Class 5

Time
Subject Physics
Learning area Radioactivity
Learning objective 5.1 Understanding the nucleus of an atom
Learning outcome A student is able to:
1. describe the composition of the nucleus of an atom in terms
of protons and neutrons.
2. define proton number (Z) and nucleon number (A).
3. explain the term nuclide
4. use the nuclide notation
5. define the term isotope.
Learning activity Discussion, exercise
Reflection

Class 5
Time
Subject Physics
Learning area Radioactivity
Learning objective 5.2 Analysing radioactive decay
Learning outcome A student is able to:
1. state what radioactivity is.
2. name common detectors for radioactive emissions.
3. compare the 3 kinds of radioactive emissions in terms of
their nature.
4. explain what radioactive decay is.
5. use equations to represent changes in the composition of the
nucleus when particles are emitted.
6. explain half -life.
7. determine half-life from a decay curve.
8. solve problems involving half -life.
Learning activity Discussion, exercise
Reflection

Class 5
Time
Subject Physics
Learning area Radioactivity
Learning objective 5.3 Understanding the uses of radioisotopes
Learning outcome A student is able to :
1. define radioisotopes.
2. name examples of radioisotopes.
3. describe applications of radioisotopes.
Learning activity Discussion, exercise
Reflection