Scientific Method
What is the first step of the scientific method?
Ask a question / Make an observation
What step comes after "Ask"?
Imagine
What should you always wear to protect your eyes in the lab?
Safety goggles
A pulling force is called ______.
Tension
In CER, what does the "C" stand for?
Claim
What do we call a testable prediction?
Hypothesis
What is a prototype?
A model used to test an idea
True or False: Eating and drinking are allowed in science labs.
False
A pushing force is called ______.
Compression
In CER, what does the "E" stand for?
Evidence
Data collected during an experiment must be ______.
Measurable/Observable
What are constraints in engineering?
Rules or limits like time, cost, or materials
What should you do if you spill something?
Tell the teacher immediately
What happens if forces on a structure are not balanced?
The structure can bend, break, or collapse
DAILY DOUBLE
What is the role of reasoning in CER?
Explains how evidence supports the claim using science
What should scientists do if their experiment fails?
Learn from failure and improve
What is the purpose of the “Improve” step?
Make the design better based on test results
Why should you wash your hands after every lab?
To remove chemicals or substances that could be harmful
Why do engineers study failures in structures?
To learn from mistakes and improve future designs)
Why is clear communication important in science and engineering?
To share results and ideas so others can understand and build on them
What makes a scientific question scientific?
It must be testable, observable, and measurable
DAILY DOUBLE
Name all steps of the EDP.
Ask, Imagine, Plan & Create (Prototype), Test, Improve, Communicate
Where should you look to find emergency equipment like fire extinguishers and eyewash stations?
When you first walk into the room there is a fire blanket, eye wash station next to computer (in front of room).
What bridge is made of strong triangular shapes?
a Truss bridge
What are 3 ways a scientist may communicate their ideas/findings?
Articles, presentations, TED talks, conferences, posters, documentaries/videos, etc.