Science Models Quiz

Scientists use _______ to study things that are very___________, like_______________, or things that are very large like _______________.

• Models, small, atoms, potato salad

• Models, small, atoms, earth

• Birds, amazing, Mr. Ferraro, atoms

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Why do scientists use crash-test dummies?

• To learn how to make cars safer without putting real people in danger.

• To test the speed of cars.

• To measure the weight of cars.

• To design new car models.

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What is a model in scientific terms?

• A tool for measuring temperature.

• Something scientists use to represent an object or event.

• A device for recording data.

• A method for conducting experiments.

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What can scientists study using models?

• Very small things like atoms and very large things like Earth.

• Only living organisms.

• Only chemical reactions.

• Only historical events.

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What is a limitation of using models in science?

• Models are not exactly like the objects they represent.

• Models are too expensive to create.

• Models can only be used once.

• Models are difficult to understand.

What are physical models?

• Models that you can see or touch.

• Models that are only theoretical.

• Models that are digital simulations.

• Models that are used in chemistry.

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How do physical models compare to the things they represent?

• They always look exactly the same.

• They may look different from the things they represent.

• They are always smaller.

• They are always larger.

What is an example of a physical model mentioned in the text?

• A globe.

• A computer simulation.

• A chemical formula.

• A mathematical equation.