Welcome to Mr. Jowsey's Physical Science Course!! This course is designed to help students investigate, analyze, and understand the physical phenomena (from physics to chemistry) in our universe!
Course Syllabus 
Classroom Rules & Expectations
Physical Science NC Standards
PHYSICAL SCIENCE REFERENCE TABLE
Introduction - Science Skills
1. What is Science?
* Vocabulary 1 - In the vocabulary section of your notebook, define the following terms:
science, technology, chemistry, physics, geology, astronomy, biology, physical science
What is Science? - Video 
What is Science? - Video Worksheet 
Branches of Science Resource Link 
Read and answer check for understanding questions Ch 1-1 Exploring Physical Science 
Chapter 1-1 Reading Worksheet
Intro to Science Vocabulary Crossword Worksheet
Google Slides Notes Presentation - The Big Ideas of Physical Science 
Big Ideas of Physical Science - Guided Notes Worksheet
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2. Using a Scientific Approach
* Vocabulary 2 - In the vocabulary section of your notebook, define the terms: scientific method, observation, hypothesis, manipulated (independent) variable, responding (dependent) variable, controlled experiment, constant, scientific theory, scientific law, model.
Google Slides Notes Presentation - Science and the Scientific Method
Science and the Scientific Method - Guided Notes Worksheet
Read Chapter 1-2 Scientific Methods - Answer Reading Check Questions
Chapter 1-2 Scientific Method Assessment Worksheet
Hypothesis Writing Practice Worksheet 1 Identifying Variables Worksheet
Scientific Method - Virtual Laboratory 
Scientific Method Virtual Laboratory Worksheet
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3. Scientific Models
Read and answer the check for understanding questions Ch 1-3: Scientific Models
Chapter 1-3 Reading Worksheet
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4. Tools, Measurement, and Safety
* Vocabulary 3 - In the vocabulary section of your notebook, define the terms: scientific notation, length, mass, volume, density, conversion factor, precision, significant figures, accuracy, thermometer.
Physical Science Lab Safety Rules and Contract
Read and answer the check for understanding questions Ch 1-4: Tools, Measurement, and Safety
Chapter 1-4 Reading Worksheet
Measurement: Scientific Notation - Google Slides Notes
Measurement Notes Worksheet
Adding and Subtracting Values in Scientific Notation - Video
Multiplying and Dividing Values in Scientific Notation - Video
Scientific Notation Practice Worksheet 1 Operations with Scientific Notation Worksheet
Scientific Notation - Extra Notes With Practice Problems Worksheet
Scientific Notation - Easy Worksheet
Measurement: SI Units Of Measurement - Google Slides Notes
Measurement: SI Units Of Measurement - Notes Worksheet
Measuring Temperature - Google Slides Notes Measuring Temperature Slide Notes Worksheet
Temperature Conversion Worksheet
Metric Prefixes Practice Worksheet
English to Metric Conversion Factors Conversion Practice Worksheet
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5. Presenting Scientific Data
Vocabulary 4 - * In the Vocabulary section of your notebook, define the terms: slope, direct proportion, inverse proportion
Presenting Scientific Data - Google Slides Notes
Presenting Scientific Data Notes Worksheet
Graphing and Graph Analysis Worksheet
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Understanding Matter
Standards:
North Carolina -
PSc.2.1 Understand types, properties, and structure of matter.
PSc.2.1.1 Classify matter as homogeneous or heterogeneous; pure substance or mixture; element or compound; metals, nonmetals, or metalloids; solution, colloid, or suspension.
PSc.2.1.2 Explain the phases of matter and the physical changes that matter undergoes.
PSc.2.1.3 Compare physical and chemical properties of various types of matter
PSc.2.1.4 Interpret the data presented in the Bohr model diagrams and dot diagrams for atoms and ions of elements 1 through 18.
1. Classification of Matter
Vocabulary 5 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: inertia, mass, matter, meniscus, volume, weight
What is Matter? - Video
Read and answer check for understanding questions Ch 2-1: What is Matter?
