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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 9780070318632


Assessment BLMs in PDF Format

A-1 Making Observations and Inferences Checklist (73.0K)
A-2 Asking Questions Checklist (72.0K)
A-3 Designing an Experiment Checklist (153.0K)
A-4 Laboratory Report Checklist (88.0K)
A-5 Investigating an Issue Checklist (69.0K)
A-6 Developing Models Checklist (65.0K)
A-7 Scientific Drawing Checklist (74.0K)
A-8 Oral Presentation Checklist (89.0K)
A-9 Computer Slide Show Presentation (73.0K)
A-10 Poster Checklist (68.0K)
A-11 Concept Map Checklist (67.0K)
A-12 Events Chain or Flowchart Checklist (87.0K)
A-13 Venn Diagram Checklist (140.0K)
A-14 Science Portfolio Checklist (82.0K)
A-15 Data Table Checklist (66.0K)
A-16 Graph from Data Checklist (72.0K)
A-17 Assessment Record Form Checklist (55.0K)
A-18 Group Investigation Self Assessment Checklist (183.0K)
A-19 Group Investigation Group Assessment Checklist (128.0K)
A-20 Learning Skills Checklist (156.0K)
A-21 Safety Checklist (81.0K)
A-22 Concept Rubric (73.0K)
A-23 Science Notebook Rubric (76.0K)
A-24 Co-operative Groupwork Rubric (70.0K)
A-25 Scientific Drawing Rubric (72.0K)
A-26 Inquiry Investigating Rubric (78.0K)
A-27 Plan Your own Investigation Rubric (211.0K)
A-28 Real World Investigation Rubric (133.0K)
A-29 Data Analysis Investigation Rubric (183.0K)
A-30 Presentation Rubric (180.0K)
A-31 Communication Rubric (75.0K)
A-32 Using Tools, Equipment, and Materials Rubric (74.0K)
A-33 Developing Models Rubric (69.0K)
A-34 Hypothesizing Rubric (71.0K)
A-35 Controlling Variables Rubric (68.0K)
A-36 Problem Solving Rubric (70.0K)
A-37 Fair Testing Rubric (68.0K)
A-38 Designing Experiments Rubric (68.0K)
A-39 Predicting Rubric (68.0K)
A-40 Interpreting Data Rubric (67.0K)
A-41 Questioning Rubric (68.0K)
A-42 Measuring and Reporting Rubric (68.0K)
A-43 Process Skills Rubric Template (75.0K)
A-44 Unit 1 Inquiry Project Rubric (60.0K)
A-45 Unit 1 An Issue to Analyze Rubric (91.0K)
A-46 Unit 2 Inquiry Investigation Rubric (60.0K)
A-47 Unit 2 An Issue to Analyze Rubric (60.0K)
A-48 Unit 3 Inquiry Project Rubric (93.0K)
A-49 Unit 3 An Issue to Analyze Rubric (56.0K)
A-50 Unit 4 Inquiry Project Rubric (93.0K)
A-51 Unit 4 An Issue to Analyze Rubric (59.0K)



Assessment BLMs in Word Format

A-1 Making Observations and Inferences Checklist (90.0K)
A-2 Asking Questions Checklist (86.0K)
A-3 Designing an Experiment Checklist (121.0K)
A-4 Laboratory Report Checklist (107.0K)
A-5 Investigating an Issue Checklist (93.0K)
A-6 Developing Models Checklist (81.0K)
A-7 Scientific Drawing Checklist (91.0K)
A-8 Oral Presentation Checklist (94.0K)
A-9 Computer Slide Show Presentation (89.0K)
A-10 Poster Checklist (88.0K)
A-11 Concept Map Checklist (85.0K)
A-12 Events Chain or Flowchart Checklist (95.0K)
A-13 Venn Diagram Checklist (108.0K)
A-14 Science Portfolio Checklist (94.0K)
A-15 Data Table Checklist (82.0K)
A-16 Graph from Data Checklist (83.0K)
A-17 Assessment Record Form Checklist (121.0K)
A-18 Group Investigation Self Assessment Checklist (106.0K)
A-19 Group Investigation Group Assessment Checklist (104.0K)
A-20 Learning Skills Checklist (171.0K)
A-21 Safety Checklist (101.0K)
A-22 Concept Rubric (80.0K)
A-23 Science Notebook Rubric (88.0K)
A-24 Co-operative Groupwork Rubric (84.0K)
A-25 Scientific Drawing Rubric (101.0K)
A-26 Inquiry Investigating Rubric (87.0K)
A-27 Plan Your own Investigation Rubric (86.0K)
A-28 Real World Investigation Rubric (88.0K)
A-29 Data Analysis Investigation Rubric (94.0K)
A-30 Presentation Rubric (122.0K)
A-31 Communication Rubric (84.0K)
A-32 Using Tools, Equipment, and Materials Rubric (82.0K)
A-33 Developing Models Rubric (73.0K)
A-34 Hypothesizing Rubric (99.0K)
A-35 Controlling Variables Rubric (95.0K)
A-36 Problem Solving Rubric (96.0K)
A-37 Fair Testing Rubric (97.0K)
A-38 Designing Experiments Rubric (82.0K)
A-39 Predicting Rubric (94.0K)
A-40 Interpreting Data Rubric (91.0K)
A-41 Questioning Rubric (92.0K)
A-42 Measuring and Reporting Rubric (95.0K)
A-43 Process Skills Rubric Template (97.0K)
A-44 Unit 1 Inquiry Project Rubric (77.0K)
A-45 Unit 1 An Issue to Analyze Rubric (103.0K)
A-46 Unit 2 Inquiry Investigation Rubric (101.0K)
A-47 Unit 2 An Issue to Analyze Rubric (79.0K)
A-48 Unit 3 Inquiry Project Rubric (107.0K)
A-49 Unit 3 An Issue to Analyze Rubric (83.0K)
A-50 Unit 4 Inquiry Project Rubric (100.0K)
A-51 Unit 4 An Issue to Analyze Rubric (77.0K)




