Radley_William Quiz--Intro 1

Question 1

What’s the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

Answer 1

Theories have been confirmed through tests; hypotheses haven’t.

Question 2

In the phrase, “The scientific method is an analytic process for determing why things happen,” what’s the best synonym for “analytic?”

Answer 2

logical

Question 3

You should run an experiment several times to make sure your results are unchanging. In the preceding phrase, what does “unchanging” mean?

Answer 3

consistent

Question 4

Which formula would be correct to find the answer in D2?

Answer 4

=E2-C1

Question 5

Saying the apple is round is a type of ______ observation.

Answer 5

qualitative

Question 6

Trying to explain why a cactus needs little water to survive is an example of

Answer 6

Using the scientific method

Question 7

Place the following steps in sequence: A) Making an Hypothesis B) Testing a hypothesis C) Recognizing a problem D) Forming a conclusion

Answer 7

C, A, B, D

Question 8

This study of the physical and chemical functions of tissues and organs is

Answer 8

physiology