Observations M. Poarch-2003 http://science-class.net

M. Poarch-2003 http://science-class.net Making observations One of the most important skills in science is OBSERVATION. What senses can we use to observe the world around us? Sight, smell, touch, taste, hearing

Two Types of Observation M. Poarch-2003 http://science-class.net Two Types of Observation FACTS are those things that are true for everybody. OPINIONS are beliefs based on personal preference. A scientist looks seriously and attempts to avoid all sources of bias in making observations.

M. Poarch-2003 http://science-class.net Observation #1 With your eyes closed!! Use your sense of TOUCH to observe the object I put in your hand. Write 2 sentences describing what you observed.

Observation #2 Use your sense of HEARING as you unwrap the object. M. Poarch-2003 http://science-class.net Observation #2 Use your sense of HEARING as you unwrap the object. Write 2 sentences describing what you observed.

Observation #3 Using your sense of SIGHT, observe the object. M. Poarch-2003 http://science-class.net Observation #3 Using your sense of SIGHT, observe the object. Write 2 sentences to describe what you observed.

Observation #4 Using your sense of SMELL to observe the object M. Poarch-2003 http://science-class.net Observation #4 Using your sense of SMELL to observe the object Write 2 sentences describing what you observed.

M. Poarch-2003 http://science-class.net Observation #5 Using your sense of TASTE to observe, place the object in your mouth now. Write 2 sentences to describing what you observe.

Fact vs. Opinion Chart: Please copy this into your journal. M. Poarch-2003 http://science-class.net Fact vs. Opinion Chart: Please copy this into your journal. Sense Fact Observations Opinion Observations Touch Hearing Sight Smell Taste