Biology, Unit 1: Scientific Inquiry
The idea of spontaneous generation was disproved by _____ in an experiment involving jars of meat.
Francesco Redi
In terms of the scientific method, the purpose of an experiment is:
Test a hypothesis
The single factor tested in an experiment is:
The variable
hypothesis law theory
an assumed explanation for a problem an absolute fact or truth about a specific phenomenon supported by evidence gathered over a period of time
When driving your car, you hear a squeal every time you press the brakes. You decide the problem is that there's a mouse trapped in the brakes.
hypothesis
The statement 2 + 2 = 4 would be considered a _____ in the science world.
law
Which conditions relate to the research of van Helmont?
plant mass related to H2O conclusions partly correct
Scientists use experiments and observations to make logical conclusions about scientific inquiries. This process is called the _____.
scientific method
A hypothesis that appears to be supported by multiple experiments may be elevated to a general _____.
theory