Course Description
Open to: Grade 9 One Year Course
Prerequisite: None
Content: Students will explore two major areas of science: Physics and Chemistry.
Students will study energy, forces and matter as it relates to mechanical,
chemical, and electrical concepts in everyday life. Students will focus on
the process of science, gaining experience in observation, collection and interpretation
of data, and the acquisition of basic laboratory skills.
Adopted Materials
Title: Physical Science
Authors: Borgford, C., Champagane, A., Cuevas, M. et al.
Publisher: Holt, Rinehart, Winston
Grades
The grade that a student receives in this course will
be a reflection of how the student has performed in
three main areas; the assimilation of content, the
acquisition of performance skills, and the knowledge
gained from homework. The course grade will be calculated
from scores obtained on unit tests, projects and activities
(labs, model building, reports, etc.), homework, and
a semester final. Progress reports should provide the
student and parents with information (average grades
or percentages) in three main areas: unit tests, projects/activities,
and homework completed.
The Final is also the End of Course Exam (EOC), which
will count as 10% of the student’s final grade and
determine whether or not the student has met the State
Standards in Science for this particular course. The
science curriculum supervisor discourages the use of
notes, note cards, or books when taking a unit test.
Students will not be allowed to use these items on
the Final Exam.
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Resources
Course Scope and Sequence for Semester
I (Physics)
| Unit 0 |
Unifying Concepts and Scientific Inquiry |
Ongoing |
| Unit 1 |
Measurement & Physical Properties
of Matter |
1.5 Weeks |
| Unit 2 |
Linear Motion |
2 Weeks |
| Unit 3 |
Forces & Motion |
3 Weeks |
| Unit 4 |
Forces in Fluids |
1.5 Weeks |
| Unit 5 |
Energy |
2.5 Weeks |
| Unit 6 |
Mechanical Waves and Sound |
1 Weeks |
| Unit 7 |
Electromagnetic Waves and Light |
2 Weeks |
| Unit 8 |
Electricity and Magnetism |
2 Weeks |
Course Scope and Sequence for Semester II (Chemistry)
| Unit 9 |
Chemical Properties & Classification
of Matter |
2 Weeks |
| Unit 10 |
Atomic Theory and Structure |
2 Weeks |
| Unit 11 |
Periodic Table |
2 Weeks |
| Unit 12 |
Chemical Bonding |
2 Weeks |
| Unit 13 |
Chemical Reactions & Equations |
3 Weeks |
| Unit 14 |
Acids and Bases |
1.5 Weeks |
| Unit 15 |
Carbon Compounds & Energy |
1.5 Weeks |
| Unit 16 |
Nuclear Reactions & Energy |
2 Weeks |
Assessment
Correlation acronyms key
|
Unit
0 |
Unifying Concepts of
Science and Scientific Inquiry |
Ongoing |
|
Instructional Objective
1205.01 Understand the systems, order, and
organization of the universe; the processes
of evidence collection and model building used
to explain the structure of the universe; the
concepts of constancy and/or change in observed
phenomena; the theory that evolution is a process
that relates to gradual changes in the universe;
and that equilibrium is a physical state of
balance between offsetting and opposite forces. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.1 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Know that there is order and predictability
in the universe and that patterns and similarities
allow us to organize information about our universe. |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
02 |
Use observations and data as evidence on which
to base scientific explanations and predictions
about earth processes. |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
03 |
Develop scientific explanations based on scientific
knowledge, logic, and analysis. |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
04 |
Develop or use models to explain physical science
concepts. |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
05 |
Identify and analyze systems in physical science
that do, or do not, change with time. |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
06 |
Understand the relationships of past, present,
and future. |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1205.02 Understand scientific inquiry and
develop critical thinking skills. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.1 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Develop the ability to design experiments by:
● Designing appropriate and testable experiments
● Understanding the importance of controls in experiments
● Identifying variables and recognizing the importance of changing only
one variable at a time when conducting experiments
● Predicting the outcome of an experiment and comparing the prediction
to an actual outcome
● Critiquing experimental designs |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
EOC |
|
02 |
Develop the ability to acquire data through
experimentation and observation by:
● Becoming familiar with, and practiced in selecting, the appropriate scientific
apparatus, instrumentation, or available technology
● Being able to work collaboratively in groups
