JABATAN PELAJARAN NEGERI PAHANG

SCHEME OF WORK FOR FORM 5 PHYSICS

ANNUAL TEACHING PLAN 2011

LEARNING AREA: WAVE

Learning Minimum Requirement &

Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
Week 1 6.1 A student is able to: Observe situations to gain an idea of waves as JPNP Module
3-7 Understanding Waves • describe what is meant by wave illustrated by vibrations in ropes, slinky springs, or Ex. 6.11
Jan 2011 motion. ripple tank.

Module for excellent

Carry out activities using a ripple tank and slinky
• recognize that waves transfer energy spring to demonstrate:
without transferring matter. a) that waves transfer energy without P1 : 10
• compare transverse and longitudinal waves transferring matter. P2 (Structured) : 2
and give examples of each. b) transverse and longitudinal waves
• state what is meant by a wave front. c) wavefronts
• state the direction of propagation of d) the direction of propagation of waves in
waves in relation to wavefronts. relation to wavefronts.

View computer simulation to gain an idea of :

a) transverse and longitudinal waves
b) wavefronts
c) direction of propagation of waves in relation
to wavefronts for transverse and longitudinal
waves.

JPNP Module
Week 2 • define Observe an oscillating system such as a simple Ex. 6.11
10 - 14 i. amplitude pendulum or a loaded spring to define amplitude,
ii. period period and frequency.
Jan 2011 Module for excellent
iii. frequency
iv. wavelength View computer simulations to gain and
v. wave speed understanding of : P1 : 10
a) amplitude (a) P2 (Structured) : 2
b) period (T)

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c) frequency (f)
d) wavelength (λ )
e) wave speed (v)

• sketch and interpret a displacement – time
graph for a wave.
• sketch and interpret a displacement –
distance graph for a wave.
• clarify the relationship between speed,
wavelength and frequency.
• solve problems involving speed, wavelength
and frequency.
• describe damping in a oscillating system.
• describe resonance in a oscillating
system.
Discuss amplitude and period with the aid of a
displacement- time graph for a wave.
Discuss amplitude and wavelength with the aid of
a displacement- distance graph for a wave
Discuss the relationship between speed, V = fλ can be derived
wavelength and frequency. from
v= s
Discuss to solve problems involving speed, t
wavelength and frequency.
Observe and discuss the effect of ;
a) damping in an oscillating system
b) resonance in an oscillating system such as a
Barton’s pendulum.

Week 3 6.2 A student is able to:

17 – 21 Analysing reflection of • Describe reflection of waves in terms Carry out activities to observe reflection of: Reflection of circular JPNP Module
Jan 2011 waves of angle of incidence, angle of reflection, a) plane waves in a ripple tank, water waves and the use Ex. 6.21
wavelength, frequency, speed and direction b) light, of curved reflectors are
of propagation c) sound waves. not required.
P1 : 10
Discuss the characteristics of the reflected wave P2 (Structured) : 2
• Draw a diagram to show reflection of in terms of the angle of reflection, wavelength,
waves frequency, speed and direction of propagation in
relation to the incidence wave.

View computer simulations of reflection of waves.

6.3 A student is able to: Carry out activities to observe refraction of : Include refraction of JPNP Module
Analysing refraction of a) plane water waves in a ripple tank, water waves over Ex. 6.3

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Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
waves • describe refraction of waves in terms b) light waves, straight, concave and
of the angle of incidence, angle of refraction, c) sound waves. convex transparent P2 (Structured) : 6
wavelength, frequency, speed and direction blocks.
of propagation. Discuss the characteristics of the refracted wave
in terms of the angle of refraction, wavelength,
• Draw a diagram to show refraction of frequency, speed and direction of propagation in
waves relation to the incident wave.

