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If you would like to view our Educreation videos from 6B and 7B class periods, you can sign up for a free Educreations account. Please ask your parents before you do, just to make sure it is ok with them. Go to Educreations.com on a P.C. or Mac or download the free iPad app. They will require you to use your email address and then create a password. After you set up your account you should enter the course code: 78F4A8 to join my class. You will be able to view videos from both class periods--this is a great tool to use when studying for the Science EOC!!!


B DAY Science E.O.C. Friday May 17
A Day Science E.O.C. Monday May 20

Launch Day Daily Check-in

Now that our class has launched the bottle rockets, please complete the final daily progress check-in

Explain where you believe your successes were in your design.

Explain where you believe your design could use revision, why?

Launch Day Reminders

B Day will be launching rockets tomorrow May 1 and A day will be launching on Thurs Day May 2

****Remember to wear close-toed shoes, You also might want to wear an outfit that you won't mind getting a little bit messy****

STEM Challenge--Daily Progress Check-in #3 (A-Day)

Find an example that you have utilized so far in this project for each of the S.T.E.M components…..
S.cience _________
T.echnology ____________
E.ngineering _____________
M.athematics _____________

S.T.E.M. Challenge--Daily Progress Check in #2

If you have not already completed Daily Progress check-in #2 please be sure to reflect on the construction of your Rocket as of Day 2. Complete the following check in, be sure to put it in the appropriate place in your booklet!



Please complete the following 3-2-1 Reflection pg 8 of your booklet.

3 things that you have leaned about Newton and Physics. 
2 things, science oriented, that you are incorporating into your design. 
1 thing you would like to know more about.

Team Time Assignments

You will have until Monday to complete your Team Time Menu Items. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO TURN IN THE WORK ON MONDAY DURING TEAM TIME!
Below is a copy of the menu just in case you misplaced yours. Also included is the link to the Reading assignment from yesterday.

Team Time—4th quarter Bridge to High School Science

Topic 1—Revisiting the Periodic Table—50pts

1.) Visit www.Chem4kids.com
click on ATOMS; read the sections entitled ions, isotopes, bonding and compounds. Complete the quiz after each section of reading. Record your results for each quiz and if you got the questions wrong include where you made your mistake.

2.)Create a vocabulary chart to track new words: covalent bond, ionic bond, ion, and isotope. For each word include the definition, a sentence in which you utilize the word and a picture or symbol that helps you connect to the word.

3.) Work through the gizmo “Element Builder” with a partner. Each person should complete the student exploration guide and 5 questions.

4.) (TIME PERMITTING) Watch the NOVA documentary “Hunting the Elements” and complete a 3-2-1 reflection:

3 connections to in class study (either during team time or ‘regular class’)
2 new and interesting things that you learned from the video
1 topic or concept you would like to learn more about and what/why

Topic 2—Oceans and Salinity—50pts

1.) Read article “Why is the Ocean Salty”
http://www.palomar.edu/oceanography/salty_ocean.htm

For each section write a 3-5 sentence summary of the important info.
Add at least 3 new and interesting words to your vocab chart (they don't have to be JUST science!)

2.) Complete lab “Sea Water Properties.” Work with your group to complete stations that will allow you a hands on exploration of sea water properties. Completed Lab Sheet must be turned in by each person.

S.T.E.M. Bottle Rocket Challenge!

Launch Dates:
A Day May 2
B Day May 1

Booklet due:
A Day May 8
B day May 7

***BRING IN ONE EMPTY 2-LITER PLASTIC SODA BOTTLE, and DUCT TAPE for class on Friday/Monday***

Your Booklet is worth 100pts (equivalent to a test grade) please be sure that you are keeping up with the in class time line. If you do not complete something in class it is your responsibility to work on it for homework.


Here are 3 websites to get you started on your design research. Let me know of any others that you find that are really cool:)


http://www.physics4kids.com/

http://www.lnhs.org/hayhurst/rockets/

http://tclauset.org/21_BtlRockets/BTL.html

Practice for the Science FCAT and earn Extra Credit--

IMPORTANT EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY!!!!!!
ALL EXTRA CREDIT IS DUE ON OR BY THURS APRIL 18 (Day of FCAT SCIENCE)

There are two ways that you can practice for the FCAT next week and receive extra credit in my Science Class. Below are the directions for each just like we talked about in class!

