4.1 Scientific Process

What is a prediction in a scientific investigation?

• A conclusion based on evidence

• A forecast about future events

• A description of observations

• A test of a hypothesis

What does a hypothesis describe?

• The relationship between variables

• The outcome of an experiment

• The tools used in measurement

• The steps of a scientific method

What is the purpose of an experiment in a scientific investigation?

• To predict future events

• To test a hypothesis

• To measure temperature

• To draw conclusions

What is an observation in a scientific investigation?

• A prediction about variables

• A clear description of what is observed

• A conclusion based on evidence

• A tool for measuring length

What is an inference in a scientific investigation?

• A forecast about future events

• A test of a hypothesis

• A conclusion based on evidence

• A description of observations

What does a thermometer measure?

• Length

• Weight

• Temperature

• Volume

What tool is used to measure the mass of an object?

• Thermometer

• Ruler

• Balance, Pan Scale

• Graduated Cylinder

What does a graduated cylinder measure?

• Length

• Mass

• Temperature

• Liquid volume

Which units are used to measure length?

• Pounds, Ounces, Tons

• Meters, Yards, Feet

• Fahrenheit and Celsius

• Fluid Ounces, Cups

Which units are used to measure temperature?

• Meters and Yards

• Pounds and Grams

• Fahrenheit and Celsius

• Liters and Milliliters