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Why 240 is the best choice for the Praxis 7005 study guide
- Built around the official exam framework
- Organized by the competencies actually used on the exam
- Shows exactly what is covered and where depth is partial
- Includes aligned questions, flashcards, study materials, and videos
- Helps candidates study what is actually tested instead of broad generic content
Transparent coverage is a strength. We show where the guide is strong, where depth is partial, and where a gap has been identified so you can make an informed study decision.
How to Read This Alignment Review
3Domains
28Competencies reviewed
100%Test-aligned
28Covered
0Partially covered
0Gaps
- CoveredCompetency is comprehensively supported by the guide.
- Partially coveredCore content is covered, but some depth gaps remain.
- Coverage gap identifiedA content gap has been identified.
This study guide is based on the current official exam framework. We review and update alignment whenever the official framework changes so candidates are always studying current, accurate material.
Earth Science (Domain 1)Covered
877 questions · 68 materials · 473 cards · 19 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Understands the structure of the Earth system (e.g., structure and properties of the solid Earth, the hydrosphere, the atmosphere) | S.Structures of Earth; S.Advanced Structures of Earth; S.Properties of Rocks and Minerals; S.Soil; S.Runoff and Infiltration; S.Bodies of Water; S.Ocean Features; S.Shoreline Features; S.Salt Water; S.Island Features; S.Composition and Layers of the Atmosphere; S.Clouds | Covered | 123 | 12 | 105 | 2 | Covered by 12 topics (123 questions, 12 materials, 105 cards, 2 videos). |
| B. Understands processes of the Earth system (e.g., processes of the solid Earth, the hydrosphere, the atmosphere) | S.Constructive and Destructive Processes; S.Volcanoes; S.Earthquakes; S.Weather vs Climate; S.Air Masses and Ocean Currents; S.Predicting Severe Weather; S.Tides | Covered | 93 | 7 | 78 | 2 | Covered by 7 topics (93 questions, 7 materials, 78 cards, 2 videos). |
| C. Understands Earth history (e.g., origin of Earth, paleontology, the rock record) | S.Earth's History; S.Earth's History - Key Events; S.Earth's History - Physical Changes; S.Tectonic Plate Theory; S.Formation of Fossils; S.Origin of the Solar System | Covered | 78 | 6 | 56 | 0 | Covered by 6 topics (78 questions, 6 materials, 56 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Understands Earth and the universe (e.g., stars and galaxies; the solar system and planets; Earth, Sun, and Moon relationships) | S.Night/Day and Time Zones; S.Seasons; S.Lunar Cycle; S.Eclipses; S.Components of the Solar System; S.The Sun; S.Properties of Celestial Bodies; S.Star Characteristics; S.Star Life Cycle; S.Types of Galaxies | Covered | 138 | 10 | 127 | 2 | Covered by 10 topics (138 questions, 10 materials, 127 cards, 2 videos). |
| E. Understands Earth patterns, cycles, and change | S.Rock Cycle; S.Water Cycle; S.Carbon Cycle; S.Nitrogen Cycle; S.Human Influences on Climate; S.Global Warming | Covered | 101 | 6 | 30 | 4 | Covered by 6 topics (101 questions, 6 materials, 30 cards, 4 videos). |
| F. Understands science as a human endeavor, a process, and a career | S.Nature of Science; S.Careers in Science; S.Decision Making; S.Human Populations Impact the Earth | Covered | 49 | 4 | 10 | 0 | Covered by 4 topics (49 questions, 4 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Understands science as inquiry (e.g., questioning, gathering data, drawing reasonable conclusions) | S.Scientific Method; S.Prediction, Explanation, Theory, Fact; S.Experimental Investigations; M.Graphs and Plots; S.Best Chart for the Data; S.Proper Data Analysis; M.Observations, Conclusions, and Relationships; S.Choose Appropriate Equipment; S.Inquiry; S.Activities For Inquiry; S.Critical Thinking | Covered | 172 | 11 | 65 | 6 | Covered by 11 topics (172 questions, 11 materials, 65 cards, 6 videos). |
| H. Understands how to use resource and research material in science | S.Background Research; S.Variety of Methods Across Science; S.Credible Sources; S.Safety Rules; S.Proper Handling - Chemicals; S.Proper Tool Use; S.CKT.ToT.C.Scientific Resources | Covered | 60 | 7 | 19 | 2 | Covered by 7 topics (60 questions, 7 materials, 19 cards, 2 videos). |
