KV NewSchool Learning Assignments
August
Matter
Define: atom, element, compound and mixture. Create a model of an atom and a compound using paint. Label the parts and the charge of each. Give the chemical formula for the compound model. Identify the state of matter not discussed in the textbook on p42. (25pts.) Due Aug. 26
Name a type of matter in each of the 4 states and describe the physical properties of each. Describe how the kinetic energy is different in the 4 states of matter. Read page 100 then find out how plasma TV work. (25 pts) Extra credit (5pts) for the name of the fifth state of matter. Due Aug. 27
September
The soda industry combines matter in different states to create America's most popular beverage. The components they mix must be miscible. Why is that important and what characteristics of the matter is important to the mixing? (10pts) Due Sept 2
An company wants to make a "cold stick" that could be activated and put into warm beverages anytime to cool the drink. They have asked their research department to investigate the idea. What type of change would have to take place with the matter? What substances could they use in their design? Create a "cold stick" design. (12pts) Due Sept 2
Create a model showing the kinetic theory helps you visualize the differences among states of matter. (5pts.) Due Sept 3
The ship making industry has changed in many ways over the years. How has the buoyancy force affect the shipping industry? (15pts) Due Sept 3
What effect does viscosity have on the working and life of an vehicle engine? (5pts) Due Sept 3
Charles' Law Activity sheet- Due Sept 9
Chapter Review Sept. 10
Matter Test Sept. 11
Atoms and the Periodic Table
Define: electron, proton, neutron and photon. (5pts.) Due Sept. 15
What is "heavy water"? How does it relate to isotopes? How is it being used to help explain earths creation? (15pts) Due Sept. 16
Classroom Activity Periodic Law Module
Identify the elements K, Na, O, Fe, and He. Give their number of protons, neutrons, and electrons for each. Tell how many energy level it has and how many electrons are in the outer shell.(25pts) Due Sept. 18
Explain why atoms gain or lose electrons to form ions. Identify two common elements that form ions. (5pts) Due Sept 22
Determine whether the following elements are more likely to be a metal or nonmetal and explain what properties you used to make your decisions. a) a shiny substance used to make flexible bed springs, b) a yellow powder from underground mines, c) a gas that does not react and d) a conducting material used within flexible wires. Due Sept. 22
Complete Chapter Review Sept. 24
Chapter 4 test Sept. 25
Structure of Matter
Define: compound and molecule- compare and contrast them in a venn diagram. Show three different models used to represent compounds.(20 pts) Due Sept. 29
Define: polyatomic ions, list three common polyatomic ions, and give two ways they are identified. (8 pts) Due Sept. 30
October
Create a Concept Map of the different kinds of bonds. You should have at least 15 nodes and connecting lines. (30pts) Oct. 1
Compound Names & Formula Worksheets Due Oct. 7
Examine the ingredients of many foods you eat daily. What is the most common ingredient? What if you were told you had to go on a low-sodium diet? What available substitutes are there on the market? Research different substitutes, determine which one you would use and why it would be the best for you body. (30pts) Due Oct. 8
Numerical recycling codes identify the composition of a plastic so that it can be sorted and recycled. For each recycling codes 1-6, identify the compound name or type of plastic, describe its physical properties, and tell at least one product of this plastic. Due Oct. 8
More Compound Names and Formulas Practice Oct. 13
Chapter 5 Review Oct. 14
Chapter 5 Test Oct. 15
Chemical Reactions
Create a two column chart with the heading endothermic and exothermic reactions. Include a definition of each in the heading with each. Then give 5 examples of each under the headings. (10pts) Due Oct. 20
Give an example of two chemical reactions identify the reactant and the product in the reactions. Tell if energy had to be added or was released in the reactions. Use clear sentences, pictures and labels. (10pts) Due Oct. 20
Create a concept map of the different types of reactions. Include at least 3 characteristic coming from each reaction type. (20pts) Due Oct. 21
Explain the difference between and exothermic reaction and an endothermic reaction, and give an example of each. (5 pts) Oct. 22
List five factors that may affect the rate of a chemical reaction. Then create 4 cartoon drawing illustrating the rate of a chemical reactions being affected in some way. (20 pts) Oct. 22
Create Poster Illustrating types of chemical reactions. Due Oct. 24
Take quiz at Chemical Reactions Quiz. (20pts) Due Oct. 27
Balancing Equations Worksheets Due Oct. 28
Rate of Change Lab
November
Chapter 6 Review Nov. 4
Chapter 6 Test Nov. 6
On paint make a picture of three glass labeled solution, suspension and colloid illustrating the difference between them. Print off your drawing do not save. (5pts) Due Nov. 10
Describe the factors that affect solubility. (5pts) Due Nov. 10
Describe how to make a saturated solution into a supersaturated solution. ( 5 pts ) Due Nov 10
Create a chart of solutions indicate the solute, solvent and whether it is unsaturated, saturated, or supersaturated. Include at least 15 solutions. (30pts) Due Nov. 11
You need to clean up a spill of oil-based liquid furniture polish and another spot where some lemon-lime soda has spilled and dried. Explain how you would apply the "like dissolve like" rule to clean up these two spills. Use the words polar and nonpolar in you explanations. (15 pts) Due Nov. 12
Compare and contrast the properties of acidic, basic and neutral solutions in a three circle Venn diagram. (15pts) Due Nov 12
Acid and Base Lab -Identify 15 common acids and bases found in your school and classify each as an acid or a base. (15pts) Nov. 13
Draw an illustration of an acid, base and neutral solution showing the molecules in each container. Label each container and label the different molecules in each. (10pts) Due Nov. 17
How do soaps work? Type in this question to WikiAnswers, Google, Ask etc. and find the answer. Remember the "like dissolve like" rule and think about how oils can be removed from material or hands when washing with water, but they are not "likes." (10pts) Due Nov. 18
Take the Solubility Quiz and print the results. Due Nov 18
Saturation Class Lab Nov 20
Chapter 7-8 Review Nov. 24
Chapter 7-8 Test Nov. 25
December
Create a chart to compare the 4 different types of radioactive decay. Include name, symbol, illustration, charge, strength of penetration and any uses. (25 pts) Due Dec. 1
Identify half-life and carbon dating. How are they used? (5 pts) Due Dec. 1
Complete the radioactive-decay equations worksheet. (30 pts) Due Dec. 2
List three forms of background radiation and three activities that add to background radiation. Identify a city in the United States that would have the highest and lowest natural radiation and explain why. (10 pts) Due Dec. 2
Create a venn diagram to compare nuclear fusion and nuclear fission. (10 pts) Due Dec. 3
Classroom Half-Life Lab
Write an essay describing how nuclear radiation is used today. The essay should have an introductory paragraph, supporting paragraphs and a conclusion. Have a peer proofread your essay. (50pts) Due Dec 9
Nuclear Decay and Half-life Practice
Chapter 9 Review Dec. 11
Chapter 9 Test Dec. 12
