Working Scientifically
A foundation for every later biology, chemistry and physics investigation.
How can we decide whether a scientific claim is trustworthy?
From a medical trial to a Mars rover, science depends on careful questions, fair tests, reliable measurements and honest evaluation.
Spiral links
This topic builds on and feeds forward to:
- Measurement and data in every Y7 science topic
- Graphs and evaluation in Y8 Energy and Motion
- Experimental design in the Y9 IGCSE Bridge
Lessons in this topic
Introduction and safety
Core explanation, retrieval and Exam Practice.
Laboratory equipment
Practical connection: Equipment and measurement
Bunsen burners
Practical connection: Heating safely
Scientific investigations
Practical connection: Investigation design
Scientific investigations: independent, dependent and control variables
Core explanation, retrieval and Exam Practice.
Hazard pictograms and risk control
Core explanation, retrieval and Exam Practice.
Asking scientific questions
Core explanation, retrieval and Exam Practice.
Planning investigations
Core explanation, retrieval and Exam Practice.
Recording data
Core explanation, retrieval and Exam Practice.
Analysing data
Core explanation, retrieval and Exam Practice.
Evaluating data
Core explanation, retrieval and Exam Practice.
How we learn
Core explanation, retrieval and Exam Practice.