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• Define mechanical efficiency as useful output energy divided by input energy and explain why efficiency is less than 100%.
• Identify major energy dissipation mechanisms in mechanical systems, including frictional heating, sound emission, and hysteresis.
• Describe how engineers measure and compare input and useful output power to quantify losses.+ Show more

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• Differentiate kinetic and potential energy and identify where each occurs in mechanical systems.
• Describe how energy can convert between potential and kinetic forms during motion.
• Recognize thermal and acoustic energy as common energy sinks in real mechanical systems.+ Show more

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• Trace an energy pathway through coupled mechanical subsystems and identify where energy is converted and where losses occur
• Calculate net useful energy transfer by accounting for input energy and energy lost at interfaces
• Explain how design choices in gears, pulleys, and hydraulic elements affect system efficiency and reliability

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• Identify forces in a real situation and represent them with correct vectors on a free-body (force) diagram
• Differentiate between balanced and unbalanced net forces and relate them to constant velocity and changing velocity
• Calculate the net force for straightforward one-dimensional systems by combining forces with sign and direction+ Show more

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• Explain how static and kinetic friction differ and how friction depends on normal force
• Describe how surface texture and lubrication affect frictional force and energy loss in mechanical systems
• Identify how aerodynamic drag influences the motion of wheels, carts, and other moving parts+ Show more

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• Explain how gear ratio affects torque and angular speed in simple and compound gear trains
• Calculate overall gear ratio for multi-stage spur gear systems and predict direction changes
• Identify the role of idler gears and describe how efficiency losses affect real gear performance

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• Explain Pascal’s principle and how pressure is transmitted through a fluid
• Use the relationship between pressure, force, and piston area to predict force changes
• Describe how nearly incompressible fluids enable remote force transmission in hydraulic systems+ Show more

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• Classify levers as first-, second-, or third-class based on the locations of the fulcrum, input force, and output force.
• Use moment balance to relate input and output forces for ideal lever mechanical advantage.
• Calculate mechanical advantage using distances from the fulcrum and interpret results for real-world tools.+ Show more

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• Explain linear momentum and how it changes during interactions between objects
• Use conservation of momentum to predict outcomes of collisions in a closed system
• Relate impulse to change in momentum using force–time reasoning+ Show more

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• Explain Newton’s three laws using cause-and-effect relationships between forces and motion
• Use F = ma to calculate acceleration or interpret how changing mass affects acceleration
• Describe action–reaction pairs and inertia in everyday mechanical situations

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• Explain power as the rate of doing work and as the rate of energy transfer
• Use SI units to measure power, including converting between watts and other common representations
• Relate motor specifications to mechanical output power using efficiency and losses+ Show more

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• Explain the processes of seafloor spreading, subduction, and volcanic arc formation.
• Describe how mantle convection influences surface features and tectonic activity.
• Interpret geologic cross-sections and magnetic anomaly patterns to understand plate movements.+ Show more

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• Describe the processes involved in the transformation of rocks within the rock cycle.
• Identify examples of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks and their formation pathways.
• Explain the environmental conditions, such as pressure and temperature, that influence rock transformation.+ Show more

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• Understand the criteria used for evaluating design solutions quantitatively and qualitatively.
• Apply decision frameworks and matrices to compare performance, costs, and environmental impacts.
• Analyze trade-offs and uncertainties in selecting optimal system designs.+ Show more

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• Analyze hydrologic data to understand water's role in shaping Earth's surface.
• Identify processes such as erosion, transport, and deposition in landscapes.
• Interpret discharge records, sediment load measurements, and watershed maps.+ Show more

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• Describe the layered structure of Earth's interior based on seismic, gravity, and heat-flow evidence.
• Interpret the behavior of P-waves and S-waves to understand Earth's internal composition.
• Explain how density contrasts and temperature gradients drive mantle convection and material cycling.+ Show more

