Access Point #: SC.6.E.7.In.9

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Identify that the atmosphere protects Earth from radiation from the Sun and regulates the temperature.
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Number: SC.6.E.7.In.9
Category: Independent
Date Adopted or Revised: 02/08
Big Idea: Earth Systems and Patterns : The scientific theory of the evolution of Earth states that changes in our planet are driven by the flow of energy and the cycling of matter through dynamic interactions among the atmosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere, geosphere, and biosphere, and the resources used to sustain human civilization on Earth.

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2002040: M/J Comprehensive Science 1
2002050: M/J Comprehensive Science 1, Advanced
2001010: M/J Earth/Space Science
2001020: M/J Earth/Space Science, Advanced
7820015: Access M/J Comprehensive Science 1
2002055: M/J Comprehensive Science 1 Accelerated Honors
2002200: M/J STEM Environmental Science
2001025: M/J STEM Astronomy and Space Science

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