Revision lesson

Revision lesson

Nature of science, function of the skeleton and joints

Fill in the Blanks

The variable that the researcher changes is called the _________ variable.

The variable that the researcher measures is called the _________ variable.

Variables that can affect the results must be identified and _________

Can you...

• Identify the independent variable

• Identify the dependent variable

• Suggest what other variables need to be controlled and why

• Explain how you would control them (this is hard to prepare for because you will not know what the experiment might be on)

Multiple Choice

I have collected data that is discrete (different categories) what graph should I use?

• Bar graph

• Scattergraph

• Pie chart

• Line graph

Can you...

• Identify which graph to use for what data

• Choose the right scale

• Label the X and Y axis (using units)

• Title the graph

• Identify the relationship between variables (increase/decrease)

• Watch the video Identifying Variables and Graphing (on Help for tests section) to help you.

Multiple Choice

Which are the two bones in the forearm?

• Femur & humerous

• Tibia & fibula

• Ulna & radius

• Metatarsal & metacarpal

Can you...

• Name the major bones in the skeleton

• State at least 2 functions of the skeleton

• State the main properties of bones

• State what parts make up the bone (type of bone etc)

• You can watch the video to help you.

Multiple Select

What are the main parts of the synovial joint?

• Synovial fluid

• Ligament, tendon, hinge, ball & socket

• Ligament, tendon, cartilage, synovial fluid & membrane

• Cartilage, chicken wing

Can you...

• Name the different types of joint

• State the function of each part of the joint

• State how damage might affect the joint

• Label a diagram of a joint

• You can watch the video to help you