AP Physics 1 Review – Units 3-4

Review circular motion, gravitation, energy, and momentum with this complete AP Physics 1 Units 3-4 walkthrough. You'll strengthen your understanding of centripetal force, Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation, conservation principles, and collision problems—all essential for the AP exam. This comprehensive review includes practice MCQs, FRQs with scoring guidelines, and problem-solving strategies for common exam questions. Perfect for students preparing for the AP Physics 1 exam or reviewing these challenging topics. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome and Schedule Review 3:22 Host Introductions 5:05 Agenda and Cram Tips 7:11 Unit 3: Circular Motion 8:14 Fundamental Forces 9:51 Gravity Equations 11:25 Centripetal Force Basics 13:00 Centripetal Acceleration 15:07 Unit 3 Quiz Start 20:38 Ferris Wheel Question 24:36 Gravitational Force Change 29:09 Space Station Rotation 32:25 Centripetal Acceleration Direction 34:44 Roller Coaster Normal Force 38:04 Practice MCQ: Rock Swing 40:24 FRQ: Moons Orbiting Planet 43:41 Justify Net Forces 48:58 Roller Coaster Diagram Fix 52:22 FRQ Part C: Derive Forces 58:02 FRQ Part D: Reasoning Support 1:04:17 Next FRQ: Spacecraft Orbit 1:07:12 Derive Orbital Period 1:14:09 Orbital Period Explanation 1:23:34 Orbital Period Comparison 1:25:19 Spacecraft Speed Change 1:36:22 Unit 4: Energy Basics 1:39:10 Work and Mechanical Energy 1:40:44 Kinetic Energy 1:42:23 Spring Potential Energy 1:45:00 Conservation of Energy 1:46:03 Work Energy Theorem 1:47:06 Power Equations 1:49:45 Roller Coaster Practice 1:53:37 Energy FRQ Introduction 1:57:20 FRQ Part A Explanation 2:07:34 FRQ Part B Setup 2:12:01 FRQ Part BI Explanation 2:15:45 FRQ Scoring Guidelines 2:20:37 FRQ Part B2 Explanation 2:23:59 Energy Quiz Start 2:28:22 Open System Exchange 2:30:25 Stone Kinetic Energy Minimum 2:32:18 Spring Maximum Potential 2:34:28 Work from Graph 2:36:45 Power Definition 2:38:20 Power Equations 2:39:46 Q&A Session 2:49:58 Dynamics Quiz 2:55:39 Friction Force Calculation 2:59:53 Session Closing 📚 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: • Circular motion and centripetal acceleration • Gravitational force and orbital mechanics • Work, energy, and power relationships • Conservation of energy in mechanical systems • Momentum and impulse • Elastic and inelastic collisions • Problem-solving techniques for Units 3-4 👍 Subscribe for more AP Physics 1 reviews and study tips to help you prepare throughout the year. 📚 STUDY AP PHYSICS 1 WITH FIVEABLE: Study guides, practice questions, and exam prep for AP Physics 1. 📖 Study Guides: https://fiveable.me/ap-physics-1 ✏️ Practice Questions: https://fiveable.me/guided-practice/a... #APPhysics1 #PhysicsReview #APExamPrep