Scientific Inquiry

Science

Body of factual knowledge that exists around the world, and the method of study used to arrive at that knowledge

The idea of spontaneous generation was disproved by _____ in an experiment involving jars of meat.

Francesco Redi

The single factor tested in an experiment is:

The variable

hypothesis

an educated guess or rational explanation about a specific phenomenon

theory

an explanation for a natural phenomenon that appears to be 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. This is an example of a _____.

hypothesis

The statement 2 + 2 = 4 would be considered a _____ in the science world.

law

Select all that apply. 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

photosynthesis

a process in green plants that involves the use of carbon dioxide and water in the production of glucose and oxygen using the Sun's energy

scientific method

a recognized means of inquiry to provide scientific answers to questions

law

a universal and absolute fact or truth about a specific action or phenomenon

In terms of the scientific method, the purpose of an experiment is:

test a hypothesis

A hypothesis that appears to be supported by multiple experiments may be elevated to a general _____.

theory