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Edexcel IGCSE Double Award Science Presentations - The Complete Course
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Edexcel IGCSE Double Award Science Presentations - The Complete Course

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The complete Edexcel IGCSE Double Award Science Course. Includes Biology, Chemistry and Physics Over 1500 slides! Huge bundle of resources with every topic covered. Unbeatable value. The definitive collection. Includes: Complete set of concise, modern presentations for Edexcel IGCSE Double Award Science (Biology) (4SD0). Contains colour coded specification points with handmade vector graphics. 46 presentations included: 1 - Characteristics of Living Organisms 2 - Variety of Living Organisms 3 - Organisation and Cell Structure 5 - Biological Molecules 6 - Food Tests 7 - Enzymes 9 - Movement Across Membranes 10 - Nutrition in Plants 11 - The Leaf 12 - Investigating Photosynthesis 13 - Human Nutrition 14 - The Digestive System 15 - Digestion and Absorption 17 - Respiration 19 - Ventilation 20 - The Alveoli and Lung Disease 21 - Transport Mechanisms 23 - The Blood 25 - The Heart 26 - The Circulatory System 27 - Excretion 29 - Coordination 30 - Coordination in Plants 31 - Coordnation in Humans 32 - Reflexes and the Eye 33 - Controlling Body Temperature 34 - Hormones 36 - Reproduction 37 - Reproduction in Plants 38 - Human Reproductive Systems and the Menstrual Cycle 40 - Pregnancy and Puberty 41 - DNA, Genes and Chromosomes 43 - Inheritance and Codominance 44 - Genetic Diagrams 45 - Cell Division 46 - Variation in a Species 48 - Evolution 49 - Ecosystems 50 - Biodiversity 51 - Biotic and Abiotic Factors 52 - Feeding Relationships 53 - The Carbon Cycle 55 - Pollution and Global Warming 57 - Crop Production 58 - Microorganisms for Food 60 - Selective Breeding 61 - Genetic Modification Complete set of concise, modern presentations for Edexcel IGCSE Double Award Science (Chemistry) (4SD0). Contains colour coded specification points with handmade vector graphics. 26 presentations included: 1 - States of Matter 2 - Solutions and Solubility 4 - Elements, Compounds and Mixture 5 - Methods of Separation 6 - Paper Chromatography 7 - Atoms and Molecules 8 - The Periodic Table 9 - Formulae and Calculations 10 - Formulae and Calculations Part 2 12 - Ionic Bonding 13 - Covalent Bonding 16 - Group 1 Elements 17 - Group 7 Elements 18 - Atmospheric Gases 19 - Metals and the Reactivity Series 21 - Acids and Alkalis 23 - Acids, Bases and Salts 25 - Chemical Tests 26 - Energetics 28 - Rates of Reaction 29 - Reversible Reactions 31 - Organic Compounds 32 - Crude Oil 33 - Burning Hydrocarbons 34 - Alkanes and Alkenes 37 - Addition Polymers Complete set of concise, modern presentations for Edexcel IGCSE Double Award Science (Physics) (4SD0). Contains colour coded specification points with handmade vector graphics. 25 presentations included: 1 - Distance and Speed 2 - Acceleration 3 - Forces 4 - Balanced and Unbalanced Forces 5 - Gravity, Weight and Drag 6 - Hooke’s Law 9 - Mains Electricity 10 - Power, Current and Voltage 11 - Circuits Part 1 12 - Circuits Part 2 14 - Waves 15 - Electromagnetic Waves 16 - Reflection and Refraction 18 - Energy 19 - Thermal Energy 20 - Work and Power 22 - Density and Pressure 24 - Ideal Gases 25 - Magnetism 26 - Electromagnets Part 1 28 - Radioactivity Part 1 29 - Radioactivity Part 2 30 - Fission and Fusion 31 - The Universe 32 - The Evolution of Stars The Separate Award Science course is also available for purchase.
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Worksheets Chapter 2 - Electricity
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Complete set of companion PDF worksheets for Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1) Chapter 2 - Electricity. Contains short answer questions, an activity requiring lateral thinking and exam-style questions. Five worksheets included: 9 - Mains Electricity 10 - Power, Current and Voltage 11 - Circuits Part 1 12 - Circuits Part 2 13 - Static Electricity
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Worksheets Chapter 4 - Energy Resources and Transfer
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Worksheets Chapter 4 - Energy Resources and Transfer Complete set of companion PDF worksheets for Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1) Chapter 4 - Energy Resources and Transfer. Contains short answer questions, an activity requiring lateral thinking and exam-style questions. Four worksheets included: 18 - Energy 19 - Thermal Energy 20 - Work and Power 21 - Sources of Energy
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Worksheet 24 - Ideal Gases
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Worksheet 24 - Ideal Gases

