Monday, January 25, 2016

Science Chapter 3 Test will be on Friday, January 29th

Study pages 58-79 in Science textbook.

Key words and terms from the chapter:

·        Compound machines

·        6 simple machines: wedge, wheel and axle, pulley, inclined plane,  lever, and screw

·        Review examples of common compound machines, eg. Scissors, can opener, bicycle

·        Understand the power of common machines, the mechanical advantage if you combine the mechanical advantages of two or more simple machines, pp.62-63

·        Explain how compound machines have changed over time, pp.66-67

·        Describe how compound machines are used in mining, forestry, and fishing pp.68-77

·        Answer Chapter Review #1-4 on p.79

·        Complete all class worksheets about compound machines
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Strategies to study for the test:·        
        
     Draw examples of key concepts and ideas
·        Have parent or older sibling test you on your knowledge of compound machines

·        Create own set of study cards or use app QUIZLET