Science Tools

Why are Science Tools Important? Science tools help scientists like you observe and investigate science concepts. Talk to your partner about what you think might be some science tools.

Hand Lens and Magnifying Glass Magnifying glasses and hand lens help you see objects in more detail

Microscopes Microscopes allow you to see organisms in great detail by making things look bigger.

Balance Balances compare the measure of an objects mass to determine which one weighs more or less.

Triple Beam Balance A triple beam balance weighs the mass of objects. It can weigh small and large objects. This is kind of like the scale when you go to the doctor’s office.

Measuring Cups A measuring cup is a tool that is used to measure large volumes of a liquid.

Beaker Beakers are tools that measure liquids and can be used to heat liquids without cracking.

Graduated Cylinder Graduated cylinders are used to measure liquids by being more accurate because they are broken down into smaller dimensions.

Goggles Goggles protect your eyes from liquids and chemicals. It is important to wear goggles when there might be splashes or fast things coming at you.

Measuring Tape Measuring tape helps scientists measure size of objects or organisms and short distances.

Thermometer Thermometers are tools that show temperatures of a substance. Temperature can be measured using Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Never Eat Sour Watermelons. Compass A compass is a tool that is used to determine direction. (North, South, East, West) Never Eat Sour Watermelons.

A magnet is a tool that attracts iron.