In Year 10 Science, learners explain the roles of DNA, genes and chromosomes in heredity, and model the effects of genetic changes on traits and inheritance. They investigate the process of cell division and explain its role in growth, repair and reproduction. Learners analyse the theory of evolution by natural selection, using it to explain patterns in biodiversity. They describe how the universe has evolved over time, drawing on supporting evidence and models. Learners explain how energy flows between the Earth’s interconnected spheres and influences global climate patterns and assess human impact and management strategies. They investigate and apply Newton’s laws of motion, using mathematical relationships to describe and predict the motion of an object within a system. Learners describe how atomic structure determines the properties of elements and influences the element’s reactivity. They explain how reaction rates depend on the frequency, orientation and energy of particle collisions. Learners describe how patterns in chemical reactions are influenced by factors such as the nature of reactants and environmental conditions and predict reaction products.
CONTENT
The following topics provide the framework for learning throughout the year, but not necessarily in this order:
ASSESSMENT
Students are assessed against the science curriculum standards. Evidence of student achievement will be gathered through tests, assignments and practical reports.
THRIVE • RESPECT • INTEGRITY
