Integrated Sciences 1 - First Secondary Grade

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To this end and for days through the employment of a wonderful study in the field of ______.

computer science

The different sciences are working together to think and create ______ that will help them reach their goals.

solutions

Different ______ are working together to think and create solutions.

sciences

Through the employment of a wonderful study in the field of computer science and the different ______.

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They are working together to think and create solutions that will help them reach their ______.

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We will learn about the ______ and the water cycle in nature

<p>hydrosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

Some of the basic physical properties and ______ reactions that occur in water

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These properties and reactions can affect the components of the ______

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We will learn about the hydrosphere and the water ______ in nature

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Basic physical properties and chemical ______ that occur in water

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Warm waters resulting from ______ in tropical regions attract specific types of fish.

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Certain temperatures are necessary for fish and marine animals to ______ and reproduce.

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Some marine animals require specific ______ to survive and reproduce.

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Tropical regions provide ______ waters that attract various marine species.

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______ from solar radiation in tropical regions is vital for attracting specific marine life.

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Some fish have gas-filled swim bladders that help them control their ______ in the water.

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Fish like tilapia use swim bladders to ______ between different depths.

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Salmon migrate between seas and rivers, highlighting their adaptation to ______ environments.

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At depths greater than 2000 m, water ______ is very intense.

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Organisms that live at great depths have unique adaptations to cope with extreme ______.

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Living organisms are distributed in aquatic environments based on the concentration of ______.

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Some organisms are ______ to specific concentrations of dissolved substances.

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The concentration of dissolved substances in water can affect the distribution of ______ organisms.

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Certain organisms can only survive in specific ranges of ______ concentrations.

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Adaptation to certain dissolved substances is vital for the ______ of living organisms.

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In a marine environment, if the numbers of predatory fish decline, the number of small fish may increase excessively, leading to unbalanced consumption of food ______.

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Overfishing can lead to a decline in numbers of predatory fish, disrupting the ______.

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The decline of predatory fish may lead to increased competition among the smaller fish for ______.

<p>food</p> Signup and view all the answers

Healthy marine ecosystems depend on a balance between predatory fish and their ______.

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Excessive increases in small fish populations can lead to ______ of the ecosystem.

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Flashcards

Computer science study

A study in the field of computer science focused on problem-solving.

Different sciences cooperation

Different sciences working together to find solutions.

Reaching goals

The objective of combined scientific efforts.

Hydrosphere

All the water on Earth, including oceans, lakes, rivers, and groundwater.

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Water Cycle

The continuous movement of water between the Earth's surface and the atmosphere.

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Physical Properties

Characteristics of water that can be observed or measured without changing its chemical composition.

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Chemical Reactions

Processes where water molecules interact with other substances to alter their composition.

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Environmental Impact

The effect of water properties and reactions on living things and their surroundings.

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Fish swim bladders

Gas-filled organs that help fish control buoyancy and balance in water, and aid in deep-sea migration.

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Deep-sea water pressure

Very high pressure at depths exceeding 2000 meters.

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Warm ocean waters

Tropical ocean waters heated by the sun.

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Tropical fish

Fish that need warm water to live.

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Marine animals

Ocean-dwelling creatures needing a certain temperature.

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Solar radiation

Heat from the sun.

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Tropical regions

Warmest parts of the world.

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Temperature for survival

The right water temperature necessary for an animal's life.

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Reproduction

Producing offspring.

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Aquatic organism adaptation

Living things in water are suited to specific levels of dissolved substances.

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Dissolved substances

Minerals and salts mixed in water.

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Concentration

Amount of a substance in a given space (like water).

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Aquatic organisms

Living things that live in water.

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Predatory Fish Decline

A decrease in the number of predatory fish in an ecosystem.

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Small Fish Increase

An increase in the number of small fish when predatory fish decline.

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Ecosystem Imbalance

Unbalanced consumption of food resources and disruption of the marine environment.

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Food Web Disruption

The imbalance among different levels of the food chain.

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Study Notes

Integrated Sciences 1 - First Secondary Grade

  • Curriculum developed for 2024-2025 academic year.
  • Prepared by Dr. Aziza Ragab Khalifa (Counselor of Science).
  • Supervised by Dr. Akram Hassan Mohamed (Head of Central Administration for Curriculum Development).
  • Focuses on sustaining life in ecosystems, integrating various scientific fields, developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Curriculum promotes collaboration, experiential learning, and encourages exploration of scientific concepts.
  • First term topics include aquatic ecosystems, the atmosphere, the soil, and the role of science in environmental sustainability.

Introduction

  • Planet Earth faces numerous challenges threatening its sustainability.
  • These include environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, resource depletion, growing global concerns over food security, and population growth.
  • Curriculum aims at building a deep and comprehensive understanding of how scientific knowledge can be utilized to solve real-world issues.

General Objectives

  • Deepen understanding of scientific phenomena, connecting different branches of science.

  • Develop critical and analytical thinking skills.

  • Promote experiential learning through practical activities and scientific experiments.

  • Encourage innovation and exploration through practical application of technology, supporting critical thinking and inclusive collaborative teamwork.

  • Apply scientific knowledge to address global challenges (climate change, biodiversity conservation, sustainable energy).

  • Foster environmental awareness and social responsibility.

Contents (First Term)

  • Chapter 1: Aquatic Ecosystem
  • Chapter 2: Atmosphere
  • Chapter 3: The Soil
  • Chapter 4: The role of science in environmental sustainability

Chapter 1: Aquatic Ecosystem

  • Learning Outcomes focus on the hydrosphere, water cycle, chemical reactions in aquatic ecosystems, physical properties of water, and how organisms adapt to aquatic environments.
  • Issues involved include water pollution, climate change, water resource sustainability, biological diversity conservation, and population growth challenges.
  • Includes a section on chemical reactions in nature and their impact on water quality.

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