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Qualitative vs Quantitative Observations (8-31-22)

Quiz by Melissa Law

Grade 6-8
Science
Next Generation Science Standards

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6 questions
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  • Q1

    What is a qualitative observation? 

    what is kept the same in an experiment 

    a guess you make using observations

    describing qualities/characteristics (words) 

    numbers with labels 

    30s
  • Q2

    What is a quantitative observation? 

    what is kept the same in an experiment 

    a guess you make using observations

    numbers with labels 

    describing qualities/characteristics (words) 

    30s
  • Q3

    Is this an example of Qual or Quant Observation: 

    The liquid turned purple & began to bubble. 

    quantatitve observation 

    qualitative observation 

    30s
  • Q4

    Is this an example of a Qual or Quant observation:

    The thermometer read 34 degrees Celsius. 

    quantitative observation 

    qualitative observation 

    30s
  • Q5

    Is this an example of a Qual or Quant observation:

    At the end of the experiment, the mass was thirteen grams. 

    qualitative observation 

    quantitative observation 

    30s
  • Q6

    Is this an example of Quant or Qual observation?

    Small crackling noises occurred when the mixtures combined.  

    quantitative observation 

    qualitative observation 

    30s

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