Scientific Observation Worksheet
A worksheet for 5th graders to practice scientific observation skills, including qualitative and quantitative observations.
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Scientific Observation Practice
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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer. Remember to use your observation skills!
1. Which of the following is an example of a qualitative observation?
The plant is 10 cm tall.
The liquid has a sweet smell.
There are 5 apples in the basket.
The rock weighs 2 pounds.
2. What tool would you use to make a quantitative observation about the length of a pencil?
Magnifying glass
Ruler
Thermometer
Balance scale
1. A observation describes something using words, like color or texture.
2. A observation uses numbers or measurements.
3. Scientists use their five senses to make .
1. Observe the magnifying glass below. List two qualitative observations and two quantitative observations you can make about it.
Qualitative Observations:
Quantitative Observations:
1. An inference is the same as an observation.
True
False
2. You can use a balance scale to make a quantitative observation.
True
False
Match the type of observation with its description.
1. Qualitative
a. Uses numbers and measurements
2. Quantitative
b. Describes qualities using words
Imagine you are observing a new type of flower. Describe three different observations you would make, specifying whether each is qualitative or quantitative.