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PA.3.Science and Technology and Engineering Education
Science and Technology and Engineering Education
3.1. Biological Sciences3.1.A. Organisms and Cells3.1.12.A1. Relate changes in the environment to various organisms' ability to compensate using homeostatic mechanisms.
3.1.12.A2. Evaluate how organisms must derive energy from their environment or their food in order to survive.
3.1.12.A4. Explain how the cell cycle is regulated.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis
3.1.12.A5. Analyze how structure is related to function at all levels of biological organization from molecules to organisms.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Cells
3.1.12.A7a. Evaluate metabolic activities using experimental knowledge of enzymes.
3.1.12.A7b. Describe the potential impact of stem cell research on the biochemistry and physiology of life.
3.1.12.A8. (CHANGE AND CONSTANCY) Describe and interpret dynamic changes in stable systems.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis
3.1.B. Genetics3.1.12 B5. (PATTERNS) Relate the monomer structure of biomacromolecules to their functional roles.
3.1.12.B1. Explain gene inheritance and expression at the molecular level.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis
3.1.12.B2. Evaluate the process of sexual reproduction in influencing genetic variability in a population.
3.1.12.B3a. Analyze gene expression at the molecular level.
3.1.12.B4. Evaluate the societal impact of genetic engineering techniques and applications.
3.1.C. Evolution3.1.12.C2. Analyze how genotypic and phenotypic variation can result in adaptations that influence an organism's success in an environment.
3.1.12.C3. (CONSTANCY AND CHANGE) Analyze the evidence to support various theories of evolution (gradualism, punctuated equilibrium). Evaluate survival of the fittest in terms of species that have remained unchanged over long periods of time.
3.2. Physical Sciences: Chemistry and Physics3.2.A. Chemistry3.2.12.A1b. Compare and contrast the unique properties of water to other liquids.
3.2.12.A2a. Distinguish among the isotopic forms of elements.
3.2.12.A4a. Apply oxidation/reduction principles to electrochemical reactions.
3.2.12.A5b. (CONSTANCY AND CHANGE) Predict the shift in equilibrium when a system is subjected to a stress.
3.2.B. Physics3.2.12.B1. Analyze the principles of rotational motion to solve problems relating to angular momentum and torque.
3.2.12.B2a. Explain how energy flowing through an open system can be lost.
3.2.12.B2b. Demonstrate how the law of conservation of momentum and conservation of energy provide alternate approaches to predict and describe the motion of objects.
3.2.12.B3. Describe the relationship between the average kinetic molecular energy, temperature, and phase changes.
3.2.12.B5a. Research how principles of wave transmissions are used in a wide range of technologies.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
3.2.12.B5b. Research technologies that incorporate principles of wave transmission.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
3.2.12.B6. (CONSTANCY/CHANGE) Compare and contrast motions of objects using forces and conservation laws.
3.3. Earth and Space Sciences3.3.A. Earth Structure, Processes and Cycles3.3.12.A1a. Explain how parts are related to other parts in weather systems, solar systems, and earth systems, including how the output from one part can become an input to another part.
3.3.12.A1b. Analyze the processes that cause the movement of material in the Earth's systems.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Rocks
3.3.12.A1c. Classify Earth's internal and external sources of energy such as radioactive decay, gravity, and solar energy.
3.3.12.A2a. Analyze the availability, location, and extraction of Earth's resources.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Oceans
3.3.12.A2b. Evaluate the impact of using renewable and nonrenewable energy resources on the Earth's system.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Oceans
3.3.12.A3. Describe the absolute and relative dating methods used to measure geologic time, such as index fossils, radioactive dating, law of superposition, and crosscutting relationships.
3.3.12.A4a. Classify Earth's internal and external sources of energy such as radioactive decay, gravity, and solar energy.
3.3.12.A4b. Relate the transfer of energy through radiation, conduction, and convection to global atmospheric processes.
