1. October 18, 2013 Copy the correct diagram. October 18, 2013 Copy the correct diagram. When done…..use IPAD to go to team website and go to TUCKER MEAP Review Page, then download October 18, 2013 activity.

2. Vocabulary Assignment Directions: 1.Complete terms you know or don’t know 1.Complete the following slide (handout) with your table partner on terms you know or don’t know all 2.Make sure you know (very well) all of the terms that have PowerPoint slides definitions for terms you don’t know 3.Use I-pads and Google to help you find definitions for terms you don’t know Then, visit these sites for vocabulary challenges: http://education.jlab.org/vocabhangman/ http://www.neok12.com/vocabulary-games.htm http://www.eduplace.com/parents/hmsc/content/vocabgames/ http://www.harcourtschool.com/glossary/science/index6.html https://sites.google.com/a/csisd.org/mrs-mullen-s-5th-grade- science/study-vocabulary https://sites.google.com/a/csisd.org/mrs-mullen-s-5th-grade- science/study-vocabulary https://sites.google.com/a/stanlycountyschools.org/tommythomps on/science/vocabulary https://sites.google.com/a/stanlycountyschools.org/tommythomps on/science/vocabulary Directions: 1.Complete terms you know or don’t know 1.Complete the following slide (handout) with your table partner on terms you know or don’t know all 2.Make sure you know (very well) all of the terms that have PowerPoint slides definitions for terms you don’t know 3.Use I-pads and Google to help you find definitions for terms you don’t know Then, visit these sites for vocabulary challenges: http://education.jlab.org/vocabhangman/ http://www.neok12.com/vocabulary-games.htm http://www.eduplace.com/parents/hmsc/content/vocabgames/ http://www.harcourtschool.com/glossary/science/index6.html https://sites.google.com/a/csisd.org/mrs-mullen-s-5th-grade- science/study-vocabulary https://sites.google.com/a/csisd.org/mrs-mullen-s-5th-grade- science/study-vocabulary https://sites.google.com/a/stanlycountyschools.org/tommythomps on/science/vocabulary https://sites.google.com/a/stanlycountyschools.org/tommythomps on/science/vocabulary

3. Of the 140 Vocabulary Terms…… Terms I Know Well…..Terms I Am Not Sure Of…..

4. 8 th Grade Science Vocabulary Terms (140 terms for Frayer Model) 1.absorb 2.acquired traits 3.adaptations 4.atmosphere 5.atoms 6.balance of nature 7.balance scale 8.benefit 9.cell wall 10.cells 11.characteristics 12.chemical change 13.chemical weathering 14.chlorophyll 15.chromosome 16.climax community 17.closed circuit 18.cold blooded 19.cold front 20.community 21.competition 22.compound 23.conclusion 24.condensation 25.conductor 26.consumer 27.control 28.cytoplasm 29.data (datum) 30.decomposer 31.density 32.digestive system 33.direct rays 34.dominant traits 35.echo 36.echolocation 37.ecosystem 38.egg cell (ovary) 39.electromagnet 40.element 41.elevation 42.embryo 43.erosion 44.evaporation 45.evidence 46.evolution 47.extinct 48.fertilization 49.flower 50.food chain 51.food web 52.force 53.fossil 54.fulcrum 55.galaxy 56.gas 57.gene 58.germinate 59.gravity 60.heredity 61.humidity 62.hypothesis 63.igneous rock 64.inclined plane 65.incomplete circuit 66.inference 67.inherited traits 68.investigation 69.landfill 70.lava 71.lever 72.liquids 73.lunar phases 74.magma 75.mass 76.mechanical weathering 77.metamorphic rocks 78.meter 79.microscope 80.mineral 81.mixture 82.molecules 83.non-conductor (insulator) 84.non-native species (exotic) 85.observation 86.opaque 87.organ 88.ozone 89.parasite 90.photosynthesis 91.physical change 92.pioneer species 93.pollen 94.pollutant 95.population 96.precipitation 97.predation 98.procedure 99.producer 100.pulley 101.purpose 102.reaction force 103.recessive trait 104.reflect 105.refract 106.revolve 107.rock cycle 108.rotate 109.runoff 110.sedimentary rock 111.simple machine 112.single-celled organism 113.solar eclipse 114.solid 115.sonar 116.sound waves 117.speed 118.sublimation 119.succession 120.surface mining 121.symbiosis 122.temperature 123.thermal contraction 124.thermal expansion 125.thermometer 126.translucent 127.transparent 128.unbalanced forces 129.urban development 130.vacuum 131.vertebrate 132.volume 133.warm blooded 134.warm front 135.water cycle 136.weather 137.weight 138.wetland 139.wheel and axle 140.zygote

