OCR GCSE Physics Revision Notes

Our OCR GCSE Physics revision notes have been broken down into topics specific to the OCR exam board to help you target your revision. With clear explanations, diagrams and examples, we’ll help you to understand every the most complex of concepts.

OCR 1.1 The Particle Model

Charge, Mass Number & Atomic Number (GCSE Physics)

Structure of an Atom (GCSE Physics)

Development of the Atomic Model Part 2 (GCSE Physics)

Development of the Atomic Model Part 1 (GCSE Physics)

Investigating Density (GCSE Physics)

Density Calculations (GCSE Physics)

Density (GCSE Physics)

Solids, Liquids and Gases (GCSE Physics)

OCR 1.2 Changes of state

Specific Latent Heat Calculations (GCSE Physics)

Specific Heat Capacity Calculations (GCSE Physics)

Changes in Thermal Energy (GCSE Physics)

Energy of Particles (GCSE Physics)

Changes of State (GCSE Physics)

Changes in Thermal Energy (GCSE Physics)

OCR 1.3 Pressure

Fluid Pressures Part 2 (GCSE Physics)

Atmospheric Pressure (GCSE Physics)

Earth’s Atmosphere (GCSE Physics)

Pressure in Gases (GCSE Physics)

OCR 2.1 Motion

Calculating Distance Travelled (GCSE Physics)

Velocity-Time Graphs (GCSE Physics)

Uniform Acceleration Calculations (GCSE Physics)

Uniform Acceleration (GCSE Physics)

Acceleration (GCSE Physics)

Curved Distance-Time Graphs (GCSE Physics)

Distance-Time Graph Calculations (GCSE Physics)

Distance-Time Relationship (GCSE Physics)

Non-Uniform Motion (GCSE Physics)

Speed Calculation Examples (GCSE Physics)

OCR 2.2 Newton’s Laws

Changes in Momentum (GCSE Physics)

Momentum (GCSE Physics)

Conservation of Momentum (GCSE Physics)

Newton’s Third Law (GCSE Physics)

Newton’s First Law (GCSE Physics)

Newton’s Second Law (GCSE Physics)

Terminal Velocity (GCSE Physics)

Velocity-Time Graphs (GCSE Physics)

Acceleration (GCSE Physics)

Velocity (GCSE Physics)

OCR 2.3 Forces in Action

Fluid Pressures Part 1 (GCSE Physics)

Levers & Gears (GCSE Physics)

Balancing Moments (GCSE Physics)

Work Done in a Spring (GCSE Physics)

Forces and Elasticity (GCSE Physics)

Terminal Velocity (GCSE Physics)

Weight and Mass (GCSE Physics)

Gravitational Field Strength (GCSE Physics)

Weight and Gravity (GCSE Physics)

OCR 3.1 Static and charge

Sparks (GCSE Physics)

Electric Fields (GCSE Physics)

Charging Materials (GCSE Physics)

Static Electricity (GCSE Physics)

Charged Objects (GCSE Physics)

Series and Parallel Circuits (GCSE Physics)

Charge Flow Calculations (GCSE Physics)

Current (GCSE Physics)

Electrical Charge (GCSE Physics)

OCR 3.2 Simple circuits

Power: Work Done (GCSE Physics)

Alternating and Direct Potential Difference (GCSE Physics)

Power: Current and Resistance (GCSE Physics)

Power: Current and Potential Difference (GCSE Physics)

Circuit Components (GCSE Physics)

Series and Parallel Circuits (GCSE Physics)

Investigating Current-Voltage Characteristics (GCSE Physics)

Thermistors and LDRs (GCSE Physics)

Resistance (GCSE Physics)

Current-Voltage Graphs (GCSE Physics)

OCR 4.1 Magnets and magnetic fields

Electromagnetism (GCSE Physics)

Magnetic Fields (GCSE Physics)

Poles of a Magnet (GCSE Physics)

OCR 4.2 Uses of magnetism

Ratio of Potential Differences (GCSE Physics)

Transformers (GCSE Physics)

Microphones (GCSE Physics)

Loudspeakers (GCSE Physics)

Induced Potential & the Generator Effect(GCSE Physics)

Electric Motors (GCSE Physics)

Fleming’s Left Hand Rule (GCSE Physics)

Electromagnetism (GCSE Physics)

OCR 5.1 Wave Behaviour

Waves for Detection & Exploration(GCSE Physics)

Frequency Range (GCSE Physics)

The Ear (GCSE Physics)

Sound Waves Through Solids (GCSE Physics)

Measuring the Speed: Water Waves (GCSE Physics)

Measuring the Speed: Sound Waves (GCSE Physics)

Wave Speed (GCSE Physics)

Transmission: Reflection (GCSE Physics)

Transmission: Refraction (GCSE Physics)

Waves at Boundaries (GCSE Physics)

