Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes: 0625 and 0972

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Last updated: 2026-10-03

Cambridge IGCSE Physics theory notes and study plans for syllabuses 0625 and 0972, kept separate from Paper 5 and Paper 6 practical preparation.

Cambridge IGCSE: Physics 0625 and 0972.

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Official syllabus topic notes

Cambridge IGCSE Physics theory notes

Syllabus Breakdown

1. Motion, forces and energy

Measurement, motion, mass, weight and density
Forces, moments, momentum, energy, work, power and pressure

2. Thermal physics

Kinetic particle model
Thermal properties, temperature and energy transfer

3. Waves

General wave properties
Light
Electromagnetic spectrum
Sound

4. Electricity and magnetism

Magnetism and electrical quantities
Circuits, safety and electromagnetic effects

5. Nuclear physics

Nuclear model of the atom
Radioactivity

6. Space physics

Earth and the Solar System

Frequently Asked Questions

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This page has Cambridge IGCSE theory notes and study plans for Physics 0625 and 0972. Use the linked practical page for experimental skills.
How do I check which syllabus to use?
Use the official syllabus linked near the top of this page. Check that Physics 0625 and 0972 and the syllabus edition match your examination entry before using these resources.
Where do I go for practical preparation?
Use the paired practical hub linked near the top of this page. Keeping the two routes separate makes it clearer whether you need subject knowledge or experimental skills.

Year	Key Topics Covered
1. Motion, forces and energy	Measurement, motion, mass, weight and density Forces, moments, momentum, energy, work, power and pressure
2. Thermal physics	Kinetic particle model Thermal properties, temperature and energy transfer
3. Waves	General wave properties Light Electromagnetic spectrum Sound
4. Electricity and magnetism	Magnetism and electrical quantities Circuits, safety and electromagnetic effects
5. Nuclear physics	Nuclear model of the atom Radioactivity
6. Space physics	Earth and the Solar System Stars and the Universe

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes: 0625 and 0972

Choose the right route

Official syllabus topic notes

Study plan and paper strategy

1.1) Physical Quantities and Measurement

Cambridge IGCSE Physics theory notes

Syllabus Breakdown

1. Motion, forces and energy

2. Thermal physics

3. Waves

4. Electricity and magnetism

5. Nuclear physics

6. Space physics

Frequently Asked Questions

1.2) Motion

1.3) Mass and Weight

1.4) Density

1.5) Forces, Moments and Centre of Gravity

1.6) Momentum

1.7) Energy, Work and Power

1.8) Pressure

2.1) Kinetic Particle Model

2.2) Thermal Properties and Temperature

2.3) Transfer of Thermal Energy

3.1) General Properties of Waves

3.2) Light

3.3) Electromagnetic Spectrum

3.4) Sound

4.1) Simple Magnetism

4.2) Electrical Quantities

4.3) Electric Circuits

4.4) Electrical Safety

4.5) Electromagnetic Effects

5.1) Nuclear Model of the Atom

5.2) Radioactivity

6.1) Earth and the Solar System

6.2) Stars and the Universe

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes: 0625 and 0972

Choose the right route

Official syllabus topic notes

Study plan and paper strategy

1.1) Physical Quantities and Measurement

Cambridge IGCSE Physics theory notes

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.1: Physical Quantities and Measurement

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.2: Motion

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.3: Mass and Weight

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.4: Density

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.5: Forces, Moments and Centre of Gravity

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.6: Momentum

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.7: Energy, Work and Power

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.8: Pressure

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 2.1: Kinetic Particle Model

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 2.2: Thermal Properties and Temperature

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 2.3: Transfer of Thermal Energy

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 3.1: General Properties of Waves

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 3.2: Light

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 3.3: Electromagnetic Spectrum

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 3.4: Sound

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 4.1: Simple Magnetism

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 4.2: Electrical Quantities

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 4.3: Electric Circuits

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 4.4: Electrical Safety

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 4.5: Electromagnetic Effects

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 5.1: Nuclear Model of the Atom

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 5.2: Radioactivity

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 6.1: Earth and the Solar System

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 6.2: Stars and the Universe

IGCSE Physics (0625): Study Plan and Paper Strategy (Singapore)

Cambridge IGCSE Physics theory notes

Syllabus Breakdown

1. Motion, forces and energy

2. Thermal physics

3. Waves

4. Electricity and magnetism

5. Nuclear physics

6. Space physics

Frequently Asked Questions

Cambridge IGCSE Physics theory notes

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.1: Physical Quantities and Measurement

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.2: Motion

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.3: Mass and Weight

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.4: Density

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.5: Forces, Moments and Centre of Gravity

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.6: Momentum

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.7: Energy, Work and Power

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 1.8: Pressure

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 2.1: Kinetic Particle Model

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 2.2: Thermal Properties and Temperature

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 2.3: Transfer of Thermal Energy

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 3.1: General Properties of Waves

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 3.2: Light

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 3.3: Electromagnetic Spectrum

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 3.4: Sound

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 4.1: Simple Magnetism

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 4.2: Electrical Quantities

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 4.3: Electric Circuits

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 4.4: Electrical Safety

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 4.5: Electromagnetic Effects

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 5.1: Nuclear Model of the Atom

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 5.2: Radioactivity

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 6.1: Earth and the Solar System

Cambridge IGCSE Physics Notes 6.2: Stars and the Universe

IGCSE Physics (0625): Study Plan and Paper Strategy (Singapore)

1.2) Motion

1.3) Mass and Weight

1.4) Density

1.5) Forces, Moments and Centre of Gravity

1.6) Momentum

1.7) Energy, Work and Power

1.8) Pressure

2.1) Kinetic Particle Model

2.2) Thermal Properties and Temperature

2.3) Transfer of Thermal Energy

3.1) General Properties of Waves

3.2) Light

3.3) Electromagnetic Spectrum

3.4) Sound