Module 3 Physical Science: Fluids and Dynamics

3.1B: States of Matter

http://www.chem4kids.com/files/matter_states.html
This site is written in kid-friendly language. It has everything to do with matter, and changing states, and related links. It’s worth checking out!

3.1C: From One State to Another

Kinetic Molecular Theory

The Structure of Matter
http://www.mpcfaculty.net/mark_bishop/KMT.htm
An animated model of the KMT.

The Structure of Matter
http://www.mpcfaculty.net/mark_bishop/KMT.htm
An animated model of the KMT.

Harcourt School Publishers: States of Matter
http://www.harcourtschool.com/activity/states_of_matter/
A simple animation using a pot of water that changes state depending on temperature – shows movement of particles.

3.2A: Define and Calculate Density

Density

http://www.visionlearning.com/library/module_viewer.php?mid=37&l=&c3=
This site is great for specific lessons on all aspects found in this lesson, includes the story of Archimedes.

Archimedes

Mass-Volume-Density
http://www.visionlearning.com/library/module_viewer.php?mid=37&l=&c3=

http://www.edinformatics.com/math_science/mass_volume_density.htm
The following activities target a middle school population although activities are approachable by more advanced elementary school students. The activities are also ideal for high school students to review basic concepts.

Density Lab

Density Lab Gizmo
http://www.explorelearning.com/index.cfm?method=cResource.dspView&ResourceID=17
With a scale to measure mass, a graduated cylinder to measure volume, and a large beaker of liquid to observe floatation, the relationship between mass, volume, density, and floatation can be investigated. The density of the liquid in the beaker can be adjusted, and many different objects can be studied during the investigation.]

3.2B: Measuring Mass and Volume

Measuring to use a virtual triple beam balance

Reading a Triple Beam Balance
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objid=GCH202
An interactive demo that teaches you how to read the mass of objects using a triple beam balance.

Math and Science Activity Center: Finding the Mass of an Object
http://www.edinformatics.com/math_science/mass.htm
Basic activities and excellent graphics to practice using a triple beam balance. Also has a link to figuring out the difference between weight and mass.

Water Displacement

Displacement of Water (Flash animation)
http://www.execulink.com/~ekimmel/density_displacment.htm
This animation shows how a rubber stopper placed in a graduated cylinder will cause the water level to rise. Since the volume of the stopper is equal to the volume of water displaced and the initial and final mass is known, the density of the irregularly shaped stopper can be determined.]

3.3A: Types of Force

Force and Friction

You Tube: Incredible Machine 01
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JD8P4fE8Yn0&search=Rube%20Goldberg
Descriptor: A nine-minute clip of moving machines – there are many forces at play in the clip. You Tube also has an Incredible Machine 02.

Newton

The Physics Classroom: Newton’s Laws of Motion.
http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/gbssci/phys/Class/newtlaws/u2l1a.html
A series of lessons and animation on Newton’s three rules of motion.

Naturally Newton: Experiments to try at home
http://www.at-bristol.org.uk/Newton/experiment.htm#forces
Great site for simple, do at home labs on friction.

ZOOM Sci – Mix hot science with your cool ideas
http://pbskids.org/zoom/activities/sci/
Scroll down to the section Forces and Energy: Move it for for simple, do at home labs on friction.

The Physics Classroom: Newton’s Laws of Motion.
http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/gbssci/phys/Class/newtlaws/u2l1a.html
A series of lessons and animation on Newton’s three rules of motion.

Naturally Newton: Experiments to try at home
http://www.at-bristol.org.uk/Newton/experiment.htm#forces
Great site for simple, do at home labs on friction.

3.4A: Force and Pressure

Diamonds

Diamond Source
http://www.diamondsourceva.com/Education/ArtificialDiamonds/man-made-diamonds.asp
A commercial site that describes the processes of manufacturing diamonds.

USA Today
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/news/techinnovations/2005-10-06-man-made-diamonds_x.htm
A story about the potential of making diamonds for retail sales.

Title: Popular Science
http://www.popsci.com/popsci/whatsnew/301306492d68b010vgnvcm1000004eecbccdrcrd.html
Includes a short slide show showing how diamonds are made.

Explore Learning: Archimedes’ Principle
http://www.explorelearning.com/index.cfm?method=cResource.dspView&ResourceID=603
An interactive activity that demonstrates Archimedes’ Principle along with some assessment questions to check your understanding.

3.4C: Natural and Constructed Fluid Systems

Bernoulli

Earthlink: Bernoulli’s Principle
http://home.earthlink.net/~mmc1919/venturi.html
An animation of Bernoulli’s Principle.

Daniel Bernoulli
http://www-groups.dcs.st-and.ac.uk/~history/Biographies/Bernoulli_Daniel.html
An interesting account of Bernoulli’s life in the 18th century.

Weather

How Does a Hurricane Form
http://scijinks.jpl.nasa.gov/weather/howwhy/hurricane/
A simple explanation is provided for how hurricanes are formed, plus an amazing animation of the forming of Hurricane Katrina.

How do Clouds Form
http://www.vivoscuola.it/US/RSIGPP3202/umidita/lezioni/form.htm
A basic diagram and explanation for how clouds are formed.

Weather Wiz Kids
http://www.weatherwizkids.com/index.htm
A site designed just for kids with lots of weather-related activities and information. Anything you want to know about weather can be found here!

The Weather Network
http://www.theweathernetwork.com/weather/cities/indexBC.htm
Follow stories about weather in British Columbia.

Environment Canada
http://www.weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca/canada_e.html
Follow stories and get information about weather in Canada.

Earth’s Crust

Understanding Plate Motions
http://pubs.usgs.gov/gip/dynamic/understanding.html
Useful graphics and illustrations describing how plates move and how these movements relate to earthquake activity.

Plate Tectonics
http://www.ucmp.berkeley.edu/geology/tectonics.html
Plate tectonics animations depicting different time periods as well as links to other recommended sites.

Science Odyssey: Mountain Maker, Earth Shaker
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/aso/tryit/tectonics/#
Lots of activities and information about plate tectonics. Requires Shockwave to do activities.

The Heart

Heart and Stroke Foundation: Blood Pressure Action Plan
http://ww2.heartandstroke.ca/page.asp?PageID=1689&Stream=bp2&RefSrc=Jan07
This well-known Canadian site is full of practical information on how to lead a healthy life and have a healthy heart.

The Heart
http://www.smm.org/heart/heart/top.html
Lessons, animations, videos and lots of facts about the heart.

Kids Health: All About the Heart
http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/body/heart_SW.html
Facts and activities about the heart written for kids.

Respiratory System

The Canadian Lung Association
http://www.lung.ca/lung101-renseignez/students-etudiants_e.php
Games and interactive website about the human respiratory system.

Lungs
http://www.smm.org/heart/lungs/top.html
Lessons, animations, videos and lots of facts about the lungs.

Kids Health: Looking at Your Lungs
http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/body/lungs_SW.html
Facts and activities about the lungs written for kids.