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ZIMSEC A-Level Physics

2.3Forces

Forces in ZIMSEC A-Level Physics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Overview

Form 5.

Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 2.3.1Understand and apply: centre of gravity, moments, couples and torque.
  2. 2.3.2Understand and apply: equilibrium of forces and the principle of moments.
  3. 2.3.3Understand and apply: density, pressure, hydrostatic pressure and upthrust.

Lessons

  • Centre of gravity, moments, couples and torque

    35 min

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  • Density, pressure in fluids and upthrust

    40 min

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  • Equilibrium of forces and the principle of moments

    40 min

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Sample question

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Forces: sample question

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Three containers with differently shaped sides (one wide at the top, one narrow at the top, one straight-sided) are filled with water to the same depth. How do the pressures due to the water at their bases compare?

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