click below
click below
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Sci.Inv&LabSafetyJB
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Hypothesis | Possible explanation/answer for a scientific question |
| Variables | All the factors that can change in an experiment |
| Controlled Experiment | An experiment in which only one variable is changed at a time |
| Balance | A tool used to measure objects |
| Graduated Cylinder | A beaker used to measure volume |
| Microscope | A tool used to measure weight and force |
| Thermometer | A tool used to measure temperature |
| Test Tube | Cylinder tube that is open on one side and closed at the other |
| Manipulated (Independant) Variable | Variable that is purposely changed to test a hypothesis |
| Responding (Dependent) Variable | Variable that may change in response to the manipulated variables |
| Constants | Controlled variables (all the other variables) |
| Percentage | Amount |
| X-Axis | Horizontal Axis; Dependent Variable |
| Always wear | Close toed shoes |
| (If Possible) Wear clothes made of | Cotton |
| If chemicals get into your eyes flush for at least | 15 minutes |
| Do not use glassware if it is | cracked or chipped |
| Always pour an | acid into water, not vise-versa |
| Never use electrical equipment with | damaged cords |
| Always point beaker | away from you |
| Do not | eat, drink, or gum in the lab |
| Never taste | chemicals |
| Always read | labels and instructions |
| Do not inhale | fumes |
| During field expirements never | wander off alone |