Science 9

The nucleus and genetic information

I can explain that a cell's nucleus contains its genetic information and directs the cell's processes.

Using the terms gene and chromosome

I can use the terms gene and chromosome correctly and explain why precise terminology matters.

Major shifts in understanding genetics

I can identify major shifts in how scientists have understood genetics over time.

Mitosis and meiosis

I can illustrate and describe mitosis and meiosis and explain how they differ.

Graphing cell growth rate

I can determine and graph a cell population's growth rate and use the graph to interpolate and extrapolate values.

Distinguishing sexual and asexual reproduction

I can distinguish sexual from asexual reproduction across representative organisms.

Advantages of each reproduction type

I can compare the advantages and disadvantages of sexual and asexual reproduction.

Investigable questions on plant reproduction

I can identify testable questions to investigate about sexual reproduction in plants.

Investigating flower structure safely

I can safely use tools and apparatus to investigate and identify the parts of a flower.

Communicating investigation results

I can clearly communicate the results of a flower-structure investigation.

Genetic conditions we cannot yet cure

I can give examples of genetic conditions that current science and technology cannot yet cure.

Factors that change genetic information

I can discuss factors that can change a cell's genetic information (mutations).

Evaluating evidence on genetics

I can evaluate information and evidence about genetics and genetic engineering for reliability and bias.

Technologies from cellular knowledge

I can give examples of technologies developed from our knowledge of how cells function.

Canadian contributions to genetics

I can give examples of Canadian contributions to genetics and genetic-engineering science and technology.

Changing conceptions of matter

I can compare earlier ideas about the structure of matter with today's understanding.

WHMIS and safe lab technique

I can apply WHMIS standards and use proper techniques to handle and dispose of lab materials safely.

Investigating physical properties

I can investigate materials and describe them by their physical properties.

Displaying property data

I can compile and display data from a physical-properties investigation clearly.

Changes from chemical reactions

I can describe the changes that result from common chemical reactions.

Physical versus chemical change

I can use experimental data to determine whether a change is physical or chemical.

New questions from investigations

I can identify new investigable questions about physical and chemical changes that arise from my investigations.

Atomic theory up to the Bohr model

I can identify the major changes in atomic theory up to and including the Bohr model.

Modelling atomic structure

I can use models to describe the parts of atoms and molecules and choose scientifically appropriate terms.

Technologies enabling chemistry research

I can give examples of technologies that have enabled or advanced chemistry research.

Chemistry in individual and group settings

I can give examples showing that atomic-structure science happens in both individual and group settings.

Using the terms law and theory

I can explain the difference between a scientific law and a scientific theory and why using the terms correctly matters.

Common elements and their atomic structure

I can identify common elements and compare their characteristics and atomic structure.

How the periodic table developed

I can explain how collecting evidence, finding patterns, and proposing explanations led to the periodic table.

Using a classification key

I can use and construct a classification key to sort items by their characteristics.

Reading a chemical formula

I can read a chemical formula to identify its elements and count the atoms of each.

Chemistry and commercial materials

I can give examples of commercial materials developed from chemical knowledge.

Limited resources and efficient extraction

I can explain how limited resources have pushed scientists to extract elements more efficiently or find substitutes.

Properties of static charge

I can identify the properties of static electrical charges.

Producing static charge

I can explain how static charges are produced in common materials.

Technologies from static electricity

I can give examples of technologies developed from knowledge of static electricity.

Careers related to electricity

I can give examples of electricity-related careers in my community and province.

Charge flow and resistance in a circuit

I can describe how charge flows in a circuit and what factors affect a wire's resistance.

Static electricity versus electric current

I can qualitatively compare static electricity and electric current.

Framing testable circuit questions

I can rephrase a question about series and parallel circuits into a testable form.

Measuring with ammeters and voltmeters

I can use an ammeter and a voltmeter correctly to measure current and voltage in series and parallel circuits.

Sources of error in meter readings

I can identify potential sources of error when reading ammeters and voltmeters.

Explaining discrepancies in data

I can identify discrepancies in ammeter and voltmeter data and suggest explanations for them.

Graphing circuit data

I can present voltage, current, and resistance data graphically for series and parallel circuits.

Ohm's Law in series and parallel circuits

I can use Ohm's Law to describe how voltage, current, and resistance relate in series and parallel circuits with up to two resistors.

Electrical energy and power costs

I can relate electrical energy use to the cost of household power consumption.

Interpreting EnerGuide labels and utility bills

I can interpret an EnerGuide label and a utility bill, using precise energy terms.

Past and current electrical technologies

I can compare past and current electrical technologies that met similar needs.

Efficiency of an electrical appliance

I can quantitatively determine the efficiency of an electrical appliance that turns electrical energy into heat.

Energy transfer from station to home

I can describe how energy is transferred and converted from a generating station to a home.

Evaluating electrical energy sources

I can evaluate evidence and information sources when researching electrical energy production and its environmental impact.

Using recent data on energy problems

I can select recent, relevant data when researching the environmental problems of different types of electrical energy production.

Reducing electrical energy use

I can propose a practical course of action to reduce electrical energy consumption.

Development of alternative energy sources

I can give examples of alternative energy sources and explain how cost, availability, and material properties drove their development.

Apparent motion of celestial bodies

I can describe and explain why celestial bodies appear to move across the sky.

Formation of the solar system

I can describe the main scientific theory of how the solar system formed.

Composition of the solar system

I can describe the components of the solar system and their characteristics.

Testing theories about the solar system

I can explain why new evidence is needed to keep testing theories about the solar system and galaxies.

Canadian space research involvement

I can give examples of how the Canadian government and Canadian Space Agency take part in space research.

Taking a position on space exploration

I can take and defend a reasoned position on whether society should support space exploration.

Solar phenomena and their effects on Earth

I can describe solar phenomena and their effects on Earth.

Designing a model space station

I can design and describe a model space station that accounts for the Sun's influences on life and equipment.

Origin and evolution of the universe

I can describe the main theory of the origin and evolution of the universe.

Major components of the universe

I can describe and classify the major components of the universe.

Calculating travel time to a star

I can calculate the travel time to a distant star given a distance and a speed.

How technology reveals the universe

I can explain how data from technologies contributes to our knowledge of the universe.

Comparing stars and building a model

I can work with a group to compare stars in a data table and design a model showing them relative to our solar system.

Space exploration careers in Canada

I can describe Canadian science- and technology-based careers associated with space exploration.

New questions from studying space

I can identify new questions and problems that arise from studying space exploration.

The science behind space technologies

I can describe the science underlying technologies designed to explore space.