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Beginning of year science vocaabulary

TermDefinition
Bunsen Burner uses a flame to heat objects
Notebook used to record data
Hot Plate uses electricity to heat objects
Test tube glass tube used to hold liquids
Graduated Cylinder used to measure the exact amount and volume of liquids
Meter Stick used to measure length
Stopwatch used to measure time
Eyedropper allows you to add a small amount of liquid one drop at a time
Beaker container used to hold and measure liquids
Flask used to hold or measure liquids or powders ( skinny neck)
Spring Scale measures the weight of an object (affected by gravity)
Balance Scale measures the mass of object (NOT afftect by gravity)
Gloves used to protect hands
Goggles used to protect eyes
Funnel makes pouring easier
Lab Apron or Coat used to protect clothing
Strainer or Sieve separates bigger materials from smaller ones
Waft fan the air to get the scent of the smell
Dispose to throw away or get rid of something
Prevent to keep something from happening
Thermometer used to measure temperature. How hot or cold something is in Celsius.
Procedure steps followed during an experiment
Variable The part of an experiment that either changes or is controlled.
Scientific Method problem, hypothesis, materials, procedure,observation and conclusion
Observation noticing something about the world around you
Inference Using clues to find the answer
Classify to put into groups
Investigation the scientific process used to answer questions by collecting data; you change one variable and everything stays the same.
Hypothesis an educated guess that is backed by reasonable information
Data information found during an investigation that is recorded and organized
Conclusion The end of the investigation where you determine if your hypothesis was correct.
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