Chemistry 11:  After a brief review of safety topics, we created a 3 column on our notes from Friday (headings:  Name/Physical Properties/Category) and we looked at about a dozen different materials and recorded their physical properties.  A little time was provided to finish reading Unit 1 (pages 1-8 in Hebdon) and complete the map as per the instructions in the text.  In the second half we learned about how scientists measure (to the nearest one-tenth of the smallest division) and how the last digit in scientific measurements is called the uncertain digit because it depends on the measurer's opinion.  We started the Measurement Intro WS.  

Chemistry 12:  

Friday, September 11th

Chemistry 12:  Unit 1 # 1-9 was handed in first.  After a successful fire drill we completed Lab 7A from a hand out.  We recorded data and started the analysis right on the Lab 7A hand-out.  Lab 7A is not due Monday, we will work on it during class. No work is due for Monday, but please ensure your supplies are all sorted out.

Chemistry 11:  We reviewed safety topics and read through the safety rules at the start of the Heath Lab Manual.  The rules were categorized according to how familiar students are with them (Most Students know, Some Students Know, Few students Know) and we had a special column for rules that are completely new and unfamiliar.  We wrote brief notes on Chemistry before the end of the period.  No work is due for Monday, but please ensure your supplies are all sorted out.

Chemistry 11:  After completing the mini WS on Scientific Notation, we read sections 1.1 to 1.5 in Hebdon.  We added items to Wednesday's map that were indicated in the reading.  We marked the KMT WS with an answer key too. 

Chemistry 12:  We checked the Rates of Reaction WS with an answer key, then we read sections 1.1 and 1.2 in Hebdon 12. Unit 1 # 1-9 are due tomorrow, Friday.

September 9

Chemistry 11:  We began with a short review of safety topics (classroom safety gear and fire drill procedures), then we dove into the Kinetic Molecular Theory.  We melted and solidified some Wood's metal, which has a melting point of approximately 65C.  We completed the KMT worksheet next, and this is due on Thursday.  In the last few minutes we reviewed Scientific Notation.  Please have your outline signed by your adult and show it to me in class.

Chemistry 12:  We reviewed safety, then destroyed a penny in an effort to learn about Rates of Reaction.  A WS titled Rates of Reaction was completed and is due on Thursday.  We went to get our textbooks today - please bring both texts to each class.  Please have your outline signed by your adult and show it to me in class.

 Science 9:  We began with a review of ionic compounds, then while Mr. Gale marked the Cell Division &Reproduction Test we completed a year-end review of Chemistry.  The practice tests were handed back and we marked the MC section together.  We will have a unit test on Friday.  In second half we made a placemat then read section 4.7 in the old Probe 9 to learn about Reproductive Technologies.  Page 136 # 1-8, 13, 15, and 16 are due next class.    This video shows part of the process for ICSI.  No Reproductive Technology info will be on Friday's unit test.

Science 8:  First, page 109 # 2,3, 5-13 was handed back - please read the comments on yours.   If I have not seen this, please complete it and give it to me.  We looked at some infected gums and spoke about the Innate Immune Response.  After making a placemat, we read pages 110 - 114  and wrote brief notes.  This clip explains how vaccines work.  Next was Cells and Systems Practice Test, which was partially marked today and handed back.  Click here to see the key.  Test next class.  In the second half we reviewed the Matter Unit by completing the Conduction Lab.  

Science 9:  We began with a review of ionic compounds, then while Mr. Gale marked the Cell Division &Reproduction Test we completed a year-end review of Chemistry.  The practice tests were handed back and we marked the MC section together.  We will have a unit test on Friday.  In second half we made a placemat then read section 4.7 in the old Probe 9 to learn about Reproductive Technologies.  Page 136 # 1-8, 13, 15, and 16 are due next class.    This video shows part of the process for ICSI.  No Reproductive Technology info will be on Friday's unit test.

Science 9:  We began with a review of atoms/molecules/ions and pure/mixture.  Next we completed the Cell Division and Reproduction Practice Test, which is due next class.  Test on Friday.  

Science 8:  We began with a short discussion about the Innate and Acquired Immune Response. We listed a number of different pathogens on the flippit, on the final panel. Our categories were Viruses, Bacteria, Protists, and Other.   This clip explains the Immune System in a little more detail than we need.  Page 109 # 2,3,5-13 in sentences was collected, then we completed the Chemistry Year End Review assignment.  Test on Friday on the Biology Unit.

Monday, June 8

Science 8:  We reviewed speed and frequency first by watching this clip of a world record 50 m freestyle swimming race.  We read pages 103 to 105 to learn about the innate and acquired immune response, and we added brief notes to our flippits. Mr. Gale came around to look at the Measurement Year-End review, but he only made it half way around the room.  Due next class is page 109 # 2,3, 5-13.  

Science 9:  We began by reviewing Bohr Diagrams for both atoms and ions.  We then finished our project of making a Cross-Word puzzle using Microsoft Excel.  Only page 121 # 1-8, 12, 13 are due for Tuesday.

Science 9:  We went over page 121 (# 1-6 only, we will mark the rest on Monday.  Please have it finished.). We watched this clip about human embryonic development, then we drew a pedigree chart for ourself (or for a famous family:  Kardashians, Potters, Royal family, Simpsons).  This website shows fertility rate by country, and we had a short discussion about factors that affect fertility rate.    In the last portion of the class we worked on our Review Cross Word.  Only page 121 is due for Monday.  Please spend some time reviewing for your Science 9 Final Exam.

Science 8:  We reviewed body systems (can you trace the path that an oxygen molecule takes to get from your mouth to your big toe?) then we all created a flippit.  We read pages 100 to 103 and took brief notes on 4 ways to transmit pathogens, as well as the First Line of Defense in our immune system.  This video helped us understand how viruses can harm our cells.  We finished by brainstorming all the viruses we knew (influenza, pox, rhinovirus, herpes, corona ).  Please spend some time reviewing for your Science 8 Final Exam.

Science 9: After going through the page 116 assignment we completed Lab 3A: Sexual Reproduction in Flowers. We completed all the procedure and Analysis Questions d, f-j (analysis in sentences, please).  In the second half we took brief notes on Embryonic Development, then we read section 4.3 in the old Probe 9.  We started page 121 # 1-8, 12, 13.  All this work should be done for Friday, tomorrow.

Thursday, June 3rd

Science 9 :  We marked page 116 from last day first, then we did Lab 3A (Flower Dissection).  Analysis d, f-j are due next class.  We watched from 16:00 to 29:30 on this documentary about flowering plants, then we did some year end review.  First, we reviewed key terms from all the units we have covered, then we started a crossword puzzle.  No Homework is due for Friday - please spend 20 minutes after dinner reviewing work in your science binder. 

Science 8:  After going through page 89 # 1-5, we read pages 90 - 92 and completed page 95 # 1-5, 7-11, 13, 18 (half in sentences).  In the second half we reviewed ideas from back in January and February.  We measured mass and volume to the nearest one-tenth of the smallest division.  We performed an inquiry with a partner:  "Which has the greatest density:  iron, aluminum, or siderite?".  No Vibranium samples were available for testing.  The Measuring Year-End review assignment was completed last.  No Homework is due for Friday - please spend 20 minutes after dinner reviewing work in your science binder.