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SEKOLAH MENENGAH KEBANGSAAN SIK

SCHEME OF WORK FORM 5 PHYSICS


YEAR 2011

LEARNING AREA: 1. WAVES


Week Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

1-2 1.1 Understanding Waves. Observe situations to gain an idea of A student is able to :
(2/1 -13/1) waves as illustrated by vibrations in ropes, • Describe what is meant by wave
slinky springs, or a ripple tank. motion.

Carry out activities using a ripple tank and


a slinky spring to demonstrate: • Recognise that waves transfer
energy without transferring matter.
a) that waves transfer energy without
transferring matter,
b) transverse and longitudinal waves, • Compare transverse and
longitudinal waves and give
examples of each.
c) wavefronts, • State what is meant by a
wavefront.
d) the direction of propagation of waves • State the direction of propagation
in relation to wavefronts. of waves in relation to wavefronts
View computer simulation to gain an idea
of:
a) transverse and longitudinal waves,
b) wavefronts,
c) direction of propagation of waves in
relation to wavefronts for transverse
and longitudinal waves.

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Observe an oscillating system such as a • define


simple pendulum or a loaded spring to i. amplitude
define amplitude, period and frequency. ii. period,
iii. frequency,
View computer simulations to gain an iv. wavelength,
understanding of: v. wave speed.
a) amplitude (a),
b) period (T),
c) frequency (f),
d) wavelength ( λ ),
e) wave speed (V).

Discuss amplitude and period with the aid • Sketch and interpret a
of a displacement-time graph for a wave. displacement-time graph for a
wave.
Discuss amplitude and wavelength with
the aid of a displacement-distance graph • Sketch and interpret a
for a wave. displacement-distance graph for a
wave,
Discuss the relationship between speed,
wavelength and frequency. • Clarify the relationship between v = f. λ can be
speed, wavelength and frequency derived from
Discuss to solve problems involving .
speed, wavelength and frequency. • Solve problems involving speed,
s
v=
wavelength and frequency. t
Observe and discuss the effect of:
a) damping in an oscillating system
• Describe damping in a oscillating
b) resonance in an oscillating system such
system.
as a Barton’s pendulum.
• Describe resonance in a oscillating
system.

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3 1.2 Carry out activities to observe reflection A student is able to : Reflection of


(16/1 – 220/1) Analysing reflection of of : circular water
waves a) plane waves in a ripple tank, • Describe reflection of waves in waves and the use
b) light terms of the angle of incidence, of curved reflectors
c) sound waves angle of reflection, wavelength, are not required.
frequency, speed and direction of
Discuss the characteristics of the reflected propagation.
wave in terms of the angle of reflection, .
wavelength, frequency, speed and • Draw a diagram to show reflection
direction of propagation in relation to the of waves.
incident wave.

View computers simulations on reflection


of waves

1.3 Analysing refraction of Carry out activities to observe refraction A student is able to : Refraction of water
waves of waves over straight,
a) plane water waves in a ripple tank, • describe refraction of waves in concave and convex
b) light waves, terms angle of incidence, angle transparent blocks
c) sound waves. of refraction, wavelength, is required.
frequency , speed and direction
Discuss the characteristics of the refracted of propagation.
wave in terms of the angle of refraction,
wavelength, frequency, speed and • Draw a diagram to show
direction of propagation in relation to the refraction of waves.
incident waves.

View computer simulations on refraction


of waves.

