The Nature of Matter Workbook (Grade 9 Ontario Science SNC1W)

This workbook contains Strand C: The Nature of Matter worksheets for the new 2022 de-streamed Grade 9 Ontario Science curriculum (SNC1W). This workbook contains informational texts, thinking questions, science investigations, experiments, and a culminating unit test.

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the nature of matter, including the structure of the atom, physical and chemical properties of common elements and compounds, and the organization of elements in the periodic table. Topics covered include pure substances and mixtures, scientific discoveries related to matter, the periodic table of elements, solubility of substances, saturation, density, physical and chemical properties, Bohr-Rutherford diagrams, and more!

Interactive, hands-on activities are explained, with follow-up worksheets included. There is a variety of readings, long and short answer questions, and creative writing activities included to create a varied workbook suitable for many learning styles.

To support assessment practices, Ontario curriculum expectations (Strand A and C) are clearly identified on each page. A quiz is included at the end of the workbook.