View computer simulations of refraction of waves

Week 4 6.4 A student is able to: Carry out activities to observe refraction of : Discuss the effect of JPNP Module
24 – 28 Analysing diffraction a) water waves in a ripple tank, size of gap on the
Ex. 6.4
Jan 2011 of waves • Describe diffraction of waves in b) light waves, degree of diffraction.
terms of wavelength, frequency, speed, c) sound waves.
direction of propagation and shape of waves.
P1 : 10
Discuss the characteristics of the diffracted
Week 5 waves in terms of wavelength, frequency, speed, P2 (Structured) : 2
• Draw a diagram to show diffraction
P2 (Essay) : 1
31 Jan – 2 direction of propagation and shape of waves in
of waves.
Feb 2011 relation to the incident wave.

View computer simulations on diffraction of waves.

Week 5
3-4 Chinese Lunar Year’s Day
Feb 2011
A student is able to:
Week 6 6.5 Observe a mechanical model such as a slinky
7 – 11 Analysing interference spring to gain an idea of superposition. • state the principle of superposition Young’s double slit JPNP Module
of wave experiment may be used
Feb 2011 Ex. 6.5
Carry out activities to observe interference to show interference of
patterns of: • explain the interference of waves light.
a) water waves in a ripple tank, • draw interference patterns
b) light waves, • interpret interference patterns
c) sound waves P1 : 10
P2 (Structured) : 2

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Objective Sources
P2 (essay) : 1

Discus constructive and destructive • solve problems involving λ - wavelength

interference X – the distance
λ = ax between two
Discus λ = ax D consecutive nodes
D A – the distance
between the two wave
sources
D – the perpendicular
distance from the
source to the position
where x is measured
Week 7 6.6 A student is able to: JPNP Module
14 -18 Analysing sound waves • describe sound waves Discuss Ex. 6.6
Feb 2011 a) the production of sound by vibrating
sources
b) sound waves as a longitudinal wave
requiring a medium for propagation
P1 : 10
View computer simulations or carry out P2 (Structured) : 2
• explain how the loudness relates to activities to observe the effect of : P2 (essay) : 1
amplitude a) amplitude on loudness P3 (Q2) : 1
• explain how the pitch relates to b) frequency on pitch P3 (essay) : 1
frequency
View computer simulations or video to gain an
• describe applications of reflection of idea of applications of sound waves
sound waves
• calculate distances using the reflection Research and report on applications of the
of sound waves reflection of sound waves, e.g sonar and
ultrasound scanning
JPNP Module
6.7 A student is able to: Research and report on the component of the Emphasize that the Ex. 6.7
Analyzing • describe the electromagnetic spectrum electromagnetic spectrum in terms of; electromagnetic
electromagnetic waves • state that visible light is a part of spectrum is continuous.
electromagnetic spectrum. a) decreasing wavelength and increasing
• list sources of electromagnetic waves frequency
P1 : 10
P2 (Structured) : 2

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Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
• describe the properties of electromagnetic b) sources
waves
• describe applications of electromagnetic Discuss the properties of electromagnetic waves.
waves
Discuss applications of electromagnetic waves such
• describe the detrimental effects of as:
excessive exposure to certain a) radio waves in broadcasting and
components of the electromagnetic communications,
spectrum b) microwaves in satellites and cellular JPNP Module
telephones Ex. Reinforcement
c) infra- red rays in household appliances,
remote control and night vision devices, P1 : 10
d) visible light in optical fibres and
P2 (Structured) : 3
photography,
e) ultraviolet rays in fluorescent lamps and
P2 (essay) : 1
sterillisation,
f) x-rays in hospital and engineering
applications
g) gamma rays in medical treatment

Research and report on the detrimental effects of

excessive exposure to certain components of the
electromagnetic spectrum.
Week 8 Ujian 1
21 – 25
Feb 2011

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LEARNING AREA: ELECTRICITY

Learning Minimum Requirement &

Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
Week 9 7.1 Analysing electric A student is able to:
28 Feb – 4 fields and charge flow • State the relationship between electron Discuss electric current as the rate of charge Recall the activity JPNP Module
March 2011 flow and electric current. Q carried out using a Van Ex. 7.1
flow, i.e. I = de Graff generator to
• Define electric current. t show the relationship
Carry out activities/view computer simulations to
between electric charge
study electric field lines for different
• Describe an electric field. and current flow.
arrangements of charges. P1 : 10
• Sketch electric field lines showing the
direction of the field. I – current P2 (Structured) : 2
Observe the effect of an electric field on:
Q – charge
a ping-pong ball
t - time
coated with
• Describe the effect of an electric field on conducting material,
a charge. a candle flame.