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4 1.4 Analysing diffraction of Carry out activities to observe diffraction A student is able to Discuss the effect of
(23/1 – 27/1) waves of size of gap on the
a) water waves in a ripple tank, • describe diffraction of waves degree of
b) light waves in terms of wavelength, diffraction
c) sound waves. frequency, speed, direction of
propagation and shape of
Discuss the characteristics of the waves,
diffracted waves in terms if wavelength, • draw a diagram to show
frequency, speed, direction of propagation diffraction of waves.
and the shape of waves.
View computers simulations on
diffraction of waves
5 CHINESE NEW YEAR
(30/1-6/2)

6 1.5 Analysing interference of Use a slinky spring to present the idea on A student is able to : Young’s double slit
(7/2– 10/2) waves the superposition of waves. experiment may be
• state the principle of used to show
Carry out activities to observe interference superposition interference of light.
patterns of • explain the interference of λ – wavelength
a) water waves in a ripple tank, waves x – the distance
b) light waves, • draw interference patterns between two
c) sound waves. • interpret interference patterns consecutive nodes
• apply the following formula in a – the distance
Discuss constructive and destructive problem solving between the two
interference. wave sources
ax
D – the
ax λ= perpendicular
Discuss λ = D
D distance from the
source to the
position where x is

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measured

7 1.6 Analysing sound waves. Discuss A student is able to :


(13/2 – 17/2) a) the production of sound by • describe sound waves
vibrating sources
b) sound waves as a longitudinal
wave requiring a medium for
propagation

View computer simulations or carry out • explain how the loudness relates to
activities to observe the effect of : amplitude.
a) amplitude on loudness, • explain how the pitch relates to
b) frequency on pitch. frequency.

View computer simulations or video to • describe applications of reflection


gain an idea of applications of sound of sound waves.
waves. • calculate distances using the
reflection of sound waves.
Research and report on applications of the
reflection of sound waves, e.g. sonar and
ultrasound scanning.

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8 1.7Analysing Research and report on the components of A student is able to : Emphasise that the
(20/2 – 24/2) electromagnetic waves the electromagnetic spectrum in terms of: electromagnetic
a) decreasing wavelength and • describe the electromagnetic spectrum is
increasing frequency, spectrum continuous.
b) sources. • state the visible light is a part of
the electromagnetic spectrum
Discuss the properties of electromagnetic • list sources of electromagnetic
waves. waves.

Discuss applications of electromagnetic • describe the properties of


waves such as: electromagnetic waves
a) radio waves in broadcasting and
communications,
b) microwaves in satellites and • describe applications of
cellular telephones, electromagnetic waves
c) infra-red rays in household
appliances, remote controls and
night-vision devices,
• describe the detrimental effects of
d) visible light in optical fibres and
excessive exposure to certain
photography,
components of the electromagnetic
e) ultraviolet rays in fluorescent
spectrum.
lamps and sterilisation,
f) X-rays in hospital and engineering
applications,
g) gamma rays in medical treatment.

Research and report on the detrimental


effects of excessive exposure to certain
components of the electromagnetic
spectrum.

LEARNING AREA: 2. ELECTRICITY

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Week Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

9 2.1 Analysing electric fields Discuss electric current as the rate of A student is able to : Recall the activity carried
(27/2 –3/3) and charge flow Q • state the relationship between out using a Van De Graff
charge flow, i.e I =
t electron flow and electric current. generator to show the
Carry out activities / view computer • define an electric current relationship between
simulations to study electric field lines • describe an electric filed. electric charge and
for different arrangements of charges. • sketch electric filed lines showing current flow.
the direction of the field.
Observe the effect of an electric field on: • describe the effect of an electric
a) a ping-pong ball coated with filed on charge. I – current
conducting material, Q- charge
b) a candle flame. t - time

Discuss to solve problems involving


electric charge and current.

CUTI PERTENGAHAN PENGGAL


(11/3-19/3)

11-12 PEPERIKSAAN FASA 1


(21/3-31/3)

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Week Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

10,13 2.2 Analysing the View computer simulations to gain an A student is able to : Potential difference and
(6/3 – 7/4) relationship between understanding of potential difference. • define potential difference. voltage may be used
electric current and potential Discuss potential difference(V) as work • plan and conduct an experiment interchangeably here.
difference done (W) when moving 1C of charge (Q) to find the relationship between
between two points in electric field, i.e current and potential difference.
W • describe the relationship between
V = .
Q current and potential difference.

