Design Process
What comes first in the Engineering Design Process?
ASK.
What is one tool a scientist uses?
A thermometer.
What is one safety rule in science?
Always wear safety goggles.
Who is a person that designs and builds?
An engineer.
What is the last step in the Engineering Design Process?
IMPROVE.
Name two tools scientists use.
A microscope and a balance.
Why is it important to follow safety rules?
To prevent accidents and injuries.
What does an engineer do?
They solve problems and design solutions.
What step involves testing your design?
TEST
What is a microscope used for?
To magnify small objects so they can be seen clearly.
What should you wear to protect your eyes?
Safety goggles.
What is a prototype?
A working model of a design.
Describe what happens during the "IMPROVE" step.
You learn from mistakes and make changes to your design.
What tool would you use to measure liquid volume?
A graduated cylinder.
How should you handle glassware?
Carefully, to avoid breaking it.
Why do engineers work in teams?
To combine knowledge and skills for better solutions.
What do you do during the "ASK" step?
Identify the problem you are trying to solve.
Describe how a thermometer works.
It measures temperature by using liquid that expands or contracts with heat.
Name a safety equipment used in labs.
Fire extinguisher.
Describe a challenge engineers face.
design limitations.