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Companion PDF worksheet for Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 24 - Ideal Gases. Contains short answer questions, an activity requiring lateral thinking and exam-style questions. Specification Point 5.15 - Explain how molecules in a gas have random motion and that they exert a force and hence a pressure on the walls of a container. Specification Point 5.16 - Understand why there is an absolute zero of temperature which is –273 °C. Specification Point 5.17 - Describe the Kelvin scale of temperature and be able to convert between the Kelvin and Celsius scales. Specification Point 5.18 - Understand why an increase in temperature results in an increase in the average speed of gas molecules. Specification Point 5.19 - Know that the Kelvin temperature of a gas is proportional to the average kinetic energy of its molecules. Specification Point 5.20 - Explain, for a fixed amount of gas, the qualitative relationship between: pressure and volume at constant temperature, pressure and Kelvin temperature at constant volume. Specification Point 5.21 - Use the relationship between the pressure and Kelvin temperature of a fixed mass of gas at constant volume. Specification Point 5.22 - Use the relationship between the pressure and volume of a fixed mass of gas at constant temperature. Complete set of Chapter 5 Worksheets are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 24 - Ideal Gases
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 24 - Ideal Gases

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Powerpoint lecture covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 5.15 - Explain how molecules in a gas have random motion and that they exert a force and hence a pressure on the walls of a container. Specification Point 5.16 - Understand why there is an absolute zero of temperature which is –273 °C. Specification Point 5.17 - Describe the Kelvin scale of temperature and be able to convert between the Kelvin and Celsius scales. Specification Point 5.18 - Understand why an increase in temperature results in an increase in the average speed of gas molecules. Specification Point 5.19 - Know that the Kelvin temperature of a gas is proportional to the average kinetic energy of its molecules. Specification Point 5.20 - Explain, for a fixed amount of gas, the qualitative relationship between: pressure and volume at constant temperature, pressure and Kelvin temperature at constant volume. Specification Point 5.21 - Use the relationship between the pressure and Kelvin temperature of a fixed mass of gas at constant volume. Specification Point 5.22 - Use the relationship between the pressure and volume of a fixed mass of gas at constant temperature. Complete set of Chapter 5 Lectures are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lesson 33 - Cosmology
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lesson 33 - Cosmology

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Powerpoint lecture and associated PDF worksheet covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 8.11P - Understand how the brightness of a star at a standard distance can be represented using absolute magnitude. Specification Point 8.12P - Draw the main components of the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram. Specification Point 8.13P - Describe the past evolution of the universe and the main arguments in favour of the Big Bang theory. Specification Point 8.14P - Describe evidence that supports the Big Bang theory. Specification Point 8.15P - Describe that if a wave source is moving relative to an observer, there will be a change in the observed frequency and wavelength. Specification Point 8.16P - Use the equation relating to change in wavelength, reference wavelength, velocity of a galaxy and the speed of light. Specification Point 8.17P - Describe the red-shift in light received from galaxies at different distances away from the Earth. Specification Point 8.18P - Explain why the red-shift of galaxies provides evidence for the expansion of the universe. Complete set of Chapter 8 Lessons are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 32 - The Evolution of Stars
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Powerpoint lecture covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 8.7 - Understand how stars can be classified according to their colour. Specification Point 8.8 - Know that a star’s colour is related to its surface temperature. Specification Point 8.9 - Describe the evolution of stars of similar mass to the Sun through the following stages: nebula, star, red giant and white dwarf. Specification Point 8.10 - Describe the evolution of stars with a mass larger than the Sun. Complete set of Chapter 8 Lectures are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 29 - Radioactivity Part 2
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 29 - Radioactivity Part 2

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Powerpoint lecture covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 7.10 - Explain the sources of background radiation from Earth and space. Specification Point 7.11 - Know that the activity of a radioactive source decreases over a period of time and is measured in becquerels. Specification Point 7.12 - Know the definition of the term half-life and understand that it is different for different radioactive isotopes. Specification Point 7.13 - Use the concept of the half-life to carry out simple calculations on activity, including graphical methods. Specification Point 7.14 - Describe uses of radioactivity in industry and medicine. Specification Point 7.15 - Describe the difference between contamination and irradiation. Specification Point 7.16 - Describe the dangers of ionising radiations and how to dispose of radioactive waste. Complete set of Chapter 7 Lectures are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Worksheets Chapter 7 - Radioactivity
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Worksheets Chapter 7 - Radioactivity