Plan and conduct an experiment to find A student is able to :


the relationship between current and • state Ohm’s Law
potential difference for an ohmic
conductor. • define resistance
Discuss Ohm,’s Law as the relationship
between potential difference and current
• explain factors that affect
at constant temperature.
resistance
Discuss resistance as the ratio of
potential difference to current for an
ohmic conductor.
• solve problems involving
potential difference, current and
Conduct experiment s to study and
resistance.
discuss factors that effect resistance, i,e
the type of material, cross-sectional area,
length and temperature. • describe superconductors

Discuss to solve problems involving


potential difference, current and
resistance.

Research and report on superconductor

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14 2.3 Analysing series and Carry out activities to identify series and A students is able to :
(10/4– 14/4) parallel circuits parallel circuits. • identify series and parallel
circuits.
Carry out activities to study the current, • compare the current and
I, and potential difference, V, in series potential difference of series
and parallel circuits using ammeters and circuits and parallel circuits.
voltmeters to shoe the value of I and V. • determine the effective
resistance of resistors connected
Calculate the effective resistance of in series.
resistors connected in : • determine the effective
a) series, resistance of resistors connected
b) parallel. in parallel.
• solve problems involving
Discuss and apply principles of current, current, potential difference and
potential difference and resistance in resistance in series circuit,
series and parallel circuits to new parallel circuits and their
situations and to solve problems. combinations.

15 2.4 Analysing electromotive Discuss e.m.f. as the work done by A student is able to : Clarify that e.m.f. is not a
(17/4 – 21/4) force and internal resistance source in driving a unit charge around a force but energy per unit
complete circuit. • define electromotive force charge.
Carry out activities to distinguish (e.m.f.)
between e.m.f. and potential difference. • compare e.m.f. and potential
Carry out activity to study internal difference.
resistance. • Explain internal resistance.
Carry out activity to determine e.m.f. • Determine e.m.f. and
and internal resistance of a battery by internal resistance.
plotting a voltage against current graph. • Solve problems
involving e.m.f. and internal
Discuss to solve problems involving resistance
e.m.f. and internal resistance.

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16 2.5 Analysing electrical Discuss the relationship between : A student is able to :
(24/4 – 28/4) energy and power a) energy (E), voltage (V), current(I)
and time(t), • Define electrical energy
b) power (P), voltage (V), and current
(I)
Discuss to solve problems involving • Define electric power
electrical energy and power.

Compare the power rating of various • Solve problems involving


household appliances and calculate electrical energy and power
energy used for a fixed period of time.
• Compare power rating and
Carry out activities to compare energy consumption of various
household electrical appliances that electrical appliances.
perform the same function such as an
‘energy-saver’ bulb in terms of efficient
used of energy. • Compare various electrical
appliances in terms of efficient
Research and report on ways of use of energy.
increasing energy efficiency in the home
or school.

Discuss the importance of maintenance


• Describe ways of increasing
in ensuring efficiency of electrical
energy efficiency.
appliances.

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LEARNING AREA: 3. ELECTROMAGNETISM

Week Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

17 3.1 Analysing the magnetic Recall what an electromagnet is. A student is able to : The right-hand grip rule
(1/5– 5/5) effect of a current-carrying Carry out activities to study the pattern • State what an electromagnet is. may be introduced.
conductor. and direction of the magnetic field due to • Draw the magnetic field pattern
a current in a: due to a current in a :
a) straight wire, i) straight wire,
b) coil, ii) coil,
c) solenoid. iii) solenoid.
Plan and conduct experiments to study • Plan and conduct experiments to
factors that effect the strength of a study factors that affect the
magnetic field of an electromagnet, i.e.: strength of the magnetic field of
a) the number of turns on the coil, electromagnet.
b) the size of current carried by the coil,
c) the use of a soft iron core.
Research and report on applications of • Describe applications of
electromagnets such as in electric bells, electromagnets.
circuit breakers, electromagnetic relays
and telephone ear-pieces.
18-20 PEPERIKSAAN PERTENGAHAN TAHUN
(10/5-26/5)
CUTI PERTENGAHAN TAHUN (27/5-11/6)

