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Using one or more of your senses to gather information is called

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observing

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In a scientific experiment a statement that describes how to measure a particular variable or define a particular term is called a(n)

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operational definition

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In a scientific experiment the responding variable can also be called the

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dependent variable

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Observations that deal with a number or amount are called

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quantitative observations

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Many nonscience careers require a knowledge of science because workers must

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use the process of scientific inquiry

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Observations that deal with descriptions that cannot be expressed in numbers are called

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qualitative observations

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Which of the following is a valid reason why a scientist might reject a scientific theory? (some people disagree with it/new evidence contradicts it/it is too old/it covers too broad a topic)

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new evidence contradicts it

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The factor that may change in response to the manipulated variable is called the

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responding variable

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During an experiment if you purposely change the temperature to test a hypothesis the temperature is called the

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manipulated variable

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Explaining or interpreting the things you observe based on reasoning from what you already know is called

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inferring

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Trying to explain a solar eclipse is an example of

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scientific inquiry

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During an experiment which factors must be controlled so that researchers can draw a logical conclusion from the experiment? (operational definitions/inquiries/variables/theories)

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variables

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Making a forecast of what will happen in the future based on past experience or evidence is called

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predicting

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Which of the following is an example of thinking scientifically about a topic? (evaluating the costs of bicycles,reading a consumer report about bicycles, investigating the invention of bicycles, finding out how bicycles work)?

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finding out how bicycles work

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In science a hypothesis must be

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testable

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When scientists create a representation of a complex process they are

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making models

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When scientist put things into categories or group together items that are alike in some way they are

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classifying

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A possible explanation for a set of observations or answer to a scientific question is called a(n)

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hypothesis

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Which of the following are NOT examples of data? (theories/measurements/qualitative observations/quantitative observations)

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theories

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Most scientific questions being investigated today ___. (do not require cooperation between scientists/ span the different fields of science/involve a small number of scientists/involve only one field of science)

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span the different fields of science

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An organized way to collect and record scientific observations is with a(n)

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data table

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One useful tool that may help a scientist interpret data by revealing unexpected patterns is a

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graph

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Which branch of science includes the study of magnetism?

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physical science

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Which branch of science includes the study of plants animals and the human body?

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life science

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Which branch of science includes the study of stars?

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earth and space science

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A summary of what you have learned from a scientific experiment is called a(n)

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conclusion

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Which stage of the scientific process enables a scientist to check the work of other scientists?

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communicating

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Being able to identify good sources of scientific information and apply the knowledge to problems in your life is a part of having

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scientific literacy

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A statement that describes what scientists expect to happen every time under a particular set of conditions is a

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scientific law

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A well tested explanation for a wide range of observations or experimental results is called a scientific

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theory

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True or False As with most scientific questions being investigated today scientists from many different fields are researching ways to develop new sources of energy.

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True

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True or False A knowledge of science is essential in many different careers such as those of a firefighter a chef a sound technician or an artist

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True

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True or False A scientific law is based on repeated inferences made over long periods of time

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False

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True or False In science skepticism means coming up with inventive ways to solve problems or produce new things.

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False

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True or False Thinking and questioning is the start of the scientific inquiry process.

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True

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A hypothesis is a statement that describes how to measure a particular variable or define a particular term.

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False

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Science is organized into branches based mainly on the methods used.

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False

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Unlike a scientific theory a scientific hypothesis describes an observed pattern in nature without attempting to explain it.,

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False

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In a scientific experiment the one variable that is purposely changed to test a hypothesis is called the manipulated variable

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True

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Having a scientific inquiry means that you understand basic scientific terms and principles well enough that you can evaluate information make personal decisions and take part in public affairs.

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False

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The branch of ___sciences includes chemistry the study of the tiny particles that make up all things.

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physical

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Thinking scientifically about health topics means understanding the ___ related to health issues.

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scientific principles

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___ which is the process of grouping together items that are alike in some way helps a scientist organize information.

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Classifying

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The study of the human body is part of ___ science one of the three main branches of sciences.

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life

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The three main branches of science are earth and space science

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physical science, and ___ .,life science

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Making ___ involves creating representations of complex objects or processes to help people study and understand things that are complex or that can't be observed directly.

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models

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If you state that your basketball team will win tonight's game because your team has always beaten the other team in the past your are making a(n) ___.

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prediction

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Working as a firefighter requires an understanding of ___ a branch of science that studies which material burn and which material put fires out.

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chemistry

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Scientists who possess the attitude of ___ are eager to learn more about the topics they study.

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curiosity

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By having ___ you will be able to identify good sources of scientific information evaluate them for accuracy and apply the knowledge to questions or problems in your life.

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literacy

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Making choices such as whether to use paper or plastic bags requires an understanding of the ___ of science.

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principles

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Scientists who possess the attitude of ___ always report their observations and results truthfully.

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honesty

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Scientists who possess the attitude of open-mindedness are capable of accepting ___ ideas.

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new

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A scientific ___ is a well tested explanation for a wide range of observations or experimental results.

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theory

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An experiment in which only one variable is manipulated at a time is called a(n) ___ experiment.

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controlled

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A scientist's open-mindedness should always be balanced by ___ which is having an attitude of doubt.

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skepticism

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Scientific ___ refers to the diverse ways in which scientists study the natural world and propose explanation based on the evidence they gather.

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inquiry

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In a scientific experiment the factor that may change in response to the manipulated variable is called the responding or ___ variable.

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dependent

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Proposing an explanation for the changing colors of the sky is an example of a(n) ___.

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hypothesis

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The factors that can changes in an experiment are called ___.

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variables

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