PSLE Science Flashcards & Study Notes

Study Notes

Covers a range of topics crucial for understanding fundamental science concepts.
Includes theoretical knowledge and practical applications linked to experimentation.

Matter: Study of physical substances and their properties.
Materials: Importance of different materials and their applications.
Cells: Basic unit of life; understanding cell structure and function.
Processes: Observing scientific methods and procedures.
Systems: Exploration of biological and physical systems in nature.
Adaptations: How organisms adjust to their environments for survival.
Reproduction: Different reproductive strategies in living organisms.
Environmental Interactions: Relationships between organisms and their ecosystems.
Life Cycles: Stages organisms undergo from birth to reproduction.
Heat: Concepts of thermal energy, conduction, and temperature changes.
Energy: Forms and transformations of energy in various systems.
Forces: Basic principles governing motion and interaction between objects.
Electricity: Understanding circuits, conductors, and insulators.
Light: Study of properties, behavior, and applications of light.
Magnets: Exploration of magnetism and its uses.
Water and Changes of State: Understanding states of matter and water cycle.
Man and the Environment: Human impact on ecosystems and sustainability.
Definitions: Key terms essential for grasping scientific concepts.

Structure: Start with a direct answer (e.g., Yes/No) followed by reasoning.
Contextual Reference: Include details from an experiment or question prompt.
Scientific Basis: Support your reasoning with relevant scientific principles.
Conclusion: Link the reasoning back to the initial answer, reinforcing it.

Aim Questions: Focus on understanding how independent variables impact dependent variables.
Control Set Up: Necessary to establish a baseline for comparisons in experiments.
Controlled Variables: Important to maintain constants in an experiment to ensure valid results.

PSLE Science Summary Notes