| Date | Homework | Learning Log |
| 8/29/07 |
Mystery Writing Experiment -HW Description- |
What was the most scientific thing you did this past summer? -Answer- |
| 8/30/07 |
Spiral Notebook for Science Class -HW Description- |
What qualities or characteristics do you think a scientist must possess in order to be successful in his/her career? -Answer- |
| 8/31/07 |
Have a Happy Labor Day Weekend -HW Description- |
Explain the mystery writing experiment using the following terms:
solution, solute, solvent, concentrated, and dilute. -Answer- |
| 9/4/07 |
Sherlock at Home Experiment -HW Description- |
List the 3 branches or domains of science we discussed on Friday and list at least one career that belongs in each category. -Answer- |
| 9/6/07 |
Reading and Note Taking Guide RNG) pages 12-13 -HW Description- |
Make one qualitative and one quantitative observation about the piece of science, equipment hanging on the classroom wall. Then make one deduction about the potential use of this piece of equipment. -Answer- |
| 9/7/07 |
Science Safety Quiz Next Week! -HW Description- |
Using the proper method for scientific illustrations, sketch a 3-dimensional drawing of the wooden block on your desk. Label the dimensions of each side in the margins on the outside of your frame. -Answer- |
| 9/10/07 |
Safety Quiz Tomorrow! -HW Description- |
Following the science safety rules, what is the correct method for mixing water and acid? Why do you think this is so? -Answer- |
| 9/11/07 |
Due Friday RNG 15-18 -HW Description- |
Who was Augustus Mobius? -Answer- |
| 9/13/07 |
Finish RNG 15-18 -HW Description- |
Explain the inquiry process commonly referred to as the scienticfic method. -Answer- |
| 9/14/07 |
Talk about Assign Yourself project with a parent/guardian -HW Description- |
Describe what the "Assign Yourself" project is and how often you will be completing one in science class this year. -Answer- |
| 9/17/07 |
Webpage Scavenger Hunt due Wednesday -HW Description- |
List the three topics you are considering for your Assign Yourself Project. -Answer- |
| 9/18/07 |
Webpage Scavenger Hunt due tomorrow -HW Description- |
Use you Staircase for Metric Conversion to convert the following values:
19.86 kg = ___ g,
0.0632 hl = ___ ml,
28,957 cm = ___ dam,
350 dl = ____ kl -Answers- |
| 9/20/07 |
Continue Assign Yourself Discussion at Home -HW Description- |
Explain the difference between mass and weight. Provide the correct SI units for both mass and weight in your discussion. -Answer- |
| 9/21/07 |
Metric Me (optional) -HW Description- |
Explain why you weigh slightly less at the top of Mount Tam than you do here at MVMS. -Answer- |
| 9/24/07 |
Metric Me due Friday -HW Description- |
List and describe the four states of matter. -Answer- |
| 9/25/07 |
RNG 21-24 -HW Description- |
Both liquids and gases are referred to as fluids. Fluids will undergo the process called diffusion under certain circumstances. Describe the process called diffusion and give an "everyday" example of a gases and a liquid moving by diffusion. -Answer- |
| 9/27/07 |
Metric Me -HW Description- |
Describe the process for using a triple-beam balance for determining mass. Explain how you would use a graduated cylinder to determine to volume of a liquid. -Answers- |
| 9/28/07 |
Finish reading Chapter 1 (optional) -HW Description- |
Density is a derived quantity. Using the metric ruler, a triple beam balance and the calculator on your desk, determine the denisty of the wooden block. -Answer- |
| 10/1/07 |
Test Next Monday-Finish Reading Ch. 1 tonight -HW Description- |
Explain why you should never attempt to extinguish an oil or petroleum product fire with water. -Answer- |
| 10/2/07 |
RNG 26-28 -HW Description- |
What do you think are the most important scientific issues/problems that scientists must address today? -Answer- |
| 10/4/07 |
Current Event-New York Times Article -HW Description- |
Science education has changed over the years. What we do in class today is very different than what students did just a decade ago. For this learning log I want you to describe what an ideal science classroom would look like to you. What would a day in this science class be like? Feel free to dream as you write about this topic. -Answer- |
