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91Competencies reviewed
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65Covered
26Partially covered
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Knowledge of the nature of scientific investigation and instruction in physics (Domain 1)Covered
302 questions · 28 materials · 162 cards · 7 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Identify the characteristics and processes of scientific inquiry. | S.Nature of Science; S.Repeatability; S.Scientific Method; S.Inquiry | Covered | 68 | 4 | 18 | 2 | Covered by 4 topics (68 questions, 4 materials, 18 cards, 2 videos). |
| 2. Identify potentially hazardous situations in a physics laboratory and classroom, methods of prevention, and corrective actions. | S.Safety Rules; S.Emergency Procedures; S.Safety Icons; S.Maintaining Equipment | Covered | 37 | 4 | 2 | 1 | Covered by 4 topics (37 questions, 4 materials, 2 cards, 1 videos). |
| 3. Select the appropriate laboratory equipment for specific scientific investigations. | S.Proper Tool Use; S.Choose Appropriate Equipment - Advanced | Covered | 11 | 2 | 50 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (11 questions, 2 materials, 50 cards, 0 videos). |
| 4. Relate the historical development of the major concepts, models, and investigations in physics to current knowledge (e.g., force and motion, conservation principles, fields, quantum theory). | S.Key History of Science; S.Famous Experiments | Covered | 23 | 2 | 60 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (23 questions, 2 materials, 60 cards, 0 videos). |
| 5. Distinguish between scientific theories and laws in terms of their specific roles and functions. | S.Prediction, Explanation, Theory, Fact | Covered | 7 | 1 | 5 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 1 videos). |
| 6. Identify elements of guided inquiry (e.g., engaging through questioning, eliciting prior knowledge, engaging in thoughtful discussion, engaging in exploration, fostering data-based argumentation, providing for application) in the physics classroom and laboratory. | S.Evidence, Models, and Explanation; S.Background Research; S.Observation vs Inference; S.Experimental Investigations; S.Variety of Methods Across Science; S.Engagement; S.Prelab Teaching Activities; S.Activities For Inquiry; S.Critical Thinking; S.Activities For Critical Thinking; S.Assessment and Instruction - Science; S.Best Chart for the Data | Covered | 141 | 12 | 43 | 3 | Covered by 12 topics (141 questions, 12 materials, 43 cards, 3 videos). |
| 7. Identify the areas of teacher liability and responsibility in science-related activities, including accommodations for diverse student populations. | S.Diversity; S.Differentiation; S.ELL | Covered | 15 | 3 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (15 questions, 3 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
Knowledge of the mathematics of physics (Domain 2)Covered
146 questions · 17 materials · 33 cards · 4 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Determine the validity of a formula based on dimensional analysis. | S.Converting Units - Dimensional Analysis | Covered | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| 2. Combine vectors using graphic and trigonometric methods. | M.Vectors and Scalars; M.Solving with Vector Representations; M.Polar Coordinates; M.Vector Multiplication - Cross Product; M.Vector Multiplication - Dot Product; M.Vector Multiplication by a Scalar; M.Vector Addition and Subtraction | Covered | 41 | 7 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 7 topics (41 questions, 7 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| 3. Determine the dot product and cross product of two vectors. | M.Polar Coordinates | Covered | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| 4. Convert between units of a given quantity (e.g., length, area, volume, mass, time, temperature). | S.Converting Units - Dimensional Analysis | Covered | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| 5. Identify prefixes in the metric system and standard units of measure (e.g., newtons, meters, kilowatt-hours, teslas, electron volts, calories, horsepower). | M.Choosing Appropriate Units; S.Metric System | Covered | 27 | 2 | 5 | 2 | Covered by 2 topics (27 questions, 2 materials, 5 cards, 2 videos). |
| 6. Estimate the order of magnitude of a physical quantity. | M.Exponential and Scientific Notation; S.Metric System; M.Scientific Notation Operations | Covered | 30 | 3 | 6 | 3 | Covered by 3 topics (30 questions, 3 materials, 6 cards, 3 videos). |
| 7. Interpret the slope of a graph or area under the curve in relation to physical concepts. | M.Calculus - Velocity and Acceleration; M.Distance by Integration | Covered | 13 | 2 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (13 questions, 2 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
| 8. Apply the concepts of accuracy, precision, uncertainty, and significant figures to measurements and calculations. | S.Precision vs Accuracy; S.Error In Measurements; S.Significant Figures | Covered | 35 | 3 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (35 questions, 3 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
Knowledge of thermodynamics (Domain 3)Partially covered
88 questions · 11 materials · 35 cards · 1 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Relate changes in length, area, or volume of a system to changes in temperature. | S.Thermal Expansion | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 2. Distinguish between the three methods of heat transfer (i.e., conduction, convection, radiation). | S.Conduction, Convection, and Radiation | Covered | 17 | 1 | 4 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 1 videos). |
| 3. Determine the amount of heat transferred by conduction or radiation. | S.Conduction, Convection, and Radiation | Covered | 17 | 1 | 4 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 1 videos). |
