This lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS):
"STANDARD 1 - Science as Inquiry
The competent science teacher understands scientific inquiry and has the ability to conduct scientific inquiry. 1A.understands assumptions, processes, purposes, requirements, and tools of scientific inquiry. 1E. applies mathematical and statistical methods to collect, analyze, and communicate results of investigations. 1G. uses evidence and logic in developing proposed explanations that address scientific questions and hypotheses."

Student note guide to the PowerPoint lesson III in the "Science Skills" unit - introduction to physics. This lesson examines how to use scientific notation and conversions; the SI unit system and metric prefixes; identifies the difference between accuracy and precision; and discusses the different temperature scales used in science.

PowerPoint lessons contain many graphics and links to short videos to further student understanding.
PowerPoint slides also contain notes for the instructor based on students most "frequently asked questions" or FAQ's to help clarify the subject.
A class activity is included at the end of each lesson.

*All PowerPoint lessons; review programs; student worksheets/activities and assessments for this unit can be found under the "Introductory Physics Complete Unit I Science Skills" folder.

Terms/concepts covered in this lesson include:

scientific notation
speed of light
exponents
multiplying exponents
dividing exponents
properties of exponents
International System of Units
SI
meter
kilogram
kelvin
second
ampere
candela
mole
length
mass
temperature
time
volume
metric prefixes
conversion factor
metric conversions
significant figures
precision
accuracy
thermometer
Celsius
Fahrenheit
Kelvin
temperature scales
temperature conversions

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