Understanding Science for Years 7 & 8

Understanding Science for Years 7 & 8 provides comprehensive revision of Years 7 & 8 science by syllabus dot points, using questions and answers. It also includes a Stage 4 science test. This book is an ideal revision guide for students as they prepare for school science tests and statewide tests in science.

The questions and answers have been prepared by highly experienced science teachers. Each answer is clearly written in an easy to understand style.

Contents

Sections 1 & 2: Questions & Answers

• Part 1: Knowledge and Understanding (Dot Points 4.6-4.12)
• Energy and Forces
• Properties of Substances
• Living Things
• Earth, our Solar System and the Universe
• Ecosystems
• Natural Resources
• Technology
• Part 2: Skills (Dot Points 4.13-4.22)
• Part 3: Prescribed Focus Areas (Dot Points 4.1-4.5)
• History of Science
• Nature and Practice of Science
• Application and Uses of Science
• Implications of Science for Society & the Environment
• Current Issues, Research & Developments in Science

Section 3: Stage 4 Science Test

• Part 1: Extended response tasks
• Part 2: Short responses and multiple choice tasks; stimulus material
• Part 3: Answers for Stage 4 Science Test