| 10/5/07 |
Test on Monday -HW Description- |
How did Alfred Nobel craft his most famous invention: dynamite -Answer- |
| 10/8/07 |
Begin Nobel Prize spreadsheet -HW Description- |
No Learning Log in Lieu of Test -Answer- |
| 10/9/07 |
Complete Nobel Spreadsheet for Physics -HW Description- |
Write a short reflection on how you felt about the first test in physical science. Is there anything that you might have done differently while preparing for this test? -Answer- |
| 10/11/07 |
Get news article -HW Description- |
Make a list of everything you believe to be true about Global Warming. Also list potential solutions to the problem. -Answer- |
| 10/15/07 |
Begin Current Event Digital Report -HW Description- |
Make two columns in your journal for today's entry. Label one column, "Things I already knew about global warming" and the other column, "Things I learned from the video Meltdown: A global warming journey with Paul Rose, 2007" As you watch the movie please fill out both columns with as much information as you can. -Answer- |
| 10/16/07 |
Current Event Digital Report -HW Description- |
Read page 60-61 of your science textbook. Make a two-column graphic organizer to compare and contrast physical and chemical properties of matter. Be sure to include the vocabulary words that are introduced around the photos and figures on these two pages. -Answer- |
| 10/18/07 |
Current Event due Tomorrow -HW Description- |
Take a look at the cup of matter on your desk. Describe the matter using scientific vocabulary. Pour out the materials on to the tray and sort them into three categories. Each category must have a minimum of two items in it. Then use PHYSICAL PROPERTIES to describe the matter in each category. -Answer- |
| 10/19/07 |
Read Chapter 2 (optional) -HW Description- |
Today groups will be presenting their Nobel Prize reports. Please take notes on the two prizes you DID NOT research. -Answer- |
| 10/22/07 |
RNG 40-42 -HW Description- |
Make a 3-column graphic organizer and fill it in with everything you know about elements, mixtures and compounds. -Answer- |
| 10/23/07 |
RNG 44-45 -HW Description- |
Using the periodic table located on page 117 of your Panther Planner, list the name of the elements and the number of atoms of each element in each of the following compounds: sugar (C6H12O6), sulfuric acid (H2SO4) and fertilzer {(NH4)2SO4} -Answer- |
| 10/25/07 |
Nature of Matter Wordsearch -HW Description- |
What are physical and chemical changes. Create a graphic organizer to compare these two changes in matter. -Answer- |
| 10/26/07 |
Test Friday, November 9, 2007 -HW Description- |
Discuss how the historical, non-fiction film "October Sky" relates to our study of Physics, Chemistry, Astronomy and our Assign Yourself projects. -Answer- |
| 10/29/07 |
RNG 47-48 -HW Description- |
The following chemical equation: 2H2O ---> 2H2 + O2 describe a chemical change. Tell me what information you can infer from this equation. -Answer- |
| 10/30/07 |
"Describing Matter" 2-sided Ch. 2 review -HW Description- |
Observe the Halloween "blood dripping" candles. Explain how they work in terms of Changes in Matter from Chapter 2. -Answer- |
| 11/1/07 |
Organize Science Notebook -HW Description- |
What is dry ice? Why does it behave the way it does. Explain the your answers to these two questions using as many science vocabulary words as possible. -Answer- |
| 11/2/07 |
Prepare for Test 2 -HW Description- |
Alternative energy sources such as biofuels may offer potential solutions to the problem of climate change. They have both pros and cons associated with each source of energy. Today you will be watching a documentary entitled "Cool Fuel" please add to your growing list of topics that help you discuss Global Warming and Climate Change. -Answer- |
| 11/5/07 |
Flash Cards and Assign Yourself References -HW Description- |
