9 1 9/10 Assessment End of chapter test Student Book End of chapter test Collins Connect Chapter 2: Forces (20 lessons) 9 1 11/12 2.1 Scalars and vectors Define distance, displacement, speed, velocity and acceleration. Recognise the difference between scalar and vector quantities. State examples of scalar and vector quantities. P2.1d Worksheets 2.1.1, 2.1.2 and 2.1.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 9 1 11/12 2.2 Calculate speed using distance travelled divided by time taken. Calculate speed from a distance–time graph. Recall that distance = speed time Measure the gradient of a distance–time graph at any point. P2.1a, b, c, e (part), g, M1c, M4a, d, e Worksheets 2.2.1, 2.2.2 and 2.2.3; Practical sheet 2.2; Technician’s notes 2.2 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow 9 1 11/12 2.3 Acceleration Describe acceleration. Calculate acceleration. P2.1h (part) Worksheets 2.3.1, 2.3.2 and 2.3.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 9 2 1/2 2.4 Calculations of motion Describe motion with uniform acceleration. Use an equation for motion with uniform acceleration. Apply this equation to vertical motion. P2.1h (part) Worksheet 2.4.1, 2.4.2, 2.4.3, 2.4.4, 2.4.5 and 2.4.6 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 9 2 1/2 2.5 Velocity–time graphs (HT) Draw velocity–time graphs. Calculate acceleration a velocity–time graph. Calculate displacement using a velocity–time graph. (HT) P2.1e (part), f, M4a, c, d, f Worksheets 2.5.1, 2.5.2 and 2.5.3; Practical sheet 2.5; Technician’s notes 2.5 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow
Chapter 3: Electricity and Magnetism (21 lessons) 9 3 1/2 3.1 Static electricity Describe how insulating materials can become charged. Know that are two kinds of electric charge. Explain these observations in terms of electron transfer. P3.1a, b, c Worksheet 3.1 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 9 3 1/2 3.2 Electric charge and currents Recall that an electric current is a rate of flow of electric charge. Recall that current has the same value at any point in a single closed loop. Recall and use the relationship between quantity of charge, current and time. P3.1d, e, f Worksheets 3.2.1, 3.2.2 and 3.2.3 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 9 3 1/2 3.3 Electric circuits and potential difference Know circuit symbols. Recall that current (I) depends on resistance (R) and potential difference (V) Explain how an electric current passes round a circuit. P3.2 b, c, d Worksheets 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.3.3 and 3.3.4 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video 9 3 3/4 3.4 Series and parallel circuits Recognise series and parallel circuits. Describe the changes in the current and potential difference in series and parallel circuits. P3.2a, i and j (part) Worksheets 3.4.1, 3.4.2 and 3.4.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow 9 3 3/4 3.5 Resistance Set up a circuit to investigate resistance. Investigate the changing resistance of a filament lamp. Compare the properties of a resistor and filament lamp. P3.2 e, f, g, M1c, M4a, b, d Practical sheet 3.5; Technician’s notes 3.5 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow 9 3 3/4 3.6 Practical: Use circuit diagrams to set up and check appropriate circuits Use a circuit to determine resistance. Gather valid data to use in calculations. P3.2h, k (part), Prac P6, M1c, M4a, b Practical sheet 3.6 Technician’s notes 3.6 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
difference and current? Technician’s notes 3.12 Homework quiz Video Slideshow 9 3 9/10 3.13 Maths skills: Using algebra in electric circuit calculations Solve algebraic equations including using appropriate substitutions, numerical values and units. Change the subject of an equation. Use the symbols =, <, <<, >>, >, ~. P3.2m, M1a, c, M3a, b, c, d Worksheets 3.13.1, 3.13.2 and 3.13.