Science 9
Science 9
Science 9
inheritance
1st Quarter Chromosomes, genes, and DNA
Patterns of inheritance
Table of Contents:
Genetic variation and
1. Living Things and Their Environment adaptation
- Nitrogen cycle
- Water cycle
Lesson 1: Living Things and Their Definition: Unicellular organisms are
Environment Lesson 1: S composed of a single cell that performs all
necessary functions of life.
Living things are diverse organisms that Characteristics: They are typically
inhabit our planet and interact with the microscopic, have a simple structure, and
surrounding environment. They can be include bacteria and protists.
found in various ecosystems, from the
depths of oceans to the highest Example: Amoeba, a unicellular organism,
mountaintops. Understanding the thrives in freshwater environments and
relationship between living things and their moves by extending pseudopods.
environment is crucial for comprehending
the intricate balance of life on Earth.
Definition:
- Living things, or organisms, refer
to any entity that possesses the
characteristics of life and exhibits
vital processes such as growth,
reproduction, and response to
stimuli.
- They can be categorized into
different types based on their
complexity and organization.
1. Unicellular Organisms
2. Multicellular Organisms
2. Metabolism
Definition: Metabolism refers to the
sum of all chemical reactions occurring
within an organism.
Characteristics of Living Things:
1. Cellular Organization
Definition: Living things are composed
of one or more cells, which are the
basic structural and functional units of
life.
Characteristics: Living things acquire History of Understanding Living Things
and transform energy, using it to and Their Environment:
carry out vital functions such as
growth, repair, and reproduction.
Scientists throughout history have made
Example: Plants undergo significant contributions to our
photosynthesis, converting understanding of living things and their
sunlight into chemical energy to fuel interactions with the environment.
their metabolic processes.
Prominent figures such as Carl Linnaeus,
Charles Darwin, and Gregor Mendel laid
3. Homeostasis
the foundations of taxonomy, evolution,
Definition: Homeostasis is the ability
and genetics, respectively.
of living things to maintain a stable
internal environment despite
external fluctuations. Conclusion: Living things and their
environment are intricately connected,
forming a complex web of interactions and
dependencies. By studying these
relationships, we gain insight into the
diversity, adaptations, and sustainability of
life on Earth. Understanding the
characteristics, types, and historical context
of living things deepens our appreciation
Characteristics: Organisms for the wonders of the natural world.
regulate their internal conditions
through feedback mechanisms to
ensure optimal functioning.
Lesson 2: Respiratory and Circulatory
Example: Humans maintain a Systems working
Lesson with other organ
1: Sets
constant body temperature through systems
mechanisms like sweating or
shivering in response to external
The respiratory and circulatory systems play
temperature changes.
vital roles in supporting the overall
functioning of the human body. These
systems work collaboratively with other
organ systems to ensure the delivery of pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi,
oxygen, removal of waste products, and and lungs.
maintenance of homeostasis.
Understanding the interconnections Characteristics: Its primary function
between these systems and their is to supply oxygen to the body and
coordination with other organs is essential remove carbon dioxide through the
for comprehending human physiology. process of respiration.
Definition:
Gregor Mendel, an Austrian monk,
- Heredity refers to the
conducted groundbreaking experiments in
transmission of genetic
the mid-19th century, establishing the
information from parents to
fundamental principles of inheritance.
offspring, leading to the
inheritance of traits.
Laws of Inheritance independently, allowing for different
combinations in offspring.
a. Law of Segregation
1. Chromosomes
Characteristics: This segregation of
alleles ensures that each offspring
Definition: Chromosomes are
inherits one allele from each parent.
thread-like structures found in
the nucleus of cells, containing
Example: In Mendel's experiments
genetic material.
with pea plants, he observed that
the alleles for seed color segregate,
resulting in offspring with either
yellow or green seeds.
b. Law of Independent
Assortment
Codominance
Levels of Biodiversity
Characteristics: It contributes to
ecosystem stability, nutrient cycling,
pollination, pest control, and the
provision of resources like food,
medicine, and raw materials.
