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A. Science as Inquiry |
X |
abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry |
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understandings about scientific inquiry |
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B. Physical Science |
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structure of atoms |
X |
structure and properties of matter |
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chemical reactions |
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motions and forces |
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conservation of energy and increase in disorder |
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interactions of energy and matter |
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C. Life Science |
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the cell |
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molecular basis of heredity |
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biological evolution |
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interdependence of organisms |
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matter, energy, and organization of living systems |
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behavior of organisms |
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D. Earth and Space Science |
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energy in the earth system |
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geochemical cycles |
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origin and evolution of the earth system |
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origin and evolution of the universe |
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E. Science and Technology |
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abilities of technological design |
X |
understanding about science and technology |
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F. Science in Personal and Social Perspectives |
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personal and community health |
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population growth |
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natural resources |
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environmental quality |
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natural and human-induced hazards |
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science and technology in local, natural, and global
challenges |
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G. History and Nature of Science |
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science as a human endeavor |
X |
nature of science |
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history of science |
