H: Scientific Method, Carte 3

Question 1

What are phenomena?

Qu’est-ce qu’un phénomène ?

Answer 1

Facts or events that can be observed

Fait ou événement observable

Question 2

How can some phenomena be directly observed?

Comment certains phénomènes peuvent-ils être observés directement ?

Answer 2

Using human senses

Utiliser les sens humains

Question 3

What technologies can be used to observe phenomena that cannot be directly observed?

Quelles technologies peuvent être utilisées pour observer des phénomènes qui ne peuvent être observés directement ?

Answer 3

Telescopes, microscopes, X-rays

Télescopes, microscopes, rayons X

Question 4

What are natural phenomena?

Answer 4

Phenomena that occur without human input, such as lightning and auroras

Question 5

What is bias?

Answer 5

Any personal thoughts, feelings, or expectations that influence an investigation

Question 6

Are humans usually aware of their personal biases?

Answer 6

No

Question 7

What can investigations be conducted to understand?

Answer 7

Phenomena

Question 8

When is evidence more reliable and valid?

Answer 8

When investigations are conducted in a way that limits bias

Question 9

What are phenomena?

Answer 9

Facts or events that can be observed

Question 10

How can some phenomena be directly observed?

Answer 10

Using human senses

Question 11

What technologies can be used to observe phenomena that cannot be directly observed?

Answer 11

Telescopes, microscopes, X-rays

Question 12

What are natural phenomena?

Answer 12

Phenomena that occur without human input, such as lightning and auroras

Question 13

What is bias?

Answer 13

Any personal thoughts, feelings, or expectations that influence an investigation

Question 14

Are humans usually aware of their personal biases?

Answer 14

No

Question 15

What can investigations be conducted to understand?

Answer 15

Phenomena

Question 16

When is evidence more reliable and valid?

Answer 16

When investigations are conducted in a way that limits bias

Question 17

What is a variable?

Answer 17

A condition or factor that can influence the outcome of an experiment

Question 18

What is a manipulated or independent variable?

Answer 18

A variable that is changed to determine what effect the change will have on the responding variable in a controlled experiment

Question 19

What is a responding or dependent variable?

Answer 19

A variable that changes as a result of changes to the manipulated variable in a controlled experiment

Question 20

What is a controlled variable?

Answer 20

A variable that is kept the same in a controlled experiment

Question 21

What defines a controlled experiment?

Answer 21

An investigation in which one variable is changed and all other variables are kept the same

Question 22

What can evidence from a controlled experiment be used for?

Answer 22

To make conclusions about cause-and-effect relationships between variables

Question 23

What are representations of data?

Answer 23

Representations of data can include all or some of the data.

Question 24

How can diverse representations of data communicate evidence?

Answer 24

Diverse representations of data can communicate evidence differently.

Question 25

What are the criteria for evidence that is communicated clearly and accurately?

Answer 25

• Uses correct vocabulary
• Includes all relevant data
• Is free from personal bias
• Can be understood by the intended audience

Question 26

What can influence the validity and reliability of an investigation?

Answer 26

Evidence that is not communicated clearly and accurately.

Question 27

At what grade level is the importance of clear communication of evidence emphasized?

Answer 27

Grade 5

Question 28

Fill in the blank: Evidence must be communicated _______.

Answer 28

[clearly and accurately]

Question 29

What are scientific ethics?

Answer 29

Principles and rules that guide behavior when conducting scientific investigations

They ensure integrity and respect in the research process.

Question 30

Name one way scientific ethics are demonstrated during investigations.

Answer 30

Not changing data in an experiment

This maintains the integrity of the research findings.

Question 31

What is a key consideration in scientific ethics regarding harm?

Answer 31

Minimizing harm to environments, humans, and other animals

Ethical research practices prioritize the well-being of all affected entities.

Question 32

Why is respecting the privacy of participants important in scientific research?

Answer 32

It protects individual confidentiality and promotes trust in the research process

Ethical guidelines often require informed consent and confidentiality measures.

Question 33

What role does personal bias play in scientific ethics?

Answer 33

Limiting personal bias is crucial to ensure objectivity in research findings

Researchers must strive for impartiality to maintain the credibility of their work.

Question 34

What needs to be produced, handled, and shared ethically in scientific research?

Answer 34

Evidence

Ethical considerations should be applied throughout the research process, from data collection to dissemination.