Practice - Qualitative vs. Quantitative Observations

Practice - Qualitative vs. Quantitative Observations

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are qualitative observations?

Back

Qualitative observations are descriptions that use the senses to observe results, focusing on characteristics such as color, texture, and smell.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are quantitative observations?

Back

Quantitative observations involve measurements and numbers, providing a way to quantify characteristics such as length, mass, and temperature.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a qualitative observation.

Back

The sky is blue and the grass is green.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a quantitative observation.

Back

The tree is 15 feet tall.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main difference between qualitative and quantitative observations?

Back

Qualitative observations use senses to describe characteristics, while quantitative observations use numbers to measure and quantify those characteristics.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is a qualitative observation: 'The car is red' or 'The car is 2000 kg'?

Back

The car is red.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is a quantitative observation: 'The flower smells sweet' or 'The flower has 5 petals'?

Back

The flower has 5 petals.

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