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What is the primary focus of Biology as a branch of science?
What is the primary focus of Biology as a branch of science?
Which branch of science is concerned with the properties and reactions of substances?
Which branch of science is concerned with the properties and reactions of substances?
What is a limitation of scientific knowledge mentioned in the content?
What is a limitation of scientific knowledge mentioned in the content?
What is the study of the universe classified as?
What is the study of the universe classified as?
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Which concept emphasizes that scientific knowledge is based on evidence?
Which concept emphasizes that scientific knowledge is based on evidence?
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How can scientific knowledge be misused according to the key points?
How can scientific knowledge be misused according to the key points?
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In which branch of science would you study the structure of the Earth?
In which branch of science would you study the structure of the Earth?
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What is a direct benefit of applying scientific knowledge?
What is a direct benefit of applying scientific knowledge?
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What is the purpose of controlled variables in a fair test?
What is the purpose of controlled variables in a fair test?
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Which step in scientific investigation involves forming a testable statement based on observations?
Which step in scientific investigation involves forming a testable statement based on observations?
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In scientific terms, what occurs as a result of manipulating an independent variable?
In scientific terms, what occurs as a result of manipulating an independent variable?
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What is one potential consequence of misusing scientific knowledge?
What is one potential consequence of misusing scientific knowledge?
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Which type of scientific investigation focuses on identifying patterns?
Which type of scientific investigation focuses on identifying patterns?
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Why are safety rules important in a laboratory setting?
Why are safety rules important in a laboratory setting?
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What should a conclusion in a scientific investigation primarily reflect?
What should a conclusion in a scientific investigation primarily reflect?
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What type of variable is directly manipulated during an experiment?
What type of variable is directly manipulated during an experiment?
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Study Notes
Branches of Science
- Biology is the study of living things
- Physics is the study of matter, energy, and force
- Chemistry is the study of the properties, structures, and reactions of substances
- Geology is the study of rocks and the structure of the Earth
- Astronomy is the study of the universe
- Medicine is the study of diseases
What is Science?
- Science is the study of phenomena and events in nature
- Science is based on evidence
- Scientific knowledge is subject to change
- Scientific knowledge has limitations
- Scientific discoveries have led to inventions that improve our quality of life
- Science can help us manage natural resources more effectively
- Science is applied in the development of technology
- Science, technology, and mathematics are often combined together to solve daily life problems
- Misusing scientific knowledge can have harmful effects
Scientific Investigations
- Scientific Investigations usually follow these steps:
- Making observations
- Asking questions
- Proposing hypotheses
- Doing experiments
- Drawing conclusions
- A fair test has 3 kinds of variables:
- Independent variable is the variable that is changed
- Dependent variable is the variable that is measured
- Controlled variables are the variables that are kept the same
- There are many types of scientific investigations, including:
- Fair testing
- Pattern seeking
- Classifying
- A laboratory is an appropriate place for conducting scientific investigations
Safety Rules
- Follow your teacher’s instructions
- Do not enter the laboratory or perform experiments without your teacher’s permission
- Keep exits and passages clear
- Do not eat, drink, run, or play in the laboratory
- Keep the laboratory clean and tidy
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This quiz covers the main branches of science, such as biology, chemistry, and physics, along with a general overview of what science is and its importance. It also outlines the steps involved in scientific investigations. Test your knowledge of the fundamental concepts and applications of science.
