Scientific Method
What is the first step in the scientific method?
Observation---Ask a question
What does a graduated cylinder measure? (Solids, liquids, or gas)
Liquids.
Used for mixing, holding, and heating liquids. It can also be used to transfer liquids from one container to another.
This is NOT used for ACCURATE measurement
beaker or graduated cylinder
BEAKER
What should you do if there is an accident?
Immediately tell your teacher.
Search on the internet..investigate by reading book and articles from the library. Which step is this?
Background research
What is the function of goggles?
To protect your eyes during an experiment
Used in the laboratory for holding/storing test tubes.
test tube rack
Why is horseplay NOT allowed?
It can cause accidents or injuries
A test or procedure used to prove or disprove a hypothesis. What part of the scientific method is this?
EXPERIMENT
What is a triple beam balance used for?
To measure the mass of an object.
Used to transport a small amount of a liquid
graduated cylinder or dropper
dropper
Girls should tie thei hair when working in the lab?
YES OR NO?
YES!!! To avoid accidents
Your prediction. The sentence can start like this: If I water the plants, then the plants will grow. or I think water has an effect on plant growth
HYPOTHESIS
What does a thermometer measure?
The temperature of a substance.
used to clean test tubes
Test tube brush
Where should you report safety issues?
To your teacher
or to your classmates?
To your teacher
When I share my results of my experiment with my classmates and the Science Fair. What step is this?
- Conclusion or
- Communicate results
.Communicate results
What is a microscope used for?
To look at very small things. Things that are too small for our eyes.
An instrument for measuring and indicating temperatur
thermometer
What is the importance of knowing safety equipment locations?
To be prepared for an energency or
To play around
To be prepared in case of an emergency