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WorksheetsIntro to Physical Science
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 2hrs 47mins
physical science is the study of _______ and _______
(a)
physical science is a combination of _________ and _______.
(a)
chemistry is the study of matter and energy at the (a) level
(a) are everything we touch, taste, or smell
Sophia noticed the leaves changing colors in the fall, Rohan observed a piece of metal rusting over time, and James baked a cake for his mom's birthday. These are all examples of what kind of changes?
(a)
(a) is the study of matter and energy at ALL levels
playing an instrument, wiring a home, reflections in a mirror, and playing sports are all concepts that fall under the branch of (a)
the application of science to solve problems is known as (a)
the process used to develop technologies that relies on evidence and reason is known as the ______________ __________ process
(a)
Abigail, Michael, and Mia are working on a school project to design a model bridge. They need to consider materials, labor, cost, and safety. These are all examples of design (a)
The first step in the technological design process is to define the (a)
Arjun is working on a school project to design a new type of solar panel. The step of the technological design process that includes discovering information and background knowledge about solar panels is mostly defined by doing (a) on the problem.
In a school project, Jackson, Oliver, and Lily are tasked with designing a new playground for their school. The step of their design process where they are encouraged to come up with any and all ideas, regardless of constraints or limitations, is known as (a)
In a science fair, Aria and Arjun worked together to create a solar-powered car. After completing their project, the final step of the technological design process they followed was to (a) the results.
Lily is studying scientific notation in her physics class. She comes across the notation 2.6 x 10^-3 in her textbook. Can you help her convert this to standard notation?
0.0026
0.000026
0.26
0.026
Harper, Benjamin, and Ethan are studying astronomy and they come across a fact about the distance between Earth and a far-off galaxy. The distance is given as 5,300,000,000 light years. They decide to convert this distance into scientific notation. How would they express this distance?
5.3 x 10^10 light years
5.3 x 10^8 light years
5.3 x 10^7 light years
5.3 x 10^9 light years
What are constraints and why are they important to consider in technological design?
Constraints in technological design are temporary and can be easily overcome.
Constraints in technological design are only relevant in certain industries.
Constraints in technological design are limitations or restrictions that need to be considered during the design process.
Constraints in technological design are unnecessary and should be ignored.
What is the purpose of testing and evaluating a prototype in the technological design process?
To waste time and resources
To ignore any potential problems
To identify and fix flaws or issues before final development and release.
To delay the development process
For scientific notation, if the exponent is a positive number the original number was...
a really big number.
a really small number.
For scientific notation, if the exponent is a negative number the original number was...
a really large number.
a really small number.
You are heating a substance in a test tube. Always point the open end of the test tube ________.
Toward yourself.
Toward your lab partner.
Toward another classmate.
Away from all people.
The following footwear is required in the lab ________.
Sandals.
Open-toe shoes.
Closed-toe shoes.
Shoes appropriate for the weather.
After completing an experiment, all wastes should be
taken home
tossed in the trash can
disposed of according to your teacher's directions
left out for someone else to clean
The following activity is permitted in the laboratory
chewing gum
eating
drinking
none of the above
in the lab, you should NEVER
taste substances being used
wear your goggles
pull your hair up if its long
wear close-toed shoes
Chipped or cracked glassware is okay to use in the laboratory.
True
False
If you are injured in the laboratory, you should first
visit the nurse after class.
see a doctor after school.
notify your science instructor.
apply first aid yourself.
When you finish working with chemicals, biological specimens, etc., always
treat your hands with skin lotion.
wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
wipe your hands on a towel.
wipe your hands on your clothes.
