The purpose of the introductory unit is to introduce the scientific method (the way scientists think!) and learn key lab and science skills that we will use throughout the semester. At the bottom of the page are links to class notes, worksheets and answers.
Unit 1 Introduction - Topics:
1. Lab Safety - Rules, WHMIS symbols, HHPS Symbols, Lab Equipment
2. The Scientific Method
Question: "What is the effect of _____________ on ________________"
Hypothesis: "If ______________ then _____________"
Experimental Design
Independent Variable: what YOU change
Dependent Variable: what changes as a result of the independent variable
Controlled Variables: what needs to stay the same to make the experiment FAIR
Materials
Procedure
Conduct the experiment
Qualitative Observations: based on 5 senses
Quantitative Observations: measurement or numbers
Analysis
Conclusion
Further Questions
3. Metric Conversions and Measurement
4. Scientific Notation and Significant Figures
5. Graphing
UNIT 1 TEST: FRIDAY FEBRUARY 19th!