Lab 2 Scientific Method Quiz

When did Fleming begin his study on mold?

1928

What was Fleming's hypothesis as he was testing the mold with the bacteria?

A chemical in the mold kills bacteria.

How did Fleming test his hypothesis?

He isolated and grew mold, then applied it to the bacteria to see the results.

Which statement best summarizes the results of Fleming's experiment?

The mold Fleming grew killed the bacteria he tested it on.

Why don't scientists stop with the first step in the Scientific Method, making observations?

They want to test what they observe to make sure it is correct.

What is a hypothesis?

a prediction

Once they form a hypothesis, what do scientists do next?

design experiments to test their hypothesis

Why do scientists write down every detail of an experiment?

so they can do over the experiment to compare results

What does it mean to control variables in an experiment?

to keep as many things the same as possible across the parts of an experiment

Fleming's mold experiment led to the development of what major medical advancement?

using mold to produce antibiotics