Grade 6 Science Worksheets

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• Understand how surface area, porosity, and suspension geometry influence parachute drag.
• Explain the concepts of terminal velocity and how mass-to-area ratio affects descent speed.
• Recognize design trade-offs between descent rate and stability in canopy engineering.+ Show more

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• Understand how pressure differences form low and high pressure zones.
• Identify the impact of topography and uneven heating on regional pressure patterns.
• Explain how pressure gradients drive wind and weather changes.+ Show more

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• Explain how the Sun's apparent path varies with season and latitude.
• Identify key differences in the Sun's position at different times of year and locations.
• Describe how changes in solar elevation affect day length and sunlight intensity.+ Show more

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• Understand predictable paths of celestial bodies as seen from a fixed location.
• Identify seasonal constellations and their rise/set times.
• Describe planetary motion and how it appears against the star background.+ Show more

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• Understand the mechanics of Earth's rotation and how it causes day and night.
• Identify the factors that influence variation in daylight hours throughout the year.
• Explain how Earth's axial tilt and orbit around the Sun create seasonal changes in day length.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of Earth's rotation and how it causes day and night.
• Identify the sequence of sunrise, solar noon, and sunset observed across Alberta time zones.
• Explain how Earth's rotation relates to the apparent daily motion of celestial objects.+ Show more

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• Understand the conditions leading to solar and lunar eclipses.
• Identify the key celestial alignments necessary for different types of eclipses.
• Explain why eclipses are relatively rare at a specific location and how orbital geometry affects visibility.+ Show more

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• Understand how Earth's axial tilt causes seasonal variation in sunlight and climate.
• Explain the relationship between solar elevation, daylight duration, and seasons.
• Identify regional examples of seasonal effects, such as Alberta's summer and winter conditions.+ Show more

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• Understand the relative positions and relationships among the Sun, Earth, and Moon.
• Identify how gravitational interactions influence lunar phases, eclipses, and tides.
• Explain how celestial alignments produce observable phenomena such as solar and lunar eclipses.

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• Identify different major regional forest types and their characteristic species.
• Understand how environmental factors influence forest distribution and boundaries.
• Recognize examples of forest types found in Alberta.+ Show more

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• Understand the key concepts of integrated management in forest ecosystems.
• Identify approaches used in Alberta for sustainable forest management.
• Recognize the importance of ecological, economic, and social objectives.+ Show more

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• Understand the role of root systems in tree health and stability.
• Identify different types of root adaptations and their functions.
• Explain the importance of mycorrhizal associations in water and nutrient absorption.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of species classification and its importance in ecology.
• Identify functional groups such as producers, consumers, and decomposers.
• Distinguish between native and invasive species, with examples relevant to Alberta.+ Show more

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• Understand the purpose of data tables in recording measurements.
• Identify key features of effective data tables such as appropriate column headings and unit inclusion.
• Recognize the importance of metadata fields like location, instrument type, and observer notes.+ Show more

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• Identify main structures of trees such as roots, trunk, branches, leaves, buds, and bark.
• Explain the functions of different tree structures in support, transport, storage, and protection.
• Understand how structural variations in trees adapt to different habitats in Alberta.+ Show more

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• Understand the key components involved in integrated synthesis of environmental data.
• Recognize the importance of documentation, measurement strategies, and data handling in scientific reporting.
• Learn how coherent inquiry enhances policy-relevant conclusions from complex datasets.+ Show more

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• Understand different sampling methods used in environmental studies.
• Identify the advantages and limitations of random, stratified, and systematic sampling.
• Describe how sampling choices affect data interpretation in ecological surveys.+ Show more

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• Define the different types of variables: independent, dependent, and controlled.
• Explain the role of operational definitions and measurement consistency in experiments.
• Identify Alberta-focused examples of variables affecting environmental outcomes.+ Show more

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• Understand the concepts of reflection and refraction of light.
• Identify how light changes direction at surfaces and boundaries.
• Recognize the role of lenses and optical phenomena like mirages.

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• Understand what chemical indicators are and how they signal chemical reactions.
• Identify various observable signs of chemical changes.
• Learn that multiple indicators together give stronger evidence of chemical reactions.+ Show more

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• Understand the principle of paper chromatography and how it separates mixture components.
• Identify factors affecting the movement of substances in chromatography.
• Explain how chromatographic separation reveals differences in solubility and affinity.+ Show more

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• Understand the arrangement of particles in crystalline versus amorphous solids.
• Identify properties linked to crystal structures such as melting point and brittleness.
• Explain how microscopic particle arrangements influence observable behaviors of solids.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept and differences between filtration and sieving.
• Identify suitable materials and methods for separating mixtures using filtration and sieving.
• Explain the applications of filtration and sieving in real-world scenarios.+ Show more

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• Understand how gas particles collide and the effect on pressure.
• Recognize how temperature and volume influence gas pressure and behavior.
• Explain concepts such as gas compressibility and pressure changes with altitude.+ Show more