Computerized Assessment Bank


Questions are supplied in MS Word. You will need to import the questions into your Examview program to create chapter tests.


Unit 1: Sustainable Ecosystems

Chapter 1: Nutrient Cycles and Energy Flow (1651.0K)
Chapter 2: Populations and Sustainable Ecosystems (665.0K)
Chapter 3: Biodiversity (572.0K)



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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 9780070318632


Generic BLMs in PDF Format

G-1 Safety Contract (169.0K)
G-2 WHMIS Symbols (196.0K)
G-3 Group Roles (84.0K)
G-4 Making Observations and Inferences (208.0K)
G-5 Science Inquiry Organizer (131.0K)
G-6 Recording an Investigation (86.0K)
G-7 Design Your Own Investigation (205.0K)
G-8 Correlational Study Worksheet (166.0K)
G-9 Experimental Design Worksheet (180.0K)
G-10 Technological Problem-Solving Organizer (137.0K)
G-11 Technology Innovation Worksheet (96.0K)
G-12 Scientific Research Planner (164.0K)
G-13 Research Worksheet (82.0K)
G-14 Debating Procedures (129.0K)
G-15 Debate Organizer (167.0K)
G-16 Tips for Investigating Many-Sided issues (146.0K)
G-17 Worksheet for Investigating Issues (136.0K)
G-18 Decision-Making Organizer (198.0K)
G-19 Variables in Science (91.0K)
G-20 Parts of Microscope (136.0K)
G-21 Using Ammeters and Voltmeters (92.0K)
G-22 Reading an Analogue Meter (132.0K)
G-23 Data Table (143.0K)
G-24 Problem Solving Using GRASP (193.0K)
G-25 Constructing a Line Graph (201.0K)
G-26 Interpreting Line Graphs (100.0K)
G-27 Estimating (138.0K)
G-28 Metric Conversions (428.0K)
G-29 Using Scientific Notation (225.0K)
G-30 K-W-L Chart (66.0K)
G-31 Summarizing (74.0K)
G-32 English Word Study (75.0K)
G-33 Cause and Effect Map (98.0K)
G-34 Concept Map (99.0K)
G-35 Flowchart (76.0K)
G-36 Main Idea Web (110.0K)
G-37 Spider Map (79.0K)
G-38 T-chart (60.0K)
G-39 Venn Diagram (105.0K)
G-40 Activity 2-3, What Was for Dinner? Identification Key (462.0K)
G-41 Build an H-R Diagram (1365.0K)
G-43 Unit 1 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (529.0K)
G-44 Unit 2 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (496.0K)
G-45 Unit 3 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (830.0K)
G-46 Unit 4 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (883.0K)


