Science Vocab Week 1

What is the scientific method?

• A step-by-step way of solving problems by testing a hypothesis.

• A random guess about a scientific question.

• A method of writing scientific reports.

• A way to memorize scientific facts.

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What is a testable question?

• A question that can be answered by designing and doing an experiment.

• A question that has no answer.

• A question that is based on opinions.

• A question that is only theoretical.

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What is a hypothesis?

• An educated guess that answers your question; a testable prediction.

• A proven fact that cannot be tested.

• A random statement with no basis.

• A question with no answer.

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Which of the following best describes the scientific method?

• A systematic approach to problem-solving.

• A way to memorize facts.

• A method of guessing answers.

• A way to avoid experiments.

How can a testable question be answered?

• By designing and doing an experiment.

• By guessing the answer.

• By asking someone else.

• By ignoring it.

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What does observation involve?

• Using your senses or scientific tools to gather and record information.

• A test to check your hypothesis.

• Describing qualities without numbers.

• Using numbers or measurements.

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What is a quantitative observation?

• An observation that uses numbers or measurements.

• An observation that describes qualities without numbers.

• A test to check your hypothesis.

• Using your senses to gather information.

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What is data?

• A type of graph

• A chart used to organize information

• Facts or information collected during an experiment

• A method to analyze results

What is the purpose of a graph?

• To collect data

• To make data easier to understand

• To write down observations

• To conduct an experiment

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What is often collected during an experiment?

• Graphs

• Data

• Conclusions

• Hypotheses

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