8th Physical Science Introduction: Scientific Problem Solving

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What is scientific inquiry?

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A systematic process used to investigate questions and develop explanations based on evidence.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable statement that provides a possible explanation for a phenomenon.

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What does it mean for a hypothesis to be testable?

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It means that the hypothesis can be supported or refuted through experimentation or observation.

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What is scientific notation?

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A method of expressing numbers as a product of a coefficient and a power of ten.

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How do you convert a decimal to scientific notation?

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Move the decimal point to create a number between 1 and 10, then count the number of places moved to determine the exponent.

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What is the purpose of scientific inquiry?

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To explore and understand the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis.

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What are the branches of science?

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The main branches include Life Science, Earth Science, and Physical Science.

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What is the difference between a theory and a hypothesis?

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A theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world, while a hypothesis is a proposed explanation that can be tested.

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What is an example of a scientific question?

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How does temperature affect the rate of a chemical reaction?

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What is the significance of evidence in scientific inquiry?

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Evidence is crucial as it supports or refutes hypotheses and theories.