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Course Description:†

This course involves study of the structures and states of matter (introductory chemistry and physics). It includes such topics as: forms of energy; wave phenomenon; electromagnetism; and physical and chemical interactions.† The Science Department at ORCA is committed to Scientific Inquiry.† We are able to work with Scientific Inquiry through Simulations; Live Class; Hands-On Experiments; and In Person Labs.† Students in all classes are expected to be able to formulate a hypothesis and conduct and experiment to collect data that supports or contradicts that hypothesis.† Students work through a wide range of models and experiments to explore the concepts of each class.

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This course includes a laboratory requirement with live/synchronous laboratory opportunities.

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Prerequisite: PreAlgebra

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Text: CK-12 - Physical Science

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Syllabus:https://docs.google.com/document/d/10dA2EiOpdiBCq8VHKQSbTfKW2X42lPLznuho25XKqiM/edit?usp=sharing

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Hours per Week in Lab: Semester average is approximately 1-1.5 hours per week

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Lab Experiments (*Indicates in-person/live labs):

• Introduction to Scientific Inquiry

• Phase Change*

• Modeling Molecules*

• Nuclear Decay: Alpha and Beta Particles

• Momentum Lab*

• Electromagnetic Lab

• Potential and Kinetic Energy of a Roller Coaster

• Building Electrical Circuits*

• Analyzing Reactions*

• Investigating Sound Waves Portfolio

• Measuring the Orbital Speeds of the Planets

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• LINT
• Integrated science

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Online / Virtual