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6-8 INQE
Models are used to represent objects, events,
systems, and processes. Models can be used to
test hypotheses and better understand
phenomena, but they have limitations.
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Create a model or simulation to represent the
behavior of objects, events, systems, or
processes.
Use the model to explore the relationship
between two variables and point out how the
model or simulation is similar to or different
from the actual phenomenon.
WORD BANK
WASL WORDS
Absorption
Villi
Intestines
WORKING DEFINITIONS
OPERATIONAL DEFINITIONS
Surface area - revisit
MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:
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Skip 7.1. Materials for 7.1 Increasing the Surface Area of a Clay Cube have been removed.
INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES:
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Consider revising the lesson to address surface area using tickets.
ASSESSMENT:
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You discovered that amylase breaks down carbohydrates into small pieces called sugar. Explain how
you know starch is made up of smaller sugar units.
What are the advantages of the enormous surface area of the small intestine? Do you think that
other human organs might need a large surface area? Which ones?
Many tools and instruments we use in daily life are designed with folds. How many can you think of?
What are the advantages of folds?
DIFFERENTIATION:
CULTURAL RELEVANCY:
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Adapted from HBS-Teacher Tips-9-03, © Middle School Science Systemic Change Partnership
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