Nature of Science quiz

Science is always changing and growing as new information becomes known.

• True

• False

A hypothesis is: Choose the correct answer.

• A proven fact

• A guess based on what you already know

• An experiment

• A conclusion

Which of the following best describes qualitative data?

• A) Numbers and measurements

• B) Descriptions and words

• C) Graphs and charts

• D) Equations

Which of the following is an example of quantitative data?

• Leaves are green

• Plant looks healthy

• Average leaf diameter is 3 cm

• Soil is damp

When graphing data, which variable goes on the X axis?

• Dependent variable

• Independent variable

• Control variable

• None of the above

How do scientists form conclusions?

• By guessing

• By supporting or rejecting the hypothesis

• By proving the hypothesis is true

• By ignoring the hypothesis

Science is used to prove that something is TRUE.

• True

• False

Repeating an experiment is important when drawing conclusions because:

• it helps ensure the results are reliable and not due to chance.

• it makes the experiment more expensive.

• it allows you to use more materials.

• it guarantees you will get the result you want.

What is peer review?

• A process where a scientist submits results for evaluation by individuals at the same level of education or specialization

• A process where a scientist submits results to the public

• A process where a scientist submits results to their family

• A process where a scientist submits results to a computer

If the peer reviewers are satisfied, where may the experimental results be published?

• In a newspaper

• In a scientific journal

• On social media

• In a textbook