Unit 0/1 Review

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What is the definition of a hypothesis?

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A possible explanation to a problem that has not yet been tested.

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What is a scientific theory?

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A well-tested explanation for a set of observations or experimental results.

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What does it mean when we say that living things respond to their environment?

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It means that living organisms can react to changes in their surroundings, such as light, temperature, and water.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured and affected in the experiment.

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Why is it important to read the lab procedure before doing the lab?

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To ensure safety and understand the steps required to conduct the experiment properly.

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What is the role of control variables in an experiment?

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Control variables are kept constant to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What is the difference between a scientific law and a scientific theory?

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A scientific law describes a consistent and universal observation, while a scientific theory explains why those observations occur.

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What is an example of a control variable in a plant growth experiment?

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The amount of soil, sunlight, and type of plant used.

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What is data in the context of scientific experiments?

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Data refers to the facts and statistics collected during an experiment.