Discuss to solve problems involving electric charge

and current.
• Solve problem involving electric charge and
current

Week 10 7.2 Analysing the A student is able to: JPNP Module

7 – 11 relationship between • Define potential difference. View computer simulations to gain an Potential difference and Ex. 7.2
Mac 2011 electric current and understanding of potential difference. voltage may be used
potential difference interchangeably here.
P1 : 10
Discuss potential difference(V) as work done (W)
P2 (Structured) : 2
when moving 1 C of charge(Q) between two points
in an electric field , i.e. P2 (essay) : 2
W P3 (Q1 ) : 2
V= P3 (Q2) : 2
Q
P3 (essay) : 2
Plan and conduct an experiment to find the
• Plan and conduct an experiment to
relationship between current and potential
find the relationship between current and
difference for an ohmic conductor.
potential difference

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 Learning Minimum Requirement &
Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
Discuss Ohm’s law as the relationship between
• Describe the relationship between potential difference and current at constant
current and potential difference. temperature. Module Enrichment JPNP
• State Ohm’s law
Discuss resistance as the ratio of potential
• Define resistance difference to current for an ohmic conductor.

conduct experiments to study and discuss factors

• Explain factors that affect resistance. that affect resistance, i.e. the type of material,
cross-sectional area, length and temperature.

Discuss to solve problems involving potential

• Solve problem involving potential difference, current and resistance.
difference, current and resistance.
Research and report on superconductors
• Describe superconductors

Week 11
12 – 20 1st Mid Term Break
March 2011
Week 12 7.3 Analysing series A student is able to :
21 – 25 and parallel circuits • Identify series and parallel circuits. Carry out activities to identify series and parallel JPNP Module
Mac 2011 circuits. Ex. 7.3
• Compare the current and potential
difference of series circuits and parallel Carry out activities to study the current, I and
circuits. potential difference, V in series and parallel
circuits using ammeters and voltmeters to show
the value of I and V. P1 : 10
• Determine the effective resistance of P2 (Structured) : 2
resistors connected in series. Calculate the effective resistance of resistors P2 (essay) : 2
• Determine the effective resistance of connected in :
resistors connected in parallel. a) series
• Solve problems involving current, potential b) parallel
difference and resistance in series
circuits, parallel circuits and their Discuss and apply principles of current, potential
combinations difference and resistance in series and parallel
circuits to new situations and to solve problems.

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 Learning Minimum Requirement &
Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources

Week 13 7.4 Analysing A student should be able to: Discuss e.m.f as the work done by a source in JPNP Module
28 March – electromotive force • Define electromotive force (e.m.f) driving a unit charge around a complete circuit. Clarify that e.m.f is not Ex. 7.4
1 April 2011 and internal resistance a force but energy per
Carry out activities to distinguish between e.m.f unit charge
• Compare e.m.f and potential difference and potential difference

Carry out an activity to study internal resistance P1 : 10

• Explain internal resistance P2 (Structured) : 2
Carry out an activity to determine e.m.f and P2 (essay) : 1
• Determine e.m.f and internal resistance internal resistance of a battery by plotting a P3 (Q2) : 2
voltage against current graph

• Solve problem involving e.m.f and internal Discuss to solve problems involving e.m.f and
resistance internal resistance
Week 14
4–8 Ujian 2
Apr 2011
Week 15 7.5 Analysing A student is able to: Discuss the relationship between :
11 – 15 Electrical energy and • Define electrical energy. a) energy (E), voltage (V), current (I) and time (t) JPNP Module
April 2011 power • Define electric power. b) power (P), voltage (V) and current (I). Ex. 7.5

Discuss to solve problems involving electrical

• Solve problems involving electrical energy energy and power.
and power.
Compare the power rating of various household P1 : 10
• Compare power rating and energy appliances and calculate energy used for a fixed P2 (Structured) : 2
consumption of various electrical appliances. period of time.

