Physics Final Review Spring 2025

1. Physics is considered the basic science because:

• it studies the fundamental laws of nature.

• it deals only with living things.

• it is the oldest science.

• it is not related to other sciences.

Why are scientific methods important?

• Because they provide a systematic way to investigate phenomena.

• Because they are based on opinions.

• Because they ignore evidence.

• Because they are unorganized.

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Give a description of a hypothesis.

• A possible explanation for an observation or problem that can be tested.

• A proven fact that cannot be changed.

• A list of materials used in an experiment.

• A summary of the results of an experiment.

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What happens to a hypothesis, when scientists find contradictory evidence?

• It is accepted as fact.

• It is ignored.

• It is revised or rejected.

• It becomes a law.

What causes a hypothesis, law or principle to be adjusted or given up?

• New evidence or observations

• Lack of interest

• Personal opinions

• Technological advancements only

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Scientific hypotheses are different. Scientists create tests/experiments to ‘prove’ them _______________.

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A hypothesis is considered ‘scientific’ if it:

• is based on personal beliefs.

• cannot be tested or observed.

• can be tested and falsified through experiments or observations.

• is accepted by most people.

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What is a force?

• A push or pull on an object

• A type of energy

• A form of matter

• A measurement of speed

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What is a net force?

• The total force acting on an object

• The speed of an object

• The direction of motion

• The mass of an object

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What effect does a net force have on an object?

• It causes the object to change its motion.

• It has no effect on the object.

• It makes the object disappear.

• It changes the object's color.

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