Data Collection and Reporting Flashcards
(18 cards)
What is the next step after collecting experimental data?
Organize, analyze, and report your data.
Why is organizing your data important?
It helps tell a clear story and makes the results easier to understand.
What is a good format to use for organizing data?
A table with labeled columns and units.
How should multiple trials be presented in a table?
Group similar data in rows or columns for easy comparison.
Why is neatness important in data organization?
It avoids confusion and helps ensure accuracy.
What is a simple analysis you can do with your data?
Find the average (mean) of each group.
What do scientists use statistical tests for?
To determine if data differences are real or due to chance.
What is a bar chart best used for?
Comparing values between different groups.
When should you use a line graph?
When tracking changes over time.
What does a histogram show?
The distribution of data.
What is a pie chart used for?
Showing percentages or parts of a whole.
When is an infographic useful?
For presentations and creative displays of results.
What should always be included on a graph?
Labeled axes, units, and a clear title.
What should you describe when reporting your data?
The table or graph and what it shows.
What should you identify in your results?
Patterns or trends.
What does interpreting your results involve?
Explaining what your findings might mean.
Why is clear data presentation important?
It helps others understand and trust your results.
What does good science involve besides experimenting?
Observing, organizing, and communicating.
