Chapter 1 Sec 2

Question 0

Define Hypothesis

Answer 0

A possible answer to a scientific question or explanation for a set of observations

Question 1

Define Scientific Inquiry

Answer 1

The different ways scientists study the natural world

Question 2

Define Parameter

Answer 2

A factor that can be measured in an experiment

Question 3

Define manipulated-variable

Answer 3

One variable that is purposely changed

Question 4

Define responding-variable

Answer 4

The variable that is supposed to change because of the manipulated-variable

Question 5

Define Data

Answer 5

The facts, figures, and other evidence gathered through observation

Question 6

Define communicating

Answer 6

Sharing ideas and conclusions with others through writing and speaking

Question 7

Define model

Answer 7

A picture, diagram, computer image, or other representations of an object or process

Question 8

Define Scientific theory

Answer 8

A well-tested explanation for a wide range of observations or experimental results

Question 9

Define Scientific law

Answer 9

A statement that describes what scientists expect to happen every time under a particular set of conditions

Question 10

Define controlled experiment

Answer 10

An Investigation in which only one parameter is manipulated at one time