Forces and Newton's Laws

What the resources cover

This unit sits in the Mechanics strand of Physics. The listed material runs from basic ideas to further mechanics. The AQA GCSE Physics - Forces mind map separates contact and non-contact forces, and vectors from scalars. The mind map called Chapter 7 - Laws of motion and momentum sets out Newton's first and third laws. Other maps look at inertia, moments, buoyancy, pressure and forces in equilibrium.

Where to start

If forces are new to you, begin with the KS3 Forces Quiz or the Forces and Motion Practice Test. They cover naming forces, speed and simple calculations. Then move to the Adding forces quiz and the Scalar and Vector quantites quiz before tackling Newton's laws.

1. Read a mind map such as Newton's Laws to see the whole topic.
2. Take a quiz such as Newton's Laws of Motion to test it.
3. Go back to the notes on any weak point.
4. Use flashcards to fix definitions and equations.

Using quizzes and maps together

Mind maps give you the shape of a topic. Quizzes show what you can actually recall. Try a map first, then a quiz, then return to the map and look at the branches you missed. The Forces and Newton's Laws of Motion Pretest is a handy check before you begin.

Going further

Once the basics are secure, the page lists material for exam courses. These include the AS Level Physics quizzes on resolving vectors, force-time graphs and impulse, and the IB Physics mind map. There are also GCSE sets, such as the OCR Gateway Physics P3 flashcards, and 0654 Coordinated Sciences quizzes on Hooke's Law and on mass and weight. The PHYS 200 Final Exam quizzes include measurement and uncertainty questions. Teachers can pick slides, notes and flashcard decks to use with a class.

Make it your own

Nothing here covers your exact course? Choose the closest resource, then build your own quiz, mind map or flashcards from it. Start with one topic today.