Observe the twenty gallon aquarium with various suspended sodas. Notice the location of each soda. You will see an opened can of Mug rootbeer and an unopened can of Diet rootbeer. You will also see Diet Pepsi and regular Pepsi in plastic bottles. Using scientific vocabulary, describe what you see and the behavior of each soda. -Answer- |
| 11/6/07 |
Assign Yourself Overview -HW Description- |
Create five potential test questions with answers using the text, learning logs since October 8 and any items in your science notebook since the last test. -Answer- |
| 11/8/07 |
Science Notebook and Test -HW Description- |
List and describe the six types of Greenhouse Gases that are involved in Earth's Climate. Create an icon for each gas to help you recall features of each gas. -Answer- |
| 11/9/07 |
Assign Yourself due November 26 -HW Description- |
None in Lieu of Test #2 -Answer- |
| 11/13/07 |
G.A.S. Overview -HW Description- |
Discuss the ecological, economic and political implications of last week's oil spill in the San Francisco Bay. -Answer- |
| 11/15/07 |
Global Action Symposium Perspectives -HW Description- |
Tell me whether you agree or diasgree with the perspective you are representing at the symposium. -Answer- |
| 11/16/07 |
Assign Yourself due in 10 days -HW Description- |
None in lieu of our Global Action Symposium. -Answer- |
| 11/19/07 |
Assign Yourself due in 7 days -HW Description- |
You will be watching two short programs from the Science Channel. Please summarize what information you learn from each program. -Answer- |
| 11/20/07 |
Assign Yourself -HW Description- |
Please list the things you are most thankful for in your life. -Answer- |
| 11/26/07 |
None tonight :) -HW Description- |
Assign Yourself Presentations: List the name of the presentor, the topic and three main points that were presented. -Answer- |
| 11/27/07 |
3 Sex Ed handouts for parents -HW Description- |
Continue with Assign Yourself presentation notes -Answer- |
| 11/29/07 |
Assign Yourself topics 2nd Trimester -HW Description- |
Please comment on each project presented today. -Answer- |
| 11/30/07 |
Assign Yourself Projects -HW Description- |
On Monday we will begin our Family Life/Sex Ed. Unit. Which of the following topics sounds most interesting to you:
Friends and Peers, Dating, Human Anatomy, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Decision Making? -Answer- |
| 12/3/07 |
Sex Ed. Contract and Homework 1 -HW Description- |
Please list the three topics you and a parent have discussed as potential assign yourself projects for the second trimester. -Answer- |
| 12/4/07 |
Sex Ed. Homework 2 -HW Description- |
Think of those individuals that you consider to be "true friends." Describe the characteristics you vaule most in these people. -Answer- |
| 12/6/07 |
Discuss -HW Description- |
Who should do the asking for a date, the boy or the girl? Why? Should it matter? -Answer- |
| 12/7/07 |
Sex Ed Test December 21 -HW Description- |
What are the three essential parts of long-term, loving relationships? -Answer- |
| 12/10/07 |
half-page summary signed by parent -HW Description- |
What three factors contribute to a teens' ability to resist peer pressure? -Answer- |
| 12/11/07 |
Read over RED handout, signature optional -HW Description- |
List five important organs belonging to the female and the male reproductive system. -Answer- |
| 12/13/07 |
Sex Ed Homework #4 -HW Description- |
List some of the messages that were portrayed in the Kaiser Permanente Production, "Nightmare on Puberty Street." -Answer- |
| 12/14/07 |
Sex Ed Test December 21 -HW Description- |
Name three STIs caused by bacteria and three caused by virus. -Answer- |
| 12/17/07 |
HIV/AIDS A changing epidemic -HW Description- |
Tell me everything you know about the HIV virus and the disease called AIDS. -Answer- |
| 12/18/07 |
Check websites linked on Learning Logs -HW Description- |
Complete the "Who's Responsible" survey and hand in to your teacher. -Answer- |
| 12/20/07 |
Test tomorrow -HW Description- |
Why is Abstinence from risky behaviors considered to be the only 100% effective method for keeping safe? -Answer- |
| 12/21/07 |
Have a great vacation! -HW Description- |
