Singapore · MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Secondary 2 Science
This course explores the complex interactions within physical and biological systems. Students investigate the nature of matter, the mechanics of human systems, and the impact of human activity on the global environment through evidence based inquiry.
Atomic Structure and Chemical Bonding
Students delve into the subatomic world to understand how the arrangement of particles defines the identity and behavior of matter.
Exploration of protons, neutrons, and electrons and how their arrangement determines atomic identity.
Investigation into how atoms gain or lose particles to become charged or change mass.
Understanding how atoms bond together to create the diverse substances found in the universe.
Interactions within the Human Digestive System
A deep dive into the mechanical and chemical processes that transform food into energy and nutrients for the body.
Distinguishing between the physical breakdown of food and the molecular changes driven by enzymes.
Studying the specific roles of enzymes in breaking down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
Examining how the small intestine facilitates the movement of nutrients into the bloodstream.
Transport Systems in Living Things
Comparing how nutrients, gases, and wastes are moved across different biological scales in plants and humans.
Investigating the heart, blood vessels, and blood as a localized transport network.
Understanding how water and minerals move up while sugars move down in vascular plants.
Analyzing the cellular mechanisms that allow substances to cross membranes.
Human Reproduction and Sexual Health
Exploring the biological processes of reproduction, the changes during puberty, and the importance of responsible choices.
Detailed study of the male and female reproductive organs and their functions.
Tracing the journey from a single zygote to a complex multicellular organism.
Discussing the physical and emotional changes during adolescence and the prevention of STIs.
Electrical Systems and Circuits
An investigation into the flow of charge, the components of circuits, and the safe use of electricity in homes.
Defining the core variables of electricity and their mathematical relationships.
Designing and analyzing different circuit configurations and their practical applications.
Examining the hazards of electricity and how to measure and reduce energy usage.
Interactions within Ecosystems
Studying the flow of energy and cycling of nutrients in nature and the impact of human technology on environmental balance.
Analyzing how energy is transferred from the sun through producers to various levels of consumers.
Investigating how structural and behavioral adaptations allow organisms to thrive in specific environments.
Evaluating the consequences of pollution, deforestation, and climate change on global biodiversity.