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Life and Living
Cells are tiny building blocks that make up all living organisms. Most cells cannot be
seen with the naked eye and can only be seen using a microscope, i. they are
microscopic. However, there are certain cells in nature that can be seen with the
unaided eye, e.g. the eggs of fish, frogs and birds.
‘Some organisms are made up of a single cell and are called unicellular
‘Amoeba and bacteria. Organisms made up of many cells are
called multi-cellular or macroscopic organisms, e.g. trees, humans, birds
organisms, ©.
and cats.
Unicellular organisms
Cell Structure
‘Mutti-celtular organisms
There are basically two kinds of cells: plant cells and animal cells. Structures within cells are called organelles.
APlant Cell
cell wall
+ Forms the outer covering of a plant
cal,
“+ Made up of caluiose and is non.ving,
+ Very rigid and strong giving support,
cell membrane.
+ Eneloses the contents af he cal
+ Allows certain substances lo enter
‘and entthe call andis thus. semi-
pormeable or selectively permeable
vacuole.
+ Asc within the cal ited with a fut
calles cel sap,
+ Gell sep contains water, cissolved
fead, mineral sals and waste material
+ Provides suppor tothe plant and is @
storage organ.
cytoplasm/cytosol
+ Jolyske subsiance within the col
where many chemical reactions take
place,
+ Contain al the orgenetes ofthe call.
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chloroplast
+ Gontains the green pigment
hloropy
+ Chiorophyl absoras suntight
for photosynthesis.
mitochondrion
“+ Responsible fr the pracess of
cellar respiration
+ During this process foods broken
down to elease energy,
nucleus
Diagram of a Plant Cell
Oairghs eserves
+ Contos al the activites of the cel
Contains DNA (ceoryribonuctoie
acid), whieh caries heraitay
chargelarisies suchas eye colour,
hha eo6ur ana height ONA'S
tnigue fo each person and this
vanaton enables nciiguas win
2 species tobe aiferent.
+ The nucleus is enclosed by a
nuclear membrane.
P|‘An Animal Cell
mitochondrion
cell membrane cytosol
food vacuole.
vacuole
nucleus
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Diagram of an Animal Cell
Differences between Plant and Animal cells
Plant Cell Animal Ceil
1, Has a cel wal Ne callwallpresent. |
2, Has chloroplasts 2. No chloroplaste present
3. Has a gid shave 3. Has a flenble iregular shape.
4. Large vacuole present. 4, Vacuoles are small, temporary
of absent
Cells, Tissues, Organs and Systems
Celis are the building blocks of life.
A group of similar cells working together is called a tissue. All the
cells in a tissue look the same and perform the same function, e.g.
muscle cells are able to contract and bring about movement.
‘A group of diferent tissues working together to carry out a specific
function is known as an organ. The heart, stomach and lungs are
all organs.
Different organs work together to form a body system. The heart,
blood and blood vessels all work together to form the circulatory
system
All body systems together make up a living organism.
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Stem cells are a speciel group of cells that have the ability to develop into ‘numberof diferent organs
different specialised calls, e.g. a slem cell can form heart cells or skin cells.
They are found in the very eatly stages of embryonic development. Adult
bone marrow also contains stem cells. —
system
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‘number of systems
The human body is made up of the following systems that
work together to bring about @ balance in the body:
> The Digestive System
> The Circulatory System
> The Respiratory System
> The Musculoskeletal System
‘organism
> The Excretory System
» The Nervous System
> The Reproductive System.
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2 Al rights reserved Natural Sciences1, The Digestive System
The digestive system breaks down food into small particles (molecules) so that it can be ebsorbed into the
bloodstream and transported throughout the body.
The importance of food
« Tt provides the body with energy.
+ It supplies the body with materials for growth.
+ Has nutrients that repairs and replaces damaged tissue.
+ Protects the body from diseases and infections.
‘The Digestive System is made up of:
4. The Alimentary Canal: which is a long tube extending from the mouth to the anus. itis made up of the
mouth cavity, oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum and anus.
2. The Associated Organs: which assist in the digestion process - the teeth, tongue, liver and pancreas.
‘The following processes occiirin the digestive system.
Ingestion: the taking in of food through the mouth
Mechanical digestion: the physical breakdown of food by the teeth and the muscles of the stomach walls,
Chemical digestion: the breakdown of food using chemical substances called enzymes. In the stomach
hydrochloric acid is also used to breakdown food.
Absorption: the movement of dissolved nutrients from the small intestines into the blood stream.
gestion: the removal of undigested food and waste material from the body, via the anus (defaecation).
Path of food along the alimentary canal
Mouth > Oesophagus —> Stomach —> Small Intestine > Large Intestine —> Rectum—> Anus
The Structure of the Digestive System
mouth cavity
“+ Teoth chew and crush te food.
+ Tongue moves the food inside the ‘oesophagus
snout and es th he al “Lom tbe tha connect ne mouth
+ Tangue ass in swalloning foc. toi stomach
«The muscles inthe walls contact
anv ala, pushing the ooo towards
the siomach.
liver
+ Secrtes bile whic is stored in : ‘stomach
the gal blader. : ih + Muscular sactike organ.
1 Has digasivejlces containing
enzymes and hydrochloric acd
tshich parsly break down food.
+ Parlay gested focd forms a thick
liqus called chymo
gail bladder
+ Siows bil
+ Bile assists in the cigoston of fots
in the smal intestine
pancreas
small intestine : *Tongue-shape structure found
+ Chyme fom he stomach enters smal . eto he stomach,
inatine oe 4 + Seeraes digestive luce ito the
+ Digestive juices socete tho wal ofthe ‘smal intestine which continue
‘small intestine digest chyme into molecules. iy ‘gesting chyms,
then ae thon absorbed Int te 00d
‘ large intestine (colon)
cppendix + Muscular tube that extends from the
nal ifetine to the ans.
rectum + Serves as a temporary storage piace
ce fetinigsed ns hat
+ Egests faeces out ofthe body
The Digestive System
Natural Sciences 9 3A Balanced Diet
‘Abalanced diet is made up of all the essential food groups in sufficient quantities. The following represents the
essential food groups required by the body:
1. Carbohydrates
2. Proteins
3. Fats and oils,
4, Fibre
5, Vitamins and minerals
Carbohysirates
Carbohydrates are the body's main
source of energy. Starch and sugars
‘such as glucose; are examples of
carbohydrates.
souress of carbohydrates.
proteins.
The cells In the body are made up
mostly of proteins. The body needs
proteins to make new cells during
growth and to replace worn out or
Bread, rice, maize and chocolates are || demaged cells.
Fish, meat, eggs end beans are rich in | |sKin act as an insulstor and reduces
Fats and Oils,
Fats (From animals) and oils (fom fish
and plants) are @ rich source of energy.
The body stores fal 2s reserve energy.
Fat Is stored under the skin and around
the heert and kidneys. Fat under the
heat loss from the body.
Cheese, chips and nuts are rich in fat,
wah
Fibre of roughage comes from piant material. Foods that
are high in fre Include bran cereals, sweet com and
Celery. Fibre cannot be digested but itis an important part
(of our diet for the following reasons:
+ It prevents constipation,
+ Absorbs poisonous substances from the digestive
system.
+ High fibre diets reduce the risk of heart disease, bowel
(colon) eancer and decrease cholesterol in the body.
Vitamins and Minerals
‘Vitamins and minerals are needed in very small quantitios|
in our daily diet but are essential for good health.
Deficiency diseases are caused when the body does not
have enough of a particular type of vitamin or mineral, for
‘example, anaemia is caused by a lack of iron. Vitamin C is
essential for preventing colds and "fy; calcium is essential
for the development and maintenance of healthy bones
and teeth,
Fruit, vegetables and cereals are a sich source of vitamins
‘and minerals
Importance of water
Water makes up approximately 70% of our body mass. Water is taken in when food and fluids are consumed.
Water plays an important role in that:
« It provides a medium for chemical reactions to take place in the cells,
+ Itremoves waste material from the body via sweat and urine.
« Itis @ major component of blood, which transports dissolved substances around the body.
‘+ When sweat evaporales it cools the body.
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Natural Sciences !‘}Mainutrition
Malnutrition refers to the harmful effects of eating too little, too much or eating the wrong kinds of food.
‘The table below show some ofthe eating disorders brought about by malnutrition.
Disease Cause ‘Symptoms
i Kiwashiorkor | Too ite protein inthe tet. «Bloated stomach,
Cracked skin
Marasmas — | The most common form of malnutrition, [> Lack of muscie tissue,
‘caused by (0 litle food, -the body | Thin slickelke body.
‘consumes its own tissues for energy.
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| Anorexia Psychological condition where a @ Loss of body mass.
| 5 person refuses to eat « Sterility in young women,
} Obesity Eating too much energy rich foods. |» Increase in body mass.
| 2 High blood pressure, heart disease.
\ 2 Diabetes.
Health issues related to the digestive system
4. Ulcers
Gastric ulcers appear when the inner wall of the stomach becomes damaged. Gastric ulcers may also be
caused by a bacterium which can be treated with antibiotics. Psychological stress and excess acid secretion
may encourage the development of gastric ulcers. <
2. Diarrhoea
Diarthoéa is the frequent passing of watery faeces (stools) which can lead to severe dehydration. Other
symptoms include fever, vomiting and stomach cramps. It can be caused by viral or bacterial infections
(gastroenteritis) and food poisoning, If eft untreated, diarrheca can lead to deat, especially in infants and
small children,
3, Cirrhosis of the liver
Cirrhosis is the scarring of the liver tissue. Scar tissue blocks the normal blaod flow through the liver. Some of
the major causes of cirrhosis of the liver include:
+ Chronic alcoholism.
