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Assessment Specifications
Level 2 Earth and Space Science 2023
General information
Domain |
Earth and Space Science |
Method of assessment |
Written examination |
Standards |
Each examination will contain resource-based and knowledge-based questions.
Specific information for individual achievement standards
Standard |
91191 |
Title |
Demonstrate understanding of the causes of extreme Earth events in New Zealand |
Version |
2 |
Number of credits |
4 |
In-depth and comprehensive understanding of the causes of extreme Earth events in New Zealand are shown when causes are explained in terms of processes and effects that occur in one or more of the geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, or atmosphere.
Extreme Earth events are those events that are extraordinary or remarkable on planet Earth, but which may occur commonly in parts of New Zealand (and its continental shelf) due to its position on plate boundaries.
Standard |
91192 |
Title |
Demonstrate understanding of stars and planetary systems |
Version |
2 |
Number of credits |
4 |
A Hertzsprung-Russell diagram will be provided. The x-axis will show temperature; the y-axis will show either luminosity or absolute magnitude.
An understanding of the role of gravity in the lifecycle of stars is required.
Standard |
91193 |
Title |
Demonstrate understanding of physical principles related to the Earth System |
Version |
2 |
Number of credits |
4 |
The sources of both terrestrial and solar heat energy include fission and fusion reactions. Equations are not required.
Physical properties include properties of waves including frequency and wavelength. Equations / calculations are not required.
Physical principles may be investigated in relation to climate change.