● Observing essential safety precautions associated with all laboratory
procedures |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
03 |
Develop the ability to record and manipulate
data by:
● Using SI units in all cases of measurement and observation
● Designing and using data tables for the orderly recording of observations
and measurements
● Creating graphs of recorded data that include labels and numerical values
or scales for all axes
● Carrying out computations and/or numerical calculations for analyzing
data |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
04 |
Develop the ability to communicate and share
results by:
● writing lab reports and scientific papers
● reading appropriate scientific articles and reports
● presenting oral reports in both an individual and collaborative fashion
● using discipline-appropriate language or vocabulary to communicate scientific
ideas clearly
● using mathematical models in the exploration of patterns and relationships |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1205.03 Understand the significance of major
scientific milestones and the relationship
between science and technology. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.5 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Identify scientists that have made significant
contributions to advance our knowledge in the
fields of Physics and Chemistry. |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
EOC |
|
02 |
Know that science and technology are interrelated
to each other, society, and to the workplace. |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1205.04 Understand common environmental quality
issues, both natural and human induced and
the importance of managing and conserving natural
resources. |
Standard Reference
District |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Explore the environmental issues that impact
the geo and biosphere. |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
|
02 |
Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable
energy resources for Earth’s populations. |
Holt, Rinehart, Winston |
TMA |
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Unit
1 |
Measurement & Physical
Properties of Matter |
1.5 weeks |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.05 Measure in both the metric (Systeme
Internationale) and customary measurement system. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.1 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Recognize that the metric system is the universal
measurement of science. |
Ch. 1 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Use and manipulate appropriate metric units
of measurement; for example, milli, centi,
base, and kilo. |
Ch. 1,
Lab Manual Pg 15
Activity pg. 712 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Compare common metric and customary English
measurements; for example, miles vs. kilometer,
quart vs. liter, inches vs. centimeter and pound
vs. kilogram. |
Ch. 1 |
TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.06 Know the basic physical properties
of matter. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Describe and determine the general physical
properties of mass, weight, volume, and density. |
Ch. 2 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Explain that because of gravity, weight is a
changeable property of matter. |
Ch. 2 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Explain the relationship between mass, weight,
volume and density. |
Ch. 2 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.07 Investigate and understand the basic
attributes of motion. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Define motion and speed. |
Ch. 5 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Distinguish between and calculate constant speed,
average speed, velocity and acceleration. |
Ch. 5
Vernier Software ultrasonic motion detector. |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Represent constant speed, average speed, and
acceleration through the development and interpretation
of appropriate data tables and graphs. |
Ch. 5,
Lab pg. 318
Ch. 5,
Lab Man # 30 & #31 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.08 Investigate and understand the relationship
between motion and force. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Recognize that objects change their motion only
when a net force is applied. |
Ch. 5 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Define force and differentiate between balanced,
unbalanced and net force. |
Ch. 5 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Describe the effects of friction on motion. |
Ch. 5,
Activity pg. 750,
Lab Manual #32 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.09 Understand that gravity is a universal
force. |
Standard Reference
District |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
State the Law of Universal Gravitation. |
Ch. 5,
Activity pg. 738 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Describe the effect of gravity on falling objects. |
Ch. 5,
Activity pg 739,
