Medical Detectives Review Flashcard

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What is the role of the control group in an experiment?

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To compare results.

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What system consists of the brain and spinal cord?

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Central Nervous System.

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How do viruses reproduce?

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Using host cells to replicate.

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What is an echo?

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A sound that is reflected off a surface and heard again.

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What does the term 'independent variable' mean in an experiment?

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The variable that is changed or controlled to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured and affected in the experiment.

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What is the purpose of a hypothesis in scientific research?

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To provide a testable prediction or explanation for a phenomenon.

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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.

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What is a riddle?

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A question or statement intentionally phrased to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning.

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What is the function of the nervous system?

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To transmit signals between different parts of the body and coordinate actions.