QCA Scheme of Work: Science KS3 Unit 8G http://www.standards.dfes.gov.uk/schemes2/secondary_science/sci08g/ KS3 (England) Science Unit 8G: Rocks and weathering
This unit is part of the scheme of work the shows how the science programme of study (PoS) for key stage 3 can be managed more easily.
The scheme is not statutory; you can use as much or as little as you wish. You could use the whole scheme or individual units. The sections on using this scheme and sequencing the units can help you to decide how you want to use the scheme.
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1. What are rocks made of?
2. How does rain cause rocks to weather?
3. How do changes in temperature cause rocks to weather?
9. a. Why do sediments form layers?