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Assessment BLMs


Teacher Resource only includes the generic and assessment BLMs. If you are looking for the chapter specific BLMs they are a separate component and must be purchased separately.

Blackline Masters Package 9780070318595


Assessment BLMs in PDF

Assessment Checklists
Assessment BLM 01 - Making Observations and Inferences Checklist (76.0K)
Assessment BLM 02 - Asking Questions Checklist (74.0K)
Assessment BLM 03 - Designing an Experiment Checklist (156.0K)
Assessment BLM 04 - Laboratory Report Checklist (90.0K)
Assessment BLM 05 - Investigating an Issue Checklist (71.0K)
Assessment BLM 06 - Developing Models Checklist (68.0K)
Assessment BLM 07 - Scientific Drawing Checklist (76.0K)
Assessment BLM 08 - Science Fair Display Checklist (158.0K)
Assessment BLM 09 - Oral Presentation Checklist (86.0K)
Assessment BLM 10 - Computer Slide Show Presentation (70.0K)
Assessment BLM 11 - Poster Checklist (70.0K)
Assessment BLM 12 - Classification System Checklist (71.0K)
Assessment BLM 13 - Concept Map Checklist (69.0K)
Assessment BLM 14 - Events Chain or Flowchart Checklist (89.0K)
Assessment BLM 15 - Venn Diagram Checklist (143.0K)
Assessment BLM 16 - Science Portfolio Checklist (84.0K)
Assessment BLM 17 - Science-Math Connect Checklist (83.0K)
Assessment BLM 18 - Data Table Checklist (68.0K)
Assessment BLM 19 - Graph from Data Checklist (74.0K)
Assessment BLM 20 - Assessment Record Form Checklist (58.0K)
Assessment BLM 21 - Project Self-Assessment Checklist (197.0K)
Assessment BLM 22 - Project Group Assessment Checklist (135.0K)
Assessment BLM 23 - Learning Skills Checklist (203.0K)
Assessment BLM 24 - K-W-L Assessment Checklist (64.0K)
Assessment BLM 25 - Safety Checklist (84.0K)

Assessment Process Skills Rubrics
Assessment BLM 26 - Developing Models Rubric (71.0K)
Assessment BLM 27 - Hypothesizing Rubric (74.0K)
Assessment BLM 28 - Controlling Variables Rubric (71.0K)
Assessment BLM 29 - Problem Solving Rubric (73.0K)
Assessment BLM 30 - Fair Testing Rubric (71.0K)
Assessment BLM 31 - Designing Experiments Rubric (71.0K)
Assessment BLM 32 - Predicting Rubric (71.0K)
Assessment BLM 33 - Interpreting Data Rubric (69.0K)
Assessment BLM 34 - Questioning Rubric (70.0K)
Assessment BLM 35 - Measuring and Reporting Rubric (71.0K)
Assessment BLM 36 - Process Skills Rubric Template (78.0K)

Assessment Rubrics
Assessment BLM 37 - Concept Rubric (76.0K)
Assessment BLM 38 - Science Notebook Rubric (79.0K)
Assessment BLM 39 - Co-operative Groupwork Rubric (73.0K)
Assessment BLM 40 - Scientific Drawing Rubric (75.0K)
Assessment BLM 41 - Conduct an Investigation Rubric (81.0K)
Assessment BLM 42 - Design an investigation Rubric (139.0K)
Assessment BLM 43 - Scientific Research Planner Rubric (138.0K)
Assessment BLM 44 - Research Project Rubric (189.0K)
Assessment BLM 45 - Collecting Information Rubric (140.0K)
Assessment BLM 46 - Presentation Rubric (206.0K)
Assessment BLM 47 - Communication Rubric (78.0K)
Assessment BLM 48 - Using Tools, Equipment, and Materials Rubric (77.0K)

Unit Project Assessment Rubrics
Assessment BLM 49 - Unit 1 Inquiry Investigation Rubric (65.0K)
Assessment BLM 50 - Unit 1 Issue to Analyze Rubric (64.0K)
Assessment BLM 51 - Unit 2 Inquiry Investigation Rubric (65.0K)
Assessment BLM 52 - Unit 2 Issue to Analyze Rubric (64.0K)
Assessment BLM 53 - Unit 3 Inquiry Investigation Rubric (66.0K)
Assessment BLM 54 - Unit 3 Issue to Analyze Rubric (67.0K)
Assessment BLM 55 - Unit 4 Inquiry Investigation Rubric (66.0K)
Assessment BLM 56 - Unit 4 Issue to Analyze Rubric (62.0K)



Assessment BLMs in Word

Assessment Checklists
Assessment BLM 01 - Making Observations and Inferences Checklist (90.0K)
Assessment BLM 02 - Asking Questions Checklist (86.0K)
Assessment BLM 03 - Designing an Experiment Checklist (120.0K)
Assessment BLM 04 - Laboratory Report Checklist (108.0K)
Assessment BLM 05 - Investigating an Issue Checklist (93.0K)
Assessment BLM 06 - Developing Models Checklist (81.0K)
Assessment BLM 07 - Scientific Drawing Checklist (91.0K)
Assessment BLM 08 - Science Fair Display Checklist (101.0K)
Assessment BLM 09 - Oral Presentation Checklist (94.0K)
Assessment BLM 10 - Computer Slide Show Presentation (89.0K)
Assessment BLM 11 - Poster Checklist (88.0K)
Assessment BLM 12 - Classification System Checklist (96.0K)
Assessment BLM 13 - Concept Map Checklist (85.0K)
Assessment BLM 14 - Events Chain or Flowchart Checklist (94.0K)
Assessment BLM 15 - Venn Diagram Checklist (108.0K)
Assessment BLM 16 - Science Portfolio Checklist (94.0K)
Assessment BLM 17 - Science-Math Connect Checklist (84.0K)
Assessment BLM 18 - Data Table Checklist (82.0K)
Assessment BLM 19 - Graph from Data Checklist (83.0K)
Assessment BLM 20 - Assessment Record Form Checklist (122.0K)
Assessment BLM 21 - Project Self-Assessment Checklist (106.0K)
Assessment BLM 22 - Project Group Assessment Checklist (104.0K)
Assessment BLM 23 - Learning Skills Checklist (171.0K)
Assessment BLM 24 - K-W-L Assessment Checklist (81.0K)
Assessment BLM 25 - Safety Checklist (101.0K)