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• Understand the application of mathematical and computational methods in system modeling.
• Develop skills to formulate models, estimate parameters, and tune variables using algebraic and computational tools.
• Analyze system performance through objective functions and sensitivity analysis.+ Show more

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• Explain how solar flux, albedo, greenhouse gases, and ocean heat transport influence Earth's climate.
• Interpret observational data and paleoclimate proxies to understand climate variability.
• Describe the processes involved in surface-atmosphere interactions affecting regional weather patterns.+ Show more

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• Understand how Newton's laws relate net force, mass, and acceleration in motion.
• Analyze free-body diagrams and force components to predict motion.
• Apply proportional relationships between net force and acceleration for constant mass systems.+ Show more

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• Understand the observational evidence used to determine the age and expansion of the universe.
• Identify key concepts such as redshift, cosmic microwave background, and primordial abundances.
• Explain how different measurements constrain the universe's timeline from seconds to billions of years.+ Show more

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• Understand how impulse and force-time tradeoffs affect collision outcomes.
• Identify engineering strategies like crumple zones, airbags, and padding to reduce peak forces.
• Analyze force-time graphs to evaluate impact mitigation methods.+ Show more

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• Describe the formation process of the solar system from a protoplanetary disk.
• Identify evidence supporting planetary formation theories, including meteorite composition and radiometric dating.
• Explain the differences between inner rocky planets and outer gas giants based on planetary differentiation and volatile content.+ Show more

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• Describe the stages of stellar evolution from star formation to end states.
• Interpret Hertzsprung-Russell diagrams and spectral classifications.
• Explain nucleosynthesis processes in stars and their contribution to element formation.+ Show more

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• Understand how to calculate the center of mass for composite systems.
• Analyze the conditions for static equilibrium and rotational stability.
• Apply torque and moment concepts to real-world stability problems.+ Show more

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• Understand how systems and decision models evaluate mitigation and adaptation strategies for climate change.
• Analyze trade-offs among environmental, social, and economic variables using scenario analysis and assessment approaches.
• Apply concepts of cost-benefit analysis and lifecycle assessment to policy decisions such as carbon pricing and land-use planning.+ Show more

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• Explain how molecular, cellular, and organ-level interactions contribute to organismal health and disease.
• Interpret data from biochemical assays, histology, and organ function metrics to understand physiological properties.
• Link genetic variations to cellular responses and organ system performance in clinical and natural contexts.+ Show more

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• Analyze the risk factors associated with natural hazards such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, hurricanes, and floods.
• Evaluate historical records and probabilistic models to assess community and infrastructure vulnerability.
• Understand hazard mapping, return-period data, and mitigation strategies to inform risk assessment.+ Show more

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• Analyze historical atmospheric CO₂ records, land-use change, and temperature trends to understand human impact on climate.
• Identify evidence of anthropogenic effects such as fossil fuel combustion, deforestation, and urbanization.
• Explain how satellite data and the Keeling Curve illustrate changes in biosphere and hydrosphere.+ Show more

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• Understand the interactions between land use practices and water resources.
• Identify indicators of ecosystem resilience and long-term land productivity.
• Evaluate the impacts of land management strategies such as irrigation, terracing, and urban sprawl.+ Show more

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• Explain the biochemical pathways involved in cellular respiration and energy production.
• Describe the roles of mitochondria and chloroplasts in metabolism.
• Analyze the relationship between energy flow, ATP synthesis, and organismal energy balance.+ Show more

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• Compare different energy and mineral resource options based on environmental, economic, and social impacts.
• Analyze trade-offs involved in resource extraction, use, and remediation.
• Evaluate the sustainability of various resource choices within regional and long-term contexts.+ Show more

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• Explain the wave and photon models of electromagnetic radiation and their relationship to frequency and energy.
• Identify characteristic phenomena such as atomic emission and absorption lines, and relate them to energy–frequency relationships.
• Evaluate how wavelength influences transmission, scattering, and detector response across the electromagnetic spectrum.+ Show more

