Year 7 Science Introduction to Science Pre-Test Flashcard (1)

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What is the process of using your senses to gather information called?

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Observing

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What should you always wear to protect your eyes in a laboratory?

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Safety goggles

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Which of the following is an independent variable?

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The amount of sunlight plants receive

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Which of the following is a lab safety rule?

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Tying back long hair

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What is an inference?

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A guess based on prior knowledge and observations

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the outcome of an experiment.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured or observed in response to changes in the independent variable.

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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 controlled variable?

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A variable that is kept constant throughout an experiment to ensure that the results are valid.

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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.