Physics Notes (Easy to Study)
Mechanics
Kinematics:
• Speed = distance / time
• Velocity = displacement / time
• Acceleration = ∆velocity / ∆time
• Equations of motion: v = u + at, s = ut + ½at², v² = u² + 2as
Newton’s Laws:
1. Law of Inertia
2. F = ma
3. Action-Reaction
Work, Energy, Power:
• Work = Force × displacement × cosθ
• KE = ½mv², PE = mgh
• Power = Work / time
Waves & Oscillations
• Wave speed: v = fλ
• Transverse vs Longitudinal waves
• SHM equation: x = A sin(ωt)
• Time period: T = 2π√(m/k)
Thermodynamics
• Zeroth Law: Thermal equilibrium
• First Law: ∆U = Q – W
• Second Law: Entropy increases
• Heat transfer: conduction, convection, radiation
Electricity & Magnetism
• Ohm’s Law: V = IR
• Power: P = VI = I²R = V²/R
• Series: R_total = R■ + R■ + …
• Parallel: 1/R_total = 1/R■ + 1/R■ + …
• Coulomb’s Law: F = k q■q■ / r²
• Magnetic Force: F = qvB sinθ
Modern Physics
• Photoelectric effect: E = hf – ϕ
• Einstein’s relativity: E = mc²
• Nuclear radiation: α, β, γ
Study Tips
• Learn formulas first, then practice problems
• Use diagrams for clarity
• Make flashcards for equations & laws
• Solve past exam papers