Title: 03159 Physical Science (formerly Science Exploration)
Length: 1 year, 1 credit
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Environmental Science?
Description: Physical Science courses involve study of the structures and states of matter. Typically (but not always) offered as introductory survey courses, they may include such topics as forms of energy, wave phenomenon, electromagnetism, and physical and chemical interactions.
Text: Physical Science with Earth and Space Science. Holt, Rinehart, and Winston. ISBN 9780030498633.
Unit | Time | Objectives | Common Core Standards | Assessments |
Introduction to Chemistry | Chapter 1 Introduction to Science 9 days Chapter 2 Matter 11 days Chapter 3 States of Matter 12 days Chapter 5 Periodic Table 12 days | · Describe the scientific method and the steps involved · Use and convert metric units of mass, volume, and length · Reinforcement of proper safety in the science laboratory · Describe the general properties of matter · Explain and give examples of physical properties and physical changes · Explain and give examples of chemical properties and chemical changes · Classify matter as elements, compounds, solutions or mixtures · Explain the development and design of the periodic table · Compare the properties of different families of elements and account for these properties | · RST.9-10.3 Follow precisely a complex multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks, attending to special cases or exceptions defined in the text. · RST.9-10.4 Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 9–10 texts and topics. · RST.9-10.5 Analyze the structure of the relationships among concepts in a text, including relationships among key terms (e.g., force, friction, reaction force, energy) · RST.9-10.7 Translate quantitative or technical information expressed in words in a text into visual form (e.g., a table or chart) and translate information expressed visually or mathematically (e.g., in an equation) into words. · RST.9-10.9 Compare and contrast findings presented in a text to those from other sources (including their own experiments), noting when the findings support or contradict previous explanations or accounts. · WHST.9-10.1.a. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that establishes clear relationships among the claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. · WHST.9-10.1.b. Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying data and evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both claim(s) and counterclaims in a discipline-appropriate form and in a manner that anticipates the audience’s knowledge level and concerns. · WHST.9-10.1.c. Use words, phrases, and clauses to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims. · WHST.9-10.1.d. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. · WHST.9-10.1.e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from or supports the argument presented. · WHST.9-10.6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products, taking advantage of technology’s capacity to link to other information and to displayinformation flexibly and dynamically. · WHST.9-10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a selfgenerated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. · WHST.9-10.10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for reflection and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences. | · Chapter Test 1 · Chapter 1 Vocab Quiz · Organizing Data/Making Line Graphs · Measurement Lab · Chapter Test 2 · Chapter 2 Vocab Quiz · Making and Interpreting Bar Graphs and Pie Charts · Mystery Mixture Lab Activity · Reactivity Lab Activity · Finding Density Lab · Can You Separate a Mixture? Lab/Lab Report · Chapter Test 3 · Chapter 3 Vocab Quiz · How are Temperature and Volume Related? Lab · Boiling and Freezing Lab · Chapter Test 5 · Chapter 5 Vocab Quiz · Element Glogster · Daily Journaling |
Astronomy | Chapter 19 The Solar System 8 days Chapter 20 The Universe 9 days Constellations 10 days | · Describe the difference between the inner and the outer planets · Describe the Copernican revolution · Explain current models for the formation of the solar system and moon · Describe major structures in the universe, including stars and galaxies · Explain how scientists study stars · Overview of the accomplishments of astronomers · Explain the life cycle of a star · Compare how different galaxies evolve · Discuss theories of the universe’s origins and future | · RST.9-10.2 Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; trace the text’s explanation or depiction of a complex process, phenomenon, or concept; provide an accurate summary of the text. · RST.9-10.4 Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 9–10 texts and topics. · RST.9-10.5 Analyze the structure of the relationships among concepts in a text, including relationships among key terms (e.g., force, friction, reaction force, energy) · WHST.9-10.2.a. Introduce a topic and organize ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. · WHST.9-10.2.b. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. · WHST.9-10.2.c. Use varied transitions and sentence structures to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts. · WHST.9-10.2.d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to manage the complexity of the topic and convey a style appropriate to the discipline and context as well as to the expertise of likely readers. · WHST.9-10.2.e. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. · WHST.9-10.2.f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented (e.g., articulating implications or the significance of the topic). · WHST.9-10.6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products, taking advantage of technology’s capacity to link to other information and to display information flexibly and dynamically. · WHST.9-10.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. · WHST.9-10.10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for reflection and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences. | · Chapter Test 19 · Chapter 19 Vocab Quiz · Chapter Test 20 · Chapter 20 Vocab Quiz · Constellation Presentations · Clash of the Titans Project · Daily Journaling |
