Chemistry 12:  We began the Acids and Bases Unit today with some sour candies and brief notes.  We read section 4.1 to 4.3 and completed # 1-10 in Unit 4.  The second half was spent completing the Solubility Practice test - WR #6 is not fair and can be omitted.  Click here to see the key.  The practice Test is due on Tuesday, and the Solubility Unit Test is on Wednesday.

Science 8:  We marked part of the Chemistry Practice Test, which was due today. The answer key is posted here.  We worked on the Heat Lab today.  First was a demonstration of Convection, and we sketched the convection tube and explained in brief point form how convection currents occur.  Part D was a  more advanced experiment to see which metal was the best conductor:  Steele, Copper, Brass, Nickel, or Aluminum.   A bar graph was drawn to show the results and everyone was asked to sketch a superior cooking pot with lid, showing the best places for specific metals to be used.  We finished off by learning about angles and how to draw them carefully.  

Grade 8 Boys Volleyball:

North Zone Play-offs in Lumby.  Matches at 4:00. 6:00, and possibly 7:00.  Leave the school at 11:45 am.  

Roster announced soon.