Science 7 Quarter 1

ROUND 1 - FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT

SCIENCE GRADE 7 FAIR-LC7 21st Century Skills Sub 21CS

Competency:
(LC No. 7) Information, Media, and Information
Make accurate measurements using standard Technology Skills Literacy
units for physical quantities and organize the
collected data when carrying out a scientific
investigation.

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Duration: 5 minutes
Instructions:
Read and analyze the following questions about measurement. Select the best answer on
the given choices and write your answer on the space provided before the number.

______1. What is the length of the pencil in millimeter (mm) as shown in the illustration?
A. 30.00 mm
B. 35.00 mm
C. 300.00 mm
D. 350.00 mm

______2. What is the volume of water in cubic centimeter (cm3) as shown in the illustration?
(Note: 1mL = 1cm3)
mL
A. 30 cm3
B. 31 cm3
C. 32 cm3
D. 33 cm3

______3. Which is correct among the following pairs of quantities and their corresponding
standard unit of measurement?
A. length : centimeter
B. mass : kilogram
C. temperature : degree Fahrenheit
B. volume : milliliter

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______4. Which of the following tools would provide the MOST accurate measurement of
volume in liquids?
A. beaker
B. Erlenmeyer flask
C. graduated cylinder
D. measuring cup

______5. Analyze the table and choose the group that showed the MOST precise and accurate
measurement given that the object’s actual mass is 190g.

Mass (g)
Group Average
Trial 1 Trial 2 Trial 3
1 189 195 191 191.67
2 190 192 194 192.00
3 175 190 200 188.33
4 190 189 190 189.67

A. Group 1
B. Group 2
C. Group 3
D. Group 4

Score: _____/5
Range of Score Interpretation
0-1 Beginner – Zero to one correct answer
2-3 Basic – Two to three correct answers
4-5 Competent – Four to five answers are correct

Let’s Record!
After you have checked your score, go ahead and jot it down on the chart that tracks your
progress under Science 7: Quarter 1 Learning Competency No. 7.

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Instructional Corrective

SCIENCE GRADE 7 FAIR-LC7 21st Century Skills Sub 21CS

Competency:
(LC No. 7) Information, Media, and Information Literacy/
Make accurate measurements using Technology Skills Technology Literacy
standard units for physical quantities and
organize the collected data when carrying
out a scientific investigation.

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How to answer the task:

Let us look at the last item and analyze how to answer the question.

5. Analyze the table and choose the group that showed the MOST precise and accurate
measurement given that the object’s actual mass is 190g.

Mass (g)
Group Average
Trial 1 Trial 2 Trial 3
1 189 195 191 191.67
2 190 192 194 192.00
3 175 190 200 188.33
4 190 189 190 189.67

A. Group 1
B. Group 2
C. Group 3
D. Group 4

Explanation:
If you are given a multiple-choice type of test, make sure you carefully read the question
and analyze the given options. Eliminate some options and anchor your answer to ideas which
correspond to the main question.
To have the correct answer for this item, you need to consider the actual mass of the
object and compare it to the average of the obtained measurements. It can be noticed that the
actual mass of the object given is equal to 190g. You need to look at the average of each trial per
group to determine which is nearest to 190g. Group 3 with an average of 192g is 2g far from the
actual mass of the object, while Group 1 and 3 have an average of 191.67g and 188.33g
respectively which is 1.67 away from 190g. This indicates that D. Group 4 with an average of
189.67g nearest to the true value of 190g gave a result which is more accurate than the rest of the
groups. As for precision you need to look at the result for every trial. The measurements which

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are closest to each other are known to be precise. That is the reason why D. Group 4 with
measurements of 190g, 189g, and 190g for Trial 1, 2, 3 respectively has precise measurements.

Duration: 35 minutes
Let’s Read: (25minutes)

One of the keys to success in the conduct of science investigations is accurate reporting
of measurements on observation of events. The metric system, often known as the International
System (SI), is used to define measures of physical quantities such as length, mass, volume, and
temperature.

Length
Length was one of the initial measurements to be standardized with SI unit of meter
(m).With the metric system, you can measure how wide, long, or tall something is in centimeter
(cm), millimeter (mm), meter (m), decimeter (dm), and kilometer (km). Measuring tools such as
ruler, meter stick, caliper, and the likes may be used.

Reading a Metric Ruler.

A metric ruler is the standard measuring instrument in scientific laboratories. Each line
on a metric ruler represents one millimeter (mm). There are 10 millimeters for every centimeter.
Each line on a metric ruler equals 0.10 centimeter or 1 millimeter.

