Unit 6: Physical Properties

LP 6.1 Students will be able to (I can) construct an explanation on the physics of glass fractures, including the ability to determine the sequence of impacts and the direction of force using radial and concentric cracks.

LP 6.2 Students will be able to (I can) distinguish how soil pH, mineral content, and density gradients create a geographic profile that can link a suspect's belongings to a specific location.

LP 6.3 Students will be able to (I can) evaluate the twelve standard characteristics of handwriting and the chemical properties of ink (chromatography) used to detect forgeries or alterations.

STUDENTS WILL:

EXPLORE THE FOLLOWING SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING PRACTICES:

- Ask questions
- Construct explanations
- Obtain, Evaluate, and Communicate Information.


OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING CROSS CUTTING CONCEPTS:

- Structure & Function
- System Models

GS 3a, b, c, d:  MODELING - Students can construct and use models to represent and analyze phenomena and systems.

GS 4a, b, c, d, e:  DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION - Students can analyze and interpret scientific data and solve problems using a range of tools, technology, and mathematical techniques.

GS 5a, b, c, d:  EXPLANATION AND ARGUMENTATION - Students can develop, evaluate, and critique scientific claims/explanations, arguments, and solutions based on evidence from the natural and designed world.