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Understanding Causes: Why Things Happen

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Why do scientists study causes?

To memorize facts

To count the occurrences

To understand why things happen (correct)

To predict the future

Which of the following is an example of a possible effect of not brushing your teeth?

Tooth decay (correct)

Whiter teeth

Stronger teeth

Shiny teeth

What is the 'effect' in a cause and effect relationship?

The reason behind an occurrence

The event that happens because of a cause (correct)

The pattern observed

The 'why'

In the text, what is mentioned as a possible cause for a stomachache?

Getting sick Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of bears hibernating during winter?

They lose weight Signup and view all the answers

Which science would explore the relationship between a force and mass acceleration?

Physical Science Signup and view all the answers

What do plants do in response to heat according to the text?

Shrink Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of the pushing and pulling of a magnet?

Magnetic force Signup and view all the answers

Which signal word may indicate a cause and effect relationship in a scientific text?

Because Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely cause for good health according to the text?

Drinking a lot of water Signup and view all the answers

What adaptation do chameleons have to hide from their predators?

Camouflage Signup and view all the answers

Which event does not have a direct cause and effect relationship according to the text?

Eating fruit leading to good health Signup and view all the answers

What might be the reason for the electric circuit not working?

Dead light bulbs Signup and view all the answers

What happens if someone smokes cigarettes according to the example given?

Higher chance of developing lung cancer Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest as a strategy for identifying cause and effect relationships in scientific texts?

Look for signal words like 'because' Signup and view all the answers