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HSC Investigating Science
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Module 1: Cause and Effect - ObservingRole of Observations
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Observations
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Observations as Evidence
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Observing, Collecting and Recording Data
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Conclusions Promote Further Observations
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Module 2: Cause and Effect - Inferences and GeneralisationsObservations and Inferences
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Using Secondary-sourced Data
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Observing Patterns
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Developing Inquiry Questions
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Generalisations in Science
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Peer Review
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Module 3: Scientific ModelsModels to Inform Understanding
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Types of Models
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Constructing a Model
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Module 4: Theories and LawsIntroduction to Scientific Theories and Laws
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Development of a Theory
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Development of Laws
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Application of Theories and Laws in Science
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Module 5: Scientific InvestigationsPractical Investigations to Obtain Primary Data
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Different Types of Scientific Investigations
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Student Investigation
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Reliability and Validity
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Reporting
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Module 6: TechnologiesScientific Investigation and Technology
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A Continuous Cycle
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Module 7: Fact or Fallacy?Testing Claims
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Impacts on Investigations
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Evidence-based Analysis
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Reading Between the Lines
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Science as Self-correcting – the Issues
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Module 8: Science and SocietyIncidents, Events and Science
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Regulation of Scientific Research
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Influence of Economic, Social and Political Forces on Scientific Research
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Additional ResourcesGlossary of Terms
Lesson 24 of 34
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Scientific Investigation and Technology
How does technology enhance and/or limit scientific investigation?
Inquiry Question
Overview
- Design a practical investigation that uses available technologies to measure both the independent and dependent variables that produce quantitative data to measure the effect of changes of, including but not limited to:
- Temperature on reaction rate
- Temperature on volume of gas
- Speed on distance travelled
- Pressure on volume of gas
- Conduct the practical investigation to obtain relevant data and evaluate the limitations of the technologies used
- Investigate the range of measuring devices used in the practical investigation and assess the likelihood of random and systematic errors and the devices’ degree of accuracy
- Using specific examples, compare the accuracy of analogue and digital technologies in making observations
- Assess the safety of technologies selected for the practical investigation by using chemical safety data and Work Health and Safety guidelines as appropriate