STEM FESTIVAL PRIMER

STEMify, one of the most progressive groups for STEM students, has been devoted to bringing Science and Technology closer to the general public. It was established in 2019 by goal-oriented students of various communities across the nation. We, the STEMify constituents, are people of integrity and compassion. We build strong alliances, equipping us to become servant- leaders for the country.

The STEMify Festival, debuting this year, aims to challenge the understanding of specialized subjects in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Series of quiz competitions will place the delegates' proficiency of general science and/or basic engineering to the optimum test.

The competition is open to all junior and senior high school students of any year level and track, as well as first-year undergraduate students of any degree programs. There is no maximum limit for the number of participants per school.



Molecules of Cells Cell Division Organic Molecules Mendel’s Laws Cell Structure and Non-Mendelian Inheritance Functions Cellular Respiration Central Dogma Animal Tissues and Photosynthesis Development Membrane Structure and Plant Tissues and Function Development Human Organ Systems Darwin and Evolution Hierarchy of Living Ecosystems and The Organisms Environment

The Universe and The Earth Rock Deformation Plate Tectonics Geohazards Minerals Rock Cycle Non-renewable Resources Groundwater Igneous Rocks and Processes Renewable Resources Sedimentary Rocks and Historical Geology Processes Climate Change Metamorphism and Metamorphic Rocks

Matter Thermochemistry Quantum Theory Solid, Liquids, and Gases Chemical Periodicity Chemical Bonding Phase Changes Molecular Geometry Solutions Stoichiometry Acids and Bases Nuclear Chemistry

Functions and Graphs Trigonometric Functions Simple and Compound Polar Coordinate System Curves Simple and General Combinatorics Annuities Conic Sections Limits Systems of Nonlinear Continuity and Equations Differentiability Binomial Theorem Derivatives Circular Functions Applications of Derivatives Antiderivatives Riemann Integral Series and Mathematical Induction

Measurement and Vectors Sound and Hearing Kinematics Periodic Motion Newton’s Laws of Motion Mechanical Waves Work, Energy, and Power Heat and Thermodynamics Energy Conservation Electrostatics Momentum, Impulse, and Electrodynamics Collisions Magnetic Forces and Rotation of Rigid Bodies Torques Dynamics of Rotational Electromagnetic Induction Motion Light and Optics Equilibrium and Elasticity Gravitation Fluid Mechanics

1. The STEMify Festival comprises five competitions: Biology Twister, Geology Twister, Chemistry Twister, Mathematics Twister, and Physics Twister. Participants can join one or more categories depending on their subscription. 2. The competition will be done individually. Any form of cheating or any act of dishonesty concerning the competition will be subjected to immediate disqualification. 3. Participants should have one gadget (e.g., smartphone, tablet, desktop, or laptop), data or internet connection, working browsing app, scratch papers, and non-programmable scientific calculator to use throughout the competition. 4. The competition is composed of two stages: Eliminations and Finals. For the Final Round, a whiteboard and a marker will be required. At least 20 clean white sheets of paper (½ the size of short/A4) may be used as an alternative.

1. The Elimination Round is in the form of an individual exam taken through Testmoz. 2. The passcode and link for the exam will be disseminated through email. The participants will be able to take the exam within the twenty-four (24) hour window time. 3. There will be thirty (30) multiple-choice questions from each subject area accessible for 120 minutes (for Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics) and 60 minutes (for Geology and Biology). 4. Once faced with an internet fluctuation, the time will still run, but the participant can still return to the exam as long as there is still time left. 5. The top ten (10) participants with the highest scores will proceed to the final round. Any ties will be resolved by comparing the time elapsed for the exam.

1. The Final Round will be done via Zoom meeting. 2. It is divided into three rounds: Easy, Average, and Difficult. 3. Questions will be flashed on the screen one at a time. 4. The quizmaster will read the question twice. The timer will start right after the last word of the second reading. 5. Each participant is required to raise their final answer right after the quizmaster says, “boards up.” 6. There will be five (5) easy questions (30 seconds, 1 point each), five (5) average questions (60 seconds, 2 points each), and five (5) difficult questions (90 seconds, 3 points each). 7. There will be no deductions for incorrect and missing answers.