Source:https://www.texasgateway.org/resource/scientific-investigation-and-reasoning-
measurement
Volume
Volume is the quantity of space occupied by matter. The SI unit for volume is the cubic
meter (m³). For liquids, it is measured in liters (L) or milliliters (mL). It is frequently measured
using graduated cylinders, flasks, syringes, and pipettes.

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Reading a Graduated Cylinder

A graduated cylinder is used to measure the volume of liquids commonly expressed in

milliliter (mL). You must remember the following while using a graduated cylinder:

Place the graduated cylinder on a level surface and measure the height
of the liquid with your eyes level with the liquid. The liquid has a
downward-bending tendency. This curvature is referred to as the
meniscus. Examine the measurement at the bottom of the meniscus.

(Note: For mercury (Hg), have your reading at the upper meniscus.)

40mL

Source: https://www.texasgateway.org/resource/measurement

Temperature
Temperature is a measure of an object's hotness or coldness. Following the International
System of Units, Kelvin is considered as the base unit for temperature. Temperature is also
measured in degrees Fahrenheit (oF) and degrees Celsius (oC). Measuring instruments such as a
laboratory thermometer, a clinical thermometer, and a room thermometer may be used.

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Reading a Laboratory Thermometer

When reading the temperature from a thermometer, keep it upright and your eyes level
with the top of the liquid in the glass tube. Avoid touching the glass bulb in the thermometer as
this may affect the actual reading.

Source:
https://www.reachoutmichigan.org/funexperiments/agesubject/lessons/caps/thermometer.html
Mass
The quantity of matter contained in an object is quantified by its mass. In the metric
system, the kilogram (kg) is used to measure mass. A gram, which is 1/1000 of a kilogram, is
commonly used to measure objects of smaller masses. Measuring tools such as triple beam
balance, digital balance, weighing scale and the like may be utilized.

Reading a Digital Balance

Digital balances are devices that accurately measure an object's mass. The number of
places after the decimal point that the scale can be read is referred to as its readability. Because
there are so many different digital balance models available, readability may range from 0.1g to
0.0000001g.

Reading: 7.40g

Source: https://www.instrumentchoice.com.au/news/digital-balances-how-to-read-specifications
Let’s Watch: 5 minutes

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In order to have a full grasp of making accurate measurements with standard units, it is
suggested that you watch the video titled “Units & Physical Quantities” The video may be
accessed and seen on the YouTube platform. Kindly input the title of the video when doing a
search or use the provided link to access the video.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhPQp-GkRwo

Source: EarthPen. (2020, June 8). UNITS & PHYSICAL QUANTITIES | Physics Animation
[Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhPQp-GkRwo

If you are having trouble accessing the video, you may read the summary of the video's
transcript below.
Summary:
The video discusses physical quantities and units. It began with actual measurements such
as 80kg for mass, 20minutes for time, and 10meters for length. The following points are mentioned
in the video:
• A physical amount contains two key components: the magnitude and the unit. For example,
in 80kg, the magnitude is 80 and the unit is kg. In 20 minutes, the magnitude is 20 and the
unit is minutes. In 10 meters, the magnitude is 10 and the unit is meters.
• The seven basic quantities are length, mass, time, electric current, temperature, amount of
substance, and luminous intensity.
• Derived quantities are derived from base quantities that include area, volume, speed, and
acceleration.
•The SI and English Systems are two systems of units.

Let’s Analyze: (5 minutes)

Instructions:
Examine the divisions in the scale of the given laboratory tool in relation to volume as a
physical quantity being measured. Let us have accurate measurement of the liquid with respect
to the graduation of the measuring tool used. Remember to always include the appropriate unit of
measurement.

Question: What is the volume of the water inside the graduated cylinder?

Answer: The volume of the water is 30 mL.

Explanation: First, familiarize yourself with the unit of measurement used

in the graduated cylinder. Then you need to look at the scale on the
graduated cylinder. Find the interval on the given scale and look at the lower
meniscus (lower curvature) of the liquid in the graduated cylinder. Since the
lower meniscus is at 30mL, then the volume of the water is 30mL.

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Feedforward:
Next time that you are given formative assessment involving measurement, make sure to
take note of the following:
o familiarize yourself with the measuring tool you are about to use
o look at the scale of the measuring tool and analyze the division of the scale intervals
o read the measurement at eye level to have accurate readings of the substance or object
being measured
o always include the appropriate measurement unit for the corresponding physical quantity
As we move forward to the next round of assessment, you will be engaged in a scenario of
conducting a science investigation in terms of measuring the height of Tomato plant done in three
trials. You will be asked to get the average of your measurement readings in three trials and you
will be prompted to organize your data in a table.

