Newfoundland and Labrador Curriculum
1.1.1: analyze qualitatively and quantitatively the horizontal and vertical motion of a projectile
1.1.1.a: define projectile motion
Feed the Monkey (Projectile Motion)
Golf Range
1.1.1.b: solve problems finding
1.1.1.b.i: vx and vy at any point along the path
Feed the Monkey (Projectile Motion)
Golf Range
1.1.1.b.ii: the range
1.1.1.b.iii: the maximum height
Feed the Monkey (Projectile Motion)
Golf Range
1.1.1.b.iv: the final and/or initial velocity (magnitude and direction)
Feed the Monkey (Projectile Motion)
Golf Range
1.1.1.b.v: flight time
Feed the Monkey (Projectile Motion)
Golf Range
1.1.1.c: sketch the x and y displacement, velocity and acceleration vectors components at any point in the projectile
Feed the Monkey (Projectile Motion)
Golf Range
1.1.3: identify questions to investigate that arise from practical problems and issues
1.1.4: compile and organize data, using data tables and graphs, to facilitate interpretation of the data
Determining a Spring Constant
Seasons Around the World
1.1.5: define and delimit problems to facilitate investigation
1.1.6: use instruments effectively and accurately for collecting data
1.1.11: define and delimit problems, estimate quantities, and interpret patterns and trends in data, and infer or calculate the relationship among variables.
1.2.1: apply Newtonâ??s laws of motion in two dimensions
1.2.1.b: define an inclined plane and coordinate rotation
Inclined Plane - Rolling Objects
Inclined Plane - Simple Machine
Inclined Plane - Sliding Objects
1.2.1.c: solve problems for both frictional and non-frictional inclined planes
Inclined Plane - Simple Machine
Inclined Plane - Sliding Objects
1.2.1.d: solve problems involving strings and pulleys; on both horizontal surfaces and inclined planes
1.3.1: describe uniform circular motion using algebraic and vector analysis
1.3.1.a: define uniform circular motion (UCM) and centripetal acceleration using the formulae v=2(pi)r/T and ac=v²/x and when these are used in combination.
1.3.1.b: solve problems involving centripetal acceleration
1.3.2: explain quantitatively uniform circular motion using Newtonâ??s laws
1.3.2.a: define centripetal force
1.3.2.b: solve problems involving centripetal force/acceleration on a horizontal surface and at the top and bottom of a vertical circle
1.3.3: define and delimit problems to facilitate investigation
1.3.4: compile and display evidence and information in a variety of formats, including tables, graphs, and scatter plots
1.3.5: interpret patterns and trends in data, and infer or calculate linear and non-linear relationships among variables
Determining a Spring Constant
Pendulum Clock
1.3.6: use instruments effectively and accurately for collecting data
1.4.1: use vector analysis in two dimensions for systems involving two or more masses, static equilibrium, and torques
1.4.1.a: define
1.4.1.a.ii: rotational equilibrium
1.4.1.a.iii: static equilibrium
1.4.1.b: define center of mass
1.4.2: interpret patterns and trends in data, and calculate relationships among variables
Determining a Spring Constant
Pendulum Clock
1.4.3: define and delimit problems to facilitate investigation
1.4.4: use instruments effectively and accurately for collecting data
1.4.6: use vector analysis in two dimensions for systems involving two or more masses, static equilibrium, and torques
1.4.6.a: define torque (moment of force)
1.4.6.b: calculate torque when forces are applied either perpendicularly or at an angle
1.4.6.c: solve static equilibrium problems: balancing forces and torques
2.1.2: explain the production of static electricity and its properties
2.1.2.a: define electrostatic forces
Coulomb Force (Static)
Pith Ball Lab
2.1.2.c: state the law of electric charges
Coulomb Force (Static)
Pith Ball Lab
2.1.2.i: discuss the nature of electrical discharge
2.1.4: interpret patterns and trends in data, and infer relationships among variables
Determining a Spring Constant
Pendulum Clock
2.1.5: display evidence in a variety of formats, including diagrams, tables, and graphs
2.1.6: compare Newtonâ??s Law of universal gravitation with Coulombâ??s Law, and apply both laws quantitatively
2.1.6.a: state Coulombâ??s Law of electric force in sentence and in formula form
Coulomb Force (Static)
Pith Ball Lab
2.1.6.d: given four of: distance separating two charged particles, charge on each, force between them, and Coulombâ??s constant, calculate the fifth quantity
Coulomb Force (Static)
Pith Ball Lab
2.1.6.e: calculate the electric force on a charged particle due to the presence of other charges when (i) all charges are on a common straight line, and (ii) when these other charges are on perpendicular lines that intersect at the first charged particle
Coulomb Force (Static)
Pith Ball Lab
2.1.7: describe electric fields as regions of space that affect charges (like and unlike), and illustrate the source and direction of the lines of force
2.1.7.f: given the two of the electric field, the size of a positive test charge, and the electric force on it, calculate the third quantity
Coulomb Force (Static)
Pith Ball Lab
2.1.7.h: given three of: the charge of a particle or sphere, Coulombâ??s constant, the distance from the particle or sphere at which the field is specified, and the value of that field, calculate the fourth quantity
Coulomb Force (Static)
Pith Ball Lab
2.1.7.j: extend the work-energy theorem to develop the concept of electric potential energy
2.2.1: apply Ohmâ??s Law to series, parallel, and combination circuits
2.2.1.f: state Ohmâ??s Law
2.2.1.l: draw a schematic diagram for series, parallel and simple combination circuits
2.2.1.q: use the equation for the effective value of resistance in series and parallel circuits. Include:
2.2.1.q.i: RT = R1 + R2 + R3 +..
