Unit 1 Practice quiz

Why do scientists use models?

• To make predictions

• To save time

• To confuse people

• To create artwork

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What are the importance and uses of scientific models?

• To make predictions

• To save time

• To confuse people

• To create artwork

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What is a scientific model?

• Deals with only a portion of a system

• Can't be used for making predictions

• Is time consuming

• All of the above

Which of the following are scientific models? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

• Conceptual

• Mathematical

• Chemical

• Physical

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How does science monitor itself?

• By conducting experiments

• By publishing research papers

• By peer review

• By attending conferences

What is the term for facts that have been uncovered scientifically by systematic observations or experiments?

• Data

• Fact

• Opinion

• Hypothesis

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What is someone's subjective view or position on a subject called?

• Data

• Fact

• Opinion

• Hypothesis

Which is a good scientific question?

• What is the age of planet Earth?

• How many angels can dance on the head of a pin?

• What is the meaning of life?

• Why is the sky blue?

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What is the series of steps that help to investigate a scientific question called?

• A theory

• A hypothesis

• The scientific method

• Data

A good scientific question has to be _____.

• Testable

• True

• Always wrong

• Always correct