Year 10 - Science: Earth and Environmental Science (Year 10 Core Program)
Year 10 - Science: Earth and Environmental Science (Year 10 Core Program)
OverviewEverything on Earth can be considered within four spheres - the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. Students will study how these four spheres interact and depend on each other and evaluate the ways in which human activity affects global systems. Students will explore some key global issues including climate change and human impact on biodiversity. Students will also study the origin of the universe and its features including stars, galaxies, and solar systems. They will consider how technological advances have led to discoveries and increased scientific understanding of the solar system.
| Units / Topics | Types of Assessment |
|---|---|
| Earth’s spheres | Topic Tests |
| Movement of matter and energy through Earth’s spheres | Experimental Investigations |
| Natural and human impacts on climate | Semester Examination |
| Stars | |
| History of the Universe |
Future Directions
Satisfactory completion of this subject will provide a sound foundation for students to proceed to VCE Environmental Science.