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The Map
Explain uses, types and features of map as a foundation
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Introduction to Map
Components of a Map
Types of Maps
Different Uses of Maps
Symbols and Signs on a Map
Features and Places Using Grid References
Large Scale and Small Scale Maps
Other Map Skills
SOLAR SYSTEM
Explain about planets, developments in the solar system and revolution
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Explain the term “Solar System”
Conditions for a Body to Qualify as a Planet
Explain new developments related to the solar system
Planets and Their Characteristics
Relate the position of the Earth to the Sun
4. Explain the shape of the Earth
5. Explain movements of the Earth
Explain the results of Earth’s movements
Summary Table for Quick Revision
HYDROSPHERE
Explains meaning of hydrosphere, features and ways to manage hydrological cycle
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Explain the term “hydrosphere”
Main parts of the hydrosphere:
2. Explain the main features and processes of the hydrological cycle
Main Features (Parts) of the Hydrological Cycle:
3. Explain the importance of the hydrological cycle
4. Suggest ways of maintaining the hydrological cycle
BONUS: Factors that can disturb the hydrological cycle
ATMOSPHERE
Details layers of atmosphere, composition of gases and ways to protect atmosphere
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1. Explain the term “atmosphere”
Composition of gases in the atmosphere
3. Describe the layers of the atmosphere
Explain the importance of the atmosphere
Activities That Endanger the Atmosphere
Ways to Protect the Atmosphere
Weather and Climate
Define weather, climate, elements of weather, factors affecting temperature, weather instruments and recording data from weather stations
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Explain the terms “weather” and “climate”
Explain the elements of weather and factors that affect them
Explain factors that affect the elements of weather
Identify instruments used to measure elements of weather
Interpret weather data and symbols
BIOSPHERE
What is Biosphere, components and factors that endanger Biosphere
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What is the biosphere?
Identify the components of the biosphere
Explain the importance of the biosphere
Identify and analyze problems affecting the biosphere
Suggest ways of maintaining the biosphere
Geography Form 1

Explain new developments related to the solar system

A. New Developments in the Solar System:

  1. Change in Number of Planets

    • Before: 9 planets

    • Now: 8 planets (Pluto is now called a dwarf planet)

    • The 8 planets:

      • Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

  2. Discovery of Dwarf Planets

    • These are small planet-like objects.

    • Examples: Pluto, Eris, Ceres

  3. Inclination and Tilt of Planets

    • Planets are not straight; they tilt on their axes.

    • Earth’s tilt is about 23.5°, which causes seasons.

  4. Pole Shifts

    • Scientists have observed slight movements of Earth’s magnetic poles.

    • These shifts may affect climate and compass directions in the long term.

  5. New Moons and Planets

    • More moons and small planets have been discovered using powerful telescopes.

  6. Space Missions

    • Rovers and satellites sent to Mars, Moon, and other planets to explore.

    • Examples: NASA’s Perseverance rover on Mars.

  7. Study of Exoplanets

    • Exoplanets are planets outside our solar system.

Scientists are now discovering hundreds of exoplanets.

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