Types of Science
Vocabulary Words
Tools Scientists Use
Science Safety
The Scientific Method
100
How many types of sciences will we be learning about this year?
3
100
What is "science"?
Science: the study of the natural world through observations and experiments.
100
Name one tool scientists use for safety.
Answers may vary.
Examples: Goggles, masks, gloves, etc.
100
Safe or unsafe:
Anna smelled and tasted one of the materials in the science lab.
Unsafe! :(
100
How many steps are in the scientific method?
6
200
Which science is the study of all physical things including matter, energy, atoms and molecules?
Physical Science
200
What does it mean to "observe"?
Observe: to see, or to watch closely.
200
Name one tool scientists use to observe.
Answers may vary.
Examples: Hand lens, microscope, telescope, etc.
200
Safe or unsafe:
Ben washed his hands after the experiment.
Safe! :)
200
What is the first step of the scientific method?
Ask a question!
300
Which science is the study of Earth and its surrounding space including rocks, weather, oceans and planets?
Earth (& Space) Science
300
What is a "hypothesis"?
Hypothesis: an idea or theory that is based on some evidence but has not yet been proven; an educated guess.
300
Name one tool scientists use to measure.
Answers may vary.
Examples: Ruler, tape measure, balance scale, etc.
300
Fill in the blank:
Always wear safety __________ and gloves.
Goggles
300
What are the second and third steps of the scientific method?
Step 2: Make an observation
Step 3: Form a hypothesis
400
Which science is the study of living things including plants, animals, humans and microscopic organisms?
Life Science
400
What is an "experiment"?
Experiment: a test or procedure done for the purpose of learning or proving something.
400
Name this tool:
Thermometer!
400
Fill in the blank:
Keep your work area __________.
Clean!
400
What are the fourth and fifth steps of the scientific method?
Step 4: Conduct an experiment
Step 5: Analyze the data
500
What are the 3 main categories of science?
1) Physical Science
2) Earth & Space Science
3) Life Science
500
What is a "conclusion"?
Conclusion: a judgment that you form after considering all the evidence.
500
What is an anemometer used to measure?
An anemometer is used to measure wind speed!
500
Fill in the blank:
In class, you must read and listen to all __________ before you start.
Directions
500
What is the last step of the scientific method?
Draw a conclusion!
