F5 PHYSICS YEARLY PLAN

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SCHEME O F W ORK F OR FOR M 5 PHY SICS 2008LE ARNI NG ARE A: 1. W AVESWeek Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

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1.1Understanding Waves. Observe situations to gain an idea of

waves as illustrated by vibrations inropes, slinky springs, or a ripple tank.

Carry out activities using a ripple tankand a slinky spring to demonstrate:

a) that waves transfer energy without

transferring matter,

b) transverse and longitudinal waves,

c) wavefronts,

d) the direction of propagation of waves

in relation to wavefronts.

View computer simulation to gain an

idea of:

a) transverse and longitudinal waves,b) wavefronts,

c) direction of propagation of waves inrelation to wavefronts for transverse

and longitudinal waves.

A student is able to :

Describe what is meant by wave

motion.

Recognise that waves transfer

energy without transferringmatter.

Compare transverse and

longitudinal waves and give

examples of each.

State what is meant by a

wavefront.

State the direction of propagation

of waves in relation towavefronts

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Week Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

Observe an oscillating system such as a

simple pendulum or a loaded spring to

define amplitude, period and frequency.

View computer simulations to gain anunderstanding of:

a) amplitude (a),b) period (T),

c) frequency (f),

d) wavelength (),

e) wave speed (V).

Discuss amplitude and period with theaid of a displacement-time graph for a

wave.

Discuss amplitude and wavelength withthe aid of a displacement-distance graph

for a wave.

Discuss the relationship between speed,

wavelength and frequency.

Discuss to solve problems involving

speed, wavelength and frequency.

Observe and discuss the effect of:a) damping in an oscillating system

b) resonance in an oscillating systemsuch as a Bartons pendulum.

.define

i. amplitudeii. period,

iii. frequency,

iv. wavelength,v. wave speed.

Sketch and interpret a

displacement-time graph for a

wave.

Sketch and interpret a

displacement-distance graph for a

wave,

Clarify the relationship betweenspeed, wavelength and frequency.

Solve problems involving speed,

wavelength and frequency.

Describe damping in a oscillating

system.

Describe resonance in a

oscillating system.

V = f. can be derived

from

v =t

s

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1 1.2Analysing reflection ofwaves

Carry out activities to observe reflectionof :

a) plane waves in a ripple tank,

b) lightc) sound waves

Discuss the characteristics of the

reflected wave in terms of the angle of

reflection, wavelength, frequency, speed

and direction of propagation in relationto the incident wave.

View computers simulations onreflection of waves


Describe reflection of waves in

terms of the angle of incidence,

angle of reflection, wavelength,frequency, speed and direction of

propagation.

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Draw a diagram to show

reflection of waves.

Reflection of circularwater waves and the use

of curved reflectors are

not required.

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Analysing refraction of

waves

Carry out activities to observe refraction

ofa) plane water waves in a ripple

tank,b) light waves,

c) sound waves.

Discuss the characteristics of the

refracted wave in terms of the angle ofrefraction, wavelength, frequency, speed

and direction of propagation in relationto the incident waves.


describe refraction of waves

in terms angle of incidence,

angle of refraction,wavelength, frequency ,

speed and direction ofpropagation.

Draw a diagram to show

refraction of waves.

Refraction of waterwaves over straight,

concave and convextransparent blocks is

required.

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View computer simulations onrefraction of waves.

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Analysing diffraction ofwaves

Carry out activities to observe diffractionof

a) water waves in a ripple tank,

b) light waves

c) sound waves.

Discuss the characteristics of thediffracted waves in terms if

wavelength, frequency, speed,

direction of propagation and the

shape of waves.

View computers simulations on

diffraction of waves

A student is able to

describe diffraction of waves

in terms of wavelength,

frequency, speed, direction ofpropagation and shape of

waves,

draw a diagram to show

diffraction of waves.

Discuss the effect of sizeof gap on the degree of

diffraction

2 1.5Analysing interference of

waves

Use a slinky spring to present the idea on

the superposition of waves.

Carry out activities to observe

interference patterns ofa) water waves in a ripple tank,

b) light waves,

c) sound waves.

Discuss constructive and destructiveinterference.

DiscussD

ax=


state the principle of

superposition

explain the interference of

waves

draw interference patterns

interpret interference patterns

apply the following formula

in problem solving

D

ax=

Youngs double slit

experiment may be used

to show interference oflight.

wavelengthx the distance betweentwo consecutive nodes

a the distance betweenthe two wave sources

D the perpendicular

distance from the source

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waves.

