Independent v Dependent
Dependent variables are things that we....
want to measure.
What type of energy does a trampoline have when you are standing on it?
Potential
Heat is another name for-
Thermal energy
True or false: Liquids have a definite shape.
False
What is the heat transfer called when fire is touching a pan on the stove?
Conduction
In a scientific experiment, independent variables are things we...
What 2 factors affect gravitational potential energy?
Height and mass
What type of energy does an oven produce?
Radiant and thermal energy
True or false: Gases have a definite shape as long as it is in a container.
False
The pavement heats up on a summer day.
Radiation
What's the IV?
Tommy wants to determine if the diet of a rat has an effect on the rats overall health (weight, bone density).
Diet
What are the 2 factors that affect kinetic energy?
Speed and mass
Describe the energy transformation of firewood to a camp fire.
Chemical energy transforms from radiant and thermal energy.
When liquid turns into a solid, what is the behavior of the particles?
Particles will slow down.
Fleece fabrics work better than cotton because...
Fleece traps air better than cotton, slowing down the transfer of heat.
What's the DV?
Tommy wants to determine if the diet of a rat has an effect on the rats overall health (weight, bone density).
weight and bone density
Out of all the forms of energy, choose 2 form of energy that fall under Kinetic Energy.
Thermal Energy
Radiant Energy
Electrical Energy
Sound energy
Name 2 specific forms of energy our bodies have.
Thermal energy
Chemical energy
Kinetic energy (heart pump, blood moving)
Condensation
Metal substances work as a good conductor because...
Particles are close to each other and pass thermal energy easily.
What is the IV and the DV?
Shanty wants to know the effect of studying an extra 10 minutes each day on his Biology grade.
IV: Studying an extra 10 minutes
DV: Biology grade
Out of all the forms of energy, choose 1 form of energy that fall under Potential Energy.
Chemical energy
Nuclear energy
Sound energy is caused by --
the vibrations or movement of air particles.
In sublimation, what is the physical change in matter?
Solid to gas.
The basement of our school is colder than the third floor.
Convection