
Fully editable P13.4 Ultraviolet, X-rays & Gamma Rays lessons for AQA GCSE Physics (Triple & Combined Science).
Engage students in exploring the high-energy end of the electromagnetic spectrum through clear PowerPoints, scaffolded worksheets, retrieval activities, and model answers—all written precisely to the AQA specification and ready to teach immediately.
Includes Free AI Long-Answer Marking , where students can submit extended-response answers online and receive instant, AQA-aligned feedback to improve reasoning, structure, and scientific communication.
What’s Included:
Editable PowerPoints with visuals, animations, and real-world applications.
Printable & editable worksheets (Foundation → Higher tier).
Exam-style questions with mark schemes and model answers.
Retrieval starters, AfL checkpoints, and exit tickets for quick assessment.
Homework and revision quizzes (ready to print or upload).
Comprehensive answer keys for all tasks.
Bonus: Free AI Long-Answer Marking – students receive instant feedback aligned to AQA marking standards.
Topics Covered (P13.4 Ultraviolet, X-rays & Gamma Rays):
Properties of high-frequency, short-wavelength EM waves
How UV, X-rays, and gamma rays are produced and detected
Uses in medicine: imaging, sterilisation, and cancer treatment
Risks and safety precautions – ionisation and radiation exposure
Absorption, transmission, and reflection in different materials
Comparing ionising vs non-ionising radiation
Dose measurement and understanding sieverts (Sv)
Exam-style application and data interpretation tasks
Why Teachers Love This Resource:
No-prep, no-stress: ready to teach immediately
Curriculum-true: written precisely for AQA GCSE Physics (8463 & 8464)
Exam-success focus: builds application and evaluation skills
Differentiated: includes scaffolded and challenge tasks for all abilities
Versatile: ideal for classroom delivery, homework, or targeted revision
Format:
PPTX slides | DOCX/PDF worksheets & assessments | Fully editable | Print-friendly
Spec & Tiers:
AQA GCSE Physics (8463) & AQA Combined Science Trilogy (8464)
Suitable for Foundation and Higher tiers (clearly signposted).
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