Working Scientifically: The Grand Investigation · Scientific Inquiry

Precision and Measurement

Using a range of scientific equipment to take accurate and repeatable readings.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the precision of our tools affect the validity of our conclusion?
  2. 2Why is it necessary to take multiple readings and calculate an average?
  3. 3How do we identify anomalous data points in our results?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Science - Working scientifically
Year: Year 6
Subject: Science
Unit: Working Scientifically: The Grand Investigation
Period: Scientific Inquiry

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