MS. Space Systems

MS. Space Systems

  • A

    Performance ExpectationsMS.ESS1.SS

    1. 1

      Develop and use a model of the Earth-Sun-moon system to describe the cyclic patterns of lunar phases, eclipses of the Sun and moon, and seasons.MS.ESS1.1

    2. 2

      Develop and use a model to describe the role of gravity in the motions within galaxies and the solar system.MS.ESS1.2

    3. 3

      Analyze and interpret data to determine scale properties of objects in the solar system.MS.ESS1.3

  • B

    Science and Engineering PracticesMS.SS.SEP

    1. 1

      Developing and Using ModelsMS.SS.SEP.1

      1. a

        Develop and use a model to describe phenomena. (MS-ESS1- 1),(MS-ESS1-2)MS.SS.SEP.1a

    2. 2

      Analyzing and Interpreting DataMS.SS.SEP.2

      1. a

        Analyze and interpret data to determine similarities and differences in findings. (MS-ESS1-3)MS.SS.SEP.2a

  • C

    Disciplinary Core IdeasMS.SS.DCI

    1. 1

      ESS1.A: The Universe and Its StarsMS.SS.DCI.ESS1.A

      1. a

        Patterns of the apparent motion of the sun, the moon, and stars in the sky can be observed, described, predicted, and explained with models. (MS-ESS1-1)MS.SS.DCI.ESS1.A.1

      2. b

        Earth and its solar system are part of the Milky Way galaxy, which is one of many galaxies in the universe. (MS-ESS1-2)MS.SS.DCI.ESS1.A.2

    2. 2

      ESS1.B: Earth and the Solar SystemMS.SS.DCI.ESS1.B

      1. a

        (NYSED) The solar system consists of the Sun and a collection of objects, including planets, their moons, comets, and asteroids that are held in orbit around the Sun by its gravitational pull on them. (MS-ESS1-2),(MS-ESS1-3)MS.SS.DCI.ESS1.B.1

      2. b

        This model of the solar system can explain eclipses of the sun and the moon. Earth’s spin axis is fixed in direction over the short- term but tilted relative to its orbit around the sun. The seasons are a result of that tilt and are caused by the differential intensity of sunlight on different areas of Earth across the year. (MS-ESS1-1)MS.SS.DCI.ESS1.B.2

      3. c

        The solar system appears to have formed from a disk of dust and gas, drawn together by gravity. (MS-ESS1-2)MS.SS.DCI.ESS1.B.3

  • D

    Crosscutting ConceptsMS.SS.CC

    1. 1

      PatternsMS.SS.CC.1

      1. a

        Patterns can be used to identify cause and effect relationships. (MS-ESS1-1)MS.SS.CC.1a

    2. 2

      Scale, Proportion, and QuantityMS.SS.CC.2

      1. a

        Time, space, and energy phenomena can be observed at various scales using models to study systems that are too large or too small. (MS-ESS1- 3)MS.SS.CC.2a

    3. 3

      Systems and System ModelsMS.SS.CC.3

      1. a

        Models can be used to represent systems and their interactions. (MS-ESS1-2)MS.SS.CC.3a

    4. 4

      Interdependence of Science, Engineering, and TechnologyMS.SS.CC.4

      1. a

        Engineering advances have led to important discoveries in virtually every field of science and scientific discoveries have led to the development of entire industries and engineered systems. (MS- ESS1-3)MS.SS.CC.4a

    5. 5

      Scientific Knowledge Assumes an Order and Consistency in Natural SystemsMS.SS.CC.5

      1. a

        Science assumes that objects and events in natural systems occur in consistent patterns that are understandable through measurement and observation. (MS-ESS1-1),(MS-ESS1-2)MS.SS.CC.5a

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