Progression Step 4 · Ages 11–14

Science

Chemical Reactions & Forces in Action

Signs of reaction, acids/alkalis intro and forces/speed calculations.

Observe safely, record results and use simple formulae where needed.

Reactions

Temperature change, gas, colour change, precipitate – evidence of change.

Acids and alkalis

pH scale idea; indicators; everyday examples.

Forces and speed

Speed = distance ÷ time. Unbalanced forces change motion.

Speed if 100 m in 20 s?

5 m/s.

Practice

  1. 1. Speed formula?

  2. 2. Name one sign of a chemical reaction.