Assessment Process Skills Rubrics
Assessment BLM 26 - Developing Models Rubric (73.0K)
Assessment BLM 27 - Hypothesizing Rubric (100.0K)
Assessment BLM 28 - Controlling Variables Rubric (95.0K)
Assessment BLM 29 - Problem Solving Rubric (96.0K)
Assessment BLM 30 - Fair Testing Rubric (97.0K)
Assessment BLM 31 - Designing Experiments Rubric (81.0K)
Assessment BLM 32 - Predicting Rubric (93.0K)
Assessment BLM 33 - Interpreting Data Rubric (91.0K)
Assessment BLM 34 - Questioning Rubric (93.0K)
Assessment BLM 35 - Measuring and Reporting Rubric (95.0K)
Assessment BLM 36 - Process Skills Rubric Template (97.0K)

Assessment Rubrics
Assessment BLM 37 - Concept Rubric (80.0K)
Assessment BLM 38 - Science Notebook Rubric (88.0K)
Assessment BLM 38 - Co-operative Groupwork Rubric (88.0K)
Assessment BLM 39 - Co-operative Groupwork Rubric (84.0K)
Assessment BLM 40 - Scientific Drawing Rubric (101.0K)
Assessment BLM 41 - Conduct an Investigation Rubric (87.0K)
Assessment BLM 42 - Design an investigation Rubric (86.0K)
Assessment BLM 43 - Scientific Research Planner Rubric (88.0K)
Assessment BLM 44 - Research Project Rubric (94.0K)
Assessment BLM 45 - Collecting Information Rubric (95.0K)
Assessment BLM 46 - Presentation Rubric (122.0K)
Assessment BLM 47 - Communication Rubric (84.0K)
Assessment BLM 48 - Using Tools, Equipment, and Materials Rubric (82.0K)

Unit Project Assessment Rubrics
Assessment BLM 49 - Unit 1 Inquiry Investigation Rubric (79.0K)
Assessment BLM 50 - Unit 1 Issue to Analyze Rubric (77.0K)
Assessment BLM 51 - Unit 2 Inquiry Investigation Rubric (78.0K)
Assessment BLM 52 - Unit 2 Issue to Analyze Rubric (77.0K)
Assessment BLM 53 - Unit 3 Inquiry Investigation Rubric (77.0K)
Assessment BLM 54 - Unit 3 Issue to Analyze Rubric (79.0K)
Assessment BLM 55 - Unit 4 Inquiry Investigation Rubric (81.0K)
Assessment BLM 56 - Unit 4 Issue to Analyze Rubric (99.0K)

General BLMs


Teacher Resource only includes the generic and assessment BLMs. If you are looking for the chapter specific BLMs they are a separate component and must be purchased separately.

Blackline Masters Package 9780070318595


General BLMs in PDF

Safety Masters
General BLM 01 - Safety Contract (195.0K)
General BLM 02 - WHMIS Symbols (224.0K)

Science Toolkit Masters
General BLM 04 - Analyzing Issues - Science, Technology, Society, and the Environment (319.0K)
General BLM 05 - Scientific Inquiry Organizer (130.0K)
General BLM 06 - Technological Problem-Solving (135.0K)
General BLM 07 - Technology Innovation Worksheet (94.0K)
General BLM 08 - Estimating and Measuring (158.0K)
General BLM 09 - Precision and Accuracy (86.0K)
General BLM 10 - Variables in Science (89.0K)
General BLM 11 - Scientific Drawings (83.0K)
General BLM 12 - Creating Data Tables (261.0K)
General BLM 13 - Data Tables (166.0K)
General BLM 14 - Using a Microscope (129.0K)
General BLM 15 - Science Equipment (111.0K)
General BLM 16 - Using a Balance (177.0K)
General BLM 17 - Using Models and Analogies in Science (157.0K)
General BLM 18 - How to Do a Research-Based Project (353.0K)
General BLM 19 - Scientific Research Planner (169.0K)
General BLM 20 - Research Worksheet (81.0K)
General BLM 21 - Internet Research Tips (81.0K)
General BLM 22 - Internet Research Worksheet (A) (80.0K)
General BLM 23 - Internet Research Worksheet (B) (72.0K)
General BLM 24 - Problem Solving Using GRASP (215.0K)
General BLM 25 - Group Roles (82.0K)
General BLM 26 - Debating Proceduress (148.0K)
General BLM 27 - Debate Organizer (209.0K)
General BLM 28 - Making Decisions Flowchart (204.0K)
General BLM 29 - Testing Scientific Ideas (128.0K)
General BLM 30 - Developing a Hypothesis (161.0K)
General BLM 31 - How Is an Experiment Like Baking Cookies? (83.0K)
General BLM 32 - Experiment Checklist (76.0K)
General BLM 33 - Experimental Design Worksheet (230.0K)
General BLM 34 - Reading and Interpreting Line Graphs (99.0K)
General BLM 35 - Constructing Line Graphs (212.0K)
General BLM 36 - Observation Skills (156.0K)

Math Toolkit Masters
General BLM 37 - Organizing and Communicating Scientific Results with Graphs (717.0K)
General BLM 38 - The Metric System and Scientific Notation (702.0K)
General BLM 39 - Significant Digits and Rounding (191.0K)

Study Toolkit Masters
General BLM 40 - Word Study (73.0K)
General BLM 41 - Cause-and-Effect Map (98.0K)
General BLM 42 - Concept Map (98.0K)
General BLM 43 - Flowchart (75.0K)
General BLM 44 - Main Idea Web (110.0K)
General BLM 45 - Spider Map (79.0K)
General BLM 46 - T-chart (60.0K)
General BLM 47 - Venn Diagram (105.0K)
General BLM 48 - K-W-L Chart (66.0K)

Connect to the Big Ideas Answers
General BLM 49 - Unit 1 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (204.0K)
General BLM 50 - Unit 2 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (164.0K)
General BLM 51 - Unit 3 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (304.0K)
General BLM 52 - Unit 4 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (197.0K)



General BLMs in Word

Safety Masters
General BLM 01 - Safety Contract (94.0K)
General BLM 02 - WHMIS Symbols (138.0K)

