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Asexual and Sexual Reproduction Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the two main ways organisms reproduce – asexual reproduction and sexual reproduction. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Define asexual reproduction and sexual reproduction and compare the genetic composition of offspring. Describe how sexual reproduction … Read more

DNA Replication, Mitosis and Meiosis Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the two types of cell division – involving either mitosis or meiosis – and the process of DNA replication which takes place prior to both. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Explain why cell … Read more

Chromosomes, Diploid Cells and Haploid Cells Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the arrangement of chromosomes in diploid and haploid cells, and how sex chromosomes determine biological sex. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Describe the arrangement of chromosomes in diploid cells (body cells) and … Read more

DNA – The Molecule of Life Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the structure of DNA – the molecule that carries genetic information in living things. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Describe the structure of nucleotides – the subunits of DNA molecules. Describe the … Read more

Branches of Science Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the five branches of science that are studied in high school. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Give a general description of the types of topics studied in chemistry, physics, biology, earth science and space science. … Read more

Practical Reports Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the different sections of a scientific practical report and the style in which they are written. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Name the different sections of a scientific practical report, in the correct order. Describe the … Read more

The Scientific Method Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn how scientific knowledge is accumulated through a rigorous and methodical process of inquiry. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Describe the steps involved in the scientific method. Define qualitative and quantitative observation, inference and prediction. Describe how … Read more

The Bunsen Burner Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the different parts of a Bunsen burner, and how to use a Bunsen burner correctly and safely in a science laboratory. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Identify the different parts of a Bunsen burner. Describe … Read more

Scientific Diagrams Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn the rules for drawing scientific diagrams and how to draw some common pieces of laboratory equipment. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Draw and label scientific diagrams, according to a set of rules. Draw scientific diagrams of common … Read more

Scientific Laboratory Equipment Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the main glassware items and other pieces of equipment used in a school science laboratory. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Identify common scientific laboratory equipment. Give examples of common uses of different scientific laboratory equipment. … Read more

Separation of Mixtures Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn how mixtures can be separated by a variety of methods, depending on the type of mixture and the physical properties of the component substances. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Describe the following separation methods, with examples: … Read more

Solutions and Solubility Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the properties of solutions and look at examples of different types of solutions. We will also learn how solubility is related to the components of a solution and how it is affected by temperature and pressure. Learning Outcomes By the end of this … Read more

Pure Substances and Mixtures Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn how matter is classified based on its macroscopic and microscopic properties. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Define matter and explain how it is composed of particles. Distinguish between a pure substance and a mixture. Distinguish … Read more

Density of Solids, Liquids and Gases Learning Objective In this lesson we will look more closely at density as a physical property, including what happens when substances with different densities are combined. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Describe density. Express density as a mathematical relationship between mass … Read more

Expansion and Contraction in Solids, Liquids and Gases Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn how temperature changes affect the volume of solids, liquids and gases. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Describe the relationship between heat energy, movement of particles and the volume of a substance. … Read more

Changes in States of Matter Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the six types of changes in state of matter, and the energy changes that are associated with them. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Name and describe the six changes of state. Use the … Read more

Particles in Solids, Liquids and Gases Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn how the energy, arrangement and movement of particles in solids, liquids and gases determines their different properties. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Describe the particle model of matter. Describe the energy, arrangement and … Read more

Properties of Solids, Liquids and Gases Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about the three main states of matter and the properties that characterise them. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Describe properties of solids, liquids and gases. Describe the different states of water.   (Image: … Read more

Respiration and Photosynthesis Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn about two of the most important chemical processes in living things – cellular respiration and photosynthesis. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Write chemical equations for respiration and photosynthesis. Describe the role of respiration and photosynthesis in … Read more

Electron Configuration (Elements 1-20) Learning Objective In this lesson we will learn how electrons are arranged around the nuclei of atoms. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to: Describe how electrons are arranged into electron shells, and explain how these shells are filled. Describe how electron shells are labelled, … Read more