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AP Physics C: Mechanics Videos

This page is comprised of AP Physics C: Mechanics Videos

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Measurements, Motion in One and Two Dimensions and Vectors

All Lecture Notes & YouTube Playlist for Measurements, Motion in 1 and 2 Dimensions and Vectors
  1. Dimensions, Conversions and Significant Figures: video
  2. Introduction to Displacement, Velocity and the Derivative: video
  3. Introductory Examples of Derivatives including Instantaneous Velocity & Acceleration: video
  4. Using the Derivative to derive two Uniformly Accelerated Motion Equations: video
  5. Introductory Example Problem: Position, Velocity and Acceleration using the Derivative: video
  6. Introduction to Freefall with an Example Problem: video
  7. Introduction to Component Vectors and Unit Vectors: video
  8. An Introductory Vector Addition Problem using Unit Vectors: video
  9. Introduction to the R Position Vector by way of an Example Problem: video
  10. Using the R Position Vector to find Velocity and Acceleration - Example Problem: video
  11. A Projectile Motion Problem using Unit Vectors: video
  12. Introduction to Uniform Circular Motion: video
  13. Derivation of Centripetal Acceleration: video
  14. Deriving the relationship between Angular Velocity and Period: video
  15. Explaining the Differences between Tangential and Centripetal Accelerations: video
  16. Introduction to Relative Motion and Inertial versus Non-Inertial Reference Frames: video
  17. (Part 1) Throwing a Ball off a Building - A Projectile Motion Problem using Unit Vectors: video
  18. (Part 2) Throwing a Ball off a Building - A Projectile Motion Problem using Unit Vectors: video

Newton's Laws of Motion and Circular Motion

All Lecture Notes and YouTube Playlist for Newton's Laws of Motion and Circular Motion
  1. Newton's 1st and 2nd Laws & Weight versus Mass - AP Physics Version: video
  2. Example - Three Forces act on an Object, Finding Acceleration, Mass and Velocity: video
  3. Newton's 3rd Law - AP Physics Version: video
  4. Defining Normal Force and Tension: video
  5. Introduction to Equilibrium: video
  6. Introduction to Static and Kinetic Friction and the Coefficient of Friction: video
  7. (Part 1) Reviewing Pulleys, Inclines and Free Body Diagrams with an Example Problem: video
  8. (Part 2) Reviewing Pulleys, Inclines and Free Body Diagrams with an Example Problem: video
  9. Introduction and Review of Centripetal Force: video
  10. A Conical Pendulum - A Classic Centripetal Force Example Problem: video
  11. Introduction to Non-Uniform Circular Motion: video
  12. Introduction to Resistive Forces or the Force of Drag: video
  13. Deriving the Equation for Terminal Velocity: video
  14. Numerical Modeling - An Example Freefall Problem with Air Drag: video & Excel File
  15. An Introductory Drag Force Problem: video
  16. Example Problem - A Stopper on a String moving in a Vertical Circle: video
  17. Review: Newton's Three Laws of Motion, Drag Force and Circular Motion: video

