variables, sig figs, metric conversions Flashcards
how can you convert between smaller/larger numbers?
KHD-DCM
rounding with sig figs:
look at the number after the place we round to. if it is above five, round up. if it is below five, leave alone
adding/subtracting sig figs:
round to the fewest decimal places
multiplying/dividing:
round to the fewest sig figs in the data
rounding exceptions:
conversion factors (1cm/10mm); counted numbers (6 students); zero
do the units change in the answer?
only the multiply and divide units change
what is science?
a system of knowledge and the methods you use to find knowledge
quantitative:
numerical
qualitative
descriptive
technology
the use of knowledge to solve practical problems
science is divided into two types
natural/socialt
three branches of science
physical, earth/space, life
scientific method?
a systematic procedure for collecting/analyzing data
scientific theory?
well-tested explanation for a set of observation or experimental results
hypothesis
proposed answer to a question