Grade 7 Worksheets

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• Explain the key concepts of the particle model of matter.
• Describe how particle arrangement and motion relate to states of matter and phenomena like diffusion and condensation.
• Differentiate between physical rearrangements and chemical transformations using the particle model.

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• Identify ecological organization levels from individual organisms to ecosystems
• Explain how properties at higher levels emerge from interactions among organisms and their environment
• Use examples from Alberta (trout, fish communities, Bow River ecosystem) to compare levels

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• Explain how supports, foundations, and load paths work together to keep structures stable.
• Describe how compression, tension, and shear forces affect common structural members like beams and columns.
• Connect material properties (stiffness, strength, durability) to safety and suitability under typical Alberta wind and snow loads.

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• Describe how natural resources are transformed into common synthetic materials.
• Explain the processes of polymerization, refining, and manufacturing of synthetic materials like polyethylene, PET, and nylon.
• Identify trade-offs associated with synthetic materials, including durability, recyclability, and environmental impacts.+ Show more

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• Distinguish between physical and chemical properties of materials.
• Identify measurable descriptors such as density, melting point, solubility, and conductivity.
• Analyze property data to support material identification and separation strategies.+ Show more

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• Identify observable signs that a chemical reaction has occurred.
• Describe common indicators such as gas production, precipitate formation, color change, temperature change, and irreversibility.
• Explain examples like rusting, combustion, and acid–base neutralization in relation to reaction evidence.+ Show more

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• Analyze the interactions among First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and European newcomers between 1713 and 1850.
• Understand the significance of kinship ties and diplomatic protocols in Indigenous communities.
• Investigate the causes and consequences of epidemics, alliances, and displacement during the colonial period.+ Show more

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• Understand how energy moves through trophic levels in ecosystems.
• Explain the concepts of energy efficiency, biomass pyramids, and energy transfer limitations.
• Describe how solar energy is captured by primary producers and lost through respiration and heat.+ Show more

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• Explain how convection transports heat in fluids and its role in natural phenomena.
• Identify differences between natural and forced convection in real-world applications.
• Describe boundary layers, buoyancy forces, and flow patterns associated with convection.+ Show more

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• Understand the different chemical properties of substances and how they are observed.
• Identify how chemical properties influence reactions such as combustion, corrosion, and neutralization.
• Recognize observable outcomes that indicate chemical properties, such as gas evolution and color change.+ Show more

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• Identify the biotic and abiotic components of an ecosystem.
• Explain how energy flows through an ecosystem.
• Describe the interactions between living organisms and their environment.+ Show more

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• Understand basic concepts of genetics and probability in inheritance.
• Learn how to predict genotype and phenotype ratios using Punnett squares.
• Interpret probability outcomes to estimate trait inheritance in offspring.+ Show more

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• Explain how synthesis maps combine multiple datasets and map types to reveal spatial patterns.
• Interpret overlapping evidence to infer likely causes, effects, and interrelationships.
• Evaluate how scale, projection, and classification choices can change conclusions.

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• Interpret performance test data to identify design weaknesses.
• Understand how design modifications can enhance performance.
• Connect test results to specific design changes and constraints.

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• Understand how resource availability influences animal populations.
• Identify examples of limited resources in a forest ecosystem.
• Explain the relationship between resources and survival.+ Show more

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• Identify major cell organelles and describe their functions.
• Contrast organelle structures such as nucleus, mitochondria, chloroplasts, and cell membranes.
• Explain how cellular structures support tissue, organ, and organismal functions.+ Show more

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• Reflect on the core values of Christmas such as love, kindness, compassion, and generosity.
• Analyze stories and case studies to understand how these values are expressed through acts of charity, community service, and family bonds.
• Promote social-emotional awareness, empathy, and the importance of embodying Christmas principles year-round.+ Show more

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• Understand how disturbances impact ecosystems and habitats.
• Identify different types of disturbance regimes and their ecological consequences.
• Analyze species adaptation to disturbance frequency and intensity.+ Show more

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• Explain the role of DNA molecules in encoding genetic traits.
• Describe how chromosomes organize and transmit genetic information during cell division.
• Illustrate the process of chromosome segregation during gamete formation and fusion.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of carrying capacity and how resource availability influences population size.
• Interpret simple graphical data depicting population changes over time.
• Explain how factors like food, water, and shelter affect animal populations.+ Show more

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• Explain the difference between design criteria and design constraints in a solution design
• Identify examples of measurable criteria and limiting constraints in a real-world problem
• Describe how human needs and environmental impacts influence acceptable design outcomes

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• Differentiate between weather and climate.
• Identify basic concepts related to climate patterns.
• Understand how solar heating influences climate zones.+ Show more

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• Understand the basic components of an atom: protons, neutrons, and electrons.
• Relate atomic number and mass number to element identity and isotopic variation.
• Describe simple electron arrangements and understand their role in periodic trends.+ Show more

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• Understand the structure and function of specialized cells
• Identify different types of specialized cells and their adaptations
• Explain how cellular specialization contributes to organismal functions+ Show more

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• Understand key concepts related to Science
• Apply knowledge through practice questions
• Demonstrate comprehension of the material

