When scientists use one of their five senses to gather information, they are?

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tatiana · Accepted Answer

observing

bobpursley · Answer

Hmmmm. If they use one, it is ... This is a very odd question. Scientists use observation and research to gather information.

Steve · Answer

I would also say: they are observing. usually that word is reserved for sight, but there's no reason any other sense could not be used to observe.

Thescientist69 · Answer

gather data through observation