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Physical Science

Short Course

Syllabus

Short Title Description
1 Matter:  Mass, Weight & Density Learn properties of matter -mass, weight,  volume and density.  Measure and calculate density of metal bars, fishing weight and wood
2 Chemical Reactions Perform various chemical reactions and write the equations for the reactions.  Learn composition, decomposition, single replacement & double replacement reactions.
3 Forces & Work Students use a spring scale and masses to study Hooke's law and graph the results.  Use spring scale and incline planes to study the relationships between forces and work.
4 Heat Capacity Students burn a marshmallow, collect data and use the data to calculate the calories in the marshmallow.
5 Electricity & Magnetism II Students make an electromagnet using a nail and wire, insert a magnet into a coil to produce a current and build a simple electric motor.
6 Light Learn about polarized films.  Mix chemicals and alcohol to make crystals and view them under a microscope.   Use a radiometer to see how light can transfer energy.

 

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