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WJEC GCSE Physics — 3420QS

WJEC GCSE Physics

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Named practicals10

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Topic 1

Atomic structure and radiation

Nuclear structure, radioactive decay, half-life and radiation risks.

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Topic 3

Elasticity and materials

Force-extension behaviour, Hooke's law, elastic energy and material response.

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Topic 4

Electric circuits

Current, potential difference, resistance, power and energy.

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Topic 5

Energy

Energy stores, transfers, work, power and efficiency.

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Topic 6

Energy resources

Renewable and non-renewable resources, electricity generation, reliability and environmental impact.

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Topic 7

Forces and motion

Resultant force, acceleration, momentum and motion graphs.

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Topic 9

Magnetism and electromagnetism

Magnetic fields, electromagnets, the motor effect and electromagnetic induction.

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Topic 10

Moments and pressure

Turning effects, equilibrium, pressure in solids and fluids, and upthrust.

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Topic 11

Particle model

Density, internal energy, heating and changes of state.

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Practical skills and data

Variables, measurement, uncertainty, graphs, evidence, evaluation and safe experimental design.

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Topic 14

Waves

Wave properties, wave speed, refraction and the electromagnetic spectrum.

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