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| WK | LSN | STRAND | SUB-STRAND | LESSON LEARNING OUTCOMES | LEARNING EXPERIENCES | KEY INQUIRY QUESTIONS | LEARNING RESOURCES | ASSESSMENT METHODS | REFLECTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Introduction to Physics - Meaning of Physics
Introduction to Physics - Branches of Physics |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain Physics as a body of knowledge in science - Outline how Physics studies matter and energy - Relate Physics to real-life examples like vehicles, heating or lighting |
- Work with others to search for the meaning of Physics as a branch of science
- Discuss the meaning of Physics in groups - Share findings with the class |
How is Physics relevant in day-to-day life?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 1
- Digital devices - Internet access - Reference books - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 2 - Charts showing branches of Physics |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Group discussions
|
|
| 2 | 2 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Introduction to Physics - Importance of Physics
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Outline the importance of Physics in day-to-day life - Explain how Physics relates to technology - Connect Physics concepts to everyday devices like phones and vehicles |
- Discuss with peers the importance of Physics in day-to-day life
- Share findings with the class - Give examples of Physics applications |
How is Physics relevant in day-to-day life?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 3
- Digital devices - Reference books - Real-life examples |
- Oral questions
- Group presentations
- Observation
|
|
| 2 | 3 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Introduction to Physics - Relationship to other fields
Introduction to Physics - Career opportunities |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Relate Physics to other fields of study - Explain how Physics connects with Chemistry, Biology and Engineering - Appreciate how Physics supports other disciplines |
- Discuss with peers the relationship of Physics with other fields of study
- Identify specific connections between Physics and other subjects - Present findings to the class |
How is Physics relevant in day-to-day life?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 4
- Digital devices - Internet access - Reference books - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 6 - Resource persons - Career charts |
- Oral questions
- Written tests
- Observation
|
|
| 2 | 4 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Introduction to Physics - Career charts
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Design and produce career charts - Present career opportunities in Physics - Appreciate diverse career paths in Physics |
- Design, produce and present career charts highlighting areas related to Physics
- Display charts in class - Discuss different career paths |
How is Physics relevant in day-to-day life?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 6
- Manila paper - Marker pens - Colored pencils |
- Project work
- Presentations
- Peer assessment
|
|
| 2 | 5 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Atmospheric pressure
Pressure - Existence of atmospheric pressure |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe atmospheric pressure as used in Physics - Explain how air exerts pressure - Relate atmospheric pressure to weather and daily life |
- Discuss with peers the meaning of atmospheric pressure
- Share examples of atmospheric pressure effects - Record findings in exercise books |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 8-9
- Digital devices - Reference books - Charts - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 9-12 - Syringes - Metal cans - Drinking glasses - Cardboard |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Written tests
|
|
| 3 | 1 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Factors affecting pressure
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Investigate factors affecting pressure in liquids - Explain how depth affects pressure - Relate pressure to real-world applications like dams |
- Carry out activities to investigate factors affecting pressure in fluids
- Observe water jets from holes at different depths - Record and discuss observations |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 12-16
- Plastic bottles - Water - Nails - Measuring tape |
- Practical assessment
- Written tests
- Observation
|
|
| 3 | 2 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Application of P=ρgh
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Apply the equation P=ρgh to determine pressure in fluids - Calculate pressure at different depths - Solve numerical problems on pressure |
- Carry out experiments to derive the equation P=ρgh
- Use the equation to solve problems - Discuss the relationship between pressure, density and depth |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 16-18
- Calculator - Exercise books - Reference books |
- Written tests
- Problem solving
- Oral questions
|
|
| 3 | 3 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Gas pressure
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain pressure due to gases - Investigate factors affecting gas pressure - Relate gas pressure to temperature and volume |
- Carry out activities to investigate pressure due to gases
- Discuss factors affecting gas pressure - Observe demonstrations of gas pressure |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 18-19
- Balloons - Syringes - U-tubes - Weights |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Oral questions
|
|
| 3 | 4 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Gas pressure
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain pressure due to gases - Investigate factors affecting gas pressure - Relate gas pressure to temperature and volume |
- Carry out activities to investigate pressure due to gases
- Discuss factors affecting gas pressure - Observe demonstrations of gas pressure |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 18-19
- Balloons - Syringes - U-tubes - Weights |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Oral questions
|
|
| 3 | 5 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Pascal's Principle
