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• Identify Earth's crust and distinguish it from other layers.
• Understand the composition and characteristics of Earth's crust.
• Learn how seismic waves inform scientists about Earth's internal structure.+ Show more

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• Identify what a complete measurement includes: a number, a unit, and an appropriate instrument.
• Choose instruments that match the quantity being measured.
• Explain why reporting units correctly matters in science.

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• Define compounds and explain their fixed elemental ratios.
• Interpret chemical formulas to identify elements and their quantities.
• Understand how covalent and ionic bonds influence compound properties.+ Show more

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• Understand the structural organization of cell components from macromolecules to organelles
• Describe the architecture of cell membranes and the cytoskeleton
• Compare structural features of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells+ 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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• Identify the parts of complex mechanical systems
• Explain how parts interact and transfer energy
• Predict the motion of systems using Newton's laws+ Show more

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• Use multiple properties (mass/volume, texture, and shape) to sort and describe materials more precisely.
• Explain how comparing two materials with shared and different properties strengthens evidence-based conclusions.
• Use evidence statements to decide whether they are true or false about sorting materials.

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• Distinguish between balanced and unbalanced forces using the idea of net force
• Predict how an object’s motion (speed and/or direction) changes when forces are balanced versus unbalanced
• Connect real-life examples, such as tug-of-war, to acceleration and constant velocity

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• Identify different sources of uncertainty in scientific measurements
• Read and interpret basic statistical descriptors such as mean, standard deviation, and standard error
• Understand how uncertainty propagates through calculations+ Show more

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• Identify basic measures of dispersion such as range and variance.
• Understand how variability influences confidence in data estimates.
• Relate measures of variability to sampling design and data heterogeneity.+ Show more

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• Explain how eccentricity, axial tilt, and precession change seasonal insolation patterns over time.
• Describe how tidal forcing from the Moon and Sun arises from gravitational gradients and relative geometry.
• Connect orbital dynamics to observable effects such as day-length variations, tidal range changes, and long-term climate modulation.

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• Explain how Earth's tilt and orbit influence seasonal changes.
• Describe the relationship between the Sun, Earth, and Moon related to lunar phases and tides.
• Identify how orbital eccentricity affects climate patterns.

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• Understand the basic structure and function of neurons
• Describe how neurons communicate across synapses
• Explain the propagation of nerve impulses via action potentials+ Show more

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• Identify the main components of the cardiovascular system
• Describe the structure and function of the heart
• Explain how blood vessels vary in size and function+ Show more

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• Understand what greenhouse gases are and their sources.
• Describe how greenhouse gases trap heat and contribute to Earth's warming.
• Identify natural versus human-made greenhouse gases.+ Show more

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• Identify the main parts of an atom: protons, neutrons, and electrons.
• Understand how electrons are arranged in shells and subshells.
• Explain how atom structure influences reactivity and bond formation.+ Show more

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• Explain how crystal structure and particle arrangement influence bulk properties such as melting point, solubility, and electrical conductivity.
• Compare ionic, molecular (covalent), and metallic solids using intermolecular/interionic forces (lattice energy, dispersion forces, and hydrogen bonding).
• Relate the strength and type of particle attractions to macroscopic phase transitions and electrical behavior.

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• Explain chemical equilibrium as a dynamic, rate-balanced process and relate it to measurable outcomes.
• Predict how changes in pressure, concentration, and temperature shift equilibria using Le Chatelier’s principle.
• Interpret the equilibrium constant K as a quantitative description of equilibrium composition at a given temperature.+ Show more

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• Explain chemical reaction outcomes using conservation of atoms and atomic rearrangement.
• Connect observable evidence (gas, color, temperature, precipitate) to predicted products.
• Use balanced formulations to support evidence-based claims about reactions.

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• Explain mass conservation using balanced chemical equations and atomic accounting.
• Use coefficients, mole concepts, and molar masses to relate reactant and product amounts.
• Verify that total mass of reactants equals total mass of products by tracking atom counts in examples.

