Topic #2: Science! It's everywhere you see! flashcard #FINAL

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What is a pseudoscientist?

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A pseudoscientist is someone who claims to be a scientist but does not adhere to the scientific method or lacks empirical evidence to support their claims.

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Why is Sandra's claim about fairies not considered scientific?

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Sandra's claim is not scientific because it is not testable; it cannot be proven or disproven through experimentation.

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What type of data involves numbers?

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Quantitative data involves numbers and can be measured or counted.

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

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The first step in the scientific method is to observe a phenomenon and ask a question about it.

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What does designing and performing an experiment involve?

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Designing and performing an experiment involves creating a procedure to test a hypothesis and collecting data.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics and qualities, while quantitative data involves numerical measurements.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is the purpose of analyzing data in the scientific method?

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The purpose of analyzing data is to determine whether the results support or refute the hypothesis.

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What is a scientific law?

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A scientific law is a statement based on repeated experimental observations that describes an aspect of the world.

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What is empirical evidence?

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Empirical evidence is information acquired by observation or experimentation that is used to support or refute a claim.