Chemistry 11:  We took notes on branched alkanes and we did Organic WS #2.  We also prepared Lab 7B, and we will do this Friday.  We will also have a quiz on the names of the 10 alkanes, in order, from one carbon to ten carbons long.

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Science 8:  We began by marking pg 413 # 1-5 from our Science Probe 8 textbook. We then watched a few minutes of Volcano!, a National Geographic documentary about the Crafts (a couple from France who were famous volcano experts).  We did activity 17A, where we used mapping data to determine the speed of the Pacific Plate as it passes over the Mid Pacific Hotspot and forms the Hawaiian Island chain.  Due Thursday is analysis a-f from activity 17A.

Chemistry 11:  We took notes on Organic Chemistry, then we did Organic WS #1 which is due Wednesday.  In the last few minutes we brainstormed how to find the concentration of NaCl in our mini Dead Sea containers (saturated sodium chloride solutions)

  

 Science 8:  We wrote notes on the Theory of Plate Tectonics, then we read pgs 505 to 507 in the Science Probe 10 textbook.  Due Monday is page 508 # 1-6 and 13.   Click here to see the assignment log.

Chemistry 11:  We learned how to write dissolving reaction equations, then we used the ratios to find the concentration of ions in solution.  Due Monday is the WS titled  "Calculating the Concentration of Ions".  We also made mini Dead Seas, and next week we will determine the concentration of NaCl in the saturated sodium chloride solution.  Click here to see the assignment log.

 Chemistry 11:  Today we did Lab 16A (Polar and Non-Polar Solutes and Solvents).  Do all of the Questions, but skip the Follow-up questions.  We also learned about diluting solutions, and started U5 # 78-82, 87, and 89.  Click here to see the assignment log.

Science 8:  We learned about continental drift, and created a model of Pangaea using fossil evidence to place the continents.    We read a short article about Wegener and his list of evidence for continental drift.  Of course, today we don't worry about his evidence too much because we can measure the positions of the continents carefully using modern technology.  We watched this clip to see an animation drifting continents.  In the second half we looked a map of our area of BC and labelled the towns, rivers, lakes, steams, mountains, and dams.   On the back is a crossword that can be completed too.

 Chemistry 11:  We wrote the Atomic Theory Test today.  Finish the "Review of Molarity" WS from last week.

Science 8:  After a short review of seismology, we did Activity 13E where we used earthquake data to make predictions about the structures found under our Earth's crust.  No one has ever been there, or has drilled past a few km, so learning about the Earth's interior is challenging.  We measured from scale diagrams, converted to real distances, calculated speeds, and estimated the size of the liquid outer core.  In the final minutes we named all of the local peaks, and reviewed the rivers/streams/lakes between them.  Be sure to have enough paper, pencils and such to get you through the last 4 weeks of regular classes. 

 Chemistry 11:  After a short review of mountains, isotopes, and subatomic particles, we did the Atomic Theory Practice Test.  Click here to see the key.  The WS titled "Review of Molarity" is not due.  We will have test on Tuesday on Atomic Theory.

Science 8:  Today we used maps, compasses, and earthquake data to locate an epicenter location.  We also listed all of the rivers, lakes, and streams that could be accessed with a bike ride.  This is what we came up with: Columbia River, Illecillewaet River, Jordan River, Begbie Creek, Greeley Creek,  Tum Tum, Martha Creek, Bridge Creek,  Lake Revelstoke, Williamson's Lake, Montana Creek, Echo Lake, Eva Lake.

 Chemistry 11:  We began by reviewing Lab 12B, and we wrote names and bond angles onto some of the molecules (planar, tetrahedral, trigonal pyramidal, linear).  We also spoke about the difference between polar and non-polar objects, and applied this to molecules.  Examples of symmetrical and asymmetrical molecules were shown, using Hebdon's "string pulling" analogy.  After writing brief notes on Intermolecular bonding we read pages 179-181 and 198 - 202.  Due Friday is Unit 8 # 74-77 and Unit 9 # 10-12.  In the second half everyone was assigned a standard solution to make, using either sucrose, MgCl2, or MgSO4.  We took notes on solutions, and we began the "Review of Molarity" WS, but this is not due.  On Tuesday we will have a test on Atomic Theory.   Click here to see the Chem 11 Assignment Log.

 Science 8:  We began with a review of the continents and oceans, because we are doing the Geology Unit Last.  We took notes on Seismology, and we practiced being P and S waves by walking across the classroom with a partner, ensuring that the first person was about twice as fast as the second half.  We read from an old Science Probe 9 text about Earthquakes, and we did Activity 10E and 10F (all procedure, and discussion questions # 1-3).  In the second half we went to the track and paced out 100 m.  We created a table to calculate the steps needed for 10m, 1 km, 1000 km, and 40 000 km.  It was important that large numbers were written in batches of 3 digits (from the right end).  Commas are not used in Science numbers.  Like this:  "The world is about 40 000 000 m in circumference.".  Our last task was to find an epicenter for an earthquake.  We started with seismograms from 5 cities, and we measured the arrival time for P and S waves.  On Friday we will use a compass to triangulate the data and find the epicenter.  Wow, what a terrific class - you accomplished a lot!  Click here to see the assignment log.

Chemistry 11:  we did Lab 12B today, but only procedure steps # 1-2 and 4.  We drew molecules showing the correct bond angles and arrangement of atoms - trying to show 3D shape on 2D paper.  Some of us got a start on Unit 8 # 26 a-f.  Click here to see the Chem 11 Assignment Log

Science 8:  We completed our Optics Test today.  We will start Earth Science tomorrow.

May 15th

Science 8:  We reviewed optics for a while.  Then we watched this clip about constructing a giant concave mirror.  For the last portion we did the Waves and Optics Practice Test.  We will have a test on Tuesday on Optics and Waves.

