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• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 10 Physics Strand 1 Mechanics and Thermal Physics Notes. The MS Word version is also available upon your request.

  The document covers the following strands, sub-strands, and topics:

  • STRAND 1.0: MECHANICS AND THERMAL PHYSICS
    • 1.1 Introduction to Physics
      • Meaning of Physics (Definition and relation to Biology, Chemistry)
      • Branches of Physics (Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, Thermodynamics, Geometrical Optics, Waves, Electronics, Modern Physics, Astronomy)
      • Importance of Physics in Day-to-Day Life (Transportation, Communication, Energy Production, Medical Applications, Home Appliances, Construction)
      • Relationship of Physics to Other Fields of Study (Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Technology)
      • Career Opportunities in Physics (Engineering, Medicine, Research, Education, Energy Sector, Meteorology, Computer Science)
    • 1.2 Pressure
      • Atmospheric Pressure (Definition, Existence, Factors Affecting: Altitude, Temperature)
      • Pressure in Fluids/Liquids (Formula $P = \rho g h$ and Derivation)
      • Factors Affecting Pressure in Liquids (Depth, Density, Gravity)
      • Transmission of Pressure in Fluids (Pascal's Principle)
      • Applications of Pressure in Fluids (Drinking Straw, Syringe, Siphon, Bicycle Pump, Hydraulic Machines)
      • Mechanisms of Water Pumping (Lift Pump, Force Pump)
    • 1.3 Mechanical Properties of Materials
      • Properties of Materials (Elasticity, Plasticity, Ductility, Malleability, Brittleness, Stiffness, Strength, Hardness)
      • Hooke's Law (Statement, Formula $F = ke$, Spring Constant, Elastic Limit)
      • Stress, Strain, and Young's Modulus (Definitions, Formulas, Units)
      • Applications of Mechanical Properties (Construction, Automotive, Springs, Wiring, Clothing)
    • 1.4 Temperature and Thermal Expansion
      • Temperature and its Units (Celsius, Kelvin, Conversion)
      • Measurement of Temperature (Liquid-in-glass Thermometers, Bimetallic Strip, Thermocouples, Resistance Thermometers, Infrared Thermometers)
      • Thermal Expansion (Solids, Linear Expansivity, Fluids)
      • Unusual Expansion of Water (Anomalous Expansion and its significance)
      • Applications of Thermal Expansion (Thermostats, Riveting, Fitting Metal Rims)
      • Consequences/Disadvantages of Expansion (Railway Lines, Power Lines, Bridges, Thick Glass Tumblers)
    • 1.5 Moments and Equilibrium
      • Moment of a Force (Definition, Formula, Factors)
      • Principle of Moments (Statement, Formula)
      • Couples and Torque
      • Center of Gravity (C.O.G) and Stability (Stable, Unstable, and Neutral Equilibrium; Factors Affecting Stability)
      • Moment about Two Points of Support
    • 1.6 Energy, Work, Power and Machines
      • Work, Energy, and Power (Definitions, SI Units, Formulas)
      • Mechanical Energy Transformations (Kinetic Energy, Potential Energy: Gravitational and Elastic, Conservation of Energy)
      • Machines (Definitions of Load, Effort, Mechanical Advantage, Velocity Ratio, Efficiency)
      • Simple Machines (Levers, Inclined Plane, Pulleys, Wheel and Axle, Gears, Hydraulic Lift, The Screw)
      • Applications of Machines (Treadmill, Elevators/Escalators, Excavator, Bicycle)
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  450.98 KB
• Length:

  27 pages
• Category:

  Lesson Notes
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  PHYSICS
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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