- IB DP Physics SL- IB Style Practice Questions with Answer-Topic Wise-Paper 1
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A.2 Forces and momentum
- Newton’s three laws of motion
- Interactions of forces between bodies & Free Body Diagram
- Nature and use of contact forces
- Nature and use of the field ( Gravitation , Electrical & Magnetic) forces
- Linear momentum conservation
- Impulse
- Newton’s second law
- Elastic and inelastic collisions of two bodies
- Energy considerations in elastic collisions, inelastic collisions, and explosions
- Circular Motion
A.4 Rigid body mechanics
- Torque τ of a force about an axis
- Rotational equilibrium
- Rotational Kinematics
- moment of inertia
- Angular acceleration
- Angular momentum
- Angular impulse
- Kinetic energy of rotational motion
A.5 Galilean and special relativity
- reference frames
- Galilean relativity
- Velocity addition equation
- the two postulates of special relativity
- Lorentz transformation equations
- Space–time interval
- Proper time interval and proper length
- Time dilation
- Length contraction
- The relativity of simultaneity
- Space–time diagrams
- Muon decay experiments
B.1 Thermal energy transfers
- Molecular theory in solids, liquids and gases
- Density ρ
- Temperature
- Average kinetic energy of particles
- Internal energy of a system
- Thermal energy transfer (
- conduction, convection and thermal radiation)
- Phase change
- Specific heat capacity and specific latent heat of fusion and vaporization of substances
- Stefan-Boltzmann law
- Apparent brightness
- Emission spectrum of a black body & Wien’s displacement law
B.2 Greenhouse effect
- Conservation of energy
- Emissivity
- Albedo
- Solar constant
- Greenhouse gases
B.4 Thermodynamics
- first law of thermodynamics
- work done by or on a closed system
- change in internal energy
- entropy
- second law of thermodynamics
- isovolumetric, isobaric, isothermal and adiabatic processes
- Adiabatic processes
- heat engines
- Carnot cycle
C.1 Simple harmonic motion
C.2 Wave model
- transverse and longitudinal travelling waves
- Relation between wavelength , frequency & time period
- sound waves
- electromagnetic waves
- mechanical waves
C.3 Wave phenomena
- wavefronts and rays
- reflection, refraction and transmission
- wavefront-ray diagrams
- Snell’s law, critical angle and total internal reflection
- superposition of waves and wave pulses
- Interference
C.4 Standing waves and resonance
- standing waves
- resonance
- damping
D.2 Electric and magnetic fields
- direction of forces
- Coulomb’s law
- quantization of electric charge
- electric charge
- electric field strength
- electric field lines
- electric field line density and field strength
- electric field strength between parallel plates
- magnetic field lines
D.3 Motion in electromagnetic fields
- motion of a charged particle in a uniform electric field
- motion of a charged particle in a uniform magnetic field
- the motion of a charged particle in perpendicularly orientated uniform electric and magnetic fields
- force on a moving charge
- current-carrying conductor
- force per unit length between parallel wires
E.1 Structure of the atom
- Geiger–Marsden–Rutherford experiment and the discovery of the nucleus
- chemical symbol of elements
- atomic energy levels
- frequency of the photon
E.2 Quantum physics
- photoelectric effect
- kinetic energy & work function
- Diffraction
- wave–particle duality
- de Broglie wavelength
- Compton scattering of light
- shift in photon wavelength
E.3 Radioactive decay
- isotopes
- nuclear binding energy and mass defect
- binding energy
- mass-energy equivalence
- radioactive decay
- type of decay
- activity, count rate and half-life in radioactive decay
- count rate
E.4 Fission
- neutron-induced fission
- nuclear fission reactions
- nuclear fission and their management
E.5 Fusion and stars
- stability of stars
- fusion
- stellar mass on the evolution of a star
- Hertzsprung–Russell (HR) diagram
- stellar parallax
- stellar radii
Here are some steps you can follow to prepare effectively:
Study the syllabus: Make sure you understand the topics that are covered in the IB DP physics syllabus. This will give you a clear idea of what to expect on the exams.
Review class notes and textbooks: Regularly review your class notes and textbooks to reinforce your understanding of the material.
Practice, practice, practice: Practice solving physics problems as much as possible. Try to work through as many practice questions and Mock tests as you can find here at iitianacademy.com . This will help you get a feel for the types of questions you can expect on the exams and build your problem-solving skills.
Seek help when needed: If you’re struggling with a particular concept, don’t hesitate to ask your teacher or a tutor for help.
Stay organized: Make sure to keep track of important formulas, equations, and concepts so you can easily reference them when you need to.
Stay up-to-date on current events in physics: Being knowledgeable about current developments in physics can help you better understand the applications of the concepts you are learning.