Tools and scientific method

Conclusion

A summary based on evidence or facts

Hypothesis

An educated guess

Observation

Information obtained through the senses.

terrariums or aquariums

Models real life in a small setting that supports observation of habitats

beaker

a container with marks to measure liquids and can be plastic or glass (L, ml)

magnet

attracts objects that are magnetic or repels them if not magnetic (made of NIC = Nickel, Iron/Steel, or Cobalt)

Data

evidence; information gathered from observations

metric ruler

measures length using the metric system (mm, cm, m)

graduated cylinder

measures liquids (ml) meniscus is the point at which you observe the reading at eye level

Celsius thermometer

to measure temperature - metric system degrees Celsius

triple beam balance

used to find the mass of an object (g, Kg)

hot plate

used to heat matter slowly

timing devise or clock

used to keep track of time during an investigation or experiment (start/stop and elapsed)

calculator

used to make calculations during and after data collection

hand lens

used to make objects larger - magnify them for the purpose of observing them

spring scale

used to measure the pull of gravity on an object (N = Newtons is the unit of measurement)

safety goggles

used to protect your eyes during an investigation or experiment

gloves

used to protect your hands during an investigation or experiment

notebook

used to record information or observations as a permanent record to have for future use.