Science Toolkit Masters
General BLM 04 - Analyzing Issues - Science, Technology, Society, and the Environment (104.0K)
General BLM 05 - Scientific Inquiry Organizer (128.0K)
General BLM 06 - Technological Problem-Solving (128.0K)
General BLM 07 - Technology Innovation Worksheet (82.0K)
General BLM 08 - Estimating and Measuring (88.0K)
General BLM 09 - Precision and Accuracy (106.0K)
General BLM 10 - Variables in Science (114.0K)
General BLM 11 - Scientific Drawings (93.0K)
General BLM 12 - Creating Data Tables (103.0K)
General BLM 13 - Data Tables (144.0K)
General BLM 14 - Using a Microscope (177.0K)
General BLM 15 - Science Equipment (114.0K)
General BLM 16 - Using a Balance (926.0K)
General BLM 17 - Using Models and Analogies in Science (87.0K)
General BLM 18 - How to Do a Research-Based Project (128.0K)
General BLM 19 - Scientific Research Planner (88.0K)
General BLM 20 - Research Worksheet (102.0K)
General BLM 21 - Internet Research Tips (87.0K)
General BLM 22 - Internet Research Worksheet (A) (101.0K)
General BLM 23 - Internet Research Worksheet (B) (100.0K)
General BLM 24 - Problem Solving Using GRASP (91.0K)
General BLM 25 - Group Roles (91.0K)
General BLM 26 - Debating Proceduress (95.0K)
General BLM 27 - Debate Organizer (112.0K)
General BLM 28 - Making Decisions Flowchart (139.0K)
General BLM 29 - Testing Scientific Ideas (126.0K)
General BLM 30 - Developing a Hypothesis (87.0K)
General BLM 31 - How Is an Experiment Like Baking Cookies? (111.0K)
General BLM 32 - Experiment Checklist (106.0K)
General BLM 33 - Experimental Design Worksheet (93.0K)
General BLM 34 - Reading and Interpreting Line Graphs (88.0K)
General BLM 35 - Constructing Line Graphs (123.0K)
General BLM 36 - Observation Skills (115.0K)

Math Toolkit Masters
General BLM 37 - Organizing and Communicating Scientific Results with Graphs (1192.0K)
General BLM 38 - The Metric System and Scientific Notation (382.0K)
General BLM 39 - Significant Digits and Rounding (92.0K)

Study Toolkit Masters
General BLM 40 - Word Study (96.0K)
General BLM 41 - Cause-and-Effect Map (103.0K)
General BLM 42 - Concept Map (109.0K)
General BLM 43 - Flowchart (88.0K)
General BLM 44 - Main Idea Web (115.0K)
General BLM 45 - Spider Map (85.0K)
General BLM 46 - T-chart (83.0K)
General BLM 47 - Venn Diagram (108.0K)
General BLM 48 - K-W-L Chart (88.0K)

Connect to the Big Ideas Answers
General BLM 49 - Unit 1 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (353.0K)
General BLM 50 - Unit 2 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (266.0K)
General BLM 51 - Unit 3 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (548.0K)
General BLM 52 - Unit 4 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (337.0K)

Guide to Reviewing


ON Science 10 Guide to Reviewing (341.0K)


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Teacher's Resource

Table of Contents (364.0K)
Introducing the ON Science 10 Program (4861.0K)
References and Resources (1911.0K)
Assessment (1293.0K)
Using the Science and Math Skills Toolkit (1546.0K)


Unit 1 Tissues, Organs, and Systems of Living Things

Unit 1 Opener (1121.0K)


Chapter 1 Cells and More Cells
Chapter 1 Opener (517.0K)
Section 1.1 Studying the Structure of Cells (961.0K)
Section 1.2 Genes: Answers and Questions (979.0K)
Section 1.3 Cells from Cells (1694.0K)
Section 1.4 The Cell Cycle (1046.0K)
Chapter 1 Review Answers (297.0K)


Chapter 2 Plants: From Cells to Systems
Chapter 2 Opener (523.0K)
Section 2.1 Plant Cells, Tissues, and Organs (1001.0K)
Section 2.2 Plant Organ Systems (1079.0K)
Chapter 2 Review Answers (287.0K)


Chapter 3 Animals: From Cells to Systems
Chapter 3 Opener (526.0K)
Section 3.1 Cells and Tissues (993.0K)
Section 3.2 Organs and Systems (1025.0K)
Section 3.3 Maintaining Healthy Systems (1006.0K)
Chapter 3 Review Answers (285.0K)

Unit 1 Projects (792.0K)
Unit 1 Review Answers (568.0K)



Unit 2 Chemical Reactions

Unit 2 Opener (1038.0K)


Chapter 4 Developing Chemical Equations
Chapter 4 Opener (517.0K)
Section 4.1 Representing Ionic Compounds (1006.0K)
Section 4.2 Representing Molecular Compound (966.0K)
Section 4.3 Conservation of Mass and Chemical Equations (1133.0K)
Chapter 4 Review Answers (318.0K)


Chapter 5 Classifying Chemical Reactions
Chapter 5 Opener (515.0K)
Section 5.1 Synthesis and Decomposition Reactions (905.0K)
Section 5.2 Displacement Reactions (949.0K)
Section 5.3 Reactions and Environmental Issues (1159.0K)
Chapter 5 Review Answers (419.0K)


Chapter 6 Acids and Bases
Chapter 6 Opener (765.0K)
Section 6.1 Identifying Acids and Bases (948.0K)
Section 6.2 The pH Scale and Indicators (508.0K)
Section 6.3 Reactions of Acids and Bases (910.0K)
Chapter 6 Review Answers (562.0K)

Unit 2 Projects (771.0K)
Unit 2 Review Answers (856.0K)



Unit 3 Climate Change

Unit 3 Opener (828.0K)


Chapter 7 Earth’s Climate System
Chapter 7 Opener (765.0K)
Section 7.1 Factors That Affect Climate Change (990.0K)
Section 7.2 Describing Climates (992.0K)
Section 7.3 Indicators and Effects of Climate Change (998.0K)
Chapter 7 Review Answers (297.0K)


Chapter 8 Dynamics of Climate Change
Chapter 8 Opener (774.0K)
Section 8.1 Energy Transfer in the Climate System (739.0K)
Section 8.2 Greenhouse Gases and Human Activities (995.0K)
Section 8.3 Cycling of Matter and the Climate System (1043.0K)
Chapter 8 Review Answers (291.0K)


