Name : Niki M.

Section: 8-1

Scientific Problem Solving Nature of Science Lessons 1 & 2-Tiered Vocabulary and
Informational Text Dependent Questions
Textbook Reference pgs. NOS 4 NOS 18

SWBAT:
Utilize the 7-steps strategy with key terms, and answer text dependent questions using the textbook as a
reference.

I: 7-Steps Strategy for Key Terms

I. Review the vocabulary for the new unit using this Quizlet link https://quizlet.com/_2gz3xa

a. Select Flashcards.

Note: In Flashcards, select term first and be sure to follow this 7 steps strategy:
Model: acceleration

1. Look at the term and make a mental note as to the way it is spelled.
2. Listen to the term and make a mental note as to how the term is pronounced.
3. Say the term 3 times out loud.
4. Think about how the term can be used in general without looking at the definition. [For example,
at school, home, and/or in everyday language, etc.] Does it have multiple meanings?
5. Review the meaning of the term as it relates to the science content.
6. Visualize an image that best represents this term as it relates to its science definition.
7. Continue to review the vocabulary to be able to use it in both oral and written language.

2. Select Learn and type in the term for the definition provided.

3. Take the test [MC, matching, and T/F only] for all terms available.

Note: Screenshot the image of your name and score on Quizlet and insert it below.
II: Answering Text Dependent Questions for Lessons 1 & 2

Note: Read the text pages NOS 4 - NOS 18 and answer the Reading Summary Questions for Lessons 1
& 2 in bold black.

Text Dependent Questions for Lesson 1: pgs. NOS 4 - NOS 11

1. What is science? Science is the investigation and exploration of natural events and of new
information that results from those investigations.

2. What is scientific inquiry? Scientific inquiry is a process that uses a variety of skills and tools to
answer questions or to test ideas. This is also known as the scientific method.

3. How is an observation different from an inference? Observations are notes taken about what has
actually occurred in an experiment. Inferences are logical explanations made based on observations
from prior knowledge and experiments. Therefore, an observation uses senses while inferences uses
your logic.

4. How is a hypothesis different from a prediction? A hypothesis is a possible explanation of an

observation that can be tested and verified using scientific investigations, while a prediction is a
statement of what will happen in the net sequence of events. Therefore, a hypothesis uses an
educated guess while a prediction just states what will happen.

5. How do scientists test their hypotheses?

Design an experiment
Make a model
Gather and evaluate evidence
Collect data/record observations.

6. How do scientists analyze their results?

Graph results
Classify information
Make calculations
Other processes
7. What is a conclusion? A conclusion is a summary of the information gained from testing a
hypothesis.

8. What are some benefits to communicating results?

Scientists can evaluate and test others work and make faster progress in their own research. This
also leads to making scientific advancements a lot faster and keeps information accurate.

9. Can an unsupported hypothesis ever be valuable?

It is very valuable because when you have an unsupported hypothesis, you are just learning one
more way that the given experiment will not work. Also, you can learn and be the first to make a
big breakthrough in the scientific world.

10. How are scientific theories and laws different?

A theory is an explanation that is made based on many experiments and observations. However, a
law is a ground rule made based on nature that you have to follow. They are different because a
theory is an idea that has been tested and can be proved but a law is a rule that will always happen
if you do the given task correctly.

11. What are the results of scientific inquiry?

The results of Scientific inquiry are to develop new materials/technology, discover new found
objects, or finding answers to questions that you are not able to find.

Text Dependent Questions for Lesson 2: pgs. NOS 12 - NOS 18

1. What are three qualities of the metric [SI] system?

They use basic units
Can be multiplied by prefixes(powers of 10)
You can easily convert between units

2. Why did scientists create the International System of Units [SI] and why is it so easy to convert
between metric [SI] units? The scientists wanted to create an easy unit system so that when they have
to use or convert the units, it would be simple and would not require too much calculation. It is easy
to convert between SI units because the metric system is based on powers of 10. Therefore, to
convert, you just have to divide or multiply by powers of 10.

3. How are precision and accuracy different?

Precision is how close repeated measurements are to each other. On the other hand, accuracy is
how close you can get to where you want the given thing to be. For example, if you are trying to
shoot an arrow at a target, and if you keep hitting the same spot on the target every time, even if the
spot it not the center, then you are practicing precision. If you actually do hit the target, even if it is
only one time, you are practicing precision.

4. What is the advantage to using scientific notation?

If you are writing a very large or a very small number with many zeros, it might be hard to write
out the whole number every time. So, by using scientific notation, you can write the long number
using only a few digits. Therefore, the advantage is that you do not have to write out the long
number every single time.

5. Why is calculating percentage of error helpful?

Calculating percentage of error is helpful because it lets you know how much you differ from the
real value. By knowing this, you can figure out the size of your mistake so it will be easier to
correct.

6. What are five tools that scientists use and what is each one used for? [pgs. 16-18]
Five tools that scientists use are science journals, balances, thermometers, calculators, and
glassware.
First, science journals are used to record your observations and the information you gain while
conducting an investigation. In the journal, you can write down any notes that you feel you should
record. Some examples of what you could write are questions, hypotheses, data, or scientific inquiry
analysis. Next, balances are used to measure mass. Mass is usually measured in kilograms, grams,
or milligrams, To get the most accurate result on a balance, you have to calibrate it often. Then,
thermometers are used to measure the temperature of substances. The temperature is measured in
Kelvin, but in class, it is measured in degrees Celsius.After this, scientists use calculators to make
quick calculations with their data. Calculators are also used in math so that you do not have to do
long calculations in your head or on paper. Lastly, glassware is used to hold liquids and to measure
the volume of liquids. It is usually measured in liters or milliliters. Scientists use these tools and
many more to make measurements as they conduct investigations.