Electricity
A 6.0 V supply drives a current of 0.40 A through a resistor. Calculate the resistance.
Use R = V / I, so R = 6.0 / 0.40 = 15 ohms. Include the equation and units; this protects method marks if arithmetic slips.
What is A-Level Physics revision on StudyVector?
StudyVector's A-Level Physics hub maps revision to the AQA, Edexcel and OCR specifications across mechanics, electricity, waves, fields and nuclear physics. Each topic includes exam-style practice, worked solutions, weak-topic detection and an Error Log. The platform is independent, free to start and does not claim official exam-board affiliation or guaranteed grade improvement.
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From Newton's laws to quantum physics — clear explanations, worked examples, and exam practice for every A-Level Physics topic.
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A-Level Physics requires strong problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of fundamental concepts. StudyVector helps you build both. Our tutor walks you through every topic step by step, from mechanics and waves to electricity and particle physics. Every explanation includes worked examples, common mistakes to avoid, curated launch guides for the highest-friction routes, and exam-style practice aligned to AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Cambridge International A-Level, IB Physics, and AP Physics.
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A-Level Physics topics to prioritise
Use these as starting points for board-aligned revision. The same physics idea can be assessed differently by AQA, Edexcel and OCR, especially practical skills and multi-step calculations, so these launch guides stay method-first.
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Waves
A wave has frequency 250 Hz and wavelength 1.2 m. Find its speed.
Use v = f lambda. The speed is 250 x 1.2 = 300 m s^-1. Check the answer is plausible and not confused with period.
Practical skills
Why repeat readings when measuring a physical quantity?
Repeats help identify anomalies and allow a mean to reduce random error. They do not remove systematic error, so a strong answer names the type of uncertainty.
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Is this suitable for all Physics exam boards?
StudyVector supports major A-Level Physics board routes where coverage is live, including AQA, Edexcel and OCR. Check your specification and teacher guidance alongside the platform.
Does it cover practical experiments?
We cover the theory and calculations behind required practicals. The platform focuses on exam preparation rather than lab technique.
Can I use this alongside my school lessons?
Absolutely. Most students use StudyVector to reinforce what they learn at school, fill knowledge gaps, and practise exam questions.
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Which A-level Physics specifications are supported?
AQA, OCR A, OCR B (Advancing Physics), and Pearson Edexcel. Questions and worked examples carry the relevant specification reference and command word.
Does StudyVector cover required practicals?
Yes — required practical write-ups, example questions, and exam command-word breakdowns are included for each board, with practice that targets the wording examiners actually use.
How does the Error Log work for A-level Physics?
Every mistake is tagged by topic, sub-topic, command word, and mark-leak type (e.g., unit error, missing definition, working not shown). The repair queue gives you focused practice on the specific gap, not the whole chapter.
Is A-level Physics revision free?
Core topic pages and a low-focus card path are open without an account. Premium unlocks unlimited revision time, exam-mode mocks, the full Error Log, and revision coach support.
What maths skills do I need for A-level Physics?
Algebra, trigonometry, logs, exponentials, vectors, and basic calculus. StudyVector's maths-in-physics topics flag the exact algebra steps that lose the most marks in exam answers.
A-Level Physics glossary terms
- Projectile motionProjectile motion describes the path of an object moving under gravity alone after being launched at an angle. Horizontal motion has constant velocity; vertical motion has constant acceleration g downwards. Resolve initial velocity into horizontal (v cosθ) and vertical (v sinθ) components, then apply suvat to each component independently. Range, maximum height and time of flight are the three exam-favourite calculations.
- Specific heat capacitySpecific heat capacity (c) is the energy required to raise the temperature of 1 kg of a substance by 1 °C (or 1 K). The defining equation is ΔE = mcΔθ where m is mass in kg, c is in J/(kg·°C) and Δθ is temperature change. Water has c = 4181 J/(kg·°C); aluminium is around 900; lead is around 130. The substance with the higher c needs more energy for the same temperature rise.
- Hooke's LawHooke's Law states that the force required to extend (or compress) a spring is proportional to the extension, provided the spring is within its elastic limit: F = kx, where k is the spring constant (N/m) and x is the extension from natural length. Past the elastic limit the relationship becomes non-linear and the spring may deform permanently. A force-extension graph rewards correct gradient calculation (gradient = k).
- Simple harmonic motionSimple harmonic motion describes oscillation where the restoring force is proportional to displacement and directed toward equilibrium: a = −ω²x. The system oscillates with constant period T = 2π/ω regardless of amplitude. SHM examples: mass on a spring (ω = √(k/m)), simple pendulum (ω = √(g/L) for small angles), molecular vibrations. A-Level Physics examines displacement, velocity and acceleration equations, energy in SHM and damping.
- RefractionRefraction is the change in direction of a wave (typically light or sound) when it crosses a boundary between two media of different propagation speeds. Snell's Law quantifies it: n₁ sin θ₁ = n₂ sin θ₂, where n is the refractive index. Total internal reflection happens when light moves from a denser to less-dense medium and hits the boundary at or above the critical angle. A-Level Physics extends to fibre optics and thin-film interference.
- Required practicalsRequired practicals are specified science experiments that students must carry out to pass the practical-skills component of GCSE and A-Level Sciences. Exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, OCR) publish a list of around 8 GCSE and 12 A-Level required practicals per science. They are not directly marked, but written exams ask questions about apparatus, technique, hazards and analysis using the required practicals as context.
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