Manipulative Skills

Manipulative skills

Physical skills that enable practical work to be carried out in scientific investigations.

Five important manipulative skills during science investigation

Using apparatus and science materials correctly → Handling specimen carefully → Sketching specimen correctly → Cleaning science apparatus → Storing science apparatus correctly

First manipulative skill

Use and handle science apparatus and substances correctly

Definition of sketching

A method to record information in the form of a diagram

Steps in cleaning and storing science apparatus

Cleaning the apparatus → Drying it correctly → Store the apparatus in the correct place

The use of thermometer

Tool to measure heat

The use of measuring cylinder

Tool for measuring volume

The use of Bunsen burner

A tool that produces an open gas flame, and is used for heating, sterilization, and combustion

The use of magnifying glass

The tool used to produce a magnified image of an object

The use of beaker

The tool used as reaction container or to hold liquid or solid samples

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Manipulative Skills

Manipulative Skills