| Theme | Topics & Key Concepts | HL-only Additions (AHL) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Kinematics, Forces, Momentum, Work, Energy, and Power. | Rotational Mechanics (torque, moment of inertia, angular momentum) and Special Relativity (Lorentz transformations, spacetime diagrams). | | B: The Particulate Nature of Matter | Thermal Energy Transfers, Greenhouse Effect, Gas Laws, Electric Circuits. | Thermodynamics (laws of thermodynamics, entropy, Carnot cycle). | | C: Wave Behaviour | Simple Harmonic Motion, Wave Model, Wave Phenomena (interference, diffraction), Standing Waves. | Doppler Effect (for sound and light). | | D: Fields | Gravitational Fields, Electric and Magnetic Fields, Motion in EM Fields. | Electromagnetic Induction (Faraday's & Lenz's laws), Gauss's law. | | E: Nuclear and Quantum Physics | Atomic Structure, Radioactive Decay, Fission, Fusion, and Stars. | Quantum Physics (wave-particle duality, de Broglie wavelength, Compton scattering). |
IB exam questions often follow predictable structures. Grouping them by topic helps you spot recurring question types and command terms. Breakdown of Key IB Physics HL Topics ib physics hl question bank by topic
(Gravitational and Electrostatic potentials) Topic 11: Electromagnetic Induction (Faraday’s Law) | Theme | Topics & Key Concepts |
An effective question bank categorizes problems according to the official IB syllabus. Focus your topical practice heavily on these high-weightage HL areas. 1. Mechanics (Topic 2 & Topic 9) | | D: Fields | Gravitational Fields, Electric