Physical sciences during grades 9-12 may explore topics including sub-atomic chemistry, energy transferred by fields, and electromagnetic radiation. Such lessons will help students develop key problem-solving skills and techniques that prepare them for success in a wide range of college majors or careers, including those in S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics)fields.*
*excerpt taken from LPSS Parent Guides Grades 9th -12th.
Physical Science is the study of the major concepts of two sciences – chemistry and physics. The first semester covers the chemistry aspect of the course. Topics covered include properties of matter, atomic theory, chemical elements and the periodic chart, chemical interactions, and organic chemistry. The second semester is concerned with the physics portion of the course. Topics covered are force and acceleration, motion, work, energy, waves, sound, light and lenses, the spectrum, electricity, and magnetism. This course is recommended for all freshmen.