Grade 7 Science Worksheets

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• Explain how temperature and solvent polarity affect dissolution and solubility
• Use solubility curve ideas to predict whether a solution is unsaturated, saturated, or supersaturated
• Describe how pressure affects the solubility of gases and apply this to real-world situations+ Show more

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• Understand the difference between genotype and phenotype.
• Identify how genetic information influences observable traits.
• Explain how environment interacts with genetics to shape traits.

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• Identify key geological evidence supporting plate tectonics and continental movement.
• Understand the significance of seafloor structures like mid-ocean ridges and trenches.
• Explain how fossils, rock types, and geologic features record Earth's past continents.+ Show more

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• Understand how to gather and interpret data in scientific inquiries.
• Learn to distinguish between direct observations and interpretations.
• Recognize the importance of relevant evidence and measurement scales.+ Show more

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• Describe characteristic methods for assessing material behavior including tensile, compression, and bending tests.
• Explain non-destructive testing techniques such as ultrasonic and hardness measurements.
• Understand the concepts of anisotropy, strain localization, and their implications in engineering materials.+ Show more

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• Identify the main mechanisms of heat transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Explain how heat transfer relates to temperature change and the movement of thermal energy.
• Use examples (spoon in hot liquid, air currents, a lamp, and an electrical circuit) to match evidence to the correct mode of heat flow.

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• Explain quantitative relationships shown by balanced chemical equations
• Identify mole ratios from coefficients in balanced equations
• Calculate related quantities using proportional reasoning+ Show more

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• Explain the process of heat conduction in solids.
• Identify materials with high and low thermal conductivity.
• Describe how conduction impacts everyday engineering structures.+ Show more

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• Explain how building orientation, the thermal envelope, and mechanical systems affect heat flow and seasonal energy use.
• Identify design strategies that improve comfort and reduce thermal bridges in cold Alberta climates.
• Describe trade-offs between upfront materials and ongoing energy/comfort needs.

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• Explain how gravity and water-driven forces contribute to mass wasting and coastal erosion
• Describe how prolonged rain can trigger landslides by changing soil or rock stability
• Identify how waves and storm surge reshape coastlines by moving and removing sediment+ Show more

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• Define and differentiate morphological, physiological, and behavioral adaptations in plants and animals.
• Identify examples of adaptations such as camouflage, water-storage tissues, and migratory behaviors.
• Explain how specific traits increase survival and reproductive success in particular habitats.+ Show more

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• Describe how engineers map primary and secondary load paths in buildings and bridges to transfer gravity, lateral, and dynamic forces safely to foundations.
• Explain how openings, re-entrant corners, and irregular geometry can redistribute loads and change stiffness and internal force locations.
• Justify the importance of redundancy and alternative load paths to reduce the risk of collapse.

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• Define systems modeling and its purpose in science.
• Identify different types of system models such as diagrams and schematic representations.
• Describe how simplification, assumptions, and scaling affect model accuracy and interpretation.+ Show more

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• Explain how plate tectonics can cause rapid geologic hazards such as earthquakes and volcanoes.
• Describe how weathering, erosion, and deposition reshape Earth’s surface over longer timescales.
• Identify evidence (fault features, lava flows, ash layers, sediment layers) that links past geologic processes to present landforms.

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• Explain what makes a test fair when comparing two designs.
• Choose appropriate measurement tools and units for collecting data.
• Use consistent starting conditions to interpret differences in results.+ Show more

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• Explain how test results lead to specific design revisions.
• Connect evidence from measurements to targeted changes that improve performance.
• Describe how constraints (safety, materials, cost) shape what revisions are possible.+ Show more

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• Understand the purpose and types of ecological models used in environmental science.
• Identify the inputs, limitations, and regional examples of ecological models.
• Explain how models aid in interpreting complex ecological data and the importance of validation against real observations.+ Show more

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• Explain how phenotype results from interactions between genetic makeup and environmental factors.
• Identify examples where environmental factors influence traits such as height, skin color, and pigmentation.
• Distinguish inherited genetic traits from environmentally modulated traits.+ Show more

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• Distinguish homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures and identify examples of each
• Explain solubility, concentration, and saturation using evidence from observations and simple scenarios
• Differentiate solutions, colloids, and suspensions based on particle size and whether particles separate+ Show more

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• Explain how density differences drive the movement of particles during separation
• Compare decanting, floatation, and centrifugation based on buoyant force, sedimentation rate, and centrifugal acceleration
• Predict which particles will separate together by considering density contrast and suitable media/conditions

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• Identify and describe the three primary modes of thermal energy transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Explain the molecular mechanisms underlying each mode of heat transfer.
• Contrast the media and rates at which conduction, convection, and radiation transfer heat.+ Show more

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• Identify common hazards in laboratory and field settings and explain how to assess risk.
• Interpret safety data sheet (SDS) information and classify hazards by properties such as flammability and toxicity.
• Select appropriate risk controls, including engineering and administrative controls, to reduce exposure to an acceptable level.+ Show more

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• Identify independent, dependent, and controlled variables in an experiment and explain how they support a fair test
• Write operational definitions for variables so an experiment can be repeated accurately
• Select appropriate control conditions and describe ethical and safety constraints in experiment design

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• Explain how digital tools capture, organize, and analyze scientific data (sensors, spreadsheets, and file formats).
• Identify key data concepts such as timestamps, sampling rates, and metadata tags that support interoperability.
• Apply basic data-cleaning ideas (checking integrity, handling missing values, and preserving raw data for reproducibility).

