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Which is an example of making a qualitative observation?

A
measuring the speed of the chemical reaction
B
describing how copper changes color in chlorine
C
recording how long it takes to burn magnesium
D
showing the results of an experiment with a graph
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An investigation involves determining which metal is better for making pots that will cook food faster. Which is the best hypothesis to use for this investigation?

A
Copper is better than iron for making pots.
B
Copper is more malleable and heats up faster than iron.
C
If copper is a better conductor, it will heat up faster than iron.
D
If copper heats up faster than iron, it is better for making pots.
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During a conference presentation, a scientist described the materials that she used and how she performed her experiments. Which best explains why a scientist would share these details in a conference?

A
It tells the audience if the results support or contradict the hypothesis.
B
It tells the peers if the study is supported by mathematical models.
C
It informs the peers if the results are supported by other scientists.
D
It informs the audience if the study included controlled tests.
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What must be part of a quantitative observation?

A
a change of state
B
a change in size
C
a number
D
a color
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An experiment was conducted to see which metal pot would be better for cooking food quickly. The table below shows how quickly small pieces of wax melted during the experiment. Type of metalTime for the wax to melt (seconds)Aluminum27Bronze45Copper15Steel80The following statement was made after the data were examined: “Copper pots are the best pots for cooking food quickly.” Which term best describes this statement?

A
conclusion
B
hypothesis
C
procedure
D
result
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Read the lab procedure for a controlled experiment that looks at the effect of heat on the circumference of bicycle tires.Step 1: Pump up six identical bike tires to the recommended air pressure.Step 2: Place three tires under heat lamps, and keep the other three tires at room temperature.Step 3: After four hours, measure the circumference of each tire. Step 4: Record your results in the table.Step 5: (?)Which step should be next in this procedure?

A
List the materials that are needed.
B
Write a conclusion for the experiment.
C
Write a hypothesis for the results.
D
Draw a table for the observations.
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Several scientists from different countries are asked to examine the results of an experiment before a journal will print it. Which term best describes this step of the investigative process?

A
question
B
communication of results
C
peer review
D
experiment control
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Which best describes the act of using senses or tools to gather information?

A
creating a hypothesis
B
making an observation
C
summarizing the results
D
recording the measurements
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Which is an example of making a quantitative observation?

A
measuring the mass of metal used in a reaction
B
recording the color of a solid formed in a reaction
C
describing a liquid as having a slippery feel
D
rating an odor on how nice it smells
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Which method is the typical first step when scientists communicate their scientific results?

A
placing the results on an Internet site to maximize readership
B
distributing the results in press releases to make them well established
C
submitting the results to a scientific journal for a peer review
D
declaring the results in a TV interview for public feedback

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