JHS3 Science · Term 1, Week 1

Materials

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Curriculum details

Strand
Diversity of Matter (Strand 1)
Sub-strand
Materials (1.1)
Content standard
B9.1.1.1 - Show an understanding of formation of binary chemical compounds and their uses (Acids, Bases and Salts)
Indicator
B9.1.1.1.2 - Discuss the formation of binary chemical compounds.
Suggested placement
Term 1, Week 1 (Week 1 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. 87

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

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Distinguish among elements, molecules, ions and compounds.
2. Write molecular formula of binary compounds and describe their formation.
3. Compare and contrast different binary chemical compounds based on their composition and properties.
4. Form models to represent chemical compounds such as water, carbon (IV) oxide, iron (II) sulphide and magnesium oxide.