Difference between revisions of "Observe"
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To '''observe''' is to watch and listen to something very carefully. | To '''observe''' is to watch and listen to something very carefully. | ||
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: A [[scientist]] watched an [[insect]] very carefully and saw it had 6 [[Leg|legs]]. | : A [[scientist]] watched an [[insect]] very carefully and saw it had 6 [[Leg|legs]]. | ||
: A [[scientist]] listened to the [[sound]] that a [[cat]] makes. | : A [[scientist]] listened to the [[sound]] that a [[cat]] makes. | ||
: A [[scientist]] looked at lots of [[Flower|flowers]] and wrote down the different [[Colour|colours]]. | : A [[scientist]] looked at lots of [[Flower|flowers]] and wrote down the different [[Colour|colours]]. | ||
| − | ==Used in a Sentence== | + | ===Used in a Sentence=== |
: A [[scientist]] wants to observe how long it takes for an [[apple]] to [[rot]]. | : A [[scientist]] wants to observe how long it takes for an [[apple]] to [[rot]]. | ||
: A [[scientist]] observed that [[The Moon]] is not always in the [[sky]] at [[night]]. | : A [[scientist]] observed that [[The Moon]] is not always in the [[sky]] at [[night]]. | ||
: A [[scientist]] made an observation of the colour of different [[Leaf|leaves]]. | : A [[scientist]] made an observation of the colour of different [[Leaf|leaves]]. | ||
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To '''observe''' is to use our senses to study something very carefully or use a tool to measure something. We might [[Sight|watch]] and [[Hearing|listen]] and if it is safe then we might [[smell]] or even [[touch]] it to observe something. We might also use a ruler to measure the length of something or a timer to measure how long it takes for something to happen. | To '''observe''' is to use our senses to study something very carefully or use a tool to measure something. We might [[Sight|watch]] and [[Hearing|listen]] and if it is safe then we might [[smell]] or even [[touch]] it to observe something. We might also use a ruler to measure the length of something or a timer to measure how long it takes for something to happen. | ||
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: A scientist uses a [[Stopwatch|timer]] to see how long it takes for a kettle to boil. | : A scientist uses a [[Stopwatch|timer]] to see how long it takes for a kettle to boil. | ||
: A scientist took one picture of a plant every day to see how it grows. | : A scientist took one picture of a plant every day to see how it grows. | ||
: A scientist touched a window, a brick and some carpet to find out which one had the roughest texture. | : A scientist touched a window, a brick and some carpet to find out which one had the roughest texture. | ||
| − | ==Used in a Sentence== | + | ===Used in a Sentence=== |
: A scientist wanted to observe how long it takes a kettle to boil. | : A scientist wanted to observe how long it takes a kettle to boil. | ||
: A scientist observed the growth of a plant by taking a picture every day. | : A scientist observed the growth of a plant by taking a picture every day. | ||
: A scientist wrote down observations of the texture of different surfaces. | : A scientist wrote down observations of the texture of different surfaces. | ||
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To '''observe''' is to collect information during an experiment using our [[Sense|senses]] and [[Measure|measuring tools]] and record that information. | To '''observe''' is to collect information during an experiment using our [[Sense|senses]] and [[Measure|measuring tools]] and record that information. | ||
| − | =Key Stage 4= | + | ==Key Stage 4== |
To '''observe''' is to collect and record information during an [[Experiment|experiment]] using [[Scientific|scientific]] tools and [[Scientific Instrument|instruments]]. Any [[data]] collected during an experiment is called an '[[Observation|observation]]'. | To '''observe''' is to collect and record information during an [[Experiment|experiment]] using [[Scientific|scientific]] tools and [[Scientific Instrument|instruments]]. Any [[data]] collected during an experiment is called an '[[Observation|observation]]'. | ||
Revision as of 09:01, 30 July 2018
Contents
Key Stage 1
To observe is to watch and listen to something very carefully.
Examples
- A scientist watched an insect very carefully and saw it had 6 legs.
- A scientist listened to the sound that a cat makes.
- A scientist looked at lots of flowers and wrote down the different colours.
Used in a Sentence
- A scientist wants to observe how long it takes for an apple to rot.
- A scientist observed that The Moon is not always in the sky at night.
- A scientist made an observation of the colour of different leaves.
Key Stage 2
To observe is to use our senses to study something very carefully or use a tool to measure something. We might watch and listen and if it is safe then we might smell or even touch it to observe something. We might also use a ruler to measure the length of something or a timer to measure how long it takes for something to happen.
Examples
- A scientist uses a timer to see how long it takes for a kettle to boil.
- A scientist took one picture of a plant every day to see how it grows.
- A scientist touched a window, a brick and some carpet to find out which one had the roughest texture.
Used in a Sentence
- A scientist wanted to observe how long it takes a kettle to boil.
- A scientist observed the growth of a plant by taking a picture every day.
- A scientist wrote down observations of the texture of different surfaces.
Key Stage 3
To observe is to collect information during an experiment using our senses and measuring tools and record that information.
Key Stage 4
To observe is to collect and record information during an experiment using scientific tools and instruments. Any data collected during an experiment is called an 'observation'.