Scientific Method Key Terms

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What is the primary goal of a scientific experiment?

To prove a hypothesis is correct

To eliminate biases in the data

To provide data that directly answers a question (correct)

To review the work of other scientists

What is the role of a dependent variable in an experiment?

It is the thing being measured (correct)

It is the variable being tested

It is the potential answer to the research question

It is the data obtained through observation

What is a scientific theory according to this lesson?

A potential answer to the research question

A conclusion drawn from the experiment's data

A hypothesis that is widely rejected

A hypothesis that is widely supported by empirical research (correct)

What is the purpose of peer review in the scientific method?

To evaluate the validity of the work Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of empirical data according to this lesson?

Information obtained through experience or observation Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a scientific experiment?

Determining whether the change observed is due to chance Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between physical and chemical properties of matter?

Physical properties have nothing to do with changes in composition, while chemical properties deal directly with changes Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of matter?

Pure Substances and Compounds Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a compound?

Salt and Water Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the characteristics an object of matter has at the time of observance?

State of Matter Signup and view all the answers

How many common states of matter are there?

4 Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a Solid?

Ice Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of changing from a solid to a liquid?

Melting Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a destructive chemical property?

Corrosion Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of the steps in the experimental design process?

Define variables, Formulate hypotheses, Create an experimental design process, Analyze data Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid biases in scientific experiments?

To prevent errors or inaccuracies in the results Signup and view all the answers

Which field of study focuses on the properties of molecules and their interactions in chemical reactions?

Chemistry Signup and view all the answers

What type of learning style involves learning through practice and application of knowledge?

Hands-on learning Signup and view all the answers

Which scientific study entails the research of geological processes and natural disasters like earthquakes and volcanoes?

Earth science Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary unit of a word that is located at the core and holds its basic meaning called?

Root Signup and view all the answers