* Viral infection such as hepatitis B, C and D
+ Fatty liver diseases caused by obesity and diabetes.
Anormal liver Cirrhosis of the liver
Natural Sciences 9 At rights reserved 5The circulatory system transports nutrients and oxygen to all the body cells, and
also transports waste substances away from the cells to the excretory organs,
The circulatory system is made up of the following structures:
* Blood
+ Heart
+ Blood vessels,
Blood
Blood is a fluid tissue and consists of:
+ blood plasma (carries dissolved
nutrients, waste products and gases,
like carbon dioxide)
+ red blood cells (carry oxygen and
‘some carbon dioxide)
+ white blood cells (fight germs)
+ blood platelets (heal wounds by
assisting in clotting)
red blaad
corpuscles
Constituents of blood The circulatory system
The Heart
‘The heart is a muscular organ located in the chest cavity, between the lungs. The muscular walls enable it to
8 a pump and force blood throughout the body.
The heart is divided into four chambers. The two upper chambers, called atria (singular: atrium), receive blood
{rom veins entering the heart. The two lower chambers (ventricles) pump the blood out of the heart via arteries
aorta
+ Largest artery in the bod
superior vena cxva——— * Tampons ongenetd Bod at
* Brings deoxygenated blood anspor ong
{tom upper paris of body. . 7
pulmonary arte left atrium
+ Rangpotsdoongetaed *Coteels axygenated blood fom ings.
right atrium.
* Cotects deonygonated pulmonary veins
boos tam tha Body Bring oxypensie bod rom ings
tricuspid valve vane
+ Proves bactow « * Prevents baton of blood
ofbioos
left ventricle «
: + Has thick muscular wal to pump
right ventricte ‘exygonated bloc teugh the sorta,
+ Pumps deonygenated toallpans ofthe body
blood tounge. . apie
Separaies ft (oxygenated blood) 8 rg
]exygenate bleed) haves of heat
pericardium
* Membrane that encloses and protects
Internal structure of the heart the heert
inferior vena cave-
+ Brings deoxygenated blood
Irom lower pars of body,
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iecsygenaio hood fo | oxygenated biood to all pars of the body
superior vena cava- aorta
‘deoxygenated biodd to lungs deoxygenated blood to unas
left atrium
pulmonary artery: ‘oxygenated bi6od from luros
pulmonary veins
right atrium
t= oxygenaied blood from lungs
‘tricuspid valve- bicuspid valve
left ventricle
right ventricle.
inferior vena cava
deoxygenated blood irom
ower parts of the body” Blood flow through the heart
Blood vessels
Blood vessels are tubes that transport blood o Capileries «Seen angen wae pee
throughout the body. There are three types bhi eabon date tees the
of blood vessels: blood anc body cots,
1 Artery "
+ Cary blood away rom the heart. vai
+ Allanteries, except for the ‘ V}
pulmonary artery. cary . é * Cary blood towards the haat.
‘xygenated blood , + Aliveine, except te pulmaary
‘alps, cary deoxygenated blood.
Typos of blood vessels
Health issues associated with the circulatory system
4. High blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a medical condition where the pressure of the blood in the
arteries is raised, This increases the workload of the heart, which may lead to a heart attack, stroke or organ
damage, e.g. kidney failure. }
2. Heart attack
‘Most heart attacks are caused by a blockage in one of the arteries
that supply blood to the heart muscle. That portion of the heart does
not get sufficient oxygen which may result in permanent muscle
datfiage. Some of the risk factors for heart attacks are smoking,
obesity, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Exercise and a
healthy diet minimise the risk of a heart attack
‘blood vessals supplying
the heat wit blood
3. Stroke
Asstroke is a condition caused by a blockage in the blood flow to the brain or by the bursting of a blood vessel
in the brain. This may also happen because of high blood pressure. A person suffering from a stroke may lose
the ability to speak and may have memory problems. Parts of the body may become paralysed.
Natural Sciences 9 ©Aw rights reserved 7} The respiratory system is responsible for supplying the body with oxygen and removing carbon dioxide. The
{ respiratory system and circulatory system work together to achieve this. Cells use oxygen during cellular
| respiration and produce carbon dioxide as a waste product.
nasal passage-
| + Hairin nosis treat.
Blood vossois warm sit
{neue masts a
epigiottis.
+ Structure that closes
‘pening to trachea when
‘swalowing.
pleura
+ Mertbrane encosing
bd potactg ngs
ribs (rib cage).
{ + Prolects lungs
itercostal muscles:
+ Move ribs o help with
inhalation and extalation
Jung
+ Spongy, cone-shapad organ.
+ Right ung has 3 lobes (sections),
left ung has 2 lobes.
I diaphragm
+ Msc on wih une ek
{When raised ai foree oi exhalation)
2 Wen lowered alrushes in (rslaton).
larynx
«Ais known a8 vies box
1 Has vocal cord wnich ere
cine wen sir forced trough
tom
C-shaped cartilaginous ring
+ Serves to keep trachea opon (as
rotealanse)
+ us or expansion of
‘esophagus whan swallowing
trachea
+ Passage for air into and aut of
Jungs.
+ Has C-shaped carilage rings,
os Secrotes mucus which taps dust
+ Gia crve out dustladen mucus,
bronchus
* Allows airin and out af each lung
bronchiole
+ Small tubs leading oir sacs,
(alveat.
‘alyeolus
*Cup-shaped pouch
+ SurTounted by network of
pllares
+ Sile of gaseous exchange,
The Respiratory System
Difference between Breathing, Gaseous Exchange and Cellular Respiration
Breathing
i Breathing is a physical process involving:
Inhalation which occurs when air taken into the
lungs. The diaphragm contracts and lations; the
intercostal muscles contract causing the chest to
‘expand. Air rushes into the lung.
Exhatation which occurs when alr is removed from
the lungs. The diaphragm relaxes and bulges
upwards; the intercostal muscles relax, squeezing
the lungs. The chest retums to its normal size.
Inhalation
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Neural Sciences 9Gaseous Exchange
Gaseous exchange occurs at two places in the body.
«In the lungs, oxygen diffuses from the alveoli into the blood and carbon dioxide diffuses from the blood
into the alveoli
+ In the body tissues, oxygen diffuses from the blood into the cells and carbon dioxide diffuses from the
galls into the blood.
Gaseous exchange at the tissue level
of Gas exchange in the lungs
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Cellular Respiration
Cellular respiration is a chemical process that occurs in the mitochondria
‘and involves the breakdown of food to release energy.
During the process oxygen is used and carbon dioxide is released as a
by product. The energy that is released is used for other processes in
the body.
Health issues associated with the respiratory system
4. Asthma
Asthma is caused by the cor
inthe lung, Breathing bécomes difficull because alr ~
‘cannot effer and exit the iungs freely. Asthma symptoms
include severe coughing, wheezing and chest tightness.
Normal bronchiole Asthmatic bronchiole
2. Bronchitis -tis means infamation)
Bronchitis is caused by exposure to infectious micro-organisms or air
pollution. This results in the build up of mucus in the bronchioles. The mucus
prevents the free movement of air into the lungs and breathing becomes
difficult,
mucus
3. Asbestosis 4, Cancer of the lungs
Asbestosis is a lung disease that arises from breathing _Smokingyis one of the main causes of cancer of
in asbestos fibres, This causes severe chest pain, the lung. Tumours develop in the lung tissue
coughing, and shortness of breath, Asbestos mine which bldck the movement of air into and out of
workers frequently suffer from asbestosis. the lungs.
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: ‘The musculo-skeletal system is made up of muscles, bones, cartilage, tendons and ligaments. Connective tissu
t binds the different components together.
‘The muscuo-skeletal system Is made up of two distinct systems: the muscular system and the skeletal system,
Muscular System ‘Skeletal System
Functions of the musculo-skeletal syster
«+ The skeleton provides a framework for holding the body upright (support).
+ The skeleton and muscles work together to maintain body posture.
j + The skeleton and muscles work together to bring about movement.
+ Protect vital organs: (refer diagram)
‘Skull protects the brain,
D
| Rib cage protects the
| heart and lungs.
‘Abdominal muscles protect
! Pelvis protects parts of the fs eee
urinary and reproductive
systoms.
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10 OAK rignis reserves Natural Science.| Structures associated with the musculo-skeletal system
| Ajoint is a place where two or more bones meet. A joint allows for the different
jssue | types of movement in the body. Examples of joints in the body: elbow joint, knee
| ioint, hip joint, neck joint, shoulder joint.
| Asoft and floxible type of tissue called cartilage is found at the ends of the
{vone. Cartage prevents bones fom rubbing against eat other, Le prevents
friction,
| Ligaments are flexible structures thal join bone to bone, preventing dislocation
fata joint.
| Tendons connect muscle to bone, enabling the bones fo move. When muscles
| contract, they move the bones which are attached at the joint and this brings
| about movement.
tendons
Akneo joint
Friceps (relaxed)
load
: fulcrum
i (elbow joins)
The arm as a 3rd class lever
| ust ofthe upperarm
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|Health issues that affect the musculo-skeletal system
11. Rickets 3, Osteoporosis (ostaa means tone)
| Rickels is a disorder of the skeleton * Osteoporosis is a condition which is caused by a
| caused by a deficiency of vitamin D, | = decrease in the bone density. The bones lose their
| calelum, phosphonis ora lack of strength and become fragile. This results in frequent
| exposure to sunlight. Rickets results fractures (breaks) of the bones. Osteoporosis is
| inthe softening and weakening of ‘common in elderly women.
| the bones. Bones tend to bend,
“Teading to a child being bow-legged
‘or knock-kneed. It tends to affect
children 8-24 months of age.
