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GRADE 10 · PHYSICAL SCIENCES
Study Guide
Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism — core concepts,
worked examples and exam-style practice with full
memos.
Term 1 · Mechanics Term 2 · Electricity & Magnetism
AUTHOR
Marothi Mohale 2026 Edition
,Perfect Tutorials
Grade 10 Physical Sciences Study Guide
Mechanics · Electricity & Magnetism
Author: Marothi Mohale
Publisher: Perfect Tutorials
Edition: 2026, First Edition
Curriculum: CAPS (Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement), South Africa
Subject: Physical Sciences, Grade 10
This study guide is produced by Perfect Tutorials for revision and teaching support.
All diagrams are marked as placeholders for the class teacher or learner to
complete during instruction. Formulae and terminology follow the CAPS Physical
Sciences curriculum.
© 2026 Perfect Tutorials. Compiled by Marothi Mohale for classroom and self-study use.
,C O N TENTS
Table of Contents
FRONT MATTER
How to Use This Guide 04
Exam Tips & Technique 05
TERM 1 — MECHANICS
Chapter 1 — Vectors and Scalars 08
Chapter 2 — Reference Frames, Distance & Displacement 16
Chapter 3 — Speed, Velocity, Acceleration & Motion Graphs 24
Chapter 4 — Forces, Newton's Laws & Momentum 36
TERM 2 — ELECTRICITY & MAGNETISM
Chapter 5 — Electrostatics 48
Chapter 6 — Electric Circuits 60
Chapter 7 — Magnetism & Electromagnetism 76
REFERENCE
Formula & Data Sheet 88
Command-Word Glossary 92
,F R O NT MAT T E R
How to Use This Guide
Each chapter builds concepts in the order they are taught in class, then gives you a full set
of exam-style practice questions with a memo. Work through a chapter in this order: read
the concept sections, study the worked examples, attempt the practice questions without
looking at the memo, then mark yourself.
Key Concept
A boxed definition or rule you should be able to state precisely in a test.
Worked Example
A full, marked solution showing the method you must show in an exam.
Exam Tip
A common mistake to avoid or a mark-scheme habit that earns easy marks.
Practice & Memo
Exam-style questions at the end of every chapter, with a full memo (marked answer) beneath.
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GRADE 10 · PHYSICAL SCIENCES
Study Guide
Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism — core concepts,
worked examples and exam-style practice with full
memos.
Term 1 · Mechanics Term 2 · Electricity & Magnetism
AUTHOR
Marothi Mohale 2026 Edition
,Perfect Tutorials
Grade 10 Physical Sciences Study Guide
Mechanics · Electricity & Magnetism
Author: Marothi Mohale
Publisher: Perfect Tutorials
Edition: 2026, First Edition
Curriculum: CAPS (Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement), South Africa
Subject: Physical Sciences, Grade 10
This study guide is produced by Perfect Tutorials for revision and teaching support.
All diagrams are marked as placeholders for the class teacher or learner to
complete during instruction. Formulae and terminology follow the CAPS Physical
Sciences curriculum.
© 2026 Perfect Tutorials. Compiled by Marothi Mohale for classroom and self-study use.
,C O N TENTS
Table of Contents
FRONT MATTER
How to Use This Guide 04
Exam Tips & Technique 05
TERM 1 — MECHANICS
Chapter 1 — Vectors and Scalars 08
Chapter 2 — Reference Frames, Distance & Displacement 16
Chapter 3 — Speed, Velocity, Acceleration & Motion Graphs 24
Chapter 4 — Forces, Newton's Laws & Momentum 36
TERM 2 — ELECTRICITY & MAGNETISM
Chapter 5 — Electrostatics 48
Chapter 6 — Electric Circuits 60
Chapter 7 — Magnetism & Electromagnetism 76
REFERENCE
Formula & Data Sheet 88
Command-Word Glossary 92
,F R O NT MAT T E R
How to Use This Guide
Each chapter builds concepts in the order they are taught in class, then gives you a full set
of exam-style practice questions with a memo. Work through a chapter in this order: read
the concept sections, study the worked examples, attempt the practice questions without
looking at the memo, then mark yourself.
Key Concept
A boxed definition or rule you should be able to state precisely in a test.
Worked Example
A full, marked solution showing the method you must show in an exam.
Exam Tip
A common mistake to avoid or a mark-scheme habit that earns easy marks.
Practice & Memo
Exam-style questions at the end of every chapter, with a full memo (marked answer) beneath.
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