Science 8

Big idea: Life processes are performed at the cellular level

• Characteristics of life
• Cell theory and types of cells
• Photosynthesis and cellular respiration 
• The relationship of micro-organisms with living things
• Basic functions of immune system
• Vaccination and antibiotics 
• Impacts of epidemics and pandemics on human 

Big Idea:The behaviour of matter can be explained by the kinetic molecular theory and atomic theory

• Kinetic molecular theory 
• Kinetic energy in change of state
• Kinetic energy graph analysis
• Charles's law and Boyle's law
• Atomic theory and models 
• Proptons, neutrons and quarks 
• Electrons and leptons 

Big Idea: Energy can be transferred as both a particle and a wave.

• Types and effects of electromagnetic radiation 
• Light
• Light Properties 
• Light Behaviours 
• Ways of sensing
• Lenses 
• Mirrors

Big Idea: The theory of plate tectonics is the unifying theory that explains Earth’s geological processes.

• Plate tectonic movement
• Major geological events of local significance 
• Layers of Earth 
• Local geological formations 
• Significant local geological events