| 4. Interpret segments of graphs of temperature versus heat added or removed (e.g., latent heats, specific heats). | S.Phase Diagrams | Covered | 6 | 1 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| 5. Analyze pressure, volume, and temperature relationships using the ideal gas law. | S.Gas Laws | Covered | 14 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| 6. Apply the first law of thermodynamics (i.e., energy conservation) to physical systems. | S.Laws of Thermodynamics | Covered | 8 | 1 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| 7. Calculate work done by or on a gas from pressure versus volume diagrams. | S.Pressure-Volume Work | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 8. Interpret pressure versus volume diagrams (e.g., identify isobaric, isothermal, and adiabatic processes). | S.Pressure-Volume Diagrams | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 9. Determine the specific heat, latent heat, or temperatures of a substance, given appropriate calorimetric data. | S.Enthalpy; S.Calculations with Specific Heat | Covered | 17 | 2 | 11 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (17 questions, 2 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos). |
| 10. Apply the second law of thermodynamics (i.e., entropy increase) to physical processes. | S.Laws of Thermodynamics; S.Entropy | Covered | 14 | 2 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (14 questions, 2 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| 11. Relate temperature or pressure to kinetic molecular theory. | S.Kinetic Molecular Theory and Gas Laws | Covered | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
Knowledge of mechanics (Domain 4)Partially covered
216 questions · 32 materials · 62 cards · 3 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Analyze the motion of an object moving in one dimension, given a graph (e.g., displacement versus time, velocity versus time, acceleration versus time). | S.Motion Terms; S.Motion Graphs; S.Linear Motion Calculations | Covered | 44 | 3 | 11 | 2 | Covered by 3 topics (44 questions, 3 materials, 11 cards, 2 videos). |
| 2. Determine distance traveled, displacement, speed, velocity, acceleration, or time of travel for objects moving in one dimension. | S.Linear Motion Calculations | Partially covered | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 3. Determine distance traveled, displacement, speed, velocity, acceleration, or time of travel for objects moving in two dimensions (e.g., projectile motion). | S.Projectile Motion | Covered | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
| 4. Apply Newton's laws of motion to problems involving linear motion of a body. | S.Force and Newton's Laws; S.Newton's First Law; S.Newton's Second Law; S.Newton's Laws Applied - Springs | Covered | 43 | 4 | 13 | 1 | Covered by 4 topics (43 questions, 4 materials, 13 cards, 1 videos). |
| 5. Apply Newton's laws of motion to problems involving circular motion of a body. | S.Circular and Rotary Motion; S.Centripetal Force | Covered | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (11 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| 6. Identify action-reaction pairs of forces between two bodies. | S.Newton's Third Law | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 7. Apply conservation of momentum to problems in one or two dimensions. | S.Momentum | Covered | 14 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| 8. Analyze problems using the impulse-momentum theorem. | S.Momentum and Impulse | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 9. Analyze problems using Newton's universal law of gravitation (e.g., orbital motion). | S.Gravity; S.Gravity Advanced; S.Gravity Applied | Covered | 27 | 3 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (27 questions, 3 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| 10. Analyze problems involving static or kinetic frictional forces. | S.Newton's Laws Applied - Friction | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 11. Apply conservation of mechanical energy. | S.Conservation of Energy Calculations | Covered | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| 12. Use Newton's second law to analyze problems involving two connected masses (e.g., Atwood machine, Atwood machine on inclined plane, blocks, massless pulley). | S.Newton's Laws Applied - Connected Masses | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 13. Analyze problems involving torque (e.g., equilibrium, rotational dynamics). | S.Torque; S.Torque - Equilibrium; S.Torque - Rotational | Partially covered | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | Partial coverage by 3 topics (4 questions, 3 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 14. Apply conservation of angular momentum and conservation of energy to problems involving rotational motion. | S.Momentum; S.Conservation of Angular Momentum - Calculations; S.Conservation of Rotational Energy - Calculations | Covered | 19 | 3 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (19 questions, 3 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| 15. Analyze problems involving work done on mechanical systems (e.g., power, work-energy theorem). | S.Work, Energy, Power - Calculations; S.Work-energy Theorem | Covered | 8 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (8 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| 16. Analyze problems involving the relationships between depth, density of fluid, and pressure. | S.Fluids - Motion Laws; S.Fluids - Pressure, Density, and Buoyancy | Covered | 8 | 2 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (8 questions, 2 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| 17. Analyze problems involving the buoyant force on a submerged or floating object (i.e., Archimedes' principle). | S.Fluids - Pressure, Density, and Buoyancy | Partially covered | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 18. Analyze problems involving moving fluids (e.g., mass conservation, Bernoulli's principle). | S.Fluids - Motion Laws | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 19. Analyze problems involving center of mass. | S.Center of Mass | Partially covered | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (1 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 20. Use free-body diagrams to analyze static or dynamic problems in two or three dimensions. | S.FBD-Equilibrium vs Dynamic; S.Force Vectors and Diagrams - Solving; S.Force Vectors and Diagrams | Covered | 19 | 3 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (19 questions, 3 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
