Quiz #2 Study Guide Flashcards
1
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What is the difference between scientific theory and law?
A
Theory explains why something happens. Law explains what phenomenon occurs under a specific set of conditions
2
Q
What is the formula to find density?
A
D=M/V
3
Q
Density
A
Measure of how compact matter is
4
Q
Define the characteristics of a scientific theory
A
A scientific theory is thoroughly tested and has various different types of evidence to support the claim.
5
Q
What is force?
A
A pus or pull upon an object resulting from the objects interaction with another.
6
Q
Describe physical properties
A
Any feature of a substance that can be measured or observed without changing what it’s made of.
7
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Describe data
A
Information gathered through observation, questions or measurement.