Earth Science | Chapter 21 Planet Earth Chapter 22 The Atmosphere | · Discuss the composition of the Earth’s interior · Discuss the theory of plate tectonics · Describe the causes and classification of earthquakes and volcanoes · Mineral and rock identification using classification keys · Compare the properties of different kinds of rocks · Explain the rock cycle and how different rocks form · Discuss the characteristics of each layer of Earth’s atmosphere · Describe ozone depletion, the greenhouse effect, and global warming · Explain the movement of water through the water cycle · Explain air pressure, the cause of winds, and global wind patterns · Discuss weather maps, fronts, severe weather conditions, and local and global climate | · RST.9-10.3 Follow precisely a complex multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks, attending to special cases or exceptions defined in the text. · RST.9-10.4 Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 9–10 texts and topics. · RST.9-10.5 Analyze the structure of the relationships among concepts in a text, including relationships among key terms (e.g., force, friction, reaction force, energy) · RST.9-10.7 Translate quantitative or technical information expressed in words in a text into visual form (e.g., a table or chart) and translate information expressed visually or mathematically (e.g., in an equation) into words. · RST.9-10.8 Assess the extent to which the reasoning and evidence in a text support the author’s claim or a recommendation for solving a scientific or technical problem. · RST.9-10.9 Compare and contrast findings presented in a text to those from other sources (including their own experiments), noting when the findings support or contradict previous explanations or accounts. · WHST.9-10.2.b. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. · WHST.9-10.2.c Use varied transitions and sentence structures to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts. · WHST.9-10.2.d Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to manage the complexity of the topic and convey a style appropriate to the discipline and context as well as to the expertise of likely readers. · WHST.9-10.2.e. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. · WSHT.9-10.2.f Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented (e.g., articulating implications or the significance of the topic). · WHST.9-10.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. · WHST.9-10.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience. · WHST.9-10.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for reflection and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences. | · Chapter 21 Test · Chapter 21 Vocab Quiz · Finding the Epicenter of an Earthquake Lab · Compare and Contrast Essay on two Earthquakes · Mineral Weathering Lab · Rock Identification Lab · Prehistoric Climate Activity · Chapter 22 Test · Chapter 22 Vocab Quiz · Weather Prediction Analysis · Weather Essay- compare and contrast predicted and actual weather · Daily Journaling |
Newtonian Physics | Chapter 11 Motion Chapter 12 Forces Chapter 13 Work and Energy | · Define and calculate formulas of speed, velocity, and acceleration · State Newton’s laws of motions and explain each using examples · State and apply Archimedes’ principle and Bernoulli’s principle · State the law of conservation of energy · Explain work and power, and identify various simple/complex machines | · RST.9-10.3 Follow precisely a complex multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks, attending to special cases or exceptions defined in the text. · RST.9-10.4 Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 9–10 texts and topics. · RST.9-10.5 Analyze the structure of the relationships among concepts in a text, including relationships among key terms (e.g., force, friction, reaction force, energy) · RST.9-10.7 Translate quantitative or technical information expressed in words in a text into visual form (e.g., a table or chart) and translate information expressed visually or mathematically (e.g., in an equation) into words. · RST.9-10.9 Compare and contrast findings presented in a text to those from other sources (including their own experiments), noting when the findings support or contradict previous explanations or accounts. · WHST.9-10.2.a. Introduce a topic and organize ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. · WHST.9-10.2.b. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. · WHST.9-10.2.c. Use varied transitions and sentence structures to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts. · WHST.9-10.2.d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to manage the complexity of the topic and convey a style appropriate to the discipline and context as well as to the expertise of likely readers. · WHST.9-10.2.e. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. · WHST.9-10.2.f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented (e.g., articulating implications or the significance of the topic). · WHST.9-10.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for reflection and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences. | · Chapter 11 Test · Chapter 11 Vocab Quiz · Measuring Speed Lab · Acceleration Problems · Distance vs. Time Graphs · Testing Reaction Time Activity · Chapter 12 Test · Chapter 12 Vocab Quiz · Newton’s Laws Problems · Momentum Problems · Monkey Hunter Lab · Balloon Rocket Lab · Chapter 13 Test · Chapter 13 Vocab Quiz · Power Output Activity · Simple Machines Lab Incline Plane · Energy Problems · Louvee Aircar Construction · Louvee Aircar Lab Report and/or graphing class data · Daily Journaling |