QUIZLET EXTRA CREDIT

Please go to the link on the Blog side bar for FCAT QUIZLET.
Familiarize yourself with the FCAT vocabulary words by clicking through the deck of virtual flashcards. After you have familiarized yourself click on the blue button that is marked 'TEST.' Set the quiz so that all of the question choices are enabled. You must receive an 80% or better on the quiz to qualify for the extra credit. Print out the quiz, have it signed by your parent or guardian and turn it in to me. For each quiz that you turn in you will receive 5 extra credit points added to your science project grade. REMEMBER: "quizlet is like a snowflake, there are no two tests that are the same." When your parent signs the quiz they are verifying that it is your work and that is an original quiz generated by you on quizlet.


JLAB EXTRA CREDIT

Copy and paste the link to jlab into your browser. You will create a 40 question quiz utilizing all strands of questions. Complete the quiz and score an 80% or better, print it out, and have a parent or guardian sign it and turn it in to me.
You will receive 10 points extra credit on your homework grade. You may do more than one test! But remember no two tests are the same:)

http://education.jlab.org/solquiz/index.html

FCAT Review Vocabulary Cards

A Day due on Friday April 12
B Day due on Thurs April 11

Please create vocab cards for the following 4 groups of review vocabulary:

Classification:
-classification
-taxonomy
-dichotomous key
-branching diagram
-Kingdom
-Domain

Heredity/Natural Selection:
-punnett square
-allele
-genotype
-phenotype
-natural selection

Weather and Climate:
-weather
-climate
-latitude
-topography
-elevation
-surface currents

Interaction of Earth's Sphere's:
-geosphere
-atmosphere
-hydrosphere
-cryosphere
-biosphere

***Please note that this is a 25 point all of nothing assignment. If you do not follow the classroom guidelines for all words you will not receive credit***

QUIZ!!! LTs 18-20

A Day Weds March 20
B Day Tues March 19

All vocab cards are due for these learning targets as well.
The quiz will have fill in the blank vocab questions focusing specifically on cell organelles as well as several FCAT style multiple choice questions.

PLEASE STUDY AT LEAST AN HOUR FOR THIS QUIZ!!!!
(A Day) you may complete the benchmark review as part of your review for the quiz!!!

FCAT Explorer Extra Credit!

This is one last reminder about extra credit. FCAT explorer Science Voyager has been assigned for the past two weeks as extra credit. It is due completed online by Saturday Morning 3/23/13. You must complete all 3 bubbles with a grade of 70% or higher to qualify the points.
If you have a 70% or higher you will earn a 50/50 in my grade book. If you get a 90% or higher I will add an additional 10 points.

THIS IS A GREAT WAY TO EARN EXTRA CREDIT AND REVIEW FOR FCAT AT THE SAME TIME!!!

Photosynthesis - They Might Be Giants (official video)

Period 7B here is the song called "Photosynthesis" by They Might Be Giants. This might give you some inspiration for your homework!


6B and 7B classes did an amazing job in class today:) Thanks for all of your hard work!
--Mrs. W

LT#19 Photosynthesis and Respiration

DAY 1 of lesson
Due A Day Due on March 8
B Day Due on March 7
Read Unit 7 Lesson1
Create a Venn diagram or Y chart organizing similarities and differences between the processes of photosynthesis and respiration.

Day 2 of lesson
Below you will find some websites to visit if you would like some additional information about the processes of photosynthesis and respiration.

Arizona State University Center for Bioenergy and Photosynthesis: What is Photosynthesis
http://photoscience.la.asu.edu/photosyn/education/learn.html

MIT News on Photosynthesis
http://web.mit.edu/newsoffice/topic/photosynthesis.html

HOMEWORK:
B DAY DUE MARCH 13
all classes--Complete Lab write up according to rubric

6B Gizmo SEG Snails and Plants with 5 assessment questions

7B Write a creative poem or jingle that highlights the relationship between photosynthesis and respiration. Please use the words chloroplast, mitochondria, reactants, products
be sure that you poem or song answers the question "How do all cells get and release energy?"

LT#18 Review of Cell Theory and Structure (6th Grade)

In order for us to move on to our next 8th grade standard we are taking one class period to review some important concepts from 6th grade that are needed for full understanding.

