Science Proficiencies

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8th Grade

1. Describe layers of the earth
2. Describe the processes of the rock cycle
3. Explain how rocks contain evidence of the forces that formed them
4. Explain fossil formation
5. Explain how humans use natural resources
6. Describe the theory of plate tectonics
7. Describe the forces that change the face of the Earth
8. Explain how convection currents move heat around the Earth
9. Explain the Water Cycle
10. Explain the moon phases and how it affects the Earth
11. Explain the general concepts related to gravity
12. Explain what matter is made of
13. Classify matter based on physical and chemical properties
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