ONE-CREDIT MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE
MS Physical Science focuses on science concepts from the fields of chemistry, biology, and ecology. Students begin by exploring the relationship between matter and energy. Next, the course examines chemical reactions. Students can then use their knowledge of matter, energy, and chemical reactions to build on their understanding of cellular respiration and photosynthesis. Students will uncover the world of synthetic materials to see how they are made and how they impact society. Next, students will focus on science concepts from the fields of ecology and geology, including exploring the interactions between and among organisms in an ecosystem.Students will examines different types of rocks, the rock cycle, and Earth’s resources. Students can then use their knowledge of Earth’s processes to better understand how natural hazard events and severe weather events occur. Students will then learn how technology can assist in natural hazard events and discover other benefits of technology. Finally, students will track some of Earth’s changes through time.
