Term IV - Science Portfolio 1 - Matter Subject: Science Name: _____________________
Teacher: Mr. Gerardo LAZARO Grade: 6th ________ Deadline: Oct-28
INSTRUCTIONS On a two-page layout, work following these instructions: LEFT PAGE: Classic I. 1. 2.
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Answer the following questions: Investigate the meaning of Matter. Find at least 3 definitions from 3 different sources, and contribute one definition of your own. Describe the place where you are doing this portfolio, and select 6 objects that you can describe classifying them by their states of matter, its characteristics and possible functions. How does Kinetic Energy affect Matter and its States? Justify your answer. Prepare a solution of Water and Salt (5% and 10%). Freeze the solution as ice cubes. Freeze regular in ice cubes. Observe and take the time for the melting of the ice with salt water (5% and 10%) and regular water. Make a graph (Temperature vs. Time) to observe the melting of the ice with salt water (5% and 10%) and regular water. Example:
Select at least 2 important concepts from the topic worked in class. Provide the concepts’ definitions, describe their characteristics and functions. Prepare a mind map, concept map or web diagram to connect as many concepts, ideas, definitions, functions and conclusions. Make connections between the information from the topic and your own life and/or surroundings. Annotate 3 or more words and/or concepts that you need more explaining to understand. Fill up the KWL Chart.
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Use this side to represent the main ideas or concepts in a graphic way: make drawings, paste images, find videos or music that represent, complement or clarify the concepts. Write a comment, a script for a video or podcast to express your understanding and points of view about the topic. Produce a video and publish it in your Wiki. Predict new outcomes. OPTIONAL: Engage in a collaborative project to reinforce the concepts from the topic.