21 3.2 Understanding the Carry out activities to show the force on A student is able to : Fleming’s left-hand rule
(12/6 – 16/6) force on a current-carrying a current-carrying conductor in a • Describe what happens to current- may be introduced.
conductor in a magnetic magnetic field including the effect of carrying conductor in a magnetic
field. reversing the direction of the current and field.
magnetic field. • Draw the pattern of the combined
magnetic field due to a current-
View computer simulations to gain an carrying conductor in magnetic
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Week Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes
understanding of the resultant magnetic field.
field obtained by combining the • Describe how a current-carrying
magnetic fields due to a current-carrying conductor in magnetic field
conductor and a magnet. experiences a force.

Carry out experiments to study factors • Explain the factors that affect the
that affect the force on a current-carrying magnitude of the force on a
conductor in a magnetic field and discuss current-carrying conductor in
how they affect the force on a current- magnetic field.
carrying conductor in a magnetic field.
The working principle of
Carry out activities to observe the a moving-coil ammeter
turning effect of a current-carrying coil • Describe how a current-carrying may also be discussed.
in a magnetic field. coil in a magnetic field
experiences a turning force.
Discuss how the turning effect of a
current-carrying coil in magnetic field is • Describe how a direct current
used in the action of a motor. motor works. Comparisons to an
alternating current motor
Carry out activities or view computer may also be discussed.
simulations to study factors that affect
the speed of rotation of an electric motor. • State factors that affect the speed
of rotation of an electric motor.

21 3.3 Analysing Carry out activities to observe A student is able to : Faraday’s law and Lenz’s
(12/6 -16/6) electromagnetic induction. electromagnetic induction in a: law may be introduced.
a) straight wire, • Describe electromagnetic
b) solenoid. induction.
Discuss electromagnetic induction as the • Indicate the direction of the
production of an electromotive force in a induced current in a: Fleming’s right-hand rule
conductor when there is relative motion i) straight wire, may be introduced.
of the conductor across a magnetic field. ii) solenoid
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Week Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

Discuss the direction of the induced • Explain factors that affect the
current in a: magnitude of the induced current.
a) straight wire, b) solenoid
• Describe applications of
Carry out activities to study factors that electromagnetic induction.
affect the magnitude of the induced
current and discuss how they affect of • Compare direct current and
the magnitude of the induced current. alternating current.

Research and report applications of


electromagnetic induction such as in
direct current (d.c.) and alternating
current (a.c.) generators.

Observe and discuss the output


generated by a direct current and
alternating current source on a display
unit such as a cathode ray oscilloscope.

22 3.4 Analysing transformers Carry out activities to gain an A student is able to :


(19/6 – 23/6) understanding of the structure and the
operating principle of a simple step-up • describe the structure and the
transformer and a step-down operating principle of a simple
transformer. transformer.
• compare and contrast a step-up
Carry out activities to study the transformer and a step-down
relationship between number and turns transformer.
of the primary coil (Np), number of turns
of the secondary coil (Ns) primary Vp Np
voltage (Vp) and secondary voltage (Vs). • state that = for an
Vs Ns
ideal transformer.
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Week Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes
Discuss the relationship between output
and input power in an ideal transformer, • state that VpIp = VsIs for an ideal
i.e. VpIp = VsIs. transformer.
Discuss • describe the energy losses in a
a) energy losses in a transformer. transformer.
b) ways to improve the efficiency of a • describe ways to improve the
transformer. efficiency of a transformer.
Discuss to solve problems involving • solve problems involving
transformers. transformers.
3.5 Understanding the Research and report on various sources A student is able to :
generation and transmission of energy used to generate electricity • list sources of energy used to
of electricity such as hydro, gas, nuclear, diesel, coal, generate electricity.
biomass, sun and wind. • describe the various ways of
View computer simulations to gain an generating electricity.
understanding on the use of various
sources to generate electricity. • describe the transmission of
Study a model of electricity electricity.
transmission. • describe the energy loss in
Discuss the energy loss in cables and the electricity transmission cables and
advantage of high voltage transmission. deduce the advantage of high
View computer simulations to gain an voltage transmission.
understanding of the National Grid • state the importance of the
Network. National Grid Network.
Research and report on :
• solve problems involving
a) the importance of the National Grid
electricity transmission
Network in terms of efficient energy
distribution, • explain the importance of
b) the importance of energy efficiency renewable energy
and renewable energy resources in • explain the effects on the
view of limited energy sources, environment caused by the use of
c) the effects on the environment caused various sources to generate
by the use of various sources to electricity

