
A helpful, exam-ready resource for teachers & students.
This abridged and structured revision guide is designed to support IB DP Physics students revising D.1 Gravitational Fields by condensing key syllabus content into a clear, accessible format. It provides full topic coverage while simplifying core gravitational concepts, making it suitable for both classroom review and independent study.
Why This Resource?
Covers Every Assessment Statement – Aligned with the IB Physics syllabus to ensure complete topic coverage.
Structured for Easy Review – Information is organised into concise sections for efficient recap and quick reference before assessments.
Interactive & Trackable – Includes digital checkboxes so students can monitor their progress through each concept.
Time-Saving for Teachers – Can be used as a teaching summary, revision handout, or exam prep guide with minimal preparation required.
What’s Inside?
Universal Gravitation – Newton’s law, constants, and direct vs inverse-square relationships.
Gravitational Field Strength (g) – Definitions, field line representations, and calculations near Earth.
Gravitational Potential – Scalar potential concepts and sign conventions.
Potential vs Field Relationships – How field strength relates to gradients in potential.
Circular Orbits – Basic derivation of orbital speed and period relationships.
Escape Velocity – Conditions, equations, and energy considerations.
Satellite Motion – Key relationships between height, speed, and energy.
Worked Examples & Diagrams – Simple visual support for relationships and calculations.
Glossary of Key Terms – Structured list of essential vocabulary with brief definitions.
This resource is:
Concise & Focused – Reinforces essential ideas in a compact format without unnecessary detail.
Exam-Focused – Covers required IB DP Physics content in an assessment-ready format.
Versatile – Ideal for lesson summaries, flipped learning, structured revision sessions, or independent study.
Use these condensed notes to complement your existing teaching materials and support efficient Gravitational Fields revision.
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