Semester 1 bio exam (1/2)
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What is the primary characteristic of science that allows it to constantly evolve?
Constant testing and revision
Which of the following is NOT a goal of science?
Proving supernatural events
How do scientists primarily approach new information?
By evaluating it based on evidence
What is the term for the process of observing and asking questions about the natural world in an organized way?
Scientific method
Which statement best describes the nature of scientific facts?
They are subject to revision based on new evidence
What is the primary focus of scientific research?
Natural phenomena
How do scientists typically propose explanations for observed phenomena?
Based on evidence and understanding
What does it mean when scientific discoveries raise more questions than answers?
Science is progressing and new avenues for study are opening
Which of the following is NOT a part of scientific methodology?
Accepting conclusions without questioning
What is an inference in scientific terms?
A logical interpretation based on existing knowledge
In a controlled experiment, what is the independent variable?
The variable that is changed by the experimenter
What is the primary purpose of a control group in an experiment?
To provide a basis for comparison
Which type of data involves characteristics that usually can’t be measured numerically?
Qualitative data
What is a scientific theory?
A highly-tested, reliable explanation of natural events
Which of the following is NOT considered a scientific attitude?
Closed-mindedness
What is the primary purpose of peer review in scientific research?
To allow evaluation and testing of data and analysis
What is bias in scientific terms?
A personal, non-scientific point of view
Which of the following is NOT a field of biology mentioned in the text?
Astrophysics
What is homeostasis in living organisms?
Maintaining a relatively constant set of internal conditions
What is the primary characteristic of science that distinguishes it from other ways of explaining the world?
It uses evidence to construct testable explanations
Which of the following best describes the nature of scientific knowledge?
It is constantly changing and evolving
What is the main goal of science?
To understand the interactions of parts and processes in the physical universe
What is the basic unit of matter?
Atom
Which subatomic particle is found outside the nucleus and has a negative charge?
Electron