CK-12 Physical Science Concepts - For Middle School

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1.23. Communication in Science http://www.ck12.org


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Watch this video about scientific communication, and then answer the questions below.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wCAQqeCcUA (8:23)


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URL: http://www.ck12.org/flx/render/embeddedobject/54920


  1. Why do some scientists have difficulty communicating about their research to non-scientists?

  2. What is the role of science writers in scientific communication?


Review



  1. Why is communication important in science?

  2. Identify three different ways that scientists may communicate about their research.

  3. The graph below shows the results of a scientific investigation. Researchers measured the amount of force (in
    pounds) needed to penetrate hardwoods of different species. How would you communicate the results of the
    investigation in words?

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