VOCAB:
Organelle
cell theory
Cell Wall
Cell Membrane
Vacuole
Endoplasmic Reticulum
Ribosome
Golgi Body
Cell Nucleus
Cytoplasm
Chloroplast

Please complete the following homework to be ready to move on next class period.
B Day Due March 5
-Complete Cell Structure Gizmo
S.E.G. and 5 questions
-Mandatory recycle any missed questions from quiz

A Day Periods 1A and 4A Due March 6
-Complete the Diagrams that we began in class of a plant and animal cell. Diagrams must be neat, labeled accurately with organelle functions and include the correct colors where appropriate.

-Complete Cell Structure Gizmo
S.E.G. and 5 questions

-Mandatory Recycle any missed questions from quiz

A Day period 2 A Due March 6
-Complete Cell Structure Gizmo
S.E.G. and 5 questions

-Mandatory recycle of any questions missed on quiz

LT#17 The Periodic Table

Vocabulary Words:
Periodic Table
Group
Period
Metal
Non-Metal
Metalloid

Homework:
1A; 2A and 4A: Due Thurs Feb 28
-Complete the reading for Unit 6 Lesson 7. Take notes into the graphic organizer strategy that we went over in class.

6B and 7B:Due Weds Feb 27
-Complete the reading for Unit 6 Lesson 7. Take notes into the graphic organizer strategy that we went over in class.
-Research the remainder of the information needed to complete the Element Adoption papers.

ALL CLASSES!!!

LSA 4 must be completed by Friday March 1

Homework for LT#16 The Atom!

Vocabulary Words:
Proton
Neutron
Electron
Electron Cloud
Nucleus
Atomic #
Mass #

Period 6B-Due on Monday Feb 25
-Complete the Graphic organizer that we were working on in class "Modeling Atomic Structure"
-Read and Take notes on Unit 6 lesson 6. Your choice of strategy (combination, Cornell or Concept Map)

Period 7B
-Complete the Graphic Organizer that we were working on in class "Modeling Atomic Structure"
-Read and Take notes on Unit 6 lesson 6. Your choice of strategy (combination, Cornell or Concept Map)
-Create a Comic Strip About the Atomic Theory. Your comic strip should be about 4-6 squares and include the following information:
-What is an atom
-How has the Theory has changed over time
-What do we consider to be the modern structure of the atom
-VOCAB WORDS USED IN THE CORRECT CONTEXT: Atom; Proton; Neutron; Nucleus; Electron; Electron Cloud

1A and 2A

-Complete the Graphic organizer that we were working on in class "Modeling Atomic Structure"
-Read and Take notes on Unit 6 lesson 6. Your choice of strategy (combination, Cornell or Concept Map)

Period 4A
-Complete the Graphic Organizer that we were working on in class "Modeling Atomic Structure"
-Read and Take notes on Unit 6 lesson 6. Your choice of strategy (combination, Cornell or Concept Map)
-Create a Comic Strip About the Atomic Theory. Your comic strip should be about 4-6 squares and include the following information:
-What is an atom
-How has the Theory has changed over time
-What do we consider to be the modern structure of the atom
-VOCAB WORDS USED IN THE CORRECT CONTEXT: Atom; Proton; Neutron; Nucleus; Electron; Electron Cloud

Website for pH lab (if you missed the in-class lab)

Here is the website that I showed you in class if you missed our pH Mystery Solution Lab

***Please use the same lab sheet as the in class lab with the following modifications:
Eliminate 'Red Litmus Paper' column in data table, turn 'Blue Litmus Paper" column into 'pH paper,' eliminate the second analysis question.***

http://www.miamisci.org/ph/phborax.html

QUIZ!!!

A Day Quiz Weds 2/20
B Day Quiz Tues 2/19

You will be having a quiz next week on the LT's that we have completed so far in the Matter Unit.

The Quiz will focus on Vocabulary (Fill in the Blank) and several multiple choice questions from this unit. You will need to log one hour of study time for this quiz.

VOCAB CARDS ARE DUE ON THE DAY OF THE QUIZ!!!!
ALL MUST BE COMPLETED ACCORDING TO CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS.

LT#15 Pure Substancs and Mixtures

Vocabulary Words:
Element
Compound
Pure Substance
Mixture
Heterogeneous
Homogeneous

LT#15 Assignments

1.) Watch the Virtual lesson for Unit 6 lesson 5 on ThinkCentral.com

2.) Choose 2 of the 3 activities below and complete according to the directions:

A.) CREATE A DESCRIPTION WHEEL. Complete a description wheel for each of the three types of elements on the periodic table: Metal; Non-Metal; Metalloid.Include the name of the element type in the center of the wheel and characteristics and examples on the spokes of the wheel. You will have 3 wheels total.

