TEKS: Chapter 112. Science See All Teacher Resources

112.36.c.4

Earth in space and time. The student knows how Earth-based and space-based astronomical observations reveal differing theories about the structure, scale, composition, origin, and history of the universe. The student is expected to:

• (A)  evaluate the evidence concerning the Big Bang model such as red shift and cosmic microwave background radiation and current theories of the evolution of the universe, including estimates for the age of the universe;

• (B)  explain how the Sun and other stars transform matter into energy through nuclear fusion; and

• (C)  investigate the process by which a supernova can lead to the formation of successive generation stars and planets.