NST2601
Assignment 2 2025
Unique #:
Due Date: 29 May 2025
Detailed solutions, explanations, workings
and references.
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, QUESTION 1
1.1.1 Scientist
A scientist is a person who studies the natural world and works to gain knowledge
through observation, experiments, and research. Scientists explore topics like
biology, chemistry, physics, and geology to understand how things work. Famous
scientists such as Charles Darwin and Charles Lyell made important discoveries that
changed how people view the world. Scientists use theories and evidence to explain
natural events and solve problems.
1.1.2 Indigenous Knowledge (IK)
Indigenous Knowledge (IK) refers to the wisdom, skills, and practices developed by
local communities over generations through their interaction with the environment.
This knowledge is passed down orally, visually, and practically through activities
such as farming, storytelling, healing, and crafting. It is deeply connected to culture,
language, and place, and it helps communities survive and adapt to their local
surroundings.
1.1.3 Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) (
The Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) is a national guideline
used in South African schools to organize what learners should be taught and how
they should be assessed. CAPS sets out the content and skills for each grade and
subject. It also includes aspects of Indigenous Knowledge to help learners relate
school education to their everyday experiences and cultures.
1.2.
1.2.1 Traditional Energy Sources
Traditional energy sources in indigenous communities mostly come from nature and
have been used for generations. The most common source of energy has been
wood, which is used mainly for cooking and heating. Slow-burning wood species are
Varsity Cube 2025 +27 81 278 3372
Assignment 2 2025
Unique #:
Due Date: 29 May 2025
Detailed solutions, explanations, workings
and references.
+27 81 278 3372
, QUESTION 1
1.1.1 Scientist
A scientist is a person who studies the natural world and works to gain knowledge
through observation, experiments, and research. Scientists explore topics like
biology, chemistry, physics, and geology to understand how things work. Famous
scientists such as Charles Darwin and Charles Lyell made important discoveries that
changed how people view the world. Scientists use theories and evidence to explain
natural events and solve problems.
1.1.2 Indigenous Knowledge (IK)
Indigenous Knowledge (IK) refers to the wisdom, skills, and practices developed by
local communities over generations through their interaction with the environment.
This knowledge is passed down orally, visually, and practically through activities
such as farming, storytelling, healing, and crafting. It is deeply connected to culture,
language, and place, and it helps communities survive and adapt to their local
surroundings.
1.1.3 Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) (
The Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) is a national guideline
used in South African schools to organize what learners should be taught and how
they should be assessed. CAPS sets out the content and skills for each grade and
subject. It also includes aspects of Indigenous Knowledge to help learners relate
school education to their everyday experiences and cultures.
1.2.
1.2.1 Traditional Energy Sources
Traditional energy sources in indigenous communities mostly come from nature and
have been used for generations. The most common source of energy has been
wood, which is used mainly for cooking and heating. Slow-burning wood species are
Varsity Cube 2025 +27 81 278 3372
