Tween Science Fall Semester

Tween Science Fall Semester Scientific measurement: Sept. 1 safety

Introduction, measurement – length, lab

Sept. 8

Measurement – mass, lab safety

Sept. 15

Measurement – volume

Sept. 22

Measurement – density

Chemistry: Sept. 29 Oct. 6 electrons

Matter, surface tension, water cohesion Periodic table, Lewis structure, valence & shells

Oct. 13

Chemical reactions – fireworks

Oct. 20

Measurement – English/metric conversion, mystery powder Testing: physical properties/PH, biuret, iodine, vinegar

Oct. 27

Polymers and learning to design your own experiment

Nov. 3

Amylase Action, identifying a science hoax

Physics: Nov. 10

Scientific Method, Newton’s 1st law

Nov. 17

Newton’s 2nd law, work, distance and force

Dec. 3

Newton’s 3rd law, potential & kinetic energy

Dec. 10

Simple machines at work

End of 1st Semester – see you Jan. 19