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 9 3 9/10 3.14 Maths skills: Using formulae and understanding graphs Recognise how algebraic equations define the relationships between variables. Solve simple algebraic equations by substituting numerical values. Describe relationships expressed in graphical form. PM3.1i, 3.2i to iv, M1a, c, M3a, b, c, d, M4a, b, d Worksheets 3.14.1, 3.14.2 and 3.14.3; Practical sheet 3.14, Technician’s notes 3.14 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video 9 3 11/12 3.15 Magnetism and magnetic forces Explain what is meant by the poles of a magnet. Plot the magnetic field around a bar magnet. Describe magnetic materials and induced magnetism. P3.3a, b Worksheet 3.15; Practical sheet 3.15; Technician’s notes 3.15; PowerPoint presentation starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 9 3 11/12 3.16 Compasses and magnetic fields Describe the Earth’s magnetic field. Describe the magnetic effect of a current. P3.3c, d, e, f Worksheet 3.16; Practical sheet 3.16; Technician’s notes 3.16; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow 9 3 11/12 3.17 (HT) Magnetic effects Draw the magnetic field around a conducting wire and a solenoid. Describe the force on a wire in a magnetic field. (HT) P3.3g, h, i Worksheets 3.17.1 and 3.17.2; Practical 3.17; Technician’s notes 3.17; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow
End of chapter test Collins Connect End of teaching test Collins Connect End of year test Collins Connect Chapter 4: Waves and radioactivity (21 lessons) 10 1 5/6 Describing waves Describe wave motion. Define wavelength and frequency. Apply the relationship between wavelength, frequency and wave velocity. P4.1a, b, c, d, M3b, c, d Worksheets 4.1.1, 4.1.2, 4.1.3 and 4.1.4 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 1 5/6 4.2 Transverse and longitudinal waves Compare the motion of transverse and longitudinal waves. Explain why water waves are transverse waves. Explain why sound waves are longitudinal waves. P4.1e Worksheets 4.2.1, 4.2.2 and 4.2.3; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video 10 1 5/6 4.3 Measuring wave speeds (HT) Explain how the speed of sound in air can be measured. Explain how the of water ripples can be measured. Describe the use of echo sounding. (HT) P4.1f (part) Worksheets 4.3.1, 4.3.2 and 4.3.3, Practical sheet 4.3, Technician’s notes 4.3 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 1 7/8 4.4 Practical: Measuring the wavelength, frequency and speed of waves in a ripple tank and waves in a solid Develop techniques for making observations of waves. Select suitable apparatus to measure frequency and wavelength. Use data to answer questions. P4.1f (part), Prac P4 Practical sheet 4.4; Technician’s notes 4.4 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 1 7/8 4.5 skills: Using and rearranging equations Select and apply the equations T = 1/f and v = fλ. Substitute numerical values into equations appropriate units. Change the subject of an equation. PM4.1i, M3b, c, d Worksheets 4.5.1, 4.5.2 and 4.5.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
10 1 9/10 4.6 Key concept: Transferring energy or information by waves Understand that all have common properties. Understand how waves can be used to carry information. Understand various applications of energy transfer by different types of electromagnetic waves. Key concept Worksheet 4.6 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Slideshow 10 1 9/10 4.7 The electromagnetic spectrum Recall the similarities and differences between transverse and longitudinal Recognise that electromagnetic waves are transverse waves. Describe the main groupings and wavelength ranges of the electromagnetic spectrum. P4.2a, b, c, d, e, f Worksheets 4.7.1, 4.7.2 and 4.7.3 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 1 9/10 4.8 Gamma rays and (HT) List the properties of rays and X-rays. Recall examples of the practical uses of X-rays and gamma rays. Compare gamma rays and X-rays. (HT) P4.2g (part), h (part) Worksheets 4.8.1, 4.8.2 and 4.8.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Slideshow 10 1 11/12 4.9 Ultraviolet and infrared radiation Describe the properties of ultraviolet and infrared radiation. Describe some uses and hazards of ultraviolet radiation. Describe some uses of infrared radiation. P4.2g (part), h (part) Worksheet 4.9; Practical sheet 4.9; Technician’s notes 4.9 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow 10 1 11/12 4.10 Microwaves List some properties of microwaves. Describe how microwaves are used for communications. P4.2g (part), h (part) Worksheet 4.10 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 1 11/12 4.11 Radio and microwave communication (HT) Describe how radio waves are used for television and radio communications. Describe how microwaves are used in satellite communications. P4.2g (part), i Worksheets 4.11.1, 4.11.2 and 4.11.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
