Scientific Method
Observations
Variables
Tools
Metric Conversions
100
A series of steps used to investigate natural occurrences or the accuracy of claims.
Scientific Method
Scientific Process
100
There are two types of observations.
Quantitative & Qualitative
100
The variable that is measured in an experiment.
Dependent Variable (DV)
100
This tool allows us to find the amount of matter in an object is measured with the unit grams.
Trible Beam Balance (TBB)
100
1 cm= ___mm
10 mm
200
How do I write a good hypothesis? (3 words)
Hypothesis
If/Then/Because
200
An observation that deals with a number and a label.
Example: The substance has a mass of 1.2g.
Quantitative
200
The variable that is changed for a desired outcome in an experiment.
Independent Variable (IV)
200
This tool allows us to find the volume of a liquid measured in unit liters.
Graduated Cylinder
200
7 L = ___cL
700 cL
300
Observations that were made and recorded in an experiment. Now we have to review the data. What do my graphs need?
Title @ top, X and Y axis labels, Neat and color, Even increments, Accurate Data, Correct Graph
300
An observation that deals with the color of an object.
Qualitative
300
How many IV's and DV's can there be in a good experiement?
one
300
This tool allows use to find the distance (length) between 2 points using the unit meters.
ruler
meter stick
300
Which unit would be most appropriate for measuring the length of a classroom?
Meters
400
What do I need in my conclusion?
REM- Refer to the hypothesis, Evidence, Mistakes made and Modifications
400
12 m
24 Hr
34.5 degree celsius
48 cm3
Quantitative
400
If students study with music playing in the background for their test, then they will have higher test scores because music has been proven to increase focus and recall of information.
What is the IV?
students study with music playing in the background for their test
400
This tool measures based on how fast particles are moving.
Thermometer
400
Which unit would be most appropriate for measuring the volume of a bathtub?
Liters
500
What are the steps of the scientific method? ORDER MATTERS
problem/question>research>hypothesis>experiment>Data/results>Conclusion
500
These are used to make observations
5 senses
sight, sound, taste, touch, smell
500
If students study with music playing in the background for their test, then they will have higher test scores because music has been proven to increase focus and recall of information.
What is the DV?
they will have higher test scores
500
Which student will get an accurate measurement with the graduated cylinder using the meniscus.
3
500
6 DL = ___mL
60000 mL