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Science Grade 8 General Science Skills |
1-2 weeks |
Mathematical analysis, scientific inquiry, and engineering design are used to pose questions, seek answers and develop solutions. Accuracy and precision of meaasurement are important in scientific observation. |
What are units used in scientific measurement? WHat is the difference between accuracy and precision in measurement? How do we measure using the microscope? How do we scientifically classify living things? |
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Measuring using metric scales. Determining mass using a triple beam balance. Determining volume mathematically and with Archimedes principle. Calculating density. Measuring using a microscope. Graphing motion. Classifying organisms. Forming estimations. |
meter gram cubic centimeter measurement estimation precision accuracy rounding SI Units prefix tera- giga- mega- kilo- hector- deca- unit deci- centi- milli- micro- nano- length volume displacement mass weight time temperature rate volume |
Classwork Unit Activities Unit Lab Skills Unit Lab Reports Unit Quizzes Unit Asssessments |
Scientific Articles UPCO Intermediate Level Science FOSS |