Grade 7 Science Worksheets

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• Describe the processes involved in the water cycle, including evaporation, condensation, precipitation, infiltration, runoff, and groundwater flow.
• Explain how solar energy and gravity drive water movement among Earth's spheres.
• Identify interactions such as river discharge, groundwater flow contributing to springs, and seasonal snowpack changes.+ Show more

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• Understand the different types of long-range forces, including gravity, electric, and magnetic interactions.
• Describe how gravitational force depends on mass and distance qualitatively.
• Identify examples of electromagnetic phenomena such as planetary motion, falling objects, and bar magnets.+ 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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• Explain how gravitational attraction influences orbital motion in the solar system and galaxies.
• Describe the properties that produce elliptical orbits and determine orbital periods.
• Apply mathematical relationships to calculate orbital velocity and centripetal effects for planets and moons.+ Show more

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• Understand the principles of relative dating, including superposition, original horizontality, and cross-cutting relationships.
• Identify and explain key stratigraphic markers such as fossils, unconformities, and intrusive contacts.
• Interpret stratigraphic data to construct sequences of Earth's geological events.+ Show more

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• Describe cyclic patterns produced by the Sun, Earth, and Moon due to relative motions.
• Explain how orbital geometry and axial tilt influence day-night cycles and phases.
• Analyze observational records to understand patterns and relationships in the solar system.+ Show more

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• Analyze test data to identify performance patterns in design solutions.
• Refine parameters iteratively using quantitative comparisons.
• Apply evidence-based justifications to modifications affecting design performance.+ Show more

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• Understand how to define design problems with clear criteria and measurable constraints.
• Learn to translate societal and environmental needs into quantitative targets.
• Recognize real-world examples of specifying success measures and constraints.+ Show more

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• Understand how to systematically evaluate design solutions using modeling and analysis.
• Identify and quantify trade-offs among performance, cost, durability, and manufacturability.
• Apply consistent metrics and model-based reasoning to compare alternative solutions.+ 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 principles of energy transfer and conversion in different devices.
• Identify examples of devices that convert energy from one form to another.
• Learn about energy accounting and the concept of efficiency in energy transformations.+ Show more

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• Understand how uneven solar heating influences regional climate through surface and atmospheric circulation.
• Identify key phenomena like El Niño, monsoons, and wind belts and their climatic effects.
• Interpret temperature, sea-surface, wind, and precipitation data related to climate variability.+ 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 models that represent potential energy stored in systems based on object arrangement and interactions.
• Identify different types of potential energy such as gravitational, elastic, and magnetic.
• Explain how changes in spatial arrangement impact stored energy and subsequent motion or work.+ Show more

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• Understand different measures of biodiversity such as richness, evenness, and habitat heterogeneity.
• Interpret what biodiversity metrics reveal about ecosystem resilience and health.
• Analyze the relationship between habitat complexity and species assemblages.+ Show more

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• Understand the systematic approaches involved in ecological inquiry.
• Identify key variables and evidence used in ecological data analysis.
• Evaluate ecological relationships and human impacts through evidence interpretation.+ Show more

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• Understand the different levels of ecological organization from individuals to ecosystems.
• Identify properties and processes unique to each level of organization.
• Analyze examples of ecological levels using Alberta-specific scenarios.+ Show more

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• Understand different types of pollutants and their sources in Alberta contexts.
• Identify pathways of pollutant exposure and bioaccumulation risks.
• Link pollutant sources to measurable ecological effects on ecosystems.+ Show more

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• Understand the concepts of bending, shear, and deflection in beams.
• Identify factors affecting beam stability under regional loads.
• Relate span, support conditions, and load types to real-world examples.+ Show more

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• Define and distinguish between contact and non-contact forces.
• Explain how net force influences the motion of objects.
• Identify real-life examples of different forces such as friction and gravity.+ Show more

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• Understand how to interpret distance–time and speed–time graphs
• Learn to calculate and analyze the slope of a motion graph
• Identify the area under a velocity-time graph as displacement+ Show more

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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 different materials behave under compression, tension, and bending.
• Compare timber, steel, and concrete in load-bearing construction applications.
• Analyze the influence of environmental factors on material performance and maintenance.+ Show more

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• Understand basic concepts of truss structures and load distribution
• Identify internal force paths in trusses
• Apply criteria for assessing efficiency and redundancy in truss designs+ Show more

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• Understand the physical and chemical methods used in separating bitumen from oil sands.
• Identify and differentiate between physical separation and chemical treatment processes.
• Analyze how temperature, density, and additives influence the separation process.+ Show more