5. extinct Definition Species of organism that no longer has any living individuals Facts/Examples/NonExample Organisms disappear because of changes to the Earth’s environment Mass extinctions can happen as a result of large scale changes Human changes to the environment have caused many extinctions EX: dinosaurs, passenger pigeons, mammoth NONEX: endangered species are reduced in number and may go extinct but are not yet extinct Memory Pictograph

6. fertilization Definition Joining together of 2 cells to form a new cell called a zygote Facts/Examples/NonExample Sexual reproduction Requires male and female cells Eggs must be fertilized in order to grow into a new a organism EX: seed, embryo NONEX: unfertilized chicken egg will not divide and form a new organism Memory Pictograph

7. flower Definition Reproductive organs flowering plants Facts/Examples/NonExample Pollen needed from male stamen Egg cell needed from female pistil Pollination required for seeds to develop EX: apple blossom must be fertilized in order to develop in apple with seeds NONEX: if wind or bee (or Gregor Mendel with paint brush) do not transfer pollen Memory Pictograph

8. galaxy Definition Huge system of stars and dust particles Facts/Examples/NonExample Our galaxy is called the Milky Way (why? – color appears white in the sky) Galaxies can be spiral, bar shaped, elliptical or irregular in shape Milky Way is a spiral shaped galaxy shaped like a pinwheel EX: Milky Way, Andromeda, Magellanic Clouds NONEX: solar systems are only a single star system Memory Pictograph

9. Lunar Phases Definition Daily/ monthly changes in the Moon’s appearance Facts/Examples/NonExample Occur because of the one month revolution period of the Moon’s orbit around the Earth Moon’s rotation (spin) and revolution (orbit) take the same amount of time so we never see the far side of the Moon from Earth EX: 5 main phases NONEX: Lunar eclipse is caused by the Earth’s shadow Memory Pictograph

10. Mechanical Weathering Definition Physical action that breaks rocks apart without causing chemical changes to the rock Facts/Examples/NonExample Caused by wind, water, frost, animals and plants Main cause is frost action as water freezes and expands in cracks in the rock causing it to break apart EX: potholes in the road in winter and spring time NONEX: chemical weathering from oxidation, acid rain or water carrying away minerals that can dissolve Memory Pictograph

11. absorb Definition To collect, or take in Facts/Examples/NonExample Dark colors absorb heat Light is absorbed or reflected Leaves absorb sunlight in order to make food (photosynthesize) Sound waves are absorbed or reflected (echo) Cells absorb nutrients from their environment Memory Pictograph

12. acquired traits Definition Characteristic that an organisms develops because of its environment Facts/Examples/NonExample NOT traits NOT from parent, but from environment Help organism survive better Trait develops because of environmental conditions Ex: culture, language, larger muscles, acquired skill such as riding a bike Nonex: hair color, freckles, gender ----- inherited traits Memory Pictograph

13. adaptations Definition Traits that help plants and animals survive better Facts/Examples/NonExample Body parts of behaviors that help an organisms to survive more adaptations better chances for survival (Darwin) EX: Galapagos Islands finches with beaks adapted to what they feed on/ camouflage/ speed/ special coloration NONEX: traits that make survival less likely Memory Pictograph

14. atmosphere Definition blanket of gases that surround the Earth Facts/Examples/NonExample 78% nitrogen 21% oxygen other gases in much smaller amounts Mixture of nitrogen, oxygen and other gases in much smaller amounts Reduces in pressure as you go up in elevation Several layers that have different properties NONEX: hydrosphere, lithosphere, biosphere Memory Pictograph

