Benchmarks: Earth Systems and Patterns
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BENCHMARK CODE |
BENCHMARK |
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SC.6.E.7.1 |
Differentiate among radiation, conduction, and convection, the three mechanisms by which heat is transferred through Earth’s system. Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: Moderate |
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SC.6.E.7.2 |
Investigate and apply how the cycling of water between the atmosphere and hydrosphere has an effect on weather patterns and climate. Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High |
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SC.6.E.7.3 |
Describe how global patterns such as the jet stream and ocean currents influence local weather in measurable terms such as temperature, air pressure, wind direction and speed, and humidity and precipitation. Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High |
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SC.6.E.7.4 |
Differentiate and show interactions among the geosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere. Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High |
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SC.6.E.7.5 |
Explain how energy provided by the sun influences global patterns of atmospheric movement and the temperature differences between air, water, and land. Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High |
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SC.6.E.7.6 |
Differentiate between weather and climate. Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: Moderate |
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SC.6.E.7.7 |
Investigate how natural disasters have affected human life in Florida. Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High |
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SC.6.E.7.8 |
Describe ways human beings protect themselves from hazardous weather and sun exposure. Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: Moderate |
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SC.6.E.7.9 |
Describe how the composition and structure of the atmosphere protects life and insulates the planet. Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: Moderate |