B.) TABLE IT! Make a data tabe or other graphic organizer that identifies different types of Mixtures and their characteristics (Solution, suspension, colloid.) Identify 2 food products as examples for each type of mixture.

C.) COMPARE AND CONTRAST Create a visual collage of some sort comparing and contrasting hetergeneous and homogeneous mixtures. Please include the characteristics of each type of mixture and a brief description for each example.

3.) Create a Visual/Written Flow Chart that includes the terms and their characteristics for the following Vocab Words: Atom; Element; Compound; Mixture.

pH Gizmo

I realized in my absence that I did not put the pH Gizmo in class period 1A and 6B. It is now in the folder. If you managed to look up the correct Gizmo and complete it...THANK YOU! if you did not, I will not penalize you. You will have until the next class period that I see you to turn it in. Everything else for LT#14 must be turned in on time.

LT#14 pH

We began our investigation into the topic of pH this week. We will spend a small bit of time next class completing the lesson. Please remember that your To-Do list for LT#14 is due on the following days:

Period 1A: Due on Weds Feb 13
Period 2A: Due on Weds Feb 13
Period 4A Due on Friday Feb 15
Period 6B: Due on Thurs Feb 14
Period 7B: Due on Mon Feb 18

All Classes are responsible for the following work that we completed in class (if you did not finish please complete!):
Explore—Mystery Solutions pH Lab (30 pts)
-Complete the data table with accurate observations/data from your lab
-Analysis questions must be answered accurately utilizing the lab information as evidence to support your answers. Answers in Complete sentences.
-Create a Bar Graph to visually represent your data from the lab. The different solutions will be on the x-axis and the pH reading will be on y-axis. Please utilize good graphing techniques (use pencil, label, give your graph a title, be neat and organized!)

Explain—Vocab to Know notes from power point into Notebook.
Vocab Cards for this Learning Target
pH
Acid
Base
Neutral

Some Classes have different homework assignments, please make sure you are reading the correct assignment for your class period. (you already have this typed out on your To-Do List)

Periods 1A and 6B:
pH Gizmo(20pts)
-S.E.G. and 5 assessment questions
-Answers should be in complete sentences utilizing data from Gizmo as evidence when necessary and appropriate.

Period 2A:
Alien Juice Bar virtual lab (20 points)
Go to the website below and follow the instructions from the handout provided.
http://sv.berkeley.edu/showcase/flash/juicebar.html

-All three challenges should be completed
-Accurate and complete answers provided for all questions
-All data tables should be filled in using data from website
-Venn Diagram should be filled in as accurately as possible with at least 3 properties and 3 examples for Acids and Bases. Info should be used from website and class notes

Periods 4A and 7B:
Teach Us About pH! (30 points)
Create a Powerpoint presentation, Prezi, or booklet to dig deeper into our Learning target on pH. In your teaching tool you should address the following questions:
-What is an acid and what are properties of Acids?
-What is a base and what are properties of Bases?
-What is the pH scale—Who/when was it created? How do I use it? (This should include some sort of visual with examples identified on the pH scale)
-What happens when acids and bases combine? Give some examples as well.
Your last slide/page of information should be an assessment of some sort, where students will have to read through your info to complete the assessment. (can be crossword puzzle, 5 question quiz or other creative assessment)

Rubric:
-All questions should be answered accurately in an easy to understand format.
-Material should be accessible/understandable to 8th grade students
-Assessment slide should be a reflection of info included in presentation. (Answer key provided)
-All websites or books should be cited on the last slide/page of your presentation.

UPDATED DUE DATE!!!!LT#13 Physical and Chemical Changes

LT#13 To-Do Lists are due on the following dates:
A Day MONDAY FEB 11
B Day TUESDAY FEB 12

Today we began our 2-day lesson on LT# 13. Please use your to-do list to keep track of assignments (both in class and out) and what is due for each one.

After today's class you should have answered the questions that went along with the video clip "Turning Elements into Compounds" as well as completing your data table for the Exploring Changes "minute to win it" Challenge.

