Physics Lesson

Lesson PHYS-102: Measurement I

The objective is to: 1. Define length, area, volume, mass, density, time, and state the corresponding symbols and SI units 2. Convert other metric units to SI units 3. Estimate length, mass and time 4. Use accurately the following measuring instruments: Metre rule, tape measure, beam balance, stop clock/watch, measuring cylinder, pipette and burette 5. […]

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Lesson PHYS-103: Force

The objective is to: 1. Define force and state its SI unit 2. Describe types of forces 3. Describe experiments to illustrate cohesion, adhesion, and surface tension 4. State the effects of force 5. State the difference between mass and weight 6. State the relation between mass and weight, W = mg 7. Define scalar

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Lesson PHYS-104: Pressure

The objective is to: 1. Define pressure and state its units 2. Determine pressure exerted by solids 3. Describe experiments to investigate factors affecting pressure in fluids 4. Derive for formula P = pgh 5. State the principle of transmission of pressure in fluids (Pascal’s principle) 6. Explain atmospheric pressure and its affect 7. State

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