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(Junior Cycle Full Science Syllabus )
(Junior Cycle Full Science Syllabus )
At Grade+ Tutoring & Grinds, we provide dynamic tutoring in Junior Cycle Science, covering key areas such as biology, chemistry, and physics. Our approach makes complex concepts accessible, from exploring the fundamentals of living organisms and chemical reactions to understanding physical forces and energy. We aim to spark curiosity and build a solid foundation in science, preparing students for their exams and fostering a lasting interest in the subject.
Example Biology Topics Covered (Science JC)
Cell Biology
Cell Theory
Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Cells
Cellular Organelles: Nucleus, Mitochondria, Ribosomes, etc.
Cell Membrane and Transport Mechanisms
Cell Cycle and Division: Mitosis and Meiosis
Genetics
Mendelian Inheritance Patterns
Genetic Variation and Mutation
DNA Structure and Replication
Basics of Genetic Engineering
Human Biology
Digestive System: Structure and Functions
Respiratory System: Mechanisms of Breathing
Circulatory System: Heart, Blood Vessels, and Blood
Nervous System: Neurons and Synapses
Reproductive System: Human Reproduction and Development
4. Ecology
Ecosystem Components: Biotic and Abiotic Factors
Energy Flow and Nutrient Cycling
Biodiversity and Conservation
5. Plant Biology
Plant Structures: Roots, Stems, Leaves, Flowers
Photosynthesis and Plant Growth
Plant Reproduction: Pollination and Seed Development
Example Chemistry Topics Covered (Science JC)
Introduction to Chemistry
What is Chemistry?
The Scientific Method
Laboratory Safety and Equipment
Matter and Its Properties
States of Matter: Solids, Liquids, Gases
Physical and Chemical Properties
Changes of State and Phase Transitions
Density and Mass
Atomic Structure
Basic Atomic Theory
Structure of the Atom: Protons, Neutrons, Electrons
Atomic Number and Mass Number
Isotopes
Periodic Table
Organization of the Periodic Table
Groups and Periods
Metals, Nonmetals, and Metalloids
Trends in the Periodic Table
Chemical Bonding
Ionic and Covalent Bonds
Formation of Compounds
Simple Molecular Structures
Chemical Reactions
Types of Chemical Reactions: Synthesis, Decomposition, Combustion
Balancing Chemical Equations
Law of Conservation of Mass
Exothermic and Endothermic Reactions
7. Acids and Bases
Properties of Acids and Bases
pH Scale
Common Acids and Bases in Everyday Life
Neutralization Reactions
8. Solutions and Solubility
Solvents and Solutes
Factors Affecting Solubility
Concentration of Solutions
Methods of Separation: Filtration, Distillation, Evaporation
9. Electricity and Chemistry
Electrolysis
Electroplating
Applications of Electrochemistry
10. Metals and Nonmetals
Properties of Metals and Nonmetals
Reactivity Series of Metals
Extraction and Uses of Metals
Corrosion and Rusting
11. Environmental Chemistry
Water Treatment and Purification
Air Pollution and its Effects
Recycling and Sustainable Practices
Impact of Chemicals on the Environment
12. Practical Chemistry
Laboratory Techniques and Experiments
Measurement and Data Analysis
Observations and Scientific Reporting
Example Physics Topics Covered (Science JC)
Mechanics
Motion: Velocity, Acceleration, and Graphs
Forces and Newton's Laws
Momentum, Work, Energy, and Power
Circular Motion and Gravitation
Thermal Physics
Temperature and Heat
Specific Heat Capacity and Latent Heat
Gas Laws and the Kinetic Theory of Gases
Waves and Optics
Wave Properties: Frequency, Wavelength, and Speed
Reflection, Refraction, and Diffraction
Interference and Polarization
Lenses and Mirrors, Optical Instruments
4. Electricity and Magnetism
Electric Fields, Charge, and Potential Difference
Ohm's Law, Circuits, and Electrical Energy
Magnetism and Electromagnetism
Induction and Transformers
5. Modern Physics
The Photoelectric Effect and Quantum Theory
Atomic Models and Spectra
Nuclear Physics: Radioactivity, Fission, and Fusion
Particle Physics and Fundamental Forces
6. Practical Work
Experimental Techniques and Measurements
Data Analysis and Error Estimation
Required Practical Experiments