Chapter 9 Addressing Climate Change
Chapter 9 Opener (528.0K)
Section 9.1 Discovering Past Climates (986.0K)
Section 9.2 Monitoring and Modelling Climate Change (991.0K)
Section 9.3 Taking Action (779.0K)
Chapter 9 Review Answers (288.0K)

Unit 3 Projects (523.0K)
Unit 3 Review Answers (936.0K)



Unit 4 Light and Geometric Optics

Unit 4 Opener (1064.0K)


Chapter 10 Light and Reflection
Chapter 10 Opener (328.0K)
Section 10.1 Sources and Nature of Light (958.0K)
Section 10.2 Properties of Light and Reflection (1075.0K)
Section 10.3 Images in Concave Mirrors (983.0K)
Section 10.4 Images in Convex Mirrors (973.0K)
Chapter 10 Review Answers (701.0K)


Chapter 11 Refraction
Chapter 11 Opener (773.0K)
Section 11.1 Refraction of Light (772.0K)
Section 11.2 Partial Refraction and Total Internal Reflection (1005.0K)
Section 11.3 Optical Phenomena in Nature (1030.0K)
Chapter 11 Review Answers (1858.0K)


Chapter 12 Lenses and Lens Technologies
Chapter 12 Opener (316.0K)
Section 12.1 Characteristics of Lenses (976.0K)
Section 12.2 Images Formed by Lenses (983.0K)
Section 12.3 Lens Technologies and the Human Eye (1051.0K)
Chapter 12 Review Answers (309.0K)

Unit 4 Projects (517.0K)
Unit 4 Review Answers (517.0K)

Student Edition

ON Science 10

Front Matter (192.0K)
Table Of Contents (509.0K)
Exploring ON Science 10 (3413.0K)

Unit 01 Tissues, Organs, and Systems of Living Things (704.0K)

Chapter 01 Cells and More Cells (1226.0K)
1.1 Studying the Structure of Cells (2482.0K)
1.2 Genes: Answers and Questions (2015.0K)
1.3 Cells from Cells (3267.0K)
1.4 The Cell Cycle (1166.0K)
Chapter 01 Review (665.0K)
Chapter 01 Task (307.0K)

Chapter 02 Plants: From Cells to Systems (2546.0K)
2.1 Plant Cells, Tissues, and Organs (7493.0K)
2.2 Plant Organ Systems (977.0K)
Chapter 02 Review (495.0K)
Chapter 02 Task (147.0K)

Chapter 03 Animals: From Cells to Systems (3236.0K)
3.1 Cells and Tissues (1281.0K)
3.2 Organs and Systems (1757.0K)
3.3 Maintaining Healthy Systems (942.0K)
Chapter 03 Review (1027.0K)
Chapter 03 Task (254.0K)

Unit 02 Chemical Reactions (870.0K)

Chapter 04 Developing Chemical Equations (1233.0K)
4.1 Representing Ionic Compounds (3617.0K)
4.2 Representing Molecular Compounds (594.0K)
4.3 Conservation of Mass and Chemical Equations (872.0K)
Chapter 04 Review (156.0K)
Chapter 04 Task (178.0K)

Chapter 05 Classifying Chemical Reactions (1183.0K)
5.1 Synthesis and Decomposition Reactions (1018.0K)
5.2 Displacement Reactions (687.0K)
5.3 Reactions and Environmental Issues (887.0K)
Chapter 05 Review (155.0K)
Chapter 05 Task (265.0K)

Chapter 06 Acids and Bases (1221.0K)
6.1 Identifying Acids and Bases (932.0K)
6.2 The pH Scale and Indicators (668.0K)
6.3 Reactions of Acids and Bases (1395.0K)
Chapter 06 Review (328.0K)
Chapter 06 Task (234.0K)

Unit 02 Review (637.0K)

Unit 03 Climate Change (353.0K)

Chapter 07 Earth's Climate System (1245.0K)
7.1 Factors That Affect Climate Change (2608.0K)
7.2 Describing Climates (5239.0K)
7.3 Indicators and Effects of Climate Change (3008.0K)
Chapter 07 Review (234.0K)
Chapter 07 Task (436.0K)

Chapter 08 Dynamics of Climate Change (1254.0K)
8.1 Energy Transfer in the Climate System (2487.0K)
8.2 Greenhouse Gases and Human Activities (559.0K)
8.3 Cycling of Matter and the Climate System (4579.0K)
Chapter 08 Review (406.0K)
Chapter 08 Task (121.0K)

Chapter 09 Addressing Climate Change (4051.0K)
9.1 Discovering Past Climates (1479.0K)
9.2 Monitoring and Modelling Climate Change (4002.0K)
9.3 Taking Action to Slow Climate Change (2719.0K)
Chapter 09 Review (187.0K)
Chapter 09 Task (153.0K)

Unit 03 Review (1525.0K)

Unit 04 Light and Geometric Optics (531.0K)

Chapter 10 Light and Reflection (1300.0K)
10.1 Sources and Nature of Light (989.0K)
10.2 Properties of Light and Reflection (664.0K)
10.3 Images in Concave Mirrors (1028.0K)
10.4 Images in Convex Mirrors (623.0K)
Chapter 10 Review (573.0K)
Chapter 10 Task (238.0K)

Chapter 11 Refraction (1213.0K)
11.1 Refraction of Light (1052.0K)
11.2 Partial Refraction and Total Internal Reflection (1751.0K)
11.3 Optical Phenomena in Nature (984.0K)
Chapter 11 Review (295.0K)
Chapter 11 Task (477.0K)

Chapter 12 Lenses and Lens Technologies (1150.0K)
12.1 Characteristics of Lenses (597.0K)
12.2 Images Formed by Lenses (507.0K)
12.3 Lens Technologies and the Human Eye (2700.0K)
Chapter 12 Review (487.0K)
Chapter 12 Task (797.0K)

Unit 04 Review (2456.0K)

Guide to the Toolkits and Appendices (3829.0K)
Glossary (109.0K)
Index (115.0K)
Credits (59.0K)

