Scientific Method
What is the first step in the scientific method?
Make observations and ask a question
What are the basic units of life?
cells
What is photosynthesis?
Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight, water and carbon dioxide to produce sugars and oxygen.
Where can you find student supplies (hand sanitizer, pencils, tissues, etc.)? This is also the area where you must drop off any exit tickets, worksheets, or homework assignments.
Student Center
Follow directions _______ the _____ time.
Follow directions immediately the first time.
Describe what a hypothesis is.
A proposed explanation for something based on limited evidence, which can be tested
What is DNA?
Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is the molecule in cells that contains the genetic information of an organism.
What is mass?
The amount of matter or "stuff" in an object.
How should you enter the classroom?
Walk in, take a seat, and immediately get started on the do now (independently and silently).
How many people should be speaking at a time?
ONE person speaks at a time. It is disrespectful to speak over a classmate or teacher when they are speaking.
What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?
To provide a baseline for comparison against the experimental group.
What does it mean for an organism to respond to stimuli?
It reacts to changes in its environment.
What does the law of conservation of mass state?
Mass cannot be created or destroyed in a chemical reaction.
When can you leave your seat?
You can leave your seat after you raise your hand and ask for permission.
How should you come to class?
Be on time to class, be present, and be prepared to do work.
How do scientists ensure their experiments are reliable?
By repeating experiments and conducting peer review.
What system is responsible for transporting oxygen in the body?
circulatory system
What is the greenhouse effect?
The trapping of heat in the Earth’s atmosphere by greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide, methane, etc.).
How does the class get dismissed?
At the end of class, clean up your space, pick up any trash (throw out on your way out), and wait for the teacher to dismiss your table.
What are the 3 class policies on absences, late work, and electronics?
Absences: Students who have excused absences may make up missed work without penalty. Please find assignments for the days you were absent in the designated bin.
Late Work: Students who turn in work past the due date will lose points. All late work should be returned in the drop off bin with name and date.
Electronics: NO cellphones, AirPods, apple watches, headphones, etc.!
Explain the difference between qualitative and quantitative data.
Qualitative data is descriptive (qualities), while quantitative data is numerical (quantities).
List the characteristics that all living things share.
Made of cells, growth and development, metabolism, response to environment/stimuli, reproduction, homeostasis, heredity (passing traits), and adaptation.
What are the impacts of overusing natural resources?
Leads to depletion, environmental degradation, and loss of biodiversity.
What happens when the classroom expectations are broken by students?
1. Verbal warning from teacher
2. Lunch detention / phone call home
3. Sent to culture leader
4. Behavior plan
We should always be ______ to our peers, teachers, and the classroom environment.
We should always be RESPECTFUL to our peers, teachers, and the classroom environment.
Our classroom is a safe space where we are compassionate, respectful, and hardworking. We always try our best to solve our own problems when possible and do not hesitate to ask for help when needed. We all belong here!