JABATAN PELAJARAN NEGERI PAHANG

SCHEME OF WORK FOR FORM 5 PHYSICS

ANNUAL TEACHING PLAN 2010

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
4–8 Understanding Waves • describe what is meant by wave illustrated by vibrations in ropes, slinky springs, or Ex. 6.11
Jan 2010 motion. ripple tank.

Module for excellent

Carry out activities using a ripple tank and slinky
• recognize that waves transfer energy spring to demonstrate:
a) that waves transfer energy without P1 : 10
without transferring matter.
transferring matter. P2 (Structured) : 2
• compare transverse and longitudinal waves
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
11 – 15 i. amplitude pendulum or a loaded spring to define amplitude,
ii. period period and frequency.
Jan 2010 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:

18 – 22 Analysing reflection of • Describe reflection of waves in terms Carry out activities to observe reflection of: Reflection of circular JPNP Module
Jan 2010 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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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
25 – 29 Analysing diffraction a) water waves in a ripple tank, size of gap on the
Ex. 6.4
Jan 2010 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
waves in terms of wavelength, frequency, speed, P2 (Structured) : 2
• Draw a diagram to show diffraction
P2 (Essay) : 1
direction of propagation and shape of waves in
of waves.
relation to the incident wave.

View computer simulations on diffraction of waves.

A student is able to:

Week 5 6.5 Observe a mechanical model such as a slinky
1- 5 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 2010 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
Discus constructive and destructive P2 (essay) : 1
interference
• solve problems involving λ - wavelength
Discus λ = ax X – the distance

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Objective Sources
D λ = ax between two
D consecutive nodes
A – the distance
between the two wave
sources
D – the perpendicular
distance from the
source to the position
where x is measured
Week 6 6.6 A student is able to: JPNP Module
8 -12 Analysing sound waves • describe sound waves Discuss Ex. 6.6
Feb 2010 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

Perayaan Tahun Baru Cina 14 – 16 Februari 2010

Week 7 6.7 A student is able to: Research and report on the component of the JPNP Module
17 – 19 Analyzing describe the electromagnetic electromagnetic spectrum in terms of; Emphasize that the Ex. 6.7
Feb 2010 electromagnetic waves spectrum electromagnetic
state that visible light is a part of a) decreasing wavelength and increasing spectrum is continuous.
electromagnetic spectrum. frequency
list sources of electromagnetic waves b) sources
P1 : 10
describe the properties of
Discuss the properties of electromagnetic waves. P2 (Structured) : 2
electromagnetic waves

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

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LEARNING AREA: ELECTRICITY

Learning Minimum Requirement &

Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
Week 8
22 – 26 Ujian 1
Feb 2010
Week 9 7.1 Analysing electric A student is able to:
1–5 fields and charge flow • State the relationship between electron Discuss electric current as the rate of charge Recall the activity JPNP Module
Mac 2010 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

8 – 12 Mac relationship between • Define potential difference. View computer simulations to gain an Potential difference and Ex. 7.2
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
P3 (Q1 ) : 2
P3 (Q2) : 2

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Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
W P3 (essay) : 2
• Plan and conduct an experiment to V=
Q
find the relationship between current and
Plan and conduct an experiment to find the
potential difference
relationship between current and potential
difference for an ohmic conductor.
• Describe the relationship between
current and potential difference.
Discuss Ohm’s law as the relationship between Module Enrichment JPNP
• State Ohm’s law
potential difference and current at constant
temperature.
• Define resistance

Discuss resistance as the ratio of potential

difference to current for an ohmic conductor.
• Explain factors that affect resistance.

conduct experiments to study and discuss factors

that affect resistance, i.e. the type of material,
cross-sectional area, length and temperature.
• Solve problem involving potential
difference, current and resistance.
Discuss to solve problems involving potential
difference, current and resistance.
• Describe superconductors

Research and report on superconductors

Week 11
15 – 19 1st Mid Term Break
Mac 2010
Week 12 7.3 Analysing series A student is able to :
22 – 26 and parallel circuits • Identify series and parallel circuits. Carry out activities to identify series and parallel JPNP Module
Mac 2010 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 :

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 Learning Minimum Requirement &
Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
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.
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
29 Mac – 2 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
Apr 2010 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
5–9 Ujian 2
Apr 2010
Week 15 7.5 Analysing A student is able to: Discuss the relationship between :
12 – 16 Electrical energy and • Define electrical energy. a) energy (E), voltage (V), current (I) and time (t) JPNP Module
Apr 2010 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

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 Learning Minimum Requirement &
Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
• Describe ways of increasing energy terms of efficient use of energy.
efficiency.
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:
19 – 23 Analysing the • State what an electromagnet is Recall what an electromagnet is. The right-hand grip rule JPNP Module
Apr 2010 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
26 – 30 Understanding the • Describe what happens to a current- current – carrying conductor in a magnetic field may be introduced. Ex. 8.2
Apr 2010 force on a current – carrying conductor in a magnetic field including the effect of reversing the direction of

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

3–7 Analysing • Describe electromagnetic induction Carry out activities to observe electromagnetic Faraday’s law and Lenz’s JPNP Module
May 2010 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
conductor when there is relative motion of the
conductor across a magnetic field.

