Students will learn about the history of the atom that includes the scientists that have contributed a plethora of scientific knowledge about their work with the atom and their significant discoveries.
Week Eight: Cell Structures & Functions
Students will learn about the structures and functions of the cell organelles and be able to compare and contrast an animal cell with a plant cell. Furthermore, they will distinguish between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.
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Week Five: Matter: Properties & Change
Students will explore and learn about the physical and chemical properties of matter through their observation and experimentation on various chemical substances that play a key role in their daily lives.
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Week Five: Biochemistry
Students will examine and learn about carbon compounds, and how these compounds are an integral part of the molecules of life.
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Week Four: Determining Density
Students will further reinforce the scientific method by using its process to determine, graph, and analyze the densities of five small, regular & irregular objects.
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Week Four: Cellular Observation
Students will use the light compound microscope to observe different types of cells along with other non-living cells or structures.
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Week Three: Analyzing Data
Students will focus their attention on analyzing data in terms of units and measurements as well as scientific notation and the uncertainty in data that is observed and/or measured.
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Week Three: Microscopic Study
Students will learn and use the light compound microscope as it pertains to cells and microorganisms and the importance of this valuable tool in our daily lives.
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Week Two: Scientific Method (Cont’d)
Students will explore the scientific method by determining which brand of paper towel is the best to use in their daily lives.
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Week One: Explore & Inquiry
All biology and chemistry students will start the school year by inquiring and exploring the world around us through the use and the application of the scientific method.
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