A bundle of lessons covering sections 6.3.1, 6.3.2 and 6.3.3 of the OCR Physics specification- magnetisms and electromagnetism.
The lessons cover:
Magnetic fields
Flemings left and right hand rules
The motion charged particles
Magnetic flux
Magnetic flux linkage
e.m.f
Faraday’s law and Lenz’s law
The uses of electromagnetic induction
The lessons include a starter, full notes, various student led activities and a differentiated summary at the end.
All answers are included.
I actively try to reduce photocopying, so all of the lesson resources are within the PowerPoint rather than as extra sheets.
A bundle of 4 lessons covering all the specification points in OCR Physics section 5.5 - cosmology and astrophysics-
Stars
Electromagnetic radiation from stars
Wein’s law and Stefan’s law
Hubble constant
Cosmology
Doppler effect
The big bang theory
All answers are included
I am to reduce photocopying so all resources (except one) are in the PPT
OCR AS level Physics: Forces and Motion is a part of the Module 3: Forces and Motion.
All presentations come with worked examples, solutions and homeworks.
These are fully updated PowerPoints will all exercises with full worked solutions.
OCR AS level Physics presentations for module 4: Waves 1
All presentations come with worked examples, solutions and homeworks.
This covers topics from wave properties to Snell’s law and total internal reflection.
OCR AS level Physics presentations for module 3: Forces in Action.
All presentations come with worked examples, solutions and homeworks.
This covers topics from weight as a force to Archimedes’ principle.
OCR AS level Physics presentations for module 4: Quantum Physics.
All presentations are full lesson PowerPoints with worked examples and homeworks with complete worked answers.
The Photon Model
Energy of a single photon
Converting from electron-volts to Joules.
Frequency of the electromagnetic spectrum
Determining Plank’s constant with LEDs
Threshold potential difference difference
Photoelectric Effect
Threshold frequency
Producing photoelectrons
Kinetic energy of photoelectrons
Linking frequency and wavelength
The electromagnetic spectrum, frequency and energy.
Einstein’s Photoelectric Equation
The photoelectric equation
Work function and Kinetic Energy
Determining work function from a graph
Determining threshold frequency from a from graphical analysis.
Determining Plank’s constant from graphical analysis.
Wave Particle Duality
deBroglie wavelength equation
Diffraction of electrons and protons
Comparing wavelengths of particles with different masses
Kinetic energy and wavelength
OCR AS level Physics presentations for module 4: Waves 2
All presentations come with worked examples, solutions and homeworks.
This covers topics from Superposition of Waves to Harmonics with different boundary conditions.
Powerpoints and hand outs for a total of 15 lessons
Particles- 5 lessons
Radioactivity- 6 lessons
Nuclear- 4 lessons
All lessons include hand outs, questions, and EXAM QUESTIONS relevent to each lesson.
Complete resource with powerpoint (80 slides) containing 6 lessons. Hand out for every lesson with exam questions included for every lesson.
For lesson 5 there is also an excel file included for radioactive decay modelling.
Lesson 1-Radioactivity intro
Lesson 2-Nuclear decay equations
Lesson 3- Half-life and activity
Lesson 4- Radioactive decay calculations
Lesson 5-Modelling radioactive decay
Lesson 6- Radioactive dating
OCR A level Physics: Chapter 20 Cosmology (Big Bang) is apart of the Module 5: Newtonian world and Astrophysics.
All presentations come with worked examples, solutions and homeworks.
20.1 Astronomical Distances
20.2 The Doppler Effect
20.3 Hubble’s Law
20.4 The Big-bang Theory
20.5 Evolution of the Universe
Astronomical distances: light-years, parsec, astronomical unit
Astronomical angles - degree, arcminute, arcsecond
Parallax Angle
The definition of the Doppler effect
Changes in pitch of sound waves due to relative motion
Absorption spectra and electron energy levels
Red-shift and blue-shift absorption spectra
The Doppler equation
The condition for velocity for the Doppler equation
The Cosmological Principle
Hubble’s Observations
Hubble’s Law
Hubble’s constant and the gradient of a graph
Converting between km s-1 Mpc-1 into s-1
The expanding Universe model.