3.3.12.A6a. Explain how the unequal heating of the Earth's surface leads to atmospheric global circulation changes, climate, local short term changes, and weather.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Climate
3.3.12.A6b. Relate the transfer of energy through radiation, conduction, and convection to global atmospheric processes.
3.3.12.A7a. (MODELS) Interpret and analyze a combination of ground-based observations, satellite data, and computer models to demonstrate Earth systems and their interconnections.
3.3.12.A7b. (CONSTANCY/CHANGE) Infer how human activities may impact the natural course of Earth's cycles.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Oceans
3.3.12.A7c. (PATTERNS) Summarize the use of data in understanding seismic events, meteorology, and geologic time.
3.3.B. Origin and Evolution of the Universe3.3.12.B1b. Analyze the influence of gravity on the formation and life cycles of galaxies, including our own Milky Way galaxy; stars; planetary systems; and residual material left from the creation of the solar system.
3.3.12.B2a. (MODELS AND SCALE) Apply mathematical models and computer simulations to study evidence collected relating to the extent and composition of the universe.
3.3.12.B2b. (PATTERNS AND CONSTANCY AND CHANGE) Analyze the evidence supporting theories of the origin of the universe to predict its future.
3.4. Technology and Engineering Education3.4.A. The Scope of Technology3.4.12.A3. Demonstrate how technological progress promotes the advancement of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
3.4.B. Technology and Society3.4.12.B1. Analyze ethical, social, economic, and cultural considerations as related to the development, selection, and use of technologies.
3.4.E. The Designed World3.4.12.E1. Compare and contrast the emerging technologies of telemedicine, nanotechnology, prosthetics, and biochemistry as they relate to improving human health.
3.4.12.E3. Compare and contrast energy and power systems as they relate to pollution, renewable and non-renewable resources, and conservation.
3.4.12.E6. Compare and contrast the importance of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) as it pertains to the manufactured world.
PA.4.Environment and Ecology
4.1. Ecology4.1.12.A. Analyze the significance of biological diversity in an ecosystem.4.1.12.A.1. Explain how species adapt to limiting factors in an ecosystem.
4.1.12.C. Research how humans affect energy flow within an ecosystem.4.1.12.C.1. Describe the impact of industrial, agricultural, and commercial enterprises on an ecosystem.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Oceans
4.2. Watersheds and Wetlands4.2.12.C. Analyze the effects of policies and regulations at various governmental levels on water quality.4.2.12.C.1. Assess the intended and unintended effects of public polices and regulations relating to water quality.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Oceans
4.3. Natural Resources4.3.12.A. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using renewable and nonrenewable resources.4.3.12.A.1. Explain how consumption rate affects the sustainability of resource use.
4.3.12.A.2. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using renewable resources such as solar power, wind power, and biofuels.
4.3.12.B. Analyze factors that influence the local, regional, national, and global availability of natural resources.4.3.12.B.1. Compare the use of natural resources in different countries.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Oceans
4.3.12.B.2. Analyze the social, economic, and political factors that affect the distribution of natural resources (e.g., wars, political systems, classism, racism).Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Oceans
4.5. Humans and the Environment4.5.12.A. Research how technology influences the sustainable use of natural resources.4.5.12.A.1. Analyze how consumer demands drive the development of technology enabling the sustainable use of natural resources.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals
4.5.12.C. Analyze the costs and benefits of means to control pollution.4.5.12.C.1. Analyze the role of technology in the reduction of pollution.
4.5.12.E. Analyze how consumer demands promote the production of pollutants that affect human health.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Oceans
PA.B.Biology - Science and Technology and Engineering Education
Biology - Science and Technology and Engineering Education
3.1. Biological Sciences3.1.A. Organisms and Cells3.1.B.A1b. Compare and contrast the cellular structures and degrees of complexity of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms.
3.1.B.A2a. Identify the initial reactants, final products, and general purposes of photosynthesis and cellular respiration.
3.1.B.A2b. Explain the important role of ATP in cell metabolism.
3.1.B.A2c. Describe the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration in photosynthetic organisms.
