In a Class 6 science lesson, students are asked to float eggs in salt water…
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In a Class 6 science lesson, students are asked to float eggs in salt water and record their observations, then discuss why some eggs sink and some float. Which aspect of the nature of science does this activity best explain?
- A.
Empirical evidence-based investigation
- B.
Rote memorization of facts
- C.
Fixed theoretical model
- D.
Authority-based explanation
Attempted by 4 students.
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Correct answer: A
The activity asks students to perform an experiment, observe what happens, record evidence and discuss possible explanations. This reflects the nature of science as empirical and evidence-based investigation, rather than memorization, fixed theory or authority-based explanation.