Lesson 2

Question 1

Why is observation (especially unexpected results) important in scientific experiments?

Answer 1

Because unexpected outcomes can reveal new information, challenge assumptions, and lead to new hypotheses.

Question 2

How do you define a scientific problem or question from observations?

Answer 2

Identify patterns or anomalies in observations, then turn them into a clear, testable question.

Question 3

What is a hypothesis?

Answer 3

An “explanatory story” that proposes a possible answer to a scientific question.

Question 4

What does it mean to draw logical conclusions from experimental results?

Answer 4

Use the data to decide whether it supports or refutes the hypothesis.

Question 5

How are microbiological diseases related to social/economic factors?

Answer 5

Disease spread, treatment access, and outcomes are influenced by poverty, resources, healthcare access, sanitation, and living conditions.

Question 6

Why is dissemination of scientific information important?

Answer 6

It spreads accurate knowledge, supports public health, and builds scientific credibility.

Question 7

What social/economic factors can block scientific dissemination?

Answer 7

Limited education, mistrust, poor communication systems, cost, politics, or lack of healthcare access.