Physical Science - Integrated: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
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- Grade 4
- Grade 5
- Accelerated Biology - Integrated (2016): 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
- Accelerated Chemistry - Integrated: 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
- Disciplinary Literacy Standards for Science: Grades 6, 7, 8
- Grade 6
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- Grade 8
- Astronomy: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Biology - Integrated: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Chemistry - Integrated: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Chemistry II: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Disciplinary Literacy Standards for Science: Grades 9, 10
- Earth Science: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Environmental Science: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Human Anatomy and Physiology: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Physics: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Disciplinary Literacy Standards for Science: Grades 11, 12
Other Arkansas Science sets
- Grade K
- Grade 1
- Grade 2
- Grade 3
- Grade 4
- Grade 5
- Accelerated Biology - Integrated (2016): 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
- Accelerated Chemistry - Integrated: 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
- Disciplinary Literacy Standards for Science: Grades 6, 7, 8
- Grade 6
- Grade 7
- Grade 8
- Astronomy: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Biology - Integrated: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Chemistry - Integrated: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Chemistry II: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Disciplinary Literacy Standards for Science: Grades 9, 10
- Earth Science: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Environmental Science: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Human Anatomy and Physiology: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Physics: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
- Disciplinary Literacy Standards for Science: Grades 11, 12
Elements, Matter, and Interactions
- PSI-PS1-1.
Use the periodic table as a model to predict the relative properties of elements based on the patterns of electrons in the outermost energy level of atoms.PSI-PS1-1
- PSI-PS1-2.
Construct and revise an explanation for the outcome of a simple chemical reaction based on the outermost electron states of atoms, trends in the periodic table, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.PSI-PS1-2
- PSI-PS1-3.
Plan and conduct an investigation to gather evidence to compare the structure of substances at the bulk scale to infer the strength of electrical forces between particles.PSI-PS1-3
- PSI-PS1-4.
Develop a model to illustrate that the release or absorption of energy from a chemical reaction system depends upon the changes in total bond energy.PSI-PS1-4
- PSI-PS1-7.
Use mathematical representations to support the claim that atoms, and therefore mass, are conserved during a chemical reaction.PSI-PS1-7
- PSI-ESS2-7.
Construct an argument based on evidence about the simultaneous coevolution of Earth's systems and life on Earth.PSI-ESS2-7
Matter in Organisms
- PSI-LS1-5.
Use a model to illustrate how photosynthesis transforms light energy into stored chemical energy.PSI-LS1-5
- PSI-LS1-7.
Use a model to illustrate that cellular respiration is a chemical process whereby the bonds of food molecules and oxygen molecules are broken and the bonds in new compounds are formed resulting in a net transfer of energy.PSI-LS1-7
- PSI-LS2-4.
Use mathematical representations to support claims for the cycling of matter and flow of energy among organisms in an ecosystem.PSI-LS2-4
- PSI2-ETS1-2.
Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.PSI2-ETS1-2
Forces and Motion
- PSI-PS2-1.
Analyze data to support the claim that Newton's second law of motion describes the mathematical relationship among the net force on a macroscopic object, its mass, and its acceleration.PSI-PS2-1
- PSI-PS2-3.
Apply scientific and engineering ideas to design, evaluate, and refine a device that minimizes the force on a macroscopic object during a collision.PSI-PS2-3
- PSI-PS2-5.
Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence that an electric current can produce a magnetic field and that a changing magnetic field can produce an electric current.PSI-PS2-5
- PSI-PS2-6.
Communicate scientific and technical information about why the molecular-level structure is important in the functioning of designed materials.PSI-PS2-6
- PSI-ESS1-5.
Evaluate evidence of the past and current movements of continental and oceanic crust and the theory of plate tectonics to explain the ages of crustal rocks.PSI-ESS1-5
- PSI3-ETS1-1.
Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.PSI3-ETS1-1
Energy
- PSI-PS3-1.
Create a computational model to calculate the change in the energy of one component in a system when the change in energy of the other component(s) and energy flows in and out of the system are known.PSI-PS3-1
- PSI-PS3-2.
Develop and use models to illustrate that energy at the macroscopic scale can be accounted for as a combination of energy associated with the motions of particles (objects) and energy associated with the relative position of particles (objects).PSI-PS3-2
- PSI-PS3-3.
Design, build, and refine a device that works within given constraints to convert one form of energy into another form of energy.PSI-PS3-3
- PSI-PS3-4.
Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence that the transfer of thermal energy when two components of different temperature are combined within a closed system results in a more uniform energy distribution among the components in the system (second law of thermodynamics).PSI-PS3-4
- PSI4-ETS1-3.
Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.PSI4-ETS1-3
Waves
- PSI-PS4-1.
Use mathematical representations to support a claim regarding relationships among the frequency, wavelength, and speed of waves traveling in various media.PSI-PS4-1
- PSI-PS4-2.
Evaluate questions about the advantages of using a digital transmission and storage of information.PSI-PS4-2
- PSI-5-ETS1-2.
Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.PSI-5-ETS1-2
Interactions of Humans and the Environment
- PSI-LS2-7.
Design, evaluate, and refine a solution for reducing the impacts of human activities on the environment and biodiversity.PSI-LS2-7
- PSI-LS4-5.
Evaluate the evidence supporting claims that changes in environmental conditions may result in: (1) increases in the number of individuals of some species, (2) the emergence of new species over time, and (3) the extinction of other species.PSI-LS4-5
- PSI-ESS2-1.
Develop a model to illustrate how Earth's internal and surface processes operate at different spatial and temporal scales to form continental and ocean-floor features.PSI-ESS2-1
- PSI-ESS3-1.
Construct an explanation based on evidence for how the availability of natural resources, occurrence of natural hazards, and changes in climate have influenced human activity.PSI-ESS3-1
- PSI-ESS3-2.
Evaluate competing design solutions for developing, managing, and utilizing energy and mineral resources based on cost-benefit ratios.PSI-ESS3-2
- PSI6-ETS1-1.
Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.PSI6-ETS1-1
- PSI6-ETS1-2.
Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.PSI6-ETS1-2
- PSI6-ETS1-3.
Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.PSI6-ETS1-3
- PSI6-ETS1-4.
Use a computer simulation to model the impact of proposed solutions to a complex real-world problem with numerous criteria and constraints on interactions within and between systems relevant to the problem.PSI6-ETS1-4
Frequently asked questions
- What grade levels do these standards cover?
- Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
- When were these standards adopted?
- 2018
- Where can I read the official document?
- Arkansas Science Standards: Physical Science - Integrated
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