Discuss applications of electromagneticwaves such as:

a) radio waves in broadcasting andcommunications,

b) microwaves in satellites andcellular telephones,

c) infra-red rays in household

appliances, remote controls andnight-vision devices,

d) visible light in optical fibres and

photography,e) ultraviolet rays in fluorescent

lamps and sterilisation,

f) X-rays in hospital and

engineering applications,g) gamma rays in medical

treatment.

Research and report on the detrimental

effects of excessive exposure to certain

components of the electromagneticspectrum.

electromagnetic waves

describe applications ofelectromagnetic waves

describe the detrimental effects of

excessive exposure to certain

components of the

electromagnetic spectrum.

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LE ARNI NG ARE A: 2. ELEC TRICI TYWeek Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

2.1

Analysing electric fields andcharge flow

Discuss electric current as the rate of

charge flow, i.et

QI=

Carry out activities / view computersimulations to study electric field lines

for different arrangements of charges.

Observe the effect of an electric field on:a) a ping-pong ball coated with

conducting material,

b) a candle flame.

Discuss to solve problems involvingelectric charge and current.


state the relationship betweenelectron flow and electric current.

define an electric current

describe an electric filed.

sketch electric filed lines showing

the direction of the field.

describe the effect of an electric

filed on charge.

Recall the activity carriedout using a Van De Graff

generator to show therelationship between

electric charge andcurrent flow.

I current

Q- charge

t- time

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Analysing the relationshipbetween electric current and

potential difference

View computer simulations to gain anunderstanding of potential difference


define potential difference. Potential difference andvoltage may be used

interchangeably here.

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Discuss potential difference(V) as work

done (W) when moving 1C of charge (Q)between two points in electric field, i.e

Q

WV=

Plan and conduct an experiment to find

the relationship between current andpotential difference for an ohmic

conductor.

Discuss Ohm,s Law as the relationship

between potential difference and currentat constant temperature.

Discuss resistance as the ratio of

potential difference to current for an

ohmic conductor.

Conduct experiment s to study anddiscuss factors that effect resistance, i,e

the type of material, cross-sectional area,length and temperature.

Discuss to solve problems involvingpotential difference, current and

resistance.

Research and report on superconductors

plan and conduct an experiment

to find the relationship betweencurrent and potential difference.

describe the relationship betweencurrent and potential difference.

state Ohms Law

define resistance

explain factors that affect

resistance

solve problems involving

potential difference, current andresistance.

describe superconductors

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2.3Analysing series andparallel circuits

Carry out activities to identify series and

parallel circuits.

Carry out activities to study the current,I, and potential difference, V, in series

and parallel circuits using ammeters and

voltmeters to shoe the value of I and V.

Calculate the effective resistance ofresistors connected in :

a) series,b) parallel.

Discuss and apply principles of current,potential difference and resistance in

series and parallel circuits to newsituations and to solve problems.

A students is able to :

identify series and parallel

circuits.

compare the current and

potential difference of series

circuits and parallel circuits.

determine the effective

resistance of resistors connected

in series.

determine the effective

resistance of resistors connected

in parallel.


current, potential difference andresistance in series circuit,

parallel circuits and theircombinations.

2.4Analysing electromotive

force and internal resistance

Discuss e.m.f. as the work done by

source in driving a unit charge around acomplete circuit.


define electromotive force

(e.m.f.)

Clarify that e.m.f. is not a

force but energy per unitcharge.

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Carry out activities to distinguishbetween e.m.f. and potential difference.

Carry out activity to study internalresistance.

Carry out activity to determine e.m.f.

and internal resistance of a battery byplotting a voltage against current graph.

Discuss to solve problems involvinge.m.f. and internal resistance.

compare e.m.f. and potential

difference.

Explain internal resistance.

Determine e.m.f. and internal

resistance.

Solve problems involving e.m.f.

and internal resistance

2.5Analysing electrical energy

and power

Discuss the relationship between :

a) energy (E), voltage (V), current(I)

and time(t),b) power (P), voltage (V), and current

(I)


electrical energy and power.

Compare the power rating of varioushousehold appliances and calculate

energy used for a fixed period of time.