| 21. Analyze characteristics and examples of simple harmonic motion (e.g., oscillating springs, vibrating strings, pendula). | S.Periodic Motion | Covered | 3 | 1 | 10 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (3 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos). |
Knowledge of waves and optics (Domain 5)Partially covered
149 questions · 20 materials · 81 cards · 0 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Identify characteristics of waves (e.g., velocity, frequency, amplitude, wavelength, period, pitch, intensity, phase, nodes, antinodes, transverse waveforms, longitudinal waveforms). | S.Properties of Waves | Covered | 18 | 1 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| 2. Analyze the motion of particles in a medium in the presence of transverse and longitudinal waves. | S.Properties of Waves; S.Sound | Covered | 50 | 2 | 20 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (50 questions, 2 materials, 20 cards, 0 videos). |
| 3. Identify factors that affect wave propagation and wave speed. | S.Factors Affecting Waves | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 4. Analyze problems involving the superposition, or interference, of waves (e.g., beats, standing waves, interference patterns). | S.Interference, scattering, and polarization | Covered | 7 | 1 | 12 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos). |
| 5. Analyze problems involving standing waves (e.g., open or closed tube, vibrating string). | S.Resonance; S.Applications of Waves - Harmonics | Covered | 17 | 2 | 10 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (17 questions, 2 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos). |
| 6. Analyze the Doppler effect due to the motion of a source or receiver. | S.Doppler Effect | Covered | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| 7. Analyze waves, using either graphical or mathematical representations. | S.Properties of Waves | Covered | 18 | 1 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| 8. reflection and refraction problems using the law of reflection and Snell's law. | S.Reflection and Refraction; S.Refraction Indexes; S.Refraction Indexes - Snells Law Calculations | Covered | 18 | 3 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (18 questions, 3 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| 9. Interpret the relationships between wavelength, frequency, and speed of light. | S.Light; S.Freq and Wavelength Relationship | Covered | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (9 questions, 2 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| 10. Analyze the effects of linear polarizing filters on the polarization and intensity of light. | S.Polarization effect on light | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 11. Analyze the geometric optics of thin lenses and mirrors. | S.Mirrors; S.Lenses | Covered | 11 | 2 | 11 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (11 questions, 2 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos). |
| 12. Analyze patterns produced by diffraction and interference of light (e.g., single-slit, double-slit, diffraction gratings). | S.Diffraction and Dispersion; S.Light Interference Patterns | Covered | 5 | 2 | 11 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (5 questions, 2 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos). |
| 13. Identify the use and characteristics of various optical instruments (e.g., eye, spectroscope, camera, telescope, microscope, corrective lenses). | S.Applications of Waves - Optical Technologies; S.Applications of Waves - Medical Technologies | Covered | 8 | 2 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (8 questions, 2 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
| 14. Apply the relationship between intensity and distance from a point source (i.e., inverse-square law). | S.Applications of Waves - Optical Technologies | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 15. Compare qualitative features of the ranges of the electromagnetic spectrum. | S.Electromagnetic Spectrum | Covered | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
Knowledge of electricity and magnetism (Domain 6)Partially covered
145 questions · 23 materials · 53 cards · 1 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Determine the electric force on a point charge due to one or more other charges. | S.Electrical Charges; S.Electromagnetic Forces; S.Electrostatic Forces | Covered | 18 | 3 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (18 questions, 3 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
| 2. Determine the electric potential difference between two points in an electric field. | S.Electrostatic Fields & Potentials | Partially covered | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (3 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 3. Analyze problems involving capacitance, with or without dielectrics. | S.Capacitance | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 4. Analyze the electric field due to a charge distribution. | S.Electrostatic Fields & Potentials | Partially covered | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (3 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 5. Apply Gauss's law to determine or characterize an electric field. | S.Electrostatic Examples; S.Gauss Law; S.Electrical Conductor vs Insulator | Covered | 11 | 3 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 3 topics (11 questions, 3 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
