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Match the following types of evidence with their characteristics:
Match the following types of evidence with their characteristics:
Objective evidence = Without personal bias and the same by all individuals Subjective evidence = Based on personal feelings and beliefs
Match the following types of observations with their descriptions:
Match the following types of observations with their descriptions:
Quantitative observation = Expressed with a specific numerical value Qualitative observation = General or relative descriptions
Match the following types of measurements with their characteristics:
Match the following types of measurements with their characteristics:
Quantitative measurement = Based on personal feelings and beliefs Qualitative measurement = General or relative descriptions
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Match the following scientists' goals with their descriptions:
Match the following scientists' goals with their descriptions:
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Match the following scientific methods with their advantages:
Match the following scientific methods with their advantages:
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Study Notes
Science and Objectivity
- Scientists strive to understand natural patterns and processes by identifying fundamental principles.
- Science is a means to evaluate and create new knowledge without bias.
- Objective evidence is used to reach sound and logical conclusions, rather than subjective evidence.
Types of Observations
- Objective observations are without personal bias and are the same for all individuals.
- Humans are inherently biased, so the goal is to be as unbiased as possible.
- Subjective observations are based on personal feelings and beliefs and are unique to each individual.
Measurement Approaches
- Quantitative measurements are used over qualitative measurements whenever possible.
- Quantitative measurements are expressed with specific numerical values.
- Qualitative observations are general or relative descriptions.
- Examples of qualitative observations include describing a rock as "red" or "heavy".
- Quantitative measurements are more precise and can be analyzed using statistical calculations.
- Examples of quantitative measurements include determining a rock's color by measuring wavelengths of reflected light or its density by measuring the proportions of minerals it contains.
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamental principles of science, including the importance of objective evidence and the role of bias in scientific observation and conclusion.
