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BSC1005L Midterm FSU Questions with 100%
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The process of science is... - ANSWER -A way of understanding
natural phenomena using testable explanations
-The constant search for better explanations of natural
phenomena through questioning, observation, and
experimentation
Observation - ANSWER Any information gathered by at least
one of your senses
Inference - ANSWER An assumption that is based on
observations and past experiences
Data - ANSWER Observations and measurements collected
during investigations and experiments
Evidence - ANSWER A product of data analysis and
interpretation; support that justifies conclusions
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Fact - ANSWER An observation confirmed repeatedly by many
critical observers
Theory - ANSWER -Powerful explanations for a wide range of
phenomena (more general)
-Accepted scientific theories must survive rigorous testing and
be supported by multiple lines of evidence
Hypothesis - ANSWER A tentative, testable explanation for a
narrow set of phenomena (less general)
Prediction - ANSWER The expected outcome based on the
hypothesis
6 criteria to identify science - ANSWER 1) Consistency
2) Observable
3) Natural
4) Predictable
5) Testability
6) Tentative
BSC1005L Midterm FSU Questions with 100%
Verified Answers UPDATED!!!
The process of science is... - ANSWER -A way of understanding
natural phenomena using testable explanations
-The constant search for better explanations of natural
phenomena through questioning, observation, and
experimentation
Observation - ANSWER Any information gathered by at least
one of your senses
Inference - ANSWER An assumption that is based on
observations and past experiences
Data - ANSWER Observations and measurements collected
during investigations and experiments
Evidence - ANSWER A product of data analysis and
interpretation; support that justifies conclusions
, 2|Page
Fact - ANSWER An observation confirmed repeatedly by many
critical observers
Theory - ANSWER -Powerful explanations for a wide range of
phenomena (more general)
-Accepted scientific theories must survive rigorous testing and
be supported by multiple lines of evidence
Hypothesis - ANSWER A tentative, testable explanation for a
narrow set of phenomena (less general)
Prediction - ANSWER The expected outcome based on the
hypothesis
6 criteria to identify science - ANSWER 1) Consistency
2) Observable
3) Natural
4) Predictable
5) Testability
6) Tentative
