Course Title: General Science Grade: Eight
Unit: Chemical
and Physical Changes (mini-unit)
Month Presented: February Unit Length (in weeks): 2 Weeks
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Essential Question (s): What is a Chemical or Physical Change? How do you tell the difference between the two? Why are Chemical and Physical Changes important? |
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Learning Objectives: To identify a Chemical Change To analyze 4 different reactions To identify a Physical Change To identify a Chemical Property What are the components of Baking Soda To identify a Physical Property |
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Skills: To be able to discern between a Chemical/Physical Change To learn how to collect a gas To learn how to observe and record Lab Reactions To be able to name various Physical Changes To build on Observation Skills To be able to equate Chemical and Physical Changes in student’s daily life |
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Instructional Strategies & Activities: Teacher Demos on Chemical and Physical Changes Lab Activity on Chemical and Physical Changes (mini-lab) Various Worksheets Text Section 2.3 Lab Activity on Heating Baking Soda |
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Materials Utilized: Various Worksheets Teacher Materials for demonstrations Text Baking Soda. Vinegar, Clay, Wood, Acid, Mg Various Lab Equipment and Chemicals Paper, Ice, Dye, |
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Assessment Strategies: Quizzes Lab Report on Baking Soda Homework Mini Lab Report on Chemical and Physical Changes |