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Grade 8 Sciences

Genetics and body systems, chemical reactions and acids, and Newton's laws of motion and waves. Choose a topic to begin studying.

Criteria A, B, C, D  |  Intermediate Band  |  3 Topics

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Year 3 Key Skill

Use the word "because" to connect observations to scientific explanations. Don't just describe — explain the mechanism behind what you observe.

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Topic 2.1
Genetics & Body Systems
DNA structure, chromosomes, genes, alleles, Punnett squares, genotype and phenotype, aerobic vs anaerobic respiration, circulatory and respiratory systems.
DNA Punnett Squares Respiration Body Systems
Topic 2.2
Reactions & Acids
Types of reactions (synthesis, decomposition, displacement, neutralisation), balancing equations, pH scale, acids and bases, indicators, reactivity series.
Reaction Types Balancing pH Scale Reactivity
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Topic 2.3
Newton's Laws & Waves
Newton's three laws of motion with examples, F=ma calculations, work, power, efficiency, transverse and longitudinal waves, electromagnetic spectrum.
Newton's Laws F = ma Work & Power EM Spectrum