Generic BLMs in Word Format

G-1 Safety Contract (83.0K)
G-2 WHMIS Symbols (125.0K)
G-3 Group Roles (78.0K)
G-4 Making Observations and Inferences (106.0K)
G-5 Science Inquiry Organizer (116.0K)
G-6 Recording an Investigation (73.0K)
G-7 Design Your Own Investigation (84.0K)
G-8 Correlational Study Worksheet (80.0K)
G-9 Experimental Design Worksheet (81.0K)
G-10 Technological Problem-Solving Organizer (115.0K)
G-11 Technology Innovation Worksheet (70.0K)
G-12 Scientific Research Planner (76.0K)
G-13 Research Worksheet (90.0K)
G-14 Debating Procedures (82.0K)
G-15 Debate Organizer (99.0K)
G-16 Tips for Investigating Many-Sided issues (75.0K)
G-17 Worksheet for Investigating Issues (95.0K)
G-18 Decision-Making Organizer (126.0K)
G-19 Variables in Science (101.0K)
G-20 Parts of Microscope (166.0K)
G-21 Using Ammeters and Voltmeters (79.0K)
G-22 Reading an Analogue Meter (144.0K)
G-23 Data Table (123.0K)
G-24 Problem Solving Using GRASP (78.0K)
G-25 Constructing a Line Graph (112.0K)
G-26 Interpreting Line Graphs (76.0K)
G-27 Estimating (76.0K)
G-28 Metric Conversions (334.0K)
G-29 Using Scientific Notation (94.0K)
G-30 K-W-L Chart (75.0K)
G-31 Summarizing (73.0K)
G-32 English Word Study (84.0K)
G-33 Cause and Effect Map (91.0K)
G-34 Concept Map (96.0K)
G-35 Flowchart (76.0K)
G-36 Main Idea Web (102.0K)
G-37 Spider Map (73.0K)
G-38 T-chart (71.0K)
G-39 Venn Diagram (95.0K)
G-40 Activity 2-3, What Was for Dinner? Identification Key (184.0K)
G-41 Build an H-R Diagram (1590.0K)
G-43 Unit 1 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (230.0K)
G-44 Unit 2 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (224.0K)
G-45 Unit 3 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (337.0K)
G-46 Unit 4 Connect to the Big Ideas Answers (364.0K)






Guide to Reviewing


ON Science 9 Guide to Reviewing (341.0K)


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ITR Digital Assests


Unit 1 Sustainable Ecosystems

Chapter 1 Nutrient Cycles and Energy Flow
The Carbon Cycle(595.0K)
The Nitrogen Cycle(497.0K)
The Water Cycle(594.0K)
Phosphorus Cycle(505.0K)
Photosynthesis(340.0K)
Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration(343.0K)

Chapter 2 Populations and Sustainable Ecosystems
Fur Seal Population Growth(21.0K)

Chapter 3 Biodiversity
Calculation of Biodiversity Index(29.0K)




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Online Student Text


Front Matter (2436.0K)
Table of Contents (4650.0K)
Exploring ON Science 9 (6364.0K)

Unit 1 Sustainable Ecosystems (6268.0K)
Chapter 1 Nutrient Cycles and Energy Flow (3941.0K)
1.1 Sustainability (4035.0K)
1.2 The Biosphere and Energy (3163.0K)
1.3 Extracting Energy from Biomass (4513.0K)
Chapter 1 Investigation (1690.0K)
Chapter 1 Summary (247.0K)
Chapter 1 Review (583.0K)

Chapter 2 Populations and Sustainable Ecosystems (3059.0K)
2.1 Populations and Resources (4867.0K)
2.2 Interactions Among Species (7127.0K)
2.3 Human Niches and Population (1003.0K)
2.4 Ecosystem Services (6883.0K)
Chapter 2 Investigation (925.0K)
Chapter 2 Summary (366.0K)
Chapter 2 Review (715.0K)

Chapter 3 Biodiversity (4560.0K)
3.1 Measuring Biodiversity (5417.0K)
3.2 Communities (6587.0K)
3.3 Threats to Biodiversity (4073.0K)
3.4 Restoration Ecology (5969.0K)
Chapter 3 Investigation (820.0K)
Chapter 3 Summary (375.0K)
Chapter 3 Review (325.0K)
Unit 1 Review (3983.0K)

Unit 2 Atoms, Elements, and Compounds (6587.0K)
Chapter 4 Properties of Elements and Compounds (3045.0K)
4.1 Studying Matter (1870.0K)
4.2 Physical Properties (7058.0K)
4.3 Chemical Properties (4298.0K)
Chapter 4 Investigation (1304.0K)
Chapter 4 Summary (239.0K)
Chapter 4 Review (1087.0K)

Chapter 5 Understanding the Properties of Elements (3552.0K)
5.1 Evolution of the Atomic Model (6602.0K)
5.2 The Structure of the Atom (2624.0K)
5.3 The Periodic Table (2577.0K)
5.4 Trends in the Periodic Table (1371.0K)
Chapter 5 Investigation (491.0K)
Chapter 5 Summary (667.0K)
Chapter 5 Review (713.0K)

Chapter 6 Understanding the Properties of Compounds (4008.0K)
6.1 Ionic Compounds (2771.0K)
6.2 Molecular Compounds (6600.0K)
6.3 Modelling Compounds (3036.0K)
Chapter 6 Investigation (976.0K)
Chapter 6 Summary (278.0K)
Chapter 6 Review (348.0K)
Unit 2 Review (4624.0K)

Unit 3 The Study of the Universe (6721.0K)
Chapter 7 The Night Sky (2801.0K)
7.1 Ancient Astronomy (4344.0K)
7.2 The Constellations (3710.0K)
7.3 Movements of Earth and the Moon (2341.0K)
7.4 Meet Your Solar System (3971.0K)
7.5 Other Objects in the Solar System (1868.0K)
Chapter 7 Investigation (1566.0K)
Chapter 7 Summary (349.0K)
Chapter 7 Review (1205.0K)