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• Understand the role of pigments in absorbing light during photosynthesis.
• Identify different types of photosynthetic pigments based on their absorption spectra.
• Explain how energy is transferred among pigments to the reaction centers.+ Show more

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• Identify the main idea of an informational passage about ecosystem resilience
• Define key vocabulary terms related to resilience and ecosystem responses
• Explain how species interactions and feedbacks can buffer disturbances

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• Explain the basic concept of Newton's second law
• Identify the mathematical formula F = ma
• Distinguish between mass and weight+ Show more

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• Recognize and interpret free-body diagrams for simple objects
• Identify the common forces involved in free-body diagrams
• Understand the conventions for force vectors, points of application, and coordinate systems+ Show more

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• Interpret the fundamental kinematic equations linking displacement, velocity, acceleration, and time.
• Understand the physical meaning of variables u, v, s, a, and t in motion scenarios.
• Apply kinematic equations to different contexts such as free-fall and projectile motion.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of power as the rate of energy transfer or work per unit time.
• Identify the units used to measure power, including Watts.
• Explain the difference between average and instantaneous power.+ Show more

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• Understand the concepts of kinetic and potential energy.
• Learn how energy transforms between kinetic and potential forms in systems.
• Recognize the impact of non-conservative forces like friction on energy conservation.+ Show more

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• Define inertia and explain its significance in motion.
• Identify real-life examples of Newton's First Law.
• Differentiate between static and dynamic equilibrium.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of vectors as quantities with magnitude and direction
• Learn to represent forces graphically using vectors
• Resolve vectors into components along orthogonal axes+ Show more

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• Explain genetic drift as a random change in allele frequencies.
• Identify key vocabulary including allele and frequency.
• Describe how small populations and chance events can cause allele loss or fixation.+ Show more

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• Understand how to formulate clear scientific claims supported by evidence.
• Learn the importance of visual summaries and proper citation of observations.
• Develop skills to present scientific data transparently and coherently.+ Show more

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• Understand the conventions of measurement units in scientific experiments
• Learn how to maintain unit consistency in data collection
• Recognize instrument resolution and its impact on measurement accuracy+ 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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• Understand how scientific evidence supports explanatory claims.
• Interpret patterns and data in scientific contexts like graphs.
• Distinguish between raw observations and inferences.+ Show more

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• Understand how the water cycle model illustrates natural processes
• Interpret diagrams and models used in science to represent systems
• Identify the assumptions and limitations of different scientific models+ 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 independent, dependent, and controlled variables in a scientific experiment.
• Understand the importance of operational definitions in controlled testing.
• Recognize potential confounding variables and how to control them.+ Show more

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• Understand the distinction between systematic and random errors.
• Identify common sources of error in experimental data.
• Learn methods to estimate and account for errors in measurements.+ Show more

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• Differentiate between observation and hypothesis in scientific investigations.
• Understand the role of prior observation in forming testable questions.
• Learn how to select appropriate methods like controlled testing and comparative observation based on phenomena.+ Show more

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• Distinguish mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism using defining evidence
• Explain how symbiotic relationships can change population size and resource use
• Use an example to describe a likely ecological consequence of each symbiosis type

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• Understand sources and types of physical and chemical contaminants
• Explain pathways and mechanisms of contaminant transport
• Analyze effects of nutrients, heavy metals, and pollutants on ecosystems+ Show more

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• Understand the major types of tissues: epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous.
• Identify key features and functions of epithelial tissue.
• Describe the structural components and roles of connective tissue.+ Show more

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• Explain how birth rate, death rate, immigration, and emigration affect population size over time
• Describe carrying capacity and why population growth slows as resources become limited
• Evaluate how limiting factors (food, habitat, disease, predation) influence survival and reproduction+ Show more

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• Explain how cells, tissues, and organs are related to organ system function
• Describe how cell specialization supports tissue structure and organ performance
• Use examples from the lungs, intestines, heart, and nerves to connect microscopic features to macroscopic functions

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• Understand the key principles of ecological restoration in Alberta.
• Identify various habitat reclamation methods.
• Develop comprehension skills through reading and answering questions.

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• Understand different separation techniques such as filtration, evaporation, and distillation.
• Learn how physical properties like particle size, solubility, boiling point, and magnetic susceptibility are used for separation.
• Interpret real-world applications of separation methods in water treatment, oil refining, and mineral processing.

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• Understand the processes involved in the water cycle
• Identify key components such as evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection
• Describe the significance of the water cycle for Earth's ecosystem

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• Explain how optimization balances competing goals using criteria and constraints.
• Identify common tradeoffs among strength, mass, cost, durability, and efficiency in engineering design.
• Use evidence and models to compare design alternatives and choose a best-fit option.