
Science Experiment Basics Quiz
Authored by Kari Anderson
Science
8th Grade
NGSS covered

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of the independent variable in an experiment?
It is the observed effect at the end of the experiment.
It is the variable that the scientist intentionally changes.
It eliminates other possible causes for the results.
It provides an untested group for comparison.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which term describes the standard system of measurement used by scientists worldwide?
Imperial System
Metric System
Customary System
English System
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the control group in an experiment?
To receive the independent variable
To provide an untested group for comparison
To determine the difference between groups
To eliminate other possible causes for the results
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the term "constants" refer to in an experiment?
Variables that change throughout the experiment
Variables that stay the same to keep the experiment fair
The observed effect at the end of the experiment
The group that receives the independent variable
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NGSS.MS-PS2-2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of a ruler or meter stick?
Measures temperature
Measures length or distance
Measures mass
Measures volume
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In what units does a graduated cylinder typically measure?
millimeters
milliliters
Grams
centimeters
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does an electronic balance measure?
volume
length
mass
temperature
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