Work and Energy

All Lecture Notes and YouTube Playlist for Work and Energy
  1. Defining Work with the Dot Product and a Review of the Dot Product - Constant Force: video
  2. Some Introductory Example Problems of Work using the Dot Product - Constant Force: video
  3. Introduction to Work with a Non-Constant Force using an Integral: video
  4. Introduction to the Integral or Anti-Derivative for use in Work from a Non-Constant Force: video
  5. Introductory Example Problem: Work with a Non-Constant Force using an Integral: video
  6. Introduction to the Work done by a Spring - Deriving Elastic Potential Energy: video
  7. Deriving Kinetic Energy and the Net Work Equals Change in Kinetic Energy Equation: video
  8. An Introductory Example Problem using The Net Work equals The Change In Kinetic Energy: video
  9. A Problem - Work and Energy on a Block with a Force Applied and Unit Vectors: video
  10. Introduction to Mechanical Power with Example Problem: video
  11. Mechanical Power Example Problem using an Integral - Power as a function of Time: video
  12. A Problem where using Net Work equals Change in Kinetic Energy makes it Easier: video
  13. Introduction to Gravitational and Elastic Potential Energies: video
  14. Derivation of Conservation of Mechanical Energy: video
  15. Conservation of Mechanical Energy Problem involving a Spring and No Numbers: video
  16. Derivation of Work due to Friction Equation with Example Problem (uses Quadratic Formula): video
  17. Introduction to the Conservative Force and its Potential Energy with Example Problem: video
  18. [1] (1:04) Stable, Unstable and Neutral Equilibrium
  19. Problem - Power Exerted by a Bicyclist going Uphill - Includes Drag Force: video
  20. Finding Power, Kinetic Energy and Work as a Function of Time: video
  21. Review of the Equations that relate Work and Mechanical Energy: video
  22. Review: Work, Mechanical Energy and Power: video

Momentum, Center of Mass, Moment of Inertia, Net Torque

All Lecture Notes and YouTube Playlist for Momentum, Center of Mass, Moment of Inertia, Net Torque
  1. Introduction to Momentum and Derivation of Conservation of Momentum: video
  2. Introductory Conservation of Momentum Problem using Unit Vectors: video
  3. Derivation of Impulse using an Integral and Impulse Approximation: video
  4. Introduction to the Indefinite Integral and Deriving two UAM Equations: video
  5. (Part 1 of 3) Dropping a Racket Ball on a Force Sensor - Demonstrating the Power of Calculus: video
  6. (Part 2 of 3) Dropping a Racket Ball on a Force Sensor - Demonstrating the Power of Calculus: video
  7. (Part 3 of 3) Dropping a Racket Ball on a Force Sensor - Demonstrating the Power of Calculus: video
  8. Introduction to Elastic, Inelastic and Perfectly Inelastic Collisions: video
  9. A Ballistic Pendulum Problem - A Classic Example: video
  10. Introduction to Center of Mass of a System of Particles with Example Problem: video
  11. Introductory Example Problem - Center of Mass of an Rigid Object with Shape using an Integral: video
  12. Problem - Finding the Center of Mass of a Rigid Object with Shape with a Non-Constant Density: video
  13. Introduction to Velocity and Acceleration of a System of Particles: video
  14. An Introductory Review of Circular Motion and Deriving Tangential Velocity and Acceleration: video
  15. Deriving Rotational Kinetic Energy and Moment of Inertia with Example Problem: video
  16. Deriving the Moment of Inertia of a Uniform Thin Hoop about its Center of Mass: video
  17. Deriving the Moment of Inertia of a Uniform Thin Rod about its Center of Mass and End: video
  18. Deriving the Moment of Inertia of a Uniform Cylinder about its Long Cylindrical Axis: video
  19. A Statement about Moment of Inertia Memorization for the AP Physics C Test: video
  20. Introduction to the Parallel Axis Theorem with an Example Problem: video
  21. Introduction to Torque and The Rotational form of Newton's 2nd Law: video
  22. Problem - Finding Tension and Acceleration of Two Masses on a Pulley using Net Torque: video
  23. Comparing Linear and Rotational Variables: video
  24. Problem - Finding Acceleration of Two Masses on a Pulley using Conservation of Energy: video
  25. Introduction to Rolling Without Slipping: video
  26. Finding the Acceleration of a Solid Sphere Rolling Without Slipping Down An Incline: video
  27. Review: Momentum, Center of Mass, Moment of Inertia, Net Torque: video

Torque as the Cross Product, Angular Momentum, Center of Gravity and Rotational Equilibrium

