Chemistry 11:  After completing the Intro Unit Test we completed Lab 2E, which is partly due on Tuesday.  For Tuesday have all of the Calculation and Follow-up Questions finished.  I will give you 20 minutes for a conclusion.

Science 8:  Lab 1-9 Procedure steps 1-6 were competed.  We spent time on pg 63 # 1,3-10 (in sentences) but only up to # 6 is due Tuesday.  We created a Vital Capacity Inquiry lab report and shared the data we measured from Wednesday (VC in mL and height in cm).  A short demo showed the technique for graphing in science, and on Tuesday in class we will all draw a graph of VC vs Height. 

Chemistry 12:  Today we wrote the reaction Kinetics Unit Test, and we spent a little time on Unit 2 # 1-13 (due Wed).   Click here to see the key to the "Extra Rates Problems" optional problem set.  Click here to see the key to the Rates Unit Practice Test.  Click here to see the key to Review of 1.7 & 1.8.  Click here to see the key to the Rates of Reaction with Stoichiometry WS.

 Chemistry:  Today we completed the procedure for Lab 2E and we did the practice test.  On Friday we will do our Intro Unit Test.  Lab 2E will be due on Tuesday.

Chemistry 12:  Unit 1 Test on Friday.  We spent the first half completing the practice test (required) and a few optional review assigments to fine tune our skills.  Chapter 2 was started as well - wrote some brief notes on the characteristics of equilibria, then we started Unit 2 # 1-13 which is due on Tuesday.

Science 8:  Due next class is pg 49 # 1-5 in sentences.  We learned how to operate bunsen burners today, and we used our skills to create simple syrup for lab 1-9.  In the second half we reviewed the respiratory system and measured everyone's height and vital capacity.   We finished off with this Ameoba Sisters clip about the respiratory system.     

Chemistry 12:  After a short review of mechanisms we watched this clip about Catalytic Converters.  We completed the third column in the notes titled Factors Affecting Rates of Reaction, then we started the practice test.  We will have a Unit 1 Test (Rates of Reaction) Friday.  Click here to see the Assignment Log.

Chemistry 11:  We did a mini review of ionic names and formulas, then we discussed how the rules for Covalent Compounds are different.   We read pgs 73 to 74 then did Unit 4 # 8,9, and 66-71 as well as 135-140.   The Intro Unit Practice Test was handed out too.  Our first unit test will be Friday.  Click here to see the Assignment Log.

Science 8:  After a review of cellular respiration, we wrote notes on Materials Entering and Leaving the Cell.  We read pages 42-45, then we started pg 49 # 1-5 in sentences, but this is not due Wednesday.  In the final minutes, we started Lab 2-9 by placing a chicken egg into a vinegar bath to dissolve the shell.  Click here to see the Assignment Log.

 Science 8:  We wrote the 3 characteristics of a system down on our Human Body Systems Placemat after we reviewed the names and functions of a few systems.   We learned the meaning of dilute, concentrated, and diffusion before reading pages 40 - 42.   This animation shows how diffusion works.   In the second half we did a short experiment to answer the question of whether diffusion happens faster in hot water than in cold water.  We wrote the question, a hypothesis, our prediction (based on our procedure), and data and observations.  Nothing is due for next class.

Chemistry 11:  I collected Lab 3A today at the start.  We reviewed naming and writing formulas for ionic compounds. We learned about hydrates for the first time today.  Due Tuesday is Unit 4 # 5 (a-l), 6, and 7.  We prepared lab 2E today.  Our first unit test will be on Friday.  

Chemistry 12:  We reviewed a few topics to start, then we wrote notes on Reaction Mechanisms.  We read section 1.10, 1,11, and 1.12 today.  Due Tuesday is Unit 1 # 54-62.  The work from Friday was not collected (Unit 1 # 46-52) yet.

