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Introduction to Key Concepts in Physics: Electricity, Motion, and Waves

Explore the fundamental concepts of physics through Ms. Gorman's SPH4U0A Class. This comprehensive overview covers essential topics including electricity—focusing on circuits and the principles of voltage, current, and resistance. Delve into kinematics, examining the laws of motion and the different types of forces at play. Discover the principles of energy, work, and power, alongside an introduction to waves and sound. This course integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring a solid grasp on the dynamic world of physics.

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Introduction to Key Concepts in Physics: Electricity, Motion, and Waves

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  1. Physics we *might* Know... Ms Gorman’s SPH4U0A Class

  2. Grade 9 • Electricity: flow of e- • Circuits: Series and Parallel • Voltage, Current, Resistance • Positive and negative charges • Methods of charging (contact, induction)

  3. Grade 10 • Light and Optics • Reflection and Refraction • Snell’s Law • Concave and Convex Mirrors and Lenses • Real and Virtual Images

  4. Kinematics • The Study of Motion • Scalars and Vectors • Distance • Displacement • Speed • Velocity • 5 BIG Equations • Projectile Motion • Motion Graphs • Free Fall

  5. Dynamics • Study of forces that cause motion • Newton’s Laws • Friction • Tension • Normal • Gravity • Applied Force • Net force = mass x acceleration

  6. Energy, Work and Power • Kinetic vs gravitational potential energy • Law of conservation of energy • Work = force x displacement (in direction of motion) • Thermal energy • Specific heat capacity • Power = work / time • Efficiency

  7. Waves and Sound • Longitudinal and Transverse waves • Doppler effect • Constructive and destructive interference • Resonance • Harmonics and Overtones • Frequency, period, amplitude • Air columns: open vs closed ends

  8. Electricity and Magnetism • Ohm’s Law and Kirchoff’s Law • Circuits: Series and Parallel • Power, Voltage, Current • Load and Resistance • Solenoids • Transformers • Magnets: north and south pole

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