HS-PS2-6 - Performance Expectation
Communicate scientific and technical information about why the molecular-level structure is important in the functioning of designed materials.
High School · Next Generation Science Standards · NGSS Lead States 2013
Standard Unwrapping
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molecular-level structurefunctioningdesigned materialsscientific informationtechnical information
Skills
- communicate (scientific and technical information about molecular-level structure) #dok2
- describe (the importance of molecular-level structure in designed materials) #dok2
- analyze (how variations in molecular-level structure affect material function) #dok3
- evaluate (the influence of molecular-level structure on the properties of materials) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can define molecular-level structure and designed materials. #dok1
- I can identify examples of designed materials and their molecular-level structures. #dok1
- I can communicate scientific and technical information about why the molecular-level structure is important in the functioning of designed materials. #dok2
- I can describe ways molecular-level structures impact material properties and functions. #dok2
- I can analyze case studies showing how changes at the molecular level affect material performance. #dok3
- I can evaluate the effectiveness of designed materials based on their molecular structure. #dok3
Big Ideas
- The structure of materials at the molecular level determines how they behave and function.
- Engineers and scientists design materials with specific molecular structures to achieve desired properties and performance.
Essential Questions
- Why is molecular-level structure important in the functioning of designed materials?
- How can changing the molecular structure of a material alter its properties and uses?
- What are some examples of materials whose functionality is determined by their molecular structure?
- How do scientists and engineers use knowledge of molecular structures to solve real-world problems?
- How can scientific and technical information be used to communicate about material design?
