Unit Award Scheme

119551 SCIENCE: INVESTIGATING FRICTION AND ITS USES

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

experienced

1exploring the texture of different surfacesSummary sheet
2investigating how changing the surface of a ramp affects the time taken for an object to roll down itSummary sheet
3investigating the force needed to pull an object along different surfacesSummary sheet
4opening a jar with dry hands, wet hands and hands covered in a lubricant, eg cooking oilSummary sheet

shown knowledge of

5the fact that objects move more slowly along rough surfaces than smooth surfacesSummary sheet
6an example of friction being useful in everyday life, eg brakesSummary sheet
7an example of where friction is reduced in every day life, eg ice skatingSummary sheet
8what is caused by frictionSummary sheet

demonstrated the ability to

9make predictions for a friction investigation.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 22 September 2023Level - Level One