Unit 1: Scientific Method and Metric System Flashcards
1
Q
What is science?
A
A process used to study phenomenon using observation and hypothesis testing
2
Q
What’s a hypothesis?
A
A testable possible explanation for something
3
Q
What are the steps in the scientific method?
A
- Make an observation/define a problem
- Ask a question/gather background information
- Make a hypothesis
- Test your hypothesis
- Collect data, and draw conclusions
4
Q
What are the base units in the metric system for these:
Length
Volume
Mass
Temperature
A
Length- Meter
Volume- Liter
Mass- Gram
Temperature- Celsius/Centigrade
5
Q
What powers does the metric system use?
A
Powers of 10
Centimeter: 10x smaller than a meter
Kilogram: 1000x bigger than a gram
Etc.
6
Q
What is the human body temperature in C?
A
37 degrees
7
Q
What is room temperature in C?
A
20 degrees
8
Q
What is freezing and boiling point of water in C?
A
0 and 100 degrees
