scientific skills

Question 1

What is the correct format for writing an Aim for an investigation?

Answer 1

to investigate the effect of independent variable on the dependent variable

Question 2

What is a Hypothesis in the context of an investigation?

Answer 2

if…..then…..because

Question 3

What does a Risk Assessment involve in an investigation?

Answer 3

A Risk Assessment involves identifying potential hazards, evaluating risks, and finding a precaution

Question 4

What is the Method in an investigation?

Answer 4

The Method outlines the step-by-step procedures to conduct the investigation and collect data.

Question 5

Define the Independent variable in an investigation

Answer 5

The Independent variable is the one that is changed

Question 6

Define the Dependent variable in an investigation

Answer 6

The Dependent variable is the one that is measured

Question 7

What are Controlled variables in an investigation?

Answer 7

Controlled variables are factors that are kept the same to ensure a fair test.

Question 8

What is interpolation in the context of data estimation?

Answer 8

Interpolation is estimating a value within the range of known data points.

Question 9

What is extrapolation in the context of data estimation?

Answer 9

Extrapolation is estimating a value outside the range of known data points.

Question 10

How should questions be answered in an investigation?

Answer 10

Questions should be answered in the appropriate format: identify, describe, explain, compare, assess.