Science Vocabulary

A (a)   is a tool that is used to magnify, or make objects appear larger. This tool allows you to see small details that could not be seen with a hand lens.

Protective eye wear made of plastic or rubber material that is secured to the head to protect the eyes from injury.

• hand lens

• beaker

• safety goggles

• magnifying glass

Using what you know and have observed to make an educated guess, or possible solution to the problem.

• experiment

• scientific method

• results

• hypothesis

A curved form on the upper surface of a liquid inside a container.

• graduated cyclinder

• spring scale

• observe

• meniscus

A tool used to magnify, or make objects appear larger. Lenses help scientists see details better.

• spring scale

• hand lens

• meniscus

• conclusion

A tool that is used for measuring time.

• watch

• beeper

• stopwatch

• ruler

A tool that is used to measure length or distance.

• ruler

• graduated cylinder

• balance scale

• hypothesis

A glass container with a small spout for pouring. This tool can be used to measure the volume of liquids or used for mixing, stirring, and heating liquids.

• beaker

• graduated cylinder

• meniscus

• scientific method

A tool that is used to measure temperature or how hot or cold something is. Temperature is measured in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius is a (a)   .

A tool that is used to measure the amount of liquid, or volume, in a container.

• beaker

• balance scale

• graduated cylinder

• stopwatch