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate transmission of pressure in fluids - Explain Pascal's Principle - Relate pressure transmission to hydraulic systems |
- Demonstrate the principle of transmission of pressure in fluids using syringes
- Discuss Pascal's Principle - Record observations |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 19-22
- Syringes - Rubber tubing - Water - Masses |
- Practical assessment
- Written tests
- Observation
|
|
| 4 | 1 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Applications of atmospheric pressure
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how drinking straws work - Describe the working of a siphon - Appreciate applications of atmospheric pressure |
- Discuss with peers applications of atmospheric pressure
- Demonstrate use of drinking straw and siphon - Explain the principles involved |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 22-24
- Drinking straws - Long tubes - Water containers - Glasses |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Demonstrations
|
|
| 4 | 2 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Bicycle pump
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how a bicycle pump works - Describe the role of valves in pumps - Relate bicycle pumps to pressure principles |
- Study pictures of bicycle pumps
- Discuss how atmospheric pressure helps pump air - Explain the working principle |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 24
- Bicycle pump - Pictures - Digital devices |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Observation
|
|
| 4 | 3 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Bicycle pump
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how a bicycle pump works - Describe the role of valves in pumps - Relate bicycle pumps to pressure principles |
- Study pictures of bicycle pumps
- Discuss how atmospheric pressure helps pump air - Explain the working principle |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 24
- Bicycle pump - Pictures - Digital devices |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Observation
|
|
| 4 | 4 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Hydraulic press and lift
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how hydraulic machines work - Calculate forces in hydraulic systems - Appreciate hydraulic machines in lifting heavy loads |
- Use digital devices to search for information on hydraulic machines
- Discuss the working principle - Solve numerical problems |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 24-26
- Digital devices - Pictures of hydraulic lifts - Reference books |
- Written tests
- Oral questions
- Problem solving
|
|
| 4 | 5 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Hydraulic brake system
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how hydraulic brakes work - Describe the importance of brake fluid - Appreciate safety in vehicles through proper braking |
- Visit a nearby garage and observe the braking system
- Discuss with resource persons how brakes work - Draw and label the hydraulic brake system |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 26-28
- Resource persons - Pictures of brake systems - Digital devices |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 5 | 1 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Lift and force pumps
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe water pumping mechanisms - Explain the working of lift and force pumps - Compare lift pumps and force pumps |
- Use digital devices to search for information on water pumping
- Discuss the working of lift and force pumps - Draw and label pump diagrams |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 28-30
- Digital devices - Pump diagrams - Reference books |
- Written tests
- Oral questions
- Drawings
|
|
| 5 | 2 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Lift and force pumps
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe water pumping mechanisms - Explain the working of lift and force pumps - Compare lift pumps and force pumps |
- Use digital devices to search for information on water pumping
- Discuss the working of lift and force pumps - Draw and label pump diagrams |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 28-30
- Digital devices - Pump diagrams - Reference books |
- Written tests
- Oral questions
- Drawings
|
|
| 5 | 3 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Pressure - Review of concepts
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Solve problems on pressure - Apply pressure concepts to real situations - Demonstrate understanding of pressure applications |
- Solve numerical problems on pressure
- Answer questions on applications - Discuss challenging concepts |
How do density of fluid, acceleration due to gravity and depth affect pressure?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 30
- Exercise books - Calculators - Past papers |
- Written tests
- Problem solving
- Self-assessment
|
|
| 5 | 4 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Introduction
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain mechanical properties of materials - Identify different properties like ductility and malleability - Relate properties to material selection |
- Discuss with peers the mechanical properties of locally available materials
- Examine different materials - Record observations |
Why is it important to study mechanical properties of materials?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 31-32
- Various materials (paper, chalk, metal) - Reference books |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Group discussions
|
|
| 5 | 5 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Ductility and malleability
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate ductility in materials - Demonstrate malleability in materials - Appreciate these properties in wire and sheet making |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate ductility by stretching wires
- Demonstrate malleability by hammering metals - Compare different materials |
Why is it important to study mechanical properties of materials?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 32-34
- Copper wire - Aluminum foil - Hammer - Safety goggles |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Written tests
|
|
