JHS2 Science · Term 1, Week 6

Earth Science

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Curriculum details

Strand
Cycles (Strand 2)
Sub-strand
Earth Science (2.1)
Content standard
B8.2.1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the process of Carbon cycle as an example of repeated pattern of change in nature and how it relates to the environment
Indicator
B8.2.1.1.2 - Describe the role of the carbon cycle to the environment.
Suggested placement
Term 1, Week 6 (Week 6 of the year)

Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.

Curriculum reference
Science, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 58

Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Describe the role of the carbon cycle in maintaining balance in the composition of air in the environment. E.g. plants absorb carbon in the form of Carbon (IV) Oxide from the air for photosynthesis and oxygen is produced for respiration and in return, respiration gives out carbon in the form of Carbon (IV) Oxide.
Note: Discuss photosynthesis and respiration in plants as part of the carbon cycle.
2. Explain the effect of the carbon cycle on food chains, using diagrams.
3. Describe the relationship between greenhouse gases and the carbon cycle.