Essential Scientific Vocabulary: Tools, Concepts, and Safety Equipment Explained
This resource provides a comprehensive overview of essential scientific vocabulary related to measurement tools, experimental concepts, and safety equipment used in science. Key terms include mass, volume, independent and dependent variables, and different types of graphs. It also covers the scientific method, hypothesis formation, and safety practices such as the usage of goggles, fire extinguishers, and eye wash stations. Enhance your understanding of science with this essential vocabulary guide to improve your skills and knowledge in scientific experimentation.
Essential Scientific Vocabulary: Tools, Concepts, and Safety Equipment Explained
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Basic Science Skills Vocabulary Review
Tool used to measure mass Balance
A statement that always appears to be true, but does NOT offer an explanation as to why Law
A broad statement that explains why something is thought to be true Theory
Part of a hypothesis that is being tested in an experiment Independent Variable
Possible solution to a problem Hypothesis
Tool used to show change over time Line Graph
Group in an experiment that is being tested Experimental Group
Curvature of liquid created in a graduated cylinder Meniscus
Tool used to show parts of a whole Circle Graph
Safety equipment used to flush irritants from the eye Eye Wash
Safety equipment used to smother a fire on your body Fire Blanket
Safety equipment that is sprayed to smother a fire in the classroom Fire Extinguisher
Factual information gathered by using one’s senses Observation
Tool used to accurately measure the volume of a liquid Graduated Cylinder
Descriptive data Qualitative
Used to test a hypothesis Experiment
Safety equipment used to rinse harmful chemicals off of your body Safety Shower
Tool used for reactions and to hold small amounts of liquid Test Tube
Numerical data Quantitative
Part of a hypothesis that is being recorded during an experiment Dependent Variable
The vertical axis on a graph Y-axis
Parts of an experiment that remain unchanged or constant Controls
Group in an experiment used for comparison that does not get tested Control Group
A step by step process used to solve a problem Scientific Method