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Physics Short Notes

Key facts, formulas & definitions

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Mechanics

v = u + at → uniform acceleration

s = ut + ½at²

v² = u² + 2as

g = 9.81 m s⁻² (near Earth's surface)

Newton's 2nd Law: F = ma

Momentum: p = mv (conserved in closed system)

Impulse = FΔt = Δp

Waves & Optics

v = fλ v = wave speed, f = frequency, λ = wavelength

Speed of light: c = 3.0 × 10⁸ m s⁻¹

Snell's Law: n₁ sin θ₁ = n₂ sin θ₂