HS-LS2-3 - Performance Expectation
Construct and revise an explanation based on evidence for the cycling of matter and flow of energy in aerobic and anaerobic conditions.
High School · Next Generation Science Standards · NGSS Lead States 2013
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explanationevidencecycling of matterflow of energyaerobic conditionsanaerobic conditions
Skills
- construct (scientific explanation) #dok3
- revise (scientific explanation) #dok3
- use (evidence) #dok2
- compare (aerobic and anaerobic conditions) #dok2
- analyze (cycling of matter and flow of energy) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify the differences between aerobic and anaerobic conditions. #dok1
- I can describe the cycling of matter in ecosystems. #dok1
- I can describe the flow of energy in ecosystems. #dok1
- I can compare the cycling of matter and flow of energy in aerobic and anaerobic conditions. #dok2
- I can use evidence from investigations or provided data to explain the cycling of matter and flow of energy. #dok2
- I can analyze scientific data to determine how matter and energy flow under aerobic versus anaerobic conditions. #dok3
- I can construct a scientific explanation for the cycling of matter and flow of energy in both aerobic and anaerobic environments. #dok3
- I can revise my explanation based on new or additional evidence regarding matter cycling and energy flow. #dok3
Big Ideas
- The flow of energy and the cycling of matter in ecosystems are fundamental processes that can occur under both aerobic and anaerobic conditions.
- The nature of energy transfer and matter transformation differs between aerobic and anaerobic environments, impacting ecosystem dynamics and function.
Essential Questions
- How does the cycling of matter differ in aerobic and anaerobic conditions?
- What are the key differences in energy flow between aerobic and anaerobic environments?
- How can evidence be used to construct or revise explanations about matter and energy transformations in ecosystems?
- Why is it important for ecosystems to cycle matter and flow energy efficiently?
- What roles do aerobic and anaerobic processes play in maintaining ecosystem stability?








