Change To Materials
Change To Materials
The change in colour or odour can be an indicator that new products are formed, signalling that a chemical
reaction has occurred. Formation of bubbles causes decrease in temperature.
Examples: Heating of sugar to caramel, Adding sodium bicarbonate to vinegar produces carbon dioxide and
sodium acetate.
Physics
Forces and energy
Describe the difference
between mass, measured in
kilograms (kg), and weight,
measured in newtons (N).
An object at rest on a surface experiences a downward pulling force due to its gravity.
Force can change the shape of an object by pushing and pulling.
The friction that is between the object and the surface causes the object to slow down.
Adding additional force that is greater than friction causes the object to increase speed.
If friction is greater, the object slows down.
Recognise that the mass and
shape of an object can affect
if it floats or sinks
An object floats when the buoyant force acting on it is equal to the weight of the object.
An object sinks when the buoyant force acting on it is less than the weight of the object.
Light and Sound
Describe how a ray of light
changes direction when it is
reflected from a plane mirror.
Dead plants and animals are trapped between the layers of sediments become fossils.
Know that there are different
types of soils and they can be
classified based on their clay,
sand and organic content.
Know that soil composition
can change, which can
support, or hinder, plant
growth
Some
Earth in Space
Describe the relative position
and movement of the planets,
the Moon and the Sun in the
Solar System.
Observe and describe the
changes in the appearance of
the Moon over its monthly
cycle.
Science in Context
Describe how scientific knowledge
and understanding changes over
time through the use of evidence
gained by enquiry.
Describe how science is used
in their local area.
Use science to support points
when discussing issues,
situations or actions.
Identify people who use science,
including professionally, in their
area and describe how they use
science.