6th Grade Unit 02: Investigating Properties of Matter (17 days)

TEKS

(6)  Matter and energy. The student knows matter has physical properties that can be used for classification. The student is expected to:

(A)  compare metals, nonmetals, and metalloids using physical properties such as luster, conductivity, or malleability;

(B)  calculate density to identify an unknown substance; and

(C)  test the physical properties of minerals, including hardness, color, luster, and streak.

 

Assignments

1. Read Density pp. 74-75
   1. In class: Density Lab
2. Read 2.4 Classifying Elements pp. 82-89
3. Mohs Hardness Scale
4. Mineral streak test

Review

Before taking the test on this unit, you should spend some time doing the review.