• Compare various electrical appliances in Carry out activities to compare household

terms of efficient. electrical appliances that perform the same
function such as a tungsten-filament light bulb in
• Describe ways of increasing energy terms of efficient use of energy.
efficiency.

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 Learning Minimum Requirement &
Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
Research and report on ways of increasing energy
efficiency in the home or school.
Discuss the importance of maintenance in ensuring
efficiency of electrical appliances.

LEARNING AREA: ELECTROMAGNETISM

Learning Minimum Requirement &

Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
Week 16 8.1 A student is able to:
18 – 22 Analysing the • State what an electromagnet is Recall what an electromagnet is. The right-hand grip rule JPNP Module
April 2011 magnetic effect of may be introduced. Ex. 8.1
current- carrying • Draw the magnetic field pattern due to a Carry out activities to study the pattern and
conductor current in a : direction of the magnetic field due to the current
in a
i. Straight wire
ii. Coil i. Straight wire P1 : 10
iii. Solenoid ii. Coil P2 (Structured) : 2
iii. Solenoid P2 (essay) : 1

• Plan conduct experiment to study factors
that effect the strength to the magnetic
field of an electromagnet.
Plan conduct experiment to study factors that
effect the strength to the magnetic field of an
electromagnet example:
a) The number of turns on the coil
b) The size of current carried by the coil
c) The use of a soft iron core

• Describe and application of electromagnet Research and report on application of

electromagnets such as in electric bells, circuit
breakers, electromagnetic relays and telephone
ear-pieces.

Week 17 8.2 A student is able to: Carry out activities to show the force on a Fleming’s left-hand rule JPNP Module
25 – 29 Understanding the • Describe what happens to a current- current – carrying conductor in a magnetic field may be introduced. Ex. 8.2
April 2011 force on a current – carrying conductor in a magnetic field including the effect of reversing the direction of
carrying conductor in the current and a magnetic field.
a magnetic field .

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 Learning Minimum Requirement &
Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
• Draw a pattern of the combined View computer simulations to gain an
magnetic field due to current – understanding of the resultant magnetic field P1 : 10
carrying conductor in a magnetic field. obtained by combining the magnetic fields due to a P2 (Structured) : 2
• Describe how a current – carrying current –carrying conductor and a magnet
P3 (essay) : 1
conductor in a magnetic field
experiences a force.

• Explain the factors that affect the
magnitude of the force on a current-
carrying conductor in a magnetic field
Carry out experiments to study factors that The working principle of
affect the force on a current-carrying conductor a moving – coil ammeter
in a magnetic field and discuss how the effect the may also be discussed
force on a current- carrying conductor in a
magnetic field.

• Describe how a current carrying coil Carry out activities to observe the turning effect
in a magnetic field experiences a of a current carrying coil in a magnetic field.
turning force

• Describe how a direct current motor Discuss how the turning effect of a current
works carrying –coil in a magnetic field is used in the
action of motor
Comparisons to an
• State factors that affect the speed Carry out activities or view computer simulations alternating current
of rotation of an electric motor.. to study factors that affect the speed of rotation motor may also be
of an electric motor. discussed.

Week 18 8.3 A student is able to:

3–6 Analysing • Describe electromagnetic induction Carry out activities to observe electromagnetic Faraday’s law and Lenz’s JPNP Module
May 2011 electromagnetic induction in a : law may be introduced Ex. 8.3
induction a) straight wire
b) solenoid Fleming’s right-hand rule
may be introduced
Discuss electromagnetic induction as the
production of an electromotive force in a P1 : 10
Week 19 conductor when there is relative motion of the
9 – 11 conductor across a magnetic field.
May 2011
• Indicate the direction of the induced Discuss the direction of the induced current in a :
current in a : a) straight wire

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Objective Sources
straight wire b) solenoid
solenoid
Carry out activities to study factors that affect
• explain factors that affect the the magnitude of the induced current and discuss
magnitude of the current. how they affect the magnitude of the induced
current

• Describe applications of Research and report on applications of

electromagnetic induction electromagnetic induction such as in direct
current (d.c) and alternating current (a.c)
generators.