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• Understand the principle of conservation of mass in closed systems.
• Identify examples of physical and chemical changes where mass is conserved or appears to change.
• Explain how boundary conditions affect measurements of mass.+ Show more

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• Understand that matter is made up of tiny particles in constant motion.
• Identify the arrangement and movement of particles in solids, liquids, and gases.
• Explain how particle behaviour links to properties like shape, volume, and flow.+ Show more

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• Understand how energy transfer occurs during phase changes such as melting, boiling, freezing, and condensation.
• Explain the particle model of matter in relation to latent heat and phase changes.
• Describe why temperature can plateau during phase changes despite continued energy input.+ Show more

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• Identify and describe different physical properties of matter.
• Differentiate between physical changes and chemical changes based on properties observed.
• Understand how physical properties are used to classify and identify substances.+ Show more

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• Understand the process of recrystallization and its role in purifying solids.
• Identify factors that influence crystal size and purity during recrystallization.
• Explain how solubility curves and temperature control facilitate selective recovery of substances.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of a food chain and how energy transfers from producers to consumers.
• Identify different trophic levels in a food chain.
• Recognize key organisms at each stage of a typical food chain.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of habitat fragmentation and its causes.
• Identify the ecological impacts of habitat fragmentation.
• Learn about strategies to mitigate the effects of habitat fragmentation.+ Show more

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• Understand the difference between habitats and niches in ecosystems.
• Identify how species compete and coexist based on their niches.
• Learn how resource partitioning supports biodiversity and ecosystem stability.+ Show more

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• Understand how human activities affect ecosystems and biodiversity.
• Identify the consequences of pollution, land clearing, and resource extraction.
• Recognize the impacts of introducing non-native species to ecosystems.+ Show more

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• Understand what invasive species are and how they impact ecosystems.
• Identify examples of invasive plants and animals.
• Explain how invasive species outcompete native organisms and alter habitats.+ Show more

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• Explain how birth, death, immigration, and emigration influence population size.
• Differentiate between exponential and logistic growth models.
• Identify factors that affect populations, including density-dependent and density-independent factors.+ Show more

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• Understand the basic principles of aerodynamics and how shape influences flight.
• Identify factors such as surface smoothness, wing curvature, and aspect ratio that affect lift and drag.
• Learn how practical modifications in design improve flight stability and performance in different environments.+ Show more

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• Understand how temperature, humidity, and altitude influence air density.
• Explain the effect of air density on buoyancy and aerodynamic forces.
• Analyze how atmospheric conditions affect lift and wing performance in different environments.+ Show more

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• Understand the molecular composition of air and its significance.
• Explain how air density and pressure change with altitude and temperature.
• Identify regional examples of air property variations and their effects.+ Show more

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• Explain how fluid speed and pressure are related according to Bernoulli's principle.
• Describe practical applications of Bernoulli's principle such as model gliders and wind tunnels.
• Understand how local wind speeds over surfaces like rivers or roads can influence pressure and lightweight objects.

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• Understand the function of control surfaces such as ailerons, elevators, and rudders.
• Explain how deflection of control surfaces alters airflow to produce aircraft movements.
• Describe how aerodynamic moments create rolling, pitching, and yawing motions.+ Show more

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• Understand how incremental adjustments to design affect aerodynamic performance and safety.
• Identify criteria used to evaluate modifications in aerodynamic models.
• Analyze trade-offs between speed, stability, and payload in design refinement.+ Show more

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• Understand the different types of drag acting on objects in flight and movement.
• Identify factors that influence parasitic and induced drag.
• Analyze design strategies used to reduce drag on vehicles and aircraft.+ Show more

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• Compare the glide ratio, lift-to-drag performance, and control responsiveness of different flying devices.
• Explain how design parameters influence endurance and maneuverability in kites, gliders, and round canopies.
• Understand regional atmospheric influences, such as prairie crosswinds and valley thermals, on flight performance.

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• Understand the four primary forces of flight: lift, thrust, drag, and weight.
• Describe how these forces interact to produce controlled aerial motion.
• Identify real-world examples from Alberta illustrating each force.+ Show more

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• Understand the principles of longitudinal and lateral stability in aircraft and gliders.
• Identify how image placement of center of mass and center of pressure affects stability.
• Explain the design features such as dihedral angles and tail volume that enhance static stability.+ Show more

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• Understand how streamlined shapes reduce aerodynamic resistance.
• Identify key features such as tapered tails and rounded noses in design.
• Explain the impact of shape changes on airflow, pressure distribution, and energy use.+ Show more

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• Understand how wing shape influences lift and maneuverability.
• Identify the features such as camber, aspect ratio, and taper that affect flight performance.
• Compare high-aspect-ratio wings with low-aspect, robust wings used in regional aircraft.+ Show more

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• Understand how Earth's tilt and orbit affect seasonal patterns in Alberta.
• Identify the environmental changes associated with different seasons in Alberta.
• Explain the relationship between astronomical causes and terrestrial environmental effects.+ Show more