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• Understand the tradeoffs involved in digital and analog communication systems.
• Analyze how bandwidth constraints and noise affect signal quality and transmission capacity.
• Evaluate the role of sampling, error correction, and modulation techniques in reliable data transfer.+ Show more

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• Explain how nucleic acid sequences determine amino acid chains and protein structures.
• Connect molecular coding and folding to organelle architecture such as ribosomes, endoplasmic reticulum, and mitochondria.
• Describe the relationship between macromolecular structure and cellular functions like transport and catalysis.+ Show more

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• Understand how temperature, pressure, concentration, and catalysts influence chemical reactions.
• Apply principles of equilibrium and kinetics to predict reaction outcomes.
• Analyze how reaction conditions affect yield, selectivity, and side reactions.+ Show more

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• Understand how the arrangement of particles affects the properties of different types of solids.
• Identify the differences between ionic lattices, covalent networks, and molecular solids based on their structure and properties.
• Analyze how electrical forces influence melting point, conductivity, hardness, and solubility in various materials.+ Show more

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• Identify key roles within military service and explain how each role contributes to mission success and public safety.
• Evaluate ethical decision-making in service scenarios using principles like duty, accountability, and respect for human life.
• Explain how teamwork, discipline, and leadership behaviors support national stability.

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• Explain how Memorial Day practices began after the Civil War in local communities.
• Analyze how remembrance and commemoration helped shape national identity and civic responsibility.
• Use key vocabulary words (remembrance, commemoration, heritage) accurately in context.

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• Explain how personal stories shape the meaning of Memorial Day and other forms of remembrance.
• Analyze how sacrifice and memory influence empathy and historical understanding.
• Use evidence from a reading to support interpretations about memorializing individuals and historical figures.+ Show more

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• Explain how Memorial Day civic rituals (parades, wreath-laying, and community gatherings) contribute to collective memory and respect.
• Interpret the symbolism of flags and moments of silence in honoring those who served.
• Evaluate how commemorative activities shape civic behavior and strengthen community spirit.

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• Explain how wars can change social life, civic duties, and national values.
• Analyze the roles and sacrifices of military personnel and how societies respond.
• Identify the purpose of remembrance and the emotional and cultural impact of honoring veterans.

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• Explain why public demonstrations and strikes are used to advocate for workers’ rights.
• Analyze how peaceful civic engagement can influence social policies and democratic decision-making.
• Evaluate historical and contemporary examples of activism using evidence and respectful reasoning.

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• Explain the historical origins of International Workers’ Day (May Day) and the problems workers faced in industrial societies.
• Describe how labor movements used collective action to influence fair wages, reasonable hours, and safer working conditions.
• Identify key events and ideas (such as the eight-hour workday) that shaped workers’ rights.

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• Describe how Mother’s Day traditions differ across countries while sharing common values
• Identify key symbols and communal activities associated with honoring mothers
• Analyze why cultural traditions can strengthen social cohesion and global understanding

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• Explain how Mother’s Day traditions evolved from earlier cultural celebrations to modern recognition days
• Identify key historical influences and describe how symbolic gestures (like flowers and cards) communicate appreciation
• Analyze how cultural diversity shapes how Mother’s Day is celebrated in different societies

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• Identify key ideas about transitions and future planning in a narrative text
• Use planning-and-change vocabulary (e.g., goal, adapt, resilience) in context
• Create and explain short-term steps that support a long-term post-graduation goal+ Show more

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• Explain how reflection and self-assessment support personal growth and resilience at the end of the school year
• Use vocabulary related to evaluation and goal-setting (e.g., portfolio, artifact, self-assessment, outcomes)
• Analyze how different cultures celebrate academic milestones while sharing similar learning messages+ Show more

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• Analyze how storytelling elements in a media franchise shape audience perceptions and identity.
• Evaluate how visual effects and narrative choices influence values and cultural meaning.
• Use media literacy strategies to interpret representation and messages in fan culture.