• Compare direct current and Observe and discuss the output generated by a
alternating current direct current and alternating current source on a
display unit such as a cathode ray oscilloscope
Week 19
12 – 13 Mid Year Exam 2011
May 2011
Week 20
16 - 20 Mid Year Exam 2011
May 2011
Week 21
23 - 27 Mid Year Exam 2011
May 2011
Week
22 - 23
29 May - 2nd Mid Term Break
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Jun 2011
Week 24 8.4 A student is able to: • Carry out activities to gain an JPNP Module
13 – 17 Analysing • Describe the structure and the understanding of the structure and Ex. 8.4
June 2011 transformer operating principle of a simple transformer the operating principle of a simple P1 : 10
step up and a step down transformer.
P2 (Structured) : 2
• Compare and contrast a step up and step
down transformer
P2 (essay) : 2
P3 (Essay) : 1

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 Learning Minimum Requirement &
Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
A student is shoud be able to: • Carry out the activities to study the
Vp Np relationship between number of turns of the
• State that = for an ideal N p ), number of turns of the
Vs Ns primary coil (

transformer secondary coil ( Ns ), primary voltage

• State that V p I p =V s I s for an ideal (V ) and secondary voltage (V ) .
p s
transformer
• Discuss the relationship between output and
input power in an ideal transformer,
V p I p =V s I s
A student should be able to: • Discuss energy losses in a transformer
• Describe the energy losses in a and ways to improve the efficiency of a
transformer transformer.
• Describe ways to improve the • Discuss to solve problems involving
efficiency of a transformer transformer.
• Solve the problems involving
transformer
Week 25 8.5 A student is able to : Research and report on various sources or energy JPNP Module
20 - 24 Understanding the used to generate electricity such as hydro, gas, Ex. 8.5
June 2011 generation and • List sources of energy used to generate nuclear, diesel, coal, biomass, sun and wind.
transmission of electricity.
electricity View computer simulations to gain an
• Describe the various ways of generating understanding on the use of various sources to
electricity. generate electricity. P1 : 7

• Describe the transmission of electricity. Study a model of electricity transmission.

• Describe the energy loss in electricity
transmission cables and deduce the
advantage of high voltage transmission.
• State the importance of the National Grid
Network.
• Solve problems involving electricity
transmission.
Discuss the energy loss in cables and the
advantage of high voltage transmission.
View computer simulations to gain an
understanding of the National Grid Network.
Research and report on :
a) the importance of the National Grid Network
in terms of efficient energy distribution, JPNP Module

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Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
b) the importance of energy efficiency and Ex. Reinforcement
• Explain the importance of renewable energy. renewable energy sources in view of limited
energy sources, P1 : 20
• Explain the effects on the environment c) the effects on the environment caused by
P2 (Structured) : 3
caused by the use of various sources to the use of various sources to generate
P2 (essay) : 3
generate electricity. electricity.

LEARNING AREA: ELECTRONICS

Learning Minimum Requirement &

Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
Week 26 9.1 A student is able to:
27 June – Understanding the
1 July 2011 uses of the Cathode • Explain thermionic emission. View computer simulations to gain an JPNP Module
Ray Oscilloscope understanding of thermionic emission.
Ex. 9.1
(C.R.O)
• Describe the properties of cathode rays. Carry out activities to study the properties of
cathode rays using apparatus such as the Maltese
• Describe the working principle of the Cross tube. P2 (Structured) : 8
cathode ray oscilloscope.
Discuss the cathode ray oscilloscope from the
• Measure potential difference using the following aspects:
C.R.O. a) electron gun,
b) deflection system
c) fluorescent screen
• Measure short time intervals using the
d) energy changes
C.R.O.
Carry out activities using a C.R.O. to :
• Display wave forms using the C.R.O. a) measure potential different,
b) measure short time intervals,
• Solve problems based on the C.R.O. display. c) display wave form.

