Term |
Definition |
Calculator |
Used to calculate mathematical problems |
Hand Lens |
Makes smaller objects look bigger |
Metric Ruler |
Measures length in centimeters |
Thermometer |
Measures temperature in Celcius |
Balance |
Measures mass in grams |
Graduated Cylinder |
Measures volume in milliliters |
Beaker |
Measures volume in milliliters |
Compass |
Indicates direction |
Stopwatch |
Measures time |
Goggles |
Protects eyes |
Collection Net |
Catches insects |
Measuring Tape |
Measures length in centimeters |
Sound Recorder |
Records and plays back sound |
Spring Scale |
Measures the pull of gravity or weight of an object in newtons |
Microscope |
Uses a lens to magnify very small images |
Camera |
Captures images |
Hot Plate |
Heats up substances |
Magnet |
Attracts magnetic objects |
Lens |
A curved piece of glass that is used to make objects appear larger or smaller |
Telescope |
Use to make objects that are far away appear larger using mirrors and/or lenses |
Mass Pieces |
How mass is measured on a balance in grams |
Measuring Cups |
Measures volume in milliliters |
Measuring Spoons |
Measures volume in milliliters |
Aquarium |
A habitat where animals live in water |
Terrarium |
A habitat where animals live on land |
Science Notebook |
A place to record data |