4. Fractures
A fracture is a partial or
complete break in the bone.
Fractures are due lo extreme
forces being exerted on the
4 2. Arthritis (artiro means faint, tts means inflamatlon)
Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints in
| the body. Symptoms of arthritis include severe pain
and limited function of the joints.
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Normaljoints _Arthritic joints
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bone. They can be caused by
direct blows, twisting injuries
or falls.
Xray of a fractured
thigh bone
il“The chemical reactions that take place in the body produce a variety of waste products such as CO,, ures, uric
acid and ammonia, The accumulation of these waste products within the calls would prevent the normal
functioning of the body. Excretion is the removal of waste material from the body. Several organs are
responsible for excretion:
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Excretes: Sweat which contains ‘some water in the form of wator urea, uric acid, ammonia, excess
The Urinary System
‘The urinary system is made up of the two kidneys, two ureters, bladder, urethra and the blood vessels. The main
functions of the urinary system are to remove waste from the blood and to regulate the composition of body
fl fluids,
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urea, exc0ss salts and water. vapour. falls and water
orte.
+ Carias blood avray from the heart
to the lower regions of the body.
renal artery
inferior vena cava: + Carries bioad, with wastes,
+ Caries blood back to tne heat. to the icneys.
right kidney-
« Fiters blood by removing
wastes and forms wine
renal vein
+ Caries blood, res of wastes,
away from the kidneys
SS
“Caries urna fom the
kidneys to the bladder
renal capsule
* Mambrane thal encioses
‘nd proteets wach Nanay
bladder
+ Slores rin,
urethra
+ Tube allowing urine to pass
‘ut ofthe body.
The Urinary System
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Functioning of the kidney
+ Blood in the renal artery, although oxygenated, has wastes produced by the cells of the body.
+ Blood enters the kidney where specialised structures remove dissolved substances (filtration), from the blood
to form a filtrate.
+ Useful substances then diffuse from the ftrate back into the blood (reabsorption).
+ The wastes that are dissolved in the excess water form urine, which is sent along the ureter to the bladder,
where itis temporarily stored and eventually eliminated during urination,
+ Blood, with its wastes removed, is sent through the renal vein to the inferior vena cava. The renal ve
deoxygenated blood (having supplied the kidney with oxygen and removed carbon dioxide).
cai
Specialised structures within the Hanoy
Blood, containing waste » file cut Sesloved eubstances
products, enters the kidney (Girton).
rough the renal arary. » reabsorb useful substances
{teabsorpiion).
5 » send wastes, excess salts and
[Biood, with ts wastes removed [sceodeabeaadonnel
ows back tough the renal
vein tothe hear.
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[Wastes (urea, ue acid, ammon:
salts) disolved in water, frm urine, which
is sant down the ureter to tha bladder,
Functioning of the kidney
Health issues associated with the urinary system
1. Kidney stones
Kidney stones form from salts which are present in the urine, The salts
crystalise, forming “stones”, which can grow with time and cause @ blockage
of the ureter.
Kidney stones can be removed through surgery or broken down into fine
particles by laser treatment
Kidney with stone
(receiving laser treatment)
2. Kidney infections
Kidney infections are generally caused by bacteria. Bacterial infections start in the bladder and spread to the
kidneys. Kidney and bladder infections can be treated with antibiotics.
3. Kidney failure
Kidney failure results when the kidneys can no longer remove waste material from the blood. Kidney failure can
result in death. Kidney dialysis is a treatment given to patients with kidney fallure. During this treatment a dialysis
‘machine is used to remove waste material from the blood.
Natural Sciences 9 ©Alrighs reserved 13Brain; mass of soft ssue that is
protested by the skull and by three
membranes, or meninges, that
‘Surround ta bean.
The nervous system is a complex system that co-
ordinates the different activities of the body and
enables the body to interact with its environment.
The nervous system is made up two parts:
4. Central Nervous System (CNS): which is
made up of the brain and the spinal cord.
2, Peripheral Nervous System (PNS):
comprises all the nerves that connect the
brain and spinal cord to the rest of the
body.
ens
Spinal cord: long, cynical
structure that extend from tho base]
ofthe brain dawn the back thraugh
® canal nthe vertsoral column,
non of nerves coma he le
2
: 2
brain and spinal cord o all parts of
the bouy,
The Nervous System
‘Sense Organs and Stimuli
‘The nervous system enables humans to detect changes in their surroundings and react to them. Changes in the
environment are called stimuli and these stimuli are picked up by special nerve cells called receptors. These
receptors are located in the sense organs.
Nose Tongue ‘Skin
Taste “Taueh, pressure, pala
Sight Hearing and balance ‘Smell (sweet, salty, bitter, sour)| | and temperature (heat)
Health issues associated with the nervous system
1. Deatness
Deafness, or impaired hearing, is a partial or complete loss of hearing. Damage to the receptor cells in the ear,
disease of infections can lead to hearing loss. When a person is deaf, messages from the ear cannot reach the
brain for interpretation.
2. Blindness
‘The eye has special nerves to send messages to the brain, so that the brain can process and recognise what is
being seen. If hese messages do not reach the brain a person may be visually impaired, or blind
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3, Short-sightedness and far-sightedness
When light enters the eye, an image is formed at the back of the eye which is interpreted by the brain, When this
image falls short of the back of the eye, the brain cannot interpret the image clearly and blurring accurs.
Ifthe image falls beyond the back of the eye, blurring also occurs, resulting in far- of long-sightedness.
Both short-sightedness and long-sightedness can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses or surgery.
front
Image sharply Image in fogs
bured image
image in focus
4 Ipeyend back oe
Normal vision Short-sightedness Far-sightedness a 7
4. Effects of aleohol on the Central Nervous System (CNS)
Alcohol is a drug which affects the nervous system. Alcohol can cause:
+ difficulty in walking
+ blurred vision
« slurred speech
‘slow reaction times
+ impaired memory
‘= impaired judgement.
Drinking large amounts of alcohol for long periods of time can lead to serious and permanent damage to the
brain.
5, Effect of drugs on the central nervous system
Drugs can be classified according to the effect that they have on the central nervous system. The brain Is the
major part of the central nervous system and this is where drugs have their main effect.
Table showing common drugs and thelr effect on the Central Nervous System
Drug Effect
Dagga afiects the blood supply to the brain and results in decreased
Pagga | concentration, memory loss and impaired judgement.
Heroin is one of the most addictive and deadliest of crug, In the
Heroin | brain, heroin changes to morphine which creates a feeling of
‘euphoria (happiness). Heroin addiction results in mental retardation
Ecstasy (the party drug), speeds up activity in the nervous system.
Ecstasy | Users stay awake and are full of eneray for along time. The drug
damages nerve and brain cells.
‘Also knawn as crystal meth, tk gives a person a feeling of increased
Tk ‘energy, but in the process damages the brain cells. Long term use of|
{ik results in memory loss and tremors (‘shaking hands’)
Natural Sciences 9 Ar rights reservedReproduction takes place so that species do not become extinct. The main function of the reproductive system
is to produce male and female sex calls called gametes.
the stage in the life cycle when a boy or a girl becomes sexually mature, i. they are able to
reproduce. Puberty usually occurs between ages 10 and 14 for girls and ages 12 and 16 for boys. During
puberty, chemicals substances called hormones are released into the blood, which cause physical changes to
the body.
Structure of the male reproductive system
‘The function of the male reproductive system is to:
+ Produce male sex cells called sperm cells
«+ Ensure that the sperm cells are successfully transferred into the female body.
‘+ Produce the male sex hormone called testosterone which is responsible for male characteristics such as
facial hair, pubic hair and deepening of the voice.
bladder + stores urna
rectum
penis ‘
+ Used to transfar sperm
into the vagina. i
urethra:
+ Tube through which
sperm or urine passes.
serotun $$
+ Sactike etrucure
that protects testes.
sperm duct + Corres sperm away
from the testes.
‘testis - Produces sperm cals,
+ Produces the homrane
testerone.
The Male Reproductive System
tal
“for swimming
‘The male gamete (sperm)
The male sex call is called a sperm cell or spermatozoon,
Spermatozoa are formed in the testes. When sperm is being
transferred into the female, they travel through the sperm duct,
and mix with nutrients and fluid along the way. The resultant
mixture Is called semen. Sperm cells have a long tail which
has a whip-ike action that enables them to swim, The head of
the sperm cell contains all the genetic information of the father
which will be passed on to the offspring.
heed
* carries genetic information
A spermatozoon
Structure of the female reproductive system
The function of the female reproductive system is to:
+ Produce female sex cells called egg cells or ova (singular: ovum).
« Release female sex hormones (oestrogen and progesterone). Oestrogen is responsible for female
characteristics suct’as menstruation, breast development and pubic hair. Progesterone maintains the
period of pregnancy.
