High School Benchmarks: Earth in Space and Time

BENCHMARK CODE

BENCHMARK

 

SC.912.E.5.1

Cite evidence used to develop and verify the scientific theory of the Big Bang; the origin of the universe.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High

 

SC.912.E.5.2

Identify patterns in the organization and distribution of matter in the universe and the forces that determine them.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: Moderate

 

SC.912.E.5.3

Describe and predict how the initial mass of a star determines its evolution.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: Moderate

 

SC.912.E.5.4

Explain the physical properties of the Sun and its dynamic nature and connect them to conditions and events on Earth.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High

 

SC.912.E.5.5

Explain the formation of planetary systems based on our knowledge of our Solar System and apply this knowledge to newly discovered planetary systems.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High

 

SC.912.E.5.6

Develop logical connections through physical principles, including Kepler’s and Newton’s Laws about the relationships and the effects of Earth, Moon, and Sun on each other.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High

 

SC.912.E.5.7

Relate the history of and explain the justification for future space exploration and continuing technology development.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High

 

SC.912.E.5.8

Connect the concepts of radiation and the electromagnetic spectrum to the use of historical and newly-developed observational tools.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High

 

SC.912.E.5.9

Analyze the broad effects of space exploration on the economy and culture of Florida.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High

 

SC.912.E.5.10

Describe and apply the coordinate system used to locate objects in the sky.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: Moderate

 

SC.912.E.5.11

Distinguish the various methods of measuring astronomical distances and apply each in appropriate situations.Cognitive Complexity/Depth of Knowledge Rating: High
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