How to Make a Table for a Science Project

Science experiments can be confusing when it comes time to report the data gathered during the project. When compiling information acquired from a science experiment, having a data table helps to demonstrate a knowledge of your experiment. It helps the scientist or student to organize his thoughts while showing an observer the steps that were covered in the experiment. This can be done in a few steps.

Instructions

1

Draw a grid with a straight edge, such as a ruler. Leave enough room in each section to place the information to be shown.

2

Label your data table and the variables used in the experiment.

3

Label the column on the left with independent variables, also known as your control units. This is the part of your experiment that changes.

4

Label the columns on the right with the dependent variables. Leave enough space to record results from at least three tests and a space to record an average of the experiment's outcome.

5

Record the information in the correct places after completing each trial run of the experiment. Check the table for errors.