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Tools
Science Safety
Vocabulary
Science vs. Engineering
Drawing Conclusions
100
What is a tool?
What is an object or device used to perform a task.
100
The first thing you should do before you begin a science activity
What is read the directions carefully
100
Organized ways to answer questions and solve problems
What is the scientific method
100
What is science?
Science is the use of knowledge to explain the natural world.
100
Why is it important to have reliable data?
So the conclusions the scientists draw from the data are useful.
200
A tool that measures the length or distance of an object.
What is a metric ruler
200
Why is it important to handle sharp items carefully?
Sharp items can injure you
200
A possible answer to your question.
What is a hypothesis
200
What is engineering?
Engineering is the application of knowledge to build products and systems.
200
Two types of graphs that can organize data
What are bar graph and line graph
300
A tool used to measure the mass of an object
What is a balance
300
Why should you wash your hands well when you finish a science activity?
Washing hands prevents passing along any chemicals or other materials to other people and objects
300
A set of step-by-step instructions for how to perform a test.
What is a procedure
300
How do scientists achieve their goals?
What is the scientific method
300
Which of the following is an inference? The dog wagged its tail. The dog wants a treat.
The dog wants a treat.
400
A tool used to measure the volume of an object (irregular)
What is a graduated cylinder
400
Why should people with long hair tie it back when they do a science experiment?
Long hair could get in your eyes and prevent you from seeing properly. It could also touch the science materials you are working with.
400
A conclusion drawn from data and observations
What is an inference
400
How do engineers achieve their goals?
What is the engineering design process
400
Why do scientists compare results?
To help them think of new questions or better ways to perform a test
500
The purpose of a hand lens is...
To make objects appear larger so you can see more detail than you could with just your eyes
500
How do safety goggles and gloves protect you
Safety goggles protect your eyes if liquids splash. Gloves protect your hands from spills or sharp objects.
500
The process of asking questions and searching for answers
What is inquiry
500
Name a goal of an engineer
1. Produce products that fulfill needs. 2. Produce products that solve problems.
500
Why do scientists repeat experiments?
When an experiment is repeated, the results are more reliable.