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G9 L3.1 Solids, Liquids and Gases Periods 1,2

This lesson plan for Grade 9 Physical Science focuses on the five states of matter, classifying materials, and explaining their behavior using kinetic theory. It includes interactive demonstrations, hands-on activities, and discussions to engage students and assess their understanding of solids, liquids, and gases. The lesson culminates in an evaluation through exit tickets and matching exercises to ensure comprehension of the material covered.

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G9 L3.1 Solids, Liquids and Gases Periods 1,2

This lesson plan for Grade 9 Physical Science focuses on the five states of matter, classifying materials, and explaining their behavior using kinetic theory. It includes interactive demonstrations, hands-on activities, and discussions to engage students and assess their understanding of solids, liquids, and gases. The lesson culminates in an evaluation through exit tickets and matching exercises to ensure comprehension of the material covered.

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Grade 9 Week

5
Physical Science Lesson
3.1

Chapter 3
L2.3 Solids , Liquids and
Objectives
3.1.1 Describe the five states of matter.
3.1.2 Classify materials as solids, liquids, or gases.
3.1.3 Explain the behavior of gases, liquids, and solids, using kinetic theory.
Engage (10-15 minutes)

Objective: Spark interest and assess prior knowledge about states of matter.

Activity: Start with an interactive demonstration.

Show three substances: an ice cube, a glass of water, and a balloon filled with air. Ask students to describe what
they see.

Ask guiding questions:

What do you notice about these materials?

How are solids, liquids, and gases different from each other?

Discussion:

Ask students to share their thoughts on how the particles might be arranged or move in each state.

Assessment: Listen to student responses to gauge their understanding of the basic properties of solids, liquids,
and gases.
Objective: Allow students to observe the properties of different states of matter
Explore through hands-on activities.
(15-20
minutes) Activity: Set up stations where students can explore different states of matter and
observe their characteristics.

1. Station 1 (Solids): Have students touch and observe sand or small rocks. Ask them
to describe the shape and volume. Does it change?
2. Station 2 (Liquids): Pour water into different containers. Ask students to observe
how the shape of the liquid changes but the volume remains the same.
3. Station 3 (Gases): Inflate a balloon. Ask students to notice how the gas expands to
fill the entire balloon. Discuss how gases have no fixed shape or volume.

Tasks:
Record observations about the properties of each state (fixed shape, fixed volume,
how they behave in containers, etc.).

Discuss with group members what they think is happening at the particle level for each
state.

Assessment: Circulate among groups, asking questions to check their understanding


of how solids, liquids, and gases differ in terms of particle arrangement and behavior .
Explain
(15
Objective: minutes)
Provide a detailed explanation of the states of matter and particle theory.

Direct Instruction:

Explain that solids have a fixed shape and volume because their particles are tightly packed and vibrate in place.

Explain that liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container because their particles are close together
but can move past each other.

Explain that gases have neither a fixed shape nor a fixed volume because their particles are far apart and move freely.

Introduce the concept of kinetic energy and how it affects the movement of particles in each state.

Use diagrams to visually demonstrate the particle arrangement in solids, liquids, and gases.

Class Discussion:

Review the observations from the Explore activity.

Ask students: What happens to the particles when a solid turns into a liquid or a gas?

Assessment: Ask students to describe the differences between the states of matter in their own words. Check for
understanding by asking them to explain why each state behaves as it does based on particle theory.
Elaborate (10-15 minutes)

Objective: Deepen understanding by exploring phase changes between states of matter.

Activity: Conduct a simple experiment to demonstrate phase changes.

Melting Ice: Heat ice cubes on a hot plate and observe the transition from solid to liquid.

Boiling Water: Heat water until it begins to boil and observe the transition from liquid to gas.

Optional: Show how gases can be condensed back into liquids using a closed system.

Ask students to explain what is happening at the particle level during melting, boiling, and condensation.

Ask: What is the role of energy (heat) in causing these changes?

Extension: Connect the lesson to real-life applications, like how water evaporates from the surface of lakes and oceans,
or how freezing and melting are used in refrigeration.

Assessment: Ask students to explain how energy affects the particles during phase changes. Check for understanding by
having students explain the phase changes they observed.
Evaluate
(5-10
Objective: minutes)
Assess student understanding of the different states of matter and their characteristics.

Activity: Exit ticket with 3-5 questions.

1. Describe the differences between solids, liquids, and gases in terms of particle arrangement and movement.

2. What happens to the particles in a solid when it melts into a liquid?

3. Give an example of a phase change and describe the process.

Alternative Evaluation: Have students complete a quick matching exercise where they match terms like "fixed shape,"
"variable volume," and "high kinetic energy" to solids, liquids, or gases.

Assessment: Collect and review the exit tickets or matching exercises to check for understanding. Provide feedback in
the next class to clarify any misconceptions.

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