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Learner’s Packet

SCIENCE 4
K to 12 BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAM

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Learner’s Packet
Name: _________________________________________________
Section: ____________________ Date: ______________________

SCIENCE 4
(Q2_LP 1)

BACKGROUND INFORMATION FOR LEARNERS:

Human body is composed of different major organs which

perform important functions. These are the bones, muscles, stomach,
intestines, kidneys, liver, heart, lungs, and brain.

Bones provide support for our bodies and help

form our shape. Although they are light, bones
are strong enough to support our entire weight.
They protect delicate organs in the body. The
skull helps protect the brain. The backbones
protect the spinal cord. The ribs form a protective
cage around the heart and lungs. The pelvic
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bones support our body when we sit.

Muscles form the fleshy parts of the body. They

enable our body to move. They also give shape
and forms to our body. Muscles are voluntary or
involuntary. Voluntary muscles are muscles that
you can control, like your arms, legs, face
muscles, etc. Involuntary muscles are controlled
by nervous system like the smooth muscles in the
walls of the stomach, esophagus, diaphragm, and
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 Stomach is a sack-like container of food made
from involuntary muscles. It contracts and relaxes
to digest food. Foods are squeezed, churned, and
twisted in the stomach. Food stays in the stomach
stays for four hours until the food turns into a thick
liquid. Stomach contains digestive juices like
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pepsin to make digestion fast.
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1.

Intestines are a long, continuous tube running

from the stomach to the anus. The small intestine
is about 2.5 cm wide, and 7 m long coiled which
contains digestive juices and other enzymes that
completely digests food and absorbs digested
nutrients. The large intestine is about 1.5 m long
which absorbs water and salts from the material
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any waste products left over. 2.

Kidneys are bean-shaped paired organs which

are about 4 to 5 inches long and 2 to 3 inches
wide. The kidneys remove urea from the blood
through tiny filtering units called nephrons. They
perform two major functions in the urinary
system. First, they remove liquid waste from the
blood in the form of urine. Second, they also
keep a stable balance of salts and other
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substances in the blood and produce a hormone
that aids the formation of blood cells.

Liver is a large meaty organ that sits just under

your rib cage on the right side of your abdomen.
It regulates most chemical levels in the blood and
excretes a product called bile. This helps carry
away waste products from the liver. All the blood
leaving the stomach and intestines passes
through the liver. The liver processes this blood
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nutrients and metabolizes drugs into forms that 4.

are easier to use for the rest of the body or that

are nontoxic.

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 Heart is a hollow muscular organ located between
lungs and it is protected by the ribcage. It is about the
size of your fist and located in the middle of the chest
cavity. The beating of the heart is due to the
contraction of your heart muscles. The cardiac
muscles are contracting involuntarily. It continues to
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pump blood as long as the person lives and even
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while we are sleeping.

Lungs are pyramid-shaped, paired organs

located on either side of the chest. Their main
function is exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide
with the blood. The lungs filter the oxygen that
enters our body because it contains a filtering
structure to ensure that the heart receives clean
oxygen from the lungs. The carbon dioxide as a
waste material of the body is removed from the https://www.vectorstock.com/royalty-free-vector/lung-
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body through the lungs.

Brain is a highly complex organ of human beings.
It weighs about 1.5 kilograms and contains
billions of neurons. It controls the involuntary
activities of the body like thinking, solving
problems, and memorizing details and decision
making. It controls the muscle movement of the
body like walking and writing. It coordinates
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muscular actions. It is responsible for man’s
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ability to learn habits and develop skills

LEARNING COMPETENCY WITH CODE:

MELC: Describe the main function of the major organs

CG LC/ Code: S4LT-Ia-b-1
1. Describe the important features of the major organs
2. Describe the main functions of bones, muscles, stomach,
intestines, kidneys, liver, heart, lungs, and brain

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 ACTIVITIES/ EXERCISES:

ACTIVITY 1: Which Major Organ Is It?

DIRECTIONS: Solve the crossword puzzle. Find out the name of
major organ being described in each clue. Write the answers in
the boxes.

Down
1. long coiled tube which contains digestives and other enzymes
3. fleshy parts that give shape and form to the human body
5. highly complex organ which contains billions of neurons
6. light but strong enough to support the entire weight of the body
9. hollow muscular organ like the size of your fist located between lungs

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 Across
2. sack-like container of food made from involuntary muscles
4. two bean-shaped organs about 4 to 5 inches long and 2 to 3
inches wide
7. large meaty organ that sits on the right side of the abdomen
8. pyramid-shaped, paired organs located on either side of the chest
10. about 1.5 m long which absorbs water and salts from the
undigested food

GUIDE QUESTION:
1. What are the different major organs in the human body?
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________

ACTIVITY 2: Which Function Is It?

DIRECTIONS: Label the major organs of the human body in the
diagram and write their functions. Use the WORD BANK below.