Chapter 8 Exploring Our Stellar Neighbourhood (3211.0K)
8.1 Exploring Space (3301.0K)
8.2 Exploring the Sun (5361.0K)
8.3 Exploring Other Stars (4181.0K)
Chapter 8 Investigation (762.0K)
Chapter 8 Summary (227.0K)
Chapter 8 Review (1481.0K)

Chapter 9 The Mysterious Universe (3707.0K)
9.1 Galaxies (4534.0K)
9.2 The Universe (6296.0K)
9.3 Unsolved Mysteries (3266.0K)
Chapter 9 Investigation (794.0K)
Chapter 9 Summary (305.0K)
Chapter 9 Review (903.0K)
Unit 3 Review (6496.0K)

Unit 4 The Characteristics of Electricity (4391.0K)
Chapter 10 Static Charges and Energy (2512.0K)
10.1 Exploring Static Charges (4508.0K)
10.2 Charging by Contact and by Induction (2770.0K)
10.3 Charges at Work (5315.0K)
Chapter 10 Investigation (652.0K)
Chapter 10 Summary (216.0K)
Chapter 10 Review (1339.0K)

Chapter 11 Electric Circuits (2917.0K)
11.1 Cells and Batteries (4589.0K)
11.2 Electric Circuits: Analogies and Characteristics (4138.0K)
11.3 Measuring the Properties of Simple Circuits (4922.0K)
11.4 Measuring Electrical Resistance (2956.0K)
11.5 Series and Parallel Circuits (2774.0K)
Chapter 11 Investigation (1170.0K)
Chapter 11 Summary (390.0K)
Chapter 11 Review (716.0K)

Chapter 12 Generating and Using Electricity (3503.0K)
12.1 Electricity at Home (4293.0K)
12.2 Using Electrical Energy Wisely (8430.0K)
12.3 Meeting the Demand for Electricity (1567.0K)
12.4 Sustainable Sources of Electricity (5956.0K)
Chapter 12 Investigation (714.0K)
Chapter 12 Summary (278.0K)
Chapter 12 Review (521.0K)
Unit 4 Review (4463.0K)

Toolkits (5737.0K)
Appendix (914.0K)
Glossary (594.0K)
Index (771.0K)
Credits (282.0K)
Periodic Table (349.0K)





Teacher Web Links


Chapter 1



Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
Background information on biodiversity, species at risk, and stewardship
( http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca )
KidWings
A virtual owl pellet dissection
( http://www.kidwings.com/index.htm )
A Climate Change Plan for the Purposes of the Kyoto Protocol Implementation Act - 2007
Background information on climate change and the Kyoto Protocol.
( http://www.ec.gc.ca/doc/ed-es/p_123/s1_eng.htm )
Chapter 2



Wildlife Research
Information about the Ministry of Natural Resources’ wildlife research projects (monitoring wildlife populations)
( http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca/en/Business/Wildlife/index.html )
Monarch Butterflies of Mexico
Facts about the annual migration of monarch butterflies (Relates to Activity 2-4 on page 76)
( http://www.study-mexico.com/English/4/monarch-butterflies.cfm )
Species at Risk Public Registry
Background information about species at risk (Relates to Investigation 2-A on page 79)
( http://www.sararegistry.gc.ca/ )
Species at Risk Act – Law Enforcement – Canadian Wildlife Service – Environment Canada
An explanation of the Species at Risk Act (Relates to Investigation 2-A on page 79)
( http://www.cws-scf.ec.gc.ca/enforce/law_5_e.cfm )
Convention on Biological Diversity
A convention dedicated to promoting sustainability
( http://www.cbd.int/ )
Carbon Footprint – Carbon Footprint Calculator
A site that calculates your carbon footprint, from a company that specializes in carbon management (Relates to Investigation 2-C on page 82)
( http://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx )
Zerofootprint: Footprint Calculator
An ecological footprint calculator geared towards students (Relates to Investigation 2-C on page 82)
( http://www.zerofootprintkids.com/kids_home.aspx )
Ecological Footprint – Mountain Equipment Co-op
A quiz designed to estimate your ecological footprint relative to other people in your country; geared toward the general public (Relates to Investigation 2-C on page 82)
( http://www.mec.ca/Apps/ecoCalc/ecoCalc.jsp )
Carbon Footprint Calculator – What’s My Carbon Footprint?
The Nature Conservancy’s carbon footprint calculator; also includes links to information about climate change, carbon offset programs, and climate-saving tips (Relates to Investigation 2-C on page 82)
( http://www.nature.org/initiatives/climatechange/calculator/ )
Chapter 3