2.2.1.q.ii: 1/RT = 1/R1+1/R2+1/R3+...
2.2.1.r: solve exercises with problems involving circuits with both series and parallel combinations of resistors
2.2.2: define and delimit problems to facilitate investigation
2.2.4: compile and display evidence and information in a variety of formats, including diagrams, and tables
2.2.5: use instruments effectively and accurately for collecting data
2.3.2: describe the magnetic field produced by a current in both a solenoid and a long, straight conductor
2.3.2.g: explain the role of magnetic permeability of the core and its effects on electromagnetism
2.3.4: analyze qualitatively and quantitatively electromagnetic induction by both changing magnetic flux and a moving conductor
2.3.4.a: state Faradayâ??s law of electromagnetic induction
2.3.4.d: explain Faradayâ??s Iron Ring apparatus
2.3.4.e: state Lenzâ??s Law
2.3.4.f: use Lenzâ??s Law to predict the direction of induced currents
2.3.4.g: apply Faradayâ??s Law and Lenzâ??s Law in determining the direction of current in a loop of an electric generator
2.4.3: carry out procedures controlling the major variables and extending procedures where required
Diffusion
Pendulum Clock
Real-Time Histogram
2.4.4: interpret patterns and trends in data and infer relationships among variables
Determining a Spring Constant
Pendulum Clock
2.4.7: identify, analyze and describe examples where technologies were developed based on scientific understanding, their design and function as part of a communityâ??s life and science and technology related careers.
3.1.2: describe how the quantum energy concept explains both black-body radiation and the photoelectric effect
3.1.2.b: define qualitatively the photoelectric effect
3.1.3: explain qualitatively and apply the formula for the photoelectric effect
3.1.3.b: define and calculate the stopping potential
3.1.3.d: define and calculate the work function
3.1.3.e: relate the energy of the incident light (photon) to the work function
3.2.1: explain that qualitatively the Bohr atomic model is a synthesis of classical and quantum concepts
3.2.1.a: describe qualitatively how the Bohr model of the atom explains emission and absorption spectra
Bohr Model of Hydrogen
Bohr Model: Introduction
Star Spectra
3.2.1.b: describe qualitatively and quantitatively Bohrâ??s radius
Bohr Model of Hydrogen
Bohr Model: Introduction
Electron Configuration
3.2.1.c: define qualitatively and quantitatively the energy of an electron in Bohrâ??s atom
Bohr Model of Hydrogen
Bohr Model: Introduction
Electron Configuration
3.3.1: explain the relationship among the energy levels in Bohrâ??s model, the energy difference between levels, and the energy of the emitted photons
3.3.1.a: do calculations to determine energy lost/gained of an electron as it jumps up or down various orbits
Bohr Model of Hydrogen
Bohr Model: Introduction
Electron Configuration
3.3.1.b: do calculations to determine the wavelength of electromagnetic radiation released/required when an electron jumps various orbits
Bohr Model of Hydrogen
Bohr Model: Introduction
3.3.3: summarize the evidence for the wave and particle models of light
3.3.3.b: define wave-particle duality
3.3.3.c: give evidence of light being both a wave: behaviour of long wavelengths, interference and diffraction, or a particle: behaviour of short wavelengths, photoelectric effect, Compton effect, line spectra, blackbody radiation
3.4.2: describe the products of radioactive decay, and the characteristics of alpha, beta, and gamma radiation
3.4.2.b: define transmutations and radioactivity
3.4.2.c: define alpha decay, beta minus decay and beta positive decay, electron capture and gamma decay
3.4.2.d: identify reaction type and balance nuclear reactions with one reactant or product missing
3.5.1: analyze data on radioactive decay to predict half-life
3.5.1.a: define half-life
3.5.1.b: complete half-life calculations using A= Ao (1/2) t/T 1/2
Correlation last revised: 9/16/2020