NOS L1 Read to Learn: Scientific Inquiry
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14 questions

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Name three branches of science.
Name three branches of science.

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Write your own life science question based on something you have observed in nature.
Write your own life science question based on something you have observed in nature.
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What is scientific inquiry?
What is scientific inquiry?

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Suppose you observe flocks of geese flying south in the fall. What is one question that youcould ask about this observation?
Suppose you observe flocks of geese flying south in the fall. What is one question that you
could ask about this observation?
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How do scientists go aboutdeveloping questions for scientific inquiry?
How do scientists go about
developing questions for scientific inquiry?

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How do you know if the test results support the hypothesis about burning logs?
How do you know if the test results support the hypothesis about burning logs?
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What are some steps used during scientific inquiry?
What are some steps used during scientific inquiry?
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If test results do not support a scientist’s hypothesis, is the inquiry a failure? Explain your answer.
If test results do not support a scientist’s hypothesis, is the inquiry a failure? Explain your answer.

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How is a scientific law different from a scientific theory?
How is a scientific law different from a scientific theory?

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What are the results of scientific inquiry?
What are the results of scientific inquiry?
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Why would the development of a more durable material for a bicycle be considered technology?
Why would the development of a more durable material for a bicycle be considered technology?

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What is critical thinking?
What is critical thinking?
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List 3 claims in the advertisement that make you skeptical.
List 3 claims in the advertisement that make you skeptical.

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Why can’t scientific inquiry tell you the opinion you should have about music?
Why can’t scientific inquiry tell you the opinion you should have about music?