Updated 6/24/2022: Johns

Unit 1: Matter

STANDARD: S8P1   Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the structure and properties of matter. 

ELEMENT: S8P1.a   Develop and use a model to compare and contrast pure substances (elements and compounds) and mixtures. 

LEARNING TARGETS: (Clarification statement: Include heterogeneous and homogeneous mixtures. Types of bonds and compounds will be addressed in high school physical science.)

1. I can identify pure substances and mixtures. (Knowledge)
2. I can distinguish between pure substances and mixtures. (Knowledge)
3. I can classify mixtures as heterogeneous and homogeneous and give examples. (Knowledge).
4. I can compare and contrast pure substances and mixtures. (Reasoning)
5. I can describe the characteristics and properties of elements, compounds, and mixtures.  (Reasoning)
6. I can use a model to compare and contrast pure substances and mixtures. (Reasoning)
7. I can develop a model to compare and contrast pure substances and mixtures. (Product)

 

 

Separating Mixtures

 

 

 

 

 

 

What are pure substances? They can be elements or compounds.

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