Measurements
Variables
Scientific Method
Data
PAOI
100
Inches: English or Metric?
English
100
What is an Independent Variable?
The variable that is intentionally changed and observed.
100
This is always the first step of the Scientific Method.
Observe
100
What is the definition of a qualitative observation?
An observation of qualities.
100
Make an inference about this classroom.
"I infer that there are a lot of smart students."
200
Which is metric? Meters or grams?
both ;)
200
What is a dependent variable?
The variable that is being measured BECAUSE of the independent variable.
200
What are 5 steps of the Scientific Method (in order)?
1.Observe 2.Question **Research** 3.Hypothesis **Record Data** 4.Analyze 5.Conclusion
200
What is the definition of a quantitative observation?
A number based observation such as measurements.
200
Make an observation about this classroom.
"There are students in here"
300
2kL=__L
2000L (Must have unit!)
300
What is a constant?
The variables that stay the same throughout the experiment.
300
Your conclusion should ALWAYS be based off of what in your experiment?
Data.
300
True or False: When using a triple beam balance to weigh your object, you should multiply the 3 numbers.
FALSE! You should add them!
300
Draw a bulls eye that is Precise, but not Accurate.
the shots should be close together, but not on the bulls eye.
400
What does each unit measure? 1. Gram 2. Meter 3. Liter
1. Weight/mass 2. Length 3. Liquid
400
What is a control?
The person, group, object ect. that is unchanged and is used to compare results.
400
This step is when, based on your research or background knowledge, you make a prediction for your experiment.
Hypothesis
400
What 3 elements does Mrs. Pelky require your graphs to have?
Title, labels, and key.
400
Draw a bulls eye that is accurate but not precise.
The shots should be on or near the target, but not close together.
500
What is the acronym you can use to help you convert within the metric system
King Henry Died Unexpectedly Drinking Chocolate Milk
500
I want to test what flavor of gum lasts the longest.
If I finished writing this experiment, what is the Independent Variable, Dependent Variable, and Control? What are 2 constants I should have?
500
I want to test to see which flavor of gum lasts the longest. What could be my Hypothesis? (in If...then format)
If I chew mint, strawberry, and bubblegum flavored gum, then mint will last the longest.
500
How do you know when to use a bar graph vs. a line graph?
When you are comparing data, you should use a bar graph.
500
Draw 4 bulls eyes. A&P, A not P, P not A, and Not A not P. Label.
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