How Do Scientists Use Data? Launch How Do Scientists Use Data? Vocabulary and important details

Large image slide Vocabulary Data – Every piece of science observation Evidence – Using data to decide whether a hypothesis is or is not supported Data table – a type of chart for recording numbers Bar graph – used to compare different events or groups Chart – a display that organizes data into rows and columns Map – help to show the relationship between different objects or ideas Large image slide

Important details Describe various ways scientists record and display data in order to communicate results Communicate results with other groups and explain any differences Explain that data are evidence that can be used to explain a conclusion