And so, the countdown begins.
Form 5 students, it won't be too long until you pour out your heart and soul to one of the most intensive public examinations in Malaysia aka the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM).
If you are a Science stream student, we highly recommend you to read our article on the core Form 4 Physics topics to get a refresher course on what you have studied earlier.
That's because, in this article, we will review all the engaging chapters that you will study throughout your Form 5 Physics classes for this following studying year.
What Topics Will You Learn In Form 5 Physics [Theme 1: Newtonian Mechanics]?
You may have noticed a recurring theme of Newtonian Mechanics throughout your Form 4 and Form 5 Physics lessons. This simply means two things.
Firstly, all the topics that you will learn are interconnected and secondly, this theme will be heavily featured in your actual SPM Physics papers. So you should certainly pay more attention to it.
Let's get down to business.
Chapter 1 -Force and Motion II
In this chapter, you will study these four learning components:
- Learning outcome 1: Resultant Force, F
One core concept that you will be introduced to is the free body diagram where you will learn how the resultant force acts in stationary form and uniform velocity as well as how acceleration plays a role in the force.
Furthermore, you will also get to dive deep into how the triangle of forces method and parallelogram forces method is used to calculate the resultant force
- Learning outcome 2: Resolution of Force
Under this sub-topic, you will study about the formulas of two perpendicular components where Fx = F cos or Fy = F sin.
- Learning outcome 3: Forces in Equilibrium
The important theories here are the triangle of forces and vector force table kit when you explain the three forces in equilibrium (when the net force is equal to zero).
- Learning outcome 4: Elasticity
When it comes to elasticity, you will review the relationship between Force (f) and extension (x). An important formula that you will come across is Hooke's Law where F=kx, in which k is the spring constant.
Another thing that you'll learn under elasticity is to interpret the graph of F against x, in terms of the gradient (which represents the spring constant) and the area under the graph (which represents elastic potential energy).
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Chapter 2 -Pressure
This following chapter is a rather comprehensive one, so be sure to take your time to understand these six core components.
- Learning outcome 1: Pressure in Liquids
You will learn how pressure in liquids is affected by two main factors: depth of liquid and density of liquid. An important formula that you need to remember is P=hpg.
You'll also study the real-life application of pressure in liquids in dams, siphons, water tanks and intravenous liquids.
- Learning outcome 2: Atmospheric Pressure
You'll be enlightened on this topic as you study how atmospheric pressure changes at high-altitude and in extreme depth. Some applications that you'll see the influence of atmospheric pressure include aneroid barometer, Fortin barometer and mercury barometer.
- Learning outcome 3: Gas Pressure
You'll master the application of gas pressure concepts in the usage of manometer, water manometer and mercury manometer.
- Learning outcome 4: Pascal's Principle
This begins the first principle that you'll learn in this chapter. A vital formula sets in: P= F /A, where P is pressure, F is force and A is area.
Pascal's Principle is seen in the application of Pascal's piston and the hydraulic system.
- Learning outcome 5: Archimedes' Principle
This principle is the core backing for buoyant force (F) and also for the formula: F=pVg.
Under this learning outcome, you will begin to understand the relationship between the weight of object in a floating state (W) and the buoyant force (F).
- When W= F, the object will float at a stationary position.
- When W < F, the object will move upwards with an acceleration
- When W > F, the object will move downwards with an acceleration.
A cool concept, right?
- Learning outcome 6: Bernoulli's Principle
Our final principle has to do with lift force. Some of the real-life applications using Bernoulli's Principle include sports, aeronautics, racing car and bunsen burner.
Read these tips to score well for your actual SPM Physics papers.
What Will You Study in Form 5 Physics [Theme 2: Electricity and Electromagnetism]?
It's time to move to the next interesting and also very practical Physics theme.
Chapter 3 -Electricity
There are four learning outcomes in this chapter.
- Learning outcome 1: Current and Potential Differences
The important theories that you will encounter here are the electric field and the behaviour of charged particles in the electric field. You will also learn the right formulas to calculate current (I), potential difference (V) as well as the electric field strength in terms of two parallel plates and electric force per charge.
- Learning outcome 2: Resistance
You'll study in-depth the factors that influence resistance, various resistivity applications and the resistivity levels of conductors, non-conductors, semiconductors and superconductors.