Your homework is the EXPLAIN portion of the T-do list. read Unit 6 lesson 3 and complete either a Signs of Change booklet OR Charting Changes poster/collage. This is due next class period
(A day Tues 2/5,B Day Weds2/6) you will need it to help you with the next lab.

Below I have copy and pasted the entire To-do List in case you misplace yours:

To Do List—Learning Target #13 Physical and Chemical Changes

Essential Question: What Happens to matter when it changes?

SC.8.P.9.2 Differentiate between physical changes and chemical changes.
SC.8.P.9.1 Explore the Law of Conservation of Mass by demonstrating and concluding that mass is conserved when substances undergo physical and chemical changes.

Engage: (5pts—in class; both questions must be attempted)
Video—NOVA How Elements Form Compounds
1.) Observe the two chemical reactions that occur in this film clip. Describe everything that you see occur during these changes.
2.) What happens to the two substances after the reaction occurs? Explain.


Explore:
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHANGE CHALLENGE! 2/1 and 2/5

Students rotate through 6 stations observing physical properties of substances and distinguishing between physical and Chemical Changes.
-Complete data table including observed physical properties and prediction with evidence provided for each station. (20 pts—in class)

AND
BAGGIE BLAST!!! 2/6 and 2/7
Students will explore the Law of Conservation of Mass
Complete a 4Square Lab report w/lab group (20pts—in class; directions/rubric will be provided)

Explain:
Unit 6 Lesson 3 Physical and Chemical Changes
STUDENT CHOICE (15points—Homework)

SIGNS OF CHANGE
Students read Holt Science Fusion and Create a Signs of Change Booklet
Directions: Create a Foldable Booklet with 7 pages (use half sheets)
The following info should be on each page:
Pg 1—Physical Change and Definition
Pgs 2-3—Examples and pictures/diagrams of each
Pgs4-5—Chemical Change; Definition and “How will I know a chemical change has happened”
Pgs 6-10—On each one of these pages you should create a different “sign” that will let you know a chemical change has occurred. Ex a precipitate has formed

-Or-
CHARTING CHANGE
After reading the section create a poster or collage that shows both physical and chemical changes occurring to matter. Be sure to label and describe each change. Your description should include evidence or signs that would support what kind of a change is occurring

EXTEND:
Create a bumper sticker explaining the Law of Conservation of Mass with out using any words!
-Bumper sticker must accurately convey the Law of Conservation of Mass. Student must demonstrate understanding of Law.
-Bumper sticker must be neat with student care and thoroughness evident in the product(10pts—Homework)\

Phase Change Gizmo and LT 7-8-9 Test Recycle

DUE:
A Day--Tues Feb 5
B Day--Weds Feb 6

Please remember your States of Matter "Phase Change" Gizmo is due with SEG answers written out. We worked on half of it in class on Weds/Thurs, you are to complete for homework.


LT #'s 7-8-9 Unit Test Recycle
Please remember if you scored below an 80% on the test you have a mandatory recycle that is due on Tues. Anyone else may recycle if you choose!!! I love it when people want to go back and fix their mistakes and work through misconceptions!!

I will give half points back on each questions. Remember Recycles are ALL or NOTHING!!!

The 4 step recycle process can be found on this blog by scrolling through the archives.

Traveling through the States of Matter RAFT and MODEL

DUE: A DAY Weds Jan 30
B DAY Thurs Jan 31

Remember this is NOT an essay. It is a creative writing assignment in the format of a postcard! Have fun and use you're creativity in the postcard and Model...just remember that your information should have accurate science content!

R.ole-A particle of Matter
A.udience- matter that has never experienced a change in state
F.ormat- A postcard about your travels
T.opic- Discuss your travels through the 4 states of matter. Be sure to include the following:
-How particles move and behave in each state
- How they change through the 4 states
-At least two characteristics of each state


To further illustrate your travels you will Create a 2-D model of the particles in the 4 states of matter out of torn pieces of construction paper. In your model I must be able to tell that you understand how the particles in each state move and behave

-Make sure you choose one sheet of Black Paper,1 Piece of colored paper,4 small squares of white paper from the supplies in the classroom.

Use your notes and the test book to help you!
***To re-read the info on Plasma you can visit: http://www.chem4kids.com/files/matter_plasma.html***

RUBRIC: 25 points total
RAFT: 15 points
Must include all 4 states of matter
Explain how particles move and relate to one another
Give at least 2 characteristics of each State
MODEL: 10points
All 4 phases represented
Particles in each phase of the model in some way represent how particles move and behave.