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Complete set of companion PDF worksheets for Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1) Chapter 7 - Radioactivity. Contains short answer questions, an activity requiring lateral thinking and exam-style questions. Three worksheets included: 28 - Radioactivity Part 1 29 - Radioactivity Part 2 30 - Fission and Fusion
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Worksheet 2 - Acceleration
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Worksheet 2 - Acceleration

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Companion PDF worksheet for Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 2 - Acceleration. Contains short answer questions, an activity requiring lateral thinking and exam-style questions. Specification Point 1.6 - Know and use the relationship between acceleration, change in velocity and time taken. Specification Point 1.7 - Plot and explain velocity-time graphs. Specification Point 1.8 - Determine acceleration from the gradient of a velocity−time graph. Specification Point 1.9 - Determine the distance travelled from the area between a velocity-time graph and the time axis. Specification Point 1.10 - Use the relationship between final speed, initial speed, acceleration and distance moved. Complete set of Chapter 1 Worksheets are available.
Mock Exam - Edexcel IGCSE Physics Paper 1P (Set 1)
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Mock Exam - Edexcel IGCSE Physics Paper 1P (Set 1)

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A useful resource for students to practice their knowledge and examination technique for future external assessments. This is for the following paper: 4PH1 - 1P This mock is based on our 2022 Predicted Papers. These questions are completely original and have been designed from scratch. There has been no reuse of previous exam questions. Our mock paper follows the format of the true Edexcel IGCSE Physics 1P paper closely. It is also the exact duration and mark-count, with questions of increasing difficulty. A mark scheme is also attached. The paper covers the following specification points: • Topic 1b - Movement and position (including practical 1.5) (1.3 – 1.10) • Topic 2c - Energy and voltage in circuits (2.7 – 2.21) • Topic 3b - Properties of waves (3.2 – 3.9) • Topic 4b - Energy transfers (4.2 – 4.10) • Topic 5b - Density and pressure (5.3 – 5.7) • Topic 7b - Radioactivity (7.2 – 7.15) • Topic 8b - Motion in the universe (8.2 – 8.6) Disclaimer: This document was created by department heads with many years of experience teaching the Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics course. We cannot however guarantee that it is an accurate representation of upcoming examinations and students should not treat it as such. Please use this as an aid, alongside other methods of revision.
Mock Exam Series - Edexcel IGCSE Physics Papers 1P and 2P (Set 1)
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Mock Exam Series - Edexcel IGCSE Physics Papers 1P and 2P (Set 1)

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A useful resource for students to practice their knowledge and examination technique for future external assessments. This is for the following papers: 4PH1 – 1P and 4PH1 – 2P These are based on the 2022 Predicted Papers These questions are completely original and have been designed from scratch. There has been no reuse of previous exam questions. For 1P: Our mock paper follows the format of the true Edexcel IGCSE Physics 1P paper closely. It is also the exact duration and mark-count, with questions of increasing difficulty. A mark scheme is also attached. The paper covers the following specification points: • Topic 1b - Movement and position (including practical 1.5) (1.3 – 1.10) • Topic 2c - Energy and voltage in circuits (2.7 – 2.21) • Topic 3b - Properties of waves (3.2 – 3.9) • Topic 4b - Energy transfers (4.2 – 4.10) • Topic 5b - Density and pressure (5.3 – 5.7) • Topic 7b - Radioactivity (7.2 – 7.15) • Topic 8b - Motion in the universe (8.2 – 8.6) For 2P: Our mock paper follows the format of the true Edexcel IGCSE Physics 2P paper closely. It is also the exact duration and mark-count, with questions of increasing difficulty. A mark scheme is also attached. The paper covers the following specification points: • Topic 1c - Forces, movement, shape and momentum (1.11 – 1.33P) • Topic 3d - Light and sound (including core practical 3.27P) (3.14 – 3.29P) • Topic 5c - Changes of state (including practicals 5.11P and 5.14P) (5.8P – 5.14P) • Topic 6d - Electromagnetic induction (6.15 – 6.20P) • Topic 7c - Fission and fusion (7.17 – 7.26) • Topic 8d - Cosmology (8.13P – 8.18P) Disclaimer: This document was created by department heads with many years of experience teaching the Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics course. We cannot however guarantee that it is an accurate representation of upcoming examinations and students should not treat it as such. Please use this as an aid, alongside other methods of revision.
Edexcel IGCSE Double Award Science (Physics) Presentations - The Complete Course
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Edexcel IGCSE Double Award Science (Physics) Presentations - The Complete Course