3.1.B.A2d. Explain why many biological macromolecules such as ATP and lipids contain high energy bonds.
3.1.B.A2e. Explain the importance of enzymes as catalysts in cell reactions.
3.1.B.A2f. Identify how factors such as pH and temperature may affect enzyme function.
3.1.B.A3. Explain how all organisms begin their life cycles as a single cell and that in multicellular organisms, successive generations of embryonic cells form by cell division.
3.1.B.A4a. Summarize the stages of the cell cycle.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis
3.1.B.A4b. Examine how interactions among the different molecules in the cell cause the distinct stages of the cell cycle which can also be influenced by other signaling molecules.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis
3.1.B.A4c. Explain the role of mitosis in the formation of new cells and its importance in maintaining chromosome number during asexual reproduction.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis
3.1.B.A4d. Compare and contrast a virus and a cell. Relate the stages of viral cycles to the cell cycle.
3.1.B.A5a. Relate the structure of cell organelles to their function (energy capture and release, transport, waste removal, protein synthesis, movement, etc).Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Cells Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis
3.1.B.A5c. Explain how the cell membrane functions as a regulatory structure and protective barrier for the cell.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Cells
3.1.B.A5d. Describe transport mechanisms across the plasma membrane.
3.1.B.A7a. Analyze the importance of carbon to the structure of biological macromolecules.
3.1.B.A7b. Compare and contrast the functions and structures of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids.
3.1.B.A8a. (CHANGE AND CONSTANCY) Recognize that systems within cells and multicellular organisms interact to maintain homeostasis.
3.1.B. Genetics3.1.B.B1a. Explain that the information passed from parents to offspring is transmitted by means of genes which are coded in DNA molecules.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis
3.1.B.B1b. Explain the basic process of DNA replication.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis
3.1.B.B1c. Describe the basic processes of transcription and translation.
3.1.B.B1d. Explain how crossing over, jumping genes, and deletion and duplication of genes results in genetic variation.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis
3.1.B.B1e. Explain how mutations can alter genetic information and the possible consequences on resultant cells.
3.1.B.B2a. Describe how the process of meiosis results in the formation of haploid gametes and analyze the importance of meiosis in sexual reproduction.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis
3.1.B.B2b. Compare and contrast the function of mitosis and meiosis.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis
3.1.B.B2c. Illustrate that the sorting and recombining of genes in sexual reproduction results in a great variety of possible gene combinations in offspring.
3.1.B.B3a. Describe the basic structure of DNA, including the role of hydrogen bonding.
3.1.B.B3b. Explain how the process of DNA replication results in the transmission and conservation of the genetic code.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis
3.1.B.B3c. Describe how transcription and translation result in gene expression.
3.1.B.B3d. Differentiate among the end products of replication, transcription, and translation.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis
3.1.B.B3e. Cite evidence to support that the genetic code is universal.
3.1.B.B4. Explain how genetic technologies have impacted the fields of medicine, forensics, and agriculture
3.1.B.B5b. (PATTERNS) Distinguish among observed inheritance patterns caused by several types of genetic traits (dominant, recessive, codominant, sex-linked, polygenic, incomplete dominance, multiple alleles)
3.1.B.B5c. (CONSTANCY AND CHANGE) Explain how the processes of replication, transcription, and translation are similar in all organisms.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis
3.1.B.B5d. (CONSTANCY AND CHANGE) Explain how gene actions, patterns of heredity, and reproduction of cells and organisms account for the continuity of life.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis
3.1.B.B5e. (SCALE) Demonstrate how inherited characteristics can be observed at the molecular, cellular, and organism levels.
3.1.C. Evolution3.1.B.C1c. Explain how evolution through natural selection can result in changes in biodiversity through the increase or decrease of genetic diversity within a population.
3.1.B.C1d. Describe how the degree of kinship between species can be inferred from the similarity in their DNA sequences.
3.1.B.C2a. Describe the theory suggesting that life on Earth arose as a single, primitive prokaryote about 4 billion years ago and that for the next 2 billion years, a huge diversity of single celled organisms evolved.