| 6 | 1 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Elasticity and brittleness
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate elasticity in materials - Demonstrate brittleness in materials - Relate these properties to real-life applications |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate elasticity using rubber bands
- Demonstrate brittleness using chalk - Discuss observations |
Why is it important to study mechanical properties of materials?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 34-36
- Rubber bands - Springs - Chalk - Glass pieces |
- Practical assessment
- Oral questions
- Observation
|
|
| 6 | 2 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Elasticity and brittleness
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate elasticity in materials - Demonstrate brittleness in materials - Relate these properties to real-life applications |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate elasticity using rubber bands
- Demonstrate brittleness using chalk - Discuss observations |
Why is it important to study mechanical properties of materials?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 34-36
- Rubber bands - Springs - Chalk - Glass pieces |
- Practical assessment
- Oral questions
- Observation
|
|
| 6 | 3 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Other properties
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain strength, hardness and stiffness - Demonstrate these properties using materials - Appreciate importance in construction and engineering |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate strength, hardness and stiffness
- Compare different materials - Discuss applications |
Why is it important to study mechanical properties of materials?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 36-38
- Various materials - Nails - Wooden blocks - Metal pieces |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Written tests
|
|
| 6 | 4 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Stress and strain
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define tensile stress and strain - Calculate stress and strain using formulas - Solve numerical problems |
- Discuss the meaning of tensile stress and strain
- Use mathematical formulae: Stress=F/A, Strain=ΔL/Lo - Solve numerical problems |
Why does a string snap easily compared to a spring?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 38-40
- Calculator - Exercise books - Reference books |
- Written tests
- Problem solving
- Oral questions
|
|
| 6 | 5 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Stress and strain
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define tensile stress and strain - Calculate stress and strain using formulas - Solve numerical problems |
- Discuss the meaning of tensile stress and strain
- Use mathematical formulae: Stress=F/A, Strain=ΔL/Lo - Solve numerical problems |
Why does a string snap easily compared to a spring?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 38-40
- Calculator - Exercise books - Reference books |
- Written tests
- Problem solving
- Oral questions
|
|
| 7 | 1 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Elasticity and Hooke's Law
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain Hooke's Law - Verify Hooke's Law experimentally - Relate extension to applied force |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate Hooke's Law using springs
- Plot graphs of force against extension - Determine spring constant |
Why does a string snap easily compared to a spring?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 40-42
- Springs - Masses - Ruler - Retort stand |
- Practical assessment
- Graph plotting
- Written tests
|
|
| 7 | 2 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Hooke's Law experiments
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Verify Hooke's Law through experiments - Determine the elastic limit - Calculate spring constant from graphs |
- Carry out experiments to verify Hooke's Law
- Record data in tables - Plot and analyze graphs |
Why does a string snap easily compared to a spring?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 42-45
- Springs - Masses (50g each) - Graph paper - Ruler |
- Practical assessment
- Data analysis
- Written reports
|
|
| 7 | 3 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Young's Modulus
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain modulus of elasticity - Calculate Young's Modulus using Y=stress/strain - Solve numerical problems |
- Carry out activities to determine modulus of elasticity
- Use the formula Y=stress/strain - Solve numerical problems |
Why does a string snap easily compared to a spring?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 45-48
- Wires - Masses - Micrometer screw gauge - Calculator |
- Practical assessment
- Written tests
- Problem solving
|
|
| 7 | 4 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Young's Modulus
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain modulus of elasticity - Calculate Young's Modulus using Y=stress/strain - Solve numerical problems |
- Carry out activities to determine modulus of elasticity
- Use the formula Y=stress/strain - Solve numerical problems |
Why does a string snap easily compared to a spring?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 45-48
- Wires - Masses - Micrometer screw gauge - Calculator |
- Practical assessment
- Written tests
- Problem solving
|
|
| 7 | 5 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Applications
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe applications of mechanical properties - Relate properties to construction and manufacturing - Appreciate material selection in engineering |
- Use print/non-print media to search for applications
- Discuss applications in groups - Present findings to the class |
Why is it important to study mechanical properties of materials?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 48-49
- Digital devices - Reference books - Charts |
- Oral questions
- Presentations
- Written assignments
|
|
| 8 |
Midterm |
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| 9 | 1 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Mechanical Properties - Review
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Solve problems on mechanical properties - Apply concepts to real situations - Demonstrate understanding of stress, strain and elasticity |