Describe the reflection and refraction of radio waves. (HT) 10 2 1/2 4.12 Reflection, refraction and wave fronts (HT only) Explain reflection and refraction and how these may vary with wavelength. Construct ray diagrams to illustrate refraction. Use wave front diagrams to explain refraction in terms of the difference in velocity of the waves in different substances. P4.2j (part), k Worksheets 4.12.1, 4.12.2 and 4.12.3; Practical sheet 4.12; Technician’s notes 4.12 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 2 1/2 4.13 Practical: Investigate the reflection of light by different types of surface and the refraction of light by different substances Make and record observations of how light is reflected and transmitted at different surfaces. Measure angles and discuss the method, apparatus and uncertainty in measurements. Draw conclusions from experimental results. P4.2j (part), Prac P4 Worksheets 4.13.1 and 4.13.2; Practical sheets 4.13.1, 4.13.2, 4.13.3 and 4.13.4; Technician’s notes 4.13 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 2 1/2 4.14 Atomic structure Describe the structure of the atom. Use symbols to represent particles. Describe ionisation. P4.3a, b, c, h Worksheets 4.14.1, 4.14.2 and 4.14.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 2 3/4 4.15 Radioactive decay Describe radioactive decay. Describe the types of nuclear radiation. Understand the processes of alpha decay and beta decay. P4.3d, e Worksheets 4.15.1, 4.15.2 and 4.15.3; Technician’s 4.15 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow 10 2 3/4 4.16 Nuclear equations Understand nuclear equations. Write balanced nuclear equations. P4.3f, g, h Worksheets 4.16.1, 4.16.2 and 4.16.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video
10 2 3/4 4.17 Radioactive half-life (HT) Explain what is meant by radioactive half-life. Calculate half-life. (HT) Choose the best radioisotope for a task. P4.3j, M4a, c Worksheets 4.17.1, 4.17.2 and 4.17.3; Practical sheet 4.17; Technician’s notes 4.17 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 2 5/6 4.18 Background radiation Recall sources of background radiation. Describe how different types of radiation have different ionising power. P4.3i, l Worksheets 4.18.1, 4.18.2 and 4.18.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video 10 2 5/6 4.19 Maths skills: Using ratios and proportional reasoning (HT) Draw a curve of best fit to calculate radioactive Calculate the net decline. (HT) P4.3k, M1c, M3c, M4a, c Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video 10 2 5/6 4.20 Hazards and uses of radiation Describe radioactive contamination. Give examples of how radioactive tracers can be used. P4.3m (part) Worksheets 4.20.1, 4.20.2 and 4.20.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 2 7/8 4.21 Irradiation Explain what is meant by irradiation. Understand the distinction between contamination and irradiation. Appreciate the importance of communication between scientists. P4.3m (part) Worksheets 4.21.1, 4.21.2 and 4.21.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 2 7/8 Assessment End of chapter test Student Book End of chapter test Collins Connect End of teaching block test Collins Connect Chapter 5: Energy (9 lessons) 10 2 9/10 5.1 Investigating kinetic energy Describe how the kinetic energy store of an object changes as its speed changes. Calculate kinetic energy. P5.1b (part), e (part) Worksheets 5.1.1, 5.1.2 and 5.1.3; Practical sheets 5.1.1 and 5.1.2; Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
