Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises a complete set of Physics Form 4 Notes, covering all major topics for the year.

  The topics and sub-topics covered in the document include:

  1. Thin Lenses

  • • Introduces converging (convex) and diverging (concave) lenses, their properties, and key terminology like principal axis and focal length.

    • Explains image formation by both types of lenses using ray diagrams.

    • Provides the lens formula and magnification formula, with worked examples.

    • Discusses applications of lenses in optical instruments such as the human eye, camera, projector, and microscope.

  2. Uniform Circular Motion

  • • Defines uniform circular motion and explains concepts like angular velocity and centripetal acceleration.

    • Provides formulas for centripetal force and discusses its applications, including banking of roads, centrifuges, and satellites.

  3. Floating and Sinking

  • • States Archimedes' Principle and the Law of Flotation.

    • Explains how to determine the relative density of floating and sinking objects.

    • Details applications of these principles, such as in ships, submarines, and hydrometers.

  4. Electromagnetic Spectrum

  • • Describes the electromagnetic spectrum as a family of waves that travel at the speed of light.

    • Lists the components of the spectrum in order of wavelength, from gamma rays to radio waves.

    • For each component, it outlines its source, detection method, and practical applications.

  5. Electromagnetic Induction

  • • Defines electromagnetic induction and states Faraday's and Lenz's laws.

    • Explains factors affecting the magnitude of induced e.m.f. and covers self-induction and mutual induction.

    • Discusses applications like the A.C. and D.C. generators and transformers, including their structure and efficiency.

  6. Mains Electricity

  • • Explains the generation and transmission of electricity via the national grid system.

    • Covers domestic wiring systems, including the functions of the three-pin plug, fuses, and earthing.

    • Details the calculation of electrical energy consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh) and the cost of electricity.

  7. Cathode Rays and the Cathode Ray Tube

  • • Describes the production and properties of cathode rays.

    • Explains the structure and operation of the Cathode Ray Oscilloscope (C.R.O.), detailing the function of the electron gun, deflection system, and fluorescent screen.

  8. X-rays

  • • Covers the production of X-rays in an X-ray tube.

    • Differentiates between hard and soft X-rays and lists their properties.

    • Discusses the uses of X-rays in medicine and industry, as well as the associated hazards.

  9. Photoelectric Effect

  • • Defines the photoelectric effect, threshold frequency, and work function.

    • States the laws of photoelectric emission and explains Einstein's photoelectric equation.

    • Describes the photocell and its applications.

  10. Radioactivity

  • • Defines radioactivity as the spontaneous decay of unstable nuclei.

    • Compares the properties of alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays.

    • Explains the concepts of nuclear fission and fusion.

    • Defines half-life and demonstrates its calculation.

    • Describes radiation detectors like the G.M. tube and cloud chamber.

  11. Electronics

  • • Introduces semiconductors, distinguishing between intrinsic and extrinsic (p-type and n-type) materials.

    • Explains the p-n junction diode, its biasing, and its application in rectification (half-wave and full-wave).

  These notes offer a complete and thorough guide to the Form 4 Physics syllabus. They are well-organized, neat, and printable, featuring clear explanations, diagrams, and numerous worked examples. This makes them an excellent and comprehensive resource for students for their final year of study and KCSE revision, as well as for teachers in preparing their lessons.

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  5.21 MB
• Length:

  59 pages
• Category:

  Lesson Notes
• Level:

  Form 4
• Subject:

  PHYSICS
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