15. atoms Definition Smallest form of matter Facts/Examples/NonExample Atoms bond together to form molecules Solids, liquids, gases, and plasma – made of atoms Atoms contain particles: – Protons (+) – neutrons(no charge) – electrons(-) Invisible and mostly empty space EX: Hydrogen atoms and all elements of the Periodic Table NONEX: Molecules are MADE OF atoms bonded together Memory Pictograph Carbon Atom – Atomic # 6

16. balance of nature Definition Balance and variety of species in a community Facts/Examples/NonExample Helps prevent overpopulation Birth rate and death rate are similar Waste of one species is food source for another species EX: bacteria are decomposers/ roaches are scavengers NONEX: Lake Erie dead zones from too much algae growth kills fish in sudden die off event Memory Pictograph

17. balance scale Definition Instrument used to measure mass (amount of matter)of an object Facts/Examples/NonExample Measuring tool Works like a lever Compares unknown mass to known mass Measures in metric: grams (g) or kilograms (kg) Heavy mass goes down/ light mass goes up EX: triple beam balance NONEX: human weight scale – measures mass and pull of gravity on you which depends on whether you are on Earth, moon, or another planet Memory Pictograph

18. benefit Definition Something that provides and advantage to an organism Facts/Examples/NonExample Anything that helps a species survive Benefits come with risks EX: pesticides can benefit humans by reducing mosquito populations BUT organisms that feed off mosquitoes (bats, birds, fish, frogs) will be harmed NONEX: no long term benefit to using up all the resources Memory Pictograph

19. cells Definition Basic unit of all living things Facts/Examples/NonExample Animal cells usually round Plant cells usually more squared off Human body made up of trillions of cells All cells come from other living cells EX: prokaryote (no nucleus) and eukaryote (has nucleus) cells NONEX: atoms and molecules are matter that help to make up cells but cells are alive and matter is not Memory Pictograph

20. cell wall Definition Outer boundary of a plant, fungi, and bacteria cells Facts/Examples/NonExample Hard rigid boundary that provides support and protection Explains why plants do not move about well Can bend, but will not move EX: made of cellulose and makes wood hard and durable NONEX: animal cells do NOT have cell walls Memory Pictograph

21. characteristics Definition Collection of traits that form the way an organism looks Facts/Examples/NonExample We inherit our traits from our parents So do other organisms 50% from each parent organism EX: hair color, body shape, skin color NONEX: acquired traits such as playing a musical instrument Memory Pictograph

22. chemical change Definition Change in a substance that produces a new type of substance with new chemical properites Facts/Examples/NonExample Happens because of chemical reactions Chemical bonds are broken and/ or new bonds are formed Cannot be reversed – new substances formed EX: fire, rust, baking soda & vinegar NONEX: physical change such as change in size by cutting paper or wood Memory Pictograph

23. chemical weathering Definition Process by which rocks are broken down by chemical changes Facts/Examples/NonExample Man-made or natural Dissolves rocks Acids do most of the weathering and erode the surface of the rocks EX: acid rain NONEX: rocks eroded by wind or frost action which are both mechanical weathering Memory Pictograph Acid rain wears down surface by chemical action

24. chlorophyll Definition Chemical that is used by plants during photosynthesis Facts/Examples/NonExample Gives plants their green color In chloroplasts of plant cells Allows plants to produce their own food EX: all plants NONEX: animals do not produce their own food Memory Pictograph

25. chromosome Definition deoxyribonucleic acid made of strands of DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, is the hereditary material in humans and almost all other organisms Facts/Examples/NonExample Humans have 46 chromosomes 23 chromosomes from each parent “blueprint” of how to build (or repair) a particular organism EX: eukaryotes have chromosomes in the nucleus of the cell NONEX: prokaryotes have DNA but not inside of a nucleus (prokaryotes do not have a nucleus) Memory Pictograph

26. climax community Definition Last step of a natural process called succession Facts/Examples/NonExample Takes a long time Lake dries up, becomes a wetland, then a meadow, then shrubs, then trees then forest Can stay as a forest for many years EX: U of M Dearborn hiking area is a beech-maple climax community NONEX: people cut down all the trees and change natural pattern Memory Pictograph

