S7CS9 Students will investigate the features of the process of scientific inquiry.

SCIENTIFIC METHOD Problem & Purpose ResearchHypothesisExperiment Results w/ Analysis Conclusion

REFLECT YESTERDAY, TODAY, & TOMORROW REFLECT YESTERDAY, TODAY, & TOMORROW What will I do differently or better to exceed the standard ? exceed the standard ?

A hypothesis is : A – a possible answer to a question B – an experiment C – a type of question D – a fact A – a possible answer to a question

To determine how the amount of salt in water affects the number of plants = dependent variable is … A – the amount of salt. B – the temp of the water. C – the depth of the water. D – the number of plants.

The factors that can change in an experiment are called : A – variables B – inferences C – hypotheses D – scientific theories A – variables

Which of the following differs between groups in a controlled experiment? A – a test B – a prediction C – a hypothesis D – a variable

A scientist who wants to study the possible side effects of a new medicine would … A – give the same dose of med. B – ask the subjects. C – include a control group. D – use different subjects. C – include a control group.

Measurements of the heights of various plants in an experiment are called … A – inferences. B – inquiries. C – data. D – theories. C – data.

Which of the following is NOT an SI unit? A – meter B – foot C – kilogram D – liter B – foot

The temp at which an alligator’s egg is incubated will determine the gender = temp would be called … A – the dependent variable. B – the independent variable. C – the constant variable. D – the conclusion. B – the independent variable.

What is the most important skill in any experiment? A – using safe lab practices B – making measurements C – communicating ideas D – making observations A – using safe lab practices

Which is a step of the scientific methods? A – stating a theory B – asking questions C – using technology D – building a microscope B – asking questions

Which safety item should you wear to protect your eyes before you begin using any lab equipment? A – an apron B – closed toe shoes C – heat resistant gloves D – safety goggles

Which step of planning scientific investigations involves predicting the results? A – organizing data B – formulating explanations C – constructing hypotheses D – gathering evidence C – constructing hypotheses

Which unit of measure is MOST appropriate for measuring the length of a river? A – kilometer B – meter C – centimeter D – millimeter A – kilometer

What is the final step in the scientific method? A – do an experiment B – draw a conclusion C – collect data D – conduct research B – draw a conclusion

What should Cesar do FIRST in his investigation? A – fill out a data table B – sketch the plants C – draw a conclusion D – make a hypothesis

Making measurements with tools such as thermometers is a kind of … A – observation. B – conclusion. C – prediction. D – hypothesis. A – observation.

What beneficial result might happen if a scientist discovers her hypothesis is incorrect? A – She might give up. B – Might lead to another hypo. C – Scientists repeat her work. D – Keep her results secret. B – Might lead to another hypo.

In a controlled experiment, A – a variable is not needed. B – a control group is compared. C – there are two variables. D – all factors should be different B – a control group is compared.

SI units are … A – used only in France. B – based on the number 10. C – based on body parts. D – used only to measure length. B – based on the number 10.

When you decide whether or not the data supports the hypothesis, you are … A – making an observation. B – stating a question. C – making an inference. D – drawing a conclusion.

Grams are the most useful unit of measurement in determining the mass of a … A – truck. B – medium-sized apple. C – grain of rice. D – hippopotamus B – medium-sized apple.

EXPLAIN THE HOW AND WHY OF WHAT YOU LEARNED How can you apply the content from this reading to your learning? Your writing should reflect and convey thorough understanding.