First Semester Test Review--Part 1

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What is the last step in the scientific method?

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State a conclusion.

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is an area of land where all the water that falls or flows drains into a common body of water.

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What is the Chesapeake Bay watershed?

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The Chesapeake Bay watershed is a region that drains into the Chesapeake Bay, including parts of six states and the District of Columbia.

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What is an estuary?

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An estuary is a coastal area where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean.

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What is a wetland?

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A wetland is a land area that is saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, and supports aquatic plants.

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What is the significance of the Rappahannock River?

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The Rappahannock River is a major river in Virginia that flows into the Chesapeake Bay.

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What is the order of Virginia rivers that flow into the Chesapeake Bay from north to south?

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Potomac, Rappahannock, York, James.

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What is the role of the scientific method in experiments?

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The scientific method provides a systematic approach to inquiry, allowing scientists to test hypotheses and draw conclusions.

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a conclusion?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction, while a conclusion is a summary of the results of an experiment.

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What is the importance of recording and analyzing data in scientific research?

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Recording and analyzing data helps scientists understand their findings and supports or refutes their hypotheses.