• May152013

    POSTED AT 12:19 PM

    As we study our unit on Light and Color -- expand your knowledge by answering the three questions below. Use the internet to help you. 
     

    1.  Why is the sky blue?
    2.  Why are sunsets red?
    3. Why is water greenish-blue?

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    Mar122013

    POSTED AT 12:08 PM

    Yesterday's video on Static Electricity demonstrated the transfer of charge using using two metal cans with a metal tack suspended between the cans. Explain how a charge was created (ex: what was being rubbed and transferred to the can) and what kept the metal tack "ringing" between the two cans.  Also, explain why the first can was suspended on a block of wax while the other can was in direct contact with the desk.

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    Feb192013

    POSTED AT 09:18 AM

    At a hot air balloon festival, hot air balloons slowly fill and then magically float within our atmosphere.  How do these hot air balloons fly? Use Boyle's Law and Charles' Law and explain your answer.  I'm looking for an extended response to receive thefullextra credit. Use the internet to help with your answer.   

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    Jan082013

    POSTED AT 09:28 AM

    Since most of you will be driving the roads of Burton within the next year (scary, I know) let's apply a little physics to it.  To better prepare you to keep our roads safe, explain:
     
    1.  Why does the passenger side mirror on my car state "objects in mirror are closer than they appear?"
    2.  Why isn't the same warning on the driver's side mirror?
    3.  Explain the physics behind this concept and relate it to our recent lesson about reflection and mirrors.
     
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    Jan012013

    POSTED AT 04:02 PM

    -To access the practice tests, click on the link below: 

    OAA Success Practice Test

    1.  Fill in your log-in in the lower box that says:  "If your teacher created a user-ID for you, enter that in the box below and click "Sign Up for New Account"
    2.  Fill in a new password on the boxes (write down your password on the inside of your agenda)
    3.  You do NOT need to enter an email address
    4.  Click "Continue"
    5.  Under the "Homework" tab is the first test titled, "Life Science OAA Review"
    6. Click "GO" then "Start test"
    7.  ALL answers must be completed to the best if your ability (including extended response).
    8.  Only submit your test if you are finished

     

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    Nov262012

    POSTED AT 01:06 PM

    As we approach the home stretch on our study of the Moon, Earth and Sun, it is important to understand one last concept.  You are to answer the following questions below in a paragraph form.  You can use the internet to help you or your textbook (pages 535-538).  You may also use this website to help you. http://www.school-for-champions.com/science/gravitation_tides.htm


    • What causes tides?
    • Why are there high tides on both sides of the Earth?
    • What role does the alignment of the Moon and Sun have on the tide


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    Oct312012

    POSTED AT 09:21 AM

    Write a paragraph explaining why vertebrates are classified as chordates, but not all chordates are classified as vertebrates.

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    Oct172012

    POSTED AT 01:44 PM

    An earthquake happened within the United States on Tuesday, October 16th at 7:12 p.m.  In your blog response, you must tell me:

       1.  What state did this happen in? 
       2.  Where was the epicenter located?
       3.  What was the magnitude?
       4.  How can an earthquake happen in this area if it's not on a plate boundary?

    Use this sight to help you.  http://www.maine.gov/doc/nrimc/mgs/explore/hazards/quake/quake-faq.htm



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    Oct162012

    POSTED AT 02:17 PM

    How can the abundance and diversity of living organisms in the tropical rainforest be explained?

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    Aug282012

    POSTED AT 12:23 PM

    Think you may want to be a scientist? Look at all the options you have to choose from! The word “OLOGY” means the “study of.” After completing your "ology" assignment, tell me what type of scientist you would like to be - and why! 


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    Most important, when posting to this website, NEVER use your last name or email address.  Post your answers using your first name, last initial, and class period. Feel free to look around my site! It will come in handy this year!