Big Idea 1 and 2 Assessment REVIEW (TEST)

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Why do scientists repeat their experiments?

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To make sure that the data they collect is reliable.

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What is Maria doing when she looks at objects using her telescope?

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Making observations.

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What conclusion can be made about the effect of sunlight on plant growth?

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Plants receiving more hours of sunlight grow more.

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Why should Gabriel write down his experimental procedure?

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The exact experiment can be repeated by others and the results compared.

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Why is it important to have more than one trial in an experiment?

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It increases the reliability of the results.

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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 an observation in science?

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The act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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Any factor, trait, or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types.

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What is a control group?

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A group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment and is used for comparison.