| 7. Simplify series and parallel combinations of resistors or capacitors. | S.Circuits; S.Series and Parallel | Covered | 26 | 2 | 11 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (26 questions, 2 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos). |
| 8. Solve problems using Ohm's law. | S.Series and Parallel; S.Ohms law; S.Current and Coulombs | Covered | 23 | 3 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (23 questions, 3 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| 9. Apply Kirchhoff's laws to analyze DC circuits. | S.Series and Parallel | Covered | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| 10. Determine the power dissipated through one or more elements of a DC circuit. | S.Series and Parallel; S.Power | Covered | 17 | 2 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (17 questions, 2 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| 11. Relate the resistance of a conductor to its geometry and resistivity. | S.Resistance and Resistivity | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 12. Analyze problems involving the direction and magnitude of the magnetic force acting on moving charges (e.g., mass spectrometer). | S.Electricity and Magnetism; S.Electromagnetic Induction; S.Magnetic Forces and Fields; S.Calculating Magnetic Force on Charges | Covered | 39 | 4 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 4 topics (39 questions, 4 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| 14. Analyze problems involving AC circuits (e.g., transformers, peak current, root-mean-square voltage, frequency, reactance, resonant frequency, impedance). | S.Currents - DC vs AC; S.Transformers | Covered | 11 | 2 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (11 questions, 2 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| 15. Identify principles and components involved in the operation of motors and generators. | S.Types of Voltage Sources | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 16. Predict the magnetic fields associated with current-carrying conductors (e.g., long straight wires, loops, solenoids). | S.Electromagnets; S.Calculating Magnetic Field from Current | Covered | 10 | 2 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (10 questions, 2 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| 6. Analyze charge distributions in conductors and nonconductors. | S.Electrical Conductor vs Insulator | Covered | 7 | 1 | 4 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 1 videos). |
| 13. Apply the laws of electromagnetic induction (i.e., Faraday's law, Lenz's law). | S.Electromagnetic Induction | Partially covered | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
Knowledge of modern physics (Domain 7)Partially covered
110 questions · 15 materials · 48 cards · 2 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Analyze problems based on the energy of a photon (e.g., photoelectric effect, E = hf). | S.Dual Nature of Light; S.Dual Nature of Light - Calculations | Covered | 7 | 2 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (7 questions, 2 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
| 2. Apply Einstein's theory of special relativity (e.g., light postulate, length contraction, time dilation). | S.Special Relativity | Partially covered | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (3 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 3. Apply Einstein's mass-energy equivalence (E = mc2). | S.Mass-Energy Equivalence | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 4. Determine the allowed energies of quantum atomic states or of transitions between such states. | S.Light Spectra; S.Quantum states calculations | Partially covered | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Partial coverage by 2 topics (6 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 5. Compare the characteristics of alpha, beta, and gamma radiation. | S.Radioactivity | Covered | 14 | 1 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| 6. Predict outcomes of radioactive decay processes (e.g., balancing a nuclear equation). | S.Balancing Nuclear Equations | Covered | 8 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| 7. Calculate the age of a radioactive source, given data (e.g., half-life, activity, remaining mass, decayed fraction). | S.Stable/Unstable Isotopes; S.Half-life Calculations | Covered | 14 | 2 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (14 questions, 2 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| 8. Differentiate between fission and fusion processes and their applications. | S.Fission; S.Fusion | Partially covered | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 2 topics (6 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 9. Analyze problems involving Heisenberg's uncertainty principle (e.g., momentum versus position, energy versus time). | S.Uncertainty Principle | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| 10. Differentiate between historical models of the atom (e.g., Thomson's plum pudding, Rutherford, Bohr, electron cloud). | S.Parts of an Atom; S.Atomic Models | Covered | 17 | 2 | 12 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (17 questions, 2 materials, 12 cards, 1 videos). |
| 12. Distinguish between the four fundamental forces of nature in terms of the particles they act upon, the relative distances over which they act, and their relative strengths. | S.Force and Newton's Laws | Covered | 29 | 1 | 12 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (29 questions, 1 materials, 12 cards, 1 videos). |
| 13. Identify characteristics of the dual (i.e., wave and particle) nature of light and matter. | S.Dual Nature of Light | Covered | 5 | 1 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
| 11. Identify characteristics of subatomic and elementary particles (e.g., protons, neutrons, electrons, photons, neutrinos, quarks, antiparticles). | S.Parts of an Atom | Covered | 11 | 1 | 7 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 1 videos). |
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