IPC.1 — Vertical Alignment
Vertical alignment shows student expectations in the same subject area at different grade levels that are related to or build upon one another.
communicate the idea that objects can only be seen when a light source is present and compare the effects of different amounts of light on the appearance of objects; and
demonstrate and explain that light travels through some objects and is blocked by other objects, creating shadows.
identify everyday examples of energy, including light, sound, thermal, and mechanical; and
demonstrate and explain how light travels in a straight line and can be reflected, refracted, or absorbed.
IPC.1
Integrated Physics and Chemistry. In Integrated Physics and Chemistry, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use engineering practices, use scientific practices during investigation, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. This course integrates the disciplines of physics and chemistry in the following topics: force, motion, energy, and matter. By the end of Grade 12, students are expected to gain sufficient knowledge of the scientific and engineering practices across the disciplines of science to make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving.
explain how electrons can transition from a high energy level to a low energy state, emitting photons at different frequencies for different energy transitions;
describe the photoelectric effect and emission spectra produced by various atoms and how both are explained by the photon model for light;
investigate the emission spectra produced by various atoms and explain the relationship to the electromagnetic spectrum; and
describe and predict image formation as a consequence of reflection from a plane mirror and refraction through a thin convex lens.