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Science - Chapter 1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What would you use to do research for a scientific investigation? | 1. a science textbook 2. a published scientific journal 3. an encyclopedia |
| How many variables should be tested at one time in a scientific investigation? | one |
| What do you call information from which a conclusion can be drawn or a prediction can be made? | data |
| What should you be sure to do to stay safe when performing science activities? | ask my teacher questions |
| What does a scientist using scientific methods do? | 1. ask a question 2. record data 3. perform repeated trials |
| What is true of an experimental group? | It is the same as a control group, except that one factor has been changed. |
| For a scientific conclusion to be valid, what must it be based on? | facts |
| A valid scientific investigation must be able to be __________. | replicated |
| What is the difference between the controls and the variables in an experiment? | The control is the standard against which change is measured. A variable is the actual thing that changes. |
| Why should scientists base their investigations on facts instead of opinions? | Facts are the same no matter who performs the investigation, but However, opinions can vary from person to person. |
| What is the control in an experiment? | A standard against which change is measured. |