Big Idea 1: Practice of Science Review

What is a necessary part of scientific inquiry that plays an important role in the generation and validation of scientific knowledge?

• Scientific observation

• Scientific argumentation

• Scientific prediction

• Scientific experimentation

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

NGSS.HS-LS2-6

NGSS.HS-PS1-3

Why is it important to recognize that scientific knowledge is based on observation and inference?

• They are the same thing

• They require no creativity

• They are very different things

• They are not part of scientific inquiry

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

What should scientific investigations be, according to the benchmarks for Grade 6?

• Creative

• Replicable

• Expensive

• Quick

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

What does SC.6.N.1.3 emphasize about experiments and other types of scientific investigations?

• They are always the same

• They have no limitations

• They have relative benefits and limitations

• They do not require explanation

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

What is the difference between replication and repetition in scientific experiments?

• Replication involves others repeating the experiment; repetition involves multiple trials by the same person.

• Replication involves multiple trials by the same person; repetition involves others repeating the experiment.

• Replication and repetition are the same in scientific experiments.

• Replication involves changing variables; repetition involves keeping variables constant.

What is the role of empirical evidence in scientific explanations?

• Empirical evidence is the cumulative body of observations on which scientific explanations are based.

• Empirical evidence is used to prove scientific theories beyond doubt.

• Empirical evidence is only used in biology and geology.

• Empirical evidence is not necessary for scientific explanations.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-6

NGSS.HS-LS4-1

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

How do scientists use logical reasoning in scientific investigations?

• To devise hypotheses, predictions, explanations, and models to make sense of collected evidence.

• To prove their hypotheses beyond any doubt.

• To avoid using empirical evidence.

• To ensure their experiments are always successful.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

What is the importance of identifying test variables in an experiment?

• To determine the independent and dependent variables in an experiment.

• To ensure the experiment is conducted only once.

• To avoid using any variables in the experiment.

• To make the experiment more complex.

What is the purpose of the DE Science Techbook according to the text?

• To provide entertainment for students

• To help students develop science investigations

• To replace traditional textbooks

• To offer historical science facts

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

What is the goal of Virtual Labs as mentioned in the text?

• To replace hands-on labs completely

• To provide a limited set of variables for investigation

• To eliminate the need for data collection

• To focus solely on theoretical knowledge