COSEWIC’s Assessment Process and Criteria
The Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada’s guidelines for the assessment of wildlife species (Relates to Activity 3-4 on page 108)
( http://www.cosewic.gc.ca/eng/sct0/assessment_process_e.cfm#tbl2 )
Chapter 4



Interactive Practice on Physical vs. Chemical Properties
A review and interactive quiz on chemical and physical properties of matter
( http://www.teacherbridge.org/public/bhs/teachers/Dana/chemphys.html )
Chapter 5



Atomic Theory
An exploration of different models of the atom
( http://www.clickandlearn.org/Gr9_Sci/atoms/modelsoftheatom.html )
WebElements Periodic Table of the Elements
An interactive periodic table
( http://www.webelements.com/ )
Periodic Table, Elements and Chemistry
Another interactive periodic table
( http://www.chemicool.com/ )
Chapter 6



All about ionic compounds
Important things to know about ionic compounds
( http://misterguch.brinkster.net/ionic.html )
CHEMystery: Atoms and Molecules: Molecular Compounds
Naming conventions for and general information about molecular compounds
( http://library.thinkquest.org/3659/atommole/molecular.html )
Chapter 7



NASA - Home
A good starting place for all things space
( http://www.nasa.gov/ )
International Dark-Sky Association
The web site of IDA, an association dedicated to reducing light pollution (Relates to the Making a Difference feature on page 280)
( http://www.darksky.org/ )
Lunar Phase Simulation
A simulation of Earth's orbit, showing it is farther from the Sun in June, and closer in December
( http://aspire.cosmic-ray.org/labs/moon/lunar_phase3.swf )
Amazing Space – Myths: Solar System
Twenty myths about the solar system and the reality behind each myth
( http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/resources/myths/solar_system.php )
Retrograde Motion
An applet that demonstrates retrograde motion
( http://www.astro.illinois.edu/projects/data/Retrograde/ )
Retrograde
Another retrograde motion applet
( http://www.astro.ubc.ca/~scharein/a310/SolSysEx/retro/Retrograde.html )
Chapter 8



Heavens-Above Home Page
Select your location under “Configuration” (select from map, from database, or edit manually by entering the latitude, longitude, and elevation of your location), and then click “submit.” Then click on 10-day predictions for the International Space Station (“ISS”) under “Satellites.” You will be provided with 24-h clock times when the space station is visible from your area.
( http://www.heavens-above.com/ )
Center for Science Education at SSL UC Berkeley
An excellent site for space resources from the UC Berkeley Space Sciences Laboratory
( http://cse.ssl.berkeley.edu/cms/ )
Chapter 10



The Blobz Guide to Electric Circuits
An interactive site that explains circuit diagrams and offers related games (Relates to Inquiry Project Intervention)
( http://www.andythelwell.com/blobz/ )
Going Green – Environmental Issues and Global Warming News – Green Living Tips
A guide to making environmentally-conscious choices (Relates to Inquiry Project Intervention)
( http://www.thedailygreen.com/ )
Greywater Recycling
Background information on recycling household wastewater (Relates to the Making a Difference feature on page 427)
( http://www.letsgogreen.com/greywater-recycling.html )
Grey Water Recycling
More information on the recycling of grey water (Relates to the Making a Difference feature on page 427)
( http://www.ecoshift.ca/Grey-Water-Recycling.html )
CBC.ca | The National | Archive | Environment/Science | E-waste Dumping Ground
A video and other information on E-waste (Relates to the Case Study on page 422)
( http://www.cbc.ca/national/blog/video/environmentscience/ewaste_dumping_ground.html )
EnviroZine – Features – Mounting Concerns Over Electronic Waste
An exploration of the E-waste problem (Relates to the Case Study on page 422)
( http://www.ec.gc.ca/envirozine/english/issues/33/feature1_e.cfm )
Chapter 11



The Blobz Guide to Electric Circuits
An interactive site that explains circuit diagrams and offers related games
( http://www.andythelwell.com/blobz/ )
Chapter 12



Molecular Expressions: Electricity and Magnetism – Interactive Java Tutorials: Faraday’s ...
An interactive display of Faraday’s electromagnetic induction experiment (Relates to Activity 12-1 on page 483)
( http://micro.magnet.fsu.edu/electromag/java/faraday2/ )
ESFi: Electrical Safety Foundation International
Current information on home and workplace safety guidelines related to electricity
( http://esfi.org/ )
Hydro One Networks – In Your Community – New Projects – Smart Meters
A primer on smart meters (Relates to Investigation 12-B)
( http://www.hydroonenetworks.com/en/community/projects/smart_meters/ )
Green Power – A Consumer Guide to Green Power in Canada
How to buy green power in Ontario (Relates to “An Issue to Analyze” on page 523)
( http://www.pollutionprobe.org/whatwedo/greenpower/consumerguide/ontario.htm )

