7th Grade Science

 Unit Guide

Unit Topic Essential Question
1 Cell Theory What is the cell theory?
2 Structure & Function of the Cell How does the cell carry out the functions of life?
3 Body Systems How do cells, tissues, and organs maintain life?
4 Magnetism What is a magnetic field, and how does it interact with magnetic material?
5 Transfer and Conservation of Energy How is energy transferred and conserved?
6 Falling Objects How do we predict the motion of falling objects?
7 Newton’s Laws of Motion How do objects respond in the presence of external forces?
8 Weather Patterns How can weather be predicted?
9 Earth’s Interacting Systems How does water, carbon, and nitrogen cycle through the Earth?
10 Natural Hazards How can natural hazards impact life on Earth?
11 Earth’s Moving Surface How do Earth’s major geological systems interact?

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