Standardized Test Preparation
New York Regents
Earth Science - Grade 9
Assessment Exam - NY Regents Earth and Space Sciences| Space Systems | eTAP Lesson |
|---|---|
| Develop a model based on evidence to illustrate the life span of the Sun and the role of nuclear fusion in the Sun’s core to release energy that eventually reaches Earth in the form of radiation.
NY.ESS1.1 |
The Sun (Earth Science) Nuclear Fusion in Stars Galaxies Fate of Incoming Radiation |
| Construct an explanation of the Big Bang theory based on astronomical evidence of light spectra, motion of distant galaxies, and composition of matter in the universe.
NY.ESS1.2 |
The Big Bang Model The Solar Nebula/Earth's Formation from the Nebula |
| Communicate scientific ideas about the way stars,over their life cycle, produce elements.
NY.ESS1.3 |
Life Cycle of Stars / The Balance Between Gravitational Collapse and Nuclear Fusion |
| Use mathematical or computational representations to predict the motion of orbiting objects in the solar system.
NY.ESS1.4 |
Where is the Solar System? Cloud of Dust Theory |
| Construct an explanation using evidence to support the claim that the phases of the moon, eclipses, tides and seasons change cyclically.
NY.ESS1.7 |
Formation and Origin of the Moon Evidence for the Existence of Planets Orbiting Other Stars |
| History of the Earth | eTAP Lesson |
| Evaluate evidence of the past and current movements o fcontinental and oceanic crust and the theory of plate tectonics to explain the ages of crustal rocks.
NY.ESS1.5 |
Early Earth Plate Boundaries |
| Apply scientific reasoning and evidence from ancient Earth materials, meteorites, and other planetary surfaces to construct an account of Earth’s formation and early history.
NY.ESS1.6 |
Effects of Asteroid Impacts in Shaping the Surface of Planets Rocks and their Properties |
| Develop a model to illustrate how Earth’s internal and surface processes operate at different spatial and temporal scales to form continental and ocean-floor features.
NY.ESS2.1 |
Features of the Ocean Floor The Internal Structure of the Earth How Do Earthquakes Happen and Where? Greenhouse Effect on Mars, Venus |
| Earth's Systems | eTAP Lesson |
| Analyze geoscience data to make the claim that one change to Earth’s surface can create feedbacks that cause changes to Earth’s systems.
NY.ESS2.2 |
The Relationship Between the Rotation of the Earth and the Circular Motion of Ocean Currents and Air in Pressure Centers |
| Develop a model based on evidence of Earth’s interior to describe the cycling of matter by thermal convection.
NY.ESS2.3 |
Circulation Patterns in the Earth's Atmosphere and Oceans |
| Plan and conduct an investigation of the properties of water and its effects on Earth materials and surface processes.
NY.ESS2.5 |
Properties of Ocean Water |
| Develop a quantitative model to describe the cycling of carbon among the hydrosphere, atmosphere, geosphere, and biosphere.
NY.ESS2.6 |
Carbon and Nitrogen Cycle/Global Carbon Cycle Movement of Matter Among Reservoirs |
| Construct an argument based on evidence about the coevolution of Earth’s systems and life on Earth.
NY.ESS2.7 |
Evolution of the Atmosphere The Origin and Effects of Temperature Inversion |
| Weather and Climate | eTAP Lesson |
| Use a model to describe how variations in the flow of energy into and out of Earth’s systems result in changes in climate.
NY.ESS2.4 |
Weather and Climate Climate and Topography |
| Analyze geoscience data and the results from global climate models to make an evidence-based forecast of the current rate of global or regional climate change and associated future impacts to Earth systems.
NY.ESS3.5 |
How Has Earth's Climate Changed Over Time? |
| Evaluate data and communicate information to explain how the movement and interactions of air masses result in changes in weather conditions.
NY.ESS2.8 |
Computer Models to Study Greenhouse Effect |
| Human Sustainability | eTAP Lesson |
| Construct an explanation based on evidence for how the availability of natural resources, occurrence of natural hazards, and changes in climatehave influenced human activity.
NY.ESS3.1 |
Greenhouse Effect on Earth How to Measure Earthquakes? Volcanoes |
| Evaluate competing design solutions for developing, managing, and utilizing energy and mineral resourcesbased on cost-benefit ratios.
NY.ESS3.2 |
Internal and External Energy; Energy Budget |
| Create a computational simulationto illustrate the relationships among management of natural resources, the sustainability of human populations, and biodiversity.
NY.ESS3.3 |
Geological Regions and Resources |
| Evaluate or refine a technological solution that reduces impacts of human activities on natural systems
NY.ESS3.4 |
The Ozone Layer |
| Use a computational representation to illustrate the relationships among Earth systems and how those relationships are being modified due to human activity.
NY.ESS3.6 |
Location of Deserts and Rain Forests |
| Engineering Design | eTAP Lesson |
| Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.
NY.ETS1.1 |
Principal Natural Hazards |
| Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.
NY.ETS1.2 |
Tools and Technology Balanced Forces Transistors Two Dimensional Trajectory Problems Two Dimensional Vectors |
| Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
NY.ETS1.3 |
Water Supply Solving Constant Speed and Average Speed Problems |
| Use a computer simulation to model the impactof proposed solutions to a complex real-world problem with numerous criteria and constraints on interactions within and between systems relevant to the problem.
NY.ETS1.4 |
Computer Models to Study Greenhouse Effect Heat Flow and Work |
