Define Results
The outcome. What Happened.
When a scientist shares her findings with other scientists, she is
A) analyzing data
B) making a hypothesis
C) experimenting
D) communicating results
D) communicating results
Investigate
Using the scientific method to answer a ? using observation and experimentation
To study something in order to understand or explain it
Analysis
Which steps comes first in the scientific method? Hypothesis or Observations
What is Observations
Define observation
info obtained through the senses
What is the Scientific Method?
A step-by-step process used to answer questions
The process of obtaining information by using the senses is called a/an
A) observation
B) scientific method
C) inquiry
D) conclusion
A) observation
Are Scientists the only individuals who use the scientific method?
No everyone uses it.
Give me an example of a way to chart data
Line graph / Bar graph / Pie Chart
What is another word for an educated guess?
Hypothesis
What does evidence mean?
proof
What is a variable?
Factor that can change in an experiment
In the Scientific Method, information is collected. What is that information called?
data
Before you can form a hypothesis, you need to
a. state the problem or question
b. perform an experiment
c. state a conclusion
a. state the problem or question
What step involves taking data?
Research
Before starting a science activity you should always
a. | read all the instructions very carefully. | c. | ask your friend what to do. |
b. | put on an apron. | d. | get ready to do first aid. |
a. read all the instructions very carefully.
Scientists test a hypothesis by
A. | formulating questions. |
B. | designing models. |
C. | doing experiments. |
D. | drawing conclusions. |
C. doing experiments.
Which of the following steps is completed last?
A. | collecting data |
b. | reach conclusions |
c. | testing a hypothesis |
b. reach conclusions
Control group
What skill is a scientist using when she listens to the sounds that whales makes.
A) making a hypothesis
B) interpreting data
C) making observations
D) drawing conclusions
C) making observations
Define Equivalent
2 #'s, quantities or expressions that have the same value. Equal
Define accurate
to be correct, no mistakes
What are charts used for?
Collecting Data
What is the first thing you should do when an accident happens in class?
a. | Keep quiet about what happened. | c. | Tell your teacher, or call for help. |
b. | Remain calm, and assess the situation. |
Tell your teacher, or call for help