Savvas Ch.1 Science Vocab 3rd Grade

tool

• object used to do work

• a type of software

• a kind of material

• a method of communication

bar graph

• a graph that helps you compare data and see patterns

• a type of chart that displays data in a circular format

• a visual representation of data using lines

• a method for organizing data in a table format

inquiry

• a plan for testing a hypothesis

• a type of scientific experiment

• a method of data collection

• a conclusion drawn from observations

chart

• a kind of list

• a type of graph

• a musical score

• a recipe

procedure

• the process of asking questions

• a set of instructions for completing a task

• a method of conducting experiments

• a formal way of presenting information

unit of measure

• A standard for comparison

• A quantity you use to measure

• A method of calculation

• A type of measurement tool

model

• a copy of something

• a type of fabric

• a mathematical equation

• a style of painting

Investigate

• to look for answers

• to ignore the problem

• to create a solution

• to analyze data

infer

• a person who asks questions about the natural world

• a person who draws conclusions based on evidence

• a person who observes and records data

• a person who conducts experiments in a lab