The Process of Science
1. After formulating a hypothesis, a scientist
(a) proves the hypothesis to be true or false.
(b) test the hypothesis
(c) decides how to best avoid having a control
(d) makes sure environmental conditions are just right
(e) formulates a scientific theory
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2. Experiments examine the contribution of the .........to the observation.
(a) respeonding variable
(b) control group
(c) standard deviation
(d) experimental variable
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3. Which of the following is not correctly linked?
(a) model: a representation of an experiment
(b) standard deviation: a from of statistical analysis
(c) principle: a theory that is not supported by experimental evidence
(d) data: the results of an experiment or observation.
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Challenges Facing Science:
4. Which of the following applies scientific knowledge to the needs of society?
(a) evolution
(b) taxonomy
(c) systematics
(d) technology
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5. Which of the following represents the permanent loss of a species?
(a) natural selection
(b) greenhouse effect
(c) extinction
(d) climate change.
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6. and SARS are examples of
(a) extinct species
(b) forms of greenhouse gases
(c) endangered habitats.
(d) emerging diseases.
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