Science
Students and Parents:
All science class questions for Mr. Widder should be asked via email at twidder@wcpss.net. Thanks!
*****Science EOG 8 Review *****
EOG Grade 8 Science Sample Items
Cells Alive Website – This is for Adrian and Lydia, who are addicted to the puzzles. Also, the site has great information about animal and plant cells, mitosis/meiosis, etc.
Osmosis and Diffusion Lab Simulator ****Check it out for a detailed description and interactive lab simulator that carefully explains diffusion and Osmosis***** Click on Osmosis and Diffusion to activate the link.
February 16th, 2012: Study Island and Ocean Test Review
Students: Today, you are going to complete a practice quiz on study island and review using Study Island Games (Under the “Hydrosphere“ section) for tomorrow’s test. You can also make (or finish making) your study guide (“cheat sheet”) for tomorrow’s test. You can also use the internet to help you finish the “7 Topics of the Ocean” Handout, which is due tomorrow. You must print anything you type off today or email it to yourself and print it off at home!
Follow these steps:
1. Login to Study Island, Complete “Oceans Test Review” Assessment
2. Review for Oceans test by playing Study Island Games under the “Hydrosphere” section.
3. Use tehe internet as a resource to help you complete the ”7 Topics of the Ocean” handout or make your study guide.
Bottom Line: Keep yourself working on studying the ocean, key vocabulary, ocean ecosystems, seafloor structure, pollution, etc.
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****EOG VOCAB LISTS – STUDY, STUDY, STUDY! ****
1. Matter/Chemistry Vocabulary
January 19th, 2012: Ocean Ecosystem Group-Research and Presentation
Students: Today you will be completing the internet research in small groups on 1 of the 9 oceanic ecosystems (listed below). Your group is allowed to consist of 2 to 4 people and you are allowed to choose your group members and the ecosystem that your group would like to research. However, I need you guys to make sure that each ecosystem is studied by at least 1 group!
Once in your groups, split up the research topics (as listed on the handout) for the ecosystem that your group chose and use the links provided on this blog to find information. Write all the info that you find on the handout given in class. You are going to have to search for the information and read several different sources to get good information on the ecosystem. The provided sites will help you to do that.
Oceanic Ecosystems:
- Open Ocean
- Hydrothermic Vents
- Estuary
- Kelp Forest
- Intertidal Zone
- Coral Reef
- Neritic Zone
- Arctic Waters
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Mariana Trench
Research Links (Websites to use for your research):
1. Oceanic Habitats - Numerous Ecosystems – - EXPLORE this site
2. Ocean Life – Marine Animals and other things to check out
3. Ocean Links – A HUGE amount of websites to access
4. The Marine Biome – Check out the different Oceanic Zones
5. The Living Seas – Life near the Ocean Surface
8. Habitats – Check out and click on the Biomes/Habitats sections
9. Estuaries
You can also perform a Google search to find more information. Remember to search wisely!
ALL OF YOUR INFORMATION NEEDS TO BE FOUND FOR FRIDAY’S CLASS!
We will complete a poster, pamplet/brochure, or a display in class on Friday (possibly Monday).
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January 10th, 2012: Oceanography Web-Quest Activity
Part One: Click on the link provided below to help you to complete the handout provided in class.
Website Link: Oceanography Timeline
Step One: Explore the Oceanography Timeline by clicking on various timeframes in the graphic and reading what was happening in the “World of Ocean Exploration” throughout history, both at and underneath the ocean surface.
Step Two: After reading through all of the information presented in the timeline, provide detailed responses to questions #1-5 on the handout.
Part Two: Click on the link provided below to help you to complete the second handout provided in class.
Website Link: NOAA’s Undersea Research Program
For over 20 years, NOAA’s Undersea Research Program (NURP) has specialized in developing, modifying, and operating advanced underwater technologies (SCUBA diving, submersibles, remotely operated vehicles, etc.) to enable the Nation’s scientists to accomplish a broad spectrum of undersea research. Read each section and answer the associated question on the handout. Then, move on to the next section. If you do not finish this assignment it is due tomorrow.
Handout Attachment: Undersea Technology
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MUST SEE: Click on the link for another amazing look at some underwater creatures. (We viewed this in class.) David Gallo – Underwater Amazement - Courtesy of www.TED.com
Weird and Wild Bioluminescence Clip: 13 minute video by Edith Widder (No Relation to me) Click this link Bioluminescence
The Hydrosphere
Check out the links below to review the WATER unit.
The LifeSaver Bottle – turning Filthy water into Drinkable water – Courtesy of TEDtalks.com
- We watched this video in class the week of Dec 12th and had a wonderful discussion on water conservation and consumption. Check it out again to remind yourself how great the LifeSaver bottle could be for those in need of drinkable water!
A Water Cycle Diagram – Courtesy of the US Geological Survey
- All students were expected to complete their own Water Cycle Diagram. The grades have been posted on SPAN. If the assignment is a zero, complete/turn it in ASAP!