None in lieu of test. -Answer- |
| 1/7/08 |
Ch. 3 Flashcards -HW Description- |
List a few academic goals you have set for 2008. -Answer- |
| 1/8/08 |
Enrichment Problem-Bottle Making -HW Description- |
Describe surface tension and how it relates to the mini-lab, "How many drops?" you performed in class today. -Answer- |
| 1/10/08 |
Change of State, 2-sided sheet -HW Description- |
Explain the science involved in the "Can Crushing" demonstration you witnessed in class today. -Answer- |
| 1/11/08 |
Extra Credit: RNG Ch. 3 -HW Description- |
Explain and illustrate Boyle's and Charles's Law. -Answer- |
| 1/14/08 |
Finish Gas Lab and work on History of Atomic Theory -HW Description- |
According to Boyle's Law, what pressure will result when 500 mls of Helium at 30 kiloPascals is condensed into 300 mls? Please include correct units. -Answer- |
| 1/15/08 |
Atomic Theory Storybook -HW Description- |
Explain Rutherford's Gold Foil Experiment. -Answer- |
| 1/17/08 |
Finish Storybook -HW Description- |
Explain how Chadwick's discovery led to the current view of atomic structure. -Answer- |
| 1/19/08 |
Read Entire Chapter 4 -HW Description- |
List ten ideas/words or concepts associated with the Periodic Table that you have learned in earlier years. -Answer- |
| 1/22/08 |
"Nonmetals in the Atmosphere" -HW Description- |
Why do you think scientists use the name "inert gases" to identify those elements that were previously called the "noble gases." -Answer- |
| 1/24/08 |
"More Properties of Metals" -HW Description- |
Why do you think scientists have changed the name from metalloids to semi-metals for the elements located on both sides of the zigzag line on the periodic table? -Answer- |
| 1/25/08 |
Review Chapters 3 and 4 Memorize 30 Elements -HW Description- |
Draw and label Bohr Atom Models for the following elements: Helium, Boron, Fluorine, Sulfur and Sodium -Answer- |
| 1/29/08 |
"Radon gas", Test Chs 3-6 2/15 Assign Yourself due 2/25 -HW Description- |
How many electrons are found in the outer most energy level of Li, Na, F, Br, Cl and K? -Answer- |
| 1/31/08 |
Read Chapter 5 -HW Description- |
What is the correct chemical formula for the ionic compound Potassium chloride. -Answer- |
| 2/1/08 |
Extra Credit RNG Chapter 4 or 5 -HW Description- |
Name the following compounds: LiBr, Na2S, CaF2, Mg3N2. -Answer- |
| 2/4/08 |
Ch. 5 Graphic Organizer + Key Terms -HW Description- |
Write Lewis Dot diagrams for the following elements:
Aluminum, Oxygen, Chlorine, Neon and Sodium. -Answer- |
| 2/5/08 |
Predicting types of bonds -HW Description- |
Use oxidation numbers to determine the formula for the following compounds: Magnesium (2+) nitrate NO3 (1-) and Potassium (1+) phosphate PO4 (3-) -Answer- |
| 2/7/08 |
Ionic Bonds -HW Description- |
Describe alloys: included both physical and chemical properties, uses and electron distributions. -Answer- |
| 2/8/08 |
Study for Chapter 3-5 test -HW Description- |
Read page 216 in your science text and explain both physical and chemical changes in matter. Include all appropriate vocabulary words. -Answer- |
| 2/11/08 |
Study Guide Part 1 Chapter 3 -HW Description- |
Explain how the chemical flame test helps us understand the "fingerprint" of the elements. -Answer- |
| 2/12/08 |
Study Guide Part 1 Chapter 4 -HW Description- |
List and describe the four types of chemical reactions we discussed yesterday in class. -Answer- |
| 2/14/08 |
Study Guide Part 3 Chapter 5 -HW Description- |
Explain what is happening in the following chemical reaction SiCl4 ---> Si + 2Cl2. What type of reaction is it? -Answer- |
| 2/15/08 |
Enjoy your Mid-winter break! -HW Description- |
None in lieu of test -Answer- |
| 2/25/08 |
RNG 104-108 -HW Description- |
Assign Yourself student presentations. -Answer- |
| 2/26/08 |
RNGs 109-114 -HW Description- |
Comment on all Assign Yourself presentations -Answer- |
| 2/28/08 |
Finish Ch.6 RNGs -HW Description- |
Continue Assign Yourself Presentations -Answer- |
| 2/29/08 |
Acids and Bases next week! -HW Description- |
Concluding all Assign Yourself projects today. -Answer- |
