Grade 7 Worksheets

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• Understand the concept of keystone species and their role in ecosystems.
• Identify examples of keystone predators and engineers.
• Explain the impact of removing keystone species on ecological stability.+ Show more

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• Explain how abiotic factors (sunlight, water, temperature, soil, and topography) influence where organisms can survive
• Describe how biotic interactions (plants, animals, and microbes) respond to changing abiotic conditions
• Use cause-and-effect reasoning to predict how ecosystem patterns differ across regional environmental gradients

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• Explain how food availability and breeding needs drive seasonal and annual migration patterns.
• Describe how timing cues and energetic demands influence when organisms move between habitats.
• Interpret how migratory connectivity links ecosystems and supports biodiversity across regions.

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• Explain how energy flows through producers, consumers, and decomposers in a food web
• Describe how organisms are connected through feeding relationships and dependency chains
• Analyze how removing or adding a species can change trophic connections and affect ecosystem stability

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• Describe how wetlands regulate water at the landscape scale through storage, slow release, and flood buffering.
• Explain how wetlands support ecosystem services through nutrient cycling and filtration.
• Identify how wetland type (e.g., peatlands vs. marshes) relates to different habitats and biological functions.+ Show more

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• Identify and distinguish mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism using key features
• Explain how symbiosis relationships affect population size, resource use, and survival
• Use examples from Alberta habitats to describe real-world ecological consequences

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• Explain how biodiversity can be described using richness, evenness, and habitat heterogeneity.
• Interpret what different biodiversity metrics may indicate about ecosystem resilience and ecological function.
• Connect habitat complexity to changes in species assemblages in Alberta-like environments.

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• Understand how inclined planes distribute applied force and work over distance.
• Identify the force components parallel and perpendicular to a slope.
• Calculate the mechanical advantage of inclined planes in practical contexts.+ Show more

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• Understand how mass conservation principles apply to chemical and environmental systems.
• Identify practical examples of mass balancing in real-world applications.
• Analyze scenarios involving mass accounting in closed or sealed systems.+ Show more

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• Define morphological, physiological, and behavioral adaptations and identify examples in real organisms.
• Explain how traits improve survival and reproductive success in specific environments.
• Differentiate adaptations from acclimation and describe adaptive trade-offs.+ Show more

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• Explain how abiotic factors (nonliving conditions) such as temperature, light, and water availability affect where organisms can live.
• Describe how gradients and microclimates create variation in habitat suitability across an ecosystem.
• Use terrestrial and aquatic examples to link abiotic constraints to species distribution and ecosystem productivity.

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• Explain how energy flows through food chains, food webs, and trophic pyramids
• Describe matter cycling in ecosystems, including the role of decomposers in nutrient recycling
• Compare how changes in inputs or energy pathways can shift community structure and ecosystem processes+ Show more

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• Explain how birth and death rates and migration affect population size and distribution
• Compare exponential and logistic growth patterns using carrying capacity and limiting factors
• Describe how resources, disease, and competition influence population dynamics and species interactions

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• Understand the significance of Rare Disease Day and its role in health advocacy.
• Identify ways communities can support and raise awareness for rare diseases.
• Learn key vocabulary words: advocacy, awareness, and support systems.+ Show more

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• Understand the principles of calorimetry and energy transfer measurements.
• Apply calorimetric reasoning to real-world thermal scenarios.
• Interpret energy conservation equations related to heat transfer and temperature change.+ Show more

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• Understand how to interpret distance–time and speed–time graphs.
• Explain the significance of slope, area under curves, and rate calculations in motion graphs.
• Translate tabulated numerical data into accurate graphical representations.+ Show more

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• Understand how distance–time and speed–time graphs represent motion.
• Interpret the meaning of slopes and areas under curves in motion graphs.
• Learn methods to compute average and instantaneous rates from graphs.+ Show more

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• Understand the cyclic patterns produced by the relative motions of the Sun, Earth, and Moon.
• Explain how lunar phases, eclipses, and seasonal changes are caused by orbital geometry and tilt.
• Interpret diagrams of orbital motion and axial tilt to describe day-night cycles.+ Show more

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• Understand the historical origins and religious significance of Good Friday.
• Reflect on themes of sacrifice, faith, and cultural observance associated with the day.
• Learn how different cultures commemorate Good Friday and its importance worldwide.+ Show more

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• Explain how ecological models use assumptions to simplify complex ecosystem relationships.
• Identify common model inputs and how models are tested using real-world observations.
• Compare conceptual and quantitative modelling approaches and describe their strengths and limits.

