Scientific Questioning

Check all that apply: A good scientific question..

• it is testable

• is interesting

• is funny.

• is based on observations.

• is often easy to answer.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Which of the following is NOT a well written scientific question?

• What is the gender of the buffalo leading the pack?

• Why did the lions attack the baby buffalo?

• Why are the female lions the ones hunting?

• Does the pH of the rain have an affect on the growth rate of grasses?

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NGSS.HS-LS2-8

NGSS.HS-LS4-5

Pseudosciences, such as astrology, invite criticism & take into account all new discoveries.

• true

• false

Is the following a Good or Bad Scientific Question:

What is the most dangerous animal in the Amazon rain forest?

• Bad

• Good

• Good idea but not well written

Is the following a Good or Bad Scientific Question:

How are viruses able to spread so easily?

• Bad

• Good idea but not well written

• Good

Is the following a Good or Bad Scientific Question:

What is the function of DNA?

• Bad (Opinion)

• Good idea but not well written

• Good

Is the following a Good or Bad Scientific Question:

Does the pH of rainwater effect the growth rate of the grasses found in the Kenyan savanna?

• Bad

• Good

• Good idea but not well written

Is the following a Good or Bad Scientific Question:

Will adding copper to paint inhibit the growth of bacteria?

• Bad

• Good idea but not well written

• Good

Is the following a Good or Bad Scientific Question:

Are sharks fish or mammals?

• Bad

• Good idea but not well written

• Good

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

Is the following a Good or Bad Scientific Question:

Which chemical compound is most effective at killing bacteria?

• Bad

• Good idea but not well written

• Good