Scientific Investigation Skills

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Course Outline

  1. Principles of Scientific Inquiry
  2. Variables and Experimental Design
  3. Graphing and Data Interpretation
  4. Measurement and Metric Conversions
  5. Compound Microscope Use

1. Principles of Scientific Inquiry

Key Concepts & Definitions

  • Scientific pursuit : A scientific pursuit is identified by applying the seven terms and definitions taught in the course to determine whether an activity qualifies as science.

★ Must-know

📌 Astronomy and astrology must be distinguished when determining whether a pursuit follows scientific principles.

Further detail

  • The course requires students to know and apply seven terms and definitions used to determine whether something is science.

Memory Hook

Science tests explanations through investigation; astrology does not follow the same scientific pursuit.

2. Variables and Experimental Design

Key Concepts & Definitions

  • Independent variable : The independent variable is the variable identified when setting up and conducting an experiment.
  • Dependent variable : The dependent variable is the variable identified when setting up and conducting an experiment and interpreting its results.

Essential Points

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1. Which distinction is essential when deciding whether a pursuit follows scientific principles?

2. How should someone determine whether an activity qualifies as science?

3. In an experiment testing how different amounts of fertilizer affect plant height, which variable is the independent variable?

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What identifies a scientific pursuit in this course?

Applying the seven terms and definitions taught in the course.

What must be distinguished when assessing scientific principles?

Astronomy and astrology.

What is the independent variable in an experiment?

The variable identified when setting up and conducting an experiment.

What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

The variable identified when setting up and conducting an experiment and interpreting its results.

How is an experiment set up and conducted?

By identifying the variables and applying basic scientific principles to a specific scenario.

What is required when graphing data?

Choosing an appropriate graph, including required components, and interpreting relationships.

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The quiz contains 12 multiple-choice questions with detailed corrections and explanations for each answer. Ideal for testing your knowledge and identifying gaps.

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