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Construct explanations from observations that objects can be seen only when light is available to illuminate them (e.g., moon being illuminated by the sun, colors and patterns in a kaleidoscope being illuminated when held toward a light).
Construct explanations from observations that objects can be seen only when light is available to illuminate them (e.g., moon being illuminated by the sun, colors and patterns in a kaleidoscope being illuminated when held toward a light).
Unpacked Content
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Vocabulary
- light
- illuminate
- construct
- explanation
- observation
- available
- objects
Knowledge
Students know:
- Light comes from different sources (natural/man-made).
- Objects can be seen only when there is a light source.
- Objects can be seen if they give off their own light.
Skills
Students are able to:
- Gather evidence from observations to support the explanation that objects can only be seen when illuminated.
Understanding
Students understand that:
- Objects can be seen only when a light source causes it to be illuminated.
Scientific and Engineering Practices
Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
Crosscutting Concepts
Cause and Effect