Teacher Web Links


Chapter 1

DNA Interactive: Discovering the DNA Structure and beyond


http://www.dnai.org/
Genetics information from the Dolan DNA Learning Center (DNALC), the world's first science centre devoted entirely to genetics education.
( http://www.dnai.org/ )
Huntington’s disease Information Page: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/huntington/huntington.htm
Information on Huntington’s disease from the National Institute of neurological disorders and stroke.
( http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/huntington/huntington.htm )
ALS Society of Canada

http://als.ca/
Information on neurodegenerative diseases including Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
( http://als.ca/ )
Nancy S. Wexler – The Franklin Institute Awards – Laureate Database

http://www.fi.edu/winners/2007/wexler_nancy.faw?winner_id=4408
Biographical Information of Nancy S. Wexler, Ph.D. recognizing her role in the discovery of the gene responsible for Huntington's disease.
( http://www.fi.edu/winners/2007/wexler_nancy.faw?winner_id=4408 )
Breast Cancer Symptoms and Diagnosis

http://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/
Symptoms and diagnosis of breast cancer including breast self-exam.
( http://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/ )
National Cancer Institute – Comprehensive Cancer Information

http://www.cancer.gov/
U.S. National Cancer Institute information on types of cancer, treatment, prevention, and research.
( http://www.cancer.gov/ )
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

http://www.cdc.gov/
Health and safety information, publications, statistics, tools and resources.
( http://www.cdc.gov/ )
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care

http://www.health.gov.on.ca/
Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term care, programs, services, forms, bulletins and news releases.
( http://www.health.gov.on.ca/ )
Health Canada

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/index-eng.php
Federal information includes consumer safety, environmental and workplace health, healthy living, drugs, and the Canadian health care system.
( http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/index-eng.php )
Chapter 2

Plant Hormones: they are not just for horticulture anymore


http://www.topcropmanager.com/content/view/4162/
Canadian information on crop production and technology.
( http://www.topcropmanager.com/content/view/4162/ )
Growth and Plant Hormones – Biology Online

http://www.biology-online.org/11/10_growth_and_plant_hormones.htm
Biology related information run by enthusiasts from around the world.
( http://www.biology-online.org/11/10_growth_and_plant_hormones.htm )
Avoid Misconceptions When Teaching About Plants (ActionBioscience)

http://www.actionbioscience.org/education/hershey.html
Articles by scientists, science educators, and science students on issues related to seven bioscience challenges: environment, biodiversity, genomics, biotechnology, evolution, new frontiers in science, and bioscience education.
( http://www.actionbioscience.org/education/hershey.html )
Trees Ontario

http://www.treesontario.ca/
A web site dedicated to enhance the health and integrity of the environment through tree planting and sustainable management of Ontario’s forests.
( http://www.treesontario.ca/ )
Chapter 3

University of Maryland Medical Center


http://www.umm.edu/ency/article/002398.htm
Medical reference information, including an overview of fetal development.
( http://www.umm.edu/ency/article/002398.htm )
AboutKidsHealth: Pregnancy and Babies: Fetal Development

http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/Pregnancy/Fetal-Development.aspx?articleID=6701&categoryID=...
Information from The Hospital for Sick Children, including fetal development.
( http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/Pregnancy/Fetal-Development.aspx?articleID=6701&categoryID=... )
Fetal Development Pictures Slideshow: Photos Month-by-Month

http://www.webmd.com/baby/slideshow-fetal-development
Medical news, features, reference material, including information on fetal development.
( http://www.webmd.com/baby/slideshow-fetal-development )
Fetal Development: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002398.htm
Information from the U.S. National Library of Medicine, the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other government agencies and health-related organizations.
( http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002398.htm )
Howstuffworks “Embryonic and Fetal Development”

http://health.howstuffworks.com/adam-200129.htm/printable
Explanations and information on a variety of topics, including fetal development.
( http://health.howstuffworks.com/adam-200129.htm/printable )
Endoscopy and Colonoscopy Patients Education Videos

http://www.cag-acg.org/news/guidelines/education_videos.aspx
Canadian Association of Gastroenterology information on the organs of the digestive tract.
( http://www.cag-acg.org/news/guidelines/education_videos.aspx )
The Gastrointestinal Atlas

http://www.gastrointestinalatlas.com/English/english.html
Information in text, audio, still pictures or video images on the gastrointestinal system.
( http://www.gastrointestinalatlas.com/English/english.html )
Video: Endoscopy

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/endoscopy/MM00011
Health information from the Mayo Clinic, including video of an endoscopic procedure.
( http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/endoscopy/MM00011 )
Welcome to Froguts! Virtual Dissection and Labs

http://www.froguts.com/flash_content/index.html
Educational modules on biology topics, including frog dissection, available via subscription.
( http://www.froguts.com/flash_content/index.html )
The digital Frog 2.5 | Virtual frog dissection, anatomy and ecology software

http://www.digitalfrog.com/products/frog.html
Educational natural science software online store.
( http://www.digitalfrog.com/products/frog.html )
Net Frog 2002: On line dissection Index

http://frog.edschool.virginia.edu/Frog2/
Online step-by-step guide to frog dissection with video and narration.
( http://frog.edschool.virginia.edu/Frog2/ )
Chapter 4

YouTube – Combustible gases in balloons


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UoFNdp0UYg
Video showing explosion (ignition) of hydrogen and oxygen.
( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UoFNdp0UYg )
YouTube – Brainiac Alkali Metals

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m55kgyApYrY
Video showing expolsive reactions caused by mixed alkaline metals with water.
( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m55kgyApYrY )
Conservation of Mass

http://thirstforscience.com/chemdemo4.aspx
Science demonstrations, how-to videos, and home experiments.
( http://thirstforscience.com/chemdemo4.aspx )
HowStuffWorks “How does a rebreather work?”

http://science.howstuffworks.com/question632.htm
Explanations and information on a variety of topics, including how a rebreather works.
( http://science.howstuffworks.com/question632.htm )
Chapter 5

YouTube – Hindenburg Explodes! Scores Dead – Special Rellease 1937/05/10


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8V5KXgFLia4
Video from Universal Newsreels showing Hindenburg dirigible exploding.
( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8V5KXgFLia4 )
Chapter 6

Environment Canada – Pollution and Waste – Acid Rain


http://www.ec.gc.ca/default.asp?lang=En&n=C47B0317-1
Environment Canada site, including information on acid rain.
( http://www.ec.gc.ca/default.asp?lang=En&n=C47B0317-1 )
Chapter 7

Ontario Land Cover (OLC)


http://www.geoconnections.org/projects/geoinnovations/1999/spectranalysis/Spectranalysis....
Information page defining the National Scale Ontario Land Cover with an overview of Ontario’s vegetation and land surface.
( http://www.geoconnections.org/projects/geoinnovations/1999/spectranalysis/Spectranalysis.... )
Chapter 11

