Quiz 1, Chapter 1, pp. 1-7 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the second step of the scientific method?
A
Gather information about the problem.
2
Q
What is the third step of the scientific method?
A
Formulate a hypothesis.
3
Q
What is the fifth step of the scientific method?
A
Record and analyze the experiment.
4
Q
Which group in an experiment is used as the standard for comparison?
A
control group
5
Q
The amount of matter in an object is its
A
mass
6
Q
A condition that stays the same for all groups in an experiment is a
A
constant
7
Q
The layer directly beneath the topsoil is the
A
subsoil
8
Q
A way of explaining an event by using a set of facts is a
A
theory
9
Q
The study of soil is
A
pedology
10
Q
Reusing old materials is
A
recycling