Definition: Biodiversity can be
examined at different hierarchical
Example: Coral reefs, with their
levels, including genetic diversity,
rich biodiversity, support a vast
species diversity, and ecosystem
array of marine life and act as
diversity.
protective barriers against coastal embryology, molecular biology,
erosion and storms. and biogeography.
Gene Flow
1. Carbon Cycle
3. Water Cycle
Characteristics: Nitrogen
undergoes processes like
nitrogen fixation, nitrification,
Characteristics: Processes such as
evaporation, condensation,
precipitation, and runoff drive the
water cycle.
Conclusion:
Introduction to Carbon
Compounds
9. Bonding by Transfer of Electrons Physical and Chemical Properties of
Organic Compounds
Ionic Bonding
Formation of Ionic Compounds
Properties of Ionic Compounds
14. Hydrocarbon
Introduction to Alcohols
11. Bonding with Metals Naming and Structure of Alcohols
Applications and Uses of Alcohols
Metallic Bonding
Characteristics of Metallic Bonds
Properties of Metals
16. Acetone and Formalin
Introduction to Organic
Compounds
18. Total Count vs. Mass
Functional Groups in Organic
Compounds Comparing Total Count and Mass
Conversion between Mass and
Number of Particles
Stoichiometry and Mass
Relationships in Reactions
Characteristics:
Solid: Solids have a fixed shape and Example: Ice (solid water) maintains its
volume due to strong intermolecular shape, while liquid water flows and takes
forces. Particles in solids are closely the shape of its container. Water vapor
packed and vibrate around fixed (gaseous water) disperses in the air.
positions.
Conclusion:
The concept of countless and active Definition: Atomic structure refers to the
particles of matter provides a foundation organization of subatomic particles within
for understanding the nature, types, and an atom, including protons, neutrons, and
characteristics of matter. Matter consists of electrons.
atoms and molecules in constant motion,
and its classification into elements, Characteristics: Protons and neutrons are
compounds, and mixtures further located in the nucleus, while electrons
elucidates its composition. Additionally, the orbit the nucleus in specific energy levels
different states of matter and the particle or shells.
theory provide insights into the behavior Example: An atom of carbon (C) consists of
and properties of materials in various six protons and six neutrons in the
conditions. nucleus, with electrons distributed in
energy levels around the nucleus.
- Atom
- Importance of Quantum Mechanics in Principal Quantum Number (n),
Describing Electron Behavior Angular Momentum Quantum
Number (l),
Magnetic Quantum Number (m),
Electronic Structure and Periodicity: Spin Quantum Number (s)
Shapes and Energies of Orbitals (s,
Periodic Table and Electron
p, d, f)
Configurations
Characteristics: Metallic
Covalent Bonds compounds exhibit properties such
as high electrical and thermal
conductivity and malleability.
Characteristics: Covalent
compounds have a molecular
structure and can be either Definition: Electronegativity is the measure
nonpolar or polar depending on the of an atom's ability to attract shared
electron distribution. electrons in a chemical bond.
Characteristics: Differences in
Example: In a molecule of water electronegativity between bonded atoms
(H2O), oxygen shares electrons with determine bond polarity, which influences
two hydrogen atoms, forming the distribution of charge within a
covalent bonds. molecule.
Intermolecular Forces:
Example: The Lewis dot structure for carbon Definition: Intermolecular forces are
dioxide (CO2) shows the sharing of attractive forces between molecules,
electrons between carbon and oxygen influencing physical properties like boiling
atoms, forming double bonds. point and solubility.
Mole-to-Mole Relationships:
Using mole ratios to determine
Definition: Stoichiometry involves the
the quantities of reactants and
quantitative relationships between
products in a chemical reaction.
