Understanding Scientific Principles

What is the systematic study of the natural world?

(a)  

True or False- Scientists can be creative when they design experiments.

• true

• false

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Empirical evidence involves

• personal opinions

• observations collected over time

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Scientific results can be proven incorrect.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

A (a)   is a testable guess of what will happen in an experiment.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Write an example of a scientific question. (Ex: What temperature is needed for popcorn to pop?)

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When scientists get new information that might affect their experiment, they can go back and repeat steps of the scientific method.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

What is the scientific method?

• The study of dinosaurs digesting their food.

• a list of materials for a science experiment

• a process used by scientists to explore observations and answer questions.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

A good hypothesis allows you to make a testable prediction. Which is an example of a good hypothesis?

• If I add salt to ice cubes, they will melt faster.

• What is the meanng of life?

• Vanilla is the best ice cream flavor ever.