Scientific Notation

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Which of the following best describes the scientific notation?

  • A notation used to express numbers in decimals
  • A notation used to express numbers in fractions
  • A notation used to express numbers in whole numbers
  • A notation used to express very large or very small numbers in a concise form (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a number written in scientific notation?

  • 3,200
  • 32
  • 0.0032 (correct)
  • 320

What is the metric system?

  • A system of measurement based on whole numbers
  • A decimal-based system of measurement used worldwide (correct)
  • A system of measurement based on percentages
  • A system of measurement based on fractions

Which of the following is a basic unit in the metric system?

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What is the formula to convert grams (g) to kilograms (kg)?

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Which of the following is NOT a step in the scientific method?

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What is the purpose of a positive control group in an experiment?

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Which of the following is a limitation of the scientific method?

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What is the purpose of a negative control group in an experiment?

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Which of the following is an appropriate graph type for showing the relationship between two continuous variables?

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Flashcards

Scientific Notation

A notation for expressing very large or very small numbers concisely.

Metric System

A decimal-based system of measurement used worldwide.

Meter

A base unit of length in the metric system.

Positive Control Group

Ensures the experiment can produce a change.

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Negative Control Group

Ensures the experiment won't produce a change without reason.

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Scatter Plot

Graph uses to show the relationship between two continuous variables.

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Limitation of the Scientific Method

It can only be used to study natural phenomena.

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