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Kit Sam Lam Bing Yim Secondary School
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2026-2027 Secondary 4 Physics Scheme of work
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Subject head：_______________________
Mr. Lee Chi YuenSub-panel members：
Written by：__Mr. Lee Chi Yuen_________________________
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Remarks：
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A. Key Tasks code：1.Moral and Civic Education; 2. Reading to learn、3. Project learning; 4.Information Technology for Interactive Learning
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B.Twelve priority values and attitudes code：1. "Perseverance", 2. "Respect for Others", 3. "Responsibility", 4. "National Identity", 5. "Commitment", 6. "Integrity" ,
7. "Care for Others"
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8. "Law-abidingness" , 9. "Empathy" and 10. "Diligence” 11. “Unity” 12. ‘Filial Piety’
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C. Core values of Catholic schools code︰1. Truth; 2. Life; 3. Family 4. Love; 5. Justise
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D. The Constitution, the Basic Law and the National Security Education code : #
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E. Major concerns of the year：1. Cultivate students' proactive attitudes towards learning, enabling them to become knowledgeable and thoughtful while appreciating the exploration and growth inherent in the learning process.
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　　　　　　　　　 　 2. Foster a positive campus culture to help students thrive in a healthy and confident environment.
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F. Coursebooks：
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Lesson LearningWhole school approach
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Week (no.of periods)ThemeKnowledgeA. Major concernsA. Major concernsB. Twelve priority values and attitudes codeAttitudesC. Core values of Catholic schools codeD. The Constitution, the Basic Law and the National Security EducationLife-wide learning weekPractice and serviceCreating a School AtmosphereRemarksTeacher-in-charge
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0(1)Introduction (Summer bridging)
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Book 3A Wave motion (I)
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1-2(7)Ch.1-2A Reflection and refractionExamine the laws of refraction.Demonstration:
Regular and diffuse reflection		4Develop curiosity through the study of Physics1Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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Realize n= sini/sinr as the refractive index of a medium.Object floating in mid-airObserve and record experimental observations accurately and honestly
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Dispersion of white light
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Laws of refraction
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Car moving through different media
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Experiment:
Determining the refractive index of glass or Perspex
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3(4)Ch.2B Total internal reflectionØ Examine the conditions for total internal reflection.Demonstration:
Simple optical fibre		2,4 Observe and record experimental observations accurately and honestly1#Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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Total internal reflection in water
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Simulation:
Total internal reflection
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Experiment:
Determining the conditions for total internal reflection to occur
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4-5(7)Ch.3 LensesDistinguish between convex lens and concave lens.Experiment:
Measuring the focal lengths of lenses		4Observe and record experimental observations accurately and honestly1Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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Book 3B Wave Motion (II)
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6-8(9)Ch.4 Natures of wave Interpret wave motion in terms of oscillation.Demonstration:
Transverse pulses and waves		46 Examine theories and concepts through logical reasoning and experimentation unbiasedly.1,5Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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 Realise waves as transmitting energy without transferring matter. Longitudinal pulses and waves
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 Distinguish between transverse and longitudinal wave.Simulation:
 Transverse wave
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 Longitudinal wave
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Experiment:
 Transverse pulses and waves
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 Longitudinal pulses and waves
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Simulation:
 Amplitude of transverse waves
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 Wavelength of transverse waves
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 Frequency of transverse waves
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 Particle movement and wave motion
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9-10(4)Ch.5.1-5.2
Reflection and refraction		 Realise the reflection of waves at a plane barrier, reflection and surface. Demonstration:
 Reflection of water waves by straight barrier		2,41,2,6 Appreciate the wave model developed and recognize that there are always limitations in a physical model.1Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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 Realise the refraction of waves across a plane boundary. Refraction of water waves Learn to respect for evidence.
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 Examine the change in wave speeds during refraction and define refractive index in terms of wave speeds. Simulation:
 Reflection of water waves
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 Reflection by a straight barrier
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 Refraction across a straight interface
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10-12(8)Ch.5.3-5.4
Diffraction and interference		 Examine the effect of the width of slit on the degree of diffraction. Demonstration:
 Diffraction of water waves		2,4 Appreciate the wave model developed and recognize that there are always limitations in a physical model.1,5Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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 Realise the interference of waves. Interference of water waves Learn to respect for evidence.
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 Distinguish between constructive and destructive interferences. Simulation:
 Diffraction of water waves
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 Examine the interferences of waves from two coherent sources. Interference of water waves
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12(2)Ch.5.5
Standing waves		 Describe the characteristics of stationary waves.Experiment:
Transverse stationary waves (Transverse):		46 Appreciate the wave model developed and recognize that there are always limitations in a physical model.1Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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Simulation:
Startionary waves		 Learn to respect for evidence.
