Categories of Categories

The video tutorial explores the concept of categorizing by sorting objects based on shared characteristics. It begins with buttons, categorizing them by size, color, and transparency. The tutorial then shifts to natural items, categorizing leaves by color and shape, and rocks by texture, size, and shape. The process of categorizing is presented as a scientific method to make observations and study samples.

What characteristics can be used to categorize rocks?

Can you think of other ways to categorize objects in nature?

Why is categorizing considered a good first step in studying samples?