Grade 6 Worksheets

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• Introduce the concept of phenotypic variation and its causes.
• Explain how genetic and environmental factors influence organism traits.
• Identify examples of variation due to heredity, environment, and gene expression.+ Show more

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• Understand geologic processes that modify Earth's surface over time.
• Identify evidence of landscape evolution such as rock strata and fossil records.
• Differentiate between rapid and slow surface change events.+ Show more

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• Identify different types of natural hazards and interpret observational data related to them.
• Understand patterns and recurrence intervals of natural hazards such as earthquakes and storms.
• Assess potential locations and magnitudes of hazards based on data analysis.+ Show more

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• Understand how Earth's systems transfer matter and energy through coupled interactions.
• Identify feedback mechanisms such as albedo change and sediment transport.
• Describe energy sources, phase changes, and their role in system patterns over time.+ Show more

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• Understand how heritable variation influences natural selection.
• Identify examples of natural selection in various environments.
• Evaluate mechanisms that lead to shifts in trait frequencies over generations.+ Show more

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• Construct evidence-based arguments linking ecosystem alterations to population increases or declines.
• Explain case studies involving predator reintroduction, invasive species, habitat fragmentation, and disease outbreaks.
• Analyze empirical data and longitudinal observations to infer causes of population responses.+ Show more

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• Identify various electronic sensors and understand their functions
• Explain the purpose of data loggers and digital probes
• Learn calibration procedures and importance in measurements+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of systematic observation in scientific studies.
• Differentiate between qualitative notes and quantitative measurements.
• Identify common instruments used in scientific observation such as rulers, balances, and thermometers.+ Show more

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• Identify the major components of the solar system, including planets, dwarf planets, asteroids, and belts.
• Differentiate between terrestrial and gas giant planets based on their characteristics.
• Understand the concepts of planetary temperature, surface conditions, and habitability in relation to their environments.

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• Explain how gas particles move and collide within a container.
• Describe how particle speed and collision frequency influence gas pressure.
• Connect the particle model to real-world examples of gas behavior.

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• Describe the particle arrangements in solids, liquids, and gases.
• Explain how particle behavior relates to the properties of matter.
• Identify the differences in particle motion in different states of matter.

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• Identify observable physical properties of matter
• Understand the importance of physical properties in classifying materials
• Differentiate between physical and chemical changes

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• Define ecological succession and distinguish between primary and secondary succession.
• Identify pioneer species and their roles in succession.
• Understand how succession leads to changes in biodiversity and community structure.

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• Identify the major structures of tree roots
• Explain the role of roots in supporting tree survival
• Describe how roots transport nutrients and water+ Show more

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• Understand the importance of formulating clear, measurable hypotheses.
• Identify appropriate control groups in experiments.
• Recognize how sample size and replication affect experimental validity.+ Show more

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• Identify the components of a data table, including column headings and metadata.
• Understand the importance of clear and consistent labels in data recording.
• Recognize examples of data tables used in real-world scientific observations.

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• Understand what measurement uncertainty is and its sources
• Learn how environmental and human factors influence data variability
• Identify methods used to estimate measurement uncertainty+ Show more

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• Define the different types of variables: independent, dependent, and controlled
• Identify variables in scientific experiments related to Alberta's ecology
• Understand the importance of operational definitions and measurement consistency+ Show more

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• Understand how pollution impacts aquatic ecosystems.
• Identify examples of human influence on waterways.
• Learn strategies to reduce pollution and protect water habitats.

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• Understand the importance of safety protocols in scientific work
• Identify key ethical considerations and practices in science
• Recognize proper handling of tools, materials, and data in lab settings+ Show more

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• Understand Earth's rotation and its effect on day and night.
• Describe how Earth's tilt and orbit cause seasons and variations in daylight.
• Identify key points about solstices and equinoxes as markers of seasonal change.+ Show more

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• Understand the sources and examples of phenotypic variation in organisms.
• Explain how genetic and environmental factors influence organism traits.
• Describe the connection between DNA sequence variation, epigenetics, and observable differences.+ Show more

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• Understand how anatomical and molecular traits provide evidence for common ancestry among taxa.
• Identify homologous structures, vestigial organs, and conserved DNA sequences in different organisms.
• Interpret phylogenetic trees and related evidence to explain lineage splitting and trait inheritance.+ Show more

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• Explain how genetic differences and environmental factors contribute to observable variations among individuals.
• Identify models of allele combinations and mutation impacts on traits.
• Describe nonheritable influences such as temperature-dependent coloration and nutrient effects on plants.+ Show more

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• Explain how traits are transmitted from parents to offspring using genes.
• Predict offspring trait ratios using Mendelian inheritance models.
• Construct and interpret simple models of dominant and recessive inheritance patterns.+ Show more

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• Identify observable features that distinguish single-celled and multicellular organisms.
• Understand the relationship between cells, tissues, organs, and whole organisms.
• Recognize empirical characteristics like membrane-bound compartments and cell size ranges.+ Show more