News Steps Toward a Real Invisibility Cloak


http://www.popsci.com/scitech/article/2009-05/new-steps-towards-real-invisibility-cloak
Popular Science articles and news, including an article on a potential invisibility cloak.
( http://www.popsci.com/scitech/article/2009-05/new-steps-towards-real-invisibility-cloak )
Invisibility-Cloak Materials Bend Light “Backward”

http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2008/08/080812-invisibility-cloak.html
National Geographic articles and news, including an article on a potential invisibility cloak.
( http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2008/08/080812-invisibility-cloak.html )
Ontario Centres of Excellence

http://www.oce-ontario.org/Pages/COEPhotonics.aspx?COE=PH
Information and support for the creation of new photonics knowledge and technology
( http://www.oce-ontario.org/Pages/COEPhotonics.aspx?COE=PH )
Canadian Photonics Consortium

http://www.photonics.ca/
A national organization that represents companies and research institutions active in the fields of optics and photonics.
( http://www.photonics.ca/ )
Ontario Photonics Consortium

http://opc.mcmaster.ca/
Information on the exploration, development, and engineering related to new photonics initiatives.
( http://opc.mcmaster.ca/ )
Ontario Photonics Industry Network

http://www.ontariophotonics.com/
An industry-led association of professionals, companies and institutions interested in photonics.
( http://www.ontariophotonics.com/ )

Student Web Links


Unit 1

Chapter 1


Page 13: Cell organelles
Exploratorium: Traits of Life: Exhibits: Cell Explorer

http://www.exploratorium.edu/traits/cell_explorer.html
This interactive diagram of an animal cell will help you remember the functions of each organelle.
( http://www.exploratorium.edu/traits/cell_explorer.html )
Page 13: Animal and plant cell organelles
Cell Models: An Interactive Animation

http://www.cellsalive.com/cells/cell_model.htm
Review organelles by clicking on the interactive diagrams of plant cells and animal cells.
( http://www.cellsalive.com/cells/cell_model.htm )
Page 22: Altering genes
The GEEE! in Genome

http://nature.ca/genome
Click on “Using Genomics” to learn about genetically modified organisms, or answer poll questions about the ethical and societal implications of altering genes.
( http://nature.ca/genome )
Page 24: Cloning
The Regulation of Genetically Modified Foods

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/sr-sr/pubs/biotech/reg_gen_mod-eng.php
Check out how new foods, including GMOs, get approved for use in Canada.
( http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/sr-sr/pubs/biotech/reg_gen_mod-eng.php )
Page 36: Stages of mitosis
mitosis = cell division

http://www.johnkyrk.com/mitosis.html
Watch an animation of mitosis in animal cells.
( http://www.johnkyrk.com/mitosis.html )
Page 41: The cell cycle
The Control of the Cell Cycle

http://nobelprize.org/educational_games/medicine/2001/index.html
This game will help you understand the checkpoints in the cell cycle. G1 refers to the growth and preparation stage. S refers to the DNA replication stage. G2 refers to the continued growth and preparation stage. M refers to mitosis.
( http://nobelprize.org/educational_games/medicine/2001/index.html )
Page 41: The cell cycle
Cancer – Activity 2 – Cell Cycle Animations

http://science.education.nih.gov/supplements/nih1/cancer/activities/activity2_animations....
Watch Animation 2 for a review of the cell division and its checkpoints. G1 refers to the growth and preparation stage. S refers to the DNA replication stage. G2 refers to the continued growth and preparation stage. M refers to mitosis.
( http://science.education.nih.gov/supplements/nih1/cancer/activities/activity2_animations.... )
Page 42: Cell death
Cell Death

http://www.whfreeman.com/kuby/content/anm/kb04an01.htm
This animation shows the processes of necrosis (cell death caused by physical damage) and apoptosis (genetically-programmed cell death). This is a very high-level explanation of these processes.
( http://www.whfreeman.com/kuby/content/anm/kb04an01.htm )
Page 43: Looking at cancer
NOVA Online | Cancer Warrior | How Cancer Grows

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/cancer/grow_flash.html
View these slides to see how cancer cells grow.
( http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/cancer/grow_flash.html )
Page 43: Looking at cancer
Cancer – Activity 2 – Cell Cycle Animations

http://science.education.nih.gov/supplements/nih1/cancer/activities/activity2_animations....
Learn more about cancer and the cell cycle
( http://science.education.nih.gov/supplements/nih1/cancer/activities/activity2_animations.... )
Chapter 2

Page 66: Plants under attack
Plant Disease

http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0006329
Read this Canadian Encyclopedia entry to learn more about plant disease.
( http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0006329 )
Page 68: Ripening of fruits
Ethylene

http://www.plant-hormones.info/ethylene.htm
Learn more about the plant hormone ethylene and how it is involved in various plant processes.
( http://www.plant-hormones.info/ethylene.htm )
Chapter 3

Page 91: Medical use of stem cells
Canadian Medical Hall of Fame: Laureates

http://www.cdnmedhall.org/laureates/?laur_id=61
Read about Canadian researcher Dr. Ernest McCulloch, who, with Dr. James Edgar Till, made an important discovery about stem cells.
( http://www.cdnmedhall.org/laureates/?laur_id=61 )
Page 106: Anatomical arrangements
Net Frog Dissection: Set-Up 1: Materials

http://frog.edschool.virginia.edu/Frog2/Dissection/Setup/setup1.html
View a frog dissection before performing one yourself.
( http://frog.edschool.virginia.edu/Frog2/Dissection/Setup/setup1.html )
Page 112: SARS
Sheela Basrur Centre: A Celebration of Excellence

http://sheelabasrurcentre.ca/
Read about Dr. Sheela Basrur, who was Ontario’s chief medical officer in 2003, when the SARS outbreak occurred.
( http://sheelabasrurcentre.ca/ )



Page 125: Science at Work
What Are Essential Skills?

http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/what_are_essential_skills.sht...
Information can be found about the essential skills and their applications here at the Human Resources and Skills Development Canada site.
( http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/what_are_essential_skills.sht... )
Unit 2

Chapter 4


Page 160: Conservation of mass in chemical changes
Conservation of Mass

http://thirstforscience.com/chemdemo4.aspx
Watch a video demonstration on the conservation of mass in chemical changes.
( http://thirstforscience.com/chemdemo4.aspx )
Chapter 5

