Grade 10 - Science
Physics A - Semester 1 (Credit: 0.50)Students begin their exploration of physics by reviewing the International System of Units (SI), scientific notation, and significant digits. They then learn to describe and analyze motion in one and two dimensions. Students learn about gravity and Newton’s laws of motion before concluding the course with an examination of circular motion. Students apply mathematical concepts such as graphing and trigonometry in order to solve physics problems. Throughout the course, students apply their understanding of physics by playing roles like science museum curator and elementary teacher.
Major Concepts:
Physics uses a knowledge of physical properties to answer theoretical questions; technology is a method of solving practical problems.
Measurement is a process that assigns appropriate numerical values to physical quantities.
There are specific rules and guidelines that explain the motion of all objects in the universe.
Forces cause a change in an object’s motion.
Force, work, and energy are directly related variables that describe basic natural phenomena.
Momentum is inertia in motion.
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