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Group 31
Force & Gravity |
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What is
gravity?
If the forces on an object are balanced, how would you describe its movements or
otherwise? Similarly, what, if any, are the movement if the forces are unbalanced? What are the
differences or otherwise between the mass & weight of an identical object on
Earth and other planets? What is the relationship between force, area and
pressure?
Curriculum for Excellence - draft outcomes
CfE (Forces and Motion) (Level Second) -
SCN 223L - Using my
understanding of forces, I can test ideas about safety design features in
vehicles and use my results in an innovative safe design.
CfE (Forces and Motion) (Level Third) -
SCN 313L - I have
carried out activities to investigate the effect of gravity on objects and can
describe its effects to others. I can predict what might happen in different
situations on Earth and in space.
CfE (Planet Earth - Climate & Earth Science) (Level Third) -
SCN 305D -
By applying my knowledge of matter, I can explain air pressure and the
consequences of its change in a variety of contexts.
CfE (Topical Science) (Level Third)
- SCN 332BB - Through research and group discussion, I have contributed to an
evaluation of a media item with regard to its scientific content.
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Target
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Environmental Studies - Science component - Attainment Target |
ES Target Code |
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Energy & Forces Forces & their effects |
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Describe
the relationship between the Earth’s gravity and the weight of an object |
EF-D3.2 |
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Describe the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces |
EF-E3.1 |
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Distinguish
between mass and weight |
EF-F3.1 |
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Name
the Newton as a unit of force
and explain its relationship to mass |
EF-F3.2 |
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Explain how
gravity on the moon and other planets
affects the weight of an object |
EF-E3.2 |
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Describe the relationship between force, area
and pressure. |
EF-F3.3 |
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Conversion &
transfer of energy
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Distinguish
between gravitational
potential and chemical potential energy |
EF-F2.1 |
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Future Learning (progression)
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St. Physics: Transport, Space Physics
INT1 Physics: Unit 5 Movement
CfE (Forces and Motion) (Level Fourth) -
SCN 422L Phys - I can
use appropriate methods to measure the speed of an object, and show how the data
can be presented and analysed graphically. I can show how these methods are
applied in, for example, competitive sport.
CfE (Forces and Motion) (Level Fourth) -
SCN 423L Phys - I can
relate the motion of an object to the forces acting on it, making accurate and
quantitative measurements and carrying out calculations. I can apply this
knowledge, for example to explain how responsible behaviour and safe vehicle
design can help reduce accidents.
CfE (Forces and Motion) (Level Fourth) -
SCN 425L Phys - I have
explored the relationship between mass and volume, and as part of a team I can
use my knowledge to solve a challenging problem related to density.
CfE (Topical Science) (Level Fourth)
- SCN 443BB ALL - I have researched a new development in science and can show
how its current or future application might impact on modern life.
CfE (Topical Science) (Level Fourth)
- SCN 444BB ALL - Having selected a scientific theme of topical interest, I can
critically analyse the issues, and use relevant information to develop an
informed argument. |