Unit 3.1a

Question 1

What are the five steps in the scientific cycle?

Answer 1

1. Background research/observation
2. Hypothesis/Question
3. Experiment
4. Results analysis
5. Conclusion and Evaluation

Question 2

When are conclusions from experimental work accepted by the scientific community?

Answer 2

Once supporting evidence from another scientist has been produced

Question 3

Are negative results valid?

Answer 3

Yes, results of valid findings are viable as long as the experiment is well designed

Question 4

What is a null hypothesis?

Answer 4

hypothesis that proposes there will be no statistically significant affect as a result of the experiment treatment

Question 5

Why is independent verification important?

Answer 5

Without results are treated with caution, repetition means reliability