IB SL + HL
Physics
Comprehensive study guides aligned with the IB 2025 Physics syllabus. HL extensions marked inline.
Follow the guides in order for best results — start with the first card below and work through each topic in sequence.
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Space, Time and Motion
Start here → ~45 min readKinematics, Newton's laws, energy, momentum, and circular motion. The foundation of IB Physics.
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Thermal Physics and the Particulate Nature of Matter
~50 min readThermal energy, gas laws, kinetic theory, and phase changes — the molecular basis of heat and temperature.
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IB Physics SL Wave Behaviour Guide 2026 — Complete
~55 min readWaves, sound, light, optics, superposition, and standing waves — core concepts for IB Physics SL Paper 1 and 2.
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Fields
~45 min readGravitational fields, electric and magnetic fields, and charged particle motion — IB Physics SL Theme D.
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Nuclear and Quantum Physics
~50 min readRadioactivity, nuclear reactions, photoelectric effect, and energy levels — atomic and nuclear physics for IB SL.
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IB Physics Data Booklet Reference
~30 min readComplete guide to the IB Physics Data Booklet: constants, formulae, and exam strategies.