Nature of Science

What is the first step of the scientific method?

• Analyze the data

• Make an observation or ask a question

• Draw a conclusion

• Form a hypothesis

What are the factors that can be changed or manipulated in an experiment called?

• independent variables

• control variables

• dependent variables

• confounding variables

What is the term for a possible explanation or answer to a scientific question?

• conclusion

• theory

• observation

• hypothesis

What are the factors that remain constant and unchanged in an experiment called?

• constants

• experimental variables

• independent variables

• dependent variables

Which subtopic of the Nature of Science focuses on making observations and asking questions?

• Data Analysis

• Experimental Design

• Hypothesis Testing

• Scientific Inquiry

What is the term for information gathered during an experiment?

• results

• observations

• findings

• data

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is the term for a well-tested explanation for a broad range of observations in nature?

• law

• scientific theory

• hypothesis

• experiment

What are the factors that are measured or observed in an experiment called?

• independent variables

• control variables

• confounding variables

• dependent variables

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

In a line graph, what does the vertical axis (Y-axis) typically represent?

• The dependent variable

• The independent variable

• The control variable

• The confounding variable

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In a circle graph, what does each sector represent?

• A percentage of the total

• The total number of items

• The radius of the circle

• The circumference of the circle