Unit 3: Work , Energy and Power
Unit 6: Energy and Momentum of Rotating Systems
AP Physics 1 : Course and Exam description
The AP Physics 1 is organized into seven units of study that provide one possible sequence for the course. The weightage of each units are as per table below.
Unit | Exam Weighting (Multiple-Choice Section) |
|---|---|
Unit 1: Kinematics | 12%–18% |
Unit 2: Dynamics | 16%–20% |
Unit 3: Circular Motion and Gravitation | 6%–8% |
Unit 4: Energy | 20%–28% |
Unit 5: Momentum | 12%–18% |
Unit 6: Simple Harmonic Motion | 4%–6% |
Unit 7: Torque and Rotational Motion | 12%–18% |
About Advanced Placement(AP) Exams: Conducted annually in May, APs are college-level courses which enable you to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both while you are still in high school
About AP Physics exams
- AP Physics 1
- AP Physics 2
- AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
- AP Physics C: Mechanics