Carry out activities to compare

household electrical appliances thatperform the same function such as an

energy-saver bulb in terms of efficientused of energy.


Define electrical energy

Define electric power

Solve problems involving

electrical energy and power

Compare power rating and

energy consumption of various

electrical appliances.

Compare various electrical

appliances in terms of efficient

use of energy.

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Research and report on ways of

increasing energy efficiency in the homeor school.

Discuss the importance of maintenance

in ensuring efficiency of electricalappliances.

Describe ways of increasingenergy efficiency.

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LE ARNI NG ARE A: 3. ELEC TR OMA GNE TI SMWeek Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

3.1 Analysing the magnetic

effect of a current-carryingconductor.

Recall what an electromagnet is.

Carry out activities to study the pattern

and direction of the magnetic field due toa current in a:

a) straight wire,

b) coil,c) solenoid.

Plan and conduct experiments to studyfactors that effect the strength of amagnetic field of an electromagnet, i.e.:

a) the number of turns on the coil,

b) the size of current carried by the coil,c) the use of a soft iron core.

Research and report on applications of

electromagnets such as in electric bells,

circuit breakers, electromagnetic relaysand telephone ear-pieces.

A student is able to : State what an electromagnet is.

Draw the magnetic field pattern

due to a current in a :i) straight wire,

ii) coil,

iii) solenoid.

Plan and conduct experiments tostudy factors that affect thestrength of the magnetic field of

electromagnet.

Describe applications of

electromagnets.

The right-hand grip rule

may be introduced.

3.2 Understanding theforce on a current-carrying

conductor in a magneticfield.

Carry out activities to show the force ona current-carrying conductor in a

magnetic field including the effect ofreversing the direction of the current and

magnetic field.


Describe what happens to

current-carrying conductor in a

magnetic field.

Flemings left-hand rule

may be introduced.

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View computer simulations to gain anunderstanding of the resultant magnetic

field obtained by combining the

magnetic fields due to a current-carryingconductor and a magnet.

Carry out experiments to study factors

that affect the force on a current-carrying

conductor in a magnetic field and discusshow they affect the force on a current-

carrying conductor in a magnetic field.

Carry out activities to observe theturning effect of a current-carrying coil

in a magnetic field.

Discuss how the turning effect of a

current-carrying coil in magnetic field isused in the action of a motor.

Carry out activities or view computer

simulations to study factors that affectthe speed of rotation of an electric motor.

Draw the pattern of the combined

magnetic field due to a current-

carrying conductor in magnetic

field. Describe how a current-carrying

conductor in magnetic fieldexperiences a force.

Explain the factors that affect the

magnitude of the force on acurrent-carrying conductor in

magnetic field.

Describe how a current-carrying

coil in a magnetic fieldexperiences a turning force.

Describe how a direct current

motor works.

State factors that affect the speedof rotation of an electric motor.

The working principle ofa moving-coil ammeter

may also be discussed.

Comparisons to analternating current motor

may also be discussed.

3.3Analysing electromagnetic

induction.

Carry out activities to observe

electromagnetic induction in a:a) straight wire,

b) solenoid.


Describe electromagnetic

induction.

Faradays law and Lenzs

law may be introduced.

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Discuss electromagnetic induction as theproduction of an electromotive force in a

conductor when there is relative motion

of the conductor across a magnetic field.

Discuss the direction of the inducedcurrent in a:

a) straight wire,b) solenoid

Carry out activities to study factors thataffect the magnitude of the induced

current and discuss how they affect of

the magnitude of the induced current.

Research and report applications of

electromagnetic induction such as in

direct current (d.c.) and alternatingcurrent (a.c.) generators.

Observe and discuss the output

generated by a direct current and

alternating current source on a display

unit such as a cathode ray oscilloscope.

indicate the direction of the

induced current in a:

i) straight wire,ii) solenoid

Explain factors that affect the

magnitude of the induced current.


electromagnetic induction.

Compare direct current and

alternating current.

Flemings right-hand rulemay be introduced.

3.4Analysing transformers Carry out activities to gain an

understanding of the structure and theoperating principle of a simple step-up

transformer and a step-down

transformer.


describe the structure and the

operating principle of a simpletransformer.

compare and contrast a step-up

transformer and a step-downtransformer.

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Carry out activities to study therelationship between number and turns

of the primary coil (Np), number of turns

of the secondary coil (Ns) primaryvoltage (Vp) and secondary voltage (Vs).

