Process Skills Review sheet

#1 Observation Qualitative Quantitative

Thermometer – Triple beam balance – Stopwatch – #2 Measurement Tools Temperature - oC Triple beam balance – Mass – Grams (g) Stopwatch – Time - seconds

#3 Measurement Tools Graduated cylinder or beaker – Volume – Liters (ml) Ruler or meter stick- Length – Meters (mm, cm, m) Spring scale – Weight or Force – Newtons (N)

#4 an explanation of an observation. There may be more than one, you need more investigation. Independent / manipulated Dependent / responding

IV Time under lamp (min.) #5 Data table IV Time under lamp (min.) DV Temp. of water (oC)

#6 Qualitative observations to represent and compare data Quantitative data is collected over time, shows how data changes over time, connect dots

#7 DRY MIX

Look for patterns or trends Valid conclusion #8 Name both variables Look for patterns or trends Valid conclusion

State the relationship between the IV and DV #9 State the relationship between the IV and DV State whether the data supports the hypothesis or not

The numbers should be in evenly spaced intervals #10 The numbers should be in evenly spaced intervals The axis should be labeled to identify what the numbers are (ex. Grams, #of people, etc)

Always begin with the first choice #11 Dichotomous key Always begin with the first choice Keep following choices until you find the identity Once identified you will know physical characteristics

#12 Technological Design #1 Identify a problem or need Gather information on what is already known about the problem

#13 Technological Design #2 Design a solution or product Generate ideas on possibilities Decide what factors will limit the design (materials/money) Decide what must be given up to create your idea

#14 Technological Design #3 Implementing the design Build and test the product Identify problems with the product Redesign if needed to eliminate problems

#15 Technological Design #4 Evaluate the solution or product Determine if it solved the problem Identify pros and cons of the product

#16 Scientific method Identify a testable question (one variable) Research information State the hypothesis – a prediction to the outcome

#17 Scientific method Design an experiment Plan for IV, DV, CV (things kept the same) List materials List procedure Plan to record data Conduct experiment, record data, graph Analyze to figure out what data means Compare results to hypothesis Communicate results with others

#18 Safety Wear goggles when needed Teacher cleans up glass Do not put things in your mouth Follow directions Clean up and wash hands when done