Science Flashcards
1
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What does accuracy mean?
A
How close to the correct value a measurement is.
2
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What does control mean?
A
A variable that you don’t change.
3
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What does dependent mean?
A
A variable that you measure.
4
Q
What does independent mean?
A
A variable that you change.
5
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What does precision mean?
A
The size of measurement you make.
6
Q
What does reliable mean?
A
The measurements for the same test are similar.
7
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What does variable mean?
A
Something you can chnage.
8
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What is an anomalous result?
A
A result that disturbs or doesn’t fit the general pattern.
9
Q
What 2 key things should a hypothesis include?
A
- Independent + dependent variable.
- Prediction (scientific reasoning).
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