Apologia Physical Science Module 1 Links: Atoms & Metric System
What is Physical Science?
Physical science is the study of non-living, natural topics such as:
- Physics- the study of the motion of matter and it's energy.
- Chemistry- the study of the composition, structure, properties and change of matter.
- Geology- the study of the earth's materials and features, and how they change.
- Meteorology- the study of the earth's atmosphere.
- Astronomy- the study of celestial objects in space.
Physical Science Materials
Besides purchasing Apologia's 2nd Edition Exploring Creation with Physical Science Textbook, and the Solutions & Tests Manual, I have found 2 other products very helpful. The Student Notebook below is not required, but oh so worth it! It eliminates the need for photocopying the experiments, "On Your Own" questions, Study Guide questions, and module summaries. This alone saves time, ink & paper costs. The best part is that it includes a daily schedule for independent study, and colorful note-taking pages. Occasionally, there are also links to the Apologia website for digging deeper. I love that these pages are all bound and organized where they will stay clean and won't get lost!
Student Science Journal 3rd Edition
I also have used the Apologia Physical Science Lapbook Journal by Knowledge Box Central, in its downloadable e-book form. It was so convenient to have all the labs, "On Your Own" questions, and module summaries pre-formatted and ready to print. We used these pre-typed pages before the above Student Notebook came out. Also included are amazing lapbooking minibooks for the Study Guide questions. These provide a more creative learning experience for the hands-on student. I printed these out on colored paper for the kids to cut and answer. Then they glued them to card stock pages and placed in a 3-ring notebook.
Lapbook Journal - by Knowledge Box
Vocabulary
I found this FREE 3 page PDF of Apologia Physical Science Vocabulary at Donna Young.org.
Lab Supplies
Experiments - Start a laboratory notebook!
1. Read through the entire experiment FIRST.
2. Start a new page in your notebook. Write down/draw any observations, measurements and calculations during the experiment (DATA).
3. On the next page, write a brief summary of what was done and what was learned.
The BrainPOP Scientific Method video is a great resource if you have an account.
Lab Safety
Proper Lab Attire 0:51
Disposing Chemicals Safely 6:30
Avoiding Common Lab Accidents 5:40
Proper Pouring 5:19
Hazmat Diamond 2:26
MSDS 3:05
How to use Fume Hoods 3:38
Don't be like Mr. Bean in the lab!
Atom
The smallest chemical unit of matter.
Online Lessons
Virtual Homeschool Group offers at-your-own-pace free online physical science classes , if you own the Apologia Physical Science book. The class includes teaching, labs, review, quizzes, and exams!
You can also find a free, online, interactive textbook for teaching kids about atomic structure at Chem4Kids. Online quizzes are included!
Molecule
Two or more atoms linked together to make a substance with unique properties.
The Atom Song
History of the Atom Sing Along
Dalton, Thomson, Rutherford, and Bohr,
Schrödinger and Heisenberg and many, many more,
Used their brains to venture in the realm of inner-space,
And found the world of the atom was a weird and wondrous place.
Dalton did experiments and said I think it's clear
Atoms are tiny indestructible spheres.
Thomson worked with cathode rays said I disagree,
A plum pudding model makes much more sense to me.
A new chapter in atomic theory started to unfold
When Rutherford played around with atoms made of gold.
When a few of his alpha particles came bouncing back,
He hypothesized a nucleus had knocked them off the track.
Dalton, Thomson, Rutherford, and Bohr,
Schrödinger and Heisenberg and many, many more,
Used their brains to venture in the realm of inner-space,
And found the world of the atom was a weird and wondrous place.
Bohr saw spectral lines from hydrogen and said it seems to me
electrons move in orbits with specific energies.
Heisenberg said forget it, there's no way to know
the orbit or the path where the electron's gonna go.
Schrödinger used lots and lots of fancy mathematics,
Made a model of the atom based on quantum mechanics.
It has orbitals, and those are based on probability.
The atom is a fuzzy blob of pure uncertainty.
Dalton, Thomson, Rutherford, and Bohr,
Schrödinger and Heisenberg and many, many more,
Used their brains to venture in the realm of inner-space,
And found the world of the atom was a weird and wondrous place!
Music and Lyrics by Michael Offutt
You can learn more about these physicists and their theories through the Egaa Gymnasium High School curriculum.
Famous Physicists
Physicist
| Country
| Birth-Death Dates
|
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John Dalton
| United Kingdom
| 1766–1844
|
Sir Joseph John (J.J.) Thomson
| United Kingdom
| 1856–1940
|
Ernest Rutherford
| New Zealand
| 1871–1937
|
Niels Bohr
| Denmark
| 1885–1962
|
Erwin Schrödinger
| Austria-Hungary
| 1887–1961
|
Werner Heisenberg
| Germany
| 1901–1976
|
Experiment 1.1 - Atoms and Molecules
Make copper hydroxycarbonate with:
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Eye protection such as goggles or safety glasses
A small, clear glass or jar
Baking soda
Tap water
9-volt battery
Two 9-inch pieces of insulated copper wire.
Scissors
Electrical tape (but cellophane or masking tape will work.)
A spoon for stirring
Experiment 1.1 Atoms & Molecules
Capture the hydrogen and oxygen gas from the electrolysis of water in test tubes. Which gas should produce more and why? To test your theory, first watch the video below. Then, CAREFULLY, with eye protection, add a small flame to each flammable gas. So which is hydrogen and which is oxygen?
Units of Measurement: Metric vs Customary
The metric system is now called the International System of Units. It is abbreviated SI Units because in French it is named Systeme International d'unites. All countries have officially adopted the SI, but some are using both units while changing over. The United States is making the least effort to switch. Currently, we mainly use Customary Units, except in the science, medicine, military, and automotive industries. The United Kingdom is further along than us, but still use some Imperial Units.
The NumberNut website has a measurement lesson that teaches length, mass/weight, volume, and time, in both metric and customary units.
The BrainPOP Measuring Matter video teaches mass, volume, and density in such a fun way. A great resource if you have an account!
A mnemonic to remember metric prefixes!
Measurement Conversion
BrainPOP has 3 great videos about metric conversion, if you have an account:
- Metric Units
- Customary Units
- Metric Vs. Customary
Converting Between Units
Experiment 1.2 - Cubits and Fingers
Supplies needed:
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A long piece of string
A large tabletop
A person to help you
Cellophane tape
A pencil
Concentration
The quantity of a substance within a certain volume.
Experiment 1.3 - Concentration
Supplies Needed:
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Vinegar
6 Tums tablets (You can use another antacid tablet, but it must have calcium carbonate as its active ingredient.)
Measuring cups
3 large glasses (They each must be able to hold at least 2 cups of liquid.)
Fun with Vocabulary
Visit Quizlet for Module 1 vocabulary review using flashcards, games, and tests.
Study Stack also has Module 1 vocabulary flashcards and games.
Quizzes
Test your knowledge with a Module 1 online quiz.
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