Qualitative & Quantitative data
- When recording results of experiment, both quantitative and qualitative data should be obtained
- Quantitative data is obtained from measurements whereas qualitative data is non-numerical information that comes from observations
- Quantitative data is always associated with random errors/uncertainties, determined by the apparatus, and by human limitations such as reaction time
- Where there are several items of data you should record your data in a table with appropriate headings and units:
Data Table showing headings and units