Discuss to solve problems based on the C.R.O.

display.

Week 27 9.2 A student is able to:

4–8 Understanding

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 Learning Minimum Requirement &
Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
July 2011 semiconductor diodes • Describe semiconductors in terms of View computer simulations to gain an The term doping may be JPNP Module
resistance and free electrons. understanding of properties of semiconductors in introduced. Ex. 9.2
terms of its resistance and free electrons.

• Describe n-type and p-type View computer simulations to gain an

semiconductors. understanding of :
a) n-type and p-type P1 : 10
• Describe semiconductor diodes. semiconductors, P2 (Structured) : 2
b) semiconductor diodes, P2 (essay) : 1
• Describe the function of diodes.
Carry out activities to observe current flow
through a semiconductor diode ( p-n junction) in
• Describe the use of diodes as
forward bias or reverse bias.
rectifiers.
Build a half-wave rectifier circuit and full-wave
• Describe the use of capacitor to rectifier circuit.
smooth out output current and output voltage
in a rectifier circuit. Observe half-wave rectification and full-wave
rectification using an instrument such as a C.R.O.

Observe and discuss the effect of putting a

capacitor in a :
a) half-wave rectifier circuit
b) full-wave rectifier circuit.

Week 28
11 – 15 Ujian 3
July 2011
Week 29 9.3 A student is able to:
18 – 22 Understanding JPNP Module
July 2011 transistors • Describe a transistor in terms of its With the aid of diagrams, discuss a transistor in Ex. 9.3
terminals. terms of its terminals i.e. base, collector and
emitter.

• Describe how a transistor can be used as a Carry out activities to show a transistor as a
current amplifier. P1 : 10
current amplifier.
P2 (Structured) : 2

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Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
• Describe how a transistor can be used as an Set up a transistor-based electronic-based P2 (essay) : 1
automatic switch. electronic circuit that functions as a light, heat or
sound controlled switch.

Week 30 9.4 A Student is able to :

25 – 29 Analysing logic gates JPNP Module
July 2011 • state that logic gates are switching circuits Discuss logic gates as switching circuits in Ex. Reinforcement
in computers and other electronic systems. computers and other electronic systems.

• list and draw symbols for the following logic

P1 : 20
gates : Research and report on symbols for the following P2 (Structured) : 4
i) AND, logic gates :
ii) OR, a) AND,
iii) NOT, b) OR,
iv) NAND, c) NOT, Past year question
v) NOR d) NAND, SPM Paper 2.
e) NOR.
• State the action of the following logic gates
in a truth table : Carry out activities to study the action of the
i) AND, following logic gates :
ii) OR, a) AND,
iii) NOT, b) OR,
iv) NAND, c) NOT,
v) NOR. d) NAND,
e) NOR.
• Build truth tables for logic gates in
combination for a maximum of 2 inputs. Build truth tables for logic gates and their
combinations.
• Describe applications of logic gate control
systems. Research and report on logic gate control systems
such as in security systems, safety systems and
street lights.

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LEARNING AREA: RADIOACTIVITY

Week Learning Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes Minimum Requirement &
Objective Sources
Week 31
1–5 10.1 A student is able to: View computer simulations or models to gain an JPNP Module
August Understanding the understanding of : Ex. 10.1
nucleus of an atom • Describe the composition of the nucleus of a) the composition of the nucleus,
2011
an atom in terms of protons and neutrons b) isotopes.

