Science Information Gathering Quiz

What is the process of using the five senses to gather information called?

• Communication

• Observation

• Organizing

• Modeling

Which term describes the sharing of information?

• Measuring

• Prediction

• Communication

• Analyzing

What is the term for putting things in order?

• Organizing

• Classification

• Inference

• Research

What does measuring involve?

• Grouping based on similarities

• Finding the size or amount of something

• Sharing information

• Forecasting

What is the term for making a forecast?

• Prediction

• Inference

• Modeling

• Analyzing

What is a testable explanation based on prior knowledge called?

• Classification

• Inference

• Research

• Observation

What does classification involve?

• Grouping based on similarities

• Sharing information

• Measuring size

• Making forecasts

What is modeling in scientific terms?

• Sharing information

• A representation of a real phenomenon

• Identifying causes

• Grouping based on similarities

What is the process of looking up information called?

• Analyzing

• Research

• Prediction

• Organizing

What does analyzing involve?

• Forecasting

• Identifying causes, key factors, possible results

• Grouping based on similarities

• Measuring size