Consider how people use scientific explanations to meet a need or solve a problem

Content descriptor

Consider how people use scientific explanations to meet a need or solve a problem.

Code

AC9S4H02

Year level

Year 4

Subject

Science

Strand

Science as a human endeavour

Sub-strand

Use and influence of science

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Learning intention

We are learning to consider how people use scientific explanations to meet a need or solve a problem.

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Consider how people use scientific   to meet a need or solve a problem.

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