A level physics

This glossary covers fundamental physics concepts essential for GCSE-level study. It explains motion (speed, velocity, acceleration), distance-time and velocity-time graphs, Newton’s laws, momentum, and forces including friction, gravity, and terminal velocity. Topics include scalar and vector quantities, thinking and braking distances, crash safety (seat belts, crumple zones, airbags), moments and center of gravity, Hooke’s law, and elastic limits. Astronomy concepts such as galaxies, stars...

This document covers a full set of physics revision notes including definitions, equations, units, required practicals, circuit components, electricity, forces, motion, energy, waves, electromagnetism, astronomy, and Paper 2–specific material. It provides short question-and-answer style explanations, practical methods, and summaries of key principles for exam preparation. It is a comprehensive set of notes suitable for students revising major physics topics and aligns with common secondary-le...

This comprehensive revision guide covers all essential concepts of waves and electromagnetic radiation, including transverse and longitudinal waves, wave properties, reflection, refraction, and the whole electromagnetic spectrum. It explains practical applications, from radio communications and microwaves to medical uses like X-rays and gamma rays, as well as safety considerations. Clear definitions, diagrams, and formulas make this guide ideal for exam preparation, offering students a complete,...

This all-in-one physics revision guide consolidates key concepts, formulas, and principles across mechanics, energy, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, waves, light, and nuclear physics. Designed for easy reference and exam preparation, it explains definitions, laws, and equations clearly, with practical examples and real-world applications. From the basics of forces and energy transfer to advanced topics like nuclear fission, electromagnetic waves, and the motor effect, this guide ensures ...

This all-in-one physics guide consolidates essential concepts across mechanics, energy, thermodynamics, waves, optics, electricity, magnetism, and nuclear physics. It provides clear definitions, formulas, units, and practical examples for each topic, making it ideal for students preparing for exams or needing a quick reference. From calculating speed, acceleration, and forces, to understanding electromagnetic waves, energy transfers, AC/DC circuits, and radioactive decay, this guide organizes ph...

This comprehensive guide covers fundamental and advanced physics concepts, designed for students and enthusiasts seeking a clear and concise understanding of the subject. Topics include the six major divisions of physics, mechanics, motion, Newton’s laws, heat and thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, and atomic and nuclear physics. Key formulas, constants, and rules are highlighted for easy reference. Whether preparing for exams or building a foundational knowledge, this guide provides a...

This comprehensive guide covers the fundamentals of energy, forces, electricity, waves, and nuclear physics. It explains the types of energy stores—kinetic, thermal, gravitational, chemical, and nuclear —and the principles of conservation of energy, energy transfer, and efficiency. Key formulas for kinetic energy, potential energy, work, power, and specific heat capacity are provided, along with methods to reduce energy dissipation. In electricity, the guide details current, voltage, resi...

This guide explores the fundamentals of energy, heat, and temperature, detailing how energy is stored, transferred, and conserved. Key concepts such as specific heat capacity, latent heat, and insulation explain how energy affects materials and improves efficiency. The guide also covers wave behavior—including transverse and longitudinal waves, reflection, refraction, diffraction, and total internal reflection—and the electromagnetic spectrum, with applications in optical fibers, wireless te...

Physics studies the behavior of matter, energy, and the forces acting upon them. Objects have mass and weight, and their stability depends on the center of mass and base area. Forces can be contact or distant, producing acceleration, moments, or friction, and follow Newton’s laws of motion. Moving objects have momentum, and energy exists in multiple forms including kinetic, potential, chemical, electrical, nuclear, magnetic, light, sound, and heat, which obey the principle of conservation of e...

This comprehensive physics guide explores the fundamental principles that govern the universe — from the forces that move objects to the energy transformations that sustain motion and life. It covers essential topics, including mechanics, energy conservation, electricity, magnetism, and waves, as well as advanced concepts such as nuclear fission and electromagnetic induction. With clear definitions, equations, and practical examples, this summary serves as a complete roadmap for mastering phys...