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| In the scientific cycle what are the stages before carrying out the experiment? |
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| observation, constructions of a suitable hypothesis and experimental design |
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| In the scientific cycle what are the stages after gathering and recording of data? |
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| analysis of data, evaluation or results, conclusion, formation of a revised hypothesis |
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| proposal that there will be no statistically significant result due to a treatment. |
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| Under what circumstances id the null hypothesis rejected? |
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| when there is evidence of an effect that is unlikely due to chance |
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| What must happen for scientific ideas to become accepted? |
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| independent checking / verification |
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| Name some common methods of sharing scientific findings. |
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| seminars, talks and posters at conferences, publishing in academic journals |
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| assessment of a sceintific report by specialists with expertise in the relevant field, to make recommendations regarding suitability for publication |
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| What type of articles summarise current knowledge and recent findings in a particular field? |
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| Name two values that are important in science. |
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| What dishonest practice must be avoided in scientific reporting? |
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| Name the three concepts in animal studies to reduce or minimise the harm to animals. |
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| reduction, refinement & replacement |
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| Name three practices in studies involving humans. |
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| informed consent, confidentiality & right to withdraw |
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| Name four things that can influence scientific research. |
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| legislation, regulation, policy and funding |
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