Science Application Vocabulary Words Quiz

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1. What is a factor that can be changed in an experiment?

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In an experiment, a variable is any factor that can be changed, measured, or controlled to observe its effect on the outcome. Incorrect options include constant which remains the same, parameter which is a fixed value, and controlled factor which is a factor that is kept constant in an experiment.

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2. What is the SI unit for mass?

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The SI unit for mass is kilograms. It is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units.

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3. What is the measurement of the amount of matter in a given object?

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Mass is a fundamental property of an object and is a measure of the amount of matter in it. Volume is the amount of space occupied by an object, while Density is the mass of an object per unit volume. Weight, on the other hand, is the force exerted on an object due to gravity.

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4. What term refers to the amount of change of one measurement in a given amount of time?

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Rate specifically pertains to the amount of change of one measurement in a given amount of time, whereas ratio, speed, and acceleration have different meanings in the context of measurement and time.

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5. What does SI stand for in relation to measurement units?

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The International System of Units (SI) is the modern form of the metric system and is the internationally recognized system of measurement.

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6. What is the term used to describe the amount of space an object occupies (liters)?

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Volume is the measure of the amount of space occupied by an object, typically measured in liters. Density, mass, and weight are all related concepts but do not directly refer to the space an object occupies.

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7. What is the SI temperature scale?

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The SI temperature scale is measured in Kelvin, where 0K represents absolute zero.

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8. What is the SI unit of length?

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The SI unit of length is meter. It is the basic unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as the distance that light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 seconds.

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9. What is the measure of the gravitational force on an object?

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The measure of the gravitational force on an object is its weight, which is different from its mass, volume, or density.

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10. What type of graph shows the parts of a whole?

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A circle graph, also known as a pie chart, is used to represent the parts of a whole by dividing a circle into sections that each represent a proportion of the total. Bar graphs, line graphs, and scatter plots are types of graphs used for different types of data representation.

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11. What is the term used to show information in rows and columns?

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Tables are commonly used to organize and present data in rows and columns, while charts, graphs, and diagrams can represent data in different visual formats.

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12. What type of graph uses rectangular blocks or bars to show the relationship among variables?

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A bar graph is used to display data using rectangular bars, while a line graph connects data points with lines, a pie chart shows proportions of a whole, and a scatter plot displays the relationships between two variables.

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13. What type of graph shows a relationship between two variables?

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A line graph is used to display the relationship between two variables over time. A bar graph is used to compare different categories. A pie chart is used to show proportions of a whole. A scatter plot is used to show the relationship between two variables but does not connect the data points with lines.

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14. What is the method that is used to collect, organize, and summarize data in a visual way?

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A graph is a visual representation of data, with various types like bar graphs, line graphs, and pie charts being commonly used for summarizing data. In contrast, spreadsheets are used for tabular data, databases store large volumes of structured data, and pivot tables are used for data analysis and aggregation.

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What is a factor that can be changed in an experiment?
What is the SI unit for mass?
What is the measurement of the amount of matter in a given object?
What term refers to the amount of change of one measurement in a given...
What does SI stand for in relation to measurement units?
What is the term used to describe the amount of space an object...
What is the SI temperature scale?
What is the SI unit of length?
What is the measure of the gravitational force on an object?
What type of graph shows the parts of a whole?
What is the term used to show information in rows and columns?
What type of graph uses rectangular blocks or bars to show the...
What type of graph shows a relationship between two variables?
What is the method that is used to collect, organize, and summarize...
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