Integrated Science IV
A. INQUIRY SKILLS
Students will design and conduct scientific investigations
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Students will communicate scientific procedures and explanations
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B. PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Students will investigate the structure and properties of matter
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Students will investigate the transfer and conservation of energy
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C. LIFE SCIENCE
Students will understand the molecular basis of heredity
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Students will understand ecosystems
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Students will analyze environmental adaptations
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D. EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE
Students will critique theories concerning the origin and evolution of the Earth system
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Students will understand current theories concerning the origin and evolution of the universe
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Students will understand the characteristics and actions of oceans and marine organisms
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Students will investigate the history and development of the land around and beneath the sea
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Students will understand factors affecting weather and climate
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E. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Students will demonstrate abilities in technological design
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Students will understand about science and technology
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F. PERSONAL AND SOCIAL PERSPECTIVE
Students will practice safety
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Students will evaluate the factors affecting environmental quality
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Students will understand the availability and consumption of natural resources
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Students will evaluate risks and benefits of natural and other hazards
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G. HISTORY AND NATURE OF SCIENCE
Students will investigate examples of science as a human endeavor
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Students will explain the nature of scientific knowledge
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Students will understand important historical events of science
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