« Protect and nourishes the fertilised egg until the baby is fully developed during pregnancy.
16 args reserved Natural Sciences 9oviduct
(Gallopicn tube)
* Tube afowing avum to
‘move from ovary 10.
Utes.
uterus
+ Made up ofa muscular
wall
+ Enirance tothe & e «+ Site far aragnancy,
uterus.
vagina,
+ Receives sperm fom the
mate.
+ Aigo hnown asthe bith
canal
The Female Reproductive System
The female gamete (egg cell/ovum)
‘The egg cell or ovum is produced in the ovaries. One ovum is released once every 28 days and this process is
calied ovulation. The ovum carries all the genetic information of the mother which will be passed to the offspring
if fertilisation occurs.
Menstruation
‘Toward the end of puberty, gitls begin to release eggs as part of a monthly period called the menstrual cycle.
Approximately once a month, during ovulation, an ovary sends an ovum into one of the fallopian tubes. During
this time the walls of the uterus thicken in preparation for pregnancy. If the egg is not ferilised it disintegrates
and together with the inner lining of the uterus wall, leaves through the vagina. This process is called
menstruation. Menstruation in most women lasts from 3 to 5 days.
Fertilisation
During sexual intercourse (copulation) the male places his erect penis inside the vagina. Semen is then
released into the vagina, this is called ejaculation. The sperm cells swim up the vagina, through the uterus,
towards the oviduct or fallopian tube. If there is an egg in the oviduct, a sperm cell will fuse (join) with it and
fertilise the egg. Fertilisation is the first stage of pregnancy.
Pregnancy (Gestation)
A fertilised egg cell is called a zygote. It contains the genetic information
of both parents. The zygote undergoes continuous cell division to form a
ball of calls called the embryo. The embryo moves towards the uterus
and becomes attached to the uterus wall, this process is called
implantation. The embryo develops into a foetus and remains in the
uterus for 40 weeks where it develops into a baby, this is called the
period of pregnancy. The embryo gets all its nutrients from the mother
through the placenta and the umbilical cord. The placenta allows oxygen
and nutrients from the mother’s biood to diffuse into the embryo's blood
supply. Waste material from the baby is removed through the umbilical
cord and diffuses back into the mother's blood via the placenta.
Contraception
Contraception refers to the different methods of preventing a sperm cell from fertilising an egg cell. Pregnancy
can be prevented by using contraceptives like the condom or the pill. Condoms also prevent the transmission of
HIVIAIDS and other STDs (sexually transmitted ciseases).
Health issues affecting the reproductive system
41. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
ASTD is any infection or disease that is passed from one individual to another during sexual intercourse. There
are many STDs including AIDS/HIV, gonorthoea, syphilis and herpes. Some STDs can result in the person
becoming infertile, which means that the infected individual cannot have a baby.
2, Foetal alcohol syndrome
Fostal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is a disorder in children that is due to the mother consuming alcohol during her
pregnancy. The child shows characteristic fecal, limb and heart abnormalities. The development ofthe foetus is
delayed and mental retardation is common,
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Question 1
Provide the correct term for each of the following :
The smallest, structural and functional unit of the body.
olls that cannot be seen with the naked eye.
ells that can be seen with the naked eye.
Organisms that are made up of one cell only.
‘Outermost layer of a plant cel
Outermost layer of an animal cel.
Organelle within plant cells that contains cell sap.
Jelly-ike part ofthe cell that contains all the organelles
ff the col.
9. Organetle that controls all the activities ofthe cel.
10. Chlorophyl-containing organelle in plant cells.
111. Organelle responsible for the process of cellular
respiration,
12. A group of similar cells which together perform the
‘same function,
13, A group of diferent tissues working together to carry out
fa specie function.
14. group of different organs which work together make
upa
415. Asspecial group of cells that have the ability io develop
into different specialised cells.
(18)
‘Question 2
‘Study the olagram below and then answer the questions
that fli
Is the above cella plant cell or animal cell? Provide:
TWO OBSERVABLE reasons for your answer. (3)
2. Provide labels for A to F. 6)
3. List ONE function ofthe part labelled
aA
bye
oF 6)
4, Write down the LETTER of the part that:
a) Stores water end dissoived nutrients
b) stores food
Question 1
Name the part that is used to:
4, luminate the specimen.
2. hold slide on the stage.
3. magnify specimen being studied.
4. control light intensity.
5. hold the eyepiece.
6. place the slide to be viewed
7. bring specimen into focus.
8. hold when carrying the microscope when
9. concentrate light onto specimen,
10, bring specimen sharply into focus. (10)
Question 2
Calculate the magnification of an onion cell f the eyepiece
has a magnification of 10 and the objective, a magnification
of 20. @
Question 3
1. Provide labels for the paris labelled A to L. (12)
c) contains DNA 6)
5, Tell 4 sflerencesbebeon pla as nd anna
cells. (8)
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Provide the correct term for each of the following
1. The taking in of food through the mouth.
2. The physical breakdown of food by the teeth and the
muscies of the stomach walls.
3. The breakdown of food by enzymes,
4. The movement of dissolved nutrients from the small
Intestines into the bloodstream.
5. The removal of undigested waste from the alimentary
canal
6. Opening to the alimentary canal
7. Structure within the mouth that mixes food with salva.
8, Structure within the moath that assists in the swallowing
of food,
8. Organ of the digestive system that secretes bile
40. Structure that stores bile.
7. Part of the digestive system where final digestion and
absorption of food takes place.
42, Long lube that connects the mouth to the stomach,
419. Muscular, sac-ike organ containing chyme,
14, Organ of digestive system that contains hydrochloric
acid,
18. Part of digestive system with acidic pH.
16. Liver secretion that assists In the digestion of fat.
17. Leaf-shaped organ found behind the stomach.
18, Partially digested food in a semi-solid form in the
stomach.
19, Opening through which undigested waste leaves the
body,
20. Muscular tube that extends from the small intestine to
the anus,
24. Structure that serves as a temporary storage place for
undigested waste,
22. Foods that are the body's main source of energy.
23. Indigestibie material found in plant cell walls that
prevent constipation,
24, Foods that are required by the body to assist with repair
of damaged or worn out calls,
_25.Foods that act as a reserve energy source.
26. condition that results when's balanced diet is not
followed,
27. Disease caused from a diet consisting of energy rich
foods.
28. Disease that results from a diet rich in carbohydrates
‘but lacking in protein.
29, Disease characterised by 2 lack of muscle tissue and
thin stick-ike body.
20. Scarring ofthe liver issue as a result of consuming too
‘much aleoho!
(39)
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Study the structure of the human digostive system then
‘answer the questions that follow:
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1. Provice labels tor Ato K. a)
2 Write down ONE function of the part labelled
a)
be
oA
aE 8)
3, Provide the LETTER of the part that:
a) contains hydrochloric acid
b) serves as a temporary storage place for undigested
waste
©) stores bile
4) aids in swallowing
fe) Serves no function in the digestive system (5)
4, Sludy the table bolow. Write dawn the letters a to nin
your answer book and next to each letter write down the
correct answer, Ca)
[orem] —swuPTows CARE
von ety and
(=) [sores su ®
@ @ Tiree
[Diarrhoea (e) o
(9) [increase in body mass. (h)
Sos and excss
0 o lecetons
ithe ter 0
(i) |tackof muscle issue. o
5. List tivo teasons why water Is essential in our bodies. (2)
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Provide the correct term for each of the folowing :
1, Thin.walled blood vessels that allow diffusion to take
+ place.
2. Vessels that transport oxygenated blood from the lungs
to the heart.
‘A medical condition where blood pressure is above
normal fis
. Vessel that carries oxygenated biood out of the heart.
‘Vessels that transport deoxygenated blood from the
heart to the lungs.
Valve between the left atrium and left ventricle.
Vessel that transports deoxygenated blood from the
upper paris ofthe body to the heart.
8., Chamber that receives oxygenated blood from the
lungs.
[9. Lower chambers of the heart.
10. Valve batween the right atrium and right ventricle,
11. Membrane that encloses the heart.
_-A2. Upper chambers of heart.
43, Pumps deoxygenated biood to the lungs.
14, Vessel that transports deoxygenated blood from lower
pars of the body to the heart
415, Liquid part ofthe blood that carries dissolved nutrients
‘and carbon dioxide.
16, Wall that separates left and right halves of the heart,
17. Blood cells that carry moslly oxygen and some carbon
dioxide.
418, Largest artery in the body.
219. Blood cells that fight germs.
20. Chamber that receives deoxygenated blood from the
body.
0)
‘Question 2
‘The diagram below shows the intemal structure of the
human heart. Study the diagram and then fi in the labels
from Ato M. (13)
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Complete ve lable alow by wing tre correct answer in
your answer book ©
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Stroke (a) (e)
Siecure oft boadin
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Blockage w one of the
actories that supply blood to]
Ihe heart muscle
(C) 0
Question 1
Provide the correct term for each of the fllowing
1. Structure thet closes the opening tothe trachea when
swallowing.
2. Scientific name for the voice box.
3, Membrane enciosing and protecting the lungs.
4.