- Solve numerical problems
- Answer revision questions - Discuss challenging concepts |
Why is it important to study mechanical properties of materials?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 49
- Exercise books - Calculators - Past papers |
- Written tests
- Problem solving
- Self-assessment
|
|
| 9 | 2 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Temperature
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of temperature - Identify units of temperature (Celsius, Fahrenheit, Kelvin) - Relate temperature to hotness and coldness |
- Discuss with peers the meaning of temperature
- Place hands in warm and cold water to feel temperature differences - Record observations |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 51-52
- Beakers - Water (hot, cold, room temperature) - Thermometers |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Practical activities
|
|
| 9 | 3 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Temperature
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of temperature - Identify units of temperature (Celsius, Fahrenheit, Kelvin) - Relate temperature to hotness and coldness |
- Discuss with peers the meaning of temperature
- Place hands in warm and cold water to feel temperature differences - Record observations |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 51-52
- Beakers - Water (hot, cold, room temperature) - Thermometers |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Practical activities
|
|
| 9 | 4 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Liquid in glass thermometers
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe liquid expansion devices - Explain how mercury and alcohol thermometers work - Compare properties of thermometric liquids |
- Carry out activities to measure temperature using mercury and alcohol thermometers
- Observe liquid expansion in thermometers - Compare the two thermometers |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 52-56
- Mercury thermometer - Alcohol thermometer - Beaker - Hot water |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Written tests
|
|
| 9 | 5 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Bimetallic thermometers
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how bimetallic devices work - Demonstrate bimetallic strip operation - Relate bimetallic strips to thermostats |
- Construct a simple bimetallic strip
- Heat the strip and observe bending - Discuss applications in thermostats |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 56-58
- Metal strips (copper, steel) - Heat source - Ruler - Protractor |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Oral questions
|
|
| 10 | 1 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Electronic temperature devices
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how thermocouples work - Describe resistive temperature devices - Appreciate modern temperature measurement |
- Use print/non-print media to search for information on thermocouples and RTDs
- Discuss how they measure temperature - Present findings |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 58-61
- Digital devices - Pictures of thermocouples - Reference books |
- Oral questions
- Presentations
- Written assignments
|
|
| 10 | 2 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Electronic temperature devices
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how thermocouples work - Describe resistive temperature devices - Appreciate modern temperature measurement |
- Use print/non-print media to search for information on thermocouples and RTDs
- Discuss how they measure temperature - Present findings |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 58-61
- Digital devices - Pictures of thermocouples - Reference books |
- Oral questions
- Presentations
- Written assignments
|
|
| 10 | 3 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Infrared radiators
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how infrared thermometers work - Use infrared thermometer to measure temperature - Appreciate non-contact temperature measurement |
- Take turns using infrared thermometer to measure forehead temperature
- Compare readings - Discuss applications |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 61-62
- Infrared thermometer - Digital devices - Reference books |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Oral questions
|
|
| 10 | 4 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Expansion in solids
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Investigate thermal expansion in solids - Demonstrate expansion using ball and ring experiment - Appreciate expansion effects on structures |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate thermal expansion (metal bar and gauge, ball and ring)
- Observe expansion when heated - Discuss observations |
Why is the lid of a sufuria made wider?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 63-65
- Metal bar - Ball and ring - Heat source - Tongs |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Written tests
|
|
| 10 | 5 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Linear expansivity of metals
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain linear expansivity - Compare expansion rates of different metals - Calculate linear expansivity |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate expansion of different metals (copper, iron, aluminum)
- Compare expansion using a pointer - Record observations |
Why is the lid of a sufuria made wider?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 65-67
- Metal rods (copper, iron, aluminum) - Heat source - Pointer - Ruler |
- Practical assessment
- Data recording
- Written tests
|
|
| 11 | 1 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Bimetallic applications
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe how bimetallic strips work - Explain applications in thermostats and fire alarms - Appreciate use in electrical devices |
- Demonstrate bending of bimetallic strips when heated
- Discuss applications in thermostats - Explain use in electrical appliances |
Why is the lid of a sufuria made wider?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 67
- Bimetallic strips - Heat source - Pictures of thermostats - Digital devices |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 11 | 2 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Bimetallic applications
