English National Curriculum - Science Science
Mission Objectives
Describe why humans and society are dependent on natural resources
Explain how synthetic materials are made from natural resources
Evaluate the impact of synthetic objects on society and the environment
Words and meanings to learn
synthetic
a material or substance made by a chemical reaction
natural resources
materials which come from nature
alternative fuels
fuels other than petrol or diesel which can power a vehicle
microplastic
small pieces of plastic which have come from the break down of larger pieces of plastic
crude oil
unrefined oil composed of hydrocarbons and other organic products
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Resources: The handout and samples of different materials.
Core Handout: Table for students to complete with their research and questions to consider the environmental impact of using synthetic materials.
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