Dome-shaped muscle that separates the chest cavity
from the abdominal cavity
5. Cup-shaped air sac.
®)
Question 2
Study the diagram of the human respiratory system below
and provide labels for Ata L. (12)
Question 3
Explain the following terms:
a) breathing
bb) gaseous exchange
©) cellular respiration ©)
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Question 4
Provide the correct termn for each of the follawing
1. Aplace where two or more bones meet.
2. Sof, flexible tissue found at the ends of bones that
Prevent friction
‘Afiexible type of issue that connects muscle to bone.
Muscle in the upper arm that raises the lower arm when
itcontracts,
5. Flexible structures that join bone to bone preventing
dislocation.
‘6. Muscle in the upper arm that pulls the tower arm away
from the body when it contracts.
©
Question 2
(One of the functions of the musculo-skeletal system is to
protect vital organs. Complete the table below by filing in
the missing information, Write the correct answers in your
‘answer book @)
‘STRUCTURE ORGANS PROTECTED
Skul @)
ibcage (
@ intestines
Pavia ‘a
‘Question 4
Provide the correct term for each of the following:
The removal of waste products from the body.
‘Membrane that encloses and protects each kidney.
Vessel that carries blood with wastes to the kidney.
‘Tube that carries urine from the Kidneys to the bladder.
Vessel that carries blood free of wastes away from the
kidneys.
‘Tube that allows urine to pass out ofthe body.
‘Structure that stores urine temporal
eaene
”
‘Question 2
‘Study the diagram of the human urinary system then
answer the questions that follow:
1. Provide labels for Ato ®
2. List the functions of structures labelled
aA
bc
9D
a6
e). (19)
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‘Question 3
Write down the LETTER of the structure that:
a) stores urine temporarily
b) carties blood back to the heart
©) encloses and protects the kidney
4) allows urine to flow out of the body
©} carries blood away from the kidnay 6
Question 1
Provide the correct term for each af the following:
4. Nervous system which is made up of the brain and
spinal cord.
2. Mass of tissue protected by the meninges and skull
3. Long, cylindrical structure that extends from the base of
the brain and down the back
4, Nervous system comprising all the nerves that connect
the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body.
“
Question 2
Complete the table below by wrting the correct answers in
your answer book 6)
SENSE ORGAN FUNCTION
Eye (@)
©) Hoang an balance
Nese @
Skin @
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Provide the correct term for each ofthe folowing :
4. Stage inthe life cycle of @ person when they become
_ sextaly mature
2." Male sex colts
Siructue that produces mle sex cll.
Chemical substances which cause physical changes in
the body,
. Tube thet carries sperm away fom the testes.
‘Siruelure in femalos that receives sperm from the male,
7. Hormane responsibi fr mle secondary sexual
charactors.
8, Tube in which fertisaton occurs.
9, Sacclke structure that protects the testes,
40. Structure that produces ova.
“Tbe Hough which sperm of ine passes fo the
cutside of the body.
12. The female gamete.
13. Structure that houses the growing embryo.
+4, Hormone responsibe for female secondary sexual
characteris,
415, The breakdown and release of the lining ofthe uterus
wall through the vagina
16.Fusion ofthe egg cell withthe sperm cel
47. Aferiised egg
48. Attachment ofthe embryo tothe uterus wal
19. Structure that allows nutrients and oxygen to difuse
{rom mother's blood into the embryo's blood”
20. Structure that attaches embryo to the uterus wall.
(21. The period from fertlisation until birth.
7%, Hormone that maintains the period of pregnancy.
23, Different methods of preventing pregnancy.
24. disease or infection that Is passed from one individual
to another during sexual intercourse.
25, A disorder In children that is due to the mother
‘consuming alcohol during her pregnancy.
(25)
Question 2
4. Name THREE secondary sexual characteristics in
a) males 3)
b) females: @)
2, What Is the first sign of sexual maturity in:
a) males a
b) females a
3, The statements below refer to different methods of
Question 3
Tho diagram below shows the intemal structure of the male
reproductive system. 3)
1. Provide labels for Ato G. ”
2, List functions for parts labolied
aya
b) F
2S 6)
3. Write down the LETTER of the part that:
1) produces sperm
b) carries sperm away from the testes
€) that protects the testes. 6)
Question 4
‘The diagram below shows the nterel structure of the
female reproductive system. (13)
contraception, Match the stalements in Column t with | + Provide labe's for Ato E. ©
‘he terms in Column 2. ;
Set — 2 isto or pate ble
7: Raber sheath placed over the pais | A. Veseciomy DD ®
2, Gral mediation a prevent nian | 8. Wale condom
3, Culing and yng ofthe ovducls | C.Tubeigaion | | 2, Wre down the LETTER of the par thet:
4 Citing and ving af he vs deferens |B. Hysterectomy 2s a tube in which the ovum travels tothe uterus
5. Remaval of the uterus and Fallopian | E. Contraceptive b) praduces ova
tubes ot 6} also known as the bith canal @
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2 Matter
The Atom
All matter is made up of tiny particles called atoms. Atoms themselves are made up of the basic (sub-atomic)
particles, namel
* protons (positive charge) carbon dioxide Wor sqvaion
=
a Product
C + O, > CO, vam cu
tatomot “5 4 molecule ire ‘A molecule of
Co WD CO
Reactants
SEUENDESEEEEIGEEEESETEISEDT=E( | ‘Product
2H, + O, - 2H,0
amolecues "4 motecule anal 2molecules Le
So WD K&
B. Balancing Equations
A balanced equation is an equation in which the total number of each kind of atom on the reactants side (left
side) is equal to the total number of each kind of atom on the products side (right hand side).
Example:
2H, + O, > 2H,0
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Natural Sciences 9 ©Alirehisresowved 27Steps to follow in balancing an equation
Example
Balance the following equation:
H, + O, > HO
1, Make sure that the chemical formula for each substance is written correctly.
You cannot change the chemical formula of either the reactants or the products. All you are required to
dois to change the coefficients, if necessary, of each of the reactants and products. The coefficient of each of
the reactants and products in the unbalanced equation is 1
2. Choose one element on the reactants side (left) and count the total number of atoms of that element on the
reactants side; do the same for that element on the product side (right).
Hydrogen: there are two atoms on the reactants side (left) and two atoms on the product side (right). The
hydrogen appeers to be balanced (this may change Tater). ~
3. Choose the next element on the reactants side and count the total
reactants side; do the Same for that element on the product side.
‘Oxygen: there are two atoms on the left and only 1 on the right. Since we cannot change the chemical
formula ofa-compound, we then place the coefficient 2 in front of HO, which will now read 2H,0, giving a
total of 2 oxygen atoms. Oxygen is balanced. oa
H, + O, > 2H,O
4. You must go back to the first element and check again (i.e. belance) just in case by changing the coefficient
of oxygen the number of atoms of hydrogen has changed.
‘We now have 2 hydrogen atoms on the left and 4 hydrogen atoms on the right - not balanced. Now we
change the coefficient of the hydrogen on the left io 2. The hydrogens ere now balanced.
2H, + O, > 2H,O
5. The last, but very important step: Check that each element is balanced by counting the number of each
element on the reactants side as well as the product side.
Left has 4 hydrogen atoms; right has 4 hydrogen atoms - hydrogens are balanced.
Left has 2 oxygen atoms; right has 2 oxygen atoms - oxygens are balanced.
‘The equation is now balanced. If you follow these steps you will balance equations correctly evert time,
| Another example:
Al+O; > ALO,
Balance Al: 1 onthe lf ane 2 on the right - not balanced. Balance
by adding coefficient 2 in front of Al on the left. Af now baanced. 2Al+0, > ALO,
Balance O: 2 on the left and 3 on the right. Add coatfciant 2 to the
right, giving a total of 6 oxygens) on the right ie 2x3. (You cannot 2A1+0, > 2Al,0,
use fractions as coefficients.)
|| We now have 6 O on the right but 2 0 on the left... add coefficient 2A1+30, > 2A\,0,
30 O.on the let, giving 6 © on tho loft and right,
Problem i: we now have 4 Al onthe right but only 2 onthe ff
Change the coefficient for Al from 2 to 4, 4A\+0; - 2A1,0,
Check Al again: 4 onthe left and 4 on the right (2 x 2). aoe Ae
Check All and © once more,
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| More examples
copper + oxygen -> copper oxide
Cu+0, + CuO
| Balance Cus t on theleftand 1 onthe ight, Cuappoarstobe balanced, Cut, + Cud |
i Balance O: 2 on the loft and only 1 (on the right. Add coefficient 2to the
Fight, giving @ total of 2 oxygens) on the right. (You cannot use frections Cu+O, + 2Cu0
as coefficients.) Oxygens appear to be balanced,
2Cu+O, -» 2Cud
Check Cu again: 1 on the lef but 2 on the right Add coofclent 2 to Cu
on the et
Check Cu and © once more. 2Cu+0, + 2Cu0
e
Iron + oxygen iron oxide (rust)
Fe + 0, > Fe,0,
| Balance Fe: {on the laff and 2on the right. Add coeficient 2totheleR © Fe + O, > Fe,O,
Fe, giving a total of2 Fe on the lent
| Balance 0: 2 on the let but 3on the right Add coeficiont to the right, 2Fe + O, > Fe,0,
| hen a fal 28 oxygens) on th, You cant ue econ 2s
Coefficients.) Add coeficient 3 on the let, giving a total of 6 oxygens on
the left. Oxygens appear to be balanced. 2Fe + 30, + 2Fe,0,
(Check Fa again: 2 on the left but 4 on the right. Change coefficient 04 4Fe + 30, -» 2Fe,0.
con the left. A Os
‘check Fe and © once mers. 4Fe + 30, > 2Fe,0,
magnesium + oxygen > magnesium oxide
Mg + 0, + MgO
Balance Mg: 1 on the feft and 1 on the right. Mg appears tobe balanced. = Mg +O, -» MgO | —
Balances O: 2 on the left and only 4 on the right. Add ooeffcient 2 to the
Fight, giving @ total of 2 oxygens) on the right. Oxygens appear to be Mg +O, -» 2MgO
balanced,
/ Check Mg again: 2 on the right but only 1 on the left. Add coefficient 2t0 = Mg +
Mg on the left. ‘Mg 0, — .2MgO
Check Mg and 0 once more 2Mg + 0, + 2MgO
Natural Sciences 9 ©aringhts reserved 29Some metals react with oxygen during combustion (burning). A burning process means that energy is released
during a the reaction. When a metal reacts with oxygen a metal oxide is produced. Solutions of metal oxides
tend to be basic (high pH}.
