Science - Flashcards

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If you get injured in a lab, what should you do?

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Tell the teacher.

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Why is it important to never eat, drink, or chew gum in class?

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You might ingest harmful chemicals.

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Safety goggles should be worn when working with…

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Fire, chemicals, and glassware.

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If you do not understand a step in the lab procedure, what should you do?

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Re-read the lab instructions.

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How long should hair be worn in a lab?

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Tied back with a rubber band.

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After completing an experiment, where should you dispose of chemicals?

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Down the sink.

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When working with an open flame, you should not…

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Reach over it, leave it unattended, or keep it near flammable liquids.

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When heating a test tube, it is important to point the tube where?

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Away from others.

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Paula was not careful and knocked over a beaker. She notices a small chip in the glass. What should Paula do next?

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Inform the teacher immediately.

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David wears eyeglasses. What does David need to do before a lab with fire and chemicals?

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Wear safety goggles over the eyeglasses.

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It is everyone’s job to clean up after a lab. True or False.

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True

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Performing an unauthorized experiment is allowed. True or False.

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False.

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Is the Y axis vertical or horizontal?

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Vertical.

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The title of a graph must be…

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Appropriate and relevant.

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What variable is the Y axis?

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Dependent.

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Axes must be labeled with…

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Appropriate titles.

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You must number axes…

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Evenly.

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Is the X axis vertical or horizontal?

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Horizontal.

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What variable goes on the X axis?

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Independent.

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Where is the origin of a graph?

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Where the two axes meet at a 90-degree angle.

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What number symbolizes the origin of a graph?

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0.

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The key of the graph must include…

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The different values of the graph.

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The key of a graph…

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Identifies information.

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What are graphs?

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Diagrams that show relationships between two or more things.

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What type of graph is best for comparing different groups?
Bar graphs.
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What type of graph is best for showing changes over time?
Line graphs.
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What type of graph is best to show a non-linear pattern?
Scatter plot.
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What type of graph is best for comparing parts of a whole?
Pie chart.
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On a graph, it is important to...
Label the axis and give the units.
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What are the base units of the metric system?
Meter, liter, gram.
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What are the units of the metric system?
Kilo, Hecto, Deca, Base Unit, Deci, Centi, Milli
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What is the mnemonic device for the units of the metric system?
King Henry Doesn't Usually Drink Chocolate Milk.
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Make sure to use a (1) and a (2) to make a graph.
1. Pencil 2. Ruler (can also be swapped)
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What type of paper should you use to make a graph?
Graph paper.
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Create a (1) title on a graph.
1. Descriptive.
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What type of graph should you use for this type of information?
Pie chart.
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What does TALKS stand for?
T-Title must be descriptive A-IV on X axis and DV in Y axis L-Label axes with units K-Key for graph S-Scale
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When you measure something, should you always record the unit with the number?
Yes.
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What is length?
The distance between two points.
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What is the base unit for length?
Meter.
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What is volume?
The amount of space something occupies.
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What is the base unit for volume?
Liter
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What is mass?
The amount of matter in a solid, liquid, or gas.
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What is the base unit for mass?
Gram.
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What is density?
The amount of matter in a volume.
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What is the base unit for density?
Grams per cubic centimeter.
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What is time?
The period between events.
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What is the base unit for time?
Seconds.
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What is temperature?
How hot or cold something is.
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What is the base unit for temperature?
Degrees Celsius.
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What tool is used to find length?
Ruler or meter stick.
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What tool is used to find volume?
Graduated cylinder.
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What tool is used to find mass?
Triple Beam Balance.
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What tool is used to find density?
Calculator (D=m/v)
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What tool is used to find time?
Stopwatch.
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What tool is used to find temperature?
Thermometer.
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What does SI System stand for?
Systeme International.
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To take a measurement, you use a...
Tool.
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Science is driven by (1) about (2)
1. Questions 2. Natural Phenomena (can be swapped)
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A testable question must have what?
A manipulated and responding variable.
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An untestable question does/does not indicate specific variables to test or measure.
Does not.
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What are the variables in an experiment?
Independent, Dependent, and Controlled.
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What does Mix Dry stand for?
M-Manipulated I-Independent X-X axis D-Dependent R-Responding Y-Y Axis
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What variable does the scientist change?
The independent variable.
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What variable does the scientist measure or observe?
The dependent variable.
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What are constants in an experiment?
Standardizing variables.
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An experimental control is used to...
Evaluate whether an experiment is working.
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An experimental control is usually one test of the (1) variable that is like a (2) value.
1. Independent 2. Normal
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What makes an experiment fair and valid?
Precise and Accurate Measurements, Repeated Trials, and Detailed Notes.