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What instrument is used to measure mass?
What do you call a study of plants?
Botanists
What is a measure of the amount of matter in an object?
Mass
What scientific instrument resembles an eyedropper?
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What is the metric system unit of volume?
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What term describes substances that catch fire easily?
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What is a container shaped like a tunnel used to measure or mix chemicals?
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What do you call the information and observations collected during an experiment?
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What is the average of a group of data called?
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What is the most frequent number in a series?
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What is the metric unit of temperature?
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What is a thin piece of glass used to observe specimens under a microscope?
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What do you call the study of the relationship between plants and animals?
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What is the study of space called?
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How can science help you?
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What are two ways you can conduct research?
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What is a possible explanation to answer a question called?
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What is the variable that the experimenter deliberately changes between test groups?
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What may be done by asking questions or using the Internet?
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What is the most frequently occurring number in a series of data?
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What is the difference between the least and greatest value in a set of data?
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What is the metric unit for length?
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What is the metric unit for mass?
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How long should a conclusion be?
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Study Notes
Measurement Instruments
- Triple beam balance is used for measuring mass accurately.
- Pipette resembles an eyedropper, utilized for dispensing precise liquid measurements.
- Erlonmeyer flask is a container shaped like a tunnel, ideal for mixing or measuring chemicals.
Scientific Concepts
- Mass refers to the quantity of matter in an object, often measured in grams.
- The metric unit for mass is gram; for volume, it is liter.
- Temperature is measured in degrees Celsius (°C).
Data Analysis
- Mean is the average value calculated from a dataset.
- Mode indicates the most frequently occurring number in a series.
- Range represents the difference between the smallest and largest values in a dataset.
Research and Study Fields
- Botanists study plants, while biologists focus on the relationship between plants and animals.
- Astronomy is the scientific study of space.
Hypothesis and Variables
- A hypothesis serves as a possible explanation for a question or problem.
- The experimental variable is intentionally altered in an experiment to observe effects.
Research Methods
- Research can be conducted through textbooks or online resources.
- Collecting data during experiments involves documenting observations and results.
Conclusion Structure
- A conclusion should typically consist of 5-8 sentences summarizing findings and implications.
Additional Terminology
- Flammable substances are easily ignited and can catch fire rapidly.
- A slide cover is a thin piece of glass used for observing specimens under a microscope.
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Test your knowledge on different instruments and scientific terms related to measurement. This quiz covers essential definitions and functions of tools used in science, including those for measuring mass and volume. Ideal for students learning about scientific measurement concepts.