| 3/3/08 |
Types of Chemical Reactions -HW Description- |
List five factors that can contribute to the rate of a chemical reaction. -Answer- |
| 3/4/08 |
Begin Ch. 7 and "Temperature and Solubility" -HW Description- |
Write a BALANCED chemical equation for the single replacement reaction of Lithium nitride and Magnesium -Answer- |
| 3/6/08 |
Acids, bases, solutions and solubility -HW Description- |
List some common acids and bases found in your home. -Answer- |
| 3/7/08 |
Element Webpages Monday -HW Description- |
Describe a neutralization reaction. Identify both the reactants and products. -Answer- |
| 3/10/08 |
RNG pages 137-144 -HW Description- |
Explain why the electron configuration helps us understand the versatility of the carbon atom. -Answer- |
| 3/11/08 |
RNGs 145-148 -HW Description- |
What are fullerenes and nanotubes? When were they discovered/created and how were they named? -Answer- |
| 3/13/08 |
RNGs 149-153 -HW Description- |
What are the two basic types of polymers? What are some common examples of both types? What do they have in common? -Answer- |
| 3/14/08 |
Quiz Chapters 6-8 next Friday -HW Description- |
Discuss the following organic compounds: Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins and Nucleic Acids -Answer- |
| 3/17/08 |
Friday Test-Practice Quiz Ch. 6 & 7 -HW Description- |
Write down your element webpage slogan and explain what it means. -Answer- |
| 3/18/08 |
Study for Friday's Test and work on Element Project -HW Description- |
What essential portions of your element report must still be completed? -Answer- |
| 3/20/08 |
Test Prep -HW Description- |
Compare the molecular mass of the inorganic compound salt, NaCl to the molecular mass of the large organic polymer fulvic acid:C135H182O95N5S2. Use the example for water to help you with this problem. What is it about organic molecules that allows for such incredible size? -Answer- |
| 3/21/08 |
Get last minute items for webpage -HW Description- |
None in Lieu of Chemistry Quiz -Answer- |
| 3/25/08 |
None in lieu of spring musical -HW Description- |
List and identify all parts of your webpage project that are complete as of today. -Answer- |
| 3/27/08 |
None in lieu of spring musical -HW Description- |
Tell me what parts of the webpage projects you would like one-on-one support from me to complete. -Answer- |
| 3/31/08 |
STAR test review -HW Description- |
What is motion? How can motion be measured accurately? -Answer- |
| 4/1/08 |
STAR test review -HW Description- |
What is biomechanics? How has this new and exciting field of science changed the world of athletics? -Answer- |
| 4/3/08 |
STAR test review -HW Description- |
What is the average speed for a car that travels 250 miles in 5 hours? -Answer- |
| 4/4/08 |
STAR test review and WEBPAGE -HW Description- |
A racer sprints during his last 50 meters to win the race. He increases his velocity from 6 meters per seconds to 9 meters per second in three seconds. What was his acceleration? -Answer- |
| 4/14/08 |
STAR test review Forces problems -HW Description- |
How fast is an object moving if it has been falling toward earth for exactly five seconds, assuming zero air resistance? -Answer- |
| 4/15/08 |
Motion Problems -HW Description- |
Explain potential and kinetic energy. -Answer- |
| 4/17/08 |
Flash Cards Ch. 9 & Extra Credit Ch. 9 RNG -HW Description- |
Explain the Law of Conservation of Energy. What does this law remind you of? -Answer- |
| 4/18/08 |
Quiz Monday Newton's Laws -HW Description- |
Explain and provide examples of Newton's 3 Laws of Motion. -Answer- |
| 4/21/08 |
Friction, Gravity and Elastic Forces -HW Description- |
On Friday we did a lab involving the Spring-trap cars. There were many experiments you could have done with these cars. List and describe at least two experiments you conducted, explain the data you collected and what conclusions you reached. -Answer- |
| 4/22/08 |
The Easy Way to Launch a Satellite -HW Description- |
List and describe the four types of friction. -Answer- |
| 4/24/08 |
Flash Cards Ch. 10 -HW Description- |
Explain both Bernoulli's and Pascal's principles. -Answer- |