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• Explain how conservation status is assessed using population trends, threat severity, and recovery potential
• Describe how land use, genetic diversity, and habitat connectivity affect a species’ vulnerability
• Interpret conservation evidence to understand regional species persistence

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• Understand how human activities affect ecosystems and environment.
• Use scientific indicators to monitor environmental changes.
• Evaluate strategies for reducing human impacts on ecosystems.+ Show more

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• Define net force as the combination of all forces acting on an object.
• Understand how unbalanced forces cause changes in motion.
• Explore the relationship between net force, mass, and acceleration using diagrams and reasoning.+ Show more

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• Understand the importance of biodiversity in maintaining healthy ecosystems.
• Identify contributions of various species to environmental stability.
• Recognize threats to biodiversity and the importance of conservation.+ Show more

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• Explain how DNA molecules are organized into chromosomes and how they encode genes that influence observable traits.
• Describe the process of chromosome segregation during gamete formation and fusion.
• Understand how genetic variation underpins trait differences such as eye color or structural proteins.+ Show more

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• Understand how phenotype results from genetic and environmental interactions.
• Identify examples of traits influenced by environmental factors.
• Distinguish inherited traits from environmentally modulated traits.+ Show more

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• Understand how probability models predict genetic variation among offspring.
• Interpret Punnett square outcomes to estimate inheritance ratios.
• Calculate expected genotype and phenotype proportions in monohybrid crosses.+ Show more

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• Understand the differences between exponential and logistic growth models.
• Describe the effects of density-dependent and density-independent factors on populations.
• Interpret how population models help predict and understand ecological patterns.

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• Understand how force analysis and structural evaluation contribute to design decision-making.
• Analyze quantitative motion data and mechanical calculations for selecting optimal designs.
• Evaluate design features considering safety and efficiency under regional environmental scenarios.+ Show more

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• Understand the different types of symbiosis and their defining features.
• Identify examples of mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism in Alberta ecosystems.
• Explain the ecological and evolutionary consequences of symbiotic relationships on populations and resource distribution.+ Show more

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• Describe how insulation materials reduce heat transfer through conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Compare common insulating materials such as fibreglass, foam, and reflective foils based on their thermal resistance and practical thickness.
• Explain concepts like thermal bridging, air leakage, and the importance of continuous insulation in reducing heat loss.+ Show more

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• Understand how cellular structures and transport processes work together to maintain homeostasis.
• Identify key mechanisms like transport proteins, membrane pumps, and hormone signaling in regulating nutrient and water balance.
• Explain how disruption at cellular or tissue levels can affect organ function and organism stability.+ Show more

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• Explain how the American flag functions as a symbol of freedom and democracy.
• Describe how flags can influence movements for justice and civil rights.
• Analyze how historical stories connected to the flag shape ideas of liberty and equality.+ Show more

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• Understand the role of oral histories and place-based knowledge in ecological understanding.
• Identify examples of stewardship practices within Indigenous communities in Alberta.
• Explain how different knowledge systems contribute to interpreting environmental patterns.+ Show more

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• Explain what United Nations Day is and why it matters for global cooperation.
• Identify key global goals related to fairness, health, education, and the environment.
• Use reading details to determine whether statements are true or false.+ Show more

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• Understand the types and properties of modern construction materials such as engineered timber, fibre-reinforced polymers, and high-performance concrete
• Explain how manufacturing processes and microstructure contribute to material strength, durability, and performance
• Analyze trade-offs among cost, complexity, and performance in using advanced materials for building and infrastructure+ Show more

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• Explain how long-term ecological monitoring uses standardized sampling to detect ecological trends.
• Compare common monitoring methods such as fixed-site surveys, point counts, remote sensing, and water quality sampling.
• Describe how sampling design and temporal replication improve data quality and interpretation over time.

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• Understand the fundamental concepts of population and how it is measured.
• Identify factors that influence population size and distribution.
• Explain demographic metrics such as population density and growth rate.+ Show more

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• Reflect on core Christmas values such as love, kindness, compassion, and generosity.
• Analyze stories and case studies to understand how these values are expressed through acts of charity and community service.
• Develop social-emotional awareness and empathy by considering the importance of embodying these principles year-round.+ Show more

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• Explain how materials reduce heat transfer through conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Compare common insulating materials based on thermal resistance and thickness.
• Describe concepts of thermal bridging, air leakage, and continuous insulation in buildings.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of reflection and its importance in personal growth.
• Identify vocabulary related to goals, resilience, and hope.
• Analyze stories and examples of self-evaluation and future planning.+ Show more

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• Understand how DNA molecules organize into chromosomes and encode genes influencing traits.
• Explain the process of chromosome segregation during gamete formation and fusion.
• Describe how genetic variations in DNA sequences result in trait differences, such as eye color or structural proteins.+ Show more

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• Explore how different cultures celebrate water through stories and rituals.
• Understand water's spiritual and cultural significance across societies.
• Analyze narratives highlighting water's importance beyond physical needs.+ Show more

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• Understand different types of atomic models and their representations.
• Identify how atomic structure relates to bonding and material properties.
• Distinguish between molecular and extended network structures in materials.+ Show more

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• Understand how water influences the shaping of Earth's landforms.
• Identify and describe different landforms created by erosion.
• Explain the natural forces driving surface change over time.

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• Define the primary structural elements involved in load transfer.
• Explain the concept of load paths in structures such as bridges and frames.
• Distinguish between dead loads and live loads and their effects on structures.+ Show more

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• Understand the origins and purpose of Black History Month.
• Identify key historical milestones associated with African American heritage.
• Reflect on the significance of cultural roots in shaping identity.+ Show more

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• Explain how family stories and biographies reflect cultural values and community impact.
• Identify nurturing traits (such as resilience, kindness, and leadership) in descriptions of caregiving.
• Use evidence from a text to make connections to identity, heritage, and empathy.