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Edexcel GCSE Combined Science · 1SC0

Physics

Papers 5 and 6 · 42 notes

Understand the fundamental principles and applications of physics as outlined in the Combined Science specification.

Topic 1 Key physics concepts

Units and standard form Free

Topic 2 Motion and forces

Vectors and scalars Pro
Distance, velocity, and acceleration 2 notes
- Speed, distance–time graphs and measuring speed Pro
- Acceleration equations and velocity–time graphs Pro
Newton's laws and weight 2 notes
- Newton’s laws and changes in motion Pro
- Weight and gravitational field strength Pro
Momentum and stopping distances 2 notes
- Newton’s third law and momentum Pro
- Reaction times, stopping distances and road safety Pro

Topic 3 Conservation of energy

Energy stores and transfers 2 notes
- Energy stores, transfers and conservation Pro
- Energy dissipation and efficiency Pro
Energy sources Pro

Topic 4 Waves

Wave properties and velocity Pro
Refraction and material interaction 2 notes
- Refraction and wavelength-dependent interactions Pro
- Core practical: evaluating wave-measurement equipment Pro

Topic 5 Light and the electromagnetic spectrum

Electromagnetic spectrum 2 notes
- Electromagnetic waves and the spectrum Pro
- Electromagnetic waves in matter and the refraction core practical Pro
Effects and uses of EM waves Pro

Topic 6 Radioactivity

Atomic models and isotopes Pro
Radioactive decay and radiation 3 notes
Half-life and radiation hazards 2 notes
- Activity and half-life Pro
- Radiation hazards and safety Pro

Topic 8 Energy and work

Work and energy transfers 2 notes
- Energy stores, transfers and conservation Pro
- Work done, gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy Pro
Power and efficiency Pro

Topic 9 Forces and their effects

Forces and vector diagrams Pro

Topic 10 Electricity and circuits

Current, voltage, and resistance 3 notes
Circuit components and energy transfer 2 notes
- Circuit calculations and component investigations Pro
- Resistance, heating and energy transfer Pro
Domestic electricity and power 2 notes
- Electrical energy, power and domestic appliances Pro
- A.c., d.c. and mains electricity safety Pro

Topic 12 Magnetism and the motor effect

Magnets and magnetic fields 2 notes
- Magnets, magnetic fields and compasses Pro
- Magnetic fields from currents and solenoids Pro
Motor effect and Fleming's rule Pro

Topic 13 Electromagnetic induction

Transformers and the national grid Pro

Topic 14 Particle model

Density and thermal properties 2 notes
- States of matter and density Pro
- Heating, specific heat capacity and latent heat Pro
Gas pressure and temperature Pro

Topic 15 Forces and matter

Elasticity and springs Pro

Edexcel GCSE Combined Science · 1SC0

Physics

Papers 5 and 6 · 42 notes

Understand the fundamental principles and applications of physics as outlined in the Combined Science specification.

Topic 1 Key physics concepts

Units and standard form Free

Topic 2 Motion and forces

Vectors and scalars Pro
Distance, velocity, and acceleration 2 notes
- Speed, distance–time graphs and measuring speed Pro
- Acceleration equations and velocity–time graphs Pro
Newton's laws and weight 2 notes
- Newton’s laws and changes in motion Pro
- Weight and gravitational field strength Pro
Momentum and stopping distances 2 notes
- Newton’s third law and momentum Pro
- Reaction times, stopping distances and road safety Pro

Topic 3 Conservation of energy

Energy stores and transfers 2 notes
- Energy stores, transfers and conservation Pro
- Energy dissipation and efficiency Pro
Energy sources Pro

Topic 4 Waves

Wave properties and velocity Pro
Refraction and material interaction 2 notes
- Refraction and wavelength-dependent interactions Pro
- Core practical: evaluating wave-measurement equipment Pro

Topic 5 Light and the electromagnetic spectrum

Electromagnetic spectrum 2 notes
- Electromagnetic waves and the spectrum Pro
- Electromagnetic waves in matter and the refraction core practical Pro
Effects and uses of EM waves Pro

Topic 6 Radioactivity

Atomic models and isotopes Pro
Radioactive decay and radiation 3 notes
Half-life and radiation hazards 2 notes
- Activity and half-life Pro
- Radiation hazards and safety Pro

Topic 8 Energy and work

Work and energy transfers 2 notes
- Energy stores, transfers and conservation Pro
- Work done, gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy Pro
Power and efficiency Pro

Topic 9 Forces and their effects

Forces and vector diagrams Pro

Topic 10 Electricity and circuits

Current, voltage, and resistance 3 notes
Circuit components and energy transfer 2 notes
- Circuit calculations and component investigations Pro
- Resistance, heating and energy transfer Pro
Domestic electricity and power 2 notes
- Electrical energy, power and domestic appliances Pro
- A.c., d.c. and mains electricity safety Pro

Topic 12 Magnetism and the motor effect

Magnets and magnetic fields 2 notes
- Magnets, magnetic fields and compasses Pro
- Magnetic fields from currents and solenoids Pro
Motor effect and Fleming's rule Pro

Topic 13 Electromagnetic induction

Transformers and the national grid Pro

Topic 14 Particle model

Density and thermal properties 2 notes
- States of matter and density Pro
- Heating, specific heat capacity and latent heat Pro
Gas pressure and temperature Pro

Topic 15 Forces and matter

Elasticity and springs Pro