MS-PS4-2: Wave Reflection, Absorption, and Transmission
Develop and use a model to describe that waves are reflected, absorbed, or transmitted through various materials. (Structure and Function)
Clarification Statement: Emphasis is on both light and mechanical waves. Examples of models could include drawings, simulations, and written descriptions.
Assessment Boundary: Assessment is limited to qualitative applications pertaining to light and mechanical waves.
Science Practices
Developing and Using Models
Disciplinary Core Ideas
PS4.A: Wave Properties
PS4.B: Electromagnetic Radiation
Crosscutting Concepts
Structure and Function
Assessments
The Wonder of Science Assessments
Shared Assessments
The following assessments were shared by teachers implementing the NGSS. Many of these are drafts and should be used accordingly. Feel free to improve these assessments or contribute your own. Learn more here.
Instructional Resources
Mini Lessons
The Wonder of Science Resources
Anchor Charts
Phenomena
Videos
Learning Plans
Storylines
Common Core Connections
ELA/Literacy
SL.8.5 - Integrate multimedia and visual displays into presentations to clarify information, strengthen claims and evidence, and add interest.
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