- Learning outcome 3: Electromotive Force (e.m.f) and Internal Resistance
You will review two important formulas in terms of the e.m.f and voltage drop.
- Learning outcome 4: Electrical Energy and Power
You will get to perform various operations involving concepts like electrical energy (E), and electrical power (P) as well as the cost of energy consumption where you get to learn about energy usage-saving measures too.
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Chapter 4 -Electromagnetism
- Learning outcome 1: Force on a Current-carrying Conductor in a Magnetic Field
The three most important concepts that you'll learn here are the catapult field, magnetic force and Fleming's left-hand rule and how these are applied in various types of motors.
- Learning outcome 2: Electromagnetic Induction
You'll read a lot on Faraday's law, Fleming's right-hand rule and Lenz's law as you're studying this subtopic.
- Learning outcome 3: Transformer
Finally, you will discover the significance of input and output power when you're calculating the value of efficiency in a non-ideal transformer and an ideal transformer.
Explore these learning materials and methods for your SPM Physics revision.
What Will You Master In Form 5 Physics [Theme 3: Applied Physics]?
Moving on to the next theme, we will have three learning outcomes under chapter 5.
Chapter 5 -Electronics
- Learning outcome 1: Thermionic Emission
Under this sub-topic, you will study the production of cathode rays and be introduced to a new formula: Electrical potential energy =Maximum kinetic energy.
- Learning outcome 2: Diode
You will learn the differences between the forward-biased and reverse-biased processes and how these principles are used in alternating current rectification. A very important knowledge indeed!
- Learning outcome 3: Transistor
You'll get to review the characteristics of NPN and PNP transistors as well as their uses in automatic switches and current amplifiers.
What Will You Encounter During Form 5 Physics [Theme 4: Modern Physics]?
You can't wrap up the Form 5 Physics syllabus without some solid modern Physics topics.
Here we go with the final two chapters.
Chapter 6 -Nuclear Physics
- Learning outcome 1: Radioactive Decay
This is an interesting bit where you learn about different radioactive radiations for Alpha particles, Gamma rays and Beta particles. You will also learn about the concept of half-life where you get to determine the age of rocks and Earth accurately.
- Learning outcome 2: Nuclear Energy
Nuclear energy will no longer be a foreign concept to you. You will learn about nuclear fission and nuclear fission and use the famous E=mc2 equation to calculate legit nuclear energy.
Chapter 7 - Quantum Physics
- Learning outcome 1: Quantum Theory of Light
Under this sub-topic, you will learn of the explanation of the black body spectrum by the German physicist, Max Planck in regard to the studies of waves with particle properties and the studies of particles with waves particles.
- Learning outcome 2: Photoelectric Effect
This effect will allow you to explain the characteristics of photoelectrons in terms of their kinetic energy, light photon frequency and other variables.
- Learning outcome 3: Einstein's Photoelectric Theory
This theory will educate you on the applications of photoelectric current production in the context of solar cells, image sensors and many more.
Do have a look at the latest examination format of the SPM Physics papers.
How To Conquer Various Higher Order Thinking (HOTS) Questions For SPM Physics Paper?
Phew, you've finally read through all the taught chapters for your Form 5 Physics lessons.
Obviously, you won't be given straightforward questions accordingly to the topics in your actual paper. Some topics may be prioritized and even be set at a higher difficulty level aka HOTS questions.
Fret not, we got you covered with these 3 tips.
Tip 1: Identify the concepts and formulas that are required for the question
As you read the questions, be sure to highlight the immediate concepts and keywords. If they're asking for Pascal's Principle, write the full formula right away and start inputting the relevant values.
Tip 2: Draft your answers with definitions, elaboration and appropriate examples
This is important for essay questions in your Paper 2 especially. For comparison questions, make sure you write your points in paragraphs side by side in a table form in a concise manner.
Tip 3: Get direct feedback and marking from an experienced Physics tutor
Preparation is key when it comes to an important exam like SPM.
What you can do is hire a Physics tutor from Superprof to ease your revision journey!
You can then consult your tutor to polish your answering techniques and enhance your confidence when you are reviewing the topical exercises for your Form 4 and Form 5 Physics lessons.
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Tick tock. Tick tock. The countdown to SPM is continuing. We hope that you're all set to be a step closer to that A+ for Physics!
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