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Core Ideas for Knowing Science
Core Ideas for Knowing Science
Physical Science
P1: All matter in the Universe is made of very small particles.
E1: The composition of the Earth and its atmosphere and the natural and human processes occurring within them shape the Earth’s surface and its climate.
U1: Scientists explain phenomena using evidence obtained from observations and or scientific investigations. Evidence may lead to developing models and or theories to make sense of phenomena. As new evidence is discovered, models and theories can be revised.
Seventh Grade: Focus on Patterns; Cause and Effect; Structure and Function
Seventh Grade: Focus on Patterns; Cause and Effect; Structure and Function
Physical Sciences: Students will explore how cause and effect take place within and between a wide variety of force and motion systems from forces on individual objects to the forces that shape our Earth.
Physical Science Standards
7.P2U1.1. Collect and analyze data demonstrating how electromagnetic forces can be attractive or repulsive and can vary in strength.
7.P3U1.3. Plan and carry out an investigation that can support an evidence-based explanation of how objects on Earth are affected by gravitational force.
Earth and Space Sciences: Students develop an understanding of the patterns of energy flowing along with matter cycling within and among the Earth’s systems.
Earth and Space Standards
7.E1U1.5. Construct a model that shows the cycling of matter and flow of energy in the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere.
7.E1U1.6. Construct a model to explain how the distribution of fossils and rocks, continental shapes, and seafloor structures provides evidence of the past plate motions.
7.L1U1.8. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to provide evidence that all living things are made of cells, cells come from existing cells, and cells are the basic structural and functional unit of all living things.