Chemistry 11:  We wrote notes on Covalent Bonding after we went through the Lewis Dot Structures DIY WS.  We read pgs 176 - 199, then we completed U8 # 68-72 and 86 (a-f).  These exercises are due next class.

Science 8:  We read pgs 216 - 223 about applications of optics.  We made sketches and wrote notes on telescopes, microscopes, binoculars, and cameras.

Chemistry 11:  We did the homemade WS on Lewis Dot Structures, then we finished the procedure for Lab 6E.  Only the homemade WS is due Monday.  

May 11, 2023 

Science 8:  We began with a discussion on Human Eye anatomy, and we watched this video on laser eye surgery.  We read about problems with human vision (pgs 208 to 210), and we completed pg 210 # 1-7 in quality point form.  I marked everyone's pg 205 # 1-5 from Tuesday's class.  In the second half, we did Lab 6-4, the Sheep's Eye Dissection. Only pg 210 # 1-7 is due on Friday.

 Chemistry 11:  Today I collected Unit 8 # 31-39.  We took notes on Ionic Bonding, then we read pgs 170-175, and we completed 53-55 and 57 - 64 in unit 8.  In the second half we did Lab 6E and were able to complete Calculation # 1 today.  We will finish Lab 6E on Friday.  We spent the last 5 minutes looking at the CLC guidebook, and this year's Grade 12 important Dates, to get a sense of what happens next year.

Career Life Connections Intro Seminar

Welcome Grade 11s!   CLC is your final careers course before graduation!   Lets start it today.

Agenda                                                                                                                  

1)  What is CLC?  What format does the course take?  Read the CLC Course Snapshot, which is on page 2 of the CLC Guidebook.

2)  Capstone Project Description.  

    - A project that is substantial, personally meaningful, connected to your preferred future in some way.

    - 4 Categories of projects to choose from

    - Review this list of sample projects.   Can you identify your project now?

3)  Navigate to the CLC Guidebook on the RSS Website, and find the list of tasks on pg 4.  Begin completing tasks 1-5 now. 

4)  Overview of options for after high school graduation.

Useful research links:  Education Planner BC,...Skilled Trades BC, ...Work BC, ... Alberta ALIS

 5)  A few trades to consider - watch these videos.

Baker

Sheet Metal Fabricator

Autobody Repair Technician

HVAC Technician

Mobile Crane Operator

Monday, May 8th

Chemistry 11:  After a short review of atomic structure, we took notes on the Modern Periodic Table.  We read pgs 160 - 164, and we completed Unit 8 # 31-39.  A little time was given to finish Lab 11A part III (Parts I and II should already be done).   We finished by adding notes to our graphs of atomic radii and Ionization Energy.  Click here to see the Chem 11 Assignment Log

Science 8:  We did the Convex Lens Lab today - a complex task, with serious math and measurement, all done in the dark.  Well done!  All of the lab sheet is due except questions # 4,5, and 6. 

 Chemistry 11:  Today I collected Lab 20C and Unit 8 #13-19 & 22.  We did Lab 11A after we reviewed Bohr Diagrams.  We did the procedure of all 3 parts, but we did not make a lab report, nor did we do any questions or a conclusion.  

Science 8:  Today I collected pg 186 # 1-6 and 189 # 2-5 and 9.  We reviewed the anatomy of the human eye, then we read pgs 190 - 193.  Due Monday is pg 197 # 1-11, half in sentences.  Click here to see the assignment log.

 Science 8:  We used a concave mirror to create a real, small, and upright image of Mount Begbie and school ground trees onto paper.  We wrote notes on Mirrors, then we read pgs 182 - 186.  In sentences, we completed pg 186 # 1-6 and pg 189 # 2-5 & 9.  These problems are due Friday.  In the second half we did Lab 5-8, including the three analysis questions.  Reading pages 190 to 195 will help in learning about lenses.  We finished by learning about the anatomy of the human eye.  

Chemistry 11:  After the Reactions Unit Practice Test was collected, we did the Reactions Unit Test.  Following this, time was given to work on Lab 20C (all questions & a fine conclusion) as well as Unit 8 # 13-19 and 22.  Both of these tasks are due on Friday.  We looked at the evidence for subatomic particles, including a real Cathode Ray Tube, [shows us electrons] as well as an amimation of Rutherford's Gold Foil Experiment [indicates a small, dense, positive nucleus]  We also looked at some pics of an recreation of Rutherford's actual experimental set up.  

Tuesday, May 2nd

Chemistry 11:  Wednesday, tomorrow, we will have a Reactions Unit Test.  Today we wrote notes on Atomic Theory, then we read pg 139 -148.  Lab 20C, with a  Conclusion, is due Friday.  The Practice Test is due Wednesday at the start of class.  Click here to view the Reactions Practice Test answer key.

Science 8:  We reviewed reflection and refraction, then we used some concave mirrors to cast a real, inverted image of Crusty the Clown onto a screen.  With the image in focus, we measured the focal length of the mirror.  We did Lab 5-7, but this is not due Thursday.  Read pages 168 - 175.

Friday, April 29

Chemistry 11:  Today we worked on the Practice Test and Lab 20C.   Due Tuesday is the Practice Test and Lab 20C (all questions, no conclusion).  We will have a test on the Reactions Unit on Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023.

Science 8:  We went through pg 171 # 1-5, then we learned about refraction.  We watched this clip to try to understand why light refracts when it enters glass or plastic.  We did lab 5-3, and we only recorded the path of the light ray as it entered the block and as it exited the block.  We measured the angle of incidence and angle of refraction at each boundary, for a total of 4 angle measurements.  Angles are always measured agains the normal.