Discuss the relationship between output

and input power in an ideal transformer,i.e. VpIp= VsIs.

Discussa) energy losses in a transformer.

b) ways to improve the efficiency of a

transformer.


transformers.

state thatVs

Vp=Ns

Npfor an ideal

transformer.

state that VpIp = VsIs for an ideal

transformer.

describe the energy losses in a

transformer.

describe ways to improve the

efficiency of a transformer.


transformers

3.5

Understanding thegeneration and transmission

of electricity

Research and report on various sourcesof energy used to generate electricity

such as hydro, gas, nuclear, diesel, coal,

biomass, sun and wind.View computer simulations to gain an

understanding on the use of varioussources to generate electricity.

Study a model of electricitytransmission.


list sources of energy used togenerate electricity.

describe the various ways of

generating electricity.

describe the transmission of

electricity.

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Discuss the energy loss in cables and theadvantage of high voltage transmission.

View computer simulations to gain an

understanding of the National GridNetwork.

Research and report on :a) the importance of the National Grid

Network in terms of efficient energy

distribution,b) the importance of energy efficiency

and renewable energy resources in

view of limited energy sources,c) the effects on the environment caused

by the use of various sources to

generate electricity.

describe the energy loss in

electricity transmission cables

and deduce the advantage of highvoltage transmission.

state the importance of the

National Grid Network.


electricity transmission

explain the importance of

renewable energy

explain the effects on the

environment caused by the use of

various sources to generateelectricity.

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LE ARNI NG ARE A: 4. ELEC TR ONIC SWeek Learning

Objectives

Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

4.1Understanding the uses

of the Cathode Ray

Oscilloscope (C.R.O)

View computer simulation to gain an

understanding of thermionic emission.

Carry out activities to study the properties of

cathode rays using apparatus such as theMaltese Cross tube.

Discuss the cathode ray oscilloscope fromthe following aspects:

a) electron gun,b) deflection system,

c) fluorescent screen,d) Energy changes.

Carry out activities using a C.R.O. to:a) measure potential difference,

b) measure short time intervals,c) Waveforms display.

Discuss to solve problems based on the

C.R.O. display.


explain thermionic emission.

Describe the working properties

of chatode rays.

Describe the working principle ofcathode ray oscilloscope.

Measure potential difference

using the C.R.O.

Measure short time intervals

using the C.R.O. Display wave forms using the

C.R.O.

Solve problems based on the C.R.O.display

Thermionic emission-

pancaran termion

Cathode rays-sinar katod

Cathode rays

oscilloscope-osiloskop

sinar katod

Fluorescent- pendaflour

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Week Learning

Objectives

Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

4.2Understandingsemiconductor diodes

View computer simulations to gain anunderstanding of properties of

semiconductors in terms of its resistance and

free electrons

View computer simulations to gain anunderstanding of:

a) n type and p type semiconductors,

b) semiconductor diodes

Carry out activities to observe current flowthrough a semiconductor diode ( p-n

junction) in forward bias or reverse bias.

Build a

half wave rectifier circuit anda full wave rectifier circuit.

Observe half wave rectification and

full wave rectification using an instrumentsuch as a C.R.O.

Observe and discuss the effect or outing acapacitor in a:

a) half wave rectifier circuitb) full wave rectifier circuit


Describe semiconductors in terms

of resistance and free electrons

Describe n-type and p-type

semiconductors.

Describe semiconductor diodes.

Describe the function of diodes.

Describe the use of diodes as

rectifiers.

Describe the use of a capacitor

to smooth out output current and

output voltage in a rectifier

circuit.

The term doping may beintroduced

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4.3Understanding transistors.

With the aid of diagrams, discuss atransistor in terms of its terminals, i.e.

base, collector and emitter.

Carry out activities to show a transistoras a current amplifier.

Set up a transistor- base electronic circuitthat functions as a light, heat or sound-

controlled switch.

A student is able to:

Describe a transistor in terms of

its terminals.

Describe how a transistor can be

used as a current amplifier.

Describe how a transistor can be

used as an automatic switch.

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4.4Analysing logic gates Discuss logic gates as switching circuits

in computers and other electronicsystems.

Research and report on symbols for thefollowing logic gates:

a) ANDb) OR

c) NOTd) NAND

e) NOR


State that logic gates are

switching circuits incomputers and other

electronic systems.