ROUND 2 - FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT

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SCIENCE GRADE 7 FAIR-LC7 21st Century Skills Sub 21CS

Competency:
(LC No. 7) Information, Media, and Information
Make accurate measurements using Technology Skills Literacy
standard units for physical quantities and
organize the collected data when carrying
out a scientific investigation.
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Duration: 20 minutes
Instructions:
Below is a simple science investigation on the effect of egg shells on the growth of tomato
plants. There are three setups shown labelled as Setup A containing egg shells as fertilizer, Setup
B without fertilizer, and Setup C with commercial fertilizer.
Read the given metric ruler to measure the height of the plants for each setup in three trials.
Record your measurement readings in the table below the given illustrations.

Illustrative Situation: Trial 1 Trial 2 Trial 3

Setup A
(With Eggshell as Fertilizer)

Trial 1 Trial 2 Trial 3

Setup B
(With No Fertilizer)

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Trial 1 Trial 2 Trial 3

Setup C
(With Commercial Fertilizer)

Data Table:
(Fill in the table with your measurement readings in two decimal places.)
To get the average, use the formula:

Height of the Tomato Plants

Setup (cm)
Trial 1 Trial 2 Trial 3 Average
A

B
C

Score: _____/12
Range of score Interpretation

0-4 Beginner – zero to four correct answers are obtained

5-8 Basic – five to eight correct answers are obtained

9-12 Competent – nine to twelve correct answers are obtained

Let’s Record!
After you have checked your score, go ahead and jot it down on the chart that tracks your
progress under Science 7: Quarter 1 Learning Competency No. 7.

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Instructional Mastery

SCIENCE GRADE 7 FAIR-LC7 21st Century Skills Sub 21CS

Competency:
(LC No. 7) Information, Media, and Information
Make accurate measurements using Technology Skills Literacy
standard units for physical quantities and
organize the collected data when carrying
out a scientific investigation.

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How to obtain the answer:

Let us use Setup A as an example for you to be guided how the measurement readings are
obtained.

Refer to the scale of the metric ruler with unit expressed in centimeter (cm). As per the
given illustration the plant’s height in trial 1 is 10.50cm, trial 2 is 11.50cm, and trial 3 is
11.00cm. To get the average, add the three trial readings and divide it by three. This can be
expressed as:

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After getting the necessary measurements, write your measurement readings in the table
that corresponds to the given setup for each trials.
Height of the Tomato Plants
Setup (cm)
Trial 1 Trial 2 Trial 3 Average
A 10.50 11.50 11.00 11.00

B 7.00 6.50 7.50 7.00

C 12.50 11.50 12.00 12.00

Based on the table you can see that we filled it in with the corresponding measurement.
For Trial 1 it is 10.50cm, Trial 2 is 11.50cm, and Trial 3 is 11.00cm with an average equal to
11.00cm.

Duration: 30 minutes

Let’s Read and Study: 20 minutes

Other than length, we have other physical quantities used in measurements which are
essential for scientific investigations. Given below are some fundamental physical quantities and
their respective standard base units of measurement.

Fundamental Quantities SI Unit Symbol

Length meter m
Mass kilogram kg
Time second s
Electric Current Ampere A
Temperature Kelvin K
Amount of Substance mol mol
Luminous Intensity candela cd

As you go along, you will notice that we will just be focusing on four of the common
physical quantities such as length, mass, volume, and temperature. Be it known that volume is a
derived physical quantity which is obtained from base quantity.
Physical Unit of
Description Example Reading
Quantity Measurement
is a measurement
used to determine the meter (m)
Length distance between two centimeter (cm) 3cm
points. It also kilometer (km)
determines the length,

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height, and the width

of an object.

is the amount of
kilogram (kg)
Mass matter contained in an 5g
gram (g)
object

for liquid:
is the measure of the
Volume amount of space 20mL
Liter (L)
occupied by matter
milliliter (mL)

is the measure of Celsius (oC)

Temperature hotness or coldness of Fahrenheit (oF) 27oC
an object Kelvin (K)

On the other hand, data gathered in a scientific investigation can be organized. The process
by which raw data is logically organized is known as data organization. The following are
examples by which you can organize and present the collected data when carrying out a
scientific investigation.
Presentation and Organization of Data in Scientific Investigation
Table:
● Data table allows for the orderly presentation of numerical data, with each row and
column of the table including related data that allows for the comparison of outcomes for
the subjects under observation.

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Pie Chart:
● Pie chart displays data in the form of a circle,
with each slice representing a different
proportion of the total. When all the pieces of the
pie are added together, the total is 100%.

