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112
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Unlimited Duration
Lectures
54
Videos
3 hours, 25 minutes
Updated
January 20, 2026
Physical Sciences Grade 10 | VirtualX MasterClass – Course Module 1 introduces students to the fundamental concepts of Mechanics, including motion, energy, and graphical representation of data. This course provides learners with a solid foundation in understanding how objects move, the forces that act on them, and how energy is conserved in physical systems.
Through interactive lessons, hands-on exercises, real-world problem-solving scenarios, and assessments, students will develop the ability to analyse motion, work with key physics equations, and apply conservation laws to mechanical systems.
The module is designed to enhance students’ scientific reasoning, data interpretation, and practical problem-solving skills using real-world applications.
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This course consists of seven structured lessons, each designed to introduce key principles of Mechanics.
Lesson 1: Scalars and Vectors – Definitions and Differences
- Understanding the difference between scalar and vector quantities.
- Examples of scalars (distance, speed, mass) and vectors (displacement, velocity, force).
- Graphical representation of vectors.
Lesson 2: Motion in One Dimension (Position, Distance, and Displacement)
- Defining position, distance, and displacement.
- Understanding motion along a straight line.
- Difference between distance and displacement.
Lesson 3: Speed and Velocity (Average and Instantaneous)
- Definition of speed and velocity.
- Difference between speed and velocity (scalar vs. vector).
- Calculating average and instantaneous velocity.
Lesson 4: Acceleration – Positive and Negative Changes in Velocity
- Understanding acceleration as the rate of change of velocity.
- Positive and negative acceleration (speeding up vs. slowing down).
- Graphical representation of acceleration.
Lesson 5: Graphs of Motion (Position-Time, Velocity-Time, and Acceleration-Time Graphs)
- Interpreting position-time graphs and velocity-time graphs.
- Understanding acceleration-time graphs.
- Analysing motion using graph slopes.
Lesson 6: Energy (Gravitational Potential, Kinetic, and Mechanical Energy)
- Defining kinetic energy, potential energy, and mechanical energy.
- Energy transformations in moving objects.
- Applying energy conservation principles.
Lesson 7: Conservation of Mechanical Energy
- Understanding the principle of conservation of mechanical energy.
- Energy transfer between kinetic and potential energy.
- Real-life applications of mechanical energy conservation.
Each lesson includes interactive activities, quizzes, problem-solving case studies, and assessments to reinforce learning and engagement.
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- Lesson 1: Scalars and Vectors – Definitions and Differences 00:05:00
- Lesson 2: Motion in One Dimension (Position, Distance, and Displacement) 00:05:00
- Lesson 3: Speed and Velocity (Average and Instantaneous) 00:05:00
- Lesson 4: Acceleration: Positive and Negative Changes in Velocity 00:05:00
- Lesson 5: Graphs of Motion (Position-Time, Velocity-Time, and Acceleration-Time Graphs) 00:06:00
- Lesson 6: Energy (Gravitational Potential, Kinetic, and Mechanical Energy) 00:05:00
- Lesson 7: Conservation of Mechanical Energy 00:05:00
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- Lesson 1: Transverse and Longitudinal Waves (Definitions and Properties) 00:04:00
- Lesson 2: Wave Speed – Calculations and Practical Demonstrations 00:05:00
- Lesson 3: Properties of Sound – Pitch, Loudness, and Quality 00:05:00
- Lesson 4: Ultrasound and Its Applications 00:05:00
- Lesson 5: Electromagnetic Radiation – Dual Nature and the EM Spectrum 00:05:00
- Lesson 1: Magnetism – Poles, Magnetic Fields, and Earth’s Magnetic Field 00:04:00
- Lesson 2: Electrostatics – Two Types of Charges and Charge Interactions 00:04:00
- Lesson 3: Electric Circuits – Voltage, Current, and Resistance 00:04:00
- Lesson 4: Resistors in Series and Parallel 00:04:00
- Lesson 1: Physical vs. Chemical Change 00:04:00
- Lesson 2: Representing Reactions with Balanced Chemical Equations 00:04:00
- Lesson 3: Reactions in Aqueous Solutions (Electrolytes, Precipitation) 00:04:00
- Lesson 4: Stoichiometry (The Mole Concept) 00:04:00
- Lesson 5: Mole Ratios in Balanced Equations 00:04:00
- Lesson 6: Practical – Quantitative Reactions and Conservation of Mass 00:03:00
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Motion in One Dimension 00:04:00
- Lesson 2: Acceleration and Velocity-Time Graphs 00:04:00
- Lesson 3: Equations of Motion for Constant Acceleration 00:04:00
- Lesson 4: Free Fall and Vertical Motion 00:04:00
- Lesson 5: Practical – Analysing Straight-Line Motion 00:04:00
- Lesson 1: Endothermic and Exothermic Reactions 00:03:00
- Lesson 2: Activation Energy and Energy Diagrams 00:03:00
- Lesson 3: Practical – Observing Energy Changes in Reactions 00:03:00
- Lesson 1: The Lithosphere – Structure and Composition 00:02:00
- Lesson 2: The Carbon Cycle – Carbon Movement in Earth Systems 00:03:00
- Lesson 3: Practical – Modelling the Carbon Cycle and Earth Systems 00:03:00
