Year 10 physics
Every topic for the year is below, arranged by the term it is taught. Choose a term to show only that term: each topic has a lesson video, worked questions and practice at three levels.
Autumn term
- PhysicsMotion and forcesScalars and vectors, speed, velocity and acceleration, v squared = u squared + 2as, motion graphs, Newton’s laws, terminal velocity, stopping distances, and work done and power.100 questionsLesson video
- PhysicsRadioactivity and nuclear physicsThe nuclear atom and isotopes, alpha, beta and gamma radiation, nuclear equations, half-life and decay graphs, contamination and irradiation, uses and hazards, and nuclear fission and fusion.100 questionsLesson video
Spring term
- PhysicsElectrical circuits and mains electricityCurrent, potential difference and resistance, I–V graphs of components, thermistors and LDRs, series and parallel circuits, mains electricity, a.c. and d.c., plug wiring and electrical safety, and power and energy transfer.100 questionsLesson video
- PhysicsElectromagnetic waves and the universeThe electromagnetic spectrum, how each wave interacts with matter, uses and dangers, radio waves and alternating currents, and the Big Bang, red-shift and the expanding universe.100 questionsLesson video