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AP Physics 1

AP Physics 1

  • Course #4573A
  • 1 Credit/Science
  • 36 Weeks

Description

  • Utilizes science and engineering practices
  • Explore fluid statics and dynamics; thermodynamics with kinetic theory; electrostatics; electrical circuits with capacitors
  • Thermodynamics with kinetic theory; electrostatics; electrical circuits with capacitors
  • Examines magnetic fields and electromagnetism, waves and sound, physical and geometric optics; quantum, atomic and nuclear physics

Students will prepare to take the AP Physics 2 exam for potential college credit