Understanding Science Quiz

What is the definition of science and how is scientific information generated?

• Science is the study of the natural world through observation and experimentation.

• Science is the study of historical events and their impact on society.

• Science is the practice of creating art and music.

• Science is the analysis of economic trends and financial markets.

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Which of the following best describes the steps of the scientific method?

• Observation, Hypothesis, Experiment, Conclusion

• Hypothesis, Experiment, Observation, Conclusion

• Experiment, Observation, Hypothesis, Conclusion

• Conclusion, Hypothesis, Experiment, Observation

What is the importance of scrutinizing scientific investigations?

• To determine the validity of an investigation’s results

• To create new scientific laws

• To publish findings in the media

• To increase the popularity of scientists

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Why is it important for scientists to adhere to a code of conduct and carry out investigations ethically?

• To ensure the integrity and reliability of scientific research

• To increase their personal wealth

• To gain fame and recognition

• To avoid working long hours

What is the difference between primary and secondary research investigations?

• Primary research involves original data collection, while secondary research involves analyzing existing data.

• Primary research is conducted by students, while secondary research is conducted by professionals.

• Primary research is more expensive than secondary research.

• Primary research is less reliable than secondary research.

What is science?

• Knowledge about the natural world

• Knowledge about history

• Knowledge about literature

• Knowledge about art

What does science help explain?

• Phenomena and events in the natural world

• Historical events

• Artistic techniques

• Literary themes

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How is scientific knowledge gained?

• Through research

• Through guessing

• Through opinions

• Through myths

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What does research provide in science?

• Evidence or proof

• Myths and legends

• Opinions and beliefs

• Artistic inspiration

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What does it mean when we say that science is cumulative?

• A. Scientific ideas are often discarded and replaced with new ones.

• B. Scientific ideas today are built upon ideas from many years ago.

• C. Science is only based on recent discoveries.

• D. Science does not change over time.

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