1. Welcome to Biology!

2. Describe the natural world To seek natural explanations for natural phenomena. What do Scientists Actually Do?

3. Make Observations – use the senses to gather and record information Collect Data – recorded observations Scientists…

4. There are two kinds of data: Quantitative – recorded measurements “ Quantity” counting charts graphs measuring numbers DATA

5. Qualitative – written descriptions “ The chimpanzees use sticks as tools to capture termites out of their nests and eat them.”

6. Inference – logical conclusion based on observations Making Inferences

8. Homework: General: Read section 1.3 & answer questions 1-5 Honors: Read sections 1.7-1.8, 3-2-1 the sections, & explain why the snake experiment is a controlled experiment Signed syllabus due Monday