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• Understand how to evaluate risks and consequences in complex situations involving multiple factors.
• Apply critical thinking to navigate uncertainty and prioritize personal values.
• Analyze societal impacts of decision-making in health-related contexts.+ Show more

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• Understand the importance of community action in health promotion.
• Identify effective communication strategies for community collaboration.
• Learn how to plan health campaigns and advocate for policy changes.+ Show more

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• Describe key surface geological processes such as weathering, erosion, transport, and deposition.
• Differentiate between mechanical and chemical weathering mechanisms.
• Explain how landforms like canyons, deltas, and moraines are formed by these processes.+ Show more

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• Understand the principles of selecting appropriate graph types for different data
• Learn how to construct various graphs such as bar charts, histograms, line graphs, and scatter plots
• Identify features like axis scaling, proportional representation, and trend lines for accurate data depiction+ Show more

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• Understand how nonliving factors such as temperature, light, water, soil, and salinity influence species distributions and ecosystems.
• Explain the concept of environmental gradients and microclimate effects on organism tolerances.
• Describe how abiotic factors interact with biotic relationships to shape biodiversity and community structure.+ Show more

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• Explain how predators, prey, and competitors influence access to resources and survival
• Describe how mutualism can increase resource availability and persistence for both species
• Connect population interactions to changes in survival and reproduction rates over time+ Show more

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• Define net force as the vector sum of all forces acting on an object.
• Explain how unbalanced forces change an object’s motion (speed and/or direction).
• Use quantitative reasoning with proportional relationships between net force, mass, and acceleration.+ Show more

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• Understand the processes of evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff in the water cycle.
• Recognize the importance of the water cycle in distributing freshwater and supporting ecosystems.
• Explain how the water cycle influences weather and climate patterns.+ Show more

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• Understand the principles of relative dating such as superposition, original horizontality, and cross-cutting relationships
• Identify markers in rock layers used for correlating strata
• Explain how fossil assemblages, unconformities, and intrusive contacts help establish the age of rock layers+ Show more

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• Identify the main functions of key organ systems in the human body.
• Understand how tissues and organs work together within organ systems.
• Recognize specialized structures that enhance functions like gas exchange and nutrient absorption.+ Show more

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• Identify the main components of a cell and their functions.
• Explain the role of the cell membrane, nucleus, and mitochondria.
• Describe the diversity in cell shape and function across organisms.+ Show more

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• Understand how cellular structure relates to cell function in different specialized cells.
• Identify specific morphological features of red blood cells, neurons, and root hair cells.
• Explain how cell specialization enables tissues and organs to perform their roles effectively.+ Show more

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• Understand how cellular structures and transport processes contribute to whole-organism homeostasis.
• Identify the roles of transport proteins, membrane pumps, and hormone signaling in maintaining internal balance.
• Explain how coordination across organ systems sustains blood glucose, ion levels, and water balance.+ Show more

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• Understand how surface-area-to-volume ratio affects cell size and function.
• Identify adaptations that increase surface area in cells and organisms.
• Explain how multicellular organisms overcome diffusion limitations through specialized structures.+ Show more

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• Understand how cells communicate via chemical and electrical signals.
• Identify the role of receptor proteins, gap junctions, and plasmodesmata.
• Explain mechanisms of signal specificity, amplification, and regulation.+ Show more

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• Describe the organization and components of the cell membrane.
• Explain the functions of lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates in the membrane.
• Understand how the fluid mosaic model maintains cellular homeostasis.+ Show more

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• Understand the structure and function of mitochondria in energy production.
• Describe how mitochondria convert carbohydrates and fats into usable energy (ATP).
• Explain the significance of mitochondrial variations in different cell types.+ Show more

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• Understand how chloroplasts capture light energy during photosynthesis.
• Identify the processes occurring within chloroplasts that produce energy-rich molecules.
• Explain the role of chloroplasts in fixing carbon dioxide into sugars.+ Show more

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• Construct and interpret graphical relationships between kinetic and potential energy, mass, and speed.
• Understand proportional and quantitative patterns in energy changes due to mass and speed doubling.
• Analyze energy calculations and relate graphs to motion scenarios such as a bicycle, pendulum, and roller-coaster.+ Show more

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• Explain how Earth’s rotation and axial tilt create day-night cycles and seasonal changes.
• Model lunar phases using the Moon’s relative position to Earth and the Sun.
• Describe how alignment determines when solar and lunar eclipses occur.+ Show more

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• Understand different types of species interactions such as predation, competition, parasitism, mutualism, and commensalism.
• Analyze how species interactions affect community structure and ecosystem stability.
• Identify examples of species interactions in terrestrial and aquatic systems using food web context.+ Show more

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• Define what pure substances are and identify their properties
• Differentiate pure substances from mixtures and solutions
• Recognize regional examples of matter classification+ Show more

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• Identify common structural failure modes and explain how geometry, materials, and loading contribute to them
• Describe how fatigue, buckling, fracture, and connection/foundation failures can lead to progressive collapse
• Explain limit states design, safety factors, and redundancy as ways to mitigate structural risk+ Show more