Sig Figs And Scientific Notation Flashcards
1
Q
What is qualitative observation
A
Based on observation
But not directly measured or recorded numerically
Exp the water is warm
2
Q
What is quantitative
A
Based on measurement and reported numerically
Thermometer
3
Q
What is precision when measuring
A
It’s the most accurate reading
7.5 vs 7.50
4
Q
What is the term we use when a number measurement is precise
A
Significant figure
5
Q
What is scientific notation
A
A way of rep either big or small numbers
