Analyzing Data and Drawing Conclusions

Question 1

Why do modern scientists use repeated experiments to develop and test hypotheses?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Repeated experiments that show the same results are less likely to contain experimental errors.

Question 2

What is the relationship between scientific discoveries and new technologies? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Scientific discoveries are enabled by new technologies.; Scientific discoveries may lead to new technologies.

Question 3

COMPARE: Identify three ways that a biologist’s research is similar to an astronomer’s.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Both scientists share knowledge with scientists in other fields.; Both scientists make observations; Both scientists form and test hypotheses

Question 4

How does society affect science? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The needs of society help determine the types of research conducted.; Society regulates research that might pose ethical challenges.; Society encourages research that promotes individual welfare.

Question 5

CONTRAST: Identify three ways a biologist’s research is different from an astronomer’s.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A biologist uses microscopes; an astronomer uses telescopes.; A biologist researches living organisms; an astronomer does not.; A biologist explores things on Earth; an astronomer explores celestial bodies like stars and planets.

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