Chemistry: Precision and Design FLASHCARD 1

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Which branch of chemistry should be focused on first as it is foundational to the other branches?

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physical chemistry

Front

When was the oldest recorded use of practical chemistry?

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before the Flood

Front

Sophia is analyzing substances found at a crime scene to help identify the suspect. What is her likely career?

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forensic chemist

Front

Which step of the scientific method involves making deliberate changes to test an idea?

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experimenting

Front

What type of variable is observed or measured to determine the results of an experiment on how sunlight affects plant growth?

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dependent variable

Front

What is the idea called when events observed, like a ball falling, have rational and predictable causes?

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principle of causality

Front

Why do apples always fall to the ground when they drop from a tree?

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theory

Front

What term refers to giving up one design characteristic for another characteristic that is more important?

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tradeoff

Front

Why can science not study the nature and attributes of God?

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Science can study only matter and energy in the present.

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Why do people study science from a biblical perspective?

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Using nature for man's benefit.