Observation, Inference and Prediction
Variables
Scientific Tools
(part 1)
Scientific Tools
(part 2)
Scientific Tools
(part 3)
100
Quantitative Observation
What do you call an observation which includes numbers?
100
Independent variable
What do you call the variable which the experimenter can manipulate/change?
100
Safety Goggles
What tool is used to protect the eyes?
100
Forceps
What tool is used to pick up small objects?
100
Watch Glass
What tool is used to hold solids while being weighed or as a cover for beakers?
200
Qualitative Observation
What do you call an observation which does not include numbers?
200
Dependent variable
What do you call the variable that represents what you are measuring in the experiment?
200
Balance
What tool is used to determine weight?
200
Erlenmeyer flask
What tool is used to hold liquids and has a narrow neck to help prevent splashes?
200
Beaker
What tool is used to hold liquids?
300
Predicton
It is what you think will happen next.
300
Control
What do you call the variable that is normal in the experiment?
300
Graduated Cylinder
What tool is used to accurately measures liquid volumes?
300
Thermometer
What tool is used to measure temperature?
400
Inference
It is why you think the observation/situation happened.
400
Constant(s)
What do you call the variable that stays the same in an experiment?
400
Rubber Stopper
What tool is used to cover up the ends of test tubes and flasks?
400
Bunsen Burner
What tool is used to heat substances?
500
Dropper
What tool is used to put drops of al liquid?
500
Test Tube
What tool is an open tube and is used to hold liquids?
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