TEKS: Chapter 112. Science See All Teacher Resources

112.39.c.8

(8) Science concepts. The student knows simple examples of atomic, nuclear, and quantum phenomena. The student is expected to:

• (A) describe the photoelectric effect and the dual nature of light;
• (B) compare and explain the emission spectra produced by various atoms; 
• (C) calculate and describe the applications of mass-energy equivalence ; and
• (D) give examples of applications of atomic and nuclear phenomena using the standard model such as nuclear stability, fission and fusion, radiation therapy, diagnostic imaging, semiconductors, superconductors, solar cells, and nuclear power and examples of applications of quantum phenomena.