The general equation for this type of reaction:
Metal + Oxygen — Metal oxide
Reaction of Magnesium (Mg) with Oxygen
Magnesium ribban bums in oxygen with a blinding white light to produce a white powder (magnesium oxide).
‘The white powdet dissolves in water forming an alkaline solution,
Y magnesium + oxygen — magnesium oxide word equation
Mg+ 0, + MgO Unbalanced chemicel equation
2Mg+ O, + 2MgO Balanced chemical equation
Reaction of Iron (Fe) with Oxygen
xron filings or ste! wool bums in oxygen (the oxygen part of alr) with a bright yellow lame and produces sparks.
‘Ablack solid substance (iron oxide) is produced.
Iron + oxygen > iron oxide Word equation
Fe + O, > Fe,0, Unbalanced chemical equation
4Fe + 30, > 2Fe,0, Bolanced chemical equation
Formation of Rust
When certain metals react with oxygen in the presence of moisture they corrode. Corrosion results in the metal
becoming metal oxide which does not have the strength of the metal. The metal oxide resulls in the metal
becoming weak and brittle. The corrosion of iron and steel (steel which consists mostly of iron) is called rusting
due to the red-brown substance called rust on the surface of the metal. Modem construction uses equipment
and structures made of stee! that can rust and weaken them. Measures have to be taken to prevent them from
rusting.
Ways to prevent rusting
‘+ Iron and steel can be painted to keep away
‘oxygen and moisture,
+ Iron and ste! can be coated with a thin layer of
chromium or zine (metals which do not rust),This|
is done by an electroplating technique which is a
form of electrolysis. The "tin" roof as shown in the
picture alongside is really iron coated with zinc.
(Once the zinc is removed the exposed iron rusts.
‘* Moving parts on machines can be protectad by
water repellent oil or a grease layer.
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:‘When non-metals burn in excess oxygen, non-metal oxides are formed. Non-metal oxides tend to be acidic
(low pH).
The general equation for this reaction is:
Non-metal + Oxygen -— Non-metal oxide
=
Reaction of Carbon (C) with Oxygen
‘When carbon (charcoal is mainly carbon) burns in oxygen it burns with a bright luminous yellow flame.
¥ carbon + oxygen — carbon dioxide Word equation
c + 0, > CO, Balanced chemical equation
Goal (carbon) burning in air (oxygen)
Reaction of Sulfur (S) with Oxygen
When sulfur burns in oxygen it burns with a blue flame. The product formed
(sulfur dioxide) has a characteristic choking smell
‘Sulfur ’
‘Sulfur burning
sulfur + oxygen — sulfur dioxide wou equation
S +0, > SO, Baloncod chemical equation
Natural Sciences 9 * At rights reserved 31Some chemicals may be divided in two categories, acids and
bases.
Bases
Properties Pr
+ Sour taste,
+ Feels rough.
+ Tums blue litmus red.
+ Has a pH value of <7
« Usually has hydrogen (H) in front ofits
f chemical formula
y
Examples
+ Hydrochloric acid (HC!)
* Sulphuric acid (H,SO,) - also known as
battery acid.
+ Nitric acid (HNO,)
+= Acetic acid (vinegar)
+ Citric acid (in citrus fruits)
Examples
roperties
+ Bitter taste.
+ Feels smoothisoapy.
+ Tums red litmus blue.
+ Has a pH value of > 7
+ May have hydroxide (OH) at the end of its
chemical formula.
+ Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) - caustic soda
(Grain cleaner)
+ Calelum hydroxide (Ca(OH),)- lime
‘+ Ammonium hydroxide (NH,OH) - kitchen
leaner.
‘+ Sodium bicarbonate (Na,CO,) - bicarb.
pH Scale
Substancas with a pH <7 are acidic; substances with @ pH >
The pH scale is a set of numbers rangiig from 0 to 14 that indicates how acidic or basic @ substance is.
7 are basic. Ifa substance in neither acidic nor
basic then itis said to be neutral and has a pH of 7, e.g. pure water.
The pH scale
Indicators
solution or test papers, A colour specific change occurs when
indicators can also show the strength of an acid or base.
Examples of indicators
+ Indicators in solution: universal solution, bromothymol
blue, methyl orange, phenolphthalein.
+ Paper indicators: universal paper, red litmus, biue litmus.
+ Natural indicators: red cabbage juice, black tea, tumeric
water, beetroot juice.
‘Acids tum indicator paper yellow, orange and red
|- gases tum indicator paper blue and purple
|« Neutral substances change the colour of incizator
| paper to green.
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Indicators are used to test whether a substance is an acid, a base or neutral. Indicators may be in the form of
‘an indicator is added to an acid or base. Certain
Universal indicator has the ability to show the full range of pH values by different colour changes.
Paper strip indicators
Natural Sciences,Neutralisation Reaction
Noutraiisation occurs when an acid reacts with @ base and forms a solution that has a neutral pH (7). The H from
the acid combines with the OH from the base to form water. Asaltis formed during this reaction.
‘The general equation is:
y Acid + Base > Salt + Water
{i ‘Example 1:
i [HCl + NaOH — NaCl + HO |
Earp 2
H,SO, + Mg(QH), MgSO, + 2H,O
aso reacts wit an ald and makes itfose acidic oF neutral
ei Jrecate ots base and makes Its base or neutral
Uses of Neutralisation Reactions
Soil treatment
‘Most plants grow best at pH 7. Ifthe soil is acidic or | | The stomach secretes hydrochloric acid which helps
alkaline the plant growth can be severely affected. in the digestion of food. However too much acid in
Farmers often add chemicals to the soil to change the stomach can lead fo indigestion, To neutralise
its pH. excess acid, a base stich as sodium hydrogen
carbonate (bicarbibaking soda), is mixed with water
and taken. An indigestion tablet
may also be taken.
Ifthe soil is too acidic its treated with a base in
‘order to:neutralise it. Chemicals such as ime.
(calgium oxide) or chalk (calcium carbonala) are
used to neutralise acidic soil.
Insect stings Waste from industries
JAbee sting contains acid, Calamine lotion (zinc Many industries produce waste that is often acidic,
carbonate) or baking soda is rubbed onto the bee This acidic waste can enter rivers, lakes and
sting to neutralise the acid and relieve the painful estuaries killing aquatic organisms, Slaked lime
symptoms of the sting. (calcium hydroxide) is often added to the acidic
Wasp stings are alkaline, and an acid is used to waste to neutralise It.
neutralise and treat the painful sting. Vinegar is
orally uged to treat wasp stings,
Natural Sciences 9 @©Atrights reserved 33Reaction of an Acid with a Metal Oxide
When an acid reacts with a metal oxide the products are salt and water. The type of salt formed will depend on
the acid and metal oxide used in that reaction.
‘The general equation is:
? Acid + Metaloxide — Salt + Water
Example
HCl + MgO -» MgCl + HO |
Ficomnane aod Nopresum ove ‘Magnesium chioride water
(ea)
ACID RAIN
When fuals such as coal, oil and petrol ere bumt, carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide and various oxides of nitrogen
bre released into the atmosphere. The main sources of these gases are vehicles and Industries such as power
Stations. Sulurcioxide, carbon dioxide and the oxides of nitrogen mix with water inthe clouds and fall as acid
rain. :
Acid rain has severe effects on the environment.
+ Acid rain destroys trees and other plants.
«= Buildings and monuments that are mace from limestone are severely damaged.
= The acid rain makes lakes and rivers more acidic. This kills fish and other aquatic life,
«Acid rain can also corrode cars, railroad tracks, airplanes and steel bridges.
Sulphuric ais
rie acta
Formation of acid rain
{Combustion gases issaive in rain walar to form ac rin)
34 Aiiighis reserves Natural Sciences 9Reaction of an Acid with a Metal Hydroxide ~
‘An acid reacts with a metal hydroxide to form salt and water. The type of salt formed will depend on the type of
acid and the metal oxide used in that reaction,
The general equation is:
? Acid + Metal hydroxide—> Salt + Water
Example
Pee eee 1 a
HCL_+ NaOH - NaCl + HO |
Faraone acid Sedum aroide ab) Sa
Reaction of an Acid with a Metal Carbonate
‘Metal carbonates are bases. When an acid reacts with a metal carbonate the products formed are salt, carbon
dioxide and water. The effervescence one notices is the release of carbon dioxide.
