What are observing, inferring, predicting, classifying, and making models?
100
Define scientific inquiry
The ways that scientists study the natural world and develop explanations based on the evidence they gather.
100
How might knowing science help you shop for a bicycle?
It can help determine the best material and model of a bicycle to use.
100
What are the 3 main branches of science?
Earth/Space , Physical, and Life
100
What would be the best way to determine which brand of paper towels is stronger when wet?
A. comparing commercials
B. tearing different types of paper towels when they are wet to see what feels strongest
C. comparing how much weight each brand can hold when wet
D. conduct a survey
200
The two types of observation.
What are quantitative and qualitative?
200
Name the two types of variables and explain what they are.
Manipulated variable is the variable changed on purpose.
Responding variable is the variable that can change in response to the manipulated variable.
200
Name two ways understanding science can help you answer the questions "How can I stay Healthy"
nutrition information
exercise information
evaluate products
understand sickness and disease
200
What is studied in earth/space science
oceans, atmosphere, weather, planets, landforms, and stars
200
Which of the following habits of mind do good scientists possess?
A. curiosity about the natural world
B. open-mindedness about their findings and the findings of others
C. honesty in reporting observations and results
D. all of the above
300
When you make a forecast of what will happen based on in the future based on what happened in the past.
What is predicting?
300
What is the difference between a theory and a law?
A law describes an observed pattern in nature while a theory attempts to explain patterns.
300
How can science help you become an informed citizen?
understanding scientific issues
participating in conversations with friends
having an informed opinion
a. a map of a bird's migration route
b. a computer diagram of a new car design
c. an architect's drawing of a new mall
d. all of the above
400
Creating representations of complex objects or processes.
What is making models?
400
What is a hypothesis?
A statement that attempts to explain a set of observations.
400
How can science help you decide how to use Earth's resources
It can help us identify Earth's resources and the most effective way to use them
400
what is studied in life science?
all living things and how they interact with each other
400
What is the difference between inferring and predicting?
inferences explain what is happening or has happened
predictions are forecasts of what will happen
500
5 important attitudes for a scientist to possess.
What are honesty, curiosity, open-mindedness, skepticism and creativity?
500
Name the steps in the scientific inquiry process.
1. Pose a question
2. Form a hypothesis
3. Define variables and any operational definitions
4. Design a controlled experiment
5. Collect and Interpret Data
6. Draw Conclusions
7. Ask any other questions that arise after the experiment
500
Define scientific literacy
Understanding basic science terms and principles well enough that you can evaluate information, make decisions, and take part in public affairs.