Basic 8Basic 8 Science NotesOpen a topic to read the notes, copy the key parts into your notebook and do the exercises.Term PreparationPreparing for the Term in ScienceIn this topic you will prepare for the term by recalling scientific skills, working safely in the laboratory and practising how to observe, investigate, record and present findings.MixturesTypes of MixturesIn this topic you will identify types of mixtures by name and characteristics, including homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures, solutions, suspensions and colloids.Separation of MixturesSeparating MixturesIn this topic you will design and perform processes for separating kinds of mixtures, using methods based on differences in particle size, density, solubility, boiling point and other properties.The Carbon CycleThe Carbon CycleIn this topic you will describe the process of the carbon cycle, explain how carbon moves between living things, the air, soil and oceans, and discuss human effects on the cycle.Life Cycle of the Anopheles MosquitoThe Anopheles MosquitoIn this topic you will describe the life cycle and economic importance of the Anopheles mosquito, and discuss its impact on human beings and how it can be controlled.Mammalian ToothThe Mammalian ToothIn this topic you will identify the parts of a mammalian tooth, describe the types of teeth and discuss the functions of incisors, canines, premolars and molars.Tooth and Gum DecayTooth and Gum DecayIn this topic you will explain the causes and stages of tooth decay and gum disease, and learn the steps needed to prevent them.Energy ConversionEnergy ConversionIn this topic you will describe forms of energy and energy conversion, and discuss why the conversion of energy matters in daily life and in national development.Renewable and Non-Renewable EnergyRenewable and Non-Renewable EnergyIn this topic you will describe renewable and non-renewable forms of energy, and demonstrate how sources of renewable energy can be managed sustainably.Heat and TemperatureHeat, Temperature and Electricity TransmissionIn this topic you will discuss the differences and the relationship between heat and temperature in the environment, and explain how electricity is transmitted from power stations to users.Term RevisionTerm Revision in ScienceIn this topic you will recall and summarise what you have learned this term about mixtures, cycles, teeth, energy, heat and electricity, and practise end-of-term questions.Term ProjectTerm Project in ScienceIn this topic you will apply the term's learning through a science project, using observation, investigation, recording and presentation of findings.