Unit 1 Scientific Method Test Review

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process used for scientific investigation, involving observation, hypothesis formation, experimentation, and conclusion.

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What is volume?

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The amount of space that a substance (solid, liquid, gas) occupies, typically measured in liters or milliliters.

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What tool is used to measure liquid volume?

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A graduated cylinder.

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion drawn from observations and prior knowledge.

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What is an observation?

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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 outcome of an experiment.

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What is a scientific question?

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A question that can be answered through experimentation and observation.

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What is the purpose of a control in an experiment?

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To provide a standard for comparison and ensure that the results are due to the variable being tested.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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Any factor that can change in an experiment, which can affect the outcome.

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What is a conclusion in scientific research?

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A summary of the results of an experiment, stating whether the hypothesis was supported or not.