 Chemistry 11: We did the Density Mini review to start, then we wrote notes on the Particles that make up matter.  We went through the Matter Samples page and determined if they were made of atoms, molecules, ions or a combination of these.  In the second half we did Lab 3A

September 20, 2023

Chemistry 12:  We wrote notes on Collision Theory, and we completed Unit 1 # 29-45 (skip 33) after we read sections 1.7 and 1.8.  Reaction Mechanisms were introduced, and we did the Mechanism Mini Review WS.  Due Monday are Unit 1 # 29-54 and the WS titled "Rates Calculations involving Stoichiometry".  We finished off with a quiz on sections 1.1 to 1.6.

Science 8:  After writing notes on Energy, we read section 18.1 from the old Science Probe 9 and we did # 1-3 on the Energy WS.  In the second half we viewed Williamson's Lake water to see exampes of protists (single celled organisms).  Most of us were able to see some zooplankton (animal-like) and phytoplankton (plant like).  Only the Energy WS # 1-3 is due Friday.

 Chemistry 12:  We started the WS titled Rates of Reaction with Stoichiometry, and this will be due on Friday.

Chemistry 11:  We went over the Measurement and Sig Fig WS, then did Unit 2 # 48-50.  Time was given to complete the Density Lab, then we did a quiz on Significant Figures and measurement.  At the end we looked at the Program Guide for Kings University, as an example to see what information is shown on this list.  Although we don't have a business program at RSS, business is a common field of study and can provide skills that lead to work opportunities and good wages. 

Science 8:  Pg 39 # 3-13 was reviewed but was not collected.  We wrote notes on Mitochondria, then we looked up the 10 forms of energy and wrote them on our Mitochondria notes.  

 Science 8:  We spoke a little about writing clearly when completing assignments, and how your skills will grow if you try your best to write in sentences and use many key terms.  We did the safety True/False review WS.  We wrote a few notes about photosynthesis on our placemats from Friday then we watched this clip about photosynthesis.  We then did pg 29 # 3-13 in sentences where appropriate, and these are due on Tuesday.

Chemistry 12:  Lab 18C was collected today.  After completing the WS titled Rates Mini Review #2, we wrote notes on Enthalpy.  We read section 1.6 and completed Unit 1 # 23-28, which is due on Tuesday. 

Chemistry 11:  Lab 2D was collected at the beginning.  We began by going through the rules of performing calculations and reporting answers to the correct number of significant figures.  We completed the WS titled Measurement and Significant Figures, the we prepared the Density Lab and did most of the procedure. Time will be given to finish this on Tuesday.  

 Science 8:  The Microscope Parts quiz was handed back and we spoke a little about the value of accuracy in student written work.  Learning is the main task, and mistakes are ok, but in general it is important to do the best we can.  We discussed the differences between Extending, Proficient, Developing and Emerging.  A placemat was create and we filled it with brief notes as we read pgs 31 - 34 in textbook.  We watched this clip about cell structure.  At the end we talked about the lytic cycle of viruses, and listed as many viruses as possible (class list:  rabies, HIV, corona, pox, herpes, influenza, hepatitis ).   With our partners, we used the 5 characteristics of living things to show that viruses are not living.  Click here to see the assignments log.

Chemistry 12:  After a short review we spent time writing our conclusion for Lab 18C.  A WS titled "Rates Problems with Stoichiometry" we made available but is not due Monday.  Lab 18C is due Monday (all Questions, Follow -up Questions, and a Conclusion) are due  Monday.  Click here to see the assignment log.

Chemistry 11:  We began with notes on Significant Figures.  We did Unit 2 # 55 verbally together.  The remainder of time was spent finishing all the Questions and Follow-up Questions for Lab 2D, which is due Monday.  Click here to see the assignment log. 

 Chemistry 12:  We did lab 18C today, and due next class is all the graphs from Question & Calculation # 1.   I also offered some extra review of moles concepts from chemistry - this is optional work is not a part of your assessment.  It may make a difference to your overall performance if you completed this work and worked out any wrinkles in your understanding.

