1s1 Flashcards

1
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Independent variable is the?

A

Changed variable

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2
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Dependent variable is the?

A

Measured variable

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3
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Qualitative data is data collected based on ?

A

observations made using our five senses

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4
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Quantitative data is data collected using?

A

instruments that gives us numerical values

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5
Q

Accurate measurement is a measurement that is ?

A

close to the true value

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6
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Precise measurement is ?

A

how close the agreement is between repeated measurements

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7
Q

Reliable data has data values which are ?

A

precise

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8
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Valid data has data values which are?

A

accurate

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9
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Zero error is?

A

condition where a measuring instruments registers a reading when there should not be any reading

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10
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what is Positive zero error?

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shows a positive reading even when it is not in use

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11
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what is Negative zero error?

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shows a negative reading even when it is not in use

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12
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Parallax error is?

A

occurs when the eye is being positioned at an angle to the measurement markings.

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13
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what is Systematic error?

A

consistent, repeatable error due to faulty equipment or flawed experiment design.

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14
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how can Systematic error be avoided?

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by using well-maintained equipment.

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15
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Random error, compared to systematic error, is?

A

unpredictable

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16
Q

Random error can be reduced by?

A

taking repeated measurements

17
Q

waht type of error is Zero error?

A

Zero error is a systematic error.

18
Q

what type of error is Parallax error?

A

Parallax error is a systematic error.

19
Q

what type of error is Human error?

A

Human error is a random error.

20
Q

what is a best fit line?

A

The best fit line is a line that passes through most of the points.

21
Q

what can best fit lines identify?

A

Best fit lines can help to identify an anomolous measurement

22
Q

function of retort stand?

A

Retort stand holds and supports apparatus

23
Q

function of round-bottomed flask?

A

Round-bottom flask contains and heats substances

24
Q

function of bunsen burner?

A

Bunsen burner provides flames for heating substances

25
Q

function of delivery tube?

A

Delivery tube guides gasses from one container to next

26
Q

function of gas jar?

A

Gas jar collects gas

27
Q

function of crucible?

A

Crucible contains small amount of solid for strong heating

28
Q

function of pipe clay triangle?

A

Pipe clay triangle to support crucible on tripod stand

29
Q

function of tripod stand?

A

Tripod stand raises a container to a suitable height for heating by a Burning flame

30
Q

function of glass rod?

A

Glass rod stir liquids

31
Q

function of beaker?

A

Beaker contain liquids for heating

32
Q

function of filter funnel?

A

Filter funnel to be used with filter paper during filtration

33
Q

characteristics of non-luminous flame?

A

Non-luminous flame is hotter, bluer, smaller and is produced when the air hole is large.

34
Q

characteristics of luminous flame?

A

A luminous flame is less hot, brighter, larger and is produced when the air hole is small.

35
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advantages and disadvantages of fuels?

A

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.