Why have we chosen paper to make books as opposed to any other material?
Paper is cheap, easy to make, easily cut, easily written on, easily recycled.
100
What makes a strong joint?
Doesn't move/solid
100
What is the difference between a guess and a hypothesis?
a hypothesis is an"educated guess" based on observations and prior knowledge. A guess is a random answer.
100
What is the term for the part of the test that changes?
The variable
100
What is Mr.W's first name?
Aric
200
Why is steel such a great building material?
It is strong, durable, stable, can be formed into most shapes.
200
Why is a circle a strong shape?
distributes weight evenly, no corners
200
Which brick design will be the strongest design? Why?
Answer
200
What is the term for the part of the test that does not change?
The constant
200
How many states has Mr. Wutzke lived in?
6 (Washington, California, Texas, Colorado, Utah, and Virginia)
300
Identify 3 qualities of rope. (good or bad)
Cheap, easily cut, flammable, not waterproof, absorbent, strong, Etc...
300
What are 3 ways to strengthen a structure?
change materials, solid joints, more support pillars, use strong shapes (triangle/arch/circle), etc...
300
Why is a hypothesis an important part of the scientific process?
A hypothesis is important because it helps us make predictions about experiments and it provides a basis for new questions if the results contradict the hypothesis.
300
In our Toothpick experiment, what was the variable?
The way we joined the toothpicks.
300
What is Mr. Wutzke's favorite type of food to cook?
Italian
400
What materials (3 minimum) would you choose to make a dog house? Explain why you would choose these materials.
Answers will vary
400
Why is a square a weaker shape?
Answers will vary....
400
Is this an acceptable hypothesis?
"I think the solid pipe will be stronger than the hallow pipe."
Why? Why not?
NOT an acceptable hypothesis because there is no explanation as to why it will be stronger.
400
In our stability test how did we try to ensure that it was a "fair test"
Put the container in the same spot, lifted in the same spot, etc..
400
What collectible card game does Mr. Wutzke play?
Magic the gathering
500
Describe an unstable and unsafe building.
(your answers must relate to the unit!)
poorly constructed, inappropriate building materials, weak joints, design errors, not enough supports, weak shapes/ pillars.
500
Why is a suspension bridge a strong bridge?
Answer will vary...
500
Write a hypothesis for this question.
Answers will vary
500
Would you say that the joining straws experiment was a fair test?
What parts of it were fair?
Were there parts of the test that made the test unfair?