Branches of Science and Scientific Method

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What is the primary purpose of the International System of Units (SI)?

  • To provide a subjective framework for scientific measurement
  • To allow for consistency and comparability in scientific measurements (correct)
  • To create new units for unrecognized scientific fields
  • To promote regional measurement systems over standardized units

Which of the following is NOT considered an important ethical principle in scientific conduct?

  • Transparency
  • Objectivity
  • Integrity
  • Data manipulation (correct)

Which SI unit is used to measure mass?

  • Liters
  • Kilograms (correct)
  • Seconds
  • Pascals

What is a key aspect of ensuring scientific rigor and trust in research?

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What are common SI units for measuring time?

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Which branch of science focuses on non-living matter and energy?

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What is the first step of the scientific method?

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Which statement accurately describes a scientific theory?

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What is the primary purpose of scientific inquiry?

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What best differentiates scientific laws from theories?

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Which process involves evaluating collected data from an experiment?

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Why are accurate and precise measurements essential in science?

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Which element is NOT part of the scientific method?

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Flashcards

International System of Units (SI)

A standardized system of physical units used globally, ensuring consistency and comparability across scientific research.

Scientific Ethics

The practice of conducting scientific research with integrity, honesty, and fairness, upholding the values of the scientific community.

Transparency and Reproducibility

Making research results and methods available for others to evaluate and replicate, increasing the reliability and trustworthiness of findings.

Data Manipulation

Intentional alteration or fabrication of data for personal gain or to support a desired outcome, a serious ethical violation in science.

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Plagiarism

Presenting someone else's ideas, work, or writing as your own without proper attribution, a violation of academic and scientific integrity.

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Physical Science

The study of non-living matter and energy, including physics, chemistry, and astronomy.

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Life Science

The study of living organisms, including biology, botany, zoology, and ecology.

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Earth Science

The study of the Earth, its composition, processes, and history, including geology, meteorology, and oceanography.

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Scientific Method

A systematic approach to research involving observation, questioning, hypothesis, experimentation, analysis, conclusion, and communication.

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Scientific Theories

Well-substantiated explanations of natural phenomena, based on a large body of evidence.

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Scientific Laws

Descriptions of observed phenomena repeatedly verified to explain how something in nature works.

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Scientific Inquiry

The diverse processes used to develop knowledge about the natural world, including questioning, investigation, data analysis, and communication.

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Critical Thinking

The process of examining assumptions, identifying biases, and evaluating arguments.

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Study Notes

Branches of Science

  • Science is a systematic process for building and organizing knowledge about the universe, using testable explanations and predictions.
  • It relies on observation and experimentation.
  • Branches of science include:
    • Physical science: Focuses on non-living matter and energy, including physics, chemistry, and astronomy.
    • Life science: Studies living organisms, encompassing biology, botany, zoology, and ecology.
    • Earth science: Investigates Earth's composition, processes, and history, including geology, meteorology, and oceanography.

Scientific Method

  • The scientific method is a structured approach to research:
    • Observation: Identifying a problem or phenomenon needing investigation.
    • Questioning: Formulating a testable question about the observed phenomenon.
    • Hypothesis: Proposing a testable explanation or prediction.
    • Experimentation: Designing and carrying out experiments to test the hypothesis.
    • Analysis: Evaluating the data collected from the experiment.
    • Conclusion: Determining if the hypothesis is supported or refuted based on the analysis.
    • Communication: Sharing findings within the scientific community through publications and presentations.

Scientific Theories and Laws

  • Scientific theories are well-supported explanations of natural phenomena, based on extensive evidence.
  • Scientific laws are descriptions of observed phenomena that consistently explain how something in nature works.
  • Theories explain why something happens, while laws describe what happens.

Scientific Inquiry

  • Scientific inquiry is the process of developing knowledge about the natural world. It includes posing questions, conducting investigations, analyzing data, and sharing results.
  • Critical thinking is crucial for scientific inquiry; it involves evaluating assumptions, identifying biases, and assessing arguments.
  • Scientific inquiry is adaptable, with new discoveries and technologies continually refining concepts and methods in scientific fields.

Scientific Measurements and Units

  • Accurate and precise measurements are essential in science.
  • Standard units are used for consistency and comparison across experiments.
  • The International System of Units (SI) is a standardized system used internationally.
    • SI units include meters for length, kilograms for mass, and seconds for time.

Scientific Ethics

  • Ethical conduct is vital in science.
  • Integrity, honesty, and objectivity are paramount in scientific work.
  • Transparent and reproducible research is crucial for maintaining scientific rigor and credibility.
  • Ethical guidelines regarding research participants and animals are essential.
  • Data manipulation and plagiarism are serious ethical violations in the scientific community.

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