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AP Physics 1 Cheatsheets
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AP Physics 1, unit by unit
What each unit's one-page cheatsheet covers. Open a unit to read the start of its sheet.
Scalars vs. Vectors · Displacement, Velocity & Acceleration · Kinematic Equations (Constant Acceleration) · Reading Motion Graphs · Reference Frames & Relative Motion · Two-Dimensional Motion & Components · Motion Representations · Common Problem-Solving Moves · Key Distinctions
Unit 3: Work, Energy, and Power
Kinetic Energy & Work Basics · Work-Energy Theorem · Conservative vs. Nonconservative Forces · Potential Energy Systems · Mechanical Energy & Conservation · Power · Work from Graphs
Linear Momentum: Definition & Vector Nature · Conservation of Momentum: When & Why · Solving Momentum Problems: Strategy · Impulse & Force-Time Relationship · Collisions: Elastic vs. Inelastic · Reading Momentum & Force Graphs · Impulse-Momentum Theorem · Collision & Explosion Models · Common Confusions & Traps
Unit 5: Torque and Rotational Dynamics
Angular Kinematics Equations & Graphs · Rotational Dynamics (Newton's 2nd Law, Rotational) · Common Confusions & Checks · Linear–Rotational Connection · Torque: Magnitude & Direction · Rotational Inertia: Calculation & Factors · Rotational Equilibrium (Newton's 1st Law, Rotational) · Rigid Systems vs. Objects · Problem-Solving Strategy
Density & Fluid Properties · Continuity Equation · Problem-Solving Strategy · Pressure Fundamentals · Torricelli's Theorem · Common Confusions & Checks · Buoyant Force · Newton's Laws in Fluids · Bernoulli's Equation
