What must you be doing in order to be considered "on time" for class?
In your seat and quiet
100
What is the systematic study of natural events and conditions?
Science
100
What are the steps to the Scientific Method?
Identify the problem, Gather research, State a hypothesis, Design an experiment, Make observations and record data, Organize and analyze data, State a conclusion
100
Describe the symbol that means "protect your hands"?
a hand with a glove on it
100
Define "Theory"
Hypothesis that has been tested and supported by a great amount of evidence over a long period of time.
200
What 4 things must you have for class EVERY DAY?
Science Notebook, folder, paper, and pen/pencil.
200
What are the 4 branches of science?
Nature of science, Life science, physical science, and Earth and space science
200
What should always be the first sentence in the conclusion? (2 options)
The data supports the hypothesis OR The data does not support the hypothesis
200
Describe the symbol that means "Protect your eyes at all times".
A pair of safety goggles
200
Define "Law"
A statement describing (but not explaining) a natural event or phenomenon
300
What is the procedure for leaving class?
Clean up the area around your desk, wait for Ms. O to dismiss you
300
What is the term used for "observations and measurements"?
Empirical Evidence
300
How many independent variables should there ideally be in a controlled experiment?
ONE
300
Describe the symbol that means "Avoid contact: poisonous material".
Bottle with a skull and crossbones
300
Define a "variable"
Anything that can affect the results of an experiment
400
What is expected of you during a test AND what is the consequence if this rule is not followed?
ABSOLUTE SILENCE; Consequence= sent out of class with a referral
400
What is a belief or practice that is based on incorrectly applied scientific methods?
Pseudoscience
400
Suppose you want to test the hypothesis that dogs salivate when food is present. What is the independent variable and dependent variable for this investigation?
Independent= dog salivating
Dependent= food present
400
Describe the symbol that means "wash your hands after the lab"
Hand under a faucet
400
Define "Conclusion"
A summary that explains whether or not the data supports the hypothesis.
500
How does turning in assignments late affect your grade?
Assignment drops 10 points for every day it is late. Assignments will not be accepted more than 5 days after the due date.
500
What are the 6 qualities of scientists?
Observant, Curious, Creative, Logical, Skeptical, and Objective
500
When evaluating the quality of scientific information, what websites are considered "unreliable" and why?
Commercial web pages because they are trying to sell something.
500
Describe the symbol that means "protect your clothing".
An apron
500
What is the part within the experiment that is maintained without change in order to provide a comparison for the part of the experiment containing the variables?