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STEM Unit 1
6th and 7th grade STEM
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Mass | Amount of matter in an object. |
| Volume | Amount of space occupied by an object |
| Length | A measure of the straight-line distance between two points. |
| Milliliters | Metric unit of measurement that measures volume. |
| Centimeters | A metric unit of length that is 1/100 of a meter |
| Grams | Basic unit for mass |
| Hypothesis | A possible answer to a scientific question or explanation for a set of observations. |
| Investigation | A careful search or examination to uncover facts. |
| Graph | A visual aid used to show statistical trends and patterns |
| Analyze | Interpret data to reach conclusions |
| Graduated Cylinder | Used to measure the volumes of liquids and small solids |
| Thermometer | An instrument used to measure temperature |
| Triple Beam Balance | An instrument that uses a set of three sliding riders to balance an unknown weight on the pan. |
| Observation | A direct method of gathering information in an orderly way. |