Mass-to-Mole Relationships: particles, and volume using the mole
Converting between mass and concept is essential for stoichiometry
moles of substances in and quantitative analysis in chemistry.
stoichiometric calculations.
Mole-to-Particle Relationships:
Relating the number of moles to Lesson 6: Electron Configurations
the number of particles in a
Electron configurations describe the
substance.
arrangement of electrons within atoms,
Example: Using mole ratios to calculate the providing insight into their energy levels, orbital
mass of reactants required or the yield of distributions, and overall stability.
products in a chemical reaction.
Understanding electron configurations
Limiting Reactant and Excess Reactant: allows for predicting and explaining the
chemical properties and behavior of
Definition: In a chemical reaction, the
elements.
limiting reactant is the reactant that is
entirely consumed, limiting the amount of
product formed.
Definition and Importance of Electron
Characteristics: The excess reactant is the Configurations:
reactant that is not completely consumed
Definition: Electron configuration refers to
and remains in excess after the reaction.
the distribution of electrons in the energy
Example: In a reaction between hydrogen levels and orbitals of an atom.
and oxygen to produce water, the reactant
Characteristics: Electron configurations
present in the smallest stoichiometric
determine the chemical reactivity,
amount will be the limiting reactant.
bonding behavior, and physical properties
of elements.
Conclusion:
Conclusion:
Example: Carbon (C) has four valence Example: The Lewis symbol for sodium (Na)
electrons, and it tends to form four shows the transfer of one valence electron
covalent bonds to attain a complete octet. to chlorine (Cl), resulting in the formation
of Na+ and Cl- ions in sodium chloride
Representation of Valence Electrons:
(NaCl).
- Dots and Crosses: Representation of
Valence Electrons
Lewis Structures for Covalent Compounds:
- Guidelines for Drawing Lewis Symbols
Example: The Lewis structure for carbon Example: The Lewis structure of water
dioxide (CO2) includes a double bond (H2O) indicates that it has a bent
between carbon and each oxygen atom, molecular shape, with two lone pairs and
with resonance structures showing the two bonding pairs of electrons around
shifting of electron pairs. the oxygen atom.
Born-Haber Cycle:
Example: Methane (CH4) is a colorless gas Lesson 11: Bonding with Metals
at room temperature, has a low boiling
point, and does not conduct electricity.
Bonding with metals involves the
interactions between metal atoms,
resulting in the formation of metallic
Applications of Bonding by Sharing of
bonds. Understanding this type of
Electrons:
bonding provides insights into the unique
- Use of Covalent Compounds in properties and behavior of metals.
Everyday Life and Industry
- Structural Isomerism
Example: The industrial revolution and the Definition and Characteristics of Alcohols:
discovery of vast petroleum reserves
Definition: Alcohols are organic
revolutionized the use of hydrocarbons as
compounds that contain a hydroxyl (- OH)
energy sources and raw materials.
functional group attached to a carbon
atom.
Characteristics: Alcohols exhibit varying Example: Ethanol (CH3CH2OH) is a primary
physical properties, such as higher boiling alcohol, while 2-propanol (CH3CH(OH)CH3)
points and solubility in water compared to is a secondary alcohol.
hydrocarbons. They can be classified into
primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols
based on the number of carbon atoms Physical Properties of Alcohols:
directly bonded to the hydroxyl group.
- Boiling Points and Solubility in Water
Example: Methanol (CH3OH) is a simple
- Intermolecular Forces: Hydrogen
alcohol consisting of a methyl group (- CH3)
Bonding
attached to the hydroxyl group.
Characteristics: Alcohols generally have
higher boiling points and are more
Types of Alcohols: soluble in water compared to
hydrocarbons of similar molecular weight.
- Primary Alcohols: -OH Group Attached to
This is due to the presence of hydrogen
a Carbon with One Other Carbon Atom
bonding between the hydroxyl group and
- Secondary Alcohols: -OH Group water molecules.