27. closed circuit Definition Electrical circuit in which electricity can flow freely Facts/Examples/NonExample Wires are fully connected into a path for electrons to flow freely Light bulbs can light up Battery is source of electron flow EX: flashlight switched on NONEX: open switch, broken wire, or burned out light bulb Memory Pictograph

28. cold blooded Definition Animal whose body temperature changes with the environmental temperature Facts/Examples/NonExample Body temperature is not constant Body temperature changes with temperature of its environment Warm and cold extremes can kill the animal EX: reptiles, amphibians, fish, invertebrates NONEX: mammals, birds Memory Pictograph

29. cold front Definition Occurs when cold air mass moves warm air mass upward Facts/Examples/NonExample Brings cold and unstable weather Can be fast or slow Can form dangerous clouds quickly and lead to severe weather EX: cumulonimbus clouds (tallest and possible tornado producers) NONEX: warm front – rain likely and less severe Memory Pictograph

30. community Definition Group of different populations living in the same place Facts/Examples/NonExample Groups of organisms affect each other in the community Creates a unique area EX: forest community, pond community, meadow community, coral reef community NONEX: population refers to just one species in a community Memory Pictograph

31. competition Definition Interaction between 2 organisms over basic resources such as food, water, shelter, mates Facts/Examples/NonExample The more adaptations an organisms has to its environment, the less it needs to compete Some animals change their habits to have less competition EX: invasive species outcompeting native species, deer feeding at different times or on different plants NONEX: mutualism Memory Pictograph

32. compound Definition Pure substance made up of 2 or more different elements that are bonded together Facts/Examples/NonExample Have chemical and physical properties not like the original elements Always has a chemical formula EX: salt (NaCl), water (H 2 O), carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) NONEX: elements are made of just one type of atom, mixtures are made of different materials next to each other BUT NOT BONDED TOGETHER Memory Pictograph

33. conclusion Definition Explains whether the hypothesis of an experiment was supported by the results of the experiment Facts/Examples/NonExample Summary that re-checks the hypothesis Part of the scientific method Examines the data and results of an experiment EX: see memory pictograph NONEX: hypothesis has to be tested/ conclusion states whether hypothesis is supported by the results of the experiment Memory Pictograph

34. condensation Definition Physical change in matter from a gas to a liquid state Facts/Examples/NonExample Caused by cooling of the temperature of the gas Second step in the water cycle Physical change EX: cold glass on a hot humid day forms condensation, fog, clouds, dew NONEX: evaporation is the opposite of condensation Memory Pictographs

35. conductor Definition Material that allows heat and electricity to pass through Facts/Examples/NonExample Molecules either vibrate (heat) or pass along electrons (electricity) Metals are the best conductors Nonmetals are usually insulators, not conductors EX: copper, aluminum, iron, steel NONEX: rubber, plastic, wood Memory Pictograph

36. consumer Definition Organism that cannot make its own food and must get food by consuming other organisms Facts/Examples/NonExample Needs to obtain energy by eating other organisms Can eat producers (plants) or other consumers EX: humans, herbivores, carnivores, omnivores NONEX: producers make their own food through photosysthesis Memory Pictograph

37. control Definition Part of an experiment that is kept the same so it can be used as a comparison to the other data Facts/Examples/NonExample Helps check results of experiment Makes experiments more accurate EX: experiment comparing fertilizers, one trial has NO fertilizer NONEX: constants in an experiment keep all conditions similar, control leaves out the manipulated variable (independent variable) Memory Pictograph

38. cytoplasm Definition Thick fluid contained in the cell membrane of all cells Facts/Examples/NonExample Helps hold or contain the insides of a cell Cell jelly/ gel Allows materials to move about inside cell Mostly water EX: found in all types of cells NONEX: cell organelles are supported by cytoplasm Memory Pictograph

39. data (datum) Definition Information gathered and organized during an experiment Facts/Examples/NonExample Graphs and charts Shows observations and evidence Good data comes form fair experiments and good variables EX: Data chart for experiment in class NONEX: conclusions and analysis occur after collecting data Memory Pictograph