All Lecture Notes and YouTube Playlist for Torque as the Cross Product, Angular Momentum, Center of Gravity and Rotational Equilibrium
  1. Introduction to Torque with a review of the Cross Product: video
  2. Introduction to the Angular Momentum of a System of Particles: video
  3. Introduction to the Angular Momentum of a Rigid Object with Shape with Example Problem: video
  4. Using the Derivative of Angular Momentum with respect to Time on a Pulley Mass System: video
  5. Introduction to Conservation of Angular Momentum with Demonstrations: video
  6. A Merry-Go-Round Demonstration - Conservation of Angular Momentum and Centripetal Force: video
  7. Example - Conservation of Angular Momentum on a Merry-Go-Round: video
  8. A Conservation of Angular Momentum Problem - A Piece of Clay hits a Cylinder: video
  9. Introduction to Rotational Equilibrium: video
  10. Comparing Center of Mass to Center of Gravity in a Constant Gravitational Field: video
  11. Vehicles on a Bridge - An Introductory Static Equilibrium Problem using Net Torque: video
  12. A Hungry Bear - Another Introductory Static Equilibrium Problem using Net Torque: video
  13. Problem - Finding the Center of Gravity of a Rigid Object with Shape: video
  14. Problem - Finding the Angular Momentum and Acceleration of a Block Hanging off a Cylinder: video
  15. Review: Torque as the Cross Product, Angular Momentum, Center of Gravity and Rotational Equilibrium: video

Universal Gravitation and Energy, Kepler's 3 Laws, Simple Harmonic Motion

All Lecture Notes & YouTube Playlist for Universal Gravitation & Energy, Kepler's 3 Laws, Simple Harmonic Motion
  1. Introduction to Newton's Universal Law of Gravitation and a Derivation of Freefall Acceleration: video
  2. Introduction to Kepler's 1st and 2nd Laws: video
  3. Derivation of Kepler's 3rd Law: video
  4. A Synchronous Orbit Problem - Don't Memorize Kepler's 3rd Law - Derive It: video
  5. Derivation of Universal Gravitational Potential Energy: video
  6. Derivation of the Binding Energy of a Planet: video
  7. An Object Launched in to Space - Find (a) Max Altitude (b) Escape Velocity: video
  8. Problem - Finding Impulse for Two Masses being Attracted to One Another: video
  9. Introduction to Simple Harmonic Motion with Angular Frequency and Phase Constant: video
  10. Demonstration - A Vertical Mass Spring System in Simple Harmonic Motion: video
  11. Comparing Graphs in Simple Harmonic Motion - Position, Velocity and Acceleration vs. Time: video
  12. Introduction to Energy in Simple Harmonic Motion: video
  13. Comparing Simple Harmonic Motion to Circular Motion: video
  14. Finding Amplitude, Phase Constant and Position as a Function of Time in Simple Harmonic Motion: video
  15. Derivation of Period and Position vs Time for a Pendulum in Simple Harmonic Motion: video
  16. A Statement about Memorization of Angular Frequencies for the AP Physics C Test: video
  17. An Introductory Simple Harmonic Motion Problem: video
  18. Review: Universal Gravitation and Energy, Kepler's 3 Laws, Simple Harmonic Motion: video
The videos below this point are for the AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Curriculum.

Electric Fields, Charges & Forces, Gauss' Law, Electric Flux, and Electrostatic Equilibrium
All Lecture Notes and YouTube Playlist for Electric Fields, Charges & Forces, Gauss' Law, Electric Flux, and Electrostatic Equilibrium
  1. Law of Charges: video
  2. Introduction to Point Charges: video
  3. Example - 2 Balloons on a String: video
  4. Introduction to Electric Fields: video
  5. Example - Electric Field from 2 Positive Charges: video
  6. Introduction to Electric Field due to Continuous Charge Distribution: video
  7. Example - Electric Field from Charged Rod: video
  8. Example - E Field from Positively Charged Ring: video
  9. Introduction to Electric Field Lines: video
  10. Example - Charge Moving between 2 Parallel Plates: video
  11. Introduction to Electric Flux: video
  12. Example - Net Electric Flux through a Closed Surface: video
  13. Introduction to Gauss' Law: video
  14. Example - E Field Outside a Solid, Uniform Insulating Sphere: video
  15. Example - E Field Inside a Solid, Uniform Insulating Sphere: video
  16. Example - E Field caused by a Thin, Spherical, Uniformly Charged Shell: video
  17. Example - E Field caused by an Infinitely Long Line of Positive Charges: video
  18. Example - E Field caused by an Infinitely Long Plate of Positive Charges: video
  19. Example - Electric Field caused by 2 Infinitely Long Plates of Charges: video
  20. Introduction to Conductors in Electrostatic Equilibrium: video
  21. Example - Electric Field by 2 Concentric Spheres: video
  22. Review of Electric Fields, Charges & Forces, Gauss' Law, Electric Flux, and Electrostatic Equilibrium: video