Bar Graph:
● Bar graph displays entire data with rectangular bars whose heights are proportionate to
the values they represent. They are used to compare and contrast various sorts of data or
other metrics of different data categories.

Source: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/bar-
chart-vs-histogram

Line Graph:
● Line graph connects individual data points with lines depicting quantitative data over a
certain time period.

Source:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zqgrd2p/articles/zqv
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Let’s Analyze: 10 minutes

Instructions:
Examine how the collected data in Round 2 of formative assessment was organized in the
form of table and graph.

Table:

Bar Graph:

Key points:
The table shows the numerical data for each setup, with measurements taken in three trials
and the averages. Actual measurement reading values are reflected and readily available for
interpretation and comparison in the table.
On the other hand, a bar graph is one of the ways to organize data obtained in a scientific
investigation which can be used to visually depict data. The bar graph shows how to use bars to
visually display data, with the height of each bar equal to the value of the collected data. The use
of graphs allows for the comparison of setups or observations made for a certain scientific
investigation.

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Feedforward:
You need to note that collected data should be organized for interpretations and analysis as
in the conduct of a scientific investigation. In doing so, you need to remember the following:
● familiarize yourself with the physical quantity you are measuring
● take note of the standard units that must be used
● always include the magnitude and appropriate unit when reporting your measurement
readings

As we move forward to the next round of assessment, you will be engaged in a scenario of
performing activity in terms of measuring length, mass, temperature, and volume of a specific
object/substance. In doing so, recall how measurement readings are done in each of the mentioned
quantities. Collaborate with your group members and be mindful to demonstrate what you have
learned about measurement.

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ROUND 3 ASSESSMENT
SCIENCE GRADE 7 FAIR-LC7 21st Century Skills Sub 21CS
Competency:
(LC No. 7) Information, Media, Information
Make accurate measurements using standard and Technology Literacy
units for physical quantities and organize the Skills
collected data when carrying out a scientific
investigation.

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Duration: 40 minutes
Nature of the Final Product:
There are four stations prepared by your teacher with each station containing a specific
laboratory tool and object/substance to be measured. The type of objects in the stations and their
corresponding measurements are predetermined by your teacher. Your task is to perform accurate
measurements assigned in four stations and organize the collected data in a table for presentation.
Each group is required to submit an accomplished activity sheet. Additionally, each group must
present their work on a Manila paper.
Task Prompt:
1. Your class will be divided into four groups.
2. Three members will take turns in measuring the specific object in each station.
3. Record the measurement in your activity sheet.
Station 1: Length
Student 1 Student 2 Student 3 Average
Group No.__

Station 2: Mass
Student 1 Student 2 Student 3 Average
Group No.__

Station 3: Temperature
Student 1 Student 2 Student 3 Average
Group No.__

Station 4: Volume
Student 1 Student 2 Student 3 Average

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Group No.__

4. The first group will start in Station 1, second in Station 2, third in Station 3, and fourth in
Station 4.

5. Rotation after every five minutes will be done so all groups will be able to gather data
from all four stations.

6. Write your obtained measurement on a Manila paper and present it in front of the class.

Score: _____/12
Criteria Not Met: ____________
Rubric (Criteria):
Criteria 4 3 2 1
Accuracy of All of the 3 of the 2 of the 1 to none of the
Measurement measurement measurement measurement measurement
Reading readings in all 4 readings in all 4 readings in all 4 readings in all 4
stations are accurate stations are stations are stations is
and near to the accurate and accurate and near accurate and near
predetermined true near to the to the to the
value. predetermined predetermined predetermined
true value. true value. true value.
Appropriatenes All of the 3 of the 2 of the 1 to none of the
s of measurement measurement measurement measurement
Measurement readings in all 4 readings in all 4 readings in all 4 readings in all 4
Units stations are reported stations are stations are stations is
with the correct unit reported with reported with the reported with the
intended for a the correct unit correct unit correct unit
specific physical intended for a intended for a intended for a
quantity. specific specific physical specific physical
physical quantity. quantity.
quantity.
Organization All of the 3 of the 2 of the 1 to none of the
of Collected measurement measurement measurement measurement
Data readings for each readings for readings for each readings for each
quantity are each quantity quantity are quantity is
organized and are organized organized and organized and
presented in the and presented in presented in the presented in the
table. the table. table. table.

Range of Score Interpretation

0-4 Beginner – Few of the criteria are met

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5-8 Basic – About half of criteria are met

9-12 Competent – Majority of the criteria are met

Let’s Record!
After you have checked your score, go ahead and jot it down on the chart that tracks your
progress under Science 7: Quarter 1 Learning Competency No. 10.

ANSWER KEY

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