Lab Stations--Questions

Below I have posted each procedure with all guiding questions from our Lab today. Please check to make sure you have answered all questions completely and provided evidence when necessary. Make sure that you following proper graphing procedures for lab station number 2!! (use a ruler, pencil and graph paper, label all axis and give your graph a title)

Station 1--How Much Mass??

In this lab, you will compare the mass, volume, and type of matter in a variety of objects.

Materials List:
• balance
• balloon, small
• golf ball
• handball
• marshmallow
• pumice stone
• rock
• various other
objects

PROCEDURE
1. Do not touch the objects your teacher provides. Write down your observations about each object.
2. Based on your observations, list the objects in order from least mass to greatest mass.
3. Pick up each object, one at a time. Write your observations about the mass of each object .
4. Based on your observations from Step 3, create a new list of the objects in order from least mass to greatest mass.
5. Use the balance to measure and record the mass of each object to the nearest 0.1gram. Record the mass of each object.
6. Based on your measurements from Step 5, create a new list of the objects in order from least mass to greatest mass.
7. What information did you use to decide what the order of the objects should be in Step 2?
8. Why was it difficult to determine the object’s mass based on visual observations alone?
9. In what way did your original list change after you were allowed to hold the objects?

10. How did your list change after you actually measured the mass of each object? Were you surprised by any of the results?


Station 2—Comparing Mass and Weight

In this lab, you will compare the mass and weight of five different objects using a balance and a spring scale.

MATERIALS
For each group
• balance
• graph paper
• small objects (5)
• spring scale

PROCEDURE
1. Create a data table like the one below in your notes.

2. Using a triple-beam or electronic balance, measure the masses of five small objects. Record the masses in grams in your data table.
3. Using a spring scale, find the weights of the same five objects. Record the weights in consistent units.
4. On a piece of graph paper, make a graph of weight versus mass using your five objects. (x axis—mass; y axis—weight) In the space below, write a sentence that describes the relationship between weight and mass.
5. Gravity is a force of attraction between Earth and all other objects. What was stopping the objects from being pulled to the ground as you measured them?


Station 3—Investigating Irregular Solids!

In this lab, you will determine the volume of an irregularly shaped object and then calculate it’s density using the formula D=m/v.

MATERIALS
• graduated cylinder
• various objects, solid
• water
• Balance

PROCEDURE
1. Make a data table on your paper, like the one below, to record your data in your notes
2. Find the mass of one of the small object using an electronic balance and record it in your data table. Be sure to include your unit of measurement.
3. Fill a 100 mL graduated cylinder to about the 50 mL mark with water. Read the volume at the meniscus, and record your reading.
4. Tip the graduated cylinder, and slide a solid metal object into the cylinder.
5. Carefully read the new level of water in the graduated cylinder, and record your results.
6. Subtract your first measurement from the second measurement to determine the objects volume. Use cubic centimeters as your unit of measurement. how your work.
7. Now calculate the density of your object using the formula D=m/v.
Show your work and be sure to use the appropriate unit of measurement.

Complete steps 1-7 for all of the objects at station 3


Station 4—Sink or Float??

In this lab, you will calculate the densities of several objects. You will then use a tub of water to determine how each objects density relates to its ability or inability to float in water.

Materials
• Balance
• Ruler
• Plastic tub
• Water
• Various regular solids

PROCEDURE:
1. On your paper construct a data table like the one below.
2. Select one regular solid and record its identity in the table.
3. Make a prediction as to whether or not you think this object will sink or float in the tub of water. Record your prediction in the data table. Do this for each object at your station
4. Use your ruler and balance to determine the objects mass and volume (remember v=lwh. Do this for each object at your station
5. Calculate the density of the object using the data that you have collected. Remember d=m/v. Do this for each object at your station.
6. Place the object in the tub of water gently. Record your observations. Do this for each object at your station.
7. The density of water is 1 g/cm3. Examine your data. Which if any, of your objects are denser than water. Which objects are less dense than water.
8. Based on your results, how can you use densities to predict whether an object will sink or float in a given liquid?
9. CONNECTION TO SPACE UNIT!!! What do you remember about the density differences between terrestrial planets and gas giants. Now that you have explored the densities of different objects can you make a connection between the composition of terrestrial planets/gas giants and their densities? Explain.

