How Dense Am I?                                                                Timeline: 4 Weeks     

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Fun science animations:  States of Matter    Interactive Triple Beam Balance    Reading a Graduated Cylinder

Critical Concepts:

-  Apply mathematical strategies and the scientific method to verify observations and solve a problem
-  Use and convert SI units and symbols for length, area, volume, mass and density.
-  Create and interpret data in a graph.
-  Demonstrate the kinetic theory of matter.
-  Distinguish between chemical and physical properties.
-  Observe and separate materials based on properties and characteristics.

Reading Reinforcement: Click Here of the notes from the board

• Science Skills Handbook: pgs. 192 - 217

 Key Vocabulary:

Evaporation

Oxidation

Freezing

Element

Matter

Chemical Properties

State of Matter

Buoyancy

Capacity

Kinetic

Volume

Physical Properties

Practice Problems:  Click on the homework button to get a printable version of the homework. One of the three homework assignments may be excused. 

Be aware of the due dates as they are given.

Will the boat float? - Using your understanding of density, will the boats you make float?

• Question: How do changes in mass and volume of your boat, change its density?
• Materials: Density cubes, Aluminum Foil, Measuring tools, Graduated Cylinder, Electronic Scale, Fish Tank