Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity. It is calculated by finding the change in velocity and dividing that number by the time taken for the change to occur, as shown in the word equation below; acceleration = (final velocity - initial velocity) / time taken This can be written in symbols using either … Continue reading Acceleration
Equation Skills
One of the most important sets of skills you must have to succeed in GCSE Physics examinations is the ability to learn, understand and use equations. With that in mind, I am creating a series of study booklets that you can use to improve your expertise in these areas. The first installment, covering the equation … Continue reading Equation Skills
“Equation triangles”
There are about 30 equations that you need to be able to use in the GCSE Physics course. You are required to remember most of these equations as only a few are guaranteed to be included in the formula sheet for the examination. As it happens, the exam board has, so far, provided most of … Continue reading “Equation triangles”
Balancing Nuclear Equations
An easy way to pick up marks in the GCSE Physics exam is by balancing nuclear equations. To do this, you need to apply the law of the conservation of mass, which says the total mass before a nuclear change takes place is equal to the total mass after the change has occurred. This is … Continue reading Balancing Nuclear Equations
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