WJEC Physics For AS Level Student Book: 2nd Edition

Gareth Kelly CPhys, MinstP, graduated in Theoretical Physics from Cambridge University. He taught Physics at Penglais Comprehensive School, Aberystwth for 26 years. He has been involved with A Level and GCSE Physics and Electronics for a major awarding body for over ten years. // Nigel Wood is an experienced Chief Examiner in A Level Physics for a major awarding body, and was formerly Head of Physics at Dulwich College, London.

• Unit 1: Motion, Energy and Matter; 1.1 Basic physics; 1.2 Kinematics; 1.3 Dynamics; 1.4 Energy concepts; 1.5 Solids under stress; 1.6 Using radiation to investigate stars; 1.7 Particles and nuclear structure; Answering exam questions; Exam practice questions; Unit 2: Electricity and Light; 2.1 Conduction of electricity; 2.2 Resistance; 2.3 Direct current circuits; 2.4 The nature of waves; 2.5 Wave properties; 2.6 Reflection of light; 2.7 Photons; 2.8 Lasers; Answering exam questions; Exam practice questions; Practical skills; Mathematical skills; Glossary