Principles of Science
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Which of the following is a core principle of science?

  • Subjectivity
  • Objectivity (correct)
  • Confirmation bias
  • Anecdotal evidence

What is the first step in the scientific method?

  • Conducting an experiment
  • Making an observation (correct)
  • Formulating a hypothesis
  • Analyzing data

Which branch of science deals with the study of matter, energy, space, and time?

  • Physics (correct)
  • Geology
  • Chemistry
  • Biology

What is a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world that can incorporate facts, laws, inferences, and tested hypotheses?

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What is the SI unit for mass?

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Which tool is used to visualize small objects and structures?

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Ensuring honesty and transparency in research practices relates to which ethical principle?

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What applies scientific knowledge to solve practical problems?

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What is the study of human mind, behavior, and mental processes?

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Which of the following studies celestial objects and the physical universe?

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What type of research combines knowledge from different disciplines?

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Which unit is used to measure time in the SI system?

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In the scientific method, what follows the question?

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Which field of science focuses on the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of matter?

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What is the goal of science?

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What is Science?

A systematic approach to understanding the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis.

Objectivity

Striving to minimize personal bias and relying on empirical evidence in scientific investigations.

Empiricism

Gathering data through observation and experimentation.

Skepticism

Questioning existing knowledge and seeking evidence to support claims.

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Scientific Method

A systematic approach to conduct scientific investigations.

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Physics

Deals with matter, energy, space, and their interactions.

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Chemistry

Focuses on the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of matter.

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Biology

Explores living organisms, their structure, function, growth, evolution, and distribution.

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Astronomy

Studies celestial objects, space, and the physical universe.

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Social Sciences

Studies human behavior and societies.

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Scientific Theory

A well-substantiated explanation of the natural world.

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Scientific Law

Predicts events reliably under certain conditions.

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SI Units

The internationally recognized standard for measurement.

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Integrity

Ensuring honesty and transparency in research practices.

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Interdisciplinary Research

Combining knowledge from different disciplines.

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Science is a systematic approach to understanding the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis. It relies on objectivity and empirical evidence. Findings are shared openly to promote scrutiny and collaboration. Scientific experiments should be reproducible by other scientists to verify results.

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