MS. Waves and Electromagnetic Radiation

MS. Waves and Electromagnetic Radiation

  • A

    Performance ExpectationsMS.PS4.WER

    1. 1

      Develop a model and use mathematical representations to describe waves that includes frequency, wavelength, and how the amplitude of a wave is related to the energy in a wave.MS.PS4.1

    2. 2

      Develop and use a model to describe that waves are reflected, absorbed, or transmitted through various materials.MS.PS4.2

    3. 3

      Integrate qualitative scientific and technical information to support the claim that digitized signals are a more reliable way to encode and transmit information than analog signals.MS.PS4.3

  • B

    Science and Engineering PracticesMS.WER.SEP

    1. 1

      Developing and Using ModelsMS.WER.SEP.1

      1. a

        Develop a model to describe phenomena. (MS-PS4-2)MS.WER.SEP.1a

    2. 2

      Using Mathematics and Computational ThinkingMS.WER.SEP.2

      1. a

        Use mathematical representations to describe and/or support scientific conclusions and design solutions. (MSPS4-1)MS.WER.SEP.2a

    3. 3

      Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating InformationMS.WER.SEP.3

      1. a

        Integrate qualitative scientific and technical information in written text with that contained in media and visual displays to clarify claims and findings. (MS-PS4-3)MS.WER.SEP.3a

    4. 4

      Scientific Knowledge is Based on Empirical EvidenceMS.WER.SEP.4

      1. a

        Science knowledge is based upon logical and conceptual connections between evidence and explanations (MS-PS4-1)MS.WER.SEP.4a

  • C

    Disciplinary Core IdeasMS.WER.DCI

    1. 1

      PS4.A: Wave PropertiesMS.WER.DCI.PS4.A

      1. a

        A simple wave has a repeating pattern with a specific wavelength, frequency, and amplitude. (MS-PS4-1)MS.WER.DCI.PS4.A.1

      2. b

        A sound wave needs a medium through which it is transmitted. (MS-PS4-2)MS.WER.DCI.PS4.A.2

    2. 2

      PS4.B: Electromagnetic RadiationMS.WER.DCI.PS4.B

      1. a

        When light shines on an object, it is reflected, absorbed, or transmitted through the object, depending on the object’s material and the frequency (color) of the light. (MS-PS4-2)MS.WER.DCI.PS4.B.1

      2. b

        (NYSED) The path that light travels can be traced as straight lines, except when it hits a surface between different transparent materials (e.g., air and water, air and glass) obliquely where the light path bends. (MS-PS4- 2)MS.WER.DCI.PS4.B.2

      3. c

        A wave model of light is useful for explaining brightness, color, and the frequency-dependent bending of light at a surface between media. (MS-PS4-2)MS.WER.DCI.PS4.B.3

      4. d

        (NYSED) However, because light can travel through space, it cannot be a mechanical wave, like sound or water waves. (MS-PS4-2)MS.WER.DCI.PS4.B.4

    3. 3

      PS4.C: Information Technologies and InstrumentationMS.WER.DCI.PS4.C

      1. a

        Digitized signals (sent as wave pulses) are a more reliable way to encode and transmit information. (MS-PS4-3)MS.WER.DCI.PS4.C.1

  • D

    Crosscutting ConceptsMS.WER.CC

    1. 1

      PatternsMS.WER.CC.1

      1. a

        Graphs and charts can be used to identify patterns in data. (MS-PS4-1)MS.WER.CC.1a

    2. 2

      Structure and FunctionMS.WER.CC.2

      1. a

        Structures can be designed to serve particular functions by taking into account properties of different materials, and how materials can be shaped and used. (MS-PS4-2)MS.WER.CC.2a

      2. b

        Structures can be designed to serve particular functions. (MS-PS4-3)MS.WER.CC.2b

    3. 3

      Influence of Science, Engineering, and Technology on Society and the Natural WorldMS.WER.CC.3

      1. a

        Technologies extend the measurement, exploration, modeling, and computational capacity of scientific investigations. (MS-PS4-3)MS.WER.CC.3a

    4. 4

      Science is a Human EndeavorMS.WER.CC.4

      1. a

        Advances in technology influence the progress of science and science has influenced advances in technology. (MSPS4-3)MS.WER.CC.4a

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