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A series of review questions and answers related to the nature of science (nos). It covers key concepts such as measurement, qualitative and quantitative observations, predictions, scientific theories and laws, hypotheses, and the steps of the scientific inquiry process. The questions also address experimental variables (independent, dependent, and constant) and data analysis techniques (mean, median, mode, and range). This resource is designed to reinforce understanding of fundamental scientific principles and methodologies, making it a valuable tool for students studying science.
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SI is the internationally accepted system for __________, including meters and grams. - - - correct answer ✅measurement A __________ description of observations is made using number or measurements. - - - correct answer ✅quantitative A __________ is a statement of what will happen next. - - - correct answer ✅prediction A scientific __________ is an explanation of observations that have been tested through several investigations and experiments (explains why). - - - correct answer ✅theory A possible explanation of observations that can be tested is a __________ (written using 'If... then'). - - - correct answer ✅hypothesis A __________ description of observations is made using your senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste). - - - correct answer ✅qualitative
We use a __________ to find the mass of an object. - - - correct answer ✅triple-beam balance A scientific __________ describes a pattern in nature (does not explain why). - - - correct answer ✅law An __________ is the act of using your senses to gather information and take note of what's happening. - - - correct answer ✅observation An __________ is an explanation made using your prior knowledge or experience. - - - correct answer ✅inference The __________ variable is the one and only thing changing / being tested in an experiment. - - - correct answer ✅independent The __________ variable is used to measure / track the results of an experiment. - - - correct answer ✅dependent
The __________ is the number in the middle of a set of data. - - - correct answer ✅median Asking questions is the __________ step in the Scientific Inquiry process. (first, second, third, etc.) - - - correct answer ✅first The __________ is the number that repeats the most in a set of data. - - - correct answer ✅mode Drawing conclusions is the __________ step in the Scientific Method. (first, second, third, etc.) - - - correct answer ✅fifth The __________ is the difference between the largest and smallest numbers in a set of data. - - - correct answer ✅range Add all of the numbers shown on a triple beam __________ to find the mass of an object (i.e. 200+30+4.6=234.6) - - - correct answer ✅balance