Lab Manual #33 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.10 Investigate and understand Newton’s
laws of motion. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Define Newton’s 1st law of motion
and explain the role of inertia. Provide examples. |
Ch. 6,
Vernier Motion sensor software |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Relate force, mass and acceleration as described
in Newton’s 2nd Law. Provide examples. |
Ch. 6,
Vernier Motion sensor software |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Analyze the action and reaction forces and the
role of momentum involved in Newton’s 3rd Law. |
Ch. 6
Vernier Software |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.11 Investigate and understand how fluids
exert pressure and effect motion. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Define pressure. |
Ch. 7 |
EOC, TMA
|
|
02 |
Describe the relationship between pressure,
depth and density of a fluid. |
Ch. 7 |
TMA |
|
03 |
Explain the relationship between fluid pressure
and the buoyant force. Provide examples.(Archimedes’ principle) |
Ch. 7 |
EOC, TMA |
|
04 |
Describe the relationship between pressure and
fluid speed. Provide examples. (Bernoulli’s principal) |
Ch. 7 |
EOC, TMA |
|
05 |
Know that a fluid contained in a vessel exerts
pressure equally, in all directions. Provide
examples. (Pascal’s principle) |
Ch. 7 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.12 Understand potential and kinetic energy. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Distinguish between potential and kinetic energy. |
Ch. 9,
Vernier Software Hall effect force probe or use spring scales |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Recognize examples of kinetic energy and the
various forms of potential energy. |
Ch. 9 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.13 Understand that energy can be transferred
and transformed but it can neither be destroyed
nor created. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Explain the concept of Conservation of Energy. |
Ch. 9 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Reference the Law of Conservation of Energy
to illustrate energy transformations between
Potential and Kinetic energy. |
Ch. 9 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Recognize that total mechanical energy equals
the potential energy plus the kinetic energy |
Ch. 9
Lab Manual #42 |
EOC, TMA |
|
04 |
Describe the different forms of energy and explain
how they can be transformed and transferred. |
Ch. 10 |
EOC, TMA |
|
05 |
Explain how heat energy can be transferred through
conduction, radiation and convection. |
Ch. 10 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Calculate work and power in terms of force,
distance and time. |
Ch. 8 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.14 Know that energy is transferred by
various types of mechanical waves. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Identify the characteristics of waves including
wavelength, frequency and amplitude. |
Ch. 20 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Describe how wave properties influence the energy
transferred by a wave. |
Ch. 20
Vernier Software Light sensor |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Compare and contrast the properties of transverse
and longitudinal waves. |
Ch. 20 |
EOC, TMA |
|
04 |
Explain how sound waves are produced and transmitted. |
Ch. 21
Activities p 773&774
Activity doing pg 615 |
EOC, TMA |
|
05 |
Explain how temperature and the density of the
medium affect the speed of sound. |
Ch. 21
Vernier Software
Microphone/Amp |
EOC, TMA |
|
06 |
Describe and give illustrative examples of the
Doppler effect. |
Ch. 21
Lab pg 636 |
TMA |
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Unit
7 |
Electromagnetic Waves
and Light |
2 weeks |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.15 Know that energy is transferred by
various types of electromagnetic waves. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
01 |
Describe light as an electromagnetic wave |
Ch 22 |
|
|
02 |
Recognize the regions of the electromagnetic
spectrum from least energy, lowest frequency
to highest energy and highest frequency. |
Ch 22 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Describe the uses of electromagnetic waves of
different frequencies. |
Ch 22 |
TMA |
|
04 |
Explain how visible light can be modeled as
a wave or a particle. |
Ch 22
Activity pg 778,
Lab Manual #58, #59, #61
Lab pg 700
Spectroscopes & gas tubes, "Optical illusions connections" pg
688 |
EOC, TMA |
|
05 |
State how the medium affects the speed of light. |
Ch. 22 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.16 Know the basic electrical properties
of matter. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Explain how electric charge is related to particle
motion. |
Ch. 17 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Describe the action and forces that occur between
like and unlike charges. |