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generate electricity.
LEARNING AREA: 4. ELECTRONICS

Week Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes

23 4.1Understanding the View computer simulation to gain an A student is able to : Thermionic emission-
(26/6 –30/6) uses of the Cathode Ray understanding of thermionic emission. pancaran termion
Oscilloscope (C.R.O) • explain thermionic emission.
Carry out activities to study the properties of Cathode rays-sinar katod
cathode rays using apparatus such as the
Maltese Cross tube. • Describe the working properties Cathode rays
of chatode rays. oscilloscope-osiloskop
sinar katod

Discuss the cathode ray oscilloscope from • Describe the working principle of Fluorescent- pendaflour
the following aspects: cathode ray oscilloscope.
a) electron gun,
b) deflection system,
c) fluorescent screen, • Measure potential difference
d) Energy changes. using the C.R.O.
Carry out activities using a C.R.O. to: • Measure short time intervals
a) measure potential difference, using the C.R.O.
b) measure short time intervals,
c) Waveforms display.
• Display wave forms using the
C.R.O.
Discuss to solve problems based on the
C.R.O. display.
• Solve problems based on the
C.R.O. display.

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23 4.2Understanding View computer simulations to gain an A student is able to : The term doping may be
semiconductor diodes understanding of properties of introduced
semiconductors in terms of its resistance and • Describe semiconductors in terms
free electrons of resistance and free electrons

View computer simulations to gain an • Describe n-type and p-type


understanding of: semiconductors.
a) n – type and p – type semiconductors, • Describe semiconductor diodes.
b) semiconductor diodes

Carry out activities to observe current flow • Describe the function of diodes.
through a semiconductor diode ( p-n
junction) in forward bias or reverse bias.

Build a
half – wave rectifier circuit and • Describe the use of diodes as
a full – wave rectifier circuit. rectifiers.
Observe half – wave rectification and
full – wave rectification using an instrument
such as a C.R.O.

Observe and discuss the effect or outing a


• Describe the use of a capacitor
capacitor in a:
to smooth out output current and
a) half – wave rectifier circuit
output voltage in a rectifier
b) full – wave rectifier circuit
circuit.

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24 4.3 Understanding With the aid of diagrams, discuss a A student is able to:
(3/7 - 7/7) transistors. transistor in terms of its terminals, i.e.
base, collector and emitter. • Describe a transistor in terms of
Carry out activities to show a transistor its terminals.
as a current amplifier. • Describe how a transistor can be
Set up a transistor- base electronic circuit used as a current amplifier.
that functions as a light, heat or sound- • Describe how a transistor can be
controlled switch. used as an automatic switch.

25 4.4 Analysing logic gates Discuss logic gates as switching circuits A student is able to:
(10/7 – 14/7) in computers and other electronic • State that logic gates are
systems. switching circuits in
computers and other
Research and report on symbols for the electronic systems.
following logic gates: • List and draw symbols for the
- AND - OR - NOT following logic gates
- NAND - NOR - AND - OR - NOT
- NAND - NOR
Carry out activities to study the action of A student is able to:
the following logic gates: • State the action of the
- AND - OR - NOT following logic gates in truth
- NAND - NOR table
- AND - OR - NO - NAND - NOR
Build truth tables for logic gates and • Build truth tables for logic
their combinations. gates in combination for a
maximum of 2 inputs.
Research and report on logic gates • Describe applications of logic
control systems such as in security gates control systems.
systems, safety systems and street lights.

