Unit I, Quiz 1

Which is the metric base unit for length?

• meter

• liter

• gram

• second

Which is the metric base unit for mass?

• meter

• liter

• gram

• second

Which is the metric base unit for volume?

• meter

• liter

• gram

• second

Which unit is equivalent to a cc?

• millmeter

• milliliter

• centilliter

• centimeter

Which instrument would you use to measure the volume of a liquid with the greatest accuracy?

• graduated cylinder

• beaker

• test tube

• triple beam balance

A well-tested explanation that unifies a broad range of ideas is also known as

• hypothesis

• theory

• law

• educated guess

A hypothesis tests which variable in an experiment?

• dependent

• control

• constant

• independent

The two groups in an experiment are:

• control & constants

• materials & procedures

• independent & dependent

• experimental & control

Which of the four scientific attitudes is displayed when scientists peer review?

• curiousity

• skepticism

• open mindedness

• creativity

Science relies on...

• facts

• observations

• theories

• testing explanations