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- Why do some scientists have difficulty communicating about their research to non-scientists?
- What is the role of science writers in scientific communication?
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- Why is communication important in science?
- Identify three different ways that scientists may communicate about their research.
- 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?