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1
Science can be differentiated from non–science because scientific results are
A)repeatable.
B)always collected in a laboratory.
C)based on single events.
D)formed from opinions.
2
Which of these is a biological problem?
A)famine in Rhodesia
B)hurricanes killed thousands in Honduras
C)pesticide research leads to toxic waste
D)all of these have a biological component
3
A plausible, scientifically acceptable generalization is
A)a theory.
B)a law.
C)a hypothesis.
D)empirical evidence.
4
Which of the following is an applied science?
A)particle physics
B)evolution
C)astronomy
D)genetic engineering
5
Which is least likely to be understood using the scientific method?
A)if it is possible to attract someone by their smell
B)if life ever existed on Mars
C)how to float your boat
D)if you will be successful in this course
6
What is meant by the phrase 'emergent properties'?
A)the reproduction of already existing traits
B)the appearance of never-before-seen characteristics as a result of the interaction of other properties
C)the appearance of dangerous traits that must be controlled as soon as possible
D)never-before-seen traits that are considered miracles by investigating





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