Nature of Science

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What is a qualitative observation?

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An observation that describes qualities or characteristics, such as color, shape, or texture, rather than numerical measurements.

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What is a quantitative observation?

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An observation that involves measurements and numbers, such as height, weight, or temperature.

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What is a theory in science?

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An explanation of an observation or event based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations.

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What is a scientific law?

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A description of a pattern or event in nature that is always true, often expressed mathematically.

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What does accuracy refer to in measurements?

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Accuracy describes how close measurements are to a true value or accepted measurement.

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What is the difference between accuracy and precision?

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Accuracy refers to how close a measurement is to the true value, while precision refers to how consistent repeated measurements are.

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What is bias in scientific research?

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Bias is a tendency to favor one outcome or interpretation over others, which can affect the validity of research results.

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What is the role of technology in science?

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Technology provides tools and methods that help scientists conduct experiments, collect data, and analyze results.

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What is an observation in science?

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An observation is 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 hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between variables in an experiment.