Nature of science quiz

Based on your knowledge of scientific laws and theories, which of the following is true?

• They are hierarchical.

• They are a hypothesis.

• They are based on evidence and observations.

• They both represent definite facts that are not subject to change.

In relation to laws and theories, we know that...

• Laws and theories both explain a phenomenon

• Laws and theories both describe a phenomenon

• Laws and theories can change into one or the other

• Laws and theories serve different purposes in science

Which of the following allows scientists to explain a broad range of observations and even make predictions?

• Laws

• Facts

• Theories

• Hypotheses

Which of the following is a common misconception about scientific theories and laws?

• Theories and laws work together to help scientists better understand the world around us

• Theories explain and laws describe phenomena

• Theories eventually become laws

• None of the above are examples of misconceptions about scientific theories and laws

What is the first step in the scientific method?

• Make an observation --> Question
• Design and conduct an experiment
• Make an hypothesis
• Share your results

The summary at the end of an experiment that explains the results is... 

• conclusion
• procedures
• materials
• responding variable

A testable prediction about a scientific investigation is a(n)

• Question
• Observation
• Hypothesis
• Experiment

Stephen predicted that seeds would start to grow faster if an electric current traveled through the soil in which they were planted.

• recognize a problem
• test the hypothesis with an experiment
• form a hypothesis
• draw conclusions  

What is the last step of scientific method?

• hypothesis

• observe

• communicate

• question

A series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question. 

• scientific method
• recipe
• data collection
• metric system