High School Benchmarks: Earth’s Structures

BENCHMARK CODE

BENCHMARK

 

SC.912.E.6.1

Describe and differentiate the layers of Earth and the interactions among them.

Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: Moderate

 

SC.912.E.6.2

Connect surface features to surface processes that are responsible for their formation.

Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: Moderate

 

SC.912.E.6.3

Analyze the scientific theory of plate tectonics and identify related major processes and features as a result of moving plates.

Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High

 

SC.912.E.6.4

Analyze how specific geologic processes and features are expressed in Florida and elsewhere.

Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High

 

SC.912.E.6.5

Describe the geologic development of the present day oceans and identify commonly found features.

Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: Moderate

 

SC.912.E.6.6

Analyze past, present, and potential future consequences to the environment resulting from various energy production technologies.

Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High

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