Unit at a glance
5 lessons, 225 minutes of teaching
Scheme of work
The lessons in order
| Ref | Lesson pack | Structure | Worksheet | Quiz | Lab tab |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.1 | Progressive waves A wave carries energy from place to place while the medium itself only oscillates about a fixed point. | Corners | 6 Q, 14 marks | 10 MCQ | tab 1 |
| 7.2 | Transverse and longitudinal waves Every mechanical wave moves its medium in one of two ways: side to side across the direction of travel, or back and forth along it. | Frayer Model | 6 Q, 12 marks | 7 checks | tab 2 |
| 7.3 | The Doppler effect A passing siren drops in pitch the instant it goes by. | Connect-Extend-Challenge | 6 Q, 15 marks | 10 MCQ | tab 3 |
| 7.4 | The electromagnetic spectrum Radio waves, light and gamma rays are the same kind of wave, differing only in wavelength and frequency. | Anticipation / Reaction Guide | 6 Q, 13 marks | 10 MCQ | tab 4 |
| 7.5 | Polarisation A transverse wave can oscillate in any plane perpendicular to its travel. | Cooperative Concept Mapping | 6 Q, 15 marks | 10 MCQ | tab 5 |
Each pack holds the plan, worksheet and quiz for its lesson. Teach the rows in order; the lab tabs match the student lessons.
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