How Do Scientists Use Tools? Vocabulary and important details

Microscope – magnifies objects that are too tiny to be seen with the eye alone Graduated cylinder – used to measure the volume of a liquid Temperature – how hot or cold something is Volume – how much space something takes up Pan balance – a tool used to measure mass Celsius – temperature scale used by scientists Forceps – a tool used to pick up tiny objects Vocabulary

Important details Describe tools that are used to enhance the ability to make observations List possible reasons for differences in measurements between groups Record observations accurately and in appropriate ways