40. decomposer Definition Organism that obtains food by breaking down dead organisms Facts/Examples/NonExample Uses dead organisms as nutrients Critical for healthy ecosystem Helps rid nature of dead organisms Types of consumer EX: bacteria, fungus NONEX: scavengers arrive before too much decomposition takes place Memory Pictograph

41. density Definition Ratio of mass to volume Facts/Examples/NonExample Density = mass / volume Depends on how How tightly packed are the molecules in a given amount of space? Feathers ----low density Gold ---------high density Water has a density of 1 > 1 sink in water < 1 float in water Memory Pictograph

42. digestive system Definition Organ system that breaks down food into a form that the body can absorb/ use Facts/Examples/NonExample Uses both physical and chemical changes in the process Broken down materials move from the small intestine into the blood stream Circulatory system moves food and nutrients through the blood to the cells Memory Pictograph

43. direct rays Definition Sunlight that reaches the Earth with more intensity Facts/Examples/NonExample Strikes at a direct angle and more energy is hitting the surface Always occurring near the equator Summer has more direct rays than winter EX: tropical rain forests receive direct rays all year NONEX: polar areas never receive direct rays Memory Pictograph

44. dominant traits Definition Inherited traits that show up more often in a population Facts/Examples/NonExample Traits that occur with greater frequency Research of Gregor Mendel and pea plants Geneticists study dominant and recessive traits EX: brown hair, brown eyes, widow’s peak, etc… NONEX: blue eyes, red hair are recessive traits for the general population Memory Pictograph

45. echo Definition Sound waves bouncing back from hitting a hard surface Facts/Examples/NonExample Sound energy is a mechanical wave that can be absorbed or reflected by the objects it hits Used by bats and dolphins to locate prey or predators EX: cave, gym, shower, empty room NONEX: room covered with carpeting on floors and walls Memory Pictograph

46. echolocation Definition Method of navigation in which sound waves are bounced off objects to determine distance and location Facts/Examples/NonExample Used by bats and dolphins and other animals Helps locate prey Humans borrowed idea for radar and sonar EX: sonar bounces sound waves at sea NONEX: radar bounces EM waves not sound waves Memory Pictograph

47. ecosystem Definition All the living and nonliving things in a community Facts/Examples/NonExample Make up a special location where organisms and resources interact Air, water, soil, are non- living but still important to ecosystem working properly EX: forest ecosystem, pond ecosystem, estuary ecosystem NONEX: a single population of one organisms Memory Pictograph

48. egg cell (ovary) Definition Cell produced by the female reproductive system – must combine with sperm cell to become fertilized Facts/Examples/NonExample Organisms that reproduce through sexual reproduction must begin as an egg cell Can grow into seeds or infants Must be fertilized in order to grow EX: chicken egg cell – very large cell NONEX: organisms that reproduce asexually do not require egg cells to reproduce Memory Pictograph

49. electromagnet Definition Powerful magnet produced by coiling wire around iron and running electricity through Facts/Examples/NonExample Attracts certain metals only – iron, steel, nickel Moving electrons make the magnet more powerful EX: lifts up scrap cars and even small electromagnets can lift heavier weights NONEX: regular magnets with no added wires and electricity Memory Pictograph

50. element Definition A pure substance that consists of only one type of atom with unique properties Facts/Examples/NonExample Found on periodic table Cannot be broken down further Atomic number is determined by number of protons in the nucleus Neutrons are also in the nucleus Electrons move in different energy shells around the nucleus EX: each of the types of atoms listed on Periodic Table NONEX: compounds, mixtures Memory Pictograph

51. elevation Definition Height above sea level Facts/Examples/NonExample Can be above or below sea level Topographic maps show elevation EX: Detroit area is about 600 feet above sea level, so its elevation is 600 feet NONEX: latitude or longitude show location on the globe, but not elevation above sea level Memory Pictograph

52. embryo Definition Very early stage in the development of an organism Facts/Examples/NonExample An embryo will develop form a fertilized egg Stages of the embryo are related to stages of evolution (looks different at different stages) Will develop into a baby organism EX: human embryo, chicken embryo NONEX: does not occur in asexual reproduction, requires egg and sperm cells Memory Pictograph

