I can statements

• I can develop an argument supported by evidence for how multicellular organisms are organized by varying levels of complexity; cells, tissue, organs, organ systems.

• I can present evidence that body systems interact to carry out key body functions.

• I can present evidence that body systems interact to carry out key body functions, including providing nutrients and oxygen to  cells.

• I can present evidence that body systems interact to carry out key body functions including removing carbon dioxide and waste from cells and the body.

• I can present evidence that body systems interact to carry out key body functions, including controlling body motion/activity and coordination, and protecting the body.

• I can present evidence that body systems interact to carry out key body functions, including  protecting the body.

• I can construct a scientific explanation based on evidence for how  environmental and genetic factors influence the growth of  organisms.

• I can develop models to describe the atomic composition of simple  molecules.

• I can develop models to describe the atomic composition of extended structures.

• I can analyze data on the properties of substances before and after the substances interact to determine if a  chemical reaction has occurred.

• I can interpret data on the properties of substances before and after the substances interact to determine if a  chemical reaction has occurred.