Science 8:  I collected pg 31 # 1-6 at the beginning.  We read the 5 characteristics of living things on page 10 and we wrote brief notes about each characteristic.   Pg 21 # 3-5 and 7-10 was completed as well and is due on Friday.  In the second half we did an inquiry: " Which stain shows cell structures the best".  We stained onion cells to see structures within, and repeated this three times with different stains to see which was best.      

Chemistry 11:  Today we began by looking at pictures of mixtures and pure stuff at the atomic level to better our understanding of the Kinetic Molecular Theory.  We prepared Lab 2D, the completed the whole procedure.  Well done!  Click here to see the data for table 2.  Due next class is the WS titled "Atoms and Molecules".   At the very end I collected Unit 3 # 33-39.  Click here to see the assignment log.   

Tuesday, Sept 12

Chemistry 12:  After a mini review of rates of reaction we read section 1.4 and completed # 17-19.  We prepared Lab 18C for Thursday in the same way we did in Chemistry 11.   Click here to see the key for the mini review WS.

Science 8:  After a short review of cell anatomy and microscope anatomy, we read pgs 22 to 30 in our Science Probe 8.  We spent some time talking about how to read science textbooks.  Mr. Gale read pg 22 to 24 to you and did his best to point out many text feature like bolded words, titles, and subtitles.  Students read pg 25 - 30 silently then completed pg 31 # 1-6 in sentences. Pg 31 is due Thursday.  We finished with a practice quiz on microscope anatomy.

Chemistry 11:  We took notes on the Categories of Matter, then we read section 3.3 and filled in brief notes on Mechanical Mixtures and Solutions.  Unit 3 # 33-39 was competed, and is due on Wednesday.  We finished with a short discussion on separating mixtures - we brainstormed how some mixtures might be separated into their individual components: 

1) contents of a pencil case, a classic mechanical mixture (you would separate the different components mechanically)

2) a mixture of 2 gases (someone suggested cooling it until one gas condenses, then drain off that liquid)

3) a mixture of sand, salt, iron bits, and sawdust (!!)

4) a mixture of two food colorings (what?)

 Chemistry 11:  Today we learned how to measure to one tenth of the smallest division and write the correct number of digits when measuring.  Due next day is the WS titled Measurement and Significant Figures.  We also spent some time observing samples of matter and writing down physical properties.  I collected the Unit 3 problems from Friday:  U3 1-3, 5, 13-19.  

Science 8:  Today we started by reviewing microscope and cell anatomy.  We took notes on Cell Anatomy, then we made wet mounts of letter "e" and dry mounts of criss-crossed hairs.  Like scientists do, we wrote observations by drawing the field (that means we sketched what we could see in the microscope).  

Chemistry 12:  After a short review we took notes on Rates of Reaction.  We read section 1.3 and due next class is Unit 1 # 10-17.  This animation is useful for visualizing how reactions happen.

Chemistry 11:  We looked at the answer key for the "States of Matter" WS and we went over the Scientific Notation WS.  A short survey was completed, so your instructor knows a little more about you.  We read through a list of lab safety rules and we categorized the rules as A (all students know this already), S (some students know this), F (few students know this) or ? (if you are not sure of the meaning).  We began reading sections 1.1 to 1.6 in Hebdon Chemistry 11 and completing the map that is described in the reading. More time will be given for this task tomorrow.

Chemistry 12:  We began by reviewing the Rates WS answer key and some of the key terms learned Wednesday (rate of reaction, spectrophotometer, etc).  We read sections 1.1 and 1.2 in Hebdon Chemistry 12 and completed Unit 1 # 1-9, which is due Friday.  

Science 8:  We reviewed the classroom safety equipment (name and how to use it) as well as the classroom safety rules.  Time was spent learning the names of lab equipment, and we made a 3 column table where we write the name and function of 10 pieces of equipment, along with sketches.  Tables need to tidy and easy to read, with rows and columns that line up.  In the final minutes we talked about how in Science that questions are answered by performing experiments.  We brainstormed how we would use the equipment to decide which travel mug (Mr. Gale's silver thermos or Ms. Wood's fancy peach colored mug) is better at insulating hot chocolate.