Asking well-defined questions
2. a professor at a local university discovered a new medication that he claimed would cure
asthma. while attending an information session about the new medication, you noticed that
many other scientists were there asking several questions. the session seemed to go on
forever! your teacher explained to you that it is important to ask questions in science. why do
you think she said this? do you think her statement is true? explain your answer.
equipment and technology
3. you and your lab partner want describe the effects that direct sunlight has on a plant. before
beginning, your teacher asked you to make a list of the equipment that you will need. what
should you and your partner ask for? why is it important to know what equipment and
technology needs you have before beginning an investigation?