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  • 1. Multiple Choice
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    Astronomers study objects as large as galaxies. Chemists study objects that can be as small as an atom. Even though scientists in each field study very different things, why are both astronomy and chemistry considered science?

    both fields are based on the same experiments

    both fields use the same basic scientific methods

    both fields require the same basic knowledge

    both fields use the same technology

  • 2. Multiple Choice
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    An astronomer discovered a new comet in orbit around the Sun. He wants to learn more about the size, shape, and period of the comet's orbit. What type of investigation should the astronomer perform?

    Analyze data about similar comets that also orbit the Sun.

    Observe the behavior of the comet as it moves in its orbit around the Sun.

    Set up a controlled experiment with dependent and independent variables.

    Conduct a survey of astronomers to gather their opinions about the comet.

  • 3. Multiple Choice
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    The study of living things; also known as life science

    endocrinology

    microbiology

    biology

    chemistry

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