JMU BIO 140 Lab Exam(Questions And Answers)

What are the parts of the process of science? - Answer -exploration and discovery -testing ideas -community analysis and feedback -benefits and outcomes What occurs during exploration and discovery? - Answer -making observations -asking questions -sharing data and ideas -finding inspiration -exploring the literature What occurs in testing ideas? - Answer -gathering data (hypothesis, expected results, and actual results) -Interpreting data (support/oppose hypothesis, inspire new hypothesis, inspire revised assumptions) What occurs in benefits and outcomes - Answer -develop technology -address social issues -build knowledge -inform policy -satisfy curiosity -solve everyday problems What occurs in community analysis and feedback? - Answer -feedback and peer review -replication -discussion with colleagues -publication` -new questions -theory building Define independent variables - Answer the variable that is manipulated in an experiment Define hypothesis - Answer proposed explanation for an observation Define dependent variable - Answer The measurable effect, outcome, or response in which the research is interested. Define control - Answer In an experiment, the standard that is used for comparison Define treatment - Answer a specific condition applied to the individuals in an experiment Define prediction - Answer A logical statement about what will happen if the hypothesis is correct. Define experiment - Answer the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation Define non-experimental - Answer observational Define descriptive study - Answer giving details about; illustrating; explaining What are the main flaws in experimental designs? - Answer -no controls -insufficient sample size -lack of replication -not really testing the hypothesis -important variables not held constant Heritable features - Answer those that can be passed down from one generation to the next