Physics: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Motion

  • P-PS1-1AR.

    Create a model of motion and forces, including vectors graphed on the coordinate plane, to describe and predict the behavior of a system.P-PS1-1AR

  • P-PS1-2AR.

    Use mathematical representations of Newton's Law of Gravitation and Coulomb's Law to describe and predict the gravitational and electrostatic forces between objects.P-PS1-2AR

  • P-PS2-1.

    Analyze data to support the claim that Newton's second law of motion describes the mathematical relationship among the net force on a macroscopic object, its mass, and its acceleration.P-PS2-1

  • P-PS2-2.

    Plan an investigation to provide evidence that the change in an object's motion depends on the sum of the forces on the object and the mass of the object.P-PS2-2

  • P-ESS1-2.

    Develop and use a model to describe the role of gravity in the motions within galaxies and the solar system.P-ESS1-2

  • P-ESS1-4.

    Use mathematical or computational representations to predict the motion of orbiting objects in the solar system.P-ESS1-4

  • P1-ETS1-2.

    Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.P1-ETS1-2

Work and Energy

  • P-PS2-1AR.

    Develop computational and graphical models to calculate and illustrate the work done and changes in energy in a system.P-PS2-1AR

  • P-PS2-2AR.

    Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence that work done equals energy stored in a conservative system.P-PS2-2AR

  • P-PS2-3AR.

    Plan and conduct an investigation to rate the power used in performing work on a system.P-PS2-3AR

  • P-PS2-4AR.

    Analyze data to demonstrate the relationship between rotational and linear motion, energy, and momentum.P-PS2-4AR

  • P-PS2-5AR.

    Use mathematical representations to support the claim that the change in kinetic energy of a system is equal to the net work performed upon the system.P-PS2-5AR

  • P-PS2-6AR.

    Use mathematical representations to support the claim that the total impulse on a system of objects is equal to the change in momentum of the system.P-PS2-6AR

  • P2-ETS1-3.

    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.P2-ETS1-3

Heat and Thermodynamics

  • P-PS3-1.

    Create a computational model to calculate the change in the energy of one component in a system when the change in energy of the other component(s) and energy flows in and out of the system are known.P-PS3-1

  • P-PS3-1AR.

    Construct an explanation based on evidence of the relationships between heat, temperature, and the Kinetic Molecular Theory.P-PS3-1AR

  • P-PS3-2AR.

    Plan and conduct an investigation of the relationships between pressure, volume, temperature, and amount of gas.P-PS3-2AR

  • P-PS3-3AR.

    Use mathematical representations to model the conservation of energy in fluids.P-PS3-3AR

  • P-PS3-3.

    Design, build, and refine a device that works within given constraints to convert one form of energy into another form of energy.P-PS3-3

  • P-PS3-4.

    Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence that the transfer of thermal energy when two components of different temperature are combined within a closed system results in a more uniform energy distribution among the components in the system (second law of thermodynamics).P-PS3-4

  • P3-ETS1-1.

    Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.P3-ETS1-1

  • P3-ETS1-2.

    Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.P3-ETS1-2

  • P3-ETS1-3.

    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.P3-ETS1-3

  • P3-ETS1-4.

    Use a computer simulation to model the impact of proposed solutions to a complex real-world problem with numerous criteria and constraints on interactions within and between systems relevant to the problem.P3-ETS1-4

Waves, Sound, and Simple Harmonic Motion

  • P-PS4-1AR.

    Use mathematical representations to support a claim regarding relationships among the frequency, wavelength, speed, and energy of waves traveling in various media.P-PS4-1AR

  • P-PS4-2AR.

    Develop and use models to investigate longitudinal and transverse waves in various media.P-PS4-2AR

  • P-PS4-3AR.

    Develop and use models to describe the interaction of light with matter.P-PS4-3AR

  • P4-ETS1-4.

    Use a computer simulation to model the impact of proposed solutions to a complex real-world problem with numerous criteria and constraints on interactions within and between systems relevant to the problem.P4-ETS1-4

Electricity

  • P-PS2-4.

    Use mathematical representations of Newton's Law of Gravitation and Coulomb's Law to describe and predict the gravitational and electrostatic forces between objects.P-PS2-4

  • P-PS2-5.

    Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence that an electric current can produce a magnetic field and that a changing magnetic field can produce an electric current.P-PS2-5

  • P-PS3-2.

    Develop and use models to illustrate that energy at the macroscopic scale can be accounted for as a combination of energy associated with the motions of particles (objects) and energy associated with the relative position of particles (objects).P-PS3-2

  • P-PS5-1AR.

    Use mathematical representations and conduct investigations to provide evidence of the relationships between power, current, voltage, and resistance.P-PS5-1AR

  • P-PS5-2AR.

    Evaluate competing design solutions for construction and use of electrical consumer products.P-PS5-2AR

  • P-PS5-3AR.

    Obtain and combine information on alternating and direct current circuits in various applications.P-PS5-3AR

  • P5-ETS1-1.

    Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.P5-ETS1-1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2018
Where can I read the official document?
Arkansas Science Standards: Physics

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