Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

demonstrate safe practices during laboratory and field investigations as outlined in Texas Education Agency-approved safety standards; and[1A]
plan and implement comparative and descriptive investigations by making observations, asking well defined questions, and using appropriate equipment and technology;[2A]
design and implement experimental investigations by making observations, asking well defined questions, formulating testable hypotheses, and using appropriate equipment and technology;[2B]
collect and record data using the International System of Units (SI) and qualitative means such as labeled drawings, writing, and graphic organizers;[2C]
construct tables and graphs, using repeated trials and means, to organize data and identify patterns; and[2D]
analyze data to formulate reasonable explanations, communicate valid conclusions supported by the data, and predict trends.[2E]
use preventative safety equipment, including chemical splash goggles, aprons, and gloves, and be prepared to use emergency safety equipment, including an eye/face wash, a fire blanket, and a fire extinguisher.[4B]