Dynamics & Statics - A Level Physics (OCR A)

Unit: Dynamics & Statics
Number of lessons: 12

This bundle includes all twelve lessons in my unit Dynamics & Statics (referred to as Forces in Action in the specification). It is specifically linked to the OCR Physics A Specification, but should apply to most A Level Physics courses.

The lessons cover the following points:
1) Types of forces
2) Definition of the newton
3) Force and acceleration (F=ma)
4) Weight (W=mg)
5) First condition of equilibrium (in terms of net (resultant) force)
6) Closed vector triangle of forces
7) Practical investigation of coplanar forces
8) Drag and terminal velocity
9) Centre of mass and centre of gravity
10) Experimental determination of centre of gravity (for a thin sheet)
11) Turning forces (moment/torque)
12) Principle of moments
13) Second condition of equilibrium (in terms of net (resultant) moment)
14) Practical application of principle of moments
15) Density
16) Experimental determination of density (regular and irregular solids)
17) Use of vernier calipers
18) Archimedes' principle
19) Pressure

There are detailed teacher notes in the 'Notes' section of each slide, including answers where required.

My first unit of lessons (Physical Quantities & Units) is available free of charge for you to see the style I employ.