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• Explain the concepts of uniform and nonuniform circular motion through centripetal and tangential accelerations.
• Model net forces in circular motion using radial and tangential components.
• Describe the kinematic relationships in polar coordinates and how acceleration vectors relate to velocity change.+ Show more

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• Explain the wave–particle duality and its implications for atomic theory.
• Describe the concept of orbital hybridization and how it relates to molecular bonding.
• Analyze energy quantization through photoelectron and absorption spectra.+ Show more

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• Understand the systematic rules governing electron occupancy in atoms, including Aufbau, Pauli exclusion, and Hund’s principles.
• Identify orbital shapes, nodal structures, and how electron configurations relate to valence electrons and oxidation states.
• Connect electron configuration patterns to periodic trends and predict bonding tendencies across elements.

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• Describe the fundamental subatomic particles and their roles in an atom.
• Explain how emission spectra and mass spectrometry provide evidence for discrete energy levels.
• Understand isotopic variation and how atomic mass is calculated.+ Show more

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• Understand different types of ecosystem models and their applications.
• Identify key parameters and feedback mechanisms in ecosystem modeling.
• Analyze the role of models in predicting ecosystem stability and resilience.+ Show more

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• Explain the relationship between DNA sequences and protein synthesis.
• Describe the processes of DNA replication, transcription, and translation.
• Identify the structure of DNA and the genetic code mechanisms.+ Show more

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• Explain Mendelian inheritance principles and how they extend to complex patterns.
• Identify and differentiate between incomplete dominance, codominance, sex linkage, polygenic inheritance, and linkage.
• Predict inheritance probabilities using meiosis segregation and recombination.+ Show more

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• Construct explanations for the mechanisms of species diversification such as geographic isolation, reproductive barriers, and adaptive radiation.
• Describe different modes of speciation, including allopatric and sympatric, and understand population divergence.
• Interpret phylogenetic trees derived from morphological and molecular data, recognizing concepts like monophyly and homology.+ Show more

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• Understand the various lines of evidence that support common ancestry and evolution.
• Describe how fossil records, comparative anatomy, molecular data, biogeography, and vestigial organs provide evidence for evolution.
• Explain the importance of concordance among different datasets in evolutionary biology.+ Show more

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• Understand how energy at the microscopic scale relates to macroscopic thermal and mechanical phenomena.
• Identify key concepts such as particle kinetic energy, potential energy, and internal energy changes.
• Explain models like molecular kinetic theory and their application to temperature and heat capacity.+ Show more

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• Create computational models to analyze energy transfers among system components.
• Use calculations to relate heat, work, and stored energy in various systems.
• Compare predicted energy exchanges with actual data to verify conservation principles.+ Show more

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• Analyze Newtonian mechanics relationships among net force, mass, and acceleration using F = ma.
• Interpret graphical and algebraic representations of force, acceleration, and motion trajectories.
• Apply concepts of free-fall motion and uniform circular motion to real-world scenarios.+ Show more

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• Evaluate proposed solutions against multiple criteria and constraints using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Apply systems thinking to analyze component interactions, emergent behavior, and unintended consequences in engineering and urban systems.
• Assess trade-offs among cost, safety, environmental impact, scalability, and maintainability using performance metrics.+ Show more

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• Understand how to decompose complex engineering problems into manageable subproblems.
• Apply optimization principles to design trade-offs in materials, cost, and performance.
• Analyze examples such as modular prosthetics, high-efficiency building envelopes, and aerodynamic vehicle components.+ Show more

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• Understand how natural resource availability impacts human settlement and land use.
• Analyze the effects of natural hazards and climate change on economic development.
• Evaluate the feedbacks between resource extraction and ecosystem services.+ Show more

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• Understand how geological, hydrological, and climatic data are integrated in hazard mapping.
• Identify different types of natural hazards and their spatial distribution.
• Analyze how hazard information informs planning, insurance, and regional resilience.+ Show more

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• Understand how the periodic table organizes elements based on electron configurations and recurring properties.
• Identify trends in reactivity, ionization energy, and atomic radius across periods and groups.
• Explain how atomic models and electron configurations relate to spectral patterns and isotopic notation.+ Show more

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• Understand the processes at different types of plate boundaries, including seafloor spreading, subduction, and transform faulting.
• Analyze geologic evidence such as paleomagnetic patterns, earthquake distributions, GPS data, and bathymetric mapping to support plate tectonics theory.
• Identify and describe phenomena like mid-ocean ridges, volcanic arcs, and mountain ranges as surface expressions of crustal deformation and mantle convection.+ Show more

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• Analyze how atmospheric composition influences climate variability and change.
• Understand the mechanisms such as greenhouse gas forcing, albedo feedbacks, and ocean-atmosphere interactions.
• Interpret instrumental records, satellite data, and paleoclimate proxies to assess climate shifts.+ Show more

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• Explain what urbanization is and how it changes the spatial layout of cities.
• Describe key factors that drive urban growth, including economic opportunities and transportation networks.
• Analyze common urban land-use patterns and density differences to understand regional development.

