Science!

We study Introductory Physical Science in 8th grade. This includes basic physics and chemistry. We started off the year learning some basic lab skills that we'll need all year long. Here are some pictures of us learning to measure mass, liquid volume, and the volume of irregularly shaped solids. We're also learning how to think creatively, and solve problems. As we display here, science is cool!

In "Coin Operated", we discovered that pennies made before 1982 are denser than pennies made after 1982, due to a change in their composition.

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Amy, Mara, and Molly find the mass of some pennies.

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Clare, Casie, and Stephanie check the mass of their pennies.

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In "Measuring Liquid Volume", students practiced the skill of accurately measuring the volume of a liquid.

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Russell observes as Joe and Jack make a precise measurement.

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Cory measures like a true scientist!

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Dani and Aimee find joy in measuring liquids.

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Donavon and Mark show real teamwork!
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Katherine measures her liquid accurately.

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Brittany helps Kaylee measure properly.

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Liza watches as Allie measures with utmost care.

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Ryan assists Jordan, hoping no spillage occurs.

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"Off to the Races" gave the students a chance to apply the scientific method to solve a problem.

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Eric, Ross, and Jason watch as Elliot does all the work.

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Molly, Amy, and Caity work intently on their racer. Mara ponders how to utilize the hanger.

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Brandon seems amused at Nate's apparent confusion.

 

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Kim works hard on the plan, while Katherine seems proud that she bent the hanger, and Katie appears to be up to something devious.
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Clare shows her enjoyment of hands-on creation, but Jamie and Olivia are too busy to notice the camera.

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Cory's group tests their design. "Hey - whattaya know? It works!!"

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Aimee, Dani, and Gina get ready to go cruisin'.

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Austin's group found their design to be the fastest.

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Jamie and Amanda combine their efforts to make some wheels.

 

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