8th Grade Science Guide
8.1: Chemistry 3 Dimensions & Progressions
Unit 2
Then they will use this information to identify unknowns. ● You can use the Gizmo
baby powder, four, etc. (all white substances) ● Iodine solution, vinegar, water, well plates ● Gizmo - Mystery Powder Simulation
simulation of this activity if you don’t have materials.
Activity: My favorite Substance
Objective
Overview
Materials
● I can use valid resources to obtain information about properties of matter and evaluate how the properties of matter are to be used for particular functions in society and communicate my fndings.
● Students need to research a substance of their choice and present it.
● My Favorite Substance
Activity: Separating Matter
Objective
Overview
Materials
● Students view 4 different prepared fasks and determine how they might separate the
● I can describe how to use physical properties to separate mixtures
Prepare 4 stoppered fasks for students to view. ● 1: Oil & Water ● 2: Salt Water ● 3: Sand and Iron Filings ● 4: Gummy bears & Jelly Beans
mixtures based on the physical properties of items in each container.
Student Worksheet
Formative Assessment: SEEd 8.1.2 Formative Assessment
8.1.2 Phenomena Assessment: Fire Extinguisher
Objective
Overview
Materials
● I can use valid resources to obtain information about properties of matter and evaluate how
● Students should answer the question: Why might different types of fre extinguishers be used to
● Fire extinguisher code chart
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