Comprehensive Science III

Prepare for high school science courses with this introduction of new topics and review of science basics. You will learn more about the nature of science, Earth and space science, properties of matter, changes in matter, matter and energy, and energy flow.

Major Concepts:

Matter

• • Scientific Knowledge
  • Measurements of Matter
  • Volume and Density
  • Physical Properties

Changes in Matter

• • States of Matter
  • Physical Versus Chemical Changes
  • Conservation of Mass
  • Thermal Energy and Chemical Change

Elements and Compounds

• • Atomic Theory
  • The Periodic Table
  • Compounds
  • Mixtures and Pure Substances

Cycles and Conservation

• • Conservation
  • Photosynthesis
  • Cellular Respiration
  • The Carbon Cycle

The Universe

• • Space and Beyond
  • Galaxies
  • Space Technology
  • Solar Properties

Our Solar System

• • Formation of the Solar System
  • Exploring the Solar System
  • Seasons and Tides
  • Eclipses and Moon Phases

Advanced:

• Valence Electrons
• Interrelated Nature
• Space Weather