Miller_Garrison Quiz-Intro 1 Flashcards

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Observations that deal with descriptions that cannot be expressed in numbers are called

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qualitative observations.

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Using one or more of your senses to gather information is called

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Observing pg8

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What must you do before you make a hypothesis?

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Make an observation pg8

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What’s the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

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Hypotheses have been confirmed through tests; theories haven’t. Pg29

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Trying to explain why a cactus needs little water to survive is an example of

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Using the scientific method ph32

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Observations that deal with a number or amount are called

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quantitative observations. Notes 04. Worksheet

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You should run an experiment several times to make sure your results are unchanging. In the preceding phrase, what does “unchanging” mean?

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consistent

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Which of the following is not true for Tuberculosis bacillus?

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Tuberculosis bacillus is genetic.

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What must you do before you make a hypothesis?

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Make an observation thinking lie a scientist iBook

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Which of the following is not an attribute of a scientist?
Creativity
Facts
Equipment 
Skeptism
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All of these are attributes.

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