3.1.B.C2b. Analyze how increasingly complex, multicellular organisms evolved once cells with nuclei developed.
3.1.B.C2c. Describe how mutations in sex cells may be passed on to successive generations and that the resulting phenotype may help, harm, or have little or no effect on the offspring's success in its environment.
3.1.B.C2d. Describe the relationship between environmental changes and changes in the gene pool of a population.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis
3.1.B.C3a. (CONSTANCY AND CHANGE) Compare and contrast various theories of evolution.
3.1.B.C3b. (CONSTANCY AND CHANGE) Interpret data from fossil records, anatomy and physiology, and DNA studies relevant to the theory of evolution.
3.1.B.C3c. (PATTERNS) Discuss the implications of a universal genetic code for evolution.
PA.C.Chemistry - Science and Technology and Engineering Education
Chemistry - Science and Technology and Engineering Education
3.1. Biological Sciences3.1.A. Organisms and Cells3.1.C.A1. Explain the chemistry of metabolism.
3.1.C.A2. Describe how changes in energy affect the rate of chemical reactions.
3.1.C.A4. Relate mitosis and meiosis at the molecular level.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis
3.1.C.A7. Illustrate the formation of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
3.1.B. Genetics3.1.C.B3. Describe the structure of the DNA and RNA molecules.
3.1.C.B5. (PATTERNS) Use models to demonstrate patterns in biomacromolecules.
3.1.C. Evolution3.1.C.C2. Use molecular models to demonstrate gene mutation and recombination at the molecular level.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis
3.2. Physical Sciences: Chemistry and Physics3.2.A. Chemistry3.2.C.A1a. Differentiate between physical properties and chemical properties.
3.2.C.A1b. Differentiate between pure substances and mixtures; differentiate between heterogeneous and homogeneous mixtures.
3.2.C.A1c. Explain the relationship of an element's position on the periodic table to its atomic number, ionization energy, electro-negativity, atomic size, and classification of elements.
3.2.C.A1d. Use electro-negativity to explain the difference between polar and non-polar covalent bonds.
3.2.C.A2a. Compare the electron configurations for the first twenty elements of the periodic table.
3.2.C.A2b. Relate the position of an element on the periodic table to its electron configuration and compare its reactivity to the reactivity of other elements in the table.
3.2.C.A2c. Explain how atoms combine to form compounds through both ionic and covalent bonding. Predict chemical formulas based on the number of valence electrons.
3.2.C.A2d. Predict chemical formulas based on the number of valence electrons.
3.2.C.A2f. Predict the chemical formulas for simple ionic and molecular compounds.
3.2.C.A2h. Determine percent compositions, empirical formulas, and molecular formulas.
3.2.C.A3a. Describe the three normal states of matter in terms of energy, particle motion, and phase transitions.
3.2.C.A4a. Predict how combinations of substances can result in physical and/or chemical changes.
3.2.C.A4c. Balance chemical equations by applying the laws of conservation of mass.
3.2.C.A4d. Classify chemical reactions as synthesis (combination), decomposition, single displacement (replacement), double displacement, and combustion.
3.2.C.A5a. (MODELS) Recognize discoveries from Dalton (atomic theory), Thomson (the electron), Rutherford (the nucleus), and Bohr (planetary model of atom), and understand how each discovery leads to modern theory.
3.2.C.A5b. (MODELS) Describe Rutherford's ''gold foil'' experiment that led to the discovery of the nuclear atom. Identify the major components (protons, neutrons, and electrons) of the nuclear atom and explain how they interact.
3.2.B. Physics3.2.C.B2. Explore the natural tendency for systems to move in a direction of disorder or randomness (entropy).
3.2.C.B3a. Describe the law of conservation of energy.
3.2.C.B3b. Explain the difference between an endothermic process and an exothermic process.
PA.CC.3.5.11-12.Reading Informational Text: Students read, understand, and respond to informational text – with emphasis on comprehension, making connections among ideas and between texts with focus on textual evidence.