Attached to a Carbon with Two Other
Example: Methanol (CH3OH) has a boiling
Carbon Atoms
point of 64.7 °C and is completely
- Tertiary Alcohols: -OH Group Attached to miscible in water.
a Carbon with Three Other Carbon Atoms
Chemical Reactions of Alcohols:
Conclusion:
A. Weighing Method
B. Environmental Monitoring
B. Significance
Characteristics: Counting particles by mass
aids in assessing air quality, determining Characteristics: Counting by mass is a
pollutant concentrations, and monitoring fundamental method for quantitative
particulate matter in environmental analysis, providing valuable data for
samples. scientific research, manufacturing
processes, and environmental monitoring.
Example: Measuring the mass of airborne
particles to analyze pollution levels in an Example: The use of gravimetric analysis in
urban area. chemical laboratories has contributed to
the development of precise analytical
methods and our understanding of
C. Scientific Research Characteristics: chemical reactions.
Counting by mass is
utilized in various scientific disciplines, such
Conclusion:
as chemistry, physics, biology, and materials
science, to quantify substances and Counting by getting the mass of an object
investigate their properties. is a valuable method for determining the
quantity of a substance based on its
Example: Determining the mass of
measured mass. By understanding the
nanoparticles for studying their behavior
principles, techniques, and applications of
and interactions in nanotechnology
this method, scientists and professionals
research.
can obtain accurate measurements and
Historical Development and Significance: derive meaningful insights in various
scientific, industrial, and environmental
A. Historical Context
contexts.
Characteristics: Counting by mass has been
employed for centuries, evolving alongside
advancements in measurement techniques
and instrumentation.
B. Mass
Lesson 18: Total Count vs. Mass
Definition: Mass refers to the measure of
the quantity of matter in a substance or
Total count and mass are two different
sample.
approaches to quantify the amount of a
substance. Understanding the differences, Characteristics: Mass measurement
characteristics, and applications of total provides information about the total
count and mass measurements is crucial amount of material present, irrespective of
for accurate data interpretation and the individual entities.
analysis. This section explores the concepts,
Example: Weighing a substance on a
techniques, and significance of total count
balance to determine its mass.
and mass in scientific and industrial
contexts.
Types of Measurements:
B. Mass Measurements
- Gravimetric Analysis: Determining the - Instrument Calibration: Regular
mass of a substance using precise calibration and verification of the
weighing techniques. weighing instrument for reliable results.
- Spectrometric Methods: Analyzing the Example: Using a clean and dry weighing
mass-to-charge ratio of ions or molecular dish and calibrating the balance with
fragments using mass spectrometry. appropriate weights before measuring the
sample mass.
Characteristics: Mass measurements
provide information about the total amount
of matter present in a sample.
Applications:
Example: Weighing a powdered sample to
A. Total Count Measurements
determine its mass using an analytical
balance. - Biological Research: Assessing cell
populations, microbial growth, or viral
load in medical and biological studies.
Factors Affecting Measurements:
- Environmental Monitoring: Monitoring
A. Total Count Measurements the concentration of microorganisms or
pollutants in environmental samples.
- Sample Homogeneity: Ensuring an
even distribution of entities within the Example: Determining the total count of
sample to avoid biased counting. algae cells in a water sample to assess
water quality.
- Sensitivity and Precision: Factors that
affect the accuracy and reproducibility of
counting methods.
B. Mass Measurements
Example: Achieving a well-dispersed
- Chemistry and Materials Science:
bacterial culture before counting individual
Quantifying chemical compounds,
colonies on an agar plate.
analyzing reaction yields, and
characterizing materials.
Historical Development and Significance: Total count and mass measurements are
distinct approaches to quantify the
A. Historical Context
amount of a substance. Total count
- Development of Counting Methods: provides information about the number of
Advancements in microscopy, automation, individual entities, while mass
and image analysis techniques have measurements determine the total amount
improved the accuracy and efficiency of of matter present.
total count measurements. Understanding the differences, techniques,
and applications of total count and mass
- Progress in Mass Measurement:
measurements is essential for precise data
Historical advancements in weighing
analysis and interpretation in scientific
instruments and the establishment of
research and industrial settings.
standardized mass units.
