A biologist is requested to investigate the massive die off

A biologist is requested to investigate the massive die off of bass in a lake. Select a steps that are part of the scientific method that the biologist will use to investigate this situation.

Solution

The correct order of steps for the scientific method should be:

the biologist visually surveys the lake and surrounding area.

the biologist creates a model that stimulates the area of the lake and farm field.

the biologist collects water samples to be tested for chemicals.

the biologist tests the water samples in the lab for chemicals.

the biologist reasons that chemicals may have run off of an adjoining farm field into the lake during recent storms.