Derek lives in a hot, humid climate. He has two rose bushes in pots in his yard. The rose bushes grow quickly and bloom with large, red roses. Derek moves to a cold, dry climate at the same altitude and notices that his rose bushes stop growing and do not have large blooms. He hypothesizes that the rose bushes are not receiving enough water because he is now in a dry climate. He waters them more often, but they do not improve.

Question

Which of the following scientific questions should he ask next to find out what is wrong with his roses?
A.
Do rose bushes grow better in high or low altitudes?
B.
How much do rose bushes cost in his new area?
C.
Which rose bush has larger, more colorful blooms?
D.
Does temperature affect the growth of the rose bushes?

Answer 1

Derek should ask the question: D. Does temperature affect the growth of the rose bushes?

This question is relevant because it directly addresses the environmental change he experienced when moving from a hot, humid climate to a cold, dry climate. Understanding how temperature influences the growth and blooming of rose bushes can help him determine if the cooler temperatures are a factor in the decline of his rose bushes' health and performance.