Science Skills
What is the factor in an experiment that you change on purpose?
Independent Variable
A well-supported explanation of nature based on evidence is called _____________
Scientific theory
All living things are made of _____.
Cells
Organelle that controls the cell
Nucleus
Cells with no nucleus
Prokaryotes
Why must experiments be replicable?
To ensure accuracy, reliability
A description of a relationship in nature under certain conditions is called a ________________.
Scientific Law
All cells come from _____________ cells.
Pre-existing
Organelle that makes energy
Mitochondria
Cells with a nucleus and membrane bound organelles
Eukaryotes
Tool used to view cells
Microscope
Can theories change with new evidence?
Yes
Cells are the basic unit of ________.
Life
Two organelles that are only found in plant cells
Chloroplast, cell wall
Bacteria are __________ cells.
Prokaryotic
What is the role of a model?
Explain ideas
Do laws explain why or what?
What!
Organisms made of only one cell are called ____________.
Unicellular
Organelle that stores water and food
Vacuole
Protists are usually ________ organisms.
Unicellular
What is the factor you measure in an experiment
Dependent Variable
Theories in science differ from theories in ___________.
Everyday life
The theory that states all living things are made of cells is the ____________.
Cell Theory
Jelly-like material that holds organelles
Cytoplasm
Protists that make their own food are called __________.
Autotrophs