Testing Scientific Questions and Methods

The video introduces the concept of testable questions, using Sciota Audubon Park as a backdrop. It explains what makes a question testable, provides examples, and encourages viewers to create their own testable questions. The park's features are highlighted, and the importance of experiments in science is emphasized.

What is the primary purpose of the Scioto Audubon Park?

• To provide a space for industrial activities

• To conserve birds and wildlife

• To host music festivals

• To serve as a commercial hub

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Scioto Audubon Park?

• A two and a half acre dog park

• A 35-foot high climbing wall

• A commercial shopping center

• Restored wetlands and ponds

Which of the following is a characteristic of a testable question?

• It includes personal opinions

• It cannot be measured

• It involves changing one variable

• It is based on assumptions

What is the benefit of setting up an experiment to test a question?

• It eliminates the need for observation

• It produces observable and measurable results

• It allows for personal opinions

• It provides subjective results

Why is the question 'How does the effect of predators affect animal behavior?' considered non-testable?

• It involves too many variables

• It is too simple

• It is based on personal opinion

• It cannot be observed

Which of the following questions is testable?

• What is the best time to visit the park?

• Do birds often return to the same tree?

• Does kelp grow faster during the day or night?

• How do people feel about the park?

What can be used to test the question 'Do wet or dry surfaces have more friction?'

• A friction tester

• A thermometer

• A stopwatch

• A ruler

How can you test if elevation affects temperature in the park?

• By asking visitors about their experiences

• By observing the park from a distance

• By reading about it online

• By measuring temperature at different heights

What is a good strategy for coming up with your own testable question?

• Making observations and wondering about them

• Ignoring existing scientific methods

• Relying solely on personal opinions

• Copying questions from textbooks

What should you do if you're stuck coming up with a testable question?

• Give up on the experiment

• Look for examples online

• Ask someone else to do it for you

• Ignore the problem