Student Web Links


Unit 1

Chapter 1


Page 19: Environmental farm plans
Canada-Ontario Environmental Farm Plan

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/environment/efp/efp.htm
Learn more about the Ontario Environmental Farm Plan from this Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food & Rural Affairs site.
( http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/environment/efp/efp.htm )
Page 33: Fuel from waste
EIA Renewable Energy – Landfill Gas Data and Information

http://www.eia.doe.gov/cneaf/solar.renewables/page/landfillgas/landfillgas.html
This Energy Information Administration site provides official energy statistics and other information from the U.S. Government on the use of landfill gas to produce energy.
( http://www.eia.doe.gov/cneaf/solar.renewables/page/landfillgas/landfillgas.html )
Page 33: Fuel from waste
Landfill Gas

http://www.ec.gc.ca/nopp/lfg/en/issue6.cfm
Find out about a landfill gas to energy project in Ontario on this Environment Canada site.
( http://www.ec.gc.ca/nopp/lfg/en/issue6.cfm )
Chapter 2

Page 66: A running tally of Earth’s population
World Population Check - Worldometers

http://www.worldometers.info/population/
Visit this website regularly as you study Unit 2 to monitor the changes in Earth’s population over the period of a month.
( http://www.worldometers.info/population/ )
Page 67: Ecological footprint
Ecological Footprints

http://www.royalsaskatchewanmuseum.ca/gallery/life_sciences/footprint_mx_2005.swf
Calculate your ecological footprint with this interactive program.
( http://www.royalsaskatchewanmuseum.ca/gallery/life_sciences/footprint_mx_2005.swf )
Page 75: Using satellites to track individual organisms
Tracking Threatened Birds, Land and Marine Animals, and Fish by Satellite

http://www.spacetoday.org/Satellites/Tracking/Birds/TundraSwans.html
This site provides information on tracking tundra swans.
( http://www.spacetoday.org/Satellites/Tracking/Birds/TundraSwans.html )
Page 75: Using satellites to track individual organisms
Underwater World - Beluga

http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/zone/underwater_sous-marin/beluga/beluga-eng.htm
This Fisheries and Oceans Canada site provides information on tracking beluga whales.
( http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/zone/underwater_sous-marin/beluga/beluga-eng.htm )
Page 75: Using satellites to track individual organisms
International Crocodile Rescue – The Crocodile Hunter

http://www.internationalcrocodilerescue.com.au/weipa_2004/crocs_in_space.html
This International Crocodile Rescue site provides information on tracking crocodiles.
( http://www.internationalcrocodilerescue.com.au/weipa_2004/crocs_in_space.html )
Page 75: Using satellites to track individual organisms
Oikonos – Winged Ambassadors

http://oikonos.org/race/
This site provides information about tracking albatrosses.
( http://oikonos.org/race/ )
Chapter 3

Page 91:Canadian biodiversity
Canadian Biodiversity Web Site

http://canadianbiodiversity.mcgill.ca/
Read more about Canadian biodiversity.
( http://canadianbiodiversity.mcgill.ca/ )
Page 91: Canadian biodiversity
Centre for Marine Biodiversity

http://www.marinebiodiversity.ca/
Read more about the marine biodiversity of Canada.
( http://www.marinebiodiversity.ca/ )
Page 91: Canadian biodiversity
CANADIAN ANIMALS – food, enemies, adaptations, homes, the young

http://www.saskschools.ca/~gregory/animals/
Read more about Canadian animals.
( http://www.saskschools.ca/~gregory/animals/ )
Page 102: Protecting and preserving wetlands
Ducks Unlimited Canada | Conserving Canada’s Wetlands

http://www.ducks.ca
Learn about wetlands and related wildlife, the impacts of wetland loss, and wetland conservation efforts.
( http://www.ducks.ca )




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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 144: Separating mixtures
Separating mixtures

http://www.mikecurtis.org.uk/mixtures.htm
This site provides examples of separation by physical methods.
( http://www.mikecurtis.org.uk/mixtures.htm )
Page 154: Banning DDT
Science.gc.ca - DDT – Dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane

http://www.science.gc.ca/Videos/Earthtones/DDT_-_Dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane-WS34A4...
Find out why DDT was banned in 1972, and why this decision was one of the most important steps in protecting wildlife and people from the effects of pesticides.
( http://www.science.gc.ca/Videos/Earthtones/DDT_-_Dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane-WS34A4... )
Chapter 5

Page 182: Understanding the atom
science TV: The Discovery of the Atomic Nucleus

http://www.science.tv/watch/78de8a367c0228f169bf/The-Discovery-of-the-Atomic-Nucleus-(3-o...
Watch this clip to find out what makes up the atomic nucleus.
( http://www.science.tv/watch/78de8a367c0228f169bf/The-Discovery-of-the-Atomic-Nucleus-(3-o... )
Page 182: Understanding the atom
Atomic Theory

http://www.clickandlearn.org/Gr9_Sci/atoms/modelsoftheatom.html
Explore various atomic models that have been developed during the course of history.
( http://www.clickandlearn.org/Gr9_Sci/atoms/modelsoftheatom.html )
Page 196: Periodic table
WebElements Periodic Table of the Elements

http://www.webelements.com/
Explore an interactive periodic table, which gives extra information about each element.
( http://www.webelements.com/ )
Chapter 6