Ch. 17 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Demonstrate the methods of electrostatic charging
including friction, conduction & induction. |
Ch 17
Activity pg 757 |
EOC, TMA |
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Instructional Objective
1208.17 Understand electrical current. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Define electric current and state how it is
measured (math formula). |
Ch. 17 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Describe and compare the flow of electrons through
conductors and insulators. |
Ch. 17
Lab manual #48 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Recognize the relationship between current,
voltage and resistance by applying Ohm’s Law. |
Ch. 17
Activity calculating pg 500 |
EOC, TMA |
|
04 |
Explain how a battery provides energy for a
series and parallel circuit. |
Ch. 17
Lab manual #49 or lab in Merrill text pg 564. |
TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.18 Understand magnetism. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Describe magnetism and the behavior of magnetic
poles. |
Ch. 18 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Represent a magnetic field by drawing lines
of force extending from magnets. |
Ch. 18
Lab pg 530
Lab manual #50 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.19 Understand the relationship between
electricity and magnetism. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
State that moving electrical charges produce
magnetic forces and moving magnets produce electrical
forces. |
Ch 18 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Explain the structure and function of electromagnets. |
Ch. 18
Lab pg 522 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Identify the electromagnetic energy transformations
involved in an electric motor and a generator. |
Ch. 18 |
EOC, TMA |
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Unit
9 |
Chemical Properties & Classification
of Matter |
2 weeks |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.20 Know the basic chemical properties
and states of matter. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Describe two chemical properties of matter and
explain what happens during a chemical change. |
Ch. 2 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Review physical properties. |
Ch. 2 |
TMA |
|
03 |
Differentiate between chemical and physical
changes and provide examples of both. |
Ch. 2 |
EOC, TMA |
|
04 |
Describe each of the four states, "phases",
of matter in terms of particle motion, arrangement
and spacing. |
Ch. 3 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.21 Understand that scientists use a classification
system to organize matter by investigating
the differences between elements, compounds,
mixtures and solutions. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Describe and give examples of elements, compounds,
mixtures and solutions. |
Ch. 4 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Describe a solution, identify its two general
parts, and relate the concept of solubility. |
Ch. 4 |
EOC, TMA |
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Unit
10 |
Atomic Theory and Structure |
2 weeks |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.22 Understand the structure of the atom,
know the function and location of the particles
that compose it, and explain how atoms can
exist as isotopes. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Identify, define, and describe the location
of the main subatomic particles as inferred by
the current atomic models. |
Ch. 11 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Compare and contrast how the early models of
atoms support the current atomic model. |
Ch. 11 |
TMA |
|
03 |
Using models of atoms distinguish between and
determine both the atomic number and atomic mass. |
Ch. 11 |
EOC, TMA |
|
04 |
Describe the structure of an isotope. |
Ch. 11 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.23 Understand how scientists have classified
elements by their physical and chemical properties
on a Periodic Table. |
Standard Reference
District |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Identify and label on the Periodic Table, the
general components, such as atomic numbers, atomic
mass, symbols, families/groups and periods. |
Ch. 12 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Explain how elements are arranged on the Periodic
Table by periodic functions of their electron
configuration and properties. |
Ch. 12 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Know that the energy levels of the atom are
filled in a certain manner and that each energy
level has a maximum number it can hold. List
the maximum number each energy level can hold
to at least the third level. |
Ch. 12 |
EOC, TMA |
|
04 |
Describe the distinctive properties of the element
families/groups. |
Ch. 12 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.24 Utilize the information on the periodic
table to predict chemical combinations resulting
from the transferring or sharing of electrons. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Describe what valence electrons are and how