Consider how energy is transferred. Technician’s notes 5.1 Slideshow 10 2 9/10 5.2 Work done and energy transfer Recall what is meant by work done. Use the relationship between work done and force applied. Identify the transfers between energy stores. P5.1b (part), c (part) Worksheets 5.2.1, 5.2.2 and 5.2.3; Practical sheets 5.2.1 and 5.2.2; Technician’s notes 5.2 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow 10 2 9/10 5.3 Specific heat capacity Understand how things heat up. Find out about heating water. Find out about specific heat capacity. P5.1c (part) Worksheets 5.3.1, 5.3.2 and 5.3.3; Practical sheet 5.3; Technician’s notes 5.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 2 11/12 5.4 Energy and power Recall that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred. Describe the energy transfers in different domestic appliances. Describe power as a rate of energy transfer. Calculate the energy transferred. P5.1c (part), d, P5.2b, c Worksheets 5.4.1, 5.4.2 and 5.4.3, Practical sheet 5.4, Technician’s notes 5.4 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 2 11/12 5.5 Dissipation of energy Explain ways of reducing unwanted energy transfer. Describe what affects the rate of cooling of a building. Understand that energy is dissipated. P5.2a, g Worksheets 5.5.1, 5.5.2 and 5.5.3; Practical sheets 5.5.1, and 5.5.2, Technician’s notes 5.5 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Slideshow 10 2 11/12 5.6 Energy efficiency Explain what is meant by energy efficiency. Calculate the efficiency of energy transfers. Find out about conservation of energy. P5.1a, P5.2d, e (part), g, Worksheets 5.6.1 and 5.6.2; Practical sheets 5.6.1, 5.6.2, 5.6.3 and 5.6.4 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
PM5.2i, M1c, M4a, c, d, e Video 10 3 1/2 5.7 Practical: Investigating ways of reducing the unwanted energy transfers in a system Use scientific ideas to make predictions Analyse data to identify trends. Evaluate an experimental procedure. P5.2e (part), f, Prac P5 Worksheet 5.7; Practical sheet 5.7; Technician’s notes 5.7 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 3 1/2 5.8 Key concept: Energy transfer Understand why energy is a key concept in science. Use about stores and transfers to explain what energy does. Understand why accounting for energy transfers is a useful idea. Key concept Worksheet 5.8, Practical sheets 5.8.1 and 5.8.2, Technician’s notes 5.8.1 and 5.8.2 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow 10 3 1/2 5.9 Maths skills: Calculations using significant figures Substitute numerical values into equations and use appropriate units. Change the subject of an equation. Give an answer to an appropriate number of significant figures. M1a, c, M2a, b, c, d Worksheets 5.9.1, 5.9.2 and 5.9.3, Technician’s 5.9 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video 10 3 3/4 Assessment End of chapter test Student Book End of chapter test Collins Connect Chapter 6: Global challenges (5 lessons) 10 3 3/4 6.1 Keeping safe on the road Explain the factors that affect stopping distance. Explain the dangers caused by large deceleration. P6.1d, e, f Worksheets 6.1.1, 6.1.2 and 6.1.3 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 10 3 3/4 6.2 Transmitting electricity Describe how electricity is transmitted using the National Grid. Explain why energy is transmitted at high potential differences. Understand the role of transformers. P6.2c, d, e Worksheet 6.2 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz 1 2
10 3 5/6 6.3 Using energy resources Describe the main energy resources available for use on Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable resources. Explain the ways in which the energy resources are used. P6.2a Worksheet 6.3, Practical sheet 6.3, Technician’s notes 6.3 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video 1 Video 2 10 3 5/6 6.4 Global energy supplies Analyse global trends in energy use. Understand what the issues are when using energy resources. P6.2b Worksheets 6.4.1, 6.4.2 and 6.4.3; Practical sheet 6.4, Technician’s notes 6.4 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Slideshow 10 3 5/6 6.5 Electricity in the home Recall that the domestic supply in the UK is a.c. at 50 Hz and about 230 V. Describe the main features of live, neutral and wires. P6.2f, g, h, i Worksheets 6.5.1, 6.5.2 and 6.5.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow 10 3 7/8 Assessment End of chapter test Student Book End of chapter test Collins Connect End of teaching block test Collins Connect End of year test Collins Connect End of course test Collins Connect