| 4/25/08 |
RNGs Ch 11 Extra Credit -HW Description- |
List some topics associated with astronomy that you are curious about. -Answer- |
| 4/28/08 |
STAR test review booklet -HW Description- |
List and describe three types of galaxies. Name the galaxy you live in and the type of galaxy it is classified as. -Answer- |
| 4/29/08 |
STAR test review -HW Description- |
Compare and contrast Asteroids and Comets. Where are they found and what are they composed of? -Answer- |
| 5/1/08 |
"Earth in Space" -HW Description- |
Explain stellar evolution for both high mass and low mass stars. -Answer- |
| 5/2/08 |
Finish Galactic Games Lab and Read Ch. 12 -HW Description- |
Explain why we experience seasons here on Earth. Explain in paragraph form and draw an illustration to demonstrate your understanding. -Answer- |
| 5/5/08 |
Astronomy Inspired Poetry Step I -HW Description- |
Explain what forces keep satellites in orbit around planets/stars. -Answer- |
| 5/6/08 |
Poetry Word Bank -HW Description- |
Describe the eight moon phases and how light from the sun is reflected in each stage. You may draw pictures of each phases and shade in areas of the moon that are not reflecting sunlight. -Answer- |
| 5/8/08 |
Word Bank AND 2 PRINTED articles -HW Description- |
None in lieu of the Planetarium experience. -Answer- |
| 5/9/08 |
Rough Draft Astronomy-Inspired Poetry -HW Description- |
Please comment on things enjoyed and things learned at the Planetarium experience. -Answer- |
| 5/12/08 |
Define 11 "solar" vocabulary in your own words -HW Description- |
Choose two stanzas from your rough draft to copy in your journal. Explain the meaning behind these two stanzas. -Answer- |
| 5/13/08 |
Poetry Art Work Rough Draft -HW Description- |
Compare and contrast our sun's convection zone with the radiation zone. You can create any type of graphic organizer to show your understanding of the sun. -Answer- |
| 5/15/08 |
Sun Drawings due tomorrow -HW Description- |
Explore the concept of sunspots. What are they? Are they cyclical? What other phenomenon are associated with sunspots? What can we observe here on Earth related to high sunspot activity. -Answer- |
| 5/16/08 |
Poetry Project due Monday -HW Description- |
None in lieu of Tam High visit. -Answer- |
| 5/19/08 |
Spectral Analysis -HW Description- |
How do scientist determine the chemical composition of stars? Describe the process of spectral analysis. Use page 600 as a reference if necessary. -Answer- |
| 5/20/08 |
Spectral Analysis due tomorrow -HW Description- |
The use of two types of telescopes: reflecting and refracting have led to most of our major discoveries involving astronomy. Describe and sketch two types of telescopes and name the scientists associated with the use of each telescope. -Answer- |
| 5/22/08 |
Astronomy Test June 6, Final June 13, Assign Yourself June 2 -HW Description- |
Explain Kepler's three laws of planetary motion. -Answer- |
| 5/27/08 |
Current Event Phoenix on Mars or Supernova -HW Description- |
Explain the multistage rocket. Who was the first to describe the design and what advantages do multistage rockets have over earlier types? -Answer- |
| 5/29/08 |
Test Prep: Bring headphones tomorrow -HW Description- |
The space program has created many valuable "space spinoffs" that have increased the quality of life for us here on Earth. -Answer- |
| 5/30/08 |
Test Prep -HW Description- |
Discuss the significance (astronomically speaking) of each of the following dates: March 21, June 21, September 22 and December 22. -Answer- |
| 6/2/08 |
Test Chapters 12-15 Friday -HW Description- |
Please make at least three comments about each Assign Yourself project presented today. -Answers- |
| 6/3/08 |
Test Chapters 12-15 Friday -HW Description- |
Assign Yourself Presentations continue... -Answers- |
| 6/5/08 |
Astronomy test tomorrow -HW Description- |
Assign Yourself presentations -Answers- |
| 6/6/08 |
Enjoy your weekend -HW Description- |
None in lieu of test. -Answers- |
| 6/9/08 |
Notebooks due Friday -HW Description- |
Assign Yourself Projects continued -Answers- |