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Jimmy Barta

Physical Science - Objectives

 

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BARTA - Physical Science Sylla 

 

Physical Science is an introductory, laboratory-based course that will investigate matter and energy, basic chemistry, forces and motion, sound and light, and electromagnetism.

 

Physical Science Objectives for the 4th 9 Weeks:

This is a general overview of what the teacher will teach and what the student is expected to master.

1.  Apply inquiry-based and problem-solving processes and skills to scientific investigations.

2.  Describe and explain how forces affect motion.

     a.  Demonstrate and explain the basic principles ofNewton’s three laws of motion including calculations of acceleration, force, and momentum.  (Term 1)

     b.  Explain the connection between force, work, and energy.  (Term 1)

     c.  Describe (with supporting details and diagrams) how the kinetic energy of an object can be converted into potential energy (the energy of position) and how energy is transferred or transformed (conservation of energy).  (Term 1)

     d.  Draw and assess conclusions about charges and electric current.  (Chapters 21-23)

  • Static/current electricity and direct current/alternating current
  • Elements in an electric circuit that are in series or parallel
  • Conductors and insulators
  • Relationship between current flowing through a resistor and voltage flowing across a resistor
  1. Cite evidence and explain the application of electric currents and magnetic fields as they relate to their use in everyday living (e.g., the application of fields in motors and generators and the concept of electric current using Ohm’s Law).  (Chapters 21-23)

3.  Demonstrate an understanding of general properties and characteristics of waves.

     a. Differentiate among transverse, longitudinal, and surface waves as they propagate through a medium (e.g., string, air, water, steel beam).  (Term 3)

     b.  Compare properties of waves (e.g., superposition, interference, refraction, reflection, diffraction, Doppler Effect) and explain the connection among the quantities (e.g., wavelength, frequency, period, amplitude, and velocity).  (Term 3)

     c.  Classify the electromagnetic spectrum’s regions according to frequency and/or wavelength and draw conclusions about their impact on life.  (Chapter 20, 21)