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Unit 1: Matter (Broken up into 3 sub-units and Tests)
Essential Questions:
What are the characteristics/properties of matter?
What is the relationship between characteristics of matter and Earth’s structure?
Supporting Questions:
What are the characteristics of different types of matter?
How does density and particle size affect earth material?
How does density affect Earth’s layers/structure?
Key Vocabulary Terms:
What are the characteristics/properties of matter?
What is the relationship between characteristics of matter and Earth’s structure?
Supporting Questions:
What are the characteristics of different types of matter?
How does density and particle size affect earth material?
How does density affect Earth’s layers/structure?
Key Vocabulary Terms:
Atmosphere
Atom Crust Density |
Diffusion
Gas Liquid Models |
Mass (Weight)
Matter Molecule Particle |
Solid
Temperature Heat energy Volume |
Student Learning Outcomes (Objectives)
*What you need to know for the quizzes, tests and the end-of-year state exam (SAGE).
Test 1
1. I can compare the size of atoms to other objects.
2. I can explain the differences between atoms and molecules. (e.g., atoms combine to make molecules).
3. I can diagram the arrangement of particles in the physical states of matter. (i.e., solid, liquid, gas).
4. I can explain that atomic models are not perfect, but can help us learn about atoms and their characteristics.
5. I can provide examples of how the atomic model has changed through the years because we have learned more about the atom.
Test 2
6. I can measure mass using a balance, and volume using a graduated cylinder, and record my data.
7. I can use observations to compare different densities of solids and liquids.
8. I can design experiments to calculate the different densities of solids, and liquids.
9. I can design an experiment to measure the density of different gasses.
10. I can describe the relationship between mass and volume as it relates to density.
Test 3
11. I can cite evidence that shows that particles are in constant motion.
12. I can compare the motion of particles at various temperatures by measuring changes in the volume of gases, liquids, or solids.
13. I can design and conduct an experiment investigating the diffusion of particles.
14. I can formulate and test a hypothesis on the relationship between temperature and motion of particles.
15. I can describe the impact of expansion and contraction of solid materials on the design of buildings, highways, and other structures.
Test 1
1. I can compare the size of atoms to other objects.
2. I can explain the differences between atoms and molecules. (e.g., atoms combine to make molecules).
3. I can diagram the arrangement of particles in the physical states of matter. (i.e., solid, liquid, gas).
4. I can explain that atomic models are not perfect, but can help us learn about atoms and their characteristics.
5. I can provide examples of how the atomic model has changed through the years because we have learned more about the atom.
Test 2
6. I can measure mass using a balance, and volume using a graduated cylinder, and record my data.
7. I can use observations to compare different densities of solids and liquids.
8. I can design experiments to calculate the different densities of solids, and liquids.
9. I can design an experiment to measure the density of different gasses.
10. I can describe the relationship between mass and volume as it relates to density.
Test 3
11. I can cite evidence that shows that particles are in constant motion.
12. I can compare the motion of particles at various temperatures by measuring changes in the volume of gases, liquids, or solids.
13. I can design and conduct an experiment investigating the diffusion of particles.
14. I can formulate and test a hypothesis on the relationship between temperature and motion of particles.
15. I can describe the impact of expansion and contraction of solid materials on the design of buildings, highways, and other structures.
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Matter: Test 2--Mass, Volume and Density
We will be learning how to measure mass and volume of various substances. Below is a video that teaches how to use a triple beam balance to measure mass.