Circular Motion (Physics A level) - course notes

Download this free Grade A Physics PDF packed with clear, exam-focused notes and diagrams on key A-level Circular Motion topic. It’s the perfect companion to the online course video and covers everything you need to master this section of the syllabus, including:

• Motion in a circle and the meaning of radians
• Angular displacement, angular velocity (ω) and their link to linear speed
• The relationship between linear speed, radius and angular speed
• Centripetal acceleration and centripetal force
• Derivation and use of key equations:
• Identifying the source of centripetal force in real situations (tension, gravity, friction)
• analysis of real world examples and understanding of what causes the centripetal force

Whether you’re revising for exams or strengthening your understanding, this concise presentation-style resource helps you visualise and remember the key ideas that secure top marks.