Major Organs Main Functions

Stomach completely digests the food

Small intestine filters blood and produces bile

Large intestine control center of the body

Kidneys absorbs water and salts from the undigested food

Liver pumps blood throughout the body

Heart turns the food into a thick liquid

Lungs filters blood and produces urine

Brain takes in oxygen and removes carbon dioxide

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GUIDE QUESTION:
1. What do the major organs do in our body?
________________________________________________

REFLECTION:

I understand that _________________________________________

_______________________________________________________.

I want to learn more about _________________________________

_______________________________________________________.

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 REFERENCES FOR LEARNERS:

Textbook:
Department of Education. (2015) Science 4, Learner’s Materials. Pasig
City: Instructional Materials Secretariat (DepEd-IMCS): 5th Floor Mabini Building.,
DepEd Complex Meralco Avenue, Pasig City Philippines 1600.

Module:
Yarte, Katherine D. 2020. Science 4 – Quarter 2 - Module 1: Describe
the Main Functions of the Major Organs. Department of Education. Region V –
Bicol.

Internet Sources:
https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/bones-muscles-joints.html
https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/picture-of-the-intestines
https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Human_Biology/Book%3A_Human_Biology_(Waki
m_and_Grewal)/10%3A_Introduction_to_the_Human_Body/10.4%3A_Human_Organs_
and_Organ_Systems

ANSWER KEY:

DEVELOPMENT TEAM

Author/ Writer: Shayne M. Monilla

Content Editor: Timmy L. Manzanilla
Language Editor: Jefrey L. Manrique
Education Program Supervisor: Jade O. Alberto, EdD

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SMILE
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Learner’s Packet

Name: _________________________________________________
Section: ____________________ Date: ______________________

SCIENCE 4
(Q2_LP2)

BACKGROUND INFORMATION FOR LEARNERS:

You have learned in the previous lesson the different major

organs in the human body and their specific functions. These major
organs work together to make the body function properly. For example,
muscles and bones work in pairs to make our body move.

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The muscles are attached to the bones by tough connective

tissues called tendons. Many muscles are attached to the ends of
bones that meet at a joint. When the muscles contract, they pull on the
bones, causing them to move. Our joints and muscles allow our bones
to move.

In the succeeding activities, you are expected to communicate

how major organ is connected to another major organ to work or

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function properly in the body. Use what you have learned about the
specific functions of the different major organs.

LEARNING COMPETENCY WITH CODE:

MELC: Communicate that the major organs work together to

make the body function properly
CG LC/ Code: S4LT-IIa-b-2
1. Communicate that one major organ is connected to
another major to function properly in the body

ACTIVITIES/ EXERCISES:

ACTIVITY 1: Internal Line of Connection

WHAT YOU NEED: Human Body Model marker
WHAT TO DO:
1. Study the different major organs in the “Human Body Model”
2. Identify four pairs of organs that work together.
3. Draw a line using the marker to connect the two organs in
each pair.
4. Explain how the two organs in each pair relate to each other.
5. Use the table below in presenting how the two organs are
connected and work together to function properly in the body.
Organ 1 Connection Organ 2
Pair 1

Pair 2

Pair 3

Pair 4

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 Human Body Model

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GUIDE QUESTIONS:
1. What two organs did you connect?

___________________ and _____________________

___________________ and _____________________

___________________ and _____________________

___________________ and _____________________

2. How did you relate one major organ to another?

___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________

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Rubric for Scoring
Category 3 2 1 Score
Able to follow Able to follow the Did not follow the
Following
correctly all the procedures but procedures
the
given with some errors correctly
procedures
procedures
Able to Able to connect 2 Able to connect
Connecting connect 3 to 4 pairs of major only 1 pair of
two major pairs of major organs correctly major organs
organs organs correctly
correctly
Answered all Gave incomplete Answered only
Answering
the guide answers to the one guide
the guide
questions guide questions question correctly
questions
correctly.
Total

ACTIVITY 2: Organs Scenario

INSTRUCTIONS: Read carefully the given scenario. Identify the
three organs that work together in the scenario. Write the name
of organs in the circles.

The blood which contains nutrients that were absorbed by the

villi of the small intestines; and the oxygen which came from the
lungs, will be pumped by the heart to the different parts of the body
in order to function properly.

GUIDE QUESTIONS:
1. Is one organ exclusively connected to only one organ?
___________________________________________________
2. What happens if one organ does not work properly?

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 ___________________________________________________

REFLECTION:

I understand that _________________________________________

_______________________________________________________.

I want to learn more about _________________________________

_______________________________________________________.

REFERENCES FOR LEARNERS:

Textbook:
Department of Education. (2015) Science 4, Learner’s Materials. Pasig
City: Instructional Materials Secretariat (DepEd-IMCS): 5th Floor Mabini Building.,
DepEd Complex Meralco Avenue, Pasig City Philippines 1600.

Internet Sources:
https://www.vectorstock.com/royalty-free-vector/human-body-and-organs-
systems-infographic-vector-18811502

ANSWER KEY:

Activity 1: Internal Line of Connection

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 DEVELOPMENT TEAM

Author/ Writer: Shayne M. Monilla

Content Editor: Timmy L. Manzanilla
Language Editor: Jefrey L. Manrique
Education Program Supervisor: Jade O. Alberto, EdD

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Learner’s Packet

Name: _________________________________________________
Section: ____________________ Date: ______________________

SCIENCE 4
(Q2_LP3)

BACKGROUND INFORMATION FOR LEARNERS:

Plants are everywhere. They play a vital role in the community.