Page 186: Decomposition reactions
CCA! Sample Movie: Nitrogen Triiodide Detonation

http://jchemed.chem.wisc.edu/JCESoft/CCA/CCA0/MOVIES/NI3IOD.html
Watch a video demonstration of a decomposition reaction.
( http://jchemed.chem.wisc.edu/JCESoft/CCA/CCA0/MOVIES/NI3IOD.html )
Page 186: Decomposition reactions
Electrolysis of water

http://jchemed.chem.wisc.edu/JCESoft/CCA/CCA1/R1MAIN/CD1R1480.HTM#1480
Watch some videos and animations of the electrolysis of water.
( http://jchemed.chem.wisc.edu/JCESoft/CCA/CCA1/R1MAIN/CD1R1480.HTM#1480 )
Page 203: Pool chemistry
OSH Answers: Swimming Pool Chemicals

http://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/chemicals/swimming.html
Read some questions and answers from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety on swimming pool chemicals.
( http://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/chemicals/swimming.html )
Page 205: Chlorine
OSH Answers: 1-Basic Information on Chlorine

http://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/chemicals/chem_profiles/chlorine/basic_chlorine.html
Explore safety considerations about chlorine on this Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety site.
( http://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/chemicals/chem_profiles/chlorine/basic_chlorine.html )
Page 205: Chlorine
CDC | Facts About Chlorine

http://www.bt.cdc.gov/agent/chlorine/basics/facts.asp
Learn more about chlorine on this Centers for Disease Control and Prevention site
( http://www.bt.cdc.gov/agent/chlorine/basics/facts.asp )
Chapter 6

Page 226: Uses of sodium hydroxide
YouTube – How to make Lye Soap: Soap Making Ingredients for Making Homemade Lye Soap

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_G7J68zXLk
Watch a video demonstration of making lye (sodium hydroxide) soap.
( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_G7J68zXLk )
Page 233: pH indicators
Acid-Base Indicators

http://antoine.frostburg.edu/chem/senese/101/acidbase/indicators.shtml
Discover just how many different kinds of pH indicators exist.
( http://antoine.frostburg.edu/chem/senese/101/acidbase/indicators.shtml )
Page 241: Acid precipitation in Canada
The Green Lane: Acid Rain

http://www.ec.gc.ca/acidrain/
Find out more about acid rain on this Environment Canada site.
( http://www.ec.gc.ca/acidrain/ )



Page 255: Science at Work
What Are Essential Skills?

http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/what_are_essential_skills.sht...
Information can be found about the essential skills and their applications here at the Human Resources and Skills Development Canada site.
( http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/what_are_essential_skills.sht... )
Unit 3

Chapter 7


Page 272: Seasonal changes
Observe seasonal changes in the amount of sunlight reaching locations on Earth.

http://www.classzone.com/books/earth_science/terc/content/visualizations/es1704/es1704pag...
Watch this animation to see how a satellite view of Earth changes over the course of a year.
( http://www.classzone.com/books/earth_science/terc/content/visualizations/es1704/es1704pag... )
Page 272: Seasonal changes
Earth-Sun Relations

http://esminfo.prenhall.com/science/geoanimations/animations/01_EarthSun_E2.html
Observe the position of Earth in relation to the Sun over the course of a year.
( http://esminfo.prenhall.com/science/geoanimations/animations/01_EarthSun_E2.html )
Page 272: Seasonal changes
Space Sciences

http://www.onr.navy.mil/Focus/spacesciences/observingsky/motion4.htm
This is another view of Earth’s movement around the Sun.
( http://www.onr.navy.mil/Focus/spacesciences/observingsky/motion4.htm )
Page 274: Relationship between winds and ocean currents
Examine global surface currents.

http://www.classzone.com/books/earth_science/terc/content/visualizations/es2401/es2401pag...
This interactive diagram illustrates global winds and ocean currents.
( http://www.classzone.com/books/earth_science/terc/content/visualizations/es2401/es2401pag... )
Page 282: The Köppen climate classification system
World Climates

http://www.blueplanetbiomes.org/climate.htm
Learn more about the five major climate zones and how they are classified.
( http://www.blueplanetbiomes.org/climate.htm )
Page 282: The Köppen climate classification system
Koppen’s classification map

http://www.marathon.uwc.edu/geography/100/koppen_web/koppen_map.htm
This interactive map allows you to view graphs of annual temperature and precipitation at different locations.
( http://www.marathon.uwc.edu/geography/100/koppen_web/koppen_map.htm )
Page 282: The Köppen climate classification system
Köppen classification

http://www.meteorologyclimate.com/koppenclassification.htm
This site gives a simple summary of Köppen’s classification system.
( http://www.meteorologyclimate.com/koppenclassification.htm )
Page 282: The Köppen climate classification system
Koppen-Geiger World Climate Classification Map

http://www.scribd.com/doc/2164459/KoppenGeiger-World-Climate-Classification-Map
Wladimir Köppen collaborated with German climatologist Rudolf Geiger to modify the Köppen classification system. This map illustrates the updated system.
( http://www.scribd.com/doc/2164459/KoppenGeiger-World-Climate-Classification-Map )
Page 286: Climate zones and biomes in Canada
Bio-climate Profiles

http://www.cics.uvic.ca/scenarios/bcp/select.cgi?&sn=79
View Canadian bioclimate profiles for different locations and time periods.
( http://www.cics.uvic.ca/scenarios/bcp/select.cgi?&sn=79 )
Page 286: Climate zones and biomes in Canada
Canada’s Ecozones and Ecoregions

http://www.ec.gc.ca/soer-ree/English/Framework/Nardesc/canada_e.cfm
Click on this interactive map to see the ecozones and ecoregions of Canada.
( http://www.ec.gc.ca/soer-ree/English/Framework/Nardesc/canada_e.cfm )
Page 291: Impacts of melting ice
Polar Bears International – Student Journals

http://polarbearsinternational.org/student-journals/hawling/
Read the blog of Emily Hawling, a Toronto Zoo volunteer who became a student ambassador with Polar Bears International.
( http://polarbearsinternational.org/student-journals/hawling/ )
Chapter 8

