Gizmos for Minnesota - Science: 8th Grade (Academic Standards adopted 2009)

This correlation lists the recommended Gizmos for this state's curriculum standards. Click any Gizmo title below for more information.

8.2: : Physical Science

8.2.1: : Matter

8.2.1.1: : Pure substances can be identified by properties which are independent of the sample of the substance and the properties can be explained by a model of matter that is composed of small particles.

8.2.1.1.2: : Use physical properties to distinguish between metals and non-metals.

8.2.1.2: : Substances can undergo physical and/or chemical changes which may change the properties of the substance but do not change the total mass in a closed system.

8.2.1.2.1: : Identify evidence of chemical changes, including color change, generation of a gas, solid formation and temperature change.

8.2.1.2.2: : Distinguish between chemical and physical changes in matter.

8.2.1.2.3: : Use the particle model of matter to explain how mass is conserved during physical and chemical changes in a closed system.

8.2.1.2.4: : Recognize that acids are compounds whose properties include a sour taste, characteristic color changes with litmus and other acid/base indicators, and the tendency to react with bases to produce a salt and water.

8.2.3: : Energy

8.2.3.1: : Waves involve the transfer of energy without the transfer of matter.

8.2.3.1.1: : Explain how seismic waves transfer energy through the layers of the Earth and across its surface.

8.3: : Earth and Space Science

8.3.1: : Earth Structure and Processes

8.3.1.1: : The movement of tectonic plates results from interactions among the lithosphere, mantle and core.

8.3.1.1.2: : Correlate the distribution of ocean trenches, mid-ocean ridges and mountain ranges to volcanic and seismic activity.

8.3.1.1.3: : Recognize that major geological events, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and mountain building, result from the slow movement of tectonic plates.

8.3.1.2: : Landforms are the result of the combination of constructive and destructive processes.

8.3.1.2.1: : Explain how landforms result from the processes of crustal deformation, volcanic eruptions, weathering, erosion and deposition of sediment.

8.3.1.3: : Rocks and rock formations indicate evidence of the materials and conditions that produced them.

8.3.1.3.2: : Classify and identify rocks and minerals using characteristics including, but not limited to, density, hardness and streak for minerals; and texture and composition for rocks.

8.3.2: : Interdependence Within the Earth System

8.3.2.1: : The sun is the principal external energy source for the Earth.

8.3.2.1.1: : Explain how the combination of the Earth's tilted axis and revolution around the sun causes the progression of seasons.

8.3.2.1.3: : Explain how heating of the Earth's surface and atmosphere by the sun drives convection within the atmosphere and hydrosphere producing winds, ocean currents and the water cycle, as well as influencing global climate.

8.3.2.2: : Patterns of atmospheric movement influence global climate and local weather.

8.3.2.2.2: : Analyze changes in wind direction, temperature, humidity and air pressure and relate them to fronts and pressure systems.

8.3.2.2.3: : Relate global weather patterns to patterns in regional and local weather.

8.3.3: : The Universe

8.3.3.1: : The Earth is the third planet from the sun in a system that includes the moon, the sun, seven other planets and their moons, and smaller objects.

8.3.3.1.4: : Compare and contrast the sizes, locations, and compositions of the planets and moons in our solar system.

8.3.3.1.5: : Use the predictable motions of the Earth around its own axis and around the sun, and of the moon around the Earth, to explain day length, the phases of the moon, and eclipses.

8.3.4: : Human Interactions with Earth Systems

8.3.4.1: : In order to maintain and improve their existence, humans interact with and influence Earth systems.

8.3.4.1.2: : Recognize that land and water use practices affect natural processes and that natural processes interfere and interact with human systems.

Correlation last revised: 9/16/2020

Minnesota - Science: 8th Grade

Academic Standards | Adopted: 2009

8.2: : Physical Science

8.3: : Earth and Space Science