Quarter 1 Benchmark Review (LER)

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What is the term for the process of testing a hypothesis?

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Experiment

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NGSS.HS-PS1-3

NGSS.HS-PS2-5

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What is the definition of a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured in an experiment.

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What is an example of a nucleic acid?

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DNA

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What is the role of objective lenses in a microscope?

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To magnify the specimen being observed.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

NGSS.HS-PS2-5

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

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The independent variable is manipulated by the researcher, while the dependent variable is measured.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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To provide a baseline for comparison against the experimental group.

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What is the significance of replication in scientific experiments?

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Replication ensures that results are consistent and not due to random chance.

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What is the function of ribonucleic acid (RNA)?

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RNA plays a crucial role in coding, decoding, regulation, and expression of genes.