Distance Learning Courses | Grades 9–12

Science 9: Physical Science

Course Description

Physical Science encourages students to see matter and energy as part of God’s creation. Students first study elementary chemistry, discussing the structure and interactions of matter and defining chemical and nuclear energy. Then they focus on elementary physics and the other six forms of energy. This is a laboratory course that includes many hands-on experiments and demonstrations. Wherever possible, experiments will make use of locally available items, but some required laboratory items will need to be ordered.

Recommended Viewing Schedule

five 45-minute lessons per week; approximately 170 lessons per year

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Other Ninth Grade Classes

Bible 9 | Geography | English 9 | Algebra 1

Student Text

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Physical Science (4th ed.) introduces physics, chemistry and the philosophy of science. The curriculum meets all applicable national science education standards and is updated and restructured with new photos and illustrations.

 
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Meet the Instructor

Mr. Bill Harmon, BS

Mr. Bill Harmon, a course instructor for BJU Press Distance LearningBill Harmon has loved science for as long as he can remember. After completing his B.S. in Chemistry, he returned to Florida where he gained experience teaching a variety of subjects: science, math, Latin, and computer courses. Now he works as a chemist in the Safety Services Office at BJU, teaches BJ LINC Physics and Chemistry, and teaches Chemistry at Bob Jones Academy. He is currently pursuing an M.Ed. in Secondary Education. He and his wife Mary Ann have two children, Brian and Janette. His favorite Bible verse is II Timothy 3:14.

 

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