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LEARNING AREA: 5. RADIOACTIVITY
Week Learning Objectives Suggested Learning Activities Learning Outcomes Notes
5.1 Understanding the View computer simulations or models to A student is able to :
nucleus of an atom gain an understanding of: • describe the composition of the
a) the composition of the nucleus, nucleus of an atoms in terms of
b) isotopes. protons and neutrons.
• define proton numbers (Z) and
26 Research and report on the terms nuclide nucleon number (A).
(17/7-21/7) and isotope. • explain the terms nuclide
A
• use the nuclide notation Z X .
• define the term isotope.

5.2 Analyzing radioactive View computer simulations to gain an A student is able to:
decay understanding of radioactivity. The structure of detectors
Discuss: • state what radioactivity is. are not required.
a) that radioactivity is the
spontaneous disintegration of an • name common detectors for
unstable nucleus accompanied by radioactive emissions.
the emission of energetic
particles or protons,
b) the detection of radioactive
emission using detectors such as
cloud chambers an Geiger-Muller
tubes,
Discuss the characteristics of radioactive • compare the three kinds of
emissions i.e. alpha particles, beta radioactive emissions in terms of
particles and gamma rays in terms of their nature
their:
a) relative ionising effects
b) relative penetrating powers
c) deflection by electric and
magnetic fields

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• explain what radioactive decay is
5.3 Understanding the uses Discuss radioactive decay with the aid of • use equation to represent change
of radioisotopes equation in the composition of the nucleus
Carry out activities to gain an when particles are emitted
understanding of half-life • explain half-life
Discuss a typical decay curve • determine half-life from a decay
Discuss to solve problem involving half- curve
life • solve problems involving half-life
Discuss radioisotopes. A student is able to:
Research and report on applications of
radioisotopes in the fields of: define radioisotopes.
a) medicine,
b) agriculture, name examples of radioisotopes.
c) archeology,
d) industry. • Describe applications of
View computer simulations on radioisotopes.
applications of radioisotopes.
Visit the Malaysian Institute for Nuclear
Technology Research (MINT) or other
suitable places to see various
applications of radioisotopes.
5.4 View computer simulations to gain an A student is able to:
Understanding nuclear understanding of: • define atomic mass unit ( a.m.u).
energy a) nuclear fission, • describe nuclear fission.
b) chain reactions, • give examples of nuclear fission.
c) nuclear fusion • describe chain reactions.
Discuss: • describe nuclear fusion.
a) atomic mass unit ( a.m.u),
• give examples of nuclear fusion.
b) nuclear fission,
c) chain reactions,
d) nuclear fusion.

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27 Discuss the relationship between mass • relate the release of energy in a


(24/7-28/7) defect and the nuclear energy produced nuclear reaction with a change of
in nuclear fission and nuclear fusion, i.e. mass according to the equation
E=mc2. E=mc2.

Research and report on the generation of • describe the generation of


electricity from nuclear energy. electricity from nuclear fission.

Discuss the pros and cons of using • justify the use of nuclear fission
nuclear fission to generate electricity. in the generation of electricity.

Discuss to solve problems involving • solve problems involving nuclear


nuclear energy. energy.
5.5 Research and report on: A student is able to:
Realising the importance of a) the negative effects of radioactive • describe the negative effects
proper management of substances, of radioactive substances.
radioactive substances. b) safety precautions that should be • describe safety precautions
taken when handling radioactive needed in the handling of
substances, radioactive substances.
c) management of radioactive • describe the management of
waste. radioactive waste.
28-30 ULANGKAJI TERANCANG
31 PECUTAN TERAKHIR
CUTI PERTENGAHAN PENGGAL (26/8 – 3/9)
32-35 PERCUBAAN SPM (5/9-29/9)
36-42 UPGRADING PROGRAM (ULANGKAJI STRATEGIK SPM)
SPM EXAMINATION (22/11 - 16/12)

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