Scientific Method and Tree Experiment (Weeks 5-7) quiz

What is the definition of Observation in the scientific method?

• Something you see or notice that makes you curious.

• A conclusion drawn from an experiment.

• A hypothesis that needs to be tested.

• A theory that explains a phenomenon.

What is the definition of Question in the scientific method?

• The question you ask, inspired by your observation.

• A hypothesis you form based on previous research.

• The experiment you design to test your hypothesis.

• The conclusion you draw from your experimental data.

What is the definition of Hypothesis in the scientific method?

• Your predicted answer to the question.

• A random guess without any basis.

• A proven fact that cannot be disputed.

• An observation made during an experiment.

What is the definition of Experiment in the scientific method?

• The test you design to investigate your question.

• A summary of the results of your investigation.

• The initial observation that leads to a question.

• The conclusion drawn from the data collected.

What is the definition of Results & Analysis in the scientific method?

• What happens in the experiment and what that means for the answer to your question.

• The initial step where the problem is defined and researched.

• The process of gathering data through observation and experimentation.

• The final step where the hypothesis is proven or disproven.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

What is the definition of Conclusion in the scientific method?

• The new answer to your question, based off of the results of your experiment.

• A summary of the experiment's procedure.

• A hypothesis that was tested during the experiment.

• The initial question that led to the experiment.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

List the steps of the scientific method

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e

f

c

b

a

Conclusion

Results and Analysis

Question

Observation

Hypothesis

Experiment

Select all the parts of campus that are blacktop/cement

Which part of campus is the HOTTEST on hot days?

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which part of campus is the COOLEST on hot days? (there are two locations, be sure to choose 2)