SabotageMolecules and Compounds Grades 6-8
Storyline
Phenomenon
Molecules are made out of varying proportions and quantities of atoms, that give molecules their characteristics.
Science and Engineering Practices
Asking Questions and Defining Problems
The crew asks questions about the cause of crew sickness and the potential sabotage, driving their investigation.
Developing and Using Models
The crew uses scanning technology to develop models of space phenomena, substances, and suspicious activity.
Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
The crew plans and conducts investigations to determine the cause of crew sickness and to evaluate the safety of the drinks at the signing ceremony.
Analyzing and Interpreting Data
The crew analyzes models and data to determine the cause of crew sickness and evaluate the safety of the drinks at the signing ceremony.
Engaging in Argument from Evidence
The crew uses evidence from their data analysis to discuss and determine the correct course of action to ensure the safety of the crew.
Crosscutting Concepts
Patterns
The crew identifies patterns in the appearance of the nebula, the behavior of drones, and the discrepancy between the drinks on the table.
Cause and Effect
The crew analyzes the effects of substances on the crew's health and assesses the potential consequences of different actions in relation to the glasses and drones.
Disciplinary Core Ideas
LS1.A: Structure and Function
The crew analyzes models of molecules to determine the change and cause of crew sickness.
PS1.A: Structure and Properties of Matter
The crew analyzes models of molecules and determines how the structure has changed and caused crew sickness.