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• Understand how the structure of specialized cells enables them to perform specific functions.
• Identify examples of different specialized cells and their morphological features.
• Explain how cellular specialization contributes to the functioning of tissues and organs.+ Show more

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• Identify hazards and describe how risk assessments evaluate likelihood and severity in laboratory and field settings.
• Interpret safety information (e.g., safety data sheets) to classify hazards and choose safe procedures.
• Apply mitigation strategies using engineering and administrative controls and appropriate PPE.+ Show more

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• Understand the relative sizes of planets in the solar system
• Learn about astronomical units, light-years, and planetary diameters
• Recognize how scale affects our perception of space phenomena+ Show more

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• Understand how gravitational attraction influences orbital motion within the solar system and galaxies.
• Describe the mathematical relationships that quantify orbital velocity and centripetal effects for planets and moons.
• Identify observational evidence such as orbital trajectories, Keplerian patterns, and perturbations that support the understanding of orbital motion.

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• Understand the mechanisms by which materials reduce heat transfer in buildings.
• Identify common insulating materials and compare their thermal resistance.
• Explain concepts of thermal bridging, air leakage, and continuous insulation in energy conservation.+ Show more

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• Understand the criteria for forming scientific questions and hypotheses.
• Describe the role of variables, operational definitions, and reproducibility in experiments.
• Identify laboratory safety protocols, including PPE, chemical labeling, and emergency procedures.+ Show more

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• Explain how the law of superposition and cross-cutting relationships help determine the relative order of geologic events.
• Identify which rock layers or features are older or younger based on observable evidence.
• Use relative dating reasoning to construct a simple geologic history when numerical ages are not available.

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• Explain how population growth and consumption increase demand for water, energy, land, and raw materials.
• Describe how increased waste and intensified agriculture or energy systems can disrupt ecosystems and resource cycles.
• Use quantitative reasoning to compare how different regions experience biodiversity loss, freshwater stress, and carbon emissions.

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• Explain what air masses are and how their temperature and moisture affect weather.
• Describe what fronts are and how they form when air masses meet.
• Compare the typical weather changes caused by cold fronts and warm fronts.+ Show more

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• Understand the process of evaporation and how it leads to crystallization.
• Identify the factors that influence crystal growth and purity.
• Describe real-world examples of evaporation crystallization, such as salt and sugar production.+ Show more

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• Understand key concepts related to Science
• Apply knowledge through practice questions
• Demonstrate comprehension of the material

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• Describe the different states of matter in terms of particle arrangement, spacing, and movement.
• Explain how temperature and pressure influence phase changes between solids, liquids, and gases.
• Identify observable characteristics used to classify substances by their physical properties.

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• Explain density using the particle view, including how particle spacing affects mass per unit volume.
• Describe how heating can change density by increasing volume while mass stays the same.
• Use density differences to interpret sinking and floating behavior in different materials.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of mechanical advantage in integrated systems.
• Analyze various design criteria including material choice, safety, and efficiency.
• Evaluate how regional environmental factors influence design decisions.

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• Explain how particle motion relates to temperature and thermal energy.
• Distinguish heat from temperature and describe heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Apply thermal transfer concepts to real-world Alberta climate examples.

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• Explain how variation in traits exists within populations
• Describe how reproduction and inheritance contribute to trait differences
• Analyze how trait frequencies can change across generations due to environmental pressures+ Show more

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• Understand how molecules derived from food are transported within organisms.
• Identify systems involved in internal transport and waste removal.
• Explain the importance of continuous movement of matter for organism health.+ Show more

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• Explain how air masses form and how their temperature and moisture influence weather
• Describe how fronts create zones where air rises, cools, and can form clouds and precipitation
• Predict how temperature and wind often change near a front

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• Explain how structural adaptations connect to specific life functions (exchange, protection, and water regulation).
• Identify how behavioral and morphological adaptations support feeding and reproduction.
• Describe how trade-offs can limit an adaptation’s performance in another situation.

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• Understand the three main types of rocks: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.
• Identify key features: mineral content, texture, and structure that distinguish igneous rocks.
• Learn how rocks are formed and their significance in Earth's history.

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• Define speed and explain what it measures in everyday motion.
• Distinguish average speed from instantaneous rate using a motion description.
• Use unit ideas (m/s and km/h) to support correct thinking about speed.

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• Understand Earth's tilting axis and how it affects the Sun's apparent position in the sky.
• Explain how seasonal changes occur in different hemispheres due to Earth's tilt.
• Describe the relationship between Earth's tilt, daylight hours, and seasons throughout the year.

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• Interpret descriptive statistics (mean, median, mode, and interquartile range) in context
• Explain how outliers and variability affect comparisons across groups or measurements
• Use basic ideas from inference (confidence and limitations of small samples) to avoid overgeneralizing+ Show more

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• Use test data to identify which design parameters limit performance.
• Apply iterative refinement to improve a design while staying within constraints.
• Justify design changes using quantitative comparisons and evidence.