| I. Understands the unifying processes of science (e.g., systems, order, organization) | S.Systems Model; S.Properties of Systems; S.Change In Systems; S.Form and Function; S.Evidence, Models, and Explanation | Covered | 63 | 5 | 17 | 1 | Covered by 5 topics (63 questions, 5 materials, 17 cards, 1 videos). |
Life Science (Domain 2)Covered
944 questions · 82 materials · 383 cards · 27 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Understands the structure and function of living systems (e.g., living characteristics and cells, tissues and organs, life processes) | S.Requirements of Life; S.Respiration; S.Photosynthesis; S.Cells, Tissues, Organs, Organ Systems; S.Parts of the Cell; S.Plant Systems Basics; S.Plant Transportation; S.Human Body Systems; S.Reproduction and Development; S.Classifying Animals; S.Classifying Plants | Covered | 143 | 11 | 81 | 7 | Covered by 11 topics (143 questions, 11 materials, 81 cards, 7 videos). |
| B. Understands reproduction and heredity (e.g., growth and development, patterns of inheritance of traits, molecular basis of heredity) | S.Stem Cells and Differentiation; S.Growth and Development; S.Plant Reproduction; S.Asexual Reproduction; S.Sexual Reproduction; S.Structure of DNA and RNA; S.Organization of DNA; S.Dominant vs Recessive; S.Relationship Between Genes and Traits; S.Non-Mendelian Inheritance; S.Punnett Squares | Covered | 121 | 11 | 57 | 2 | Covered by 11 topics (121 questions, 11 materials, 57 cards, 2 videos). |
| C. Understands change over time in living things (e.g., life cycles, mutations, adaptation, and natural selection) | S.Metamorphosis; S.Mutations; S.Natural Selection; S.Artificial Selection; S.Adaptations; S.Populations Change (Not Individuals); S.Genetic Research - Agriculture | Covered | 68 | 7 | 17 | 3 | Covered by 7 topics (68 questions, 7 materials, 17 cards, 3 videos). |
| D. Understands regulation and behavior (e.g., life cycles, responses to external stimuli, controlling the internal environment) | S.Stimuli; S.Plant Stimuli Responses; S.Animal Stimuli Responses; S.Homeostasis; S.Positive and Negative Feedback; S.Structures and Processes of Homeostasis; S.Effect of Biodiversity Changes | Covered | 62 | 7 | 13 | 1 | Covered by 7 topics (62 questions, 7 materials, 13 cards, 1 videos). |
| E. Understands unity and diversity of life, adaptation, and classification | S.Major Groups of Bacterial Life; S.Major Groups of Eukaryotic Life; S.Universal Genetic Code | Covered | 43 | 3 | 28 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (43 questions, 3 materials, 28 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Understands the interdependence of organisms (e.g., ecosystems, populations, communities) | S.Ecological Organization; S.Major Biomes; S.Habitats and Niches; S.Roles In Food Chain; S.Food Webs; S.Types of Relationships; S.Competition; S.Growth Factors; S.Environment as a Pressure; S.Wildlife Impact on Ecosystems; S.Ecological Separation | Covered | 117 | 11 | 57 | 6 | Covered by 11 topics (117 questions, 11 materials, 57 cards, 6 videos). |
| G. Knows about personal health (e.g., nutrition, communicable diseases, substance abuse) | S.Healthy and Unhealthy Lifestyles; S.Nutrition; S.Immune Systems; S.Infectious Agents; PE.Common Diseases | Covered | 74 | 5 | 39 | 0 | Covered by 5 topics (74 questions, 5 materials, 39 cards, 0 videos). |
| H. Understands science as a human endeavor, a process, and a career | S.Nature of Science; S.Careers in Science; S.Decision Making; S.Human Populations Impact the Earth; S.Applications of Waves - Medical Technologies | Covered | 53 | 5 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 5 topics (53 questions, 5 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| I. Understands science as inquiry (e.g., questioning, gathering data, drawing reasonable conclusions) | S.Scientific Method; S.Prediction, Explanation, Theory, Fact; S.Experimental Investigations; S.Best Chart for the Data; S.Proper Data Analysis; M.Observations, Conclusions, and Relationships; S.Choose Appropriate Equipment; S.Inquiry; S.Activities For Inquiry; S.Critical Thinking | Covered | 140 | 10 | 64 | 5 | Covered by 10 topics (140 questions, 10 materials, 64 cards, 5 videos). |
