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Jun 23 Physics Knowledge Organiser - Coggle Diagram
Jun 23 Physics Knowledge Organiser
Q1
Define renewable and give five examples of renewable energy resources
Use the prefixes: micro, mili, centi, kilo, mega and giga
Explain why solar and wind output change through the year
Explain why renewable resources are being used more over time
Q2
Draw diagrams to show how to use voltmeters and ammeters in circuits
Describe how to calculate total resistance of two resistors in parallel
State the equation that links V, I and R
Sketch examples graphs showing where it is appropriate to use a straight or curved line of best fit
Compare human, random and systematic errors
Q3
Explain how a step up transformer reduces wasted energy
Define electrical efficiency
Use the equation to determine the voltage in a primary and secondary coil
Describe how a potential difference, resistance and current across an LDR vary with light intensity
State the equation used to calculate resistance from current and power
Q4
Describe the peer review process
Explain why nuclear radiation causes cancer
State the units of activity of a radioactive source
Compare the penetrating ability of alpha, beta and gamma radiation
Define half life
Explain it is difficult to calculate half life accurately
Q5
Define accurate and precise
Define closed and open system
Define specific heat capacity
Define the law of conservation of energy
Rearrange the equation for GPE to calculate mass
Q6
Explain how gas pressure is caused by particle collsiions
Explain the link between gas pressure and temperature
Define specific heat capacity
Explain why it is harder to raise the temperature of water than air