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What is bias in scientific experiments?
What is bias in scientific experiments?
What is a constant in a scientific experiment?
What is a constant in a scientific experiment?
A variable that is designed not to change.
What does control mean in scientific experiments?
What does control mean in scientific experiments?
A standard you can compare your experimental results to.
What is a dependent variable?
What is a dependent variable?
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What is Earth Science?
What is Earth Science?
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Define ethics in the context of science.
Define ethics in the context of science.
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What is a hypothesis?
What is a hypothesis?
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What is an independent variable?
What is an independent variable?
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What is science?
What is science?
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What is a scientific law?
What is a scientific law?
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What does scientific method refer to?
What does scientific method refer to?
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What is a scientific theory?
What is a scientific theory?
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Define technology in the context of science.
Define technology in the context of science.
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What is a variable in an experiment?
What is a variable in an experiment?
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Study Notes
Key Terms in Science
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Bias: Personal opinions that must be eliminated from scientific experiments to ensure objectivity.
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Constant: A factor in an experiment that is kept unchanged to ensure accurate comparisons.
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Control: A standard reference in experiments for analyzing results, essential for drawing conclusions.
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Dependent Variable: The measurable outcome in experiments, often expressed quantitatively for later analysis.
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Earth Science: A field encompassing the study of Earth's materials, processes, and phenomena, including geology, meteorology, and oceanography.
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Ethics: Principles of morality relating to good and bad, forming the basis for personal beliefs, not testable by scientific methods.
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Hypothesis: An educated prediction or potential explanation for a problem that can be tested through scientific methods.
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Independent Variable: The factor altered in an experiment; its variation affects the dependent variable while other factors remain constant.
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Science: A systematic process involving observation, study, and analysis to expand knowledge about the universe.
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Scientific Law: A statement that describes natural phenomena's behavior; indicates what occurs without explaining the reasoning behind it.
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Scientific Method: A structured approach to problem-solving that encompasses defining a problem, researching, hypothesizing, experimenting, data collection, concluding, and retesting.
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Scientific Theory: A comprehensive explanation of phenomena supported by extensive testing and evidence from multiple experiments.
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Technology: Practical application of scientific discoveries through tools and systems designed to enhance daily living.
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Variable: Elements within an experiment that can change; only the independent variable is intentionally manipulated while others are controlled.
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Explore key terms and definitions from Chapter 1: The Nature of Science. This quiz helps reinforce your understanding of essential scientific concepts such as bias, constants, and controls. Perfect for preparing for exams or reviewing basic science terminology!
