1s1 Flashcards

1
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Independent variable is the?

A

Changed variable

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2
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Dependent variable is the?

A

Measured variable

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3
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Qualitative data is data collected based on ?

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observations made using our five senses

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4
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Quantitative data is data collected using?

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instruments that gives us numerical values

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5
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Accurate measurement is a measurement that is ?

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close to the true value

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6
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Precise measurement is ?

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how close the agreement is between repeated measurements

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7
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Reliable data has data values which are ?

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precise

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8
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Valid data has data values which are?

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accurate

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9
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Zero error is?

A

condition where a measuring instruments registers a reading when there should not be any reading

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10
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what is Positive zero error?

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shows a positive reading even when it is not in use

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11
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what is Negative zero error?

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shows a negative reading even when it is not in use

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12
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Parallax error is?

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occurs when the eye is being positioned at an angle to the measurement markings.

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13
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what is Systematic error?

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consistent, repeatable error due to faulty equipment or flawed experiment design.

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14
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how can Systematic error be avoided?

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by using well-maintained equipment.

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15
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Random error, compared to systematic error, is?

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unpredictable

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16
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Random error can be reduced by?

A

taking repeated measurements

17
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waht type of error is Zero error?

A

Zero error is a systematic error.

18
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what type of error is Parallax error?

A

Parallax error is a systematic error.

19
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what type of error is Human error?

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Human error is a random error.

20
Q

what is a best fit line?

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The best fit line is a line that passes through most of the points.

21
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what can best fit lines identify?

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Best fit lines can help to identify an anomolous measurement

22
Q

function of retort stand?

A

Retort stand holds and supports apparatus

23
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function of round-bottomed flask?

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Round-bottom flask contains and heats substances

24
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function of bunsen burner?

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Bunsen burner provides flames for heating substances

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function of delivery tube?
Delivery tube guides gasses from one container to next
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function of gas jar?
Gas jar collects gas
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function of crucible?
Crucible contains small amount of solid for strong heating
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function of pipe clay triangle?
Pipe clay triangle to support crucible on tripod stand
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function of tripod stand?
Tripod stand raises a container to a suitable height for heating by a Burning flame
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function of glass rod?
Glass rod stir liquids
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function of beaker?
Beaker contain liquids for heating
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function of filter funnel?
Filter funnel to be used with filter paper during filtration
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characteristics of non-luminous flame?
Non-luminous flame is hotter, bluer, smaller and is produced when the air hole is large.
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characteristics of luminous flame?
A luminous flame is less hot, brighter, larger and is produced when the air hole is small.
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advantages and disadvantages of fuels?
Fuels are a source of energy for vehicles and produce energy . But, combustion of fuels releases greenhouse gasses and air pollutants which cause air pollution and global warming.