Scientific Method
Measurements
Safety
Tools
Challenge
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What is the first step of the Scientific Method?
Ask a testable question
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What is the unit for length?
mm, cm, or m
100
True or False: It is a good idea to eat in the science lab?
False
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What tool would you use to look closer at an insect?
Hand Lens
100
What is a rule for asking a testable question?
It has to be specific, measurable, observed, and can be investigated.
200
What is a hypothesis?
An educated guess
200
What is the unit for weight?
pounds or ounces
200
Name one science lab rule
1. Always read directions 2. Listen to teacher directions 3. Always wear safety materials
200
What tool would you use to move small amounts of liquid from one container to another?
Pipette
200
Give the correct order of the Scientific Method
Question, Hypothesis, Research, Experiment, Analyze Data, Conclusion, Share Results
300
After an experiment is finished, the next step would be to do what?
Organize and Analyze all your data
300
Grams is the unit used from what measurement?
Mass
300
What are the two main safety materials you'll use in the science lab?
Goggles and Gloves
300
What tool would you use to observe bacteria and other tiny living things?
Microscope
300
Why is it important to conduct a scientific experiment more than one time?
To be sure your results are reliable and consistent
400
Why do scientists do an investigation?
To test a hypothesis
400
What unit is used when we are measuring volume in a graduated cylinder?
mL
400
Bart accidentally knocked the glass beaker on the floor and picked up the pieces with his hands.
Tell his teacher immediately
400
What tool would you use to measure the height of a plant?
A ruler
400
What is the difference between a question and a hypothesis?
A questions comes from an interesting observation and a hypothesis is an educated guess to the answer of the question.
500
True or False: It is important for scientists to keep accurate records of their experiments so the experiments can be repeated.
TRUE
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What unit is used for temperature?
degree Celius
500
What is the first thing you should do before beginning an experiment?
Read the directions Listen to all teacher directions
500
What tool is used to measure mass?
Balance
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Why is it important to record all of your data?
It is your experimental data, so you can use it in the future to compare your findings, to analyze and draw conclusions.
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