variables, sig figs, metric conversions Flashcards

1
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how can you convert between smaller/larger numbers?

A

KHD-DCM

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2
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rounding with sig figs:

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look at the number after the place we round to. if it is above five, round up. if it is below five, leave alone

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3
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adding/subtracting sig figs:

A

round to the fewest decimal places

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4
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multiplying/dividing:

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round to the fewest sig figs in the data

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5
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rounding exceptions:

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conversion factors (1cm/10mm); counted numbers (6 students); zero

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6
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do the units change in the answer?

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only the multiply and divide units change

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7
Q

what is science?

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a system of knowledge and the methods you use to find knowledge

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8
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quantitative:

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numerical

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9
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qualitative

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descriptive

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10
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technology

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the use of knowledge to solve practical problems

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11
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science is divided into two types

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natural/socialt

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12
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three branches of science

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physical, earth/space, life

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13
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scientific method?

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a systematic procedure for collecting/analyzing data

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14
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scientific theory?

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well-tested explanation for a set of observation or experimental results

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15
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hypothesis

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proposed answer to a question

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16
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independent variable

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the variable that changes in an experiment

17
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dependent variable

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the variable that you meausre in an experiment

18
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controlled variable

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the variable that stays the same

19
Q

kinetic theory

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all particles of matter are in constant motion

20
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model

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a representation of a real-life problem/object