GCSE Physics: Speed, Velocity and Acceleration

Categories: GCSE, Physics
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About Course

Revise distance and displacement, speed and velocity, acceleration, and how to read distance–time and velocity–time graphs. Remi the revision owl walks you through the key equations, unit conversions and exam-style worked examples, with Higher-tier-only skills clearly labelled. It suits GCSE Physics and GCSE Combined Science.

Tutwoo Kids is independent and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the Department for Education, Ofqual or any exam board. This course supports learning alongside school; it is not a qualification and certificates are not GCSE results. GCSEs in England are graded 9 to 1, and specifications differ between exam boards, so always check your own board’s specification and follow your teacher’s advice.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Explain the difference between scalar and vector quantities Use distance = speed × time and acceleration = change in velocity ÷ time Interpret gradients on distance–time and velocity–time graphs Apply v² − u² = 2as and recall typical speeds

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Scalars, vectors and speed
  • Distance–time graphs
  • Acceleration and velocity–time graphs
  • Uniform acceleration and exam technique

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