1. Observations
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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

3. Two Types of Observation
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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.

4. 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.

5. Observation #2 Use your sense of HEARING as you unwrap the object.
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Observation #2
Use your sense of HEARING as you unwrap the object.
Write 2 sentences describing what you observed.

6. Observation #3 Using your sense of SIGHT, observe the object.
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Observation #3
Using your sense of SIGHT, observe the object.
Write 2 sentences to describe what you observed.

7. Observation #4 Using your sense of SMELL to observe the object
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Observation #4
Using your sense of SMELL to observe the object
Write 2 sentences describing what you observed.

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Observation #5
Using your sense of TASTE to observe, place the object in your mouth now.
Write 2 sentences to describing what you observe.

9. Fact vs. Opinion Chart: Please copy this into your journal.
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Fact vs. Opinion Chart: Please copy this into your journal.
Sense
Fact Observations
Opinion Observations
Touch
Hearing
Sight
Smell
Taste