Georges Lemaître’s Theory
Evidence for the Big Bang Model
Hubble’s Law (expanding Universe)
Microwave Background Radiation
Source of the Microwave Background Radiation
Hubble’s constant and the age of the Universe
The evolution of the Universe from the Big-bang to 13.7 billion years later
The composition of the Universe
Experimental evidence for dark matter
Experimental evidence for dark energy
Resourse bundle with workbook, powerpoints and some summary sheets for the Biomechanics topics;
Newtons Laws
Force
Technology
Centre of Mass & Stability
Free Body Diagrams
Angular Motion
Linear Motion
Projectile Motion
Magnus Force & Bernoulli Principle
Lever Systems
A complete set of revision mats to cover the whole OCR Gateway GCSE Combined Science Physics course. Includes extra maths for physics worksheet too.
One powerpoint file per unit. All answers included.
Each sheet is divided into sections to accompany the textbook and each side refers to a subsection of the chapter.
Written to include a variety of recall and application type questions.
These sheets are suitable for the Combined Science physics GCSE course, there is a version for Triple Physics GCSE saved separately.
A three sided revision mat for the P3 Electricity and Magnetism unit. Written in a powerpoint format with answers included on subsequent slides for each page. Print pages 1 to 3 for students to complete on A4.
Each sheet is divided into sections to accompany the textbook and each side refers to a subsection of the chapter.
Written to include a variety of recall and application type questions.
This sheet is suitable for the combined science physics GCSE course, there is a version for Triple Physics GCSE saved separately.
All resources for P4 Magnetism and Magnetic Fields for GCSE OCR Physics Gateway 9-1.Triple and combined (Higher and Foundation) is covered in this material.
• Magnets and Magnetic Fields
• Currents and Fields
• Right Hand Cork-screw Rule
• Fleming’s Left Hand Rule
• Currents and Forces
• Motors
• Electromagnetic Induction
• Generators
• Transformers
• Speakers and Microphones
Resources for P5 GCSE OCR Physics Gateway 9-1 Triple and Combined (Higher and Foundation) is covered in this material.
Each lesson includes student activities and full worked answers.
Definition of a wave
Mechanical waves
Electromagnetic waves
Transverse waves
Longitudinal waves
Amplitude
Wavelength
Frequency
Time period
Calculating frequency and equation
Relationship between frequency and wavelength when speed is constant.
Calculating time period from frequency with equations
The speed equation
Measuring distance and time
Simple experiment for the speed of sound
Improving experiments
Echoes
Speed of sound experiment with microphones and oscilloscope.
Ray diagrams
Absorption, reflection and transmission
Sonar
Ultrasound
Rearranging equation
Refraction
Relationship between wave speed and wavelength
Structure of the ear.
Frequency range of human hearing.
Explanation of the limited frequency range of humans.
Explanation for hearing deteriorating with age.
Order of the electromagnetic spectrum
Wavelength and frequency relationship
Application of wave speed equation
Rearranging equation
Producing and detecting radio waves
Recall that light is an electromagnetic wave
Give examples of some practical uses of electromagnetic waves in the radio, micro-wave, infra-red, visible, ultraviolet, X-ray and gamma-ray regions
Describe how ultra-violet waves, X-rays and gamma rays can have hazardous effects, notably on human bodily tissues.
Explain that electromagnetic waves transfer energy from source to absorber to include examples from a range of electromagnetic waves
Precautions for ultra-violet waves, X-rays and gamma rays
Careers: Medical Physicist
X-rays
CT scans
Gamma imaging
Thermogram
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Precautions for using ionising radiation
Law of reflection
Labeling and measuring angles of incidence and reflection
Practical activity instructions - fully animated.
Reflection, absorption, and refraction is affected by wavelength of electromagnetic wave.
Refraction the change of velocity - speed and direction
Magnitude of refraction depending on wavelength
Magnitude of refraction depending on optical density
Refraction practical activity instructions
Wave speed, wavelength, and frequency relationship in refraction
Convex and Concaves lenses
Eyes and corrective lenses
Refraction and wavelength
Focal points for lenses
Determining the type of images produced through a lens
Names of colours for the visible spectrum
Coloured filters
Coloured objects acting as a coloured filters
White light and refracting prism
Refraction and wavelength
Specular reflection
Diffuse scattering
Scattering - Why the sky is blue and milk is white.
All resources for P8 Global Challenges GCSE OCR Physics Gateway 9-1. Triple and combined (Higher and Foundation) is covered in this material.
