pptx, 3.74 MB
pptx, 3.74 MB

A complete, fully-resourced lesson on thin lenses, aligned to the Cambridge IGCSE (9-1) Physics (0972/0625) syllabus — section 3.2.3.
This resource, last updated June 2026, covers all eight learning objectives: the action of converging (convex) and diverging (concave) lenses on a parallel beam of light; key terminology (focal length, principal axis, principal focus); constructing ray diagrams for real and virtual image formation using a converging lens, using the three standard rays (parallel to axis → through F; through F → parallel; through optical centre); a full summary table of image characteristics at each object position (beyond 2F, at 2F, between F and 2F, at F, and inside F — magnifying glass); the distinction between real and virtual images; and the use of converging and diverging lenses to correct long-sightedness and short-sightedness, with a clear comparison table of both conditions (cause, image position, corrective lens). Interactive simulations (oPhysics and Walter Fendt) are embedded for independent ray diagram practice.
Includes retrieval questions and exam-style Q&A slides — suitable for Years 9–11. Follows on from refraction of light and pairs well with lenses and the eye.
Part of the complete Cambridge IGCSE Physics (0972/0625) Waves series — all individual lessons are available separately or as a bundle in the shop.

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IGCSE Physics Waves Unit Bundle — 7 Full Lessons [0972/0625]

A complete, classroom-ready bundle covering every topic in the Waves unit for Cambridge IGCSE (9-1) Physics (0972/0625). This bundle includes all seven full lessons, each featuring an editable PowerPoint with full explanation slides, guided practice, retrieval tasks, Q&A, and model answers — fully aligned to the 0972/0625 specification. Included lessons: 3.1 General Properties of Waves — wave terminology, transverse vs longitudinal waves, wave equation (v = fλ), reflection, refraction, diffraction, ripple tank demonstrations 3.2.1 Reflection of Light — law of reflection, plane mirror images, ray diagram construction, virtual image characteristics 3.2.2 Refraction of Light — Snell's Law, refractive index, critical angle, total internal reflection, optical fibres and endoscopes 3.2.3 Thin Lenses — converging and diverging lenses, ray diagrams, image characteristics table, magnifying glass, long and short-sightedness correction 3.2.4 Dispersion of Light — dispersion through a prism, visible spectrum in order of frequency and wavelength, monochromatic light 3.3 Electromagnetic Spectrum — all seven regions, applications and hazards, satellite communication, digital vs analogue signals 3.4 Sound — longitudinal waves, compressions and rarefactions, speed of sound, audible range, ultrasound applications, echo calculations Every lesson includes editable PPT slides fully aligned to the 0972/0625 spec, learning objectives matched to specification points, diagrams and conceptual visuals, retrieval and check-progress questions with model answers, exam-style practice written in Cambridge format, embedded simulations and video links, and EAL-friendly scaffolds for mixed-ability classes. Last updated June 2026. Part of the complete Cambridge IGCSE Physics (0972/0625) course — explore other unit bundles in the shop.

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