Science Practices and Tools

Which scientific tool is used to measure length or distance?

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Which scientific tool is used to measure liquids or ingredients for cooking?

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Which scientific tool is used to make small objects appear larger?

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Which scientific tool is used to measure temperature?

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Will only had enough money to buy 2 pounds of bananas at the grocery store. What tool should he use to make sure he gets exactly 2 pounds?

• Thermometer

• Ruler

• Scale

• Measuring cup

Oliver found a small black dot on his new sweater. What tool should he use to determine what the dot actually is?

• Scale

• Ruler

• Microscope

• Thermometer

Adam needed to mix exactly 2 tablespoons of food coloring with 2 quarts of water. What tool should he use to measure the amounts?

• Measuring cup

• Scale

• Ruler

• Telescope

Maria, while performing an experiment, had to make sure her wires were between 1 and 2 inches. What tool did she use to determine the length?

• Telescope

• Microscope

• Thermometer

• Ruler

Paige earned $1 dollar for every 3 pounds of cans she recycled. What tool should she use to make sure she recycles at least 3 pounds?

• Scale

• Telescope

• Microscope

• Thermometer

Mike wanted to check the water temperature of a hot tub. What tool should he use to see the water temperature?

• Ruler

• Scale

• Measuring cup

• Thermometer