Goodin Fall '24 Semester Exam

What is the first step in the scientific method?

• Perform an experiment

• Draw a conclusion

• Form a hypothesis

• Make an observation or ask a question

What is a hypothesis and how is it formed?

• A hypothesis is a wild guess with no basis in evidence.

• A hypothesis is formed by asking random questions without any research or observation.

• A hypothesis is a proven fact with no need for experimentation.

• A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon. It is formed through observation, research, and experimentation.

Why is it important to design a controlled experiment?

• To make the experiment more exciting

• To increase the influence of external factors

• To save time and resources

• To minimize the influence of external factors and provide more reliable results.

What are some methods for collecting scientific data?

• Guessing and estimating

• Experiments, surveys, observations, and interviews

• Asking friends and family

• Reading books and articles

How do scientists draw conclusions based on their experimental results?

• By guessing and making assumptions

• By asking their friends for their opinions

• By analyzing the data and using statistical methods to determine significance.

• By flipping a coin and making a decision

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What does the 6 represent?

• atomic mass
• atomic number
• element name
• chemical symbol 

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What does 12.011 represent?

• atomic mass
• atomic number
• element name
• chemical symbol 

What does the C represent?

• atomic mass
• atomic number
• element name
• chemical symbol 

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These are found on the Periodic Table.

• Compounds
• Elements
• Mixtures

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the basic structural unit of matter

• atom

• matter

• element

• nucleus

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