Scientific Method 1
What is the first step in the scientific method?
Observation
Data collected during an experiment is used to:
A. Form a question
B. Write a hypothesis
C. Draw a conclusion
D. Control the variable
C. Draw a conclusion
A bar graph is most useful for comparing:
A. Data that changes continuously
B. Percentages of a whole
C. Categories or groups
D. Position and time
C. Categories or groups
What planet is known as the "Red Planet"?
Mars
What is Mrs. M's favorite food?
Pizza
A hypothesis is best described as:
A. A proven fact
B. A testable prediction
C. A final conclusion
D. An uncontrolled variable
B. A testable prediction
•How can we build the tallest tower using these materials, with the marshmallow on top, in 15 minutes?
This is an example of?
Which graph would best represent the change in temperature over time?
A. Bar graph
B. Line graph
C. Pie chart
D. Histogram
B. Line Graph
What force keeps planets in orbit around the sun?
Gravity
What is H2O more commonly known as?
Water
Which of the following is an example of a qualitative observation?
A. The temperature is 75°F
B. The mass is 250 grams
C. The solution turned blue
D. The volume is 500 mL
C. The solution turned blue
What must be true for an experiment to be considered valid?
A. It must support the hypothesis
B. It must be reviewed by scientists
C. It must be repeatable with consistent results
D. It must use only digital tools
C. It must be repeatable with consistent results
On a line graph, the independent variable is usually plotted on the:
X - Axis
Which planet has the most moons?
Saturn
What is Mrs. M's favorite color?
Pink
What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?
A. To eliminate the need for repetition
B. To show the effect of the independent variable
C. To add more variables
D. To speed up data collection
B. To show the effect of the independent variable
Which of the following increases the reliability of experimental results?
A. Changing variables mid-experiment
B. Repeating the experiment
C. Using only one trial
D. Ignoring anomalous data
B. Repeating the experiment
What type of graph is best for showing parts of a whole?
Pie Graph
What gas do plants absorb from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?
CO2
Carbon Dioxide
4th of July
The variable that is deliberately changed in an experiment is called:
Independent
In my science experiment I am going to water the 3 plants different amounts of water. This is what variable?
Independent
Variable that is changing
Which of the following is not necessary for a good graph?
A. Labeled axes
B. A descriptive title
C. A 3D effect
D. Accurate scaling
C. A 3D effect
How many bones are in the adult human body?
206
What is Mrs. M's favorite NFL football team?
New York Giants