Question

Max discovered a beaker full of transparent liquid in the science lab. He hypothesized that since the liquid is transparent like water, it is water. He shared this conclusion with his friends. His friends questioned his conclusion, but Max had no evidence to back his thoughts. What step did Max miss in his scientific methods?
A.Make an initial observation.
B.Test a hypothesis by gathering data.
C.Form a conclusion.
D.State a hypothesis.

Answer 1

B he did not test the liquid

Answer 2

Answer:

Option B is correct answer.

Explanation:

For a valid hypothesis, one should always go through these steps - 1. Initial observation, 2. State a hypothesis, 3.Test the hypothesis by gathering data and finally 4. Form a conclusion on the basis of gathered data.

Here Max skipped the testing of the hypothesis by gathering data, he should run few tests like boiling point, freezing point, density and other physical or chemical test and compared to pre-existed values of these tests.