1.2 bio quiz Flashcards
Qualitative Definition
Observations with our senses
Quantitative Definition
Observation with numbers/measurements
Difference between qualitative and quantitative
Qualitative involves of observation of a characteristic. Quantitative is an observation involving a measurement of that object.
What does length measure?
Distance between two points
What does mass measure?
Weight of an object
What does volume measure?
Space that an object takes up
What does temp measure?
Degree of hotness
Length unit
meter (m)
Mass unit
Kilogram (kg)
Volume unit
Liter (L)
Time unit
Seconds (s)
Temperature unit
Kelvin (K)
Definition of precision
The fact of being accurate
Definition of accuracy
The quality of being correct & precise
What is the equation for converting celsius to fahrenheit
F = (c)(9/5)+32