OCR 5.2 The Electromagnetic spectrum

Visible Light and Colours (GCSE Physics)

Dangers of Radiation (GCSE Physics)

Producing and Absorbing Radio Waves (GCSE Physics)

Properties of Electromagnetic Waves (GCSE Physics)

Electromagnetic Spectrum (GCSE Physics)

Applications of Electromagnetic Waves (GCSE Physics)

OCR 5.3 Wave Interactions

Radiation and Temperature (GCSE Physics)

Magnification (GCSE Physics)

Visible Light and Colours (GCSE Physics)

Convex & Concave Lenses (GCSE Physics)

Properties of Electromagnetic Waves (GCSE Physics)

Ray Diagrams (GCSE Physics)

Transmission: Reflection (GCSE Physics)

Transmission: Refraction (GCSE Physics)

Waves at Boundaries (GCSE Physics)

OCR 6.1 Radioactive Emissions

Penetration and Ionisation (GCSE Physics)

Alpha, Beta and Gamma (GCSE Physics)

Types of Nuclear Radiation (GCSE Physics)

Radioactive Decay & Half Life (GCSE Physics)

Spectrums (GCSE Physics)

Electromagnetic Radiation (GCSE Physics)

Ionisation (GCSE Physics)

Charge, Mass Number & Atomic Number (GCSE Physics)

Isotopes (GCSE Physics)

OCR 6.2 Radioactivity - Uses and hazards

Associated Hazards and Precautions (GCSE Physics)

Chain Reactions (GCSE Physics)

Nuclear Fusion (GCSE Physics)

Nuclear Fission (GCSE Physics)

Evaluation of Uses (GCSE Physics)

Uses of Nuclear Radiation (GCSE Physics)

Radioactive Irradiation and Contamination (GCSE Physics)

OCR 7.1 Work Done

The Law of Conservation of Energy (GCSE Physics)

Work Done (GCSE Physics)

Work Done and Power (GCSE Physics)

Energy Changes in a System (GCSE Physics)

GCSE Specific Heat Capacity

The Elastic Potential Energy Equation (GCSE Physics)

Elastic Potential Energy (GCSE Physics)

Linking the KE and GPE (GCSE Physics)

Using the Gravitational Potential Energy Equation (GCSE Physics)

Gravitational Potential Energy (GCSE Physics)

OCR 7.2 Power and Efficiency

Energy Resources: Heating (GCSE Physics)

Reducing Energy Waste (GCSE Physics)

Power Efficiency (GCSE Physics)

Efficiency (GCSE Physics)

The Law of Conservation of Energy (GCSE Physics)

Energy Transfers in Electronic Appliances (GCSE Physics)

Comparing the Rate of Energy Transfer (GCSE Physics)

OCR 8.1 Physics on the move

Factors Affecting Braking Distance (GCSE Physics)

Reaction Time (GCSE Physics)

Stopping Distance (GCSE Physics)

Newton’s Second Law (GCSE Physics)

Acceleration (GCSE Physics)

Speed Values (GCSE Physics)

OCR 8.2 Powering Earth

Transformers (GCSE Physics)

Transporting Electrical Energy (GCSE Physics)

Dangers of Electricity (GCSE Physics)

Mains Electricity (GCSE Physics)

Alternating and Direct Potential Difference (GCSE Physics)

Energy Resources: Trends in Usage (GCSE Physics)

Non-renewable Energy Sources (GCSE Physics)

Renewable Energy Sources (GCSE Physics)

OCR 8.3 Beyond Earth

Red-Shift (GCSE Physics)

Big Bang Theory (GCSE Physics)

Life Cycle of a Star (GCSE Physics)

Formation of Stars (GCSE Physics)

Gravity & Orbits (GCSE Physics)

Orbital Motion (GCSE Physics)

Our Solar System (GCSE Physics)

The Solar System Over Time(GCSE Physics)

Temperature of the Earth (GCSE Physics)

Radiation and Temperature (GCSE Physics)

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Should I write my own OCR GCSE Physics revision notes?

Writing your own GCSE Physics notes is a good idea only if you are actively engaging with what you are writing, rather than just copying it out of a textbook. Try to summarise ideas into your own words or create flashcards/quizzes for yourself. This will mean that you are more likely to retain the information.

How long is the OCR GCSE Physics exam?

The OCR Physics A exam consists of two papers for both the Foundation tier (grade 5-1) and the Higher tier (grade 9-4) which are both 1 hour 45 minutes long and each are weighted to 50% of the grade mark. The two papers are split into different topics.

What topics are on the OCR GCSE Physics exam?

Paper 1 of the OCR GCSE Physics A exam consists of topics including Matter, Forces, Electricity, Magnetism and magnetic fields and Practical Skills. Paper 2 consists of topics including Waves in matter, Radioactivity, Energy, Global challenges and Practical skills. It presumes that students have knowledge of the topics in paper 1.