They are the silent workers of our planet. Plants provide us with clean
air, fresh water, healthy food, and a number of things. Plants are a
major factor in all phases of a living bygones life; be it small or big,
young or old, or living on land or it water.
Plants are classified according to their habitat: terrestrial and
aquatic. Plants that grow on land are called Terrestrial Plants or Land
Plants. The term terrestrial came from a Latin root terra, which means
"earth, land”. Most of the Terrestrial plants have stomata on the
bottoms of their leaves and have long roots. The roots of terrestrial
plants are planted deeply in the soil. These roots help to stabilize the
plants and draw minerals and any needed moisture from the soil.
These plants can't survive if immersed or submerged in water as they'll
become waterlogged and die.

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 Plants that grow in water are called Aquatic Plants. They are
called Aquatic because they live in or under water and the term aquatic
itself means ‘water’. Aquatic plants have their leaves near or under the
water. Plants that live completely under water obtain carbon dioxide
from the water. When they release oxygen tiny air bubbles can be
gathering around them. These plants have short but branched out roots
which allows them to float under or over the water. Some of the
examples include lotus, water hyacinth.

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In environments where heavy rain or flooding is common, plants

that can survive both dry or wet conditions straddle the line between
aquatic and terrestrial. There are terrestrial plants that can survive
periods of heavy rain or waterlogging and still survive; however, these
wouldn't be considered aquatic plants. Many species of terrestrial
plants can tolerate submersion or inundation of water for a short period,
but prolonged exposure often results in death.
There are many similarities between aquatic and terrestrial
plants. Both varieties of the plant are green, with leaves, roots and the
ability to flower. Land plants are typically taller than wide and have a
branched root system. Water plants are typically wider and have
spongier leaves, which allow the plant to float on water. Aquatic plants
don't root down into the soil. Their roots hang in the water and they're
able to move around.
Specialized structures are important to plants in order to adapt to
their environment. Thorns and hairs are examples of specialized
structures among some plants. The water lily has thick and buoyant
leaves while lotus leaves are flat and broad. Water lilies have wide flat
leaves that help distribute weight over a large area thus helping them

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float. The water hyacinth has long roots so that they can reach the soil
under the water. Knowing its unique structures is amazing! Growing
them in our backyard would be easier if we are familiar with their
characteristics.
This learning packet was designed and written for you to help you
master the characteristics and specialized structures of terrestrial and
aquatic plants. Get ready because you will enter “Plants’ Kingdom”.
Have fun and enjoy the activities provided just for you.

LEARNING COMPETENCY WITH CODE:

MELC: Identify the specialized structures of terrestrial and

aquatic Plants
CG LC/ Code: S4LT-IIe-f-9

ACTIVITIES/ EXERCISES:

DIRECTIONS: Perform the activities stated below. Read the

instructions very well and make sure you answer all the guide
questions that follow.

ACTIVITY 1: Plants’ Special Structures

WHAT TO DO:
1.Study each plant below.
2. Read each sentence from the box and be able to write the
specialized structure which will describe each picture.
3. Write your answers on the spaces provided.

• They have fruits with pungent odor.

• Noted for unpleasant smell of flowers yet attract flies to pollinate.
• It has a thick cuticle that filter strong light and guards against
excessive water loss.
• It has a sharp leaf that might cause you harm.
• It has spines on their leaves.
• It has fleshy stems to conserve water for a long time.
• Their leaves and fruits have strong smelling oils that have
unpleasant taste.

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 PLANTS SPECIALIZED STRUCTURE

DURIAN
https://delishably.com/fruits/Durian-The-King-of-Fruits

KALUMPANG TREE
https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-fruit-of-the-kalumpang-tree-sterculia-
megistophylla-at-the-rainforest-130856875.html

BIRD OF PARADISE
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/bird-of-paradise-
plant-types.htm

TALAHIB OR COGON
https://www.flickr.com/photos/ricsamanion/4081472179

PINEAPPLE
https://www.livescience.com/45487-pineapple-nutrition.html

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 CACTUS
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen/cactus-
landscaping.htm

CITRUS PLANT
https://deepgreenpermaculture.com/2019/03/10/citrus-problems-why-is-my-citrus-
tree-dying/

GUIDE QUESTIONS:
1. What are the importance of specialized structures of plants?
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________

2. Do you think their specialized structures affect the way they live?
Why? Why not?
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________

3. Why do you say they are harmful?

_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________

4. What should you do in case you encounter some plants with these
kinds of specialized structures?
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________

ACTIVITY 2: Think About This!

Mang Juan is a farmer. Last month, he planted his field with

sugarcane and corn. Every weekend, he visits his plants to remove
weeds. He also cultivates the soil by means of plow. He uses shirts
with long sleeves so that his skin won’t brushes against the leaves of

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