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What is a quantitative observation

A quantitative observation is something that measures a quantity (number), such as the weight of length of an object. Quantitative observations have numbers, such as 3 pounds or 5 meters.

The opposite is a qualitative observation, such as something is round or that it is blue. There are no numbers involved, the thing is either round or it's not.

What is a qualitative observation

A Qualitative Observation is an observation that uses the five senses. sight, smell, hearing, touch, and taste. An example of this would be: "This tree has bright green leaves that have soft bumps on them."

The opposite is a quantitative observation, which is measured in numbers, such as the weight or length of an object. For example, 5 pounds or 100 inches. For instance "The stratosphere begins 40 kilometers above the surface of Earth."

The goal of applied science is

to solve a problem.

to improve a situation.

Why is it a good idea to study experimental subjects in their natural environment

D.So that they respond to the test as they would under normal conditions

What was Rudolf Virchow trying to prove through his work

Spontaneous generation does not happen.

Which of the following would be considered a qualitative observation

The color of flowers is compared.

The height of radish seedlings is measured

Which of the following would considered a qualitative observation

The flavor of carrots grown under different conditions is compared

What is true of an Arrhenius acid

An Arrhenius acid donates H+ ions. (apex).

Which best describes the nucleus of an atom

It is the part of the atom with the greatest mass.

What do all cells have in common

They all Contain DNA

Pure liquid water has a pH of what

7

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