Year 7

Energy

Lessons (8)

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    Describe energy stores and pathways and give examples.
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    Quantify energy, using box diagrams, and explain the idea of conservation of energy. Identify useful and wasted energy transfers and calculate efficiency from written questions and Sankey diagrams.
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    Explain the process of conduction and investigate the thermal conductivity of some different metals.
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    Explain the process of convection and give examples of convection currents.
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    Explain the process of radiation and how different surfaces can affect the absorption and emission of radiation.
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    Describe insulation and how different insulators can be used.
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    Define power and its relationship to energy. Calculate power using energy and time.
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    Make calculations on energy use in the home. Relate power to kilowatt hours and calculate the cost of energy.
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