An independent variable is
Which of the following is an inference?
An observation is _______.
Which of the following statements describes a scientific law?
A statement that can be proven by observation or measurement is known as a(n):
Scientific questions must be _______.
A hypothesis is _______.
Scientific theories are explanations for scientific phenomena that can be changed when and if new information is found to support or refute the explanation. Which of the following statements provides an example of a scientific theory?
Scientific experiments are specially designed to test explanations for an observed phenomenon. A student decides to conduct an experiment to determine the effect that the amount of time spent in the sunlight has on the overall growth of a plant. The student will conduct the experiment using two identical plants that will only spend different amounts of time in the sunlight. All other aspects needed for growth will remain identical for each. In the experiment described, what would the amount of water given to each plant be considered?
Explain how Dr. Gardener’s Multiple Intelligence Theory may help students in their classes.
Scientific experiments must be able to be repeated by multiple scientists to verify the results that are obtained. Which of the following is an example of a scientific question that could be used to create an easily reproducible experiment?
Which resource is most common across the country?
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According to the tables you read, China was the world’s leading steel producer in 2006. Based on what you know about the changes and resources that helped the United States’ industries to grow, what changes would you expect to be taking place in China? Write your response in a paragraph.
I would expect China to be experiencing many of the same kinds of changes that helped U.S. industries grow. Natural resources are becoming more available, and Chinese industries are finding new sources of raw materials to support steel production. Cities are growing quickly and becoming important centers of manufacturing. These changes in resources and urban growth help explain why China became the world’s leading steel producer by 2006.
Which of the following is NOT a likely result of regular physical activity?
Which invention was most important in revolutionizing the meat industry?
In your own words, create a definition for ‘Learning Style.’
Which step of scientific inquiry involves organizing and interpreting the data?
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