Types of Science
Vocabulary Words
Tools Scientists Use
Science Safety
The Scientific Method
100

How many types of sciences will we be learning about this year?


3

100

What is "science"?


Science: the study of the natural world through observations and experiments. 


100

Name one tool scientists use for safety.

Answers may vary.

Examples: Goggles, masks, gloves, etc.


100

Safe or unsafe:

Anna smelled and tasted one of the materials in the science lab.


Unsafe! :(


100

How many steps are in the scientific method?

6


200

Which science is the study of all physical things including matter, energy, atoms and molecules?

Physical Science


200

What does it mean to "observe"?



Observe: to see, or to watch closely.


200

Name one tool scientists use to observe.

Answers may vary.

Examples: Hand lens, microscope, telescope, etc.


200

Safe or unsafe:

Ben washed his hands after the experiment.


Safe! :)


200

What is the first step of the scientific method?

Ask a question!


300

Which science is the study of Earth and its surrounding space including rocks, weather, oceans and planets?

Earth (& Space) Science


300

What is a "hypothesis"?


Hypothesis: an idea or theory that is based on some evidence but has not yet been proven; an educated guess.


300

Name one tool scientists use to measure.

Answers may vary.

Examples: Ruler, tape measure, balance scale, etc.


300

Fill in the blank:

Always wear safety __________ and gloves.

Goggles


300

What are the second and third steps of the scientific method?

Step 2: Make an observation

Step 3: Form a hypothesis

400

Which science is the study of living things including plants, animals, humans and microscopic organisms?

Life Science


400

What is an "experiment"?


Experiment: a test or procedure done for the purpose of learning or proving something. 


400

Name this tool:


Thermometer!

400

Fill in the blank:

Keep your work area __________.

Clean!


400

What are the fourth and fifth steps of the scientific method?

Step 4: Conduct an experiment

Step 5: Analyze the data

500

What are the 3 main categories of science?

1) Physical Science

2) Earth & Space Science

3) Life Science


500

What is a "conclusion"?


Conclusion: a judgment that you form after considering all the evidence. 


500

What is an anemometer used to measure?


An anemometer is used to measure wind speed!

500

Fill in the blank:

In class, you must read and listen to all __________ before you start.

Directions


500

What is the last step of the scientific method?

Draw a conclusion!


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