7th Grade Science Unit 1 Vocabulary Review

What is the systematic approach scientists use to answer questions and solve problems?

• The scientific dance

• The scientific method

• The scientific hypothesis

• The scientific variable

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Which of the following is a testable statement that serves as the basis for an experiment?

• Observation

• Variable

• Scientific law

• Hypothesis

In a scientific investigation, what is the process of testing a hypothesis called?

• Observation

• Communication

• Experiment

• Scientific theory

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

What type of experiment involves changing one variable while keeping all other factors constant?

• Controlled experiment

• Empirical evidence

• Scientific law

• Communication experiment

In a controlled experiment, the group that is not exposed to the experimental treatment is called the:

• Control group

• Independent variable

• Dependent variable

• Data group

Which of the following is the factor that is deliberately manipulated in an experiment?

• Variable

• Scientific law

• Empirical evidence

• Communication

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

The outcome that is measured and depends on the independent variable is known as the:

• Data

• Hypothesis

• Scientific theory

• Control group

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

What term refers to information gathered during an experiment or observation?

• Controlled experiment

• Data

• Scientific method

• Hypothesis

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

The process of sharing scientific findings and knowledge with others is called:

• Controlled experiment

• Data analysis

• Empirical evidence

• Communication

Which of the following is a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world that is based on a body of evidence?

• Observation

• Scientific law

• Empirical evidence

• Scientific theory

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4