Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Physical Science A

Bellwork:
    1.  List the steps of the scientific method.
    2.  Describe a possible experiment that you could perform.  Identify the control group,                         
         independent variable, dependent variable, and controlled variables. 
    3.  Why is the metric system an easier system of measurement to use?
    4.  Convert:
            -85 km to meters
            - 1550.4 cm to hm
            -390 meters to millimeters

Hand out the list of material for the binder.  Each student will have their binders checked after their quiz. 

When finished with the quiz, pick up the vocabulary and standards for the next chapter. 

Everyone will work on a running vocabulary list as we go through the chapters.  The goal is that as you continue to add chapters in the your binder, you will have a running vocabulary section in the back to help you as you work through the trimester.  You will be given a small amount of time tomorrow in class to work on vocabulary.  The vocabulary is due on Thurday!

You will also be making a master formula sheet in the back of the binder as well.

Physical Science B

Bellwork:
    No bellwork today.  Just begin working on the electrostatics lab.  Remember that you need to have my     signature on the bottom of pages 1,2, and 6.

When you have finished the lab, please answer the summary questions for homework.

Key Concepts to focus on:
        -How to use a pith ball to determine if an object is charged.
        -The difference between conductors and insulators.
        -How to use an electroscope to determine the sign of a charge.
        -How to charge by contact and by induction.

We will wrap-up all the concepts tomorrow.  Remember that we will have a short test on Thursday!