53. erosion Definition Process in which soil and rock particles are carried away by wind, moving water or gravity Facts/Examples/NonExample Natural force that causes rocks to lose particles Changes the appearance of rocks EX: Sphinx and tombstones affected by wind and acid rain NONEX: deposition is the opposite action and sediments build up in areas where wind or water oor ice slow down Memory Pictograph

54. evaporation Definition Physical change of state (phase change) from a liquid to a gas state Facts/Examples/NonExample 1 st step in the water cycle Sun’s energy is what causes molecules of water to move faster and evaporate Other liquids also evaporate when energy is added (heat) EX: water, alcohol, gasoline all evaporate into the air EX: boiling water is rapid evaporation NONEX: condensation is the opposite of evaporation Memory Pictograph

55. evidence Definition Any tested observation or experimental data that supports a hypothesis Facts/Examples/NonExample Data must support the hypothesis in order to be evidence that the hypothesis is correct Allows scientists to know whether they are on the right track or need to “go back to the drawing board” EX: gas and bubbles in an experiment show a chemical change NONEX: guessing with no facts supporting the guess Memory Pictograph

56. evolution Definition Scientific Theory that explains changes in organisms over long periods of time Facts/Examples/NonExample Successful adaptations increase the chances of surviving and reproducing Poor adaptations make it more difficult for an organisms to survive and reproduce EX: fast running animals escape predators and survive NONEX: giraffes didn’t grow longer necks in one generation…but the taller giraffes survived better and reproduced offspring like themselves Memory Pictograph

57. 8 th Grade Science Vocabulary Terms (140 terms for Frayer Model) 1.absorb 2.acquired traits 3.adaptations 4.atmosphere 5.atoms 6.balance of nature 7.balance scale 8.benefit 9.cell wall 10.cells 11.characteristics 12.chemical change 13.chemical weathering 14.chlorophyll 15.chromosome 16.climax community 17.closed circuit 18.cold blooded 19.cold front 20.community 21.competition 22.compound 23.conclusion 24.condensation 25.conductor 26.consumer 27.control 28.cytoplasm 29.data (datum) 30.decomposer 31.density 32.digestive system 33.direct rays 34.dominant traits 35.echo 36.echolocation 37.ecosystem 38.egg cell (ovary) 39.electromagnet 40.element 41.elevation 42.embryo 43.erosion 44.evaporation 45.evidence 46.evolution 47.extinct 48.fertilization 49.flower 50.food chain 51.food web 52.force 53.fossil 54.fulcrum 55.galaxy 56.gas 57.gene 58.germinate 59.gravity 60.heredity 61.humidity 62.hypothesis 63.igneous rock 64.inclined plane 65.incomplete circuit 66.inference 67.inherited traits 68.investigation 69.landfill 70.lava 71.lever 72.liquids 73.lunar phases 74.magma 75.mass 76.mechanical weathering 77.metamorphic rocks 78.meter 79.microscope 80.mineral 81.mixture 82.molecules 83.non-conductor (insulator) 84.non-native species (exotic) 85.observation 86.opaque 87.organ 88.ozone 89.parasite 90.photosynthesis 91.physical change 92.pioneer species 93.pollen 94.pollutant 95.population 96.precipitation 97.predation 98.procedure 99.producer 100.pulley 101.purpose 102.reaction force 103.recessive trait 104.reflect 105.refract 106.revolve 107.rock cycle 108.rotate 109.runoff 110.sedimentary rock 111.simple machine 112.single-celled organism 113.solar eclipse 114.solid 115.sonar 116.sound waves 117.speed 118.sublimation 119.succession 120.surface mining 121.symbiosis 122.temperature 123.thermal contraction 124.thermal expansion 125.thermometer 126.translucent 127.transparent 128.unbalanced forces 129.urban development 130.vacuum 131.vertebrate 132.volume 133.warm blooded 134.warm front 135.water cycle 136.weather 137.weight 138.wetland 139.wheel and axle 140.zygote