Working Scientifically (HSC SSCE Chemistry): Quizzes
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What does it mean when science is described as empirical?
What does it mean when science is described as empirical?
Conclusions are based on evidence
What does falsifiable mean in science?
What does falsifiable mean in science?
Theories can be disproved by evidence
Why is atomic theory accepted by the scientific community?
Why is atomic theory accepted by the scientific community?
Evidence consistently supported predictions
What observation contradicted the phlogiston theory?
What observation contradicted the phlogiston theory?
Magnesium gains mass when burning
What characteristic must a good hypothesis have?
What characteristic must a good hypothesis have?
It must be testable
What should you do if evidence does not support your hypothesis?
What should you do if evidence does not support your hypothesis?
Modify it and design new tests
What is the purpose of peer review in science?
What is the purpose of peer review in science?
Experts evaluate research validity
What defines a primary source investigation?
What defines a primary source investigation?
Collecting your own data first-hand
When should you record information in your logbook?
When should you record information in your logbook?
Immediately as you work
What should you use to write in a physical logbook?
What should you use to write in a physical logbook?
Pen for permanent records