NST1502 Assignment 4 PORTFOLIO (DETAILED ANSWERS) 2025 - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED

NST1502 Assignment 4 PORTFOLIO (DETAILED ANSWERS) 2025 - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED Answers, guidelines, workings and references ,... QUESTION 1 1.1 Define Kinetic energy. (2) 1.2 Explain how energy is transferred in an ecosystem. (2) 1.3 What is the main purpose of photosynthesis in plants? (2) 1.4 What is cellular respiration? (2) 1.5 Compare aerobic and anaerobic respiration. (4) 1.6 What is the role of ATP in cellular processes? (2) 1.7 Explain how ATP is synthesized in the mitochondria. (3) 1.8 What does ADP stand for? (1) 1.9 Explain the process of converting ADP to ATP. (2) 1.10 Insert a screenshot to show your contributions to one of the engagements in the first unit. (Take this from the discussion forum based on unit 1) (2) [22] QUESTION 2 State whether the statements below are True or False. 2.1 Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred or converted from one form to another. 2.2 Photosynthesis occurs in the mitochondria of plant cells. 2.3 Cellular respiration produces oxygen as a byproduct 2.4 ATP is the primary energy currency of the cell. 2.5 ADP has more stored energy than ATP. 2.6 A phylogenetic tree is used to show evolutionary relationships among species. 2.7. Human somatic cells are diploid, containing two sets of chromosomes. 2.8 Gametes are haploid cells, meaning they contain two sets of chromosomes. 2.9 Summative assessment is conducted during the learning process to provide ongoing feedback to students. [9x2=18] QUESTION 3 3.1 Using your understanding of the principles of evolution, analyze the evolutionary relationship between two hypothetical species, Species A and Species B. Species A is found in tropical rainforests, while Species B inhabits arid deserts. Consider the following components in your response: 4 3.1.1 Describe two specific adaptations each species has developed to survive in their respective environments. Explain how these adaptations enhance their survival and reproduction. (4) Distribution of marks: Identification of Adaptations 2 Explanation of Survival and Reproduction 2 3.1.2 Discuss the possible evolutionary mechanisms (e.g., natural selection, genetic drift, mutation) that could have led to the divergence of Species A and Species B from a common ancestor. Provide examples to illustrate your explanation. (4) Distribution of marks: Discussion of Mechanisms 2 Examples and Illustration 2 3.1.3 Insert a screenshot to show your contributions to one of the engagements in the first unit. (Take this from the discussion forum based on unit 2) (2) 3.2 Read the following statements and identify whether each one describes a formative or summative assessment. 3.2.1 A teacher provides ongoing feedback during a project to help students improve their work before the final submission. 3.2.2 At the end of the term, students take a comprehensive exam covering all the material studied throughout the course. 3.2.3 Students participate in peer-review sessions where they give and receive constructive feedback on their essays. 3.2.4 The final grade for the course is determined by a major research paper that students submit at the end of the semester. 3.2.5 A teacher uses weekly quizzes to gauge students' understanding of the material and adjust instruction accordingly. (5x2=10) [20] QUESTION 4 4.1 Talk to at least three people who speak different languages and find out the following: 4.1.1 What is the equivalent word for “universe” in their mother tongue? (6) Write down the word and specify the language. 4.1.2 Find out what they learned from their parents/grandparents about the stars and other heavenly bodies. (3) 4.1.3 Define “theory of relativity”. (1) 4.1.4 Insert a screenshot to show your contributions to one of the engagements in the first unit. (2) (Take this from the discussion forum based on unit 3) NST1502/101 5 [12] QUESTION 5 5.1 Differentiate between revolution and rotation. (2) 5.2 When considering revolution and rotation, which one creates day and night, and which one creates the seasons? (2) 5.3 Which planet is closest to the sun? (1) 5.4 Which planet is furthest from the sun? (1) 5.5 Insert a screenshot to show your contributions to one of the engagements in the first unit. (2) (Take this from the discussion forum based on unit 4) [8] QUESTION 6 6.1 Design a lesson plan based on “Heat transfer”. Your lesson plan should include clear objectives, teacher activities, learners’ activities, and assessments. Consider the following rubric when designing your lesson plan. Rubric Criteria Marks Objectives • Clear and measurable objectives stated. • Alignment with the strand 5 Teacher and learners’ activities • Engaging and interactive activities provided. • Promotion of learners’ participation and understanding. • Appropriateness for the grade/level of learners. 8 Resources and materials • Appropriate resources for the grade/level of learners. • Variety of resources and materials 2 Assessment • Clear description of assessment methods • Alignment with objectives • Effective measurement of learner’s learning 5 Total 20