B. Significance
The mass of one mole of a substance is a
- Scientific and Industrial Impact: Total fundamental concept in chemistry that
count and mass measurements play crucial allows for the calculation of the amount of
roles in diverse fields, enabling quantitative a substance in terms of moles.
analysis, quality control, and accurate Understanding the definition,
dosing. characteristics, historical context, and
significance of the mass of one mole of a
Example: Precise total count and mass
substance is crucial for stoichiometric
measurements have significantly
calculations and understanding the
contributed to advancements in healthcare,
relationships between mass, moles, and
environmental protection, and
chemical equations.
manufacturing processes.
Example: The atomic mass of carbon (C) is Definition: The molar mass of a substance,
approximately 12.01 amu. expressed in grams per mole, is
numerically equal to the average mass of
one entity of that substance in atomic
B. Molecular Formula and Molar Mass mass units (amu).
A. Historical Development
Lesson 20: Relationships among
Characteristics: The concept of molar mass
Number of Moles, Mass, and Particles
and Avogadro's number emerged in the
late 19th century as scientists sought to
understand the relationship between
atomic masses, chemical reactions, and Understanding the relationships among
stoichiometry. the number of moles, mass, and particles
is essential for quantitative analysis and
Example: The work of Amedeo Avogadro, stoichiometry in chemistry. This section
Jean Baptiste Perrin, and others explores the definitions, characteristics,
contributed to the establishment of historical context, and examples related
Avogadro's number and the understanding to these relationships, providing a
of the mole concept. comprehensive understanding of how
these quantities are interconnected.
B. Significance
Conclusion:
B. Mass (m)
Conclusion:
Example Applications:
The chemist's mole is a fundamental unit
A. Stoichiometry
in chemistry used to quantify the amount
Characteristics: The mole plays a crucial of a substance. It is based on Avogadro's
role in stoichiometric calculations, allowing number and provides a basis for
chemists to balance chemical equations stoichiometry, solution preparation, and
and determine the ratios of reactants and interpreting chemical equations.
products.
Understanding the mole concept and its Characteristics: The mole map provides a
applications is crucial for precise visual tool for understanding the
measurements and calculations in quantitative relationships between these
quantitative chemical analysis. quantities in stoichiometric calculations.
A mole-mass map
demonstrates the conversion between
moles and mass of a substance.
Characteristics: Determine which quantities Characteristics: The mole map builds upon
are known and which ones need to be the concepts of the mole, molar mass,
calculated or converted. Avogadro's number, and stoichiometry,
which have evolved over centuries of
Example: Knowing the number of moles of
scientific progress.
a reactant and calculating the number of
moles of a product. Example: The work of Amedeo Avogadro,
Joseph-Louis Gay-Lussac, and other
chemists contributed to the
establishment of these fundamental concepts.
B. Significance
Conclusion:
2. Climate
Definition and Formation:
Introduction to Climate
Definition: Volcanoes are openings in the
Factors Influencing Climate
Earth's crust through which molten rock,
Climate Zones and Classification
gases, and volcanic ash are expelled
Climate Change and Global
during volcanic eruptions.
Warming
Impacts of Climate Change Formation: Volcanoes form as a result of
tectonic plate movements and the
presence of molten rock (magma) beneath
3. Constellations the Earth's surface.
B. Stratovolcanoes (Composite
Volcanoes)
Definition: Cinder cones are small and
steep-sided volcanoes formed by the
accumulation of loose volcanic debris,
such as cinders and ash.
Characteristics: They often have a
symmetrical, cone-shaped appearance and
B. Types of Lava
are the simplest type of volcano
Definition: Lava is the molten rock that
Example: Parícutin in Mexico, a famous
erupts from a volcano and flows on the
cinder cone that emerged suddenly in a
Earth's surface.
farmer's cornfield in 1943.