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe how bimetallic strips work - Explain applications in thermostats and fire alarms - Appreciate use in electrical devices |
- Demonstrate bending of bimetallic strips when heated
- Discuss applications in thermostats - Explain use in electrical appliances |
Why is the lid of a sufuria made wider?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 67
- Bimetallic strips - Heat source - Pictures of thermostats - Digital devices |
- Observation
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 11 | 3 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Expansion in liquids
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Investigate thermal expansion in liquids - Demonstrate liquid expansion using flask and tube - Explain why glass breaks with sudden temperature changes |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate thermal expansion in liquids
- Heat colored water in flask with tube - Observe liquid level changes |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 67-68
- Round-bottom flask - Glass tube - Colored water - Heat source |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Written tests
|
|
| 11 | 4 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Unusual expansion of water
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain anomalous expansion of water - Investigate water behavior from 0°C to 4°C - Relate anomalous expansion to ice formation and aquatic life |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate anomalous expansion of water
- Plot graph of water level against temperature - Discuss importance to aquatic life |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 68-70
- Ice - Thermometer - Flask and tube - Graph paper |
- Practical assessment
- Graph plotting
- Written tests
|
|
| 11 | 5 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
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Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Unusual expansion of water
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain anomalous expansion of water - Investigate water behavior from 0°C to 4°C - Relate anomalous expansion to ice formation and aquatic life |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate anomalous expansion of water
- Plot graph of water level against temperature - Discuss importance to aquatic life |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
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- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 68-70
- Ice - Thermometer - Flask and tube - Graph paper |
- Practical assessment
- Graph plotting
- Written tests
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| 12 | 1 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
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Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Gas expansion
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Investigate thermal expansion in gases - Demonstrate gas expansion using balloon and bottle - Relate gas expansion to hot air balloons |
- Carry out activities to demonstrate expansion in gases
- Attach balloon to bottle and place in hot/cold water - Observe balloon size changes |
Why does a glass bottle break when water in it freezes?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 70
- Plastic bottle - Balloon - Hot water - Ice |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Oral questions
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| 12 | 2 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
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Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Applications in pipes
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe expansion joints in steam pipes - Explain why expansion gaps are needed - Appreciate thermal expansion considerations in engineering |
- Use print/non-print media to search for applications of thermal expansion
- Discuss expansion joints in pipes - Present findings |
Why is the lid of a sufuria made wider?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 71-72
- Digital devices - Pictures of expansion joints - Reference books |
- Presentations
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
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| 12 | 3 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Applications in construction
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain expansion gaps in railway lines - Describe thermal expansion in steel bridges - Appreciate expansion considerations in construction |
- Discuss expansion gaps in railway lines
- Explain bridge design with rollers - Use digital media to view examples |
Why is the lid of a sufuria made wider?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 72
- Digital devices - Pictures of railway lines - Pictures of bridges |
- Oral questions
- Written tests
- Observation
|
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| 12 | 4 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - Applications in construction
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain expansion gaps in railway lines - Describe thermal expansion in steel bridges - Appreciate expansion considerations in construction |
- Discuss expansion gaps in railway lines
- Explain bridge design with rollers - Use digital media to view examples |
Why is the lid of a sufuria made wider?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 72
- Digital devices - Pictures of railway lines - Pictures of bridges |
- Oral questions
- Written tests
- Observation
|
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| 12 | 5 |
Mechanics and Thermal Physics
|
Temperature and Thermal Expansion - More applications
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain slack in overhead wires - Describe thermostats in electrical devices - Appreciate thermal expansion in everyday devices |
- Discuss thermal expansion in electrical wires
- Explain how thermostats work - Relate to electrical appliances |
Why is the lid of a sufuria made wider?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 73-74
- Digital devices - Pictures of thermostats - Reference books |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Presentations
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