NGSS · Physical Science · Grades 6–8 (Middle School)

MS-PS2-3 Electric & Magnetic Forces

Ask questions about data to determine the factors that affect the strength of electric and magnetic forces.

Kentucky 7-PS2-3 uses the same wording.

Teach MS-PS2-3 with a mystery

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