Vocabulary
Which vocabulary word means the following:
This is the investigation and exploration of natural events and of new information.
Science
What is the first step of the scientific method?
Ask questions
What is another name for Life Science?
Biology
What is the color of an emerald?
Green
What is the definition of an observation? In addition, provide an example of an observation.
Using one or more of your sense to gather information.
Answers may vary.
How can scientists test their hypotheses?
Creating and conducting an experiment.
What questions might a biologist ask? Please provide 2 examples.
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What's the response to "see you later, alligator?"
"In a while, crocodile."
When inferencing, do you have all of the information in front of you?
No. You must use prior knowledge or experience.
True or False:
It is important that scientist communicate their experiment results to other people.
True
Earth science is the study of our planet. What things might an earth scientist study?
landforms, rocks, soil, and forces that shape earth
Which is the fastest land animal?
Cheetah
Describe what a hypothesis is in your own words?
An educated guess
What would you do if your hypothesis was incorrect?
Revise your hypothesis and conduct a new experiment
What 2 classes of science does Physical Science include?
Physics and Chemistry
Name Batman’s crime-fighting partner?
Robin
This vocabulary term means to compare what you already know with the information you are given in order to decide whether you agree with it.
Critical Thinking
List all 7 steps of the scientific method in order.
Ask questions, hypothesize/predict, test your hypothesis, analyze your results, draw conclusions, and communicate your results.
What is a question a Physical scientist ask?
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Which planet in our Solar System is known for having a ring?
Saturn