Semester 2 of 2 – Physical Science is an interactive and engaging course that covers the sciences of chemistry and physics. Students begin by learning about the nature of science and scientific methods. They will also see how those techniques are applied in engineering in the design of technology. They will explore how data is collected and analyzed. Students examine chemical principles, such as the properties of matter and the structure of the atom. They will learn how atoms come together to form bonds and solutions. They will examine how chemical reactions occur and how they are represented in chemical equations. They will learn about the factors that affect the rate of chemical reactions. Students will finish their exploration of chemistry by examining organic and nuclear chemistry. The course then moves to the science of physics, describing the topics of motion and how forces affect motion. Students will explore the relationships between work, energy, and power. They will also see how those are applied in simple machines. Students will then do a deeper dive into energy. Students will examine the nature of waves and how they interact with matter. They conclude the course by exploring the nature of electricity and magnetism and their relationship. Students apply their knowledge of these topics through problems, explanations, graphs, and virtual lab activities.