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• Understand how population trends and resource use impact earth systems.
• Evaluate different sustainable practices such as renewable energy and conservation.
• Compare policy and technological options for sustainability.+ Show more

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• Understand how geological processes influence the distribution of mineral, energy, and groundwater resources.
• Identify spatial patterns in ore deposits, petroleum basins, and aquifers.
• Evaluate the impact of human activity and technology on resource availability and sustainability.+ Show more

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• Understand the major organ systems in the human body and their functions.
• Identify the structure and purpose of each organ system.
• Describe how different organ systems work together to maintain health.+ Show more

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• Describe matter as composed of particles too small to see and relate microscopic behavior to macroscopic properties.
• Explain particle motion, collisions, and spacing in different phases of matter.
• Use particle models to understand changes of state such as melting, freezing, boiling, and condensation.+ Show more

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• Understand the origins and patterns of natural hazards such as earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes, and floods.
• Analyze the effects of these hazards on communities and infrastructure.
• Evaluate relationships among tectonic, atmospheric, and hydrologic processes to explain hazard occurrence.+ Show more

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• Identify different human activities that affect earth systems.
• Explain causal links between human actions and environmental changes.
• Analyze the effects of land-use change, pollution, and resource extraction on ecosystems.+ Show more

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• Analyze data from comparative tests of different prototypes to determine performance characteristics.
• Interpret graphs, averages, and discuss errors to support design trade-offs.
• Apply optimization strategies that balance goals like strength versus weight or cost versus durability.+ Show more

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• Compare multiple design solutions using matrices, scoring rubrics, and prototypes.
• Evaluate and rank design options based on quantitative and qualitative metrics.
• Understand how trade-offs influence the selection of solutions.+ Show more

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• Understand how to specify criteria and constraints for a design problem.
• Learn to define success measures and limits such as materials, cost, and safety.
• Use simple models and scientific principles to relate cause and effect in problem solving.+ Show more

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• Understand the relative sizes, distances, and periods of orbit of planets within the solar system.
• Compare planetary properties using astronomical units, radii, and orbital periods.
• Interpret data tables and charts to analyze spatial relationships within the solar system.+ Show more

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• Understand gravitational attraction as the primary force governing planetary motion.
• Describe how mutual gravity produces elliptical orbits and influences orbital periods.
• Explain the role of central gravitational potential in satellite and planetary orbits.+ Show more

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• Explain the geometric relationships among Earth, Moon, and Sun that produce lunar phases and eclipses.
• Identify the sequence of primary lunar phases and the conditions for solar and lunar eclipses.
• Describe how the apparent size and alignment of the Moon influence visibility of phases and eclipses.+ Show more

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• Explain how gravitational attraction depends on mass and distance between objects.
• Differentiate between gravitational forces and contact forces like friction.
• Use examples such as planetary orbits, Earth-Moon interactions, and falling objects to illustrate gravity.+ Show more

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• Understand how species occurrence and richness reveal biodiversity patterns across ecosystems.
• Compare biodiversity variations in island, latitudinal, and habitat contexts.
• Interpret ecological and historical factors influencing biodiversity distribution.+ Show more

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• Analyze fossil occurrences and stratigraphic sequences to understand patterns of origin, diversification, and extinction.
• Identify morphological transitions in the fossil record, such as fish-to-tetrapod examples.
• Use temporal, relative, and radiometric dating methods to determine lineage continuity and turnover.+ Show more

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• Understand how heritable traits influence survival and reproduction.
• Identify examples of natural selection in environmental contexts.
• Explain how trait frequencies change over generations due to selection pressures.+ Show more

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• Understand how trait frequencies change over generations due to environmental factors.
• Interpret proportional reasoning, frequency charts, and graphs in population studies.
• Analyze models predicting population change and the impact of demographic factors.+ Show more

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• Describe how atoms combine to form simple molecules like H2O and NaCl.
• Use models such as ball-and-stick and space-filling representations to visualize molecules.
• Explain the relationship between molecular structure and observable patterns of matter.+ Show more

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• Identify criteria that indicate a chemical reaction has occurred.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to determine if new substances are formed.
• Recognize indicators of chemical reactions such as color change, gas evolution, precipitate formation, and temperature change.+ Show more

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• Understand the principle of conservation of mass in physical and chemical changes.
• Trace atoms and mass during chemical reactions and physical processes.
• Use models and diagrams to demonstrate mass conservation at the particle level.+ Show more

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• Understand the origins and sources of synthetic materials derived from natural resources.
• Compare properties of substances such as plastic, fiber, and glass and relate them to their uses.
• Explain the processes involved in extracting and processing resources for manufacturing.+ Show more

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• Compare different conservation strategies and their ecological trade-offs.
• Analyze case studies such as coral reef restoration and riparian buffer implementation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of various ecosystem management practices under environmental pressures.+ Show more