Working scientifically Flashcards
To know how to work scientifically
1
Q
Define
Independant varibles
A
The variable that is being changed during the experiment
2
Q
Define
Dependant varible
A
The variable being tested or measured during the experiment
3
Q
Define
Control varibles
A
A variable which must be kept the same so that the result of the experiment is not affected.
4
Q
What are the top 8 lab rules to working saftely in a lab
A
- Do not enter the lab without permission
- To keep everyone safe in the lab, a member of staff must be present. …
- Dress for practical work …
- Follow instructions from the person in charge …
- Make sure your working area is safe …
- Never run in the lab …
- Don’t eat or drink …
- Do not taste or sniff chemicals …
- Never leave an unattended Bunsen burner on a blue flame …
5
Q
Which axis do these varibles belong on:
* Independant
* Dependant
A
- Y
- X
6
Q
Define
Line of best fit
A
A line that goes roughly through the middle of all the scatter points on a graph.
7
Q
What does a formula triangle look like, based on a/b=c
A
b a c
