topic 1: working in a laboratory
During this unit YR7 students will be introduced to the science laboratory. They will learn proper laboratory procedures and safety. They will also learn about combustion and how to use a fire extinguisher.
2.1 Practical and enquiry skills: b) assess risk and work safely in the laboratory, field and workplace. 2.1c Plan and carry out practical and investigative activities, both individually and in groups; 2.2 Critical understanding of evidence; 3.2 Chemical and material behaviour
2.1 Practical and enquiry skills: b) assess risk and work safely in the laboratory, field and workplace. 2.1c Plan and carry out practical and investigative activities, both individually and in groups; 2.2 Critical understanding of evidence; 3.2 Chemical and material behaviour
- Recognise hazards in a laboratory
- Decide which hazards are most dangerous
- Explain the importance of clear instructions
- Understand the proper use of laboratory equipment
- Describe what fuels are like
- Identify the factors needed to stop things burning
- Explain the fire triangle
- Explain why carbon dioxide is used in extinguishers
- Select the correct extinguisher for a fire
- Explain the kinds of decisions fire-fighters must take
Key Terms
Laboratory Safety
Laboratory Safety
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safety goggles procedures eye wash
wafing apron viscus weigh boat |
hazard first aid
fume hood Bunsen burner ring stand fire extinguisher fire blanket |
pipette funnel
balance graduated cylinder thermometer harmful irritant Hazcard |
tare
spatula tongs stirring rod risk assessment corrosion biohazard explosive |
toxic
flammable electric shock beaker conical flask tripod wire gauze combustion |
Scientific Method
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hypothesis
research |
experiment analyse
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conclusion
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data
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results
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Class Materials:
Laboratory Safety
Laboratory Safety worksheet
Laboratory Safety (ppt)
Sponge Bob Laboratory Safety worksheet
Rainbow Lab
Boiling Water Lab (designed in class)
"Putting Out The Fire" worksheet
Scientific Method
Scientific Method handout
Peanut Investigation
Experimental Design handout.
Taking Data
Useful Websites
Laboratory Safety
Think Quest
Here is some good information from BBC Bitesize about the Bunsen burner
Go to Mr. Damon's website for a set of instructions on how to light a Bunsen burner
Here is some good information from BBC Bitesize about Combustion
Scientific Method
Science as a Process
Science Buddies
The Scientific Method
Using the Scientific Method
Writing With Scientists
Biology For Kids
Scientific Method Today
Click here for more information on the Scientific Method
Learning Checklist
I know the meaning of some safety signs
I know the meaning of combustion
I know the meaning of most safety signs
I can interpret the data on a bar graph
I can explain the fire triangle in terms of combustion
I can list different types of fire extinguishers
I know how to use Hazcards
I know the importance of oxygen in combustion
I can spot errors (anomalies) in data on a bar graph
I know the limitations of using water to put out fires
I can choose the correct extinguisher for a fire
I understand the importance of hazard signs on chemical tankers
I know how to apply the information in Hazcards
I can explain combustion in terms of oxidation
Videos
Laboratory Safety
Laboratory Safety worksheet
Laboratory Safety (ppt)
Sponge Bob Laboratory Safety worksheet
Rainbow Lab
Boiling Water Lab (designed in class)
"Putting Out The Fire" worksheet
Scientific Method
Scientific Method handout
Peanut Investigation
Experimental Design handout.
Taking Data
Useful Websites
Laboratory Safety
Think Quest
Here is some good information from BBC Bitesize about the Bunsen burner
Go to Mr. Damon's website for a set of instructions on how to light a Bunsen burner
Here is some good information from BBC Bitesize about Combustion
Scientific Method
Science as a Process
Science Buddies
The Scientific Method
Using the Scientific Method
Writing With Scientists
Biology For Kids
Scientific Method Today
Click here for more information on the Scientific Method
Learning Checklist
I know the meaning of some safety signs
I know the meaning of combustion
I know the meaning of most safety signs
I can interpret the data on a bar graph
I can explain the fire triangle in terms of combustion
I can list different types of fire extinguishers
I know how to use Hazcards
I know the importance of oxygen in combustion
I can spot errors (anomalies) in data on a bar graph
I know the limitations of using water to put out fires
I can choose the correct extinguisher for a fire
I understand the importance of hazard signs on chemical tankers
I know how to apply the information in Hazcards
I can explain combustion in terms of oxidation
Videos
LABORATORY SAFETY
SCIENTIFIC METHOD