Chapter 2-1 Reading Worksheet
Vocabulary 6 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: substance, element, compound, atom, molecule, mixture, heterogeneous, homogeneous, solution, solute, solvent, suspension, colloid
Classification of Matter - Google Slides Notes
Classification of Matter Notes Worksheet
Classification of Matter Worksheet Classifying Matter Vocab Crossword Worksheet
Classification of Matter - Test Review Video
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2. Physical Properties of Matter
Vocabulary 7 - *In the vocabulary section of your notebook, define the terms: physical property, viscosity, conductivity, malleability, melting point, boiling point, filtration, distillation, physical change
Physical Properties of Matter Video
Read and answer check for understanding questions Ch 2-2: Physical Properties of Matter
Chapter 2-2 Reading Worksheet
Physical Properties of Matter Google Slides Notes
Physical Properties of Matter Notes Worksheet Physical Properties of Matter Worksheet
Measurement: Accuracy and Precision Virtual Laboratory
Measurement: Accuracy and Precision Laboratory Worksheet
Calculating Density, Mass, and Volume Review and Practice Worksheet
Calculating Density, Mass, and Volume Worksheet 2
Test Review: Physical Properties of Matter - Calculating Density, Mass, and Volume - Video
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3. Chemical Properties of Matter
Vocabulary 8 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the following terms: chemical property, flammability, reactivity, chemical change, precipitate
Read and answer check for understanding questions Ch 2-3 Chemical Properties of Matter
Chapter 2-3 Reading Worksheet
Properties of Matter - Video
Properties of Matter Crossword Review Worksheet
Chemical Properties of Matter Google Slides Notes
Chemical Properties of Matter Notes Worksheet
Physical and Chemical Properties and Changes of Matter Video
Test Review - Chemical Properties of Matter/Solutions-Suspensions-Colloids Video
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4. States of Matter
Vocabulary 9 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the following terms: gas, liquid, solid, states of matter, surface tension, viscosity, cohesion, adhesion.
Read and answer check for understanding questions Ch 3-1: Three States of Matter
Chapter 3-1 Reading Worksheet
Matter Homework Packet
Solids, Liquids, Gases, and Plasma - Kinetic Theory Google Slides Notes
Solids, Liquids, Gases, and Plasma - Kinetic Theory Notes Worksheet
Solids, Liquids, Gases - Kinetic Theory Worksheet
States of Matter Virtual Laboratory States of Matter Laboratory Worksheet
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5. The Gas Laws
Vocabulary 10 - * In your vocabulat notebook, define the following terms: Kinetic theory of gases, pressure, absolute zero, Charles's Law, Boyle's Law, temperature, volume
Charles's Law and Boyle's Law Video
Read and answer check for understanding questions Ch 3-2: Behavior of Gases
Chapter 3-2 Reading Worksheet
The Gas Laws Google Slides Notes
The Gas Laws Notes Worksheet The Gas Laws Worksheet 1
Combined Gas Laws Practice Worksheet The Gas Laws Practice Worksheet 2
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6. Phase Changes
Vocabulary 11 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: boiling, change of state, condensation, evaporation, melting, sublimation, endothermic, heat of fusion, exothermic, vaporization, heat of vaporization, vapor pressure, deposition
Read and answer check for understanding questions Ch 3-3: Changes of State
Chapter 3-3 Reading Worksheet
Phase Changes Google Slides Notes Phase Changes Guided Notes Worksheet
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7. Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures
Vocabulary 12 -* In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: element, metal, metalloid, non-metal, pure substance, compound
Read and answer check for understanding questions Ch 4-1: Elements
Chapter 4-1 Reading Worksheet
Elements Google Slides Notes Elements Notes Worksheet
Identifying Elements Virtual Laboratory Identifying Elements Laboratory Worksheet
Read and answer check for understanding questions Ch 4-2: Compounds
Chapter 4-2 Reading Worksheet
Vocabulary 13 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: colloid, concentration, mixture, solubility, solute, solvent, solution, suspension, homogeneous, heterogeneous
Read and answer check for understanding questions Ch 4-3 Mixtures
Chapter 4-3 Reading Worksheet
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8. Atoms - The Building Blocks of Elements
Vocabulary 14 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: atom, electron, electron cloud, nucleus, proton, neutron, electron
Studying Atoms 1 Google Slides Notes Studying Atoms 1 Guided Notes Worksheet
History of Atomic Theory Video
Read and answer the Reading Understanding Questions - Ch 11-1: Development of Atomic Theory
Ch 11-1 Reading Worksheet
Vocabulary 15 - * In the vocabulary section of your notebook, define the terms: atomic mass, atomic mass unit, atomic number, isotope, mass number.
