Science and Bio Basics

What is science?

• A way to learn the truth about a question in nature.
• A way to learn to do critical thinking that will help you in life.
• A series of topics you are required to learn for a high school diploma or GED.
• All of these answers.

What is the correct order for the scientific method?

• Option 1
• Option 2
• Option 3
• Option 4

Why do scientists use the scientific method?

• It doesn't really work, they just do it out of habit.
• Because it is often the easiest way to do an experiment.
• To earn more money.
• To learn the truth about something in nature.

What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

• A hypothesis is a well-supported explanation, and a theory is a guess we can test.
• A hypothesis is a prediction that needs checking, and a theory is a fact that's not yet proven.
• A hypothesis is a guess we can test, and a theory is a well-supported explanation for observations.
• A hypothesis is an idea we've proven correct, and a theory is a question we're still investigating.

What is peer review?

• When other scientist look at your hypothesis.
• When non-scientist read about your experiment.
• When other scientist look at your conclusion and experimental setup for mistakes.
• When non-scientist decide if your conclusion is true.

What is the smallest unit that is considered alive?

• Organism
• Atom
• Cell
• Molecule

All living things have a predictable pattern of__________*

• Growth and Development
• Decay
• Communication
• Movement

Is this alive?

• Yes
• No

Is this alive? *

• Yes
• No

Is this alive?

• Yes
• No