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What information in the MSDS would be most important to know at the end of an experiment?

A
the boiling point
B
the flammability
C
the disposal procedure
D
the reactivity
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The MSDS for sodium hydroxide gives it a health rating of 3, a flammability rating of 0, and a reactivity rating of 1. According to the MSDS, which best describes sodium hydroxide?

A
highly corrosive but not highly flammable
B
highly reactive and corrosive
C
highly flammable but not highly corrosive
D
not highly reactive or corrosive
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Which sequence furthers scientific knowledge?

A
Hypotheses generate a scientific question, leading to observations, which can be tested through an experiment.
B
Observations generate a scientific question, leading to a hypothesis, which can be tested through an experiment.
C
Hypotheses generate a scientific experiment, leading to observations, which can be tested through a question.
D
Observations generate a scientific experiment, leading to a hypothesis, which can be tested through a question.
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Which statement best describes the variables in a controlled experiment?

A
The independent variable is changed to see its effect on the dependent variable while all other conditions are unchanged.
B
The dependent variable is changed to see its effect on the independent variable while all other conditions are unchanged.
C
The independent variable is allowed to change, and the dependent variable is held constant to see what other conditions show a relationship.
D
The dependent variable is allowed to change, and the independent variable is held constant to see what other conditions show a relationship.
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When can a theory be modified if a new type of technology allows for new observations that raise new questions?

A
immediately, while the questions about the theory are being asked
B
after new hypotheses related to the theory are tested in experiments
C
only after the new observations disprove all parts of the theory
D
while scientists begin to think about how the theory could improve
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Which most likely is a causal relationship?

A
An experimenter showed different causes for two patients’ lung cancer.
B
One experiment showed that all cancers can be cured by a new drug.
C
Experimenters show a link between adult-onset diabetes and obesity.
D
Experimenters show statistical data on diabetes drugs.
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The electron cloud model is a modern theory about the structure of atoms that explains many of the atom’s behaviors. According to the model, scientists imagine an atom to have a large nucleus of matter in the center surrounded by tiny particles called electrons. These electrons fly so fast and unpredictably around the nucleus that just one electron can appear to be a cloud. However, individual electrons are far too small for a human to see or touch.

A
The theory describes electrons in experiments, but it cannot be used to describe all electrons.
B
The theory provides an image that humans can visualize, but it does not fully represent how electrons exist.
C
The theory is a proven fact about nature, but because it is already proven it does not inspire further scientific study of electrons.
D
The theory explains several observations, but because they are observations made in the past the theory cannot predict what will happen in the future.
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Which action do researchers take to make advances in science?

A
They guard their findings against the scrutiny of outside sources.
B
They share their experimental results with other researchers.
C
They reduce their participation in working with other scientists.
D
They announce their findings in newspapers to avoid peer review.
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In an investigation that uses the scientific method, which step immediately follows asking a question?

A
presenting the results
B
making observations
C
creating a hypothesis
D
designing an experiment
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How does uncertainty relate to measurements and calculations made during an investigation?

A
There is uncertainty in each measurement, as indicated by significant figures.
B
There is uncertainty in each count of items used in a procedure.
C
There is no uncertainty in an answer calculated using significant figures.
D
There is no uncertainty if the best equipment is used correctly.
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How does a scientist use creativity?

A
by requiring evidence and thinking logically
B
by taking a closer look at the natural world
C
by asking questions about the natural world
D
by using prior knowledge to solve problems
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What statements best define percent error? Check all that apply.It is a mathematical way of showing accuracy.The higher the percent error, the more accurate the data set.The higher the percent error, the less accurate the data set.Only the experimental value is needed to calculate percent error.Only the actual, or accepted, value is needed to calculate percent error.A percent error always has a positive value.

A
It is a mathematical way of showing accuracy.
B
The higher the percent error, the more accurate the data set.
C
The higher the percent error, the less accurate the data set.
D
Only the experimental value is needed to calculate percent error.
E
Only the actual, or accepted, value is needed to calculate percent error.
F
A percent error always has a positive value.

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