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 Reflection & phase change
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13-14(8)Ch.7.1-7.2
Longitudinal wave, Wave nature of Sound		 Realise sound as an example of longitudinal wavesSimulation:
Amplitude, wavelength, period and frequency of longitudinal waves 		4 develop a habit of self-reflection and the ability to think critically1Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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 Realise that sound can exhibit reflection, refraction, diffraction and interference. Video:
Diffraction of sound
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 Realise the need for a medium for sound transmission Interference of sound
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15-16(4)Ch.7.3-7.4
Properties of sound. Musical notes and noise		 Examine the existence of ultrasound beyond the audible frequency range. Video:
Ultra-sonic scanner		2,4 develop a habit of self-reflection and the ability to think critically1,2Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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 Relate frequency and amplitude with the pitch and loudness of a note respectively. Experiment:
Musical notes
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 Represent sound intensity level using the unit decibel.
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17(2)Revision
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17-18First Term Examination
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18-19(4)Paper Checking
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20-22(7)Ch.6.1-6.2
Nature of light		 Point out light as an example of transverse wave.Simulation:
 Diffraction pattern of light		2,4 Appreciate the advancement of important scientific theories (such as those related to the study of light) is the fruit of the hard work of generations of scientists who devoted themselves to scientific investigations by applying their intelligence, knowledge and skills1,4,5Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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 Realise diffraction and interference as an example of transverse wave. Interference pattern of light
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 Examine the interference patterns in the Young’s double slit experiment.Experiment:
 Diffraction of light
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 Examine the interference patterns in the plane transmission grating. Interference of light
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 Plane transmission grating
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 Estimating the wavelength of light by using double slit or plane transmission grating
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23(4)Ch.6.3
Electromagnetic spectrum		 State that the speed of light and electromagnetic waves in vacuum is 3.0 × 10-8 ms-1. Simulation:
Diffraction pattern of light		2,4 Aware the importance of the proper use of microwave ovens and to be committed to safe practices in daily life1,4Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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 State the range of wavelengths for visible light. Interference pattern of light Controversial issues about the effects of microwave radiation on the health of the general public through the use of mobile phones
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 State the relative positions of visible light and other parts of the electromagnetic spectrum. Experiment:
 Diffraction of light		 the biological effects of increased ultra-violet radiation from the Sun on the human body as a result of the depletion of the atmospheric ozone layer by artificial pollutants
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 Interference of light The impact on society of the scientific discovery of electromagnetic waves and the technological advances in the area of telecommunications
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 Plane transmission grating Recognise the importance of lifelong learning in our rapidly changing knowledge-based society.
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 Estimating the wavelength of light by using double slit or plane transmission grating
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Book 1 Heat&Gases
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24(4)Book 1
Ch 1 Temperature and thermometer		1. Realise temperature as the degree of hotness of an object.1Apply knowledge and principles of physics to solve problems1Mr. Lee Chi Yuen
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2. Interpret temperature as a quantity associated with the average kinetic energy due to the random motion of molecules in a system.
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3. Define and use degree Celsius as a unit temperature.
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25(4)Ch.2.1
Heat and internal energy		Ø  Realise that heat is the energy transferred as a result of the temperature difference between two objects.1Ø  Observe and record experimental observations accurately and honestly1
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Ø  Relate internal energy to sum of the kinetic energy of random motion and potential energy of molecules in the system.
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26(4)Ch 2.2 Heat transfer processes1. Interpret energy transfer in terms of conduction, convection and radiation. 12, 6, 9Ø  Develop open-mindedness and be able to show tolerance and respect towards the opinions and decisions of others even in disagreement1, 4
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2. Realise the emission of infra-red radiation by hot objects. Ø  To realize the importance of greenhouses in agriculture and the environmental issues of the “greenhouse effect”
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3. Determine the factors affecting the emission and absorption of radiation. Ø  To be aware of the large amount of energy associated with the transfer of heat and to develop good habits in using air-conditioning in summer and heating in winter
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27-28(8)Ch.3
Specific heat capacity and heat capacity		1. Define heat capacity as C = Q/ΔT and specific heat capacity c = Q/mΔT.16Ø Observe and record experimental observations accurately and honestly1, 5
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2. Determine the specific heat capacity of a substance.
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29-30(8)Ch.4.1
Latent Heat		1. Realise latent heat as the energy transferred during the change of state without temperature change.11Ø  Evaluate experimental methods and suggest possible improvement and realize that there are always limitations in experiments.1, 5
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2. Interpret latent heat in terms of the change of potential energy of the molecules during a change of state.
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3. Define specific latent heat of fusion as
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4. Define specific latent heat of vaporization as .
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31(4)Ch.4.2
Evaporation		1. Realise the occurrence of evaporation below boiling point。111
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