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What does quantitative observation mean

Quantitative observation means that your description of what you observed

includes a definite number that you measured.

For example:

"I saw a really big guy." is not a quantitative observation.

"I saw a guy who is 8 feet tall." is a quantitative observation.

What are units of acceleration

Acceleration has units of speed / time. The standard SI-unit is meter/second/second, usually written as meter/second2. Other units of distance/time/time can also be used, but it is convenient (for equations) to use a set of consistent units.

How long is 1 second on Pluto

It is the same 1 second we have on Earth.

What is quantitative description

A quantitative description is a purley numerical description. A qualitative description is a purely narrative description.

Which of the following is a unit of volume

Just about any cubic characteristic: cubic millimeter, mile, yard, foot, parsec, etc.

What type of quantity do the following unit indicate cm

That is a unit of length - 1/100 of a meter.

What physical property do objects that attract iron have

magnetsism

How do scientists communicate data accurately with one another

They use a universal system of units.

What is the Formula for finding density of an 3D object

Density of an object is defined as (mass)/(volume).

How many centigrams are 6 g equal to

1g = 100cg

6g x 100cg/g = 600cg

What type of observation is made up of descriptive words

Qualitative

What tool would be the best in measuring the circumference of your waist

A cloth tape measure.

What are characteristics that describe the ability of a substance to form a new substance

Chemical properties

Are kilometers unit of mass would be best to weigh a heavy suitcase

Kilograms

What chemical property describes how well things burn

This property is flammability.

Which of the following units would you use to describe your height Choose all that apply A feet and inches B pounds and ounces C meters and centimeters D cups and pints

Height is measured in

  1. feet and inches, or
  2. meters and centimeters
What type of data do you need to find the density of an object

Density is defined by dividing mass by volume; that's also how it is usually calculated.

What tool do you use to measure how hot water is

A thermometer is used to measure the temperature of hot water.

What prefix would be used to show that a unit is 100 times smaller than si unit without prefix

Centi- (apex learning)

What temperature scale shows water freezing at 0

It is the Celsius temperature scale

What kind of observation describes the color of a car

Qualitative

What tools would you use to find the height of a chimney

measuring tape

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