they are involved in the bonding process. |
Ch. 13 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Describe how an atom forms an ion through the
process of ionization. |
Ch. 13 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Compare and contrast the ionic and covalent
bond formation. Identify properties and examples
of each. |
Ch. 13 |
EOC, TMA |
|
04 |
Differentiate between atom/molecule, symbol/formula,
and element/compound |
Ch. 13 |
EOC, TMA |
|
05 |
Use the Periodic Table to predict possible chemical
combinations of atoms using oxidation numbers
of individual atoms and write their formulas. |
Ch. 13 |
EOC, TMA |
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Unit
13 |
Chemical Reactions & Equations |
3 weeks |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.25 Understand how elements and compounds
interact with each other and change properties
in chemical reactions. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Explain that a chemical reaction is accompanied
by a change of properties resulting in the formation
of new substances and a change in energy. |
Ch. 14 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
State the relationship between a chemical reaction
and a chemical equation. |
Ch. 14 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Identify and balance the reactants and products
expressed in a chemical equation. |
Ch. 14 |
EOC, TMA |
|
04 |
Relate the Law of Conservation of Mass to chemical
reactions. |
Ch. 14 |
EOC, TMA |
|
05 |
Describe the difference between an exothermic
and endothermic reaction. State examples of each. |
Ch. 14 |
EOC, TMA |
|
06 |
Identify and explain how various factors affect
the rates of chemical reactions. |
Ch. 14 |
EOC, TMA |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.26 Investigate and understand the properties
and uses of acids and bases. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
State the uses and properties of acids and bases. |
Ch. 15 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Describe how the pH scale and chemical indicators
are used to identify acids and bases. |
Ch. 15 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Understand the process of neutralization. |
Ch. 15 |
TMA |
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Unit
15 |
Carbon Compounds & Energy |
1.5 weeks |
|
Instructional Objective
1208.27 Investigate and understand the properties
and uses of carbon compounds. |
Standard Reference
8-9 PS.2 |
|
No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Distinguish between inorganic and organic compounds. |
Ch. 15 |
TMA |
|
02 |
Describe the structure and function of hydrocarbons. |
Ch. 15 |
TMA |
|
03 |
Investigate petrochemical products and the process
of polymerization. |
Ch. 15 |
TMA |
|
04 |
Describe the characteristics of the biochemicals:
carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic
acids. |
Ch. 15 |
TMA |
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Instructional Objective
1208.28 Understand how radioactive particles
and rays are emitted from radioactive elements,
and that the energy released in nuclear reactions
may be both beneficial and hazardous. |
Standard Reference
District |
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No. |
Performance Objective |
Resource Reference |
Assessment Correlation |
|
01 |
Describe, in general, how radioactivity occurs
including the concepts of half-life and transmutation. |
Ch. 16 |
EOC, TMA |
|
02 |
Describe and contrast the products of radioactive
decay: alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma
rays. |
Ch. 16 |
EOC, TMA |
|
03 |
Identify the uses of radioactive isotopes. |
Ch. 16 |
TMA |
|
04 |
Distinguish between the processes of nuclear
fusion and nuclear fission. Draw a simple diagram
of each process. |
Ch. 16 |
EOC, TMA |
|
05 |
Trace the events, in general, in a nuclear chain
reaction. |
Ch. 16 |
TMA |
|
06 |
Identify current technologies, used to detect
and measure radioactive particles. |
Ch. 16 |
EOC, TMA |
|
07 |
Recognize the benefits that nuclear energy provides
as well as the hazards that can result in its
use. |
Ch. 16 |
EOC, TMA |
Standardized Lab Format
The following components should be included when performing
or designing a scientific investigation:
- Objective : The "question" that
the investigation will try to answer.
- Hypothesis : A "best-guess" or "educated
guess" that answers the question asked in the
Objective. Used mainly with inquiry or investigative
labs.
- Procedures : Steps that must
be followed to accurately complete the investigation.
- Data Collection / Observations :
Data and observations collected from the investigation
should be presented through appropriate data tables
and graphs.
- Conclusion / Analysis :
- Analyze data to accept or reject the hypothesis.
- Ask additional questions as they arise throughout
the investigation.
- Recognize sources of errors and methods for
improvement.
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