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This week we are focusing on particles using these focus questions: Can particles move? video and what causes particles to move ? video Students predicted, drew models, and constructed explanation about mixing of hot and cold water and diffusion of a food coloring in a liquid at different temperature. (INB Pages 11-14 )

Measurement quiz tomorrow: Density: calculation and determining unknowns. Interpreting graphs: Identifying independent and dependent variables. Accuracy/ Precision and percent error Construction explanation based on observation ( colorful solution)

Students have explored crosscutting concepts in science: Patterns, cause and effect, systems models, stability and change, scale and proportion, and structure and function. Also, we are working on measurements of objects and data representation and analysis ( e.g reading graphs and tables). Next week, we will start with the Energy unit.

Use your INB and iLearn to study for the test. The test consists of a multiple choice question and short answers on matter and thermal energy .  Study the vocabulary (need/nice to know), reflections of each lesson, and watch the videos and resources provided on ilearn. iLearn codes per hour: Second hour : Yqraar   …

Describe the properties of matter:  solids, liquids, and gases,  in terms of particle motion, arrangement,and forces of attraction using a thinking map on a molecular level. 4th, 6th hour due Tuesday 10/16 2nd, 3rd hour due Wednesday 10/17 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwGim-eceS8

Today, students explored gas properties using a Phet Simulation. They designed  tested, and evaluated different methods to lift off the lid of a container using a combination of variables: volume, temperature, and amount of particles.  If your computer is compatible with this program you can go to the actual website and practice.

This unit activity will place students in the role of scientists as they use observational and critical thinking skills to analyze and hypothesize about an image of Mars. Students will determine what they think to be scientifically interesting by making visual observations and rank their observations in order of importance. (please refer to ilearn page…