List and draw symbols for the

following logic gates

i. AND

ii. OR

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Carry out activities to study the action ofthe following logic gates:

a. AND b. OR

c. NOTd. NAND

e. NOR

Build truth tables for logic gates and

their combinations.

Research and report on logic gatescontrol systems such as in security

systems, safety systems and street lights.


State the action of the

following logic gates in truthtable

i. AND

ii. OR iii. NOT

iv. NANDv. NOR

Build truth tables for logic

gates in combination for a

maximum of 2 inputs.

Describe applications of logic

gates control systems.

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LE ARNI NG ARE A: 5. R ADIO ACTI VIT YWeek Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

5.1

Understanding the nucleusof an atom

View computer simulations or models togain an understanding of:

a) the composition of the nucleus,b) isotopes.

Research and report on the terms nuclideand isotope.


describe the composition of the

nucleus of an atoms in terms of

protons and neutrons.

define proton numbers (Z) and

nucleon number (A).

explain the terms nuclide

use the nuclide notation XA

Z .

define the term isotope.

5.2Analyzing radioactive decay View computer simulations to gain an

understanding of radioactivity.

Discuss:

a) that radioactivity is thespontaneous disintegration of an

unstable nucleus accompanied bythe emission of energetic

particles or protons,

b) the detection of radioactiveemission using detectors such as

cloud chambers an Geiger-Mullertubes,

Discuss the characteristics of radioactiveemissions i.e. alpha particles, beta

particles and gamma rays in terms of


state what radioactivity is.

name common detectors for

radioactive emissions.

compare the three kinds of

radioactive emissions in terms of

The structure of detectors

are not required.

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5.1

Understanding the nucleus

of an atom

View computer simulations or models to

gain an understanding of:a) the composition of the nucleus,

b) isotopes.




nucleus of an atoms in terms ofprotons and neutrons.


nucleon number (A).



Z .


their:

a) relative ionising effectsb) relative penetrating powersc) deflection by electric and

magnetic fields

Discuss radioactive decay with the aid of

equation

Carry out activities to gain anunderstanding of half-life

Discuss a typical decay curve

Discuss to solve problem involving half-life

their nature

explain what radioactive decay is

use equation to represent change

in the composition of the nucleuswhen particles are emitted

explain half-life

determine half-life from a decay

curve

solve problems involving half-

life


5.3 A student is able to:

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of an atom



b) isotopes.






nucleon number (A).



Z .


Understanding the uses of

radioisotopes

Discuss radioisotopes.

Research and report on applications ofradioisotopes in the fields of:

a) medicine,b) agriculture,

c) archeology,

d) industry.

View computer simulations onapplications of radioisotopes.

Visit the Malaysian Institute for NuclearTechnology Research (MINT) or other

suitable places to see variousapplications of radioisotopes.

define radioisotopes.

name examples of radioisotopes.


radioisotopes.

5.4Understanding nuclear

energy

View computer simulations to gain an

understanding of:


define atomic mass unit ( a.m.u).

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of an atom



b) isotopes.






nucleon number (A).



Z .


a) nuclear fission,

b) chain reactions,c) nuclear fusion

Discuss:a) atomic mass unit ( a.m.u),

b) nuclear fission,

c) chain reactions,d) nuclear fusion.

Discuss the relationship between mass

defect and the nuclear energy producedin nuclear fission and nuclear fusion, i.e.E=mc2.

Research and report on the generation of

electricity from nuclear energy.

Discuss the pros and cons of using

nuclear fission to generate electricity.

describe nuclear fission.

give examples of nuclear fission.

describe chain reactions.

describe nuclear fusion.

give examples of nuclear fusion.

relate the release of energy in anuclear reaction with a change of

mass according to the equationE=mc2.

describe the generation of

electricity from nuclear fission.

justify the use of nuclear fission

in the generation of electricity.

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of an atom



b) isotopes.






nucleon number (A).



Z .



nuclear energy.

solve problems involving nuclear

energy.

5.5Realising the importance of

proper management ofradioactive substances.

Research and report on:

a) the negative effects of radioactivesubstances,

b) safety precautions that should be

taken when handling radioactivesubstances,

c) management of radioactivewaste.


describe the negative effects of

radioactive substances.

describe safety precautions

needed in the handling of

radioactive substances.

describe the management of

radioactive waste.

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