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Delving into the IB Physics syllabus offers a comprehensive overview of the knowledge you'll gain during the course. Join us as we break down the core concepts of the syllabus, providing you with a clearer insight into what to anticipate on your learning path.
IB Physics Syllabus + Topics
The IB Physics Syllabus is made up of 5 themes. Each theme consists of a variety of topics.
Theme A: Space, time and motion
In this theme, you will explore the following topics:
- Kinematics
- Forces and momentum
- Work, energy and power
- Rigid body mechanics (HL only)
- Galilean and special relativity (HL only)
Theme B: The particulate nature of matter
In this theme, you will explore the following topics:
- Thermal energy transfers
- Greenhouse effect
- Gas laws
- Current and circuits
- Thermodynamics (HL only)
Theme C: Wave behaviour
In this theme, you will explore the following topics:
- Simple harmonic motion
- Wave model
- Wave phenomena
- Standing waves and resonance
- Doppler effect
Theme D: Fields
In this theme, you will explore the following topics:
- Gravitational fields
- Electric and magnetic fields
- Motion in electromagnetic fields
- Induction (HL only)
Theme E: Nuclear and quantum physics
In this theme, you will explore the following topics:
- Structure of the atom
- Radioactive decay
- Fission
- Fusion and stars
- Quantum physics (HL only)
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