Electric Potential Energy & Difference, Capacitors, Dielectrics & Capacitor Circuits

All Lecture Notes and YouTube Playlist for Electric Potential Energy & Difference, Capacitors, Dielectrics & Capacitor Circuits
  1. Introduction to Electric Potential Energy and Electric Potential Difference: video
  2. Derivation of Electric Potential Difference in a Constant Electric Field: video
  3. Derivation of Equipotential Surface and Electric Potential due to a Point Charge: video
  4. Derivation of Electric Potential Difference due to a Point Charge: video
  5. Example - Electric Potential due to 2 Positive Point Charges: video
  6. Example - Electric Potential along a Ring Axis (with Derivation): video
  7. Charged Conductor in Electrostatic Equilibrium (with Example): video
  8. Work done to charge a sphere to Q: video
  9. Electric Field between 2 Parallel Plates: video
  10. Definition of Capacitance and a Parallel Plate Capacitor: video
  11. Derivation of Capacitors in Parallel and Series: video
  12. Example - Capacitors in a Simple Circuit: video
  13. Derivation of Energy Stored in a Charged Capacitor: video
  14. Introduction to Dielectrics: video
  15. Example - Capacitance of a Spherical Conductor: video
  16. Example - Capacitance of a Cylindrical Conductor: video
  17. Examples of Capacitors in Series and Parallel: video
  18. 3 Plates, Electric Potential Difference and Charge: video
  19. Pulling on one plate of a Parallel Plate Capacitor: video
  20. Review of Electric Potential Energy & Difference, Capacitors, Dielectrics & Capacitor Circuits: video

Current, Resistance, Electric Power, Resistors, Circuits, Kirchhoff's Rules, and RC Circuits
All Lecture Notes and YouTube Playlist for Current, Resistance, Electric Power, Resistors, Circuits, Kirchhoff's Rules, and RC Circuits
  1. Derivation of Current on a Wire: video
  2. Derivation of Resistance and Resistivity (with Example): video
  3. Derivation of Electric Power and KiloWatt Hours (with Example): video
  4. Bohr Model of Hydrogen Atom - Velocity of Electron and Effective Current: video
  5. Introduction to Electromotive Force and Terminal Voltage: video
  6. Derivation of Resistors in Series and Parallel (with Example): video
  7. Introduction to Kirchhoff’s Rules (with Example): video
  8. A Kirchhoff’s Rules Example Problem: video
  9. RC Circuit - Charging a Capacitor through a Resistor: video
  10. RC Circuit - Definition of the Time Constant: video
  11. Another Kirchhoff’s Rules Example Problem: video
  12. RC Circuit - Discharging a Capacitor through a Resistor: video
  13. Ammeters, Voltmeters, Galvanometers and Household Circuits: video
  14. Circuit with Battery, 2 Resistors, Switch and Capacitor: video
  15. Review of Current, Resistance, Electric Power, Resistors, Circuits, Kirchhoff's Rules, and RC Circuits: video

Magnetic Fields, Forces, Torque, Angular Frequency, Biot-Savart Law, Ampere's Law and Magnetic Flux

