AP Physics 1 Review – Unit 6

Review AP Physics 1 Unit 6 with this complete study session covering simple harmonic motion, oscillations, and waves. You'll strengthen your understanding of springs, pendulums, wave properties, and energy transfer—perfect for exam prep or reinforcing classroom concepts. This video walks through the fundamentals of oscillating systems and mechanical waves. Learn how to analyze spring-mass systems, calculate pendulum periods, and understand wave behavior. Includes worked examples and practice problems to help you prepare for the AP exam. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction to Unit 6 1:40 Simple Harmonic Motion Overview 2:11 Types of SHM 2:43 Kinematics Equations 3:15 Period and Frequency 3:50 Spring Force and Hooke's Law 4:22 Spring Potential Energy 4:53 Spring Period Calculation 5:25 Intro to Pendulums 5:56 Pendulum Similarities to Springs 6:27 Pendulum Positions Analysis 6:59 Equilibrium in Pendulums 7:31 Angle Condition for SHM 8:13 Pendulum Period Equation 8:44 Pendulum Description 9:15 Pendulum Velocity and Energy 9:47 Multiple Choice Practice 10:18 First MC Question 12:24 First MC Solution 14:00 Second MC Question 15:35 Pendulum on Planet 18:23 Second MC Solution 20:35 Horizontal vs Vertical Systems 23:02 Third MC Question 26:12 Third MC Solution 28:52 Fourth MC Question 32:30 Fourth MC Solution 34:05 FRQ Introduction 34:38 Experimental Design FRQ 35:09 Part A: Equipment Selection 37:02 Part B: Procedure Description 40:32 Sample Answer for B 41:41 Part C: Varying Parameters 43:26 Sample Answer for C 46:06 Part D: Temperature Change 48:21 Answer for D 49:23 Closing and Survey 📚 What You'll Learn: • Simple harmonic motion fundamentals • Energy in spring-mass systems • Pendulum motion and period calculations • Wave properties: frequency, wavelength, amplitude • Mechanical wave behavior and energy transfer • Problem-solving strategies for Unit 6 questions 💡 Subscribe for more AP Physics 1 reviews and study guides 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 #APExamPrep #PhysicsReview #SimpleHarmonicMotion