Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Science Eureka Sabbatical

This was an enriching sabbatical where I did a lot of interesting science experiments. (e.g. Creating an explosion using a can, making a wire spin using a button magnet and a battery, combining chemicals to cause heat loss or gain.) The seniors were also very helpful and they told us the scientific principals behind the experiments. Overall, this was an enjoyable experience.

Term 2

During this term, I learnt about kinetic particle theory and the periodic table of elements. The kinetic particle theory was very interesting as I did not know that matter was actually billions of particles joined together and moving as well. The periodic table of elements was complicated as I did not know most of the elements in it. However, during that term test, I managed to do better than Term 1. I am very happy with this terms grade.

Term 1

During this term, I learnt about the different scientific apparatus that can be found in the science lab. These apparatus can be used for measurement, transferring of liquids or gases, or to heat up substances. I think I have a good grasp on this topic as I got A1 for that term assessment.