Page 224: Sodium fluoride
It’s Your Health – Fluorides and Human Health

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hl-vs/iyh-vsv/environ/fluor-eng.php
Learn more about fluoride compounds and their benefits and risks.
( http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hl-vs/iyh-vsv/environ/fluor-eng.php )
Page 247: Modelling compounds
Biomodel-3: Molecular Models for Secondary School

http://biomodel.uah.es/en/model3/inicio.htm
Examine 3-D models of proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and more.
( http://biomodel.uah.es/en/model3/inicio.htm )
Page 247: Modelling compounds
DNA Structure

http://www.umass.edu/molvis/tutorials/dna/
View a 3-D model of DNA.
( http://www.umass.edu/molvis/tutorials/dna/ )



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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 227: Constellations
Astronomy & Space – National Research Council Canada

http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/education/astronomy/
Explore the National Research Council Canada’s site to view star charts, image galleries, and other topics related to astronomy and space.
( http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/education/astronomy/ )
Page 279: Naming constellations
International Astronomical Union | IAU

http://www.iau.org/public_press/themes/naming/
Learn how the International Astronomical Union regulates the naming of celestial objects.
( http://www.iau.org/public_press/themes/naming/ )
Page 281: Viewing constellations
SkyNews Home Page

http://www.skynews.ca
Find out about celestial events, view photos of constellations, and get tips on telescopes from SkyNews, a Canadian astronomy magazine.
( http://www.skynews.ca )
Page 300: Observing objects in the solar system
NASA - Overview

http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/stardust/mission/index.html
Read about the Stardust-NExT (Stardust-New Exploration of Tempel 1) mission.
( http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/stardust/mission/index.html )
Chapter 8

Page 324: Landers
NASA - Phoenix

http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/phoenix/main/
Get the latest news about the Phoenix Lander, which is exploring Mars.
( http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/phoenix/main/ )
Page 336: The Sun’s energy output
The Sun | Facts about the Sun

http://www.extremescience.com/sun.htm
Learn more about the source of the Sun’s energy—nuclear fusion
( http://www.extremescience.com/sun.htm )
Page 336: The Sun’s energy output
Sun, Sun Information, Facts, News, Photos—National Geographic

http://science.nationalgeographic.com/science/space/solar-system/sun-article.html
Learn more about the Sun.
( http://science.nationalgeographic.com/science/space/solar-system/sun-article.html )
Page 348: Black holes
Into a Black Hole – National Research Council Canada)

http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/education/astronomy/tapping/2004/2004-10-13.html
Find out what it is like inside a black hole.
( http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/education/astronomy/tapping/2004/2004-10-13.html )
Chapter 9

Page 374: Looking to the universe
CSA – James Webb Space Telescope (JWST)

http://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/media/backgrounders/2007/0604.asp
Read about the Canadian Space Agency and its part in the design of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
( http://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/media/backgrounders/2007/0604.asp )
Page 374: Looking to the universe
NASA: Structure and Evolution of the Universe

http://amser.org/AMSER--ResourceFrame.php?resourceId=4606
The Goddard Space Flight Center’s Astrophysics Science Division page provides information about the structure and evolution of the universe, and about NASA missions to explore the universe.
( http://amser.org/AMSER--ResourceFrame.php?resourceId=4606 )
Page 374: Looking to the universe
WMAP Introduction to Cosmology

http://map.gsfc.nasa.gov/universe/
Read about the big bang theory on this NASA site dedicated to the Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe (WMAP).
( http://map.gsfc.nasa.gov/universe/ )
Page 379: Dark matter
Dark Matter - Introduction

http://imagine.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/science/know_l1/dark_matter.html
Learn more about dark matter on this NASA site.
( http://imagine.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/science/know_l1/dark_matter.html )