Page 311: Earth’s climate system
NASA Earth Observatory: Home

http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/
View global maps of sea surface temperature, net radiation, and snow cover, among others, and read news, feature articles, and blogs about studying Earth’s complex systems.
( http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/ )
Page 320: Earth’s energy budget
Earth’s Radiation Budget Facts

http://eosweb.larc.nasa.gov/EDDOCS/radiation_facts.html
Learn more about Earth’s radiation (energy) budget from NASA’s Atmospheric Science Data Center.
( http://eosweb.larc.nasa.gov/EDDOCS/radiation_facts.html )
Page 330: Greenhouse gases and global warming
David Suzuki Foundation: Climate Change: Greenhouse Gases

http://www.davidsuzuki.org/Climate_Change/Science/Greenhouse_Gases.asp
Read about the balance of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, and how human activity can upset this balance.
( http://www.davidsuzuki.org/Climate_Change/Science/Greenhouse_Gases.asp )
Chapter 9

Page 374: Carbon footprints and offsets
Ministry of the Environment – Add It Up

http://www.additupontario.ca/
Calculate your carbon footprint and find out how you make smart choices to reduce your footprint.
( http://www.additupontario.ca/ )



Page 389: Science at Work
What Are Essential Skills?

http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/what_are_essential_skills.sht...
Information can be found about the essential skills and their applications here at the Human Resources and Skills Development Canada site.
( http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/what_are_essential_skills.sht... )
Unit 4

Chapter 10


Page 417: Reflection and stealth technology
Stealth Aircraft

http://www.centennialofflight.gov/essay/Evolution_of_Technology/Stealth_aircraft/Tech31.h...
See the evolution of stealth technology on this U.S. Centennial of Flight Commission site.
( http://www.centennialofflight.gov/essay/Evolution_of_Technology/Stealth_aircraft/Tech31.h... )
Page 417: Reflection and stealth technology
F-117A Nighthawk Stealth Fighter Attack Aircraft – Air Force Technology

http://www.airforce-technology.com/projects/f117/
Read about stealth technology in action.
( http://www.airforce-technology.com/projects/f117/ )
Page 421: Ray diagrams for curved mirrors
Ray Diagrams – Concave Mirrors

http://www.physicsclassroom.com/Class/refln/u13l3d.cfm
Review the instructions for drawing ray diagrams for a concave mirror.
( http://www.physicsclassroom.com/Class/refln/u13l3d.cfm )
Page 421: Ray diagrams for curved mirrors
Ray Diagrams for Concave Mirrors – Case A

http://www.physicsclassroom.com/mmedia/optics/rdcma.cfm
View an animated ray diagram for a concave mirror.
( http://www.physicsclassroom.com/mmedia/optics/rdcma.cfm )
Page 421: Ray diagrams for curved mirrors
Concave Mirror

http://www.wainet.ne.jp/~yuasa/flash/EngConcave_mirror.swf
View an animation of a ray diagram for a concave mirror, with the object between the mirror and the focal point.
( http://www.wainet.ne.jp/~yuasa/flash/EngConcave_mirror.swf )
Page 421: Ray diagrams for curved mirrors
Convex Mirror

http://www.wainet.ne.jp/~yuasa/flash/EngConvex_mirror.swf
View an animation of a ray diagram for a convex mirror.
( http://www.wainet.ne.jp/~yuasa/flash/EngConvex_mirror.swf )
Page 421: Ray diagrams for curved mirrors
Image Formation by a Diverging Mirror

http://dev.physicslab.org/asp/applets/javaphysmath/java/dmirr/default.asp
Use this applet to see how images in a convex mirror change when the object is moved.
( http://dev.physicslab.org/asp/applets/javaphysmath/java/dmirr/default.asp )
Chapter 11

Page 454: Refraction index
Refraction of Light Demonstration Applet

http://www.physics.uoguelph.ca/applets/Intro_physics/refraction/LightRefract.html
This applet allows you to see how the refraction of light changes when you change the index of refraction and other factors.
( http://www.physics.uoguelph.ca/applets/Intro_physics/refraction/LightRefract.html )
Page 454: Refraction index
Refraction – Snell’s Law

http://interactagram.com/physics/optics/refraction/
See a list of refractive indices for different media and use a refraction simulator to see how the beam of a flashlight is refracted when the angle of incidence or the media change.
( http://interactagram.com/physics/optics/refraction/ )
Page 469: Optical phenomena in nature
Atmospheric Optics

http://www.atoptics.co.uk/
View the optics picture of the day and explore other atmospheric optical phenomena.
( http://www.atoptics.co.uk/ )
Page 494: Ray diagrams for lenses
Concave Lens

http://www.wainet.ne.jp/~yuasa/flash/EngConcave_lens.swf
View an animation of a ray diagram for a diverging (concave) lens.
( http://www.wainet.ne.jp/~yuasa/flash/EngConcave_lens.swf )
Page 494: Ray diagrams for lenses
Exercise, Image Formation by a Diverging Lens

http://www.phys.hawaii.edu/~teb/optics/java/dlens/
Use this applet to see how images in a converging lens change when the object is moved.
( http://www.phys.hawaii.edu/~teb/optics/java/dlens/ )
Chapter 12

Page 494: Ray diagrams for lenses
Convex Lens

http://www.wainet.ne.jp/~yuasa/flash/EngConvex_lens.swf
View an animation of a ray diagram for a converging (convex) lens.
( http://www.wainet.ne.jp/~yuasa/flash/EngConvex_lens.swf )
Page 494: Ray diagrams for lenses
Exercise, Image Formation by a Converging Lens

http://www.phys.hawaii.edu/~teb/optics/java/clens/
Use this applet to see how images in a converging lens change when the object is moved.
( http://www.phys.hawaii.edu/~teb/optics/java/clens/ )
Page 510: Night vision devices
How Night Vision Works: Techniques using Low-light and Infrared imaging

http://www.hownightvisionworks.com/
Find out more about low-light imaging
( http://www.hownightvisionworks.com/ )
Page 510: Night vision devices
Night Vision Camera

http://www.sti.nasa.gov/tto/spinoff1996/35.html
Read about low-light viewing devices on NASA’s Scientific and Technical Information site.
( http://www.sti.nasa.gov/tto/spinoff1996/35.html )



Page 521: Science at Work
What Are Essential Skills?

http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/what_are_essential_skills.sht...
Information can be found about the essential skills and their applications here at the Human Resources and Skills Development Canada site.
( http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/what_are_essential_skills.sht... )