Reading Informational Text: Students read, understand, and respond to informational text – with emphasis on comprehension, making connections among ideas and between texts with focus on textual evidence.
Craft and StructureCC.3.5.11-12.D. Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 11–12 texts and topics.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Cells Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Rocks Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
Integration of Knowledge and IdeasCC.3.5.11-12.H. Evaluate the hypotheses, data, analysis, and conclusions in a science or technical text, verifying the data when possible and corroborating or challenging conclusions with other sources of information.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Rocks Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
CC.3.5.11-12.I. Synthesize information from a range of sources (e.g., texts, experiments, simulations) into a coherent understanding of a process, phenomenon, or concept, resolving conflicting information when possible.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
PA.CC.3.6.11-12.Writing: Students write for different purposes and audiences. Students write clear and focused text to convey a well-defined perspective and appropriate content.
Writing: Students write for different purposes and audiences. Students write clear and focused text to convey a well-defined perspective and appropriate content.
Text Types and PurposesCC.3.6.11-12.A. Write arguments focused on discipline-specific content.CC.3.6.11-12.A.5. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from or supports the argument presented.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
CC.3.6.11-12.B. Write informative/explanatory texts, including the narration of historical events, scientific procedures/ experiments, or technical processes.CC.3.6.11-12.B.1. Introduce a topic and organize complex ideas, concepts, and information so that each new element builds on that which precedes it to create a unified whole; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia when useful
CC.3.6.11-12.B.2. Develop the topic thoroughly by selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic.
CC.3.6.11-12.B.3. Use varied transitions and sentence structures to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among complex ideas and concepts.
CC.3.6.11-12.B.4. Use precise language, domain-specific vocabulary and techniques such as metaphor, simile, and analogy to manage the complexity of the topic; convey a knowledgeable stance in a style that responds to the discipline and context as well as to the expertise oQuiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Cells Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Meiosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Mitosis Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Rocks Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
CC.3.6.11-12.B.5. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation provided (e.g., articulating implications or the significance of the topic).Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
Production and Distribution of WritingCC.3.6.11-12.C. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
PA.P.Physics - Science and Technology and Engineering Education
Physics - Science and Technology and Engineering Education
3.2. Physical Sciences: Chemistry and Physics3.2.B. Physics3.2.P.B1a. Differentiate among translational motion, simple harmonic motion, and rotational motion in terms of position, velocity, and acceleration.
3.2.P.B1b. Use force and mass to explain translational motion or simple harmonic motion of objects.
3.2.P.B1c. Relate torque and rotational inertia to explain rotational motion.
3.2.P.B2a. Explain the translation and simple harmonic motion of objects using conservation of energy and conservation of momentum.
3.2.P.B2b. Describe the rotational motion of objects using the conservation of energy and conservation of angular momentum.
3.2.P.B2c. Explain how gravitational, electrical, and magnetic forces and torques give rise to rotational motion.
3.2.P.B3. Analyze the factors that influence convection, conduction, and radiation between objects or regions that are at different temperatures.
3.2.P.B4a. Explain how stationary and moving particles result in electricity and magnetism.
3.2.P.B4b. Develop qualitative and quantitative understanding of current, voltage, resistance, and the connections among them.
3.2.P.B4c. Explain how electrical induction is applied in technology.
3.2.P.B5a. Explain how waves transfer energy without transferring matter.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
3.2.P.B5c. Describe the causes of wave frequency, speed, and wave length.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
3.2.P.B6. (PATTERNS SCALE MODELS CONSTANCY/CHANGE) Use Newton's laws of motion and gravitation to describe and predict the motion of objects ranging from atoms to the galaxies.
PA.SI.Science as Inquiry
SI.2. Evaluate experimental information for relevance and adherence to science processes.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Rocks Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
SI.3. Judge that conclusions are consistent and logical with experimental conditions.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound
SI.4. Interpret results of experimental research to predict new information, propose additional investigable questions, or advance a solution.Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Minerals Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Rocks Quiz, Flash Cards, Worksheet, Game Sound