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Physics- DP

Physics- DP

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IB Physics explores the fundamental laws of nature, from motion and energy to waves, fields, and the quantum structure of matter. The course emphasizes problem-solving, experimental design, and the application of mathematics to physical principles. Standard Level (SL) students study the five core themes, while Higher Level (HL) students extend their knowledge with advanced concepts such as relativity, thermodynamics, electromagnetic induction, and quantum physics. Together, the programme develops critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and scientific inquiry skills, preparing students to understand both the simplicity and complexity of the physical universe.

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Theme A: Space, Time and Motion

SL & HL Core:

  • Kinematics (motion graphs, SUVAT equations, projectile motion)
  • Forces and dynamics (Newton’s laws, friction, tension, weight, equilibrium)
  • Momentum (impulse, conservation of momentum, collisions)
  • Work, energy, and power (work-energy principle, efficiency, energy transformations)

HL Extensions:

  • Rigid body mechanics (torques, rotational dynamics, moment of inertia)
  • Galilean relativity
  • Special relativity (time dilation, length contraction, mass–energy equivalence E=mc²)

Theme B: The Particulate Nature of Matter

SL & HL Core:

  • Thermal physics (temperature, heat, internal energy, specific heat capacity, specific latent heat)
  • Gas laws (Boyle’s law, ideal gas equation PV = nRT)
  • Kinetic theory of gases (microscopic model of pressure & temperature)
  • Energy transfer and greenhouse effect
  • Electric current and circuits (Ohm’s law, resistance, resistivity, power, series/parallel circuits)

HL Extensions:

  • Thermodynamics (first and second laws, entropy, heat engines, Carnot cycle)

Theme C: Wave Behaviour

SL & HL Core:

  • The wave model (wave properties: wavelength, frequency, speed, amplitude)
  • Wave types (transverse vs longitudinal)
  • Reflection, refraction, diffraction
  • Standing waves (nodes, antinodes, resonance)
  • Doppler effect

HL Extensions:

  • Simple harmonic motion (period, frequency, amplitude, energy in oscillations)
  • Advanced wave phenomena (superposition, double-slit interference, diffraction grating, thin film interference, polarization)

Theme D: Fields

SL & HL Core:

  • Gravitational fields (Newton’s law of gravitation, g, potential energy)
  • Electric fields (Coulomb’s law, field strength, potential, equipotential surfaces, point charges)
  • Magnetic fields (force on moving charges, current-carrying wires, right-hand rule)
  • Motion of charges in electromagnetic fields (circular motion, applications in mass spectrometers, cyclotrons)

HL Extensions:

  • Electromagnetic induction (Faraday’s law, Lenz’s law, induced emf, AC generators, transformers)
  • Alternating currents (RMS values, phase difference, resonance in LCR circuits)

Theme E: Nuclear & Quantum Physics

SL & HL Core:

  • Structure of the atom (nucleus, isotopes, mass number, atomic number)
  • Nuclear reactions: fission & fusion, mass defect, binding energy
  • Radioactive decay (alpha, beta, gamma radiation, half-life, decay series)
  • Energy production in stars (fusion processes, energy balance, stellar evolution)

HL Extensions:

  • Quantum physics (wave–particle duality, photoelectric effect, matter waves)
  • Quantum models of the atom (Bohr model, energy levels, electron transitions)
  • Nuclear models (decay modes in more detail, particle interactions, standard model of particle physics)

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