Read and answer the Reading Understanding Questions Ch 11-2: The Atom
Chapter 11-2 Reading Worksheet
The Atom Google Slides Presentation The Atom Notes Worksheet
Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons Practice Worksheet
Atomic Structure Worksheet Abundance of Isotopes Worksheet
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9. Arranging The Elements
Vocabulary 16- * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: group, period, periodic, periodic law
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions - Interactive Textbook Chapter 12-1 - Arranging the Elements
Chapter 12-1 Assessment Worksheet
Color Coding the Periodic Table Worksheet
Periodic Table Virtual Laboratory Periodic Table Laboratory Worksheet
Vocabulary 17 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: alkali metal, alkaline-earth metal, halogen, noble gas
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions - Interactive Textbook Chapter 12-2 - Grouping the Elements
Chapter 12-2 Assessment Worksheet
Periodic Table Crossword Puzzle
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10. Electrons and Chemical Bonding
Vocabulary 18 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: chemical bonding, chemical bond, valence electron
Electrons and Chemical Bonding Google Slides Notes Electrons and Chemical Bonding Notes Worksheet
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions Ch 13-1: Electrons and Chemical Bonding
Chapter 13-1 Reading Worksheet
Vocabulary 19 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: crystal lattice, ion, ionic bond
Ionic Bonds Google Slides Notes Ionic Bonds Notes Worksheet
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions - Interactive Textbook Chapter 13-2 - Ionic Bonds
13-2 Ionic Bonds Worksheet Ionic Bonds Review Video
Ionic Binding Tutorial
Covalent Bonding Tutorial
Bonding Tutorial Worksheet
Vocabulary 20 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: covalent bond, metallic bond, molecule, electron dot diagram, ductility, malleability
Covalent and Metallic Bonds Google Slides Notes Covalent and Metallic Bonds Notes Worksheet
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions - Interactive Textbook Chapter 13-3 Covalent and Metallic Bonds
13-3 Covalent and Metallic Bonds Worksheet
Electron Dot Diagram Worksheet Lewis Structure Practice Worksheet
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11. Forming New Substances - Chemical Reactions
Vocabulary 21 -* In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: chemical reaction, precipitate, chemical, chemical bond, exothermic reaction, endothermic reaction.
Chemical Reactions - Forming New Substances Google Slides Notes
Chemical Reactions Notes Worksheet
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions - Interactive Textbook Chapter 14-1 - Forming New Substances
Chapter 14-1 Reading Worksheet
Chemical Formulas and Chemical Equations Google Slides Notes
Chemical Formulas and Equations Notes Worksheet
Vocabulary 22 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: chemical equation, chemical formula, law of conservation of mass, product, reactant
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions Interactive Textbook Chapter 14-2 Chemical Formulas and Equations Chapter 14-2 Chemical Equations and Formulas Worksheet
Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Worksheet Balancing Chemical Equations Worksheet 2
Vocabulary 24 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: cation, anion, binary compound, ternary compound
Naming Chemical Compounds and Naming Chemical Formulas Notes and Worksheet Packet
Vocabulary 23 -* In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: decomposition reaction, double-displacement reaction, single-displacement reaction, synthesis reaction, combustion reaction
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions Chapter 14-3 Types of Chemical Reactions
Chapter 14-3 Reading Worksheet
Types of Chemical Reactions Google Slides Notes Types of Chemical Reactions Notes Worksheet
Types of Chemical Reactions Video Balancing Chemical Equations Virtual Laboratory
Balancing Chemical Equations Lab Worksheet
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions Interactive Textbook Chapter 14-4 Energy and Rates of Chemical Reactions Chapter 14-4 Energy and Rates of Chemical Reactions Worksheet
Vocabulary 25 - * In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: activation energy, catalyst, endothermic reaction, exothermic reaction, inhibitor, law of conservation of energy
Energy and Rates of Chemical Reactions Google Slides Notes Energy and Rates of Chemical Reactions Notes Worksheet
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12. Acids and Bases
Vocabulary 26 -* In your vocabulary notebook, define the terms: acid, base, indicator, pH, neutralization reaction, salt
Acids and Bases - Google Slides Notes Acids and Bases Notes Worksheet
Acids and Bases Review Worksheet
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions - Chapter 15-2 Acids and Bases
Chapter 15-2 Worksheet
Read and answer Reading Understanding Questions Chapter 15-3 - Solutions of Acids and Bases
Chapter 15-3 Worksheet
Acids and Bases - Reading Comprehension Worksheet
pH - Acids and Bases Virtual Activity pH - Virtual Activity Worksheet
pH Virtual Laboratory pH Virtual Lab Worksheet
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Midterm Test Review Section
Properties of Matter -
PSc.2.1.1 Classify matter as homogeneous or heterogeneous; pure substance or mixture; element or compound; metals, nonmetals, or
metalloids; solution, colloid, or suspension.
PSc.2.1.2 Explain the phases of matter and the physical changes that matter undergoes.
PSc.2.1.3 Compare physical and chemical properties of various types of matter.
Properties of Matter/Phase Change Midterm Review Worksheet 1(a)
Calculating Density, Mass, and Volume Video Advanced Density Problems Video
Density, Mass, & Volume Video Notes 1 Density, Mass, & Volume Video Notes 2
Midterm Review - Physical Properties: Density, Mass, and Volume Worksheet
NC Standards - PSc.2.2.4
Use coefficients to balance simple chemical equations involving elements and/or binary compounds.
Conclude that chemical equations must be balanced because of the law of conservation of matter.
Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Video 1 Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Video 2
Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Video 3 Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Video 4
Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Video 5 Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Video 6
Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Video 7 Balancing Chemical Equations Practice Video 8
1. Balancing Chemical Equations Review Practice Worksheet 1
2. Balancing Chemical Equations Review Practice Worksheet 2
Identifying Chemical Reactions Notes Types of Chemical Reactions Worksheet