Jmu Bio 140 Lab Exam Q&A 2022/2023
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
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