Grade 7 Science Worksheets

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• Explain the function of chloroplasts in plant cells and protists.
• Describe the process of photosynthesis including the role of thylakoid membranes and pigments.
• Identify where carbon fixation occurs within the chloroplast.+ Show more

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• Describe how cells communicate through chemical and electrical signals.
• Explain the role of receptor proteins, gap junctions, and plasmodesmata in cell communication.
• Identify processes like signal amplification and feedback regulation involved in cell signaling.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of surface-area-to-volume ratio and its effect on cell size.
• Identify adaptations that increase surface area for efficient material exchange in cells and organisms.
• Explain how multicellular organisms overcome surface area limitations through specialized structures and systems.

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• Describe the structure and function of the cell membrane.
• Explain the processes of diffusion, osmosis, and active transport in cells.
• Identify the role of membrane proteins in substance movement and cell function.+ Show more

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• Describe the structure and function of different specialized cells such as red blood cells, neurons, and root hair cells.
• Explain how cellular specialization enables tissues and organs to perform specific tasks efficiently.
• Identify morphological differences among various specialized cells and relate them to their roles in the organism.

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• Explain the process of active transport and how it moves molecules against concentration gradients.
• Describe the function of the sodium-potassium pump in maintaining cellular electrochemical gradients.
• Identify different types of vesicular transport, including endocytosis and exocytosis.+ Show more

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• Identify different types of forces, including contact and non-contact forces.
• Understand how forces change the motion of objects.
• Explain the concept of net force and its effect on acceleration.+ Show more

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• Identify the key parts of beams such as span, support conditions, and load types
• Understand the effects of different loads on beams like bending, shear, and deflection
• Relate real-world examples of beams in infrastructure to their mechanical behavior+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of net force and how it determines the motion of objects.
• Learn how to draw and interpret free-body diagrams.
• Identify and analyze forces acting on objects on inclined surfaces.+ Show more

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• Understand how levers operate and how to calculate their mechanical advantage
• Identify different simple machines and their functions
• Describe how simple machines make work easier in daily life

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• Understand the different classes of levers and their characteristics.
• Explain how torque affects lever operation.
• Calculate mechanical advantage of lever and pulley systems.+ Show more

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• Explain the concepts of distance, time, and speed.
• Calculate average speed using distance and time.
• Identify measurement errors that can occur when recording motion data.+ Show more

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• Identify the components of forces acting on inclined planes.
• Explain how inclined planes reduce the effort needed to move loads.
• Calculate mechanical advantage of inclined planes.+ Show more

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• Understand the causes and effects of technological innovation.
• Identify the factors that contribute to inventions and innovations.
• Analyze how innovations diffuse and evolve over time.

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• Identify key stages of embryonic development across different animal groups
• Compare and contrast embryonic features among taxa to understand evolutionary relationships
• Recognize conserved structures such as pharyngeal pouches and limb buds+ Show more

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• Understand and apply probability concepts to predict genetic variation among offspring.
• Interpret Punnett square outcomes to determine genotype and phenotype ratios.
• Calculate expected proportions of inherited traits in monohybrid crosses.+ Show more

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• Understand how forces combine using vector addition to determine net force.
• Interpret free-body diagrams to analyze systems like elevators, tug-of-war, and loaded carts.
• Apply algebraic sign conventions to solve for net force in one-dimensional systems.+ Show more

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• Distinguish thermal energy, temperature, and internal energy in terms of particle motion and energy storage.
• Explain the direction of heat transfer using internal energy and thermal equilibrium.
• Describe common sources of thermal energy and connect them to real-world environments.+ Show more

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• Analyze integrated systems by understanding forces, machine functions, and structural evaluation.
• Compare alternative design solutions based on criteria such as mechanical advantage, material choice, and safety.
• Synthesize motion data, mechanical calculations, and structural assessments for regional applications.+ Show more

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• Understand the principle of conservation of mass in physical and chemical changes.
• Apply mass accounting to reactions and processes within a closed system.
• Balance simple chemical formulas to illustrate mass relationships.+ Show more

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• Explain the physical and chemical processes that shape Earth's surface
• Identify the forces driving surface changes such as water flow, wind, glaciers, and gravity
• Describe observable landforms associated with surface processes+ Show more

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• Distinguish quantitative and qualitative observations in a science investigation.
• Identify examples of observation vs. inference during inquiry.
• Use metric units appropriately when describing measurements.

