The Size of Matter: Why Properties Change at the Nanoscale
Sharon Felecia Mott
Published September 2010
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Appendix A: Implementing District Standards
Dekalb County 8 th Grade Physical Science Standards –S8P1 Students will examine the scientific view
of the nature of matter.
This unit will allow students too discover how properties can change at the nanoscale.
Dekalb County Characteristics of Science Standards
S8CS6 Students will communicate scientific ideas and activities clearly.
S8CS4 Students will use tools and instruments for observing, measuring, and manipulating equipment and materials
in scientific activities utilizing safe laboratory procedures.
S8CSStudents will use the ideas of system, model, change, and scale in exploring scientific and technological
matters.
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