Alberta Curriculum and Program of Studies | Adopted: 2023
This correlation lists the recommended Gizmos for this province's curriculum standards. Click any Gizmo title below for more information.
1: Matter: Understandings of the physical world are deepened by investigating matter and energy.
1.1.1.B.SP.1: Measure the mass of solids and liquids, using a balance scale and SI units.
Triple Beam Balance
Learn how to determine the mass of an object using a triple beam balance. The mass of a variety of objects can be determined using this simulated version of a common real-world laboratory tool for measurement.
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Use a balance to measure mass and a spring scale to measure the weight of objects. Compare the masses and weights of objects on Earth, Mars, Jupiter, and the Moon.
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1.1.1.B.SP.2: Measure the volume of liquids, using appropriate instruments and SI units.
Measuring Volume
Measure the volume of liquids and solids using beakers, graduated cylinders, overflow cups, and rulers. Water can be poured from one container to another and objects can be added to containers. A pipette can be used to transfer small amounts of water, and a magnifier can be used to observe the meniscus in a graduated cylinder. Test your volume-measurement skills in the "Practice" mode of the Gizmo.
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1.1.1.B.SP.3: Directly compare the densities of solid objects that have the same volume.
Determining Density via Water Displacement
Drop objects in a beaker that is filled with water, and measure the water that flows over the edge. Using Archimedes' principle, determine the density of objects based on the amount of displaced water.
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Drop a chunk of material in a beaker of water and observe whether it sinks or floats. Cut the chunk into smaller pieces of any size, and observe what happens as they are dropped in the beaker. The mass and volume of each chunk can be measured to gain a clear understanding of density and buoyancy.
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Measure the mass and volume of a variety of objects, then place them into a beaker of liquid to see if they float or sink. Learn to predict whether objects will float or sink in water based on their mass and volume. Compare how objects float or sink in a variety of liquids, including gasoline, oil, seawater, and corn syrup.
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1.1.1.B.SP.4: Directly compare the densities of liquids.
Density
Measure the mass and volume of a variety of objects, then place them into a beaker of liquid to see if they float or sink. Learn to predict whether objects will float or sink in water based on their mass and volume. Compare how objects float or sink in a variety of liquids, including gasoline, oil, seawater, and corn syrup.
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1.1: How can states of matter and other physical properties be explained using the particle model of matter?
1.1.1: Students investigate the particle model of matter in relation to the physical properties of solids, liquids, and gases.
1.1.1.B.SP.1: Measure the mass of solids and liquids, using a balance scale and SI units.
1.1.1.B.SP.1: Measure the mass of solids and liquids, using a balance scale and SI units.
Triple Beam Balance
Learn how to determine the mass of an object using a triple beam balance. The mass of a variety of objects can be determined using this simulated version of a common real-world laboratory tool for measurement.
5 Minute Preview
Use a balance to measure mass and a spring scale to measure the weight of objects. Compare the masses and weights of objects on Earth, Mars, Jupiter, and the Moon.
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1.1.1.B.SP.2: Measure the volume of liquids, using appropriate instruments and SI units.
1.1.1.B.SP.2: Measure the volume of liquids, using appropriate instruments and SI units.
Measuring Volume
Measure the volume of liquids and solids using beakers, graduated cylinders, overflow cups, and rulers. Water can be poured from one container to another and objects can be added to containers. A pipette can be used to transfer small amounts of water, and a magnifier can be used to observe the meniscus in a graduated cylinder. Test your volume-measurement skills in the "Practice" mode of the Gizmo.
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1.1.1.B.SP.3: Directly compare the densities of solid objects that have the same volume.
1.1.1.B.SP.3: Directly compare the densities of solid objects that have the same volume.
Determining Density via Water Displacement
Drop objects in a beaker that is filled with water, and measure the water that flows over the edge. Using Archimedes' principle, determine the density of objects based on the amount of displaced water.
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Drop a chunk of material in a beaker of water and observe whether it sinks or floats. Cut the chunk into smaller pieces of any size, and observe what happens as they are dropped in the beaker. The mass and volume of each chunk can be measured to gain a clear understanding of density and buoyancy.
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Measure the mass and volume of a variety of objects, then place them into a beaker of liquid to see if they float or sink. Learn to predict whether objects will float or sink in water based on their mass and volume. Compare how objects float or sink in a variety of liquids, including gasoline, oil, seawater, and corn syrup.
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1.1.1.B.SP.4: Directly compare the densities of liquids.
1.1.1.B.SP.4: Directly compare the densities of liquids.
Density
Measure the mass and volume of a variety of objects, then place them into a beaker of liquid to see if they float or sink. Learn to predict whether objects will float or sink in water based on their mass and volume. Compare how objects float or sink in a variety of liquids, including gasoline, oil, seawater, and corn syrup.
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2: Energy: Understandings of the physical world are deepened by investigating matter and energy.
2.1: How are forces similar and different in water and air?
2.1.1: Students investigate and compare how forces affect living things and objects in water and air.
