Table of Contents

Unit 1: Motion, Energy and Matter; 1.1 Basic physics; 1.2 Kinematics; 1.3 Dynamics; 1.4 Energy concepts; 1.5 Solids under stress; 1.6 Using radiation to investigate stars; 1.7 Particles and nuclear structure; Answering exam questions; Exam practice questions; Unit 2: Electricity and Light; 2.1 Conduction of electricity; 2.2 Resistance; 2.3 Direct current circuits; 2.4 The nature of waves; 2.5 Wave properties; 2.6 Reflection of light; 2.7 Photons; 2.8 Lasers; Answering exam questions; Exam practice questions; Practical skills; Mathematical skills; Glossary

About the Author

Gareth Kelly CPhys, MinstP, graduated in Theoretical Physics from Cambridge University. He taught Physics at Penglais Comprehensive School, Aberystwth for 26 years. He has been involved with A Level and GCSE Physics and Electronics for a major awarding body for over ten years. // Nigel Wood is an experienced Chief Examiner in A Level Physics for a major awarding body, and was formerly Head of Physics at Dulwich College, London.