The general equation is:
Acid + Metal carbonate + Salt + Carbon dioxide + Water
Example 1: etigpresces (bubbles)
HCl + CaCO, + CaCl, + CO, + HO |~
(catoum chide)
Reaction of an Acid with a Metal
‘An acid will react with a metal to form salt and hydrogen gas, The general equation is:
Acid + Metal — Salt + Hydrogen
Example 1:
2HCl + MgO MgCl, + Ho |~
Titectons add tagraciom San Praca 0)
magnesite)
Example 2: penne
2HCI + Zn -> ZnCl, +(H,)
Hyérochlode aca ine Sot Hycrogen (gos) )
tance)
¥
When hydrochloric acid is added to magnesium riobon in a test tube, bubbles of gas
‘re released. When a buming splinter is brought near the mouth of the test tube, the
‘gas ignites with a characteristic "bop" sound indicating thet the gas is hydrogen
Natural Sciences 9 Oalighis reserved 35. aa Question 3
¢ Questions eae Compete tho folowing general equations:
pay 1. Meal + ongen >
Provide tha coret term foreach ofthe flowing 2. Non-metal+ongen >
1. Tiny particles that makes up matter. 3. Ack + Basa >
2. Particles that occur within the nucleus. 4. Acid + Metal oxide —
3, Poatvely charged parle within an atom. 5. AGd + Metal hydroxide >
4 Aeubstanee composed of identical atoms 6. Acid + Meta carbonate. — (13)
Cental coe ofthe atom,
8, Negatively charged particles within the atom. Question 4
7. Unenarged pares fourd win the nucleus Sty ewusion slow anton ano: ets
8. Vertical columns on the periodic table. —
{Number that indeats te numbor of protons in an 2H, +0, 3 2H,0
tom
40. Horzontal rows onthe period tae 4. Name the reactants nine equation, ==)
(10) | 2. Name te prodct inthe equation 2)
2. How meny atoms are thn:
Question2 ayone maocale yategen
Name each ofthe folowing elements tone molecule oxygen
2)ou two molocule water
a) He
Na Question 5
ac Balance the folowing equation: my
Me
ane al Fe +0, + Fe,0,
2. We don esol eahat te aowng ay
era Complete and balance the lowing enustions:
‘b) Calcium faa Cade @)
c) Potassium 2A +O, > (3)
@)Litium :
Question?
umiium
°) Alum ©) ‘Tabulate 4 differences between acids and bases. (5)
3. Define a compound. (| question 8
1 Defeoan indicator. @
4. Pride cheicaliomice french tefsonng | 3) Guety eames aca efevng
conpounis 2) pope ndcator @
arate e)househaldinceaor @
ne 3. Explain how:
esr dot a) elgestion due lo excess stomach acid canbe
arbon dioxide relieved (3)
6) sodium chloe b) eck sls canbe treated to make th soll more
‘lithium oxide ‘suitable for plant growth (B)
4) sodium heron 4. When sulphur loi gas mies wih water nan
1) iver nate dhe one acd ra
1) magnesium clo 2) Name TWO other gases that can also mix wth water
})poteesium brome (10) tovorm aot ran ‘a
by State THO waysn which acé rain afets
5. Name each of the following compounds; ‘ecosystems, @
a) Cuco, Question 9 1
b)ZnO 1. Write out the following equations in words:
©) NaHCO, a)HCI+ MgO > MgCl, + HO ®
3 Ga b)HCI+Zn > ZnCl, +H, (a)
) Nes 2. Wie he totoning equalon sy erm
9) CuSO, hydrochloric acid + calcium carbonate —> calcium
h)HS (8) chloride + carbon dioxide + water (4)
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ess
Definition:
A force is either a push ora pull.
Forces act in pairs - when you push on an abject, you fee! it pushing back on you,
Unit of Measurement:
The strength of a force Is expressed in newtons, symbol N. named after one of the
wor'd's most famous scientists, Sir Isaac Newton, The weight of an abject of mass
100 g is almost the same as a force of 1N. 1000 N = 1 KN (Kilonewton). The strength
of a force is measured with a newton meter, which is similar to a spring balance.
Weight of object in N= its mass in kg x 10
fa newtonmeter
Effects of a Force é
Tnerease he Speed ofa
©aAl rights reservedBalanced Forces
Balanced forces occur when two forces acting on an object are equal in size but in opposite direction. If the
forces are balanced then the object will not move or if the object that is already moving, it will continue to move
at the same speed in the same direction. Balanced forces cancel each other. .
Balanced force (no movement)
Unbalanced Forces
Forces that do not cancel each other are called unbalanced forces. Unbalanced forces can cause an abject to
‘move in the direction of the nat force or resultant force.
Torilse wins by 40.
‘Box wil move in he draction in which Tortoise pushes, with resultant force of 40 N.
The
fect of unbalanced forces
Types of Forces
Forces can be placed into two groups:
Contact forces: where contact must be made between objects for the force to take effect, €..
Tension
= Compression
+ Torsion (twisting forces)
+ Shear forces
+ Bending forces
‘Friction (frictional force)
Non-contact forces: where forces can act through empty space without objects touching each other, ©.9.:
+ gravitational force
‘= magnetic forces
+ electrostatic forces
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Contact Forces
4. Tension 2.Compression —
‘Tension is a pull force. Tensile forces tend to stretch an | [Compression is @ push force.
object because they act away from a each other. Compressive forces tend to
compress (squash, flatten} an
object because they act
towards each other.
3. Torsion
‘Torsion causes twisting of an object, ||Shear (or shearing) forces act at ght ||Bending forces are really two sels of
‘24g. unscrewing a bottie cap. There | Jangles to an abject with a tengency to || forces, one set of tensile force and
are two forces, acting in opposite | Jout or slice an object. A pair ‘one set of compressive forces. The
directions around a common centre. | |scissors or garden shaars tend to cut, || tensile forces tend to straich one side
‘since the forces exerted by the blades || of the object, while the compressive
act at right anglos to the object. forces tend fo compress the opposite
side. This results in the bending of
the object.
HY
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Frictional force is @ force that comes into existence wherever two surface=Tnagt and one surface sides or tends to
slide over another surface. Frictional force always acts opposite to the direction af motion, The strength of frictional
force is determined by the weight of an object and the roughness/smoothness of a surface.
‘An object will only move when the applied force Is greater than the fictional force.
Reducing friction
+ have smooth’ or highly polished surfaces.
+ use a lubricant (e.g. oil) between the surfaces,
even using a fine powder between surfaces,
+ reduce the weight of the moving object.
Problems caused by friction
‘+ Causes wear and tear on the moving surfaces.
= Wastes energy,
+ Builds up heat between the moving surfaces.
+ Slows down a moving object. (Air friction
‘causes drag on fast moving vehicles, )
Usefuiness of friction
+ Friction between our shoes and the floor prevents us from slipping and enables us to walk
+ Allow the sharpening of knives, polishing of surfeces and grasping of objects.
+ Friction between tyres and the road stops vehicles fram skidding
+ Friction between the brakes and the wheels enables vehicles to slow down or stop.
Natural Sciences 9 39B, Non-contact Forces
Non-contact forces produce their effect through space, without the objects touching each other. They are also
called feld forces,
4. Gravitational Force
Any two objects that have mass will exert an attractive force on each other. This force is called gravitational
force. Gravitational force is a pull force.
Gravitational attraction depends on:
4, mass of the attracting objects,
2, distance between the centres of the attracting objects.
Earth-Moon gravitational attraction
In the case of small objects, the gravitational force is so small that we ignore it. When one object is massive
(having a large mass) 6.g. planets, then the gravitational force cannot be ignored. The gravitational force with
Which the Earth attracts objects is called weight. If the Earth were larger, like Jupiter, weight would be very much
greater. You would weigh 10 times more on Jupiter than on Earth. On the Moon you weigh 6 times less (and also
jump 6 times higher) because the Moon is less massive than the Earth,
The separating distance between objects is also important. Large separating distances mean very much smaller
gravitational force; smaller separating distances results in a very much larger gravitational force.
Neptune
Gravitational forces keep the planets in orbit around the Sun
40 O©AIriahts reserved Natural Sciences 9Effect of gravitational force on falling objects
Since gravitational force is a force, it has the effect of causing any
falling object to build up speed. We have said that a force causes
acceleralion. Gravitational force causes a falling object to increase its _
speed atithe rate of 10 mis every second. The longer the object
remains falling..the greater will be ifs final speed when it stikes the
‘ground. We say that a falling object accelerates at 10 mis ever
‘secofid. This special acceleration due to gravitational altraction is,
called gravitational acceleration or gravity (symbol g). ‘he
bal alowed to fal
from rat,
Gallo peered ti famous experiment at
tha lop ofthe Leaning Tower Ps
domenstrating that al objects faa the some
1 second ister has Tale, iespoctve of ele mace.
a speed of 10ns, —
Teaning Tower of Pisa
(Galilelo inset)
Gravitational force in space
‘The gravitational force that exists between the earth and the Moon, keeps the Moon in obit around the Earth. In
addition, the pull between the Earth and the Moon causes tides, by the Moon exerting a pulling force on the
oceans.
The sun, Earth and all the other planets are attracted to each other by gravitational forces. These forces keep
the planets moving around the sun in very predictable patterns.
Gravitational force is also responsible for the satellites remaining in orbit above the surface of the earth.