Characteristics: Different types of lava
have varying viscosities, which influence
Volcanic Eruptions and Lava Types: their behavior and the formation of
different volcanic landforms.
A. Types of Volcanic Eruptions
Example: Pahoehoe lava, characterized by
Definition: Volcanic eruptions can be
its smooth, rope-like texture, observed in
classified as explosive or effusive based on
the Hawaiian Islands.
the type of volcanic activity and the
characteristics of the erupted materials.
A. Pyroclastic Flows
A. Solar Radiation
Conclusion:
A. Ancient Origins
B. Mythological Significance
Types of Constellations:
A. Zodiac Constellations
Conclusion:
Definition: Forces are interactions between 2. Electrical Force: The force of attraction
objects that cause changes in their motion or repulsion between charged objects.
or shape.
3. Magnetic Force: The force exerted
B. Contact Forces by magnets or moving charges.
C. Effects of Friction
A. Gravity
Definition: Acceleration is the rate of
change of an object's velocity over time.
Lesson 2: Projectile
A. Principle of Conservation of
Lesson 3: Momentum
Momentum
A. Inelastic Collisions
C. Astrophysics and Space Exploration
Definition: Inelastic collisions are collisions
Characteristics: Momentum plays a
where momentum is conserved, but kinetic
significant role in celestial mechanics and
energy is not.
spacecraft propulsion systems.
Characteristics: In an inelastic collision,
Example: Rockets and spacecraft using the
objects stick together or deform upon
principle of conservation of momentum to
impact, resulting in a loss of kinetic energy.
change their velocity in space.
Example: A car crashing into a wall and
crumpling upon impact, dissipating some
of its kinetic energy as deformation and Conclusion:
heat.
Momentum provides a valuable framework
for understanding and analyzing the
motion of objects and their interactions.
Applications of Momentum:
By studying the definition, calculation,
A. Sports and Athletics conservation, and applications of
momentum, we gain insights into how
Characteristics: Understanding momentum
objects move and how forces affect their
helps in analyzing and improving
motion. Momentum is a fundamental
techniques in sports involving motion and
concept that finds applications in various
impact.
fields, from sports to transportation and
Example: A baseball player swinging a bat, beyond.
utilizing momentum to hit the ball with
greater force.
Calculation: Work (W) = force (F) ×
displacement (d) × cos(θ), where θ is the
Lesson 4: Work, Power, and Energy
angle between the force and displacement
vectors.
Work, power, and energy are essential Units: Work is measured in joules (J).
concepts in physics that describe the
relationship between force, motion, and the
ability to do work. This section explores the Types and Characteristics of Work:
definition, types, characteristics, historical
A. Positive Work
context, and examples related to work,
power, and energy, providing a Definition: When the force and
comprehensive understanding of these displacement are in the same direction,
fundamental principles. positive work is done.
B. Negative Work
C. Zero Work
Conservation of Energy:
Energy:
Definition: The principle of conservation of
Definition: Energy is the ability to do work energy states that energy cannot be
or cause a change in an object. created or destroyed, only transferred or
transformed from one form to another.
B. Types of Energy
Characteristics: In a closed system, the
total amount of energy remains constant.
A. Mechanical Systems
Units: Heat is measured in joules (J) or 6. Radiant Energy: The energy carried by
calories (cal). electromagnetic waves, such as light.
A. Types of Energy
Heat Transfer:
1. Thermal Energy: The energy
associated with the motion of particles
within a substance.
A. Electric Charge
Definition: Electric fields are regions
around electric charges where other
Definition: Electric charge is a fundamental charges experience electric forces.
property of matter that can be positive or
Characteristics: Electric fields exert forces
negative.
on electrically charged objects.
A. Electric Current
Magnetism and Magnetic Fields:
A. Magnetism
B. Magnetic Fields
Conclusion:
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