Physics
Year 10 · National Curriculum (England)
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ViewingYear 10 begins the GCSE Physics course in England, typically covering energy, electricity, particle model of matter and atomic structure. Formulae and units become central, and students meet the equation sheet they will use in both papers.
The main shift from Key Stage 3 is mathematical: rearranging equations, working in standard form, converting units and drawing accurate graphs all carry marks. The four English boards cover the same core content: the board pages set out the specification detail.
Curriculum Breakdown
Important Topics
- EnergyEnergy stores and transfers, work, power, efficiency and national resources.
- ElectricityCircuits, current, potential difference, resistance, power and mains electricity.
- Particle Model of MatterDensity, internal energy, specific heat capacity and changes of state.
- Atomic StructureThe nuclear model, isotopes, radioactive decay, half-life and safety.
- Required PracticalsResistance, I-V characteristics, density and specific heat capacity.
- Maths SkillsRearranging equations, standard form, units and accurate graph drawing.
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