Hypothesis Formulation
Biology ⇒ Scientific Inquiry and Experimental Design in Biology
Hypothesis Formulation starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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A student observes that fish swim faster in warm water. What hypothesis could the student make?
A student observes that sugar dissolves faster in hot water than in cold water. What hypothesis could the student make?
A student thinks that adding fertilizer will make plants grow taller. What is the hypothesis in this scenario?
A student wants to test if music affects plant growth. Write a possible hypothesis.
A student observes that fish swim faster in warm water. What hypothesis could the student make?
A student observes that sugar dissolves faster in hot water than in cold water. What hypothesis could the student make?
A student thinks that adding fertilizer will make plants grow taller. What is the hypothesis in this scenario?
A student wants to test if music affects plant growth. Write a possible hypothesis.
Which of the following best describes a null hypothesis? (1) There is no effect or difference. (2) There is a big effect. (3) The experiment is not needed. (4) The results are always positive.
Which of the following is a poorly written hypothesis? (1) If I give plants more sunlight, then they will grow taller. (2) Plants might like sunlight. (3) If I water plants daily, then they will grow faster. (4) If I add salt to water, then it will dissolve.
Which of the following is a testable hypothesis? (1) Dogs are better than cats. (2) If a plant receives more sunlight, then it will grow taller. (3) Blue is the best color. (4) Happiness is important.
Which of the following is a testable hypothesis? (1) If I eat more vegetables, then I will feel healthier. (2) Vegetables are good. (3) Eating is fun. (4) Health is important.
Fill in the blank: A hypothesis helps scientists make ______ about what will happen in an experiment.
Fill in the blank: A hypothesis is a possible ______ to a scientific question.
Fill in the blank: A hypothesis is often based on ______ from previous experiments or observations.
Fill in the blank: A hypothesis is often written as an ______ statement.
A hypothesis must be testable. (Yes or No)
Is the following a good hypothesis? 'If I study more, then I will get better grades.' (Yes or No)
Is the following statement a hypothesis? 'If I water my plant every day, then it will grow faster.' (Yes or No)
True or False: A hypothesis always has to be correct.
