Science Basics
This is the systematic study of the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis.
science
This is the base unit for mass in the metric system
kilogram (kg)
How many centimeters are in 1 inch
2.54 cm
When blasting off rockets yesterday, we used the same launch pad for each rocket. What variable is this an example of?
Controlled or Constant
A surprise attack on the USA caused America to enter World War II. What was this attack called?
Pearl Harbor
This branch of science focuses on non-living matter and energ
physical science
This prefix means 1/100
centi-
Convert 3000 meters to kilometers
3 km
If we are testing which rocket has the highest altitude. What are the independent and dependent variables?
I:rocket
D:altitude
What does a graph of a direct relationship look like?
see board
This type of science is studying living organisms
life science
This prefix means 1/1000
milli-
Convert 670 grams to milligrams
670,000 mg
Where is the independent variable plotted on a graph?
x axis or horizontal
The name of the actor who plays Michael in the recent biopic? Hint: He is the nephew of MJ.
Jafar Jackson
This branch of science that studies weather
meteorology
This prefix means 1000
kilo-
How many meters are in 1 kilometer
1000 meters
In a drought study, research shows Eastern Nebraska, on average, receives more rainfall per year than Western Nebraska. Name two controlled variables
Could be the area tested, amount of time tested or time of year. Methods of testing the amount of rainfall. Many others would work.
In soccer, The USA attacks the goal and the ball deflects off Brazil's goalie and goes out of bounds past the goal line. What happens next?
Corner Kick for USA
the study of the universe and everything included
Earth and Space Science
This prefix means 10
deka-
Convert 7 inches to centimeters
17.5 cm
How many independent variable should you have in an experiment?
one
Within 500 people, what is the current population of Polk County?
5270 (4770 to 5770)