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Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
• Indicate the direction of the induced Discuss the direction of the induced current in a :
current in a : a) straight wire
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
10 – 14 Mid Year Exam 2010
May 2010
Week 20
17 - 21 Mid Year Exam 2010
May 2010
Week 21
24 - 28 Mid Year Exam 2010
May 2010
Week
22 - 23
29 May - 2nd Mid Term Break
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Jun 2010
Week 24 8.4 A student is able to: • Carry out activities to gain an JPNP Module
14 – 18 Analysing • Describe the structure and the understanding of the structure and Ex. 8.4
Jun 2010 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

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Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
• Compare and contrast a step up and step P2 (essay) : 2
down transformer P3 (Essay) : 1
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
21- 25 Understanding the used to generate electricity such as hydro, gas, Ex. 8.5
Jun 2010 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.
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 :

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Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
• Solve problems involving electricity a) the importance of the National Grid Network
transmission. in terms of efficient energy distribution, JPNP Module
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
caused by the use of various sources to the use of various sources to generate P2 (Structured) : 3
generate electricity. electricity. P2 (essay) : 3
LEARNING AREA: ELECTRONICS

Learning Minimum Requirement &

Week Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes
Objective Sources
Week 26 9.1 A student is able to:
28 Jun – 2 Understanding the
July 2010 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.

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Objective Sources
Week 27 9.2 A student is able to:
5–9 Understanding
July 2010 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
12 – 16 Ujian 3
July 2010
Week 29 9.3 A student is able to:
19 – 23 Understanding JPNP Module
July 2010 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

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Objective Sources
current amplifier. current amplifier. P1 : 10
P2 (Structured) : 2
• 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 :

26 – 30 Analysing logic gates JPNP Module
July 2010 • 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

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such as in security systems, safety systems and
street lights.

LEARNING AREA: RADIOACTIVITY

Week Learning Learning Outcomes Suggested Activities Notes Minimum Requirement &
Objective Sources
Week 31
2–6 10.1 A student is able to: View computer simulations or models to gain an JPNP Module
Ogos 2010 Understanding the understanding of : Ex. 10.1
nucleus of an atom • Describe the composition of the nucleus of a) the composition of the nucleus,
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

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 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
Week 32
9 – 13 Discuss the characteristics of radioactive
Ogos 2010
• Compare the 3 kinds of radioactive
emissions in term of their nature. emission i.e alpha particles, beta particles and
gamma rays in term of their:

a) relative ionizing effects

b) relative penetrating powers
c) deflection by electric and magnetic fields

Discuss radioactive decay with the aid of

• Explain what radioactive decay is. equations.
• Use equations to represent changes in the
composition of the nucleus when particles Carry out activities to gain an understanding of
are emitted. half-life.
• Explain half-life

• determine half-life from a decay curve Discuss a typical decay curve.

• solve problems involving half-life
Discuss to solve problems involving half-life
Week 33 JPNP Module
16 – 20 10.3 A student is able to: Discuss radioisotopes. Ex. 10.3
Ogos 2010 Understanding the • Define radioisotopes.
uses of radioisotopes • Name examples of radioisotopes. Research and report on applications of
• 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

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JPNP Module
Week 34 10.4 A student is able to : View computer simulations to gain an Ex. 10.4
23 – 27 Understanding understanding of:
nuclear energy • Define atomic mass unit (a.m.u). a) nuclear fission,
Ogos 2010
b) chain reactions,
c) nuclear fusion
• Describe nuclear fission. P2 (Structured) : 2
P2 (essay) : 2
Discuss:
• Give examples of nuclear fission. a) atomic mass unit (a.m.u),
b) nuclear fission,
• Describe chain reactions. c) chain reactions,
d) nuclear fusion.

• Describe nuclear fusion.

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

• Solve problems involving nuclear energy.

Week 35 JPNP Module
30 Ogos – 10.5 A student is able to: Research and reports on: Ex. 10.5
3 Sep 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
2010 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

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P2 (essay) : 2

Week 36
4 – 12 3rd Mid Term Break
Sept 2010
Week 37
13 – 17 Revision for Trial SPM 2010
Sept 2010
Week 38
20 – 24 Trial SPM 2010
Sept 2010
Week 39
27 Sep – 1 Trial SPM 2010
Oct 2010
Week 40
4–8 Trial SPM 2010
Oct 2010
Week 41
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