Matter and Scientific Method

What does the scientific method usually begin with?

• finding data
• analyzing data
• a question
• drawing a conclusion

When should you hypothesize when using the scientific method?

• before you have a question
• after you analyze data
• after gathering data
• after having a question or problem

The scientific instrument used for measuring weight...

• pan balance
• graduated cylinder
• thermometer
• spring scale

The metric units used for mass...

• ounces
• grams
• pounds
• tons

Series of steps scientists follow to solve problems

• Scientific method
• Investigation methods
• Experiment guidelines
• Standard procedures

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-1

What is the first thing you should do if a lab accident occurs?

• Run out of the room screaming
• Tell your teacher
• Find the emergency equipment
• Go to the nearest hospital

What is the melting point of water?

• 0° C
• 32° C
• 100° C
• 212° C

What state are nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide at room temperature?

• liquid
• solid 
• gas

Which of these best describes a liquid?

• When you freeze it, it becomes a gas.
• It takes the shape of its container.
• It holds its own shape.
• If you boil it, it becomes a solid.

The state of matter that has a definite volume and shape.

• solid
• liquid
• gas
• matter