8. Whenever applicable, answers must be expressed based on the rules of significant figures (unless otherwise stated). 9. Whenever applicable, misspelled answers will be deemed incorrect. 10. Whenever applicable, answers with no (wrong) unit of measurement will also be deemed incorrect. 11. Any protest must be raised before the reading of the next question and will be resolved by the panel of judges. The decision made by the panel is final and irrevocable. 12. Participants will be declared as 1st Place, 2nd Place, and 3rd Place based on their cumulative score. 13. Any ties will be resolved through clincher questions.

1. Questions in the Clincher Round will either be an identification (Biology, Geology) or problem-solving (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics) type. 2. As soon as the question is flashed, participants can answer. The first contestant to raise his/her board, provided the answer was correct, will win the clincher round.

❖ The Top Scorers in Elimination round for each Category (Biology, Geology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics) will receive E-Certificate as an Award signed by the Facilitators. ❖ Third highest score participant for each category in the Final Round will receive E-Certificate + 100 pesos. ❖ Second highest score participant for each category in the Final Round will receive E-Certificate + 150 pesos. ❖ First highest score participant for each category in the Final Round will receive E-Certificate + 200 pesos. ❖ In addition, all participants who joined shall receive an E-Certificate for participating in the said event.

EVENT SCHEDULE Registration Period January 29, 2022 – February 10, 2022 ELIMINATIONS Biology Twister February 12, 2022 Geology Twister February 19, 2022 Chemistry Twister February 26, 2022 Mathematics Twister March 5, 2022 Physics Twister March 12, 2022 FINALS Biology Twister March 19, 2022 Geology Twister March 26, 2022 Chemistry Twister April 2, 2022 Mathematics Twister April 9, 2022 Physics Twister April 16, 2022

Calvin John I. Pontawe 3rd Year BS Metallurgical Engineering University of the Philippines — Diliman Maria Juliana L. Abaca 2nd Year BS Civil Engineering Batangas State University — Alangilan

Jenz Nielsen V. Agujitas Grade 11 – STEM University of Perpetual Help System — Pueblo de Panay Campus Maria Juliana L. Abaca 2nd Year BS Civil Engineering Batangas State University — Alangilan France Khalil S. Romero 2nd Year BS Computer Engineering Batangas State University — Alangilan

James Bernard B. Monteza Grade 11 HUMSS Pagadian City Science High School James D. Nerbis 1st Year BS Pharmaceutical Sciences University of the Philippines — Manila Baisahara Lauban 2nd Year BS Fisheries Mindanao State University — Maguindanao Jorielyn R. Velasco Grade 12 STEM San Mateo Senior High School Mercie Grace V. Buen 2nd Year BS Medical Laboratory Science Lorma Colleges

Welfred A. Pacabes 1st Year BS Meteorology Visayas State University Malria Samantha Jeanette B. Candava 1st Year BS Pharmacy PHINMA Southwestern University Charles Oneil O. Amargo 2nd Year BS Electronics and Communications Engineering Eastern Visayas State University Justine Gino F. Fieldad Grade 12 STEM San Juan National High School Xy Aldrae Murillo Grade 11 STEM Bicol University — High School Department

Mark Benedick D. Topinio 3rd Year BSEd Sciences Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Valenzuela Benedick D. Feliciano Grade 12 STEM Parañaque National High School — Main John Angelo R. Noche 2nd Year BS Chemistry University of the Philippines — Los Baños Christian Dave A. Bernaldez 3rd Year BS Chemical Engineering Bicol University King John Richard III P. Dagat 3rd Year BS Chemistry University of Southern Mindanao

Kurt R. Ecaranum Grade 12 STEM San Jose Litex Senior High School Kimberly Gonzales 3rd Year BS Civil Engineering Technological Institute of the Philippines — Quezon City Maria Sophia Ysabel B. Enriquez Grade 12 STEM Gordon College Dorotheo Labaclado 1st Year BS Civil Engineering National University — Manila Mark Allen Mendoza 2nd Year BS Civil Engineering Bulacan State University

Aris Rey Q. Lopez 2nd Year BS Civil Engineering Mapua University — Intramuros Marlon Cabarrubias 3rd Year BS CIvil Engineering President Ramon Magsaysay State University John Kyrie Elieson M. Bunsay Grade 11 STEM Romblon National High School Joshua Paul Andrae A. Origenes Grade 11 STEM Mapua University — Intramuros Mark James Broqueza 1st Year BS Geodetic Engineering University of the Philippines — Diliman