Qualitative vs. Quantitative Observations

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What is a qualitative observation?

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A qualitative observation is a description that uses words to convey characteristics or qualities, rather than numbers.

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What is a quantitative observation?

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A quantitative observation is a measurement that uses numbers to describe a characteristic or quantity.

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Classify the observation: 100% relative humidity.

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Quantitative observation.

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What type of observation uses describing words?

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Qualitative observation.

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What type of observation uses numbers?

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Quantitative observation.

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What tool is best for making quantitative observations?

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A ruler.

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Classify the observation: The liquid's density was 1.25 g/ml.

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Quantitative observation.

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Classify the observation: The slime was soft and shiny.

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Qualitative observation.

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What is the main difference between qualitative and quantitative observations?

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Qualitative observations describe qualities, while quantitative observations measure quantities.

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Give an example of a qualitative observation.

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The flower is red and fragrant.