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Science for Grade 7
1 Introduction to Science
1-1 Definition of Science
1-2 Importance of Science in Daily Life
1-3 Scientific Method
1-3 1 Observation
1-3 2 Hypothesis
1-3 3 Experimentation
1-3 4 Analysis
1-3 5 Conclusion
2 Matter and Its Properties
2-1 States of Matter
2-1 1 Solid
2-1 2 Liquid
2-1 3 Gas
2-2 Properties of Matter
2-2 1 Mass
2-2 2 Volume
2-2 3 Density
2-2 4 Solubility
2-3 Changes in Matter
2-3 1 Physical Changes
2-3 2 Chemical Changes
2-4 Mixtures and Solutions
2-4 1 Types of Mixtures
2-4 2 Separation Techniques
3 Force and Motion
3-1 Types of Forces
3-1 1 Gravitational Force
3-1 2 Frictional Force
3-1 3 Magnetic Force
3-1 4 Electrostatic Force
3-2 Motion
3-2 1 Speed and Velocity
3-2 2 Acceleration
3-2 3 Newton's Laws of Motion
3-2 3-1 First Law (Inertia)
3-2 3-2 Second Law (Force and Acceleration)
3-2 3-3 Third Law (Action and Reaction)
4 Energy
4-1 Forms of Energy
4-1 1 Kinetic Energy
4-1 2 Potential Energy
4-1 3 Thermal Energy
4-1 4 Electrical Energy
4-1 5 Light Energy
4-1 6 Sound Energy
4-2 Energy Conversion
4-2 1 Mechanical to Electrical
4-2 2 Chemical to Thermal
4-2 3 Light to Electrical
4-3 Conservation of Energy
5 Heat and Temperature
5-1 Temperature
5-1 1 Measurement of Temperature
5-1 2 Temperature Scales
5-2 Heat Transfer
5-2 1 Conduction
5-2 2 Convection
5-2 3 Radiation
5-3 Effects of Heat
5-3 1 Expansion
5-3 2 Change of State
6 Light and Sound
6-1 Light
6-1 1 Sources of Light
6-1 2 Reflection
6-1 3 Refraction
6-1 4 Lenses and Mirrors
6-2 Sound
6-2 1 Production of Sound
6-2 2 Properties of Sound
6-2 3 Reflection of Sound
6-2 4 Applications of Sound
7 Earth and Space
7-1 Earth's Structure
7-1 1 Crust
7-1 2 Mantle
7-1 3 Core
7-2 Earth's Atmosphere
7-2 1 Layers of the Atmosphere
7-2 2 Weather and Climate
7-3 Solar System
7-3 1 Planets
7-3 2 Sun
7-3 3 Moon
7-4 Space Exploration
7-4 1 Rockets
7-4 2 Satellites
7-4 3 Space Stations
8 Living Organisms and Ecosystems
8-1 Classification of Living Organisms
8-1 1 Kingdoms
8-1 2 Species
8-2 Ecosystems
8-2 1 Components of an Ecosystem
8-2 2 Food Chains and Webs
8-3 Adaptations
8-3 1 Physical Adaptations
8-3 2 Behavioral Adaptations
8-4 Human Impact on Ecosystems
8-4 1 Pollution
8-4 2 Conservation Efforts
9 Health and Nutrition
9-1 Human Body Systems
9-1 1 Circulatory System
9-1 2 Respiratory System
9-1 3 Digestive System
9-1 4 Nervous System
9-2 Nutrition
9-2 1 Essential Nutrients
9-2 2 Balanced Diet
9-3 Diseases and Prevention
9-3 1 Infectious Diseases
9-3 2 Non-infectious Diseases
9-3 3 Hygiene and Prevention
10 Environmental Science
10-1 Natural Resources
10-1 1 Renewable Resources
10-1 2 Non-renewable Resources
10-2 Pollution
10-2 1 Air Pollution
10-2 2 Water Pollution
10-2 3 Soil Pollution
10-3 Sustainable Development
10-3 1 Importance of Sustainability
10-3 2 Sustainable Practices
10-4 Climate Change
10-4 1 Causes of Climate Change
10-4 2 Effects of Climate Change
10-4 3 Mitigation Strategies
8.1 Classification of Living Organisms

Understanding the Classification of Living Organisms

Key Concepts

1. Taxonomy

Taxonomy is the science of classifying living organisms into groups based on shared characteristics. It helps in organizing and understanding the diversity of life on Earth.

2. Kingdoms

Living organisms are classified into five main kingdoms: Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia. Each kingdom includes organisms with similar characteristics.

3. Domains

More recently, scientists have introduced a three-domain system: Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya. This system provides a more detailed classification based on cellular structure and genetic information.

4. Phyla (in Animals) and Divisions (in Plants)

Within each kingdom, organisms are further classified into phyla (for animals) or divisions (for plants). These groups are based on more specific characteristics.

5. Classes

Organisms within a phylum or division are grouped into classes. Classes are defined by specific features such as body structure, reproduction methods, and other biological traits.

6. Orders

Classes are divided into orders, which include organisms with even more specific shared characteristics. Orders help in narrowing down the classification.

7. Families

Orders are further divided into families. Families include organisms that are closely related and share many common features, such as similar body structures and behaviors.

8. Genera and Species

Families are divided into genera, and each genus contains one or more species. Species are the most specific classification level and include organisms that can interbreed to produce fertile offspring.

Explanation of Each Concept

1. Taxonomy

Taxonomy is essential for understanding the relationships between different organisms. By classifying organisms into groups, scientists can study their evolution, ecology, and interactions more effectively.

2. Kingdoms

The five kingdoms help in broadly categorizing organisms based on their cellular structure, mode of nutrition, and other fundamental characteristics. For example, animals (Animalia) are multicellular, heterotrophic, and have specialized tissues.

3. Domains

The three-domain system provides a more detailed classification by considering the cellular structure and genetic information. For instance, Archaea and Bacteria are single-celled organisms with different types of cell walls, while Eukarya includes multicellular organisms.

4. Phyla (in Animals) and Divisions (in Plants)

Phyla and divisions help in grouping organisms with more specific characteristics. For example, the phylum Chordata includes animals with a notochord, such as vertebrates, while the division Magnoliophyta includes flowering plants.

5. Classes

Classes further refine the classification by focusing on specific features. For example, within the phylum Chordata, the class Mammalia includes mammals, which are characterized by the presence of mammary glands.

6. Orders

Orders provide a more detailed classification by grouping organisms with even more specific shared characteristics. For example, within the class Mammalia, the order Carnivora includes carnivorous mammals like lions and tigers.

7. Families

Families include closely related organisms that share many common features. For example, within the order Carnivora, the family Felidae includes cats, which are characterized by their retractable claws and flexible spine.

8. Genera and Species

Genera and species are the most specific classification levels. For example, within the family Felidae, the genus Panthera includes species like the lion (Panthera leo) and the tiger (Panthera tigris).

Examples and Analogies

Example 1: Kingdom Animalia

Think of the kingdom Animalia as a large family reunion. All the animals, from tiny insects to large mammals, are part of this reunion, sharing fundamental characteristics like being multicellular and heterotrophic.

Example 2: Class Mammalia

Imagine the class Mammalia as a group of friends who all have similar hobbies, like playing sports. They share specific features like having hair and mammary glands, just as mammals share these characteristics.

Analogy: Classification as a Puzzle

Think of the classification of living organisms as a giant puzzle. Each piece of the puzzle represents a different organism, and by fitting these pieces together based on shared characteristics, we can see the bigger picture of life on Earth.

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