Week of 12-17 to 12-21

6th-We will be introducing our physical science book this week. We will be working with a scavenger hunt in the beginning of the book to familiarize ourself with it. We will then discuss the nature of science, gravity, variables, hypothesis, scientific methods, etc. We will analyze the 2 branches of science and makes posters that demonstrate and illustrate each as well. 7th-This week we will be talking about forces and fluids. We will discuss hydraulic pressure, bouyancy, and other fluid related phenomena. We will be reviewing chapter 12 on Wednesday, with our test being held Thursday. 8th-We will be comparing and contrasting substances and mixtures this week. We will discuss acids and bases and how to relate the potency of each. We will also be working with reactions and how temperature can effect the rate of reaction. We will be reviewing chapter 8 material on Thursday, with our test being held Friday. I would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday. Enjoy!