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The complete Edexcel IGCSE Double Award Science (Physics) course from start to finish. Huge bundle of resources with every topic covered. Complete set of concise, modern presentations for Edexcel IGCSE Double Award Science (Physics) (4SD0). Contains colour coded specification points with handmade vector graphics. 25 presentations included: 1 - Distance and Speed 2 - Acceleration 3 - Forces 4 - Balanced and Unbalanced Forces 5 - Gravity, Weight and Drag 6 - Hooke’s Law 9 - Mains Electricity 10 - Power, Current and Voltage 11 - Circuits Part 1 12 - Circuits Part 2 14 - Waves 15 - Electromagnetic Waves 16 - Reflection and Refraction 18 - Energy 19 - Thermal Energy 20 - Work and Power 22 - Density and Pressure 24 - Ideal Gases 25 - Magnetism 26 - Electromagnets Part 1 28 - Radioactivity Part 1 29 - Radioactivity Part 2 30 - Fission and Fusion 31 - The Universe 32 - The Evolution of Stars The separate award Physics course is also available for purchase.
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lesson 17 - Sound Waves
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lesson 17 - Sound Waves

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Powerpoint lecture and associated PDF worksheet covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 3.24P - Know that the frequency range for human hearing is 20–20,000 Hz. Specification Point 3.25P - Practical: investigate the speed of sound in air. Specification Point 3.26P - Understand how an oscilloscope and microphone can be used to display a sound wave. Specification Point 3.27P - Practical: investigate the frequency of a sound wave using an oscilloscope. Specification Point 3.28P - Understand how the pitch of a sound relates to the frequency of vibration of the source. Specification Point 3.29P - Understand how the loudness of a sound relates to the amplitude of vibration of the source. Complete set of Chapter 3 Lessons are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lesson 15 - Electromagnetic Waves
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lesson 15 - Electromagnetic Waves

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Powerpoint lecture and associated PDF worksheet covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 3.7 - Use the relationship between frequency and wavelength in different contexts including sound waves and electromagnetic waves. Specification Point 3.8 - Explain why there is a change in the observed frequency and wavelength of a wave when its source is moving relative to an observer, and that this is known as the Doppler effect. Specification Point 3.10 - Know that light is part of a continuous electromagnetic spectrum that includes radio, microwave, infrared, visible, ultraviolet, x-ray and gamma ray radiations and that all these waves travel at the same speed in free space. Specification Point 3.11 - Know the order of the electromagnetic spectrum in terms of decreasing wavelength and increasing frequency, including the colours of the visible spectrum. Specification Point 3.12 - Explain some of the uses of electromagnetic radiations. Specification Point 3.13 - Explain the detrimental effects of excessive exposure of the human body to electromagnetic waves and describe simple protective measures against the risks. Complete set of Chapter 3 Lessons are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 31 - The Universe
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 31 - The Universe

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Powerpoint lecture covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 8.2 - Know that the universe is a large collection of billions of galaxies, that a galaxy is a large collection of billions of stars and that our solar system is in the Milky Way galaxy. Specification Point 8.3 - Understand why gravitational field strength, g, varies and know that it is different on other planets and the Moon from that on the Earth. Specification Point 8.4 - Explain that gravitational force causes moons to orbit planets, causes the planets to orbit the Sun, causes artificial satellites to orbit the Earth and causes comets to orbit the Sun. Specification Point 8.5 - Describe the differences in the orbits of comets, moons and planets. Specification Point 8.6 - Use the relationship between orbital speed, orbital radius and time period. Complete set of Chapter 8 Lectures are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 14 - Waves
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Edexcel IGCSE Physics Lecture 14 - Waves

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Powerpoint lecture covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 3.1 - Use the following units: degree (°), hertz (Hz), metre (m), metre/second (m/s) and second (s). Specification Point 3.2 - Explain the difference between longitudinal and transverse waves. Specification Point 3.3 - Know the definitions of amplitude, wavefront, frequency, wavelength and period of a waves. Specification Point 3.4 - Know that waves transfer energy and information without transferring matter. Specification Point 3.5 - Know and use the relationship between the speed, frequency and wavelength of a wave. Specification Point 3.6 - Use the relationship between frequency and time period. Complete set of Chapter 3 Lectures are available.