Year 7 Science Topics
1. Introduction to Science – Scientific Method, Laboratory Safety
2. Classification of Living Things – Kingdoms of Life, Taxonomy
3. Ecosystems – Food Chains, Food Webs, Biomes, Human Impact
4. Forces and Motion – Types of Forces, Balanced and Unbalanced Forces
5. Mixtures and Solutions – Separating Techniques, Physical and Chemical Properties
6. Earth and Space – Solar System, Seasons, Lunar Phases
7. Introduction to Cells – Cell Structure and Function, Microscope Use
Year 8 Science Topics
1. Cells and Microorganisms – Cell Division, Types of Cells, Role of Microorganisms
2. Body Systems – Digestive, Circulatory, Respiratory Systems
3. Energy – Forms of Energy, Energy Transfer and Transformation, Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy
4. Matter – Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures; Atomic Theory
5. Chemical Reactions – Physical and Chemical Changes, Basic Reactions
6. Rocks and Minerals – Rock Cycle, Types of Rocks, Weathering and Erosion
7. The Universe – Stars, Galaxies, Origin of the Universe
Year 9 Science Topics
1. Ecosystems and Biodiversity – Biotic and Abiotic Factors, Environmental Changes
2. Human Body Systems and Disease – Nervous and Endocrine Systems, Immune Response, Pathogens
3. Electricity and Magnetism – Electric Circuits, Static and Current Electricity, Magnetic Fields
4. Chemical Reactions – Types of Reactions, Chemical Equations, Acids and Bases
5. Atomic Structure and Periodic Table – Structure of the Atom, Periodic Trends
6. Plate Tectonics – Earth’s Structure, Tectonic Plate Movement, Earthquakes and Volcanoes
7. Sound and Light – Wave Properties, Reflection and Refraction, Sound and Light Behavior
Year 10 Science Topics
1. Genetics and Evolution – DNA Structure, Inheritance, Natural Selection, Evolutionary Theory
2. Chemical Bonding and Reactions – Ionic, Covalent, and Metallic Bonds; Reaction Rates
3. Periodic Table and Chemical Properties – Trends in Periodic Table, Reactivity
4. Global Systems – Carbon Cycle, Climate Change, Ecosystem Dynamics
5. Physics of Motion – Newton’s Laws, Speed, Velocity, and Acceleration
6. Energy Conservation and Transformation – Kinetic and Potential Energy, Conservation of Energy
7. The Universe and Astronomy – Big Bang Theory, Life Cycle of Stars, Galaxies