HS-PS1-2
Construct and revise an explanation for the outcome of a simple chemical reaction based on the outermost electron states of atoms, trends in the periodic table, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.
Clarification statement: Examples of chemical reactions could include the reaction of sodium and chlorine, of carbon and oxygen, or of carbon and hydrogen.
Assessment boundary: Assessment is limited to chemical reactions involving main group elements and combustion reactions.
Resources
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Regents Exam Questions
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NGSS Dimensions
Performance expectation HS-PS1-2 was developed using the following elements from the NRC document A Framework for K-12 Science Education:
Connections to Other Standards
HS-PS1-2 connections to ELA, math, and other science standards as outlined by the NYS Education Department: