Year 9 Physics Syllabus1. Year 9 Thermal Energy- Introduction to thermal energy
- Definition and examples of thermal energy
- Understanding the transfer of thermal energy
2. Year 9 Temperature & its Effects- Measurement of temperature
- Effects of temperature on different materials
- Relationship between temperature and heat
3. Year 9 Conduction, convection and radiation- Understanding the three modes of heat transfer
- Examples and applications of conduction, convection, and radiation
- Investigating the factors affecting heat transfer
4. Year 9 Thermal Energy & Particle Model- The particle model of matter
- Relationship between thermal energy and particle motion
- Exploring changes in thermal energy through the particle model
5. Year 9 Mass & Weight- Definition and measurement of mass
- Understanding the concept of weight
- Investigating the relationship between mass and weight
6. Year 9 Gravity & Space- Introduction to the concept of gravity
- Understanding the effects of gravity on Earth and in space
- Investigating the role of gravity in celestial bodies
7. Year 9 Our Solar System- Overview of the solar system
- Characteristics and properties of the planets
- Exploring the sun and other celestial bodies in the solar system
8. Year 9 Satellites & Orbits- Introduction to satellites and their functions
- Understanding the concept of orbits
- Exploring the applications and uses of satellites in space
9. Year 9 Pressure- Definition and measurement of pressure
- Understanding the factors affecting pressure
- Investigating the relationship between pressure and depth
10. Year 9 Fluids & Hydraulic Systems- Properties and behavior of fluids
- Introduction to hydraulic systems
- Investigating the principles and applications of hydraulic systems
11. Year 9 Simple Levers- Understanding the concept of levers
- Types of levers and their applications
- Investigating the mechanical advantage of levers
12. Year 9 Force- Definition and measurement of force
- Types of forces and their effects
- Investigating the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration
13. Year 9 Rotation & Moments- Understanding rotational motion
- Calculation of moments and torque
- Investigating the principles of equilibrium and stability
14. Year 9 Speed- Definition and measurement of speed
- Calculation of speed, distance, and time
- Investigating the relationship between speed, distance, and time
15. Year 9 Balanced & Unbalanced Forces- Understanding balanced and unbalanced forces
- Effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on motion
- Investigating the concept of net force
16. Year 9 Falling Objects- Introduction to free fall
- Calculation of acceleration and velocity of falling objects
- Investigating the factors affecting the motion of falling objects
17. Year 9 Friction- Understanding the concept of friction
- Types of friction and their effects
- Investigating the factors affecting friction
18. Year 9 Deceleration & Streamlining- Definition and calculation of deceleration
- Exploring the concept of streamlining
- Investigating the effects of streamlining on motion
19. Year 9 Skydiving, Parachutes & Terminal Velocity- Introduction to skydiving and parachutes
- Understanding terminal velocity
- Investigating the factors affecting terminal velocity in skydiving
By following this comprehensive Year 9 Physics syllabus, students will gain a solid understanding of various topics related to thermal energy, forces, motion, and space. Through hands-on experiments and investigations, they will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while exploring the fascinating world of physics.
This course is helpful for the following exams: Class 9, Year 9