LT#10 Measuring Matter Homework/Classwork To-do list

Below you will find the list of items and point values for LT#10 Measuring Matter. Each of you should have a printed out version of this from class. However this is a backup in case you lost yours. Please note the due dates for the work. You will also find the Vocab words for this learning target. Make sure you are keeping up with the vocab cards for each target...don't get behind!!

A DAY DUE MONDAY JAN 28
B DAY DUE TUESDAY JAN 29
***B DAY Students, if you are going on the college trip you must hand in your assignment before you leave, even if I don't have you on Monday in class!***

VOCAB LT#10
-matter
-mass
-weight
-density
-volume

Unit 6 Lesson 1 (homework)
-Read and Take Notes
Student Assigned Reading Strategy: Cornell Notes/Concept Map

10 points


Lab Stations (in class)
Station 1—How Much Mass?
-Measurements and answers to questions must be complete and accurate.

Station 2—Comparing Weight an Mass
-Data table must be neat and complete with measurements for each item.
-Graph must be completed according to proper graphing conventions and include one sentence explaining the relationship between weight and mass.
-complete and accurate answers to all questions.

Station 3—Investigating Irregular Solids
-Data table must be neat and complete with measurements for each item.
-All work should be shown for density calculations
-Accurate units should be used for each measurement.

Station 4—Sink or Float??
-Data table must be neat and complete with measurements for each item.
-All predictions and answers must be complete and thoroughly explained.
-Connection to Space question should be answered as accurately as possible.

10 pts/station

Technology Extension (homework)
Student Choice—Gizmo “Density: Slice and Dice”
or
Unit 6 Lesson 1 “Introduction to Matter” Virtual Lab
-All answers should be written out on a separate sheet of paper or printed out S.E.G. -All answers should be as accurate a possible with obvious use of information from LT#10 incorporated within them.

10 pts

VOCAB NOTE CARDS!!!

Note Card Amnesty!!!
If you received a zero on the last Vocab check in for LT's 7, 8, and 9 you may complete them all according to my classroom expectations, show them to me next class period and receive full credit.


Potential Extra credit~~~
Please remember that you should have all of your Vocab note cards, from the beginning of the year until now, with you in class every time I see you! Our note cards are an incredibly important tool as we begin our push toward FCAT in April. All cards should be completed accurately, with care for content and neatness, according to the class expectations. (Please review the template in my classroom if you are unsure what those are.) In the next two weeks I will be randomly asking classes to take out their note cards to play some review games. Any students who have all cards completed as stated above and in some sort of protector/zip lock baggie/box or on a binder ring in class will receive 10 points extra credit in my 3rd quarter grade book!!!!

Unit Test on LT's #7, 8 and 9

Please remember you have an upcoming test on LT 7(the Sun); LT 8 (The Solar System); and LT 9 (Small Bodies in the Solar System).

A Day Test--Weds Jan 16
B Day Test--Thurs Jan 17

***You must log at least three hours of study time on your study log*** 30 mins of that time must be spent on Vocabulary. If you write down that you used the Study Guide you must attach it to study log with evidence of strategies used and completed answers, the same goes for Gizmos. If you use the other Gizmo, besides the one we did for homework, you must have the SEG printed out with answers as documentation.

Completed Vocabulary cards for LT's 7, 8 and 9 are do on Test Day. Below you will find the vocab list.

LT #7 The Sun
1.Solar Flare
2. Prominence
3. Sunspot
4. Radiation
5.Convection
6. Model
7. Evidence

LT#8 The Solar System and #9 Small Bodies in the Solar System
1. Terrestrial Planet
2. Gas Giant
3. Dwarf Planet
4. Asteroid
5. Meteoroid
6. Meteor
7. Meteorite
8. Comet

Homework for LT#8 Our Solar System

Periods 1A and 4A due Thurs
Periods 6B and 7B due Weds


Please read Unit 3 lesson 4 "The Terrestrial Planets" and Lesson 5 "The Gas Giants." create a characteristics flip chart like the one Mrs. Wilhelm has on the board. If you need to take a look at it, it is still hanging on my board. Please note down the important characteristics for each of the 8 planets as you read the lessons. Be prepared to use these notes to help you and your table edit your Terrestrial vs. Gas giants T-Chart in class.