Observations: Quantitative vs Qualitative

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What is an observation?

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An observation is the act of using your five senses to gather information about the world around you.

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What is the difference between quantitative and qualitative observations?

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Quantitative observations use numbers and measurements, while qualitative observations use descriptive language based on the senses.

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What type of observation is 'The temperature of the room is decreasing by 4 degrees Celsius'?

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Quantitative observation.

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What type of observation is 'The liquid is a pink color'?

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Qualitative observation.

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What instruments are used for quantitative observations?

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Instruments such as rulers, balances, and thermometers are used for quantitative observations.

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Give an example of a qualitative observation.

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An example of a qualitative observation is saying 'The sky is blue'.

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Give an example of a quantitative observation.

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An example of a quantitative observation is stating 'There are 20 students in the classroom'.

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What does qualitative mean?

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Qualitative refers to observations that describe qualities or characteristics, often using the senses.

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What does quantitative mean?

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Quantitative refers to observations that involve numbers and measurements.

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Why are quantitative observations important in science?

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Quantitative observations are important because they provide precise and measurable data that can be analyzed statistically.