Notes are arranged on the basis of learning objective specified in the AP Physics curriculum. This page is the index page linking relevant write-ups with the AP curriculum. This page is updated as and when new notes or exercises are added.
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TOPICS AND SECTIONS:
3.1 Translational Kinetic Energy
3.2 Work
Calculating work done by a force
Work depends upon displacement and frame of reference
Work done by a force acting at an angle with displacement
Work done in case of varying force
Can we store work – What is Energy?
3.3 Potential Energy
Another way of storing work – Potential energy
Calculating gravitational potential energy
Calculating elastic potential energy
3.4 Conservation of Energy
Mechanical energy and its conservation
Mathematics of mechanical energy conservation
When can we use conservation of mechanical energy?
Conservative and non-conservative forces
3.5 Power
