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Waves, Light Optics, and Acoustic Technologies
6th Grade · Science · Open Global Science
10 lessons
Goal
Investigate rectilinear propagation of light, reflection, refraction, color dispersion, sound vibration, and modern medical/technological wave applications.
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Wave Properties: Transverse and Longitudinal Waves
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- 6Primary Color Addition and Pigment SubtractionNot started yet
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- 9The Electromagnetic Spectrum: From Radio to GammaNot started yet
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Curriculum Framework
6th Grade · Science · Open Global Science
1
9 lessons
Matter, Density, and the Particle Model
Investigate physical properties of matter, calculate density, analyze buoyancy, and model state changes and thermal expansion at the particulate level.
2
8 lessons
Pure Substances, Mixtures, and Separation Techniques
Differentiate pure substances from mixtures and apply physical separation methods based on material properties.
3
9 lessons
Atoms, Molecules, and the Periodic Table
Explain atomic structure, distinguish elements from compounds, and use the organization of the periodic table to predict element properties.
4
9 lessons
Chemical Reactions and Mass Conservation
Differentiate physical changes from chemical reactions, identify signs of reactions, and demonstrate the law of conservation of mass.
5
10 lessons
Forces, Motion, and Periodic Systems
Measure forces with instruments, analyze contact and non-contact interactions, and investigate relationships between force, mass, speed, and periodic motion.
6
8 lessons
Simple Machines, Mechanical Advantage, and Torque
Analyze the mechanical principles, force multiplication, and torque equilibrium of simple machines to solve real-world problems.
7
9 lessons
Thermal Energy, Heat Transfer, and Thermal Machines
Distinguish temperature from heat, analyze conduction, convection, and radiation, and evaluate thermal insulation and thermal machines.
8
8 lessons
Electric Circuits, Power, and Energy Efficiency
Construct and troubleshoot series and parallel circuits, analyze energy transformations, and calculate power consumption and electrical efficiency.
9
8 lessons
Magnetic Fields and Electromagnetism
Investigate magnetic forces, map magnetic field lines, build electromagnets, and control magnetic field strength and polarity.
10
10 lessons
Waves, Light Optics, and Acoustic Technologies
Investigate rectilinear propagation of light, reflection, refraction, color dispersion, sound vibration, and modern medical/technological wave applications.