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AP PHYSICS III – H

COURSE DESCRIPTION

AP PHYSICS III - H CREDIT: 1 credit This is a yearlong course which focuses on the big ideas typically included in the first semester of algebra-based, college level physics. Students will cultivate their understanding of physics as they explore Thermodynamics, ideal gases, kinetic theory, fluid statics and dynamics, electrostatics, DC and RC circuits, electromagnetic inductions, optics, quantum physics, and nuclear physics. This course is recommended for students intending to pursue a post high school degree in engineering or related fields. Students will have the opportunity to take the Physics 2 AP exam in May.

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