All Lecture Notes and YouTube Playlist for Magnetic Fields, Forces, Torque, Angular Frequency, Biot-Savart Law, Ampere's Law and Magnetic Flux
  1. Introduction to Magnetic Field, Magnetic Force and Right Hand Rule: video
  2. Example - Magnetic Force and Right Hand Rule: video
  3. Derivation of Magnetic Force on a Current Carrying Straight Wire: video
  4. Derivation of Magnetic Force on a Current Carrying Curved Wire (with Example): video
  5. Derivation of Torque on a Loop in a Uniform Magnetic Field: video
  6. Example - Proton in a Uniform Magnetic Field and Angular Frequency: video
  7. The Mass Spectrometer: video
  8. Magnetic Force Right Hand Rule Examples: video
  9. Example - Torque on a Current Carrying Loop in a Constant Magnetic Field: video
  10. Example - Period of an Electron moving Perpendicular to a Constant Magnetic Field: video
  11. Derivation of Magnetic Field from a Long Wire using the Biot-Savart Law: video
  12. Magnetic Field Lines around Straight Current Carrying Wires: video
  13. Example - Magnetic Field at the Center of a Quarter Circle Wire: video
  14. Derivation of Magnetic Force between 2 Parallel Current Carrying Wires: video
  15. Derivation of Ampere's Law and Magnetic Field Outside a Current Carrying Wire: video
  16. Example - Magnetic Field Inside a Current Carrying Wire: video
  17. Derivation of Magnetic Field inside a Solenoid: video
  18. Example - Magnetic Field along the Axis of a Current Carrying Circle: video
  19. Introduction to Magnetic Flux & Gauss' Law in Magnetic Fields: video
  20. Example - Current Necessary to hold 2 Parallel Current Carrying Wires In Place: video
  21. A Motional Emf Problem: video
  22. Magnetic Field around a Flat Wire: video
  23. Review of Magnetic Fields, Forces, Torque, Angular Frequency, Biot-Savart Law, Ampere's Law and Magnetic Flux: video

Faraday's Law of Induction, Motional EMF, Generators, Motors, Self-Inductance, RL Circuits, and LC Circuits
All Lecture Notes and YouTube Playlist for Faraday's Law of Induction, Motional EMF, Generators, Motors, Self-Inductance, RL Circuits, and LC Circuits
  1. Introduction to Faraday’s Law of Induction: video
  2. Introduction to Lenz’ Law - The Direction of Faraday’s Law of Induction (with Examples): video
  3. Derivation of Motional EMF using Net Force: video
  4. Derivation of Motional EMF using Faraday’s Law of Induction: video
  5. Faraday’s Law of Induction Example - Changing Current on a Resistance Loop: video
  6. Example - Rotating Metal Bar in Constant Magnetic Field (Motional EMF): video
  7. Introduction to Generators and Motors: video
  8. Derivation of Back EMF in an Electric Motor: video
  9. Eddy Currents Demo: video
  10. Example - Back EMF in an Electric Motor: video
  11. Example - Current Carrying Square Loop in a Solenoid: video
  12. Example - Power and Motional emf: video
  13. Demo Hand Crank Motor and Electric Generator and Prius: video
  14. Derivation of Inductance of a Coil and Self Inductance of a Solenoid: video
  15. Example - Inductance and Induced EMF on a Solenoid: video
  16. Derivation of Current as Function of Time in an RL Circuit (Putting Energy into the Inductor): video
  17. Derivation of Current as Function of Time in an RL Circuit (Removing Energy from the Inductor): video
  18. Derivation of Energy stored in the Magnetic Field of an Inductor: video
  19. The Last New AP Physics C - Derivation of Simple Harmonic Motion of an LC Circuit: video
  20. Example - Current and Potential Difference in an RL Circuit: video
  21. Example - A Battery, Resistor, Capacitor and Inductor in a Circuit: video
  22. Review of Faraday's Law of Induction, Motional EMF, Generators, Motors, Self-Inductance, RL Circuits, and LC Circuits: video