Grade 6 Science · Water, Atmosphere, and Watersheds
Virginia SOL 6.6.WA
Virginia SOL 6.6.WA is part of the Water, Atmosphere, and Watersheds strand in Grade 6 Science (Science). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students investigate the unique properties of water and its role in the environment. Below is what 6.6.WA covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 6.6.WA for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 6.6.WA means
Investigate the unique properties of water and its role in the environment.
Skills you’ll practice for 6.6.WA
- Recognize that water is referred to as the universal solvent.
- Recognize that water has specific properties.
- Recognize that thermal energy has a role in phase changes.
- Recognize that water has a role in weathering.
- Recognize that large bodies of water moderate climate.
- Recognize that water is important for agriculture, power generation, and public health.
Key concepts covered by 6.6.WA
- universal solvent
- solubility
- water properties
- chemistry
- physical properties
- phase changes
- thermodynamics
- thermal energy
- water states
- weathering
- erosion
- water action
- geology
- climate moderation
- large water bodies
- thermal regulation
- meteorology
- water resources
- agriculture
- hydropower
- public health
How to study and practice SOL 6.6.WA
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 6.6.WA is already solid, then work each skill above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide and how to study for the SOL test.
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Frequently asked questions about SOL 6.6.WA
What is Virginia SOL 6.6.WA?
SOL 6.6.WA is a Grade 6 Science Standard of Learning in the Water, Atmosphere, and Watersheds strand. It expects students to investigate the unique properties of water and its role in the environment.
What skills does SOL 6.6.WA cover?
SOL 6.6.WA is assessed on 6 skills: recognize that water is referred to as the universal solvent; recognize that water has specific properties; recognize that thermal energy has a role in phase changes; recognize that water has a role in weathering; recognize that large bodies of water moderate climate; recognize that water is important for agriculture, power generation, and public health.
What strand of Grade 6 Science is SOL 6.6.WA in?
SOL 6.6.WA belongs to the Water, Atmosphere, and Watersheds reporting strand of the Grade 6 Science Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 6.6.WA?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 6.6.WA is already solid, then work the 6 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.