Exploring Science Process Skills

What is observing in science?

• Observing in science involves only theoretical analysis.

• Observing in science is only about using advanced technology.

• Observing in science is the same as making predictions.

• Observing in science is the act of systematically watching and recording phenomena to gather data.

Why is observing important in experiments?

• Observing is only necessary for qualitative experiments.

• Observing can lead to biased results and should be avoided.

• Observing is important in experiments because it enables data collection and analysis, leading to valid conclusions.

• Observing is irrelevant as experiments can be conducted without it.

Can you give an example of observing in nature?

• Watching a bird build a nest.

• Sketching a flower in a notebook.

• Measuring the height of a mountain.

• Counting the number of leaves on a tree.

What does predicting mean in science?

• Predicting in science means making educated guesses about future outcomes based on existing knowledge.

• Predicting means stating facts about past events.

• Predicting involves random chance without any knowledge.

• Predicting is only about guessing without any basis.

How do scientists use predictions?

• Scientists use predictions to guide research and validate theories.

• To make random guesses about future events.

• To ignore existing data and focus on assumptions.

• To create untestable hypotheses without evidence.

Can you make a prediction about the weather tomorrow?

• I cannot provide a specific weather prediction without current data.

• It will definitely rain tomorrow.

• Expect snow in the morning.

• The weather will be sunny and warm.

What is measuring in science?

• Estimating values based on assumptions.

• Measuring in science is the process of quantifying physical properties or phenomena.

• Comparing subjective opinions on properties.

• Describing phenomena without data.

What units can we use to measure length?

• seconds

• liters

• millimeters, centimeters, meters, kilometers, inches, feet, yards, miles

• grams

How many millimeters are in a centimeter?

• 15

• 10

• 100

• 5

What is the difference between a centimeter and a meter?

• A meter is 1/10th of a centimeter.

• A centimeter is equal to a meter.

• A centimeter is 1/100th of a meter.

• A centimeter is 10 times larger than a meter.