Question

match the definition with the word:
control dependent variable independent variable atom proton nucleus

1. a positively charged subatomic particle
2. the variable that is observed for changes/data collection
3. the variable that is changed intentionally
4. the smallest particle of matter that has its own identity
5. a condition in which no variables are changed
6. the center of an atom

Explanation:

• For question 7: Protons are positively - charged subatomic particles.
• For question 8: The dependent variable is what is observed for changes/data collection.
• For question 9: The independent variable is the one that is intentionally changed.
• For question 10: An atom is the smallest particle of matter with its own identity.
• For question 11: A control is a condition where no variables are changed.
• For question 12: The nucleus is the center of an atom.

Answer:

1. Proton
2. Dependent variable
3. Independent variable
4. Atom
5. Control
6. Nucleus