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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 404: Charge and charge interactions
Neutral vs. Charged Objects

http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/gbssci/phys/Class/estatics/u8l1b.html
Learn more about charged and uncharged particles, as well as charged and neutral objects in this tutorial.
( http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/gbssci/phys/Class/estatics/u8l1b.html )
Page 415: Methods of charging
Charging by Induction

http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/gbssci/phys/Class/estatics/u8l2b.html
Learn and discuss how charging by induction happens.
( http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/gbssci/phys/Class/estatics/u8l2b.html )
Page 420: Natural disaster—lightning
Lightning Facts, Lightning Information, Lightning Videos, Lightning Photos – National Geographic

http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/natural-disasters/lightning-profile...
Read more about lightning.
( http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/natural-disasters/lightning-profile... )
Page 420: Natural disaster—lightning
Lightning Facts, Lightning Photos, Lightning Simulation, Lightning Interactive – National Geographic

http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/natural-disasters/lightning-interac...
Explore what happens when lightning strikes.
( http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/natural-disasters/lightning-interac... )
Page 426: Uses of electrostatics
PERMANENT (Projects to Employ Resources of the Moon and Asteroids Near Earth in the Near Term) – Industrial Processes – Electrostatic Separation

http://www.permanent.com/i-esb.htm
Read about separating mineral grains by electrostatic beneficiation.
( http://www.permanent.com/i-esb.htm )
Page 426: Uses of electrostatics
Electrostatic Separation

http://www.mine-engineer.com/mining/minproc/elstat1.htm
Read about separating peanut skins from peanuts and hulls from ground coffee using electrostatic separation.
( http://www.mine-engineer.com/mining/minproc/elstat1.htm )
Chapter 11

Page 443: Fuel cell vehicles
NOVA | scienceNOW | Fuel Cells | PBS

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/sciencenow/3210/01.html
Watch a video, join a debate, ask questions, and check out what’s under the hood of a fuel cell vehicle.
( http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/sciencenow/3210/01.html )
Page 452: Potential difference
WaterAnalogy

http://faraday.physics.utoronto.ca/IYearLab/Intros/DCI/Flash/WaterAnalogy.html
Watch an animation comparing a DC circuit to the flow of water.
( http://faraday.physics.utoronto.ca/IYearLab/Intros/DCI/Flash/WaterAnalogy.html )
Page 466: Superconductors
What Are Superconductors?

http://ffden-2.phys.uaf.edu/212_fall2003.web.dir/Matthew_Titus/What%20Are%20Superconducto...
Learn how superconductors can help minimize energy loss.
( http://ffden-2.phys.uaf.edu/212_fall2003.web.dir/Matthew_Titus/What%20Are%20Superconducto... )
Chapter 12

Page 487: Generating electricity
NationMaster – Encyclopedia: Aluminum wire

http://www.nationmaster.com/encyclopedia/Aluminum-wire
This site gives a brief history on how aluminum wire has been used to transmit electricity.
( http://www.nationmaster.com/encyclopedia/Aluminum-wire )
Page 493: Using energy efficiently
Hydro One Networks: Appliance Calculator

http://www.hydroonenetworks.com/en/efficiency/appliance_calculator/calc_main.htm
Calculate the monthly cost of electricity.
( http://www.hydroonenetworks.com/en/efficiency/appliance_calculator/calc_main.htm )
Page 493: Using energy efficiently
Hydro One Networks – Energy Efficiency Tips and Tools – Appliances – Reading EnerGuide

http://www.hydroonenetworks.com/en/efficiency/appliances/reading_energuide/
Learn how to read EnerGuide.
( http://www.hydroonenetworks.com/en/efficiency/appliances/reading_energuide/ )
Page 493: Using energy efficiently
Portal - ENERGY STAR Canada

http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/residential/energystar-portal.cfm
Explore ENERGY STAR-qualified products or equipment in Canada on the Office of Energy Efficiency site.
( http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/residential/energystar-portal.cfm )
Page 502: Nuclear power
The Canadian Nuclear FAQ – Section A: CANDU Technology

http://www.nuclearfaq.ca/cnf_sectionA.htm#_jmp0_
Learn about CANDU (Canada Deuterium Uranium) nuclear power.
( http://www.nuclearfaq.ca/cnf_sectionA.htm#_jmp0_ )
Page 502: Wind power
Wind and Hydropower Technologies Program: How Wind Turbines Work

http://www1.eere.energy.gov/windandhydro/wind_how.html
Discover how wind turbines work on the U.S. Department of Energy site.
( http://www1.eere.energy.gov/windandhydro/wind_how.html )
Page 502: Wind power
Map of Canadian Wind Farms - CanWEA

http://www.canwea.ca/farms/wind-farms_e.php
Read about wind farms in Canada on this Canadian Wind Energy Association site.
( http://www.canwea.ca/farms/wind-farms_e.php )
Page 502: Wind power
CanWEA: SmallWind: Ballpark Cost Calculator

http://www.smallwindenergy.ca/calculator/home.php
Calculate the cost of installing a small wind turbine. This is a Canadian Wind Energy Association site.
( http://www.smallwindenergy.ca/calculator/home.php )
Page 511: Conserving electrical energy
Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure: Energy Saving Tips

http://www.mei.gov.on.ca.wsd6.korax.net/english/energy/conservation/?page=energy-saving-t...
Download a copy of the Ontario Energy Efficiency Resource Guide.
( http://www.mei.gov.on.ca.wsd6.korax.net/english/energy/conservation/?page=energy-saving-t... )



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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... )