Ms Kelly/Ms I MidTerm_Physical Sciences

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30 questions
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Scientific Method and Parts of an Experiment
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What is the independent variable in the experiment?

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What is the dependent variable in the experiment?

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One control in the experiment is

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If Janessa is measuring the height of the plant, what type of data is she collecting?

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What is the dependent variable in Janessa's experiment?

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Why is it important to measure growth every two days?

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Based on Janessa's experiment, which medium is most effective for sprouting lima bean seeds?

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What is the purpose of using three different baggies?

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What might be a limitation of Janessa's experiment?

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How could Janessa improve her experiment?

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What conclusion can be drawn from the results?

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Differentiate between data collection in science and engineering.

Draggable itemCorresponding Item
Draws conclusions on theories
Data from prototypes and tests
Observational and experimental data
Measures effectiveness and efficiency
Analyzes variables and controls
Evaluates designs against criteria
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Characterize problem-solving strategies in science vs. engineering.

Draggable itemCorresponding Item
Refinement through theoretical frameworks
Brainstorming for design solutions
Controlled experiments for hypothesis testing
Evaluating designs against constraints
Analyzing data for conclusions
Iteration after user feedback
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A team builds a bridge. What is their main goal?

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During a science experiment, what is crucial to do?

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If a prototype fails, engineers should...

Forces and motion
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What force keeps a book resting on a table from falling?

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A child pushes a toy car. Which force acts between them?

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A ball is thrown in the air. What force acts on it after thrown?

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A magnet pulls a pin. What type of force is this?

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A skateboarder comes to a stop. What force acted on them?

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What keeps planets in orbit around the sun?

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A soccer ball rolls on grass. What force slows it down?

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Force is defined as a push or pull that can change an object's state of motion.

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Gravity is considered a non-contact force.

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Non-contact forces can influence objects without physical touch.

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Contact forces arise only when objects do not touch each other.

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When a soccer ball is kicked, the force from the foot affects the ball's motion.

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Changing the shape of an object is one possible effect of applying force.

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Forces cannot change the direction of an object's movement.