This is many times the very first thing a scientist will do after he observes something cool.
What is "ask a question'.
100
There isn't one way!
What is the exact sequence that a scientist MUST follow when using the scientific method? (trick question)
100
Precision
What is the term we use when a scientist reaches the same measurement 3 times in a row...even if it isn't exactly correct?
100
NO! Scientists may use methods that are different.
Do scientists always come to the same conclusion after looking at their data from an observation? Why or why not?
100
They display information in an easy to read visual way.
What is a reason scientists like to show data on a graph?
200
A scientific journal
What is the best place for a scientist to find useful information; a blog, wikipedia, or a scientific journal?
200
Rocks, paper, scissors
What is the only method listed that scientists DON'T use to gather information; an experiment, rock paper scissors, a model, or a survey.
200
Accuracy
What is the term we use when a scientist guesses that it is 60 degrees outside, and it is exactly 60 degrees when he measures the temperature with a thermometer? ( He is right on the bullseye)?
200
No! Unexpected result can be valuable. The evidence can lead to a whole new understanding!
What if a scientist's hypothesis is proven to be wrong?Has the experiment been worthless?
200
Facts and observations
What are two things that a scientist uses to reach a conclusion?
300
Hypothesis
What is the scientific word for informed predictions? Usually they have ...if...then...and because in the statement.
300
ONE!
What is the number of variables which should occur in an experiment?
300
a hammer
What is NOT a tool a scientist would use to collect data; a balance, a spring scale, a hammer, a calculator, a graduated cylinder, or a thermometer?
300
So they can be replicated!
What is the reason that scientists need to write down the steps of their experiments so carefully?
300
Data
What is information collected during an experiment called?
400
Observation
What is a strategy scientists use to find out information that uses all of their 5 senses? ...sight, hearing, smelling, touching, tasting?
400
So there is something to compare with our results.
What is the reason that an experimenter always needs a control group?
400
Wear goggles, keep your hair back, and never ever taste liquids. listen to directions, ask questions.
What are three rules you need to follow to stay safe during an experiment?
400
An inference
What is a conclusion based on what a scientists sees?
400
No, you can't use this information in other parts of the United States. The information you collect is specific to your area.
May a scientist collect data about how tornadoes form in South Dakota and expect a scientist in Alaska to come to the same conclusion?
500
By studying the facts!
What is the best way for scientists to reach a conclusion;by stating their opinion, or by studying the facts?
500
So it can be replicated.
What is the purpose for documenting, or writing down the steps in an experiment?
500
7
What is the mean of the numbers 0, 4, 15, 7, 20, 3, and 0?
500
No! This is based on opinion!
Suppose a friend wants to find out how many "cute" pets live in her neighborhood. Could a scientific investigation be used to find the answer?
500
4 is the median, and 0 is the mode.
What is the median of these numbers? 0, 0, 3, 4, 7, 15, 20? What is the mode?