• Define proton number (Z) and nucleon Research and report on the terms nuclide and P2 (Structured) : 4
number (A) isotope.
• Explain the term nuclide
A
• Use the nuclide notation Z X
• Define the term isotope

JPNP Module
10.2 A student is able to: View computer simulations or models to gain an The structure of Ex. 10.2
Analysing radioactive understanding radioactivity. detectors are not
decay • State what radioactivity is required
Discuss:
• Name common detectors for radioactive a) that radioactivity is spontaneous
emissions. disintegration of an unstable nucleus P1 : 20
accompanied by the emission of energetic P2 (Structured) : 2
particles or photons P2 (essay) : 2
b) the detection of radioactive emission using
detectors such as cloud chambers and Geiger-
Muller tubes

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Week 32 Discuss the characteristics of radioactive
8 – 12 • Compare the 3 kinds of radioactive emission i.e alpha particles, beta particles and
emissions in term of their nature. gamma rays in term of their:
August
2011 a) relative ionizing effects
b) relative penetrating powers
c) deflection by electric and magnetic fields

Discuss radioactive decay with the aid of

equations.
• Explain what radioactive decay is.
• Use equations to represent changes in the Carry out activities to gain an understanding of
composition of the nucleus when particles half-life.
are emitted.
• Explain half-life
Discuss a typical decay curve.
• determine half-life from a decay curve
• solve problems involving half-life Discuss to solve problems involving half-life

Week 33 JPNP Module

15 – 19 10.3 A student is able to: Discuss radioisotopes. Ex. 10.3
August Understanding the • Define radioisotopes.
uses of radioisotopes • Name examples of radioisotopes. Research and report on applications of
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• Describe applications of radioisotopes radioisotopes in the fields of:
a) Medicine,
P1 : 10
b) Agriculture,
P2 (Structured) : 1
c) Archaeology,
d) Industry.

View computer simulations on applications of

radioisotopes.

Visit the Malaysian Institute for Nuclear

Technology Research (MINT) or other suitable
places to see various applications of radioisotopes.
JPNP Module
Week 34 10.4 A student is able to : View computer simulations to gain an Ex. 10.4
22 – 26 Understanding understanding of:
nuclear energy a) nuclear fission,

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August • Define atomic mass unit (a.m.u). b) chain reactions,
2011 c) nuclear fusion

• Describe nuclear fission. P2 (Structured) : 2

P2 (essay) : 2
Discuss:
a) atomic mass unit (a.m.u),
• Give examples of nuclear fission. b) nuclear fission,
c) chain reactions,
• Describe chain reactions. d) nuclear fusion.

• Describe nuclear fusion.

Discuss the relationship between mass defect and
• Give examples of nuclear fusion. the nuclear energy produced in nuclear fission and
nuclear fusion, i.e E = mc 2 .
• Relate the release of energy in a nuclear
reaction with a change of mass according to Research and report on the generation of
the equation E = mc 2
. electricity from nuclear energy.

• Describe the generation of electricity from Discuss the pros and cons of using nuclear fission
nuclear fission. to generate electricity.

• Justify the use of nuclear fission in the Discuss to solve problems involving nuclear energy.
generation of electricity.

• Solve problems involving nuclear energy.

JPNP Module
10.5 A student is able to: Research and reports on: Ex. 10.5
Realising the a) the negative effects of radioactive substances
importance of proper • describe the negative effects of radioactive b) safety precautions that should be taken when
P2 (Structured) : 1
management of substances. handling radioactive substances
radioactive • describe safety precautions needed in the c) management of radioactive waste
substances handling of radioactive substances. JPNP Module
• describe the management of radioactive Ex. Reinforcement
waste P1 : 10
P2 (Structured) : 2
P2 (essay) : 2

Week 35 3rd Mid Term Break

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August-
2 Sept
2011
Week 36
5 – 11 Revision for Trial SPM 2011
Sept 2011
Week 37
12 – 15 Revision for Trial SPM 2011
Sept 2011
Week 38
19 – 23 Trial SPM 2011
Sept 2011
Week 39
26 - 30 Trial SPM 2011
Sep 2011
Week 40
3–7 Trial SPM 2011
Oct 2011
Week 41
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Week 43
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31 Oct – 4 Revision for SPM 2011
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Week 45
7 – 11 Revision for SPM 2011
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Week 46 Revision for SPM 2011

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Week 52 End of Year Break

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