Biology FA Final

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What does the metric prefix kilo- mean?

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1000

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What can be concluded from a graph showing a deer population that went up quickly, then down, but then stayed the same?

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The deer population went up quickly, then down, but then stayed the same.

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Scientists use knowledge to _________ the world around us.

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understand and explain

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In an experiment growing plants under different colors of light, what is a control variable?

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The type of plant.

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What must be done for the results of an experiment to be considered valid?

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The experiment must be repeated numerous times and the same results are obtained.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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Define independent variable.

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The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment.

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Define dependent variable.

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The variable that is measured or tested in an experiment.

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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To provide a baseline for comparison against the experimental group.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.