Flashcards: Scientific Investigation Skills — 17 cards

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.

Where is the independent variable placed on a graph?

On one axis according to graphing conventions.

Where is the dependent variable placed on a graph?

On the other axis according to graphing conventions.

What are the two distinct measurement concepts students must define?

Accuracy and precision.

What three elements determine a measuring instrument's scale?

Major scale, minor scale, and estimated uncertainty.

What skills are included in metric measurement?

Measuring accurately and precisely and converting values within the metric system.

What must students identify about a compound microscope?

The different parts discussed in class.

What is described when focusing a compound microscope?

How to adjust the microscope to see the specimen clearly.

How many terms and definitions must students know to determine science?

Seven.

What steps do Data Nuggets require students to do?

Reflect on a scenario, graph the information, and interpret the graph.

When can non-metric values be converted?

When a conversion factor is provided.

What practical skill does the course assess related to microscopes?

The ability to use a compound microscope.