AP Physics Learning Activities

Analyze the diffraction pattern of hydrogen and determine the Rydberg constant, R.

Observe how charges affect one another and propose an explanation in terms of charge distribution.

Determine the spring constant of a spring-powered launcher by analyzing the work done on a system.

Determine the internal resistance of a battery, and find an unknown resistor in a complex circuit.

Explore the diffraction patterns from different gratings, then determine the width of a single hair.

Use a clever apparatus to determine the coefficients of thermal conductivity of three materials.

Determine the speed of a toy dart by analyzing the results of different inelastic collisions.

Determine the force on a current carrying wire in a magnetic field.

Study rays reflecting off plane and curved mirrors, determine the focal length of a curved mirror.

Measure the acceleration due to gravity three different ways.