Average speeds of walking, running, cycling, cars, trains, wind, sound, and light.
The speed equation
The acceleration equation
Explaining average speed camera
Explaining instantaneous speed camera
Estimating everyday accelerations
Calculating speed from rotation speed and circumference of wheels
Converting from miles per hour to meters per second
Reaction time definition
Factors that increase reaction time
Simple reaction time experiment
Thinking distance
Rearranging equations
Speed equation
(Final velocity)2 – (Initial velocity)2 = 2 x Acceleration x Distance
v2 – u2 = 2 a s
Factors affecting braking distance
Total stopping distances
Calculating area of a velocity-time graph for displacement (distance traveled).
Rearranging equations
MOT testing
Large accelerations produce large forces.
Values of g that cause severe injury or death
Road Safety
Newton’s First Law and seat belts
Crumple zones
Force = Mass x Acceleration
Acceleration = Change in velocity /Time taken
Estimating speed, accelerations and forces involved in large accelerations for everyday road transport.
Types of different energy sources
Renewable and non-renewable definitions
Different uses of energy sources - transport, heating, and generating electricity
Advantages and disadvantages of different energy sources
Fossil fuels – oil, coal, and natural gas.
Nuclear fuel – Uranium
Biofuels – wood, biodiesel, and biogas.
The sun - solar (PV) panels and solar heating panels
Tides
Waves
Hydroelectricity
Wind
Geothermal
How use of energy resources have changed over time. (Biofuels, Fossil Fuels, Nuclear, Renewable).
How energy use has increased (increase population and development of technology)
Explain patterns and trends in the use of energy resources.
Fossil fuels are finite and will run out at current consumption levels.
Structure of the National Grid
Step-up and Step-down transformers
How transformers increase the efficiency of the National Grid
Number of turns and potential difference
Current and potential difference in primary and secondary coils
Domestic Electrical Supply being 230 V, AC at 50 Hz.
Direct potential difference and alternating potential difference.
Reasons for insulation on wires.
Potential Difference between different conductors.
Function of the earth conductor.
Double insulation and no earth wire.
Reasons the live wire is dangerous.
Reasons why live to earth is dangerous.
Key facts about the Big-Bang model
Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB, CMBR)
Doppler Red shift of light from stars in galaxies
Hubble’s evidence of absorption spectra being red shifted
Structure of the solar system
Nuclear Fusion
Evolution of large stars
Evolution of Sun like stars
Gravitational force and force from nuclear fusion
Natural Satellites
Geostationary Satellites
Low Polar Orbit Satellites
Speed is constant and velocity is changing in stable orbits.
Changing speed and radius
Gravitational force, acceleration, and speed.
Plotting data and describing relationships
All objects emit electromagnetic radiation
Describe how changing temperature changes frequency, wavelength, and intensity of the radiation produced.
Explain why objects change temperature by absorbing and emitting radiation.
Explain why the temperature of the Earth changes due to greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
S and P waves
Structure of the Earth
Reflection, absorption, and refraction of waves
Sonar to map the ocean floor
A complete lesson covering points 5.5.1 b-f of the OCR Physics specification- the life cycle of stars. It starts with the formation of stars from dust and gas then works though the various stages of the life cycle for all sizes of stars. It includes the Chandrasekhar limit as a determiner of which cycle a star will go through. It includes links to several videos on you-tube and a card sort work sheet.
The lesson includes lots of independent tasks including a variety of calculation questions
All answers included
I aim tor educe photocopying so the majority of activities are in the PPT- 38 slides in total
This is a complete lesson covering sections 6.3.1 a -d of the OCR Physics specification- magnetic fields. It goes through how to show the magnetic field round long straight conductors, flat coils, a solenoid and bar magnets. It shows how to use Flemming’s left hand rule to predict the direction of a force created when a current runs perpendicular to a magnetic field.
The lesson includes a starter, full notes, various student led activities and a differentiated summary at the end
All answers are included
I actively try to reduce photocopying, so all of the lesson resources are within the PowerPoint rather than as extra sheets
A full lesson covering section 6.1.1 A and B of the OCR A level Physics specification- introduction to capacitors. It covers what capacitors are, what capacitance is and how it can be calculated. It also describes how capacitors are charged and discharged.
The lesson includes a starter revising content from AS, full notes, a variety of student led activities and a fully differentiated summary at the end.
All answers provided