1s1 Flashcards
Independent variable is the?
Changed variable
Dependent variable is the?
Measured variable
Qualitative data is data collected based on ?
observations made using our five senses
Quantitative data is data collected using?
instruments that gives us numerical values
Accurate measurement is a measurement that is ?
close to the true value
Precise measurement is ?
how close the agreement is between repeated measurements
Reliable data has data values which are ?
precise
Valid data has data values which are?
accurate
Zero error is?
condition where a measuring instruments registers a reading when there should not be any reading
what is Positive zero error?
shows a positive reading even when it is not in use
what is Negative zero error?
shows a negative reading even when it is not in use
Parallax error is?
occurs when the eye is being positioned at an angle to the measurement markings.
what is Systematic error?
consistent, repeatable error due to faulty equipment or flawed experiment design.
how can Systematic error be avoided?
by using well-maintained equipment.
Random error, compared to systematic error, is?
unpredictable
Random error can be reduced by?
taking repeated measurements
waht type of error is Zero error?
Zero error is a systematic error.
what type of error is Parallax error?
Parallax error is a systematic error.
what type of error is Human error?
Human error is a random error.
what is a best fit line?
The best fit line is a line that passes through most of the points.
what can best fit lines identify?
Best fit lines can help to identify an anomolous measurement
function of retort stand?
Retort stand holds and supports apparatus
function of round-bottomed flask?
Round-bottom flask contains and heats substances
function of bunsen burner?
Bunsen burner provides flames for heating substances
function of delivery tube?
Delivery tube guides gasses from one container to next
function of gas jar?
Gas jar collects gas
function of crucible?
Crucible contains small amount of solid for strong heating
function of pipe clay triangle?
Pipe clay triangle to support crucible on tripod stand
function of tripod stand?
Tripod stand raises a container to a suitable height for heating by a Burning flame
function of glass rod?
Glass rod stir liquids
function of beaker?
Beaker contain liquids for heating
function of filter funnel?
Filter funnel to be used with filter paper during filtration
characteristics of non-luminous flame?
Non-luminous flame is hotter, bluer, smaller and is produced when the air hole is large.
characteristics of luminous flame?
A luminous flame is less hot, brighter, larger and is produced when the air hole is small.
advantages and disadvantages of fuels?
Fuels are a source of energy for vehicles and produce energy . But, combustion of fuels releases greenhouse gasses and air pollutants which cause air pollution and global warming.