Scientific Principles And Process

Question 1

Null hypothesis

Answer 1

Proposes that there will be no statistically significant effect as a result of the experiment treatment

Question 2

Scientific knowledge

Answer 2

The current best explanation,which may then be updated after evaluation of further experimental evidence.

Question 3

When is the Nell hypothesis rejected?

Answer 3

If there is evidence for an effect unlikely due to chance

Question 4

When do scientific ideas become accepted?

Answer 4

Only once they have been checked independently

Question 5

Common methods of sharing original scientific findings

Answer 5

Seminars, talks and posters at conferences and publishing in academic journals.

Question 6

Peer review

Answer 6

Specialists with expertise in the relevant field assess the scientific qualify of a submittedmanuscript and make recommendations regarding its suitability for publication

Question 7

Review articles

Answer 7

Summarise current knowledge and recent findings in a particular field

Question 8

What are the 3R’s and what are they used for?

Answer 8

Replacement, reduction and refinement.to avoid, reduce or minimise the harm to animals

Question 9

How does legislation influence scientific research?

Answer 9

Limits the potential for the misuse of studies and data

Question 10

What factors can influence scientific research

Answer 10

Legislation, regulation, policy and funding