The relationship between Mass and Weight
‘Weight is the force (of gravity) with which the Earth attracts (pulls down on) an abject. Very simply, itis the
heaviness of an object. The weight of an object is proportional to its mass: the greater the mass, the greater its
‘weight. Mathematically, the relationship is represented by the equation:
ess in kg
Weight in newtons (N) +f ‘Seno lp the mats by 10 and giv he sneer
=
PW = ma] smenurcsncweies,
W =r Suet on Scene ere
value of gravity (10)
Example: |
| Calculate the weight of a person who has @ mass of 120kg:
a) on Earth
b) on the Moon where the gravitational acceleration (q) is 1.6
8) Wea = 79 |
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2, Magnetic Forces.
A magnet is made up of materials such as rm (F
repel other magnets.
if a magnet is suspend at ité centre by a thin thread) will eventually settle such that it aligns itself along the
Earth's N-S magnetic poles (The Earth has a magnetic core.) The pole of the magnet that points North is called
the north pole (N) and if usually coloured red for identification. The south pole of the magnet (S) is coloured
blue. This characteristic of magnets was first used by early navigators, and is still used In compasses today.
mM iN |
Different kinds of magnets
steel, nickel (Ni) and cobalt (Co). Magnets can attract or
Attraction and repulsion in magnets works on a simple rule (law)
Like poles repel each other; unlike poles attract each other.
——a. — Ca
Atracton Reputsion
Magnetic eld
‘The region around a magnet where the influence of a magnetic can be felt is called a magnetic field.
Iron filings sprinkled near a magnet show the magnetic field pattern of the magnet. Scientists have developed
the idea of field lines to help visualise a magnotic field. Field lines have the following characteristics:
; + They are imaginary and do not exist in realty.
| + Fleld lines run ftom north to south.
| + Ahiigh concentration of feld fines indicates a strong magnetic field.
+ Field lines do not cross each other.
aie fleld pattern of a bar magnet ‘Magnetic fleld lines of a cehbariciat
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iUses of magnets
4, Computers and Electronics
Hard drives in computers contain magnetic material for data storage.
Magnets are found inside the speakers attached to computers, televisions and radios,
Speakers
Industry ;
Elecitic generators in power stations rely on magnets to convert mechanical energy into electricity.
Electric motors use magnets to bring about rotation.
Magley trains do not have any wheels but operate by using two opposing magnets that cause the train 0
float above the rail making it extremely fast. [Mag = magnetic; Lev = levitation (feating)}
Electromagnets in cranes attract and move large amounts of metal.
2,
3. Health and Medicine
Magnets are found in certain medical equipment such as X-rays
and MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) machines. MRI
chines pass a magnetic field over the human bady creating a
picture" or image of all the body tissues, enabling any
A patient about to undergo a MRI scan
4, Home
Refrigerator magnets (fridge magnets) hold paper and other emall items to the refrigerator.
Credit and debit cards make use of magnetic strips that contain financial information.
‘Magnets are found in phones, door bells and children’s toys.
‘Magnetic strips are used on cupboard and fridge doors to keep them shut.
Natural Sciences 9 QAI his sewed 433, Electrostatic Forces
‘An electrostatic force is @ non-contact force exerted by charged objects. The force can either be attractive or
repulsive.
Anneutral or uncharged object has an equal number of positive (protons) and negative charges (electrons). IF
the number of negative charges is increased {by adding electrons), the object acquires an overall negative
charge; if the negative charges are decreased (by removing electrons), the object becomes positively charged.
Note that only electrons can be transferred between objects. Protons do not move.
Electrostatic attraction and repulsion work on a simple rule (law):
Like charges repel each other; unlike charges attract each other.
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Attraction Repulsion
Detecting charged objects S>
An electroscope is used to detect the presence of a charged object. The leaves
‘on an electrascope move apart (repel) when a charged object is brought close to
‘or touches the disc.
‘An electroscope
Charging objects by friction
Electrons can be adied to objects or removed from objects by friction, i.e. rubbing on or rubbing off electrons.
‘Objects charged by friction become positively or negatively charged, depending on the material that makes up
the object. Plastic objects e.g. PVC. take on a negative charge, and glass objects take on a positive charge.
Charging a PVC rod by friction = Charging a glass rod by friction
‘A PVG rod rubbed with a doth takes on a negative ‘Aglass rod rubbed with a cloth takes on @ positive
‘charge because electrons are rubbed off the cloth charge because electrons are rubbed off the glass
‘ante the PVC rod, +06, onto the cloth,
Bofore rubbing Botore rubbing
Each lem has en equal number of + ne
Each tom has an equal number of + and —
charges, Le. they are uncharged.
‘charges, i. thay are uncharged.
‘After rubbing Aftor rubbing
Electrons are rubbed of the clolh onto the rod, Electrans ate rubbed off the rod onto the elt, making
‘making the rod negatively charged, because I the od posttvaly charged, because It now has gs —
‘ow has more — charges. charges.
we we
44 @aliihis reserved Natural Sciences 9Lightning
Lightning is a giant electric spark. Lightning occurs
when excess electrons from a cloud are discharged
and reach the earth, During this discharge, a massive
‘amount of energy in the form of heat and light is
released, and is seen as the lightning bolt. The heat
released causes a sudden expansion of the air around
ning bolt, which becomes @ sound wave. We
hear this sound wave as thunder.
Water droplets in clouds become charged by the air
rubbing against them. The ground (earth) becomes
charged by wind (friction). A very strong attractive
force exists between the negatively charged cloud and
the positively charged earth. When the altractive force
becomes strong enough,.electrons from the cloud
jump through the air to the ground, causing the
lightning bolt,
Lightning tends to strike the tallest point. Tall buildings and thatched houses usually have lightning conductors
which, ifstruck, conduct the electricity safely to the ground, without causing damage.
Forked lightning
Safety precautions during a thunder and lightning storm
Lightning often precedes rain, so if you hear the sound of thunder, seek shelter. In the event of a lightning strike,
the safest place to be is in a structure that forms a shell, e.g. car (best, but nothing to do with the rubber tyres) or
inside a house. Other precautions to take in a lightning storm:
+ Stay away rom trees. Crouch down in the open, or in a hollow area, put your feet together and place your
hands over your ears to minimise hearing damage from thunder.
+ Avoid any contact with water. Water is a conductor of electricity, so do not take a shower, wash your hands
or wash dishes.
+ Swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving are not safe.
+ Stay away from fences and metal objects.
+ Do not use a corded telephone. Lightning may strike external phone
+ Switch off electric equipment like computers and television sets.
+ Stay away from windows and open doors.
Static Electricity (Static)
You may have noticed one or more of the following, especially during winter:
+ You get a shock when you touch @ door handle.
+ Sparks can be seen when you comb dry hair in total darkness in front of a mirror. You may also hear
crackling sounds.
+ When you take off your jersey in total darkness and squash it in your hands you notice sperks and hear
crackling sounds.
‘+ Aballoon, plastic sheets or small pieces of paper cling to you:
Each of the above is lightning on a very small scale. You and
the object (door handle, comb or jersey) have become charged.
When you touch the door handle excess electrons jump across,
in the form of a tiny electrical sparks. Lightning is a giant
electrical spark.
balloon, plastic sheets or small pieces of paper cling to you
because they or you are charged and electrostatic attraction
‘causes them to cling to you. Moisture in the air discharges
charged objects, making them neutral, so the effect is not
noticeable in humid weather,
Charged balloon attracting hair
Natural Sciences 9 ©Al rights reserved 45Electricity is regarded as the greatest modem invention (the wheel being the world's greatest invention),
Electric Cells
A call is a device in which chemical reactions takes place
resulting in the production of high energy electrons (charge).
Cells convert chemical potential energy into electrical energy.
Anumber of cells connected together is called a battery. A
| cell has 2 positive terminal and a negative terminal.
|
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Symbot for a cell celts A battery (of cals)
; Electric Current
i! Curcentis the flow of charge (electrons) through a conductor. Current ows | Symiboit
from the postive termina, fnrough the circu, ack tothe negative terminal. | Unit: ampere (A)
with an ammeter: The symbol for current is | ori and the SI unit is ampere (A), | Gicut diagram symbol:
1
i ‘Curent strength is expressed in amperes, abbreviated to amps, and measured ingrument: ammeter |
leaves a cell with high energy, loses its energy to a component (e.g. a light
bulb), and retums with lower energy.
e.g. = 5A. An amimeteris always connected in series
Current is never lost in @ circuit: if 5A of current leaves a cel, then SA of current
i) will return to the cell. ie __.Connectadin series
b C
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{ Simple circuit with an ammeter in series
a
' i Voltage
if Voltage is the energy cartied by the charges in an electric current. Alow vollage [Saou y
} call, e.g. a penlight battery, produces a current in which the charges carry little eee
| energy (1.5V); household electric current carries 220V. Voltage is often called ‘Unit: Volt (V)
: ( potential difference. The symbol for voltage is V and the SI unit is volt (V). Instrument: Voltmeter
| A voltmeter is usad to measure the energy of 2 current. Itis always connected | Cut dlagram sympe\
| in parallel with another component, e.g. a light bulb, leat
i ‘Acomponent/appliance uses the energy that an electric current carries. Current |__inparale
1
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Hl ‘Avoltmeter ‘Simple circult with a voltmeter in parallel
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