Drawing Conclusions From an Experiment Flashcards
1
Q
Anomalous
2 marks
A
When something is unexpected, or deviates from what is considered normal under those circumstances.
2
Q
A Conclusion
2 marks
A
Identifies what has been learned from the investigation
- may agree or disagree with the hypothesis made during planning.
3
Q
Reliability of data
2 marks
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To be considered reliable, any variation in values must be small.
- Repeating a scientific investigation makes it more reliable.
4
Q
A result that does not follow the trend
1 mark
A
Anomalous result
5
Q
Once identified, anomalous results can be
2 marks
A
Moved + repeated.
6
Q
Anomalous results can occur due to:
3 marks
A
- Human error
- An inadequately controlled variable
- The use of inappropriate measuring equipment.
7
Q
Why is it important to address anomalous results?
1 mark
A
They can make a conclusion unreliable.
8
Q
Scientific arguments are based on
2 marks
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Evidence gathered during an investigation
- can be used to produce an explanation.
9
Q
Data often allows
3 marks
A
More than one possible explanation
- Different scientists can have different explanations about the same evidence collected.
