Scientific Method

What is numerical data called?

• Qualitative Data

• Math

• Quantitative Data

• Metric system

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-1

What is a testable prediction called?

• Theory

• Problem

• Hypothesis

• Observations

What is series of steps followed to solve problems including collecting data, formulating a hypothesis, testing the hypothesis, and stating conclusions.

• Scientific Method

• Problem Solving

• Scientific Theory

• Observation

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

What is a conclusion reached using evidence to explain an observation

• theory

• hypothesis

• results

• inference

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

What is the experimental factor that is changed by the scientist in an experiment

• control

• dependent variable

• hypothesis

• independent variable

What is the factor that is measured by the scientist; is usually the result of an experiment

• control

• dependent variable

• hypothesis

• independent variable

What is data gathered about the properties of an item (taste, color, smell)?

• Qualitative Data

• Math

• Quantitative Data

• Metric system

In an experiment, the factor that is kept the same so it can be used for comparison

• experimental group

• control

• testable factor

• independent variable

What are important lab safety rules?

• Do NOT eat/drink in lab

• Be responsible

• Wait for instructions

• Only work with plants

• Only touch materials when instructed

What unit do scientists use to measure distance?

• inches

• meters

• grams

• yards