Conceptual vs. Physical Model
Ask__________
Questions
Black Box
The nickname for any system that is not easily understood
Model
Explains how something works or looks.
What is our last day of school this year? (Month and day)
June 4th
Blueprint to a house
Conceptual
I___________
Investigate
PHEOC
Scientific method; Problem, Hypothesis, Experiment, Observation, Conclusion.
Conceptual Model
This model exists in a person’s mind or on paper. A written description or picture.
What is the shortest day of the year?
December 21st
A globe
Physical Model
Use______
use tools
Collaborate
Work together with others
Physical Model
A model that is something you build. You can touch it.
How many sisters does Mr. H have?
2
A Drawing of The Water Cycle
Conceptual Model
Keep__________
Develop ______________
keep records, develop explanations
Classifying
Scientists put things into groups based on similarities to understand things better.
Consensus
Come to an agreement
What is the largest ocean in the world?
Pacific Ocean
a Food Web
Conceptual
What is the Science Inquiry Process? (Write what each step is)
Ask questions, investigate, use tools, keep records, develop explanations, share ideas.
What is a system?
Parts that work together or shares the same space in a meaningful way. They can be huge or tiny.
What is a scientist? Think about the drawing activity we did at the beginning of the year.
- it can be a man or woman
- Studies the different things, not just in a lab.
- Tend to use a process to finding a solution
When is Mr. H's birthday?
May 12th