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GENERAL SCIENCE
Prerequisite: None
Time Allotment: 160 hours for one year, 4 hours per week
Quarter 1: Physics
Quarter 2: Chemistry
Quarter 3: Biology
Quarter 4: Earth and Space Science
PHYSICS IN DAILY LIFE
Prepared by: SHARA A. PULONG
CONTENT STANDARD:
Physics principles apply to numerous aspects of
everyday living
COMPETENCY
Identify various ways physics enhances our
quality of life across different areas, including
household activities, health and safety, work
productivity, and leisure.
OBJECTIVES
1. Identify physics principles in various real-life
scenarios.
2. Explain how physics improves quality of life in:
• Household activities
• Health and safety
• Work productivity
• Leisure and entertainment
3. Understand the importance and role of physics in
daily life
Physics
Physics is the science of matter and its
motion, space-time and energy. Physics
describes many forms of energy – such
as kinetic energy, electrical energy,
and mass and the way energy can
change from one form to another.
Everything surrounding us is made of
matter.
Importance of Physics
Physics is fundamental to understanding
our daily lives, impacting everything from
basic movements to advanced
technologies. It explains how things work,
from the simplest actions like walking to
the complexities of transportation,
communication, and medical
advancements.
TRANSPORTATION
Physics principles, like those
governing motion and forces,
are essential for understanding
how vehicles work, from cars
and bicycles to airplanes and
trains.
COMMUNICATION
Technologies like
smartphones, internet, and
email rely on physics,
particularly
electromagnetism, for
transmitting information.
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
Many medical diagnostic tools,
such as X-rays, MRI, and
ultrasound, are based on
physics principles, enabling
doctors to visualize and
understand internal body
issues.
ENERGY AND POWER
Physics explains how energy
is generated, transferred, and
used in various forms,
including electricity for our
homes, appliances, and
electronic devices.
EVERYDAY ACTIVITIES
Simple actions like walking,
running, and even cooking
involve physics concepts like
friction, motion, and heat
transfer.
MEDICAL APPLICATIONS
Physics principles are used
in various medical
treatments, like laser surgery
and radiation therapy.
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION:
Physics provides the
foundation for many
technologies we use daily,
including computers,
smartphones, and household
appliances.
UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD:
Physics helps us understand
the natural world, from the
movement of planets to the
behavior of light and sound.
PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS:
Studying physics hones
problem-solving and
analytical skills, which are
valuable in various aspects of
life and careers.
PHYSICS PRINCIPLES AND ITS APPLICATION TO
NUMEROUS ASPECTS OF EVERYDAY LIVING
PHYSICS IN HOUSEHOLD ACTIVITIES
Cooking: Heat transfer (conduction,
convection)
Refrigeration: Thermodynamics
Laundry: Centripetal force in spin
cycles
Lighting: Electric circuits and optics
PHYSICS IN HEALTH AND SAFETY

X-rays, MRI: Use of electromagnetic
waves
Helmets and airbags: Impact and
momentum
Smoke alarms: Radioactive materials
and circuits
PHYSICS IN WORK PRODUCTIVITY
Power tools: Torque and mechanics
Air conditioning: Thermodynamics
Office lighting: Energy-efficient
systems
PHYSICS IN LEISURE AND RECREATION
 Bicycling and sports: Forces and
motion
 Music: Sound waves and resonance
 Mobile phones and TVs:
Electromagnetic waves
GROUP ACTIVITY
Task: Identify physics in your
environment
1. List 3 items or activities at home or
school
2. Describe what physics principle is
involved
3. Share your findings in a group
discussion
REFLECTION AND WRAP-UP

What did you learn about the presence
of physics in your life?
 How can understanding physics help
you in your daily choices?
What surprised you the most about
today’s lesson?