3: Energy: Understandings of the physical world are deepened by investigating matter and energy.
3.1: How are energy resources understood?
3.1.1: Students investigate and analyze various energy resources.
4: Earth Systems: Understandings of the living world, Earth, and space are deepened by investigating natural systems and their interactions.
4.1.1.A.SP.4: Interpret data about climate.
Comparing Climates (Metric)
Compare average temperatures, precipitation, humidity, and wind speed for a variety of locations across the globe. Explore the influence of latitude, proximity to oceans, elevation, and other factors on climate. Observe how animals and plants are adapted to climate and their environment. This lesson uses metric units.
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4.1.1.B.SP.1: Examine tools used to measure and track weather conditions.
Observing Weather (Metric)
How do scientists measure and describe the weather? In this introductory lesson, students will practice using a thermometer, anemometer, rain gauge, and hygrometer to record weather conditions in a variety of locations and dates. This lesson uses metric units.
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4.1.1.B.SP.7: Investigate methods used to predict the weather.
Weather Maps - Metric
Learn about standard symbols used in meteorology to construct weather maps. Rain, sleet, snow, temperature, cloud cover, wind speed and direction, and atmospheric pressure can all be recorded at two different weather stations on a map. Describe weather patterns characteristic of high-pressure systems, low-pressure systems, warm fronts, and cold fronts.
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Use data from up to three weather stations to predict the motion of a hurricane. The wind speed, wind direction, cloud cover and air pressure are provided for each station using standard weather symbols.
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4.1: How can climate and its effects be understood?
4.1.1: Students analyze climate and connect it to weather conditions and agricultural practices.
4.1.1.A.SP.4: Interpret data about climate.
4.1.1.A.SP.4: Interpret data about climate.
Comparing Climates (Metric)
Compare average temperatures, precipitation, humidity, and wind speed for a variety of locations across the globe. Explore the influence of latitude, proximity to oceans, elevation, and other factors on climate. Observe how animals and plants are adapted to climate and their environment. This lesson uses metric units.
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4.1.1.B.SP.1: Examine tools used to measure and track weather conditions.
4.1.1.B.SP.1: Examine tools used to measure and track weather conditions.
Observing Weather (Metric)
How do scientists measure and describe the weather? In this introductory lesson, students will practice using a thermometer, anemometer, rain gauge, and hygrometer to record weather conditions in a variety of locations and dates. This lesson uses metric units.
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4.1.1.B.SP.7: Investigate methods used to predict the weather.
4.1.1.B.SP.7: Investigate methods used to predict the weather.
Weather Maps - Metric
Learn about standard symbols used in meteorology to construct weather maps. Rain, sleet, snow, temperature, cloud cover, wind speed and direction, and atmospheric pressure can all be recorded at two different weather stations on a map. Describe weather patterns characteristic of high-pressure systems, low-pressure systems, warm fronts, and cold fronts.
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Use data from up to three weather stations to predict the motion of a hurricane. The wind speed, wind direction, cloud cover and air pressure are provided for each station using standard weather symbols.
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5: Living Systems: Understandings of the living world, Earth, and space are deepened by investigating natural systems and their interactions.
5.1: How are organisms supported by vital biological processes and systems?
5.1.1: Students investigate the internal systems of organisms and explain how they support vital biological processes.
6: Space: Understandings of the living world, Earth, and space are deepened by investigating natural systems and their interactions.
6.1: How are astronomical phenomena observed and interpreted?
6.1.1: Students investigate and interpret astronomical phenomena.
7: Computer Science: Problem solving and scientific inquiry are developed through the knowledgeable application of creativity, design, and computational thinking.
7.1: In what ways can design be used to help achieve desired outcomes or purposes?
7.1.1: Students apply design processes when creating artifacts that can be used by a human or machine to address a need.
8.1.1.C.SP.1: Plan and conduct a controlled experiment.
8.1.1.C.SP.1: Plan and conduct a controlled experiment.
Effect of Environment on New Life Form
Using the scientific method, control the environmental conditions for a fictional alien organism in order to learn how the organism responds to changes in conditions. Sunlight, water, and temperature can be varied to determine their effects on the shape of the aliens.
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Digestion is a complex process, involving a wide variety of organs and chemicals that work together to break down food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate wastes. But have you ever wondered what would happen if some of those organs were eliminated, or if the sequence was changed? Can the digestive system be improved? Find out by designing your own digestive system with the Digestive System Gizmo.
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8.1.1.C.SP.4: Evaluate the effect of the manipulated variable on the responding variable in a controlled experiment.
8.1.1.C.SP.4: Evaluate the effect of the manipulated variable on the responding variable in a controlled experiment.
Effect of Environment on New Life Form
Using the scientific method, control the environmental conditions for a fictional alien organism in order to learn how the organism responds to changes in conditions. Sunlight, water, and temperature can be varied to determine their effects on the shape of the aliens.
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Students assume the role of a scientist trying to solve a real world problem. They use scientific practices to collect and analyze data, and form and test a hypothesis as they solve the problems.