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• Explain how weather differs from climate using long-term patterns.
• Describe how the Sun’s energy, atmospheric circulation, and water distribution help determine climate.
• Model how ocean heat storage and heat release can influence regional climate.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of thermal conductivity in materials
• Identify common building materials and their thermal properties
• Explain how material properties affect building temperature control

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• Understand how to quantify energy transfer in heat processes using numerical representations.
• Apply formulas involving specific heat, mass, and temperature change to calculate energy in Joules and kilojoules.
• Explore real-world thermal processes in Alberta, including heating water, melting snow, and warming air.+ Show more

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• Understand key concepts of optimization in design processes.
• Identify performance metrics and constraints in decision-making.
• Evaluate trade-offs among strength, cost, durability, and sustainability.+ Show more

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• Understand the defining properties of pure substances such as fixed melting and boiling points, density, and reactivity.
• Distinguish between elements and compounds through physical and chemical tests.
• Identify examples of pure substances, including elemental metals and chemical compounds like calcium carbonate.+ Show more

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• Describe the production pathways from natural resources to common synthetic materials, including feedstocks, polymerization, and refining steps.
• Identify different synthetic materials like polyethylene, PET, nylon, and metals produced from ores.
• Evaluate trade-offs such as durability, recyclability, and environmental impact linked to material choices.+ Show more

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• Explain how load paths help structures resist forces.
• Identify the roles of compression, tension, and shear in common structures.
• Use material properties such as stiffness, strength, and durability to judge safety.

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• Define kinetic and potential energy through everyday examples.
• Explain how height and motion relate to different energy forms.
• Describe energy transfer among parts of a system.+ Show more

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• Understand the mechanisms of natural selection and how traits are favored or suppressed in populations.
• Identify examples of adaptation and reproductive success in different species.
• Explain the sources of genetic variation and how environmental pressure influences evolution.+ Show more

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• Distinguish quantitative observations from qualitative observations in everyday science situations.
• Choose appropriate metric units and tools for measuring length, mass, and volume.
• Develop a simple scientific inquiry plan that includes a question, hypothesis, measurements, and error awareness.

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• Understand the importance of ethical considerations in STEM communication.
• Identify responsible practices for data sharing and attribution.
• Recognize conventions for transparent reporting and graphical annotation.+ Show more

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• Explain how surface albedo and emissivity affect radiative heat exchange.
• Describe how surface colour and coatings influence solar gain and heat regulation.
• Understand the applications of low-emissivity glazing and reflective roofs in energy efficiency.+ Show more

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• Define states of matter as different arrangements of particles and different energy regimes
• Describe common phase changes: melting, freezing, vaporization, condensation, and sublimation
• Explain how temperature and pressure influence phase transitions and relate them to properties such as density and viscosity+ Show more

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• Understand geological processes that affect resource placement.
• Explore how Earth history influences mineral, energy, and groundwater resources.
• Connect plate tectonics, sedimentation, and weathering to resource locations.+ Show more

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• Explain the concept of equilibrium as the balance of forces in an object.
• Differentiate between static and dynamic equilibrium in real-world scenarios.
• Apply qualitative and simple quantitative analyses to predict objects' behavior at rest or moving with constant velocity.+ Show more

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• Define solutions, colloids, and suspensions
• Identify examples of each mixture type
• Describe the properties and differences of mixture categories+ Show more

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• Understand the role of different types of connections in load transfer and structural redundancy.
• Identify and describe shear, bearing, and slip effects at connections.
• Explain the function of gusset plates and base plates in distributing forces.+ Show more

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• Define thermal energy and distinguish it from temperature.
• Identify common sources of thermal energy in natural and human-made environments.
• Explain the flow of thermal energy from higher to lower internal energy objects.+ Show more

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• Understand the properties of reflective and emissive surfaces
• Identify how surface properties influence radiative heat exchange
• Analyze the effects of color and coating on solar gain+ 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 different types of temperature sensors used in environmental monitoring
• Learn how calibration, response time, and placement affect measurement accuracy
• Identify common sources of measurement error and how to minimize them+ Show more

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• Explain how heat transfer occurs through convection in fluids.
• Identify the key factors that influence convective circulation.
• Relate convection phenomena to real-world environmental examples.

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• Understand the properties of materials that conduct heat.
• Differentiate between metals and non-metals in terms of thermal conductivity.
• Identify factors that influence a material’s ability to transfer heat.+ Show more

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• Explain the concept of urban heat islands and their causes
• Identify the effects of urban heat on cities and human health
• Describe mitigation strategies used to reduce urban heat effects+ Show more

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• Understand the basic quantities used to describe motion: distance, time, and speed.
• Learn how to interpret and represent data related to motion.
• Calculate average speed given distance and time.

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• Explain how resource availability influences population growth.
• Interpret logistic growth curves and concepts of carrying capacity.
• Analyze how competition affects birth, death, immigration, and emigration rates in ecosystems.+ Show more