Scientific Method
What is the second step in the scientific method?
Do background research
What defines "force"
Push/Pull
Define Matter
Anything that has weight, volume, and takes up space.
Define Properties
A word that describes an object.
Last day of class (exact date)
Thursday (July 30, 2026)
What is the difference between qualitative observations and quantitative observations?
Qualitative - Measures by qualities/traits
Quantitative - Measures by numbers
An airplane taking off is an example of what kind of Force? (day 1)
Push
Name three examples of matter
Examples:
- Desk
- Mr. Cruz
- Air
Examples of properties are....
(Name at least 3)
Color
Shape
Size
Texture (smooth, rough, soft)
Hard or Soft
Heavy or Light
How many days did we learning about Forces
2 Days
Making a prediction on what will stop a sandwich from becoming soggy is an example of which scientific method step?
Creating a hypothesis
What is the opposite force of air blowing out of a balloon?
Pull
What are three NON-examples of Matter?
Examples:
- Shadows
- Light
- Heat
If an object has these properties:
Clear
Smooth feel
Hard structure
Light weight
What could it be?
Water Bottle
What should every student have on them everyday?
A pencil
An dependant variable is....
A. Something that's always changing
B. Different brands of popcorn
C. Various plants that are all the same
D. None of the above
C. Various plants that are all the same
How would you define a balanced force?
- Equal Forces
- Stays still or keeps moving the same way.
In music class, John plays the piano and creates beautiful sounds of music.
Identify an example of matter and a non-example of matter from the scenario.
Example - Piano
Non-Example - Sound of Music
Who most likely uses properties like Scientists?
A. Kids
B. The Pope
C. Detectives
D. A Dog
C. Detectives
What school did Mr. Cruz teach at for the 2025/2026 school year?
Pine Bush High School
State the first three steps of the scientific method in order.
1. Ask a question
2. Do background research
3. Construct a hypothesis
A team is easily winning a match of Tug-Of-War. Which force is this and explain why.
Unbalanced BECAUSE one force is stronger.
Does smoke count as an example of matter? EXPLAIN.
YES - It has volume, weight, and takes up space.
Use at least 4 properties to describe a desk in our classroom.
Brown/Navy Blue
Various shapes (Chairs/Table)
Fairly big
Smooth
Hard
Heavy
What are three things that are not permitted (to do) in the classroom
Examples:
- Horseplay
- Heads Down
- Talking over adults