| J. Understands how to use resource and research material in science | S.Background Research; S.Variety of Methods Across Science; S.Credible Sources; S.Safety Rules; S.Proper Handling - Chemicals; S.Proper Tool Use; S.CKT.ToT.C.Scientific Resources | Covered | 60 | 7 | 19 | 2 | Covered by 7 topics (60 questions, 7 materials, 19 cards, 2 videos). |
| K. Understands the unifying processes of science (e.g., systems, order, organization) | S.Systems Model; S.Properties of Systems; S.Change In Systems; S.Form and Function; S.Evidence, Models, and Explanation | Covered | 63 | 5 | 17 | 1 | Covered by 5 topics (63 questions, 5 materials, 17 cards, 1 videos). |
Physical Science (Domain 3)Covered
890 questions · 75 materials · 424 cards · 24 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Understands the physical and chemical properties and structure of matter (e.g., changes of states, mixtures and solutions, atoms, and elements) | S.Parts of an Atom; S.Atoms and Molecules; S.Elements and Compounds; S.Ions; S.Periodic Table; S.Periodic Table Arrangement; S.Mixtures and Solutions; S.States of Matter; S.Phase Changes; S.Physical Properties; S.Magnetic Materials; S.Electrical Conductor vs Insulator; S.Thermal Conductor vs Insulator; S.Chemical Properties; S.Chemical vs Physical Changes; S.Types of Bonds; S.Balancing Chemical Reactions; S.pH | Covered | 200 | 18 | 95 | 9 | Covered by 18 topics (200 questions, 18 materials, 95 cards, 9 videos). |
| B. Understands forces and motions (e.g., types of motion, laws of motion, forces, and equilibrium) | S.Force and Motion; S.Force and Newton's Laws; S.Motion Terms; S.Motion Graphs; S.Periodic Motion; S.Momentum; S.Centripetal Force; S.Gravity; S.Mass vs Weight | Covered | 116 | 9 | 51 | 4 | Covered by 9 topics (116 questions, 9 materials, 51 cards, 4 videos). |
| C. Understands energy (e.g., forms of energy, transfer and conservation of energy, simple machines) | S.Reflection and Refraction; S.Types of Energy; S.Conduction, Convection, and Radiation; S.Endothermic vs Exothermic; S.Conservation of Energy Calculations; S.Applications of Conservation of Energy; S.Types of Energy Transfers By Humans; S.Types of Power Sources; S.Simple Machines - Advanced | Covered | 107 | 9 | 62 | 3 | Covered by 9 topics (107 questions, 9 materials, 62 cards, 3 videos). |
| D. Understands interactions of energy and matter (e.g., electricity, magnetism, sound) | S.Properties of Waves; S.Sound; S.Doppler Effect; S.Resonance; S.Mirrors; S.Lenses; S.Prisms; S.Heat vs Temperature; S.Temp Conversions; S.Laws of Thermodynamics; S.Electricity and Magnetism; S.Circuits; S.Electromagnetic Forces | Covered | 148 | 13 | 73 | 0 | Covered by 13 topics (148 questions, 13 materials, 73 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Understands science as a human endeavor, a process, and a career | S.Nature of Science; S.Careers in Science; S.Decision Making; S.Human Populations Impact the Earth; S.Key History of Science | Covered | 67 | 5 | 70 | 0 | Covered by 5 topics (67 questions, 5 materials, 70 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Understands science as inquiry (e.g., questioning, gathering data, drawing reasonable conclusions) | S.Scientific Method; S.Prediction, Explanation, Theory, Fact; S.Experimental Investigations; S.Best Chart for the Data; S.Proper Data Analysis; S.Choose Appropriate Equipment; S.Inquiry; S.Activities For Inquiry; S.Critical Thinking | Covered | 129 | 9 | 57 | 5 | Covered by 9 topics (129 questions, 9 materials, 57 cards, 5 videos). |
| G. Understands how to use resource and research material in science | S.Background Research; S.Variety of Methods Across Science; S.Credible Sources; S.Safety Rules; S.Proper Handling - Chemicals; S.Proper Tool Use; S.CKT.ToT.C.Scientific Resources | Covered | 60 | 7 | 19 | 2 | Covered by 7 topics (60 questions, 7 materials, 19 cards, 2 videos). |
| H. Understands the unifying processes of science (e.g., systems, order, organization) | S.Systems Model; S.Properties of Systems; S.Change In Systems; S.Form and Function; S.Evidence, Models, and Explanation | Covered | 63 | 5 | 17 | 1 | Covered by 5 topics (63 questions, 5 materials, 17 cards, 1 videos). |
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