Mechanical systems grade 8 unit 4 test answer key page 1 page 3 page 5 1 b 14 d 26 c 2 c 15 c 27 c 3 a 16 b 28 d 4 a 17 b 29 a 5 d 18 c 30 b 6 a 19 a 31 d 7 b 20 b page 6 page 2 page 4 32 c 8 c 21 a 33 d 9 c 22 d 34 d 10 a 23 c 35 c 11 d 24 b 36 a 12 b 25 c d. Making models increases student understanding of chemical reactions, roller. If you study 8th grade integrated science or any other scienti. Grade 8 science notes and worksheets many of these documents, including all of the booklets and slideshows came from lorianne janes, a teacher at st. In a firstclass lever, the fulcrum is placed between the effort and load.
Grade 8 technology sasol inzalo learner workbook term 3. Discovering science 8 our textbook can be found online but you will need a username and a password in order to access it. Students will learn to calculate the mechanical advantage of mechanical systems, and will learn about the overall safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of a variety of systems. The energy possessed by the moving body is called kinetic energy. A class 2 lever, such as a wheelbarrow, always exerts a greater force.
Levers and mechanical advantage 8th grade integrated science. Mechanical systems alberta education, alberta, canada, june 2007. Change the size of forces using a hydraulic system. Set students up for success with thousands of skills that challenge learners at just the right level. Simple machines require the application of a single force to do work. Gear systems concepts counter rotation, idler, velocity ratio, force. Name that system explanation found on page 8 of lesson 1 work questions found on page 10 of lesson 2 work, efficiency and mechanical advantage calculations a copy may be found here simple machine experiment documentation information found in. Discuss the mechanical advantage of a lever, pulley and wheelandaxle.
Grade 8 science notes and worksheets macdonald drive. Every time he works in it he has to share some interesting thing he learned with me. Grade 7 technology is a human response to a need or problem. He moved rapidly through spectrum science grade 7, and is going more slowly through this one, since he wants to savor it. Gear systems concepts counter rotation, idler, velocity ratio, force multiplication. Demonstrates pulley systems including a chain block. Choose from 500 different sets of science 8 mechanical systems flashcards on quizlet. Many of these documents, including all of the booklets and slideshows came from lorianne janes, a teacher at st. You will pay special attention to whether a lever or a system of levers gives a mechanical advantage or a distance advantage. Chemical energy is stored in the form of potential energy. Chuck hammill peel district school board grade 8 author team.
Illustrate the development of science and technology by describing, comparing and interpreting mechanical devices that have been improved over time investigate and provide examples of mechanical devices used in the past to meet particular needs. Then pick up a book with one hand and set it back down again. Science 8 teaching science subject guides at university. If you miss a class it is important to assemble any missed templates so that you. In this chapter, you will revise what you learnt in grade 7 about different types of levers and linked levers. Examine the role of the fulcrum in a simple machine. Mechanical systems science 8 full unit by kyle swenson on prezi. Grade 7 advantages and disadvantages of technology. Create a seesaw, centre the fulcrum and place a load on one end. The gym teachers weight is 90 kg and the person is pulling with a force of 800 n. Investigate and provide examples of mechanical devices used in the past to meet particular needs. Your chart should look something like this page 261. Knowledge and employability science students explore the properties of fluids and why fluids are important in living things, in the environment and in technological devices. From giant screen thrills to cool science chills, theres fun for all ages at telus world of science.
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For more about grade 8 science, refer to the program of studies. Mechanical advantage and efficiency transparencies isbn 0176120424 unit 4. Analyze the social and environmental contexts of science and technology, as they apply to the development of mechanical devices. Alberta curriculum, science 8, science 8 curriculum, mechanical systems, science focus 8, created by chris moore, jenn kwak, kyle swenson, sturgeon school division. Investigate and describe the transmission of force and energy between parts of a mechanical system. The grade 8s will present their projectscatapults, mousetrap cars. Science social studies language arts health other options classes interesting people. Unit b systems in action skip navigation chapter 4.
Grade 7 other advantages and disadvantages of technology. Sorry if i am just being stupid but i am in grade 7 doing grade 8 so i need a it of help. The fulcrum is the point that doesnt move from its spot, it only rotates. Investigate and describe the transmission of force and energy between parts of a mechanical system 4. Mechanical advantage and speed ratio the science o. Items marked with can only be purchased by schools andor school districts. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Mechanical efficiency achievementlevel overall expectations 1 2 3 4 demonstrate an understanding of the.
You can get a mechanical advantage by using a lever, a set of gears, a pulley system, or other types of machines. A mechanical advantage is the amount of help you can get by using a simple machine. Work, energy and power class 8 science notes khullakitab. This bundle contains lesson material needed to teach the mechanical systems unit in. Name that system explanation found on page 8 of lesson 1 work questions found on page 10 of lesson 2 work, efficiency and mechanical advantage calculations a copy may be found here simple machine experiment documentation information found in lesson 7 this list is now complete. Make a chart like the one provided in the book on page 261 until it in as we go. Illustrate the development of science and technology by describing, comparing and interpreting mechanical devices that have been improved over time 2. Science social studies language arts health other options classes interesting people contact useful apps interesting videos.
Suitable for any school program involving simple machines. We will be creating interactive notebooks inbs throughout science 8 this year. Cracking the mcas grade 8 science and technologyengineering. In the picture to the left it is the green triangle. Either way, it is the weight we are trying to lift or it is the area. This energy can be released by burning the substance.
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This engineering curriculum aligns to next generation science. The greater the mechanical advantage, the easier it is to lift an object. In learning about mechanical devices, students investigate how components are linked so that energy is transferred efficiently and desired functions are performed. The formula used to calculate mechanical advantage is. Grade 8 research the processing of indigenous plants. Grade 8 selfevaluation following completion of a module on structures. Arsenaults nerdy world of science mechanical systems.