Collecting Data
What are the 2 types of data we collect? Hint: Both start with Q
Quantitative and Qualitiative
What lab tool(s) measure length?
Ruler or Meter Stick
A measure of average kinetic energy.
Temperature
What is a claim?
A statement that something is true. The answer to a question.
In making a measurement, it must include what?
A number and a unit
What lab tool measures mass?
Triple Beam Balance
Distance between two points.
Length
What is evidence?
Information or facts used to support the claim.
What do scientists do with their data after they collect it?
Analyze and graph it!
What lab tool is used to measure time?
Stopwatch
How much space occupied by an object.
Volume
What is reasoning?
The explanation that connects the evidence to the claim?
Is the following statement an example of qualitative or quantitative measurements? The copper chloride solution is blue.
Qualitative
What lab tool is used to measure temperature?
Thermometer
The interval between two events.
Time
Why is it important to have solid, credible evidencce?
It enhances the argument and persuades the reader.
Is the following statement an example of qualitative or quantitative measurements? Jasmine measured the length of the desk to be 24.5 cm.
Quantitative
This lab tool is used to measure volume
Graduated cylinder
The amount of matter in an object
Mass
What type of information is considered data?
Measurements collected, Numbers (statistics), surveys, polls, direct quotes