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• Explain the difference between weather and climate and how scientists measure climate patterns.
• Describe how latitude, elevation, and proximity to water influence regional climate zones.
• Analyze how climate change could affect ecosystems and human activities such as agriculture and settlement.+ Show more

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• Distinguish between random uncertainty and systematic error in measurement results
• Explain why uncertainty supports scientific reasoning and fair comparison of data
• Use appropriate significant figures and uncertainty ranges when reporting measurement-based calculations+ Show more

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• Identify and describe the three main types of plate boundaries: divergent, convergent, and transform.
• Explain the geological processes and landforms associated with each boundary type.
• Analyze how the arrangement of plate boundaries influences regional seismic and volcanic activity.+ Show more

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• Explain the mechanisms driving surface and deep ocean currents.
• Identify features such as gyres, upwelling zones, and boundary currents and their effects.
• Describe how changes in ocean circulation can influence climate and weather patterns.+ Show more

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• Explain the concept of work as energy transfer by a force over a distance.
• Describe how simple machines alter force, distance, and mechanical advantage.
• Identify real-world examples of levers, pulleys, and inclined ramps in Alberta contexts.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of net force as the vector sum of all forces acting on an object.
• Analyze how different forces, including opposing forces like friction and air resistance, affect motion.
• Apply quantitative methods to calculate net force and predict motion changes in real-world scenarios.+ Show more

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• Understand the concept of mechanical advantage and how it is expressed as a ratio.
• Calculate mechanical advantage for different machine types such as levers, pulleys, and wheel systems.
• Analyze how mechanical advantage influences design choices and safety in equipment like bale lifters and scaffold hoists.+ Show more

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• Define scalar and vector quantities in motion.
• Differentiate between speed, velocity, and acceleration.
• Apply unit conversions and sign conventions in kinematic calculations.+ Show more

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• Understand how kinematic descriptions, force balances, and energy considerations integrate to explain complex motion.
• Apply graph, equation, and net-force reasoning to real-world scenarios involving motion.
• Analyze and interpret motion data in contexts such as braking, cable car systems, and stopping distances.+ Show more

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• Understand the key concepts of energy efficiency in electrical systems.
• Identify common loss mechanisms and their impact on system performance.
• Evaluate strategies for improving system efficiency and reducing environmental impact.+ Show more

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• Understand how wind and solar resources are integrated into electrical grids.
• Identify challenges such as intermittency and grid balancing associated with renewable energy sources.
• Describe infrastructure and planning considerations for renewable energy deployment.+ Show more

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• Understand the basic principles of electric motors and generators.
• Identify different types of motors and their applications.
• Match performance characteristics of electromagnetic devices to load requirements.+ Show more

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• Understand the origin and nature of magnetic fields from permanent magnets and moving charges.
• Identify the relationship between current direction and magnetic field orientation.
• Explain the concept of magnetic field lines and their significance in mapping magnetic fields.+ Show more

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• Understand the fundamental electrical quantities: current, voltage, and resistance.
• Identify the units and symbols used for electrical quantities.
• Interpret typical magnitudes of electrical parameters in regional systems.+ Show more

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• Identify the differences between series and parallel circuits in terms of current and voltage.
• Explain how components share current and voltage in series and parallel arrangements.
• Analyze the behavior of lighting strings versus household receptacle networks.+ Show more

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• Understand the use of chemical symbols to represent elements and compounds.
• Identify and interpret common chemical formulas such as H2O, NaCl, and CaCO3.
• Explain how formula notation communicates the composition and proportions of substances.+ Show more

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• Understand the law of conservation of mass through balancing chemical equations.
• Identify and balance chemical equations to ensure equal atoms of each element on both sides.
• Link formula notation to measurable mass relationships in chemical reactions.+ Show more

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• Understand the principles of allele frequency and Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium.
• Explain the effects of genetic drift, bottlenecks, and founder effects on genetic diversity.
• Analyze how gene flow, selection, and stochastic processes influence evolution and conservation.+ Show more

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• Analyze reproductive strategies and their impacts on genetic diversity.
• Trace inheritance mechanisms through chromosomes and Mendelian patterns.
• Evaluate the ecological and societal implications of breeding technologies.+ Show more

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• Understand the process of fertilization and the formation of zygotes.
• Distinguish between internal and external fertilization strategies with examples.
• Describe embryonic stages and factors influencing successful development.+ Show more

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• Understand key ethical issues related to genetic technologies such as privacy, consent, and societal impacts.
• Identify different stakeholder responsibilities and perspectives in genetic science.
• Analyze trade-offs involved in innovation, public benefit, and potential harms in genetics.+ Show more

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• Understand major genetic technologies such as selective breeding, hybridization, genetic modification, and gene editing.
• Identify applications of biotechnology in agriculture and livestock breeding.
• Describe mechanisms of trait introduction and alteration at molecular and population scales.+ Show more

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• Understand mechanisms of asexual reproduction including binary fission, budding, spore formation, and vegetative propagation.
• Explain the genetic consequences of producing clones and their implications for biodiversity.
• Compare ecological contexts favoring asexual versus sexual reproduction for diversity.+ Show more

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• Describe mechanisms of transmembrane movement including passive diffusion, facilitated transport, and active transport.
• Explain the role of membrane composition and transporters in establishing electrochemical gradients and osmotic balance.
• Apply quantitative reasoning about concentration differences and membrane permeability to predict transport effects on cellular homeostasis.

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• Understand the principles of scaling laws and how they relate to real-world models.
• Explain the concept of dimensional similarity and its importance in scientific modeling.
• Apply proportional reasoning to interpret data across different spatial and temporal scales.+ Show more

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• Understand the methods used to assess the fit between models and empirical data.
• Identify patterns indicating systematic divergence or heteroscedasticity.
• Interpret residual plots and goodness-of-fit measures for model evaluation.+ Show more

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• Understand the key criteria for establishing control and comparability in causal inference.
• Identify how variable isolation, replication, baseline characterization, and reference conditions influence causal interpretation.
• Explain the impact of residual confounding and uncontrolled variation on the strength of causal claims.+ Show more

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• Understand the observational methods used to determine the age of the universe.
• Explain the significance of redshift surveys, cosmic microwave background measurements, and primordial element abundances.
• Describe how large-scale structure observations help define cosmic time scales.+ Show more