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Savvas 6th Grade Ch 2 L1 Measurement in Science

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30 questions
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What does it most likely mean if a graph shows no identifiable trends?.

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If an accident occurs in your classroom, what is the first thing you should do?

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For which of the following would the kilometer be the most appropriate unit of measure?

1

Which of the following would you measure using a balance?

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Which of the following would you measure using a graduated cylinder?

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You measure the length of a string three times and get values of 34.0 cm,
34.1 cm, and 34.2 cm. The actual length is 39.0 cm. What can you say about your measurements?

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If a shoe box measures 6 cm high, 7 cm wide, and 20 cm long, what is its volume?

1

Scientists have developed models for the structure of atoms because

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Scientists use which of the following to examine models of complex systems?

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Which two types of data can be displayed by graphs?

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On which of the following graphs do data points yield a straight line?

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A diagram is one way to model a system.

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Weight is a measure of how much mass is contained in a given volume.

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A point that does not fall exactly on a graph line is a(n) anomalous data point.

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Safety symbols alert you to possible dangers and identify safety equipment you should use.

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The SI system is a nonstandard measurement system.

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Line graphs can help you identify mistakes and make predictions.

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Just as in the lab, safety is also important when doing activities in the_______.
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The percent difference between the known value and its measured value is called the_______
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Each unit in the SI system is _______times larger than the next smallest unit.
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The amount of matter contained in a given volume for a substance is called
_______
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Whenever you perform a lab, your chief concern must be _______
3

Explain the difference between precision and accuracy. Which is more important when you
collect and analyze experimental data?

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Directions: Use the figure to answer the question.   
What output is expected if the system works correctly?

1

Using the table above, If the cookies are not fully baked when you check, which part of the system tells you to put the cookies back in the oven? Explain.

2

Explain how a line graph can help you investigate the relationship between two sets of data.

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Directions: Use the figure to answer the question.   Brown Pelican Nesting Colonies on Cat Island
Cat Island Plots Number of Pelican Nests
A 142
B 166
C 142
D 132
E 188
What is the mean of the number of pelican nests per plot on Cat Island?

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What should you do when you are done with a lab?

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Scientists use models to understand things they can observe directly.

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What part is missing in this system? Input, Output and Feedback