Science 7
his year in science we will be learning the physical setting aspects of the New York State Intermediate Science Curriculum. The topics include Physics and Chemistry.
Content includes:
Lab safety
Scientifc Inquiry
Motion and Forces
Simple machines
Energy- waves, forms
Other physics topics
Electricity and magnetism
Matter-solids, liquids, gases, density, phase changes
Atoms
Elements- the periodic table
Other Chemistry topics
Materials needed in Class Everyday
Notebook, a composition notebook is preferred
folder or 3 ring binder for handouts
Pens and pencils
Grading:
Homework must be completed by the start of class to receive full credit
Participation/projects/homework
Laboratory and hands-on activities
We will usually have a quiz during the units and a test at the end of each unit.
Absences:
Absences need to be made up after school as soon as possible. Any missed handouts will be stored in a designated folder. It is the responsibility of the student to complete missed assignments, lab activities, quizzes, and/or tests.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/physics/electromagneti-spectrum.html
Magnetism
http://www.school-for-champions.com/science/magnetism.htm#.UzxBuahdVad
http://periodic.lanl.gov/default.htm
http://www.lenntech.com/periodic-chart.htm
Content includes:
Lab safety
Scientifc Inquiry
Motion and Forces
Simple machines
Energy- waves, forms
Other physics topics
Electricity and magnetism
Matter-solids, liquids, gases, density, phase changes
Atoms
Elements- the periodic table
Other Chemistry topics
Materials needed in Class Everyday
Notebook, a composition notebook is preferred
folder or 3 ring binder for handouts
Pens and pencils
Grading:
Homework must be completed by the start of class to receive full credit
Participation/projects/homework
Laboratory and hands-on activities
We will usually have a quiz during the units and a test at the end of each unit.
Absences:
Absences need to be made up after school as soon as possible. Any missed handouts will be stored in a designated folder. It is the responsibility of the student to complete missed assignments, lab activities, quizzes, and/or tests.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/physics/electromagneti-spectrum.html
Magnetism
http://www.school-for-champions.com/science/magnetism.htm#.UzxBuahdVad
http://periodic.lanl.gov/default.htm
http://www.lenntech.com/periodic-chart.htm