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• Understand the application of mass conservation principles in chemical and environmental systems.
• Identify practical examples of mass budgeting in closed and near-closed systems.
• Analyze regional case studies involving conservation principles and mass tracking.+ Show more

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• Understand how conservation of mass relates to chemical reactions in closed systems.
• Identify how mass accounting can predict reaction yields and assess reaction completeness.
• Explain examples of sealed combustion and corrosion assays in studying mass transfer.+ Show more

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• Define and distinguish between pure substances, mixtures, and solutions.
• Identify examples of each classification from real-world scenarios.
• Understand measurable properties like melting points and how they relate to substance classification.+ Show more

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• Explain the particle model and how it describes the structure of matter.
• Relate microscopic particle behavior to macroscopic phenomena like evaporation and condensation.
• Differentiate between physical rearrangements and chemical changes using the particle model.+ Show more

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• Understand the properties that characterize pure substances such as melting point, boiling point, density, and reactivity.
• Differentiate between elements and compounds through physical and chemical tests.
• Identify examples of pure substances in local contexts like Alberta mines and limestone.+ Show more

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• Understand the definition of saturation and supersaturation in solutions.
• Identify examples of saturation and supersaturation in real-world scenarios.
• Explain the conditions leading to solubility limits and phase changes between dissolved and solid states.+ Show more

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• Understand the key factors that influence solubility in liquids and gases.
• Recognize how temperature, pressure, surface area, and agitation affect dissolving processes.
• Identify real-world examples of solubility variation in nature and industry.+ Show more

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• Understand how solution concentration quantifies the amount of solute relative to solvent.
• Identify common measures of concentration such as mass percent and grams per litre.
• Explain how concentration affects physical properties like boiling point and freezing point.+ Show more

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• Understand the principles of calorimetry and how it measures energy exchange.
• Identify different thermal processes such as combustion, melting, and heat loss.
• Apply energy conservation equations to calculate heat transfer in Joules.+ Show more

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• Explain the process of conduction and how particles transfer kinetic energy within solids.
• Identify materials with high and low thermal conductivity and their applications in infrastructure.
• Understand the concepts of conductivity coefficients and contact resistance in heat transfer.+ Show more

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• Understand key design strategies used in building solutions to optimize thermal performance.
• Identify methods such as passive solar gains, thermal barriers, and heat-recovery ventilation.
• Analyze regional building examples and their trade-offs between materials, energy, and comfort.+ Show more

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• Recognize different forms of energy and how they interconvert.
• Understand the concept of energy conservation during transformations.
• Identify regional resource examples related to energy processes.+ Show more

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• Understand how material properties influence heat flow and energy efficiency.
• Identify examples of insulation in Alberta regional architecture.
• Explain the importance of R-values, thermal bridges, and lifecycle energy in building design.+ Show more

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• Understand how numerical representations describe thermal processes.
• Calculate energy transfer using specific heat, mass, and temperature change.
• Apply units such as Joules and kilojoules in energy calculations.+ Show more

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• Understand how microscopic particle motion relates to temperature and thermal energy.
• Describe the relationship between particle speed, energy, and pressure.
• Explain how variations in particle motion can interpret atmospheric temperature differences.+ Show more

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• Describe the different types of inter-species relationships in ecology.
• Identify examples of mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism in Alberta habitats.
• Explain ecological consequences of symbiosis on community structure and population dynamics.+ Show more

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• Explain the process of evaporation and crystallization in recovering solutes.
• Identify factors that influence crystal size, shape, and purity.
• Describe real-world examples of crystallization like salt and sugar production.+ Show more

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• Understand the different types of graphs used for data visualization.
• Identify suitable graph types for categorical and continuous data.
• Interpret features of graphs such as trend lines, error bars, and proportional scales.+ Show more

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• Understand the roles of independent, dependent, and controlled variables in experiments.
• Explain operational definitions and their importance in fair testing.
• Identify sources of confounding and measures to reduce bias in experimental design.+ Show more

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• Understand how position-time graphs represent motion patterns.
• Interpret slope and curvature in position-time and velocity-time graphs.
• Relate data tables to graphical motion representations.+ Show more

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• Understand how weather data patterns are identified and analyzed.
• Compare short-term atmospheric conditions across different locations and times.
• Explain the factors influencing climate variability over long periods.+ Show more

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• Understand how erosion and sedimentation shape Earth's landscapes over time
• Identify processes such as river meandering, delta formation, and mountain erosion
• Connect landscape changes to Earth's geological cycle+ Show more

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• Describe the movement of water across Earth's systems.
• Explain the processes of groundwater flow, surface runoff, and ocean circulation.
• Understand the impact of water movement on climate, ecosystems, and human activity.+ Show more