2.1 Making Observations Flashcards
1
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Observation
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Involves using the senses to gather information about the natural world
- used by scientists as tools to make representations and interpretations about surroundings
- two types
2
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Quantitative Observations
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Involve measurements or estimates that yield meaningful, numerical results
3
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Qualitative Observations
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Involve descriptive, nonnumerical results
