2026 O Level Physics Syllabus
Singapore-Cambridge O Level Physics (6091)
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Topics follow the official Pure Physics syllabus (6091, 2026). Learning objectives below are paraphrased for revision—refer to the official syllabus PDF for the complete list.
Physical Quantities, Units and Measurement
How we describe physical quantities consistently, measure them accurately, and express results with appropriate precision.
Key learning objectives
- Distinguish scalar and vector quantities and give examples used in mechanics.
- Use SI base units and derived units correctly in calculations and answers.
- Apply prefixes (milli, centi, kilo, etc.) when converting between units.
- Record measurements with suitable precision and use significant figures appropriately.
- Identify sources of error and describe simple ways to improve reliability.
Kinematics
Describing motion in a straight line using graphs, symbols and equations—without yet explaining the forces involved.
Key learning objectives
- Distinguish distance from displacement and speed from velocity.
- Interpret displacement–time and velocity–time graphs for uniform and non-uniform motion.
- Calculate average speed and acceleration from data or graphs.
- Apply the equations of motion for constant acceleration in one dimension.
- Check units, signs and direction when solving kinematics problems.
Dynamics
How forces change motion, including Newton’s laws, friction, and the connection between mass, weight and gravity.
Key learning objectives
- State Newton’s three laws of motion and apply them to everyday situations.
- Draw and interpret free-body diagrams for objects in equilibrium or motion.
- Relate resultant force to acceleration using F = ma in one dimension.
- Explain the difference between mass and weight and use g appropriately.
- Describe effects of friction and air resistance on motion qualitatively.
Turning Effect of Forces
Moments, equilibrium of pivots, and the principle of moments for levers and other simple systems.
Key learning objectives
- Define moment of a force about a pivot and state its unit.
- Calculate moments using perpendicular distance from the pivot.
- Apply the principle of moments for objects in equilibrium.
- Explain how levers and gears can multiply force or distance.
- Solve problems involving two or more forces acting on a rigid body.
Pressure
Pressure in solids, liquids and gases, including atmospheric pressure and simple hydraulic applications.
Key learning objectives
- Define pressure as force per unit area and use p = F/A.
- Explain how pressure varies with depth in a liquid (p = hρg).
- Describe atmospheric pressure and its effects in daily life.
- Apply the idea of transmission of pressure in hydraulic systems qualitatively.
- Relate pressure differences to buoyancy and floating at syllabus depth.
Energy
Work, energy transfers, power and efficiency—linking forces and motion to how energy is stored and used.
Key learning objectives
- Define work done and calculate W = Fd for forces in the direction of motion.
- Describe kinetic and gravitational potential energy and use relevant formulae.
- Apply the principle of conservation of energy to simple systems.
- Define power and calculate P = W/t or P = Fv where appropriate.
- Explain efficiency as useful output divided by total input and interpret percentage efficiency.
Kinetic Particle Model of Matter
The particle model explains states of matter, gas pressure, and the microscopic picture behind macroscopic behaviour.
Key learning objectives
- Describe the arrangement and motion of particles in solids, liquids and gases.
- Explain gas pressure in terms of collisions of particles with container walls.
- Relate temperature to average kinetic energy of particles qualitatively.
- Use the particle model to explain diffusion and changes of state.
- Interpret simple pressure–volume relationships for a fixed mass of gas at constant temperature.
Thermal Processes
How thermal energy is transferred by conduction, convection and radiation in natural and engineered systems.
Key learning objectives
- Describe conduction in terms of vibrating particles and free electrons in metals.
- Explain convection currents in fluids due to density changes.
- Describe emission, absorption and reflection of infrared radiation.
- Identify surfaces that are good emitters or absorbers of radiation.
- Apply ideas of insulation and energy-saving design in simple contexts.
Thermal Properties of Matter
Specific heat capacity, latent heat, and interpreting heating and cooling curves for substances.
Key learning objectives
- Define specific heat capacity and use E = mcΔT in calculations.
- Explain changes of state at constant temperature using latent heat.
- Distinguish between specific latent heat of fusion and of vaporisation.
- Interpret heating and cooling curves showing plateaus at melting and boiling points.
- Describe practical methods to measure specific heat capacity at syllabus depth.
General Properties of Waves
Wave terminology, the wave equation, and behaviours such as reflection, refraction and diffraction.
Key learning objectives
- Define amplitude, wavelength, frequency, period and wave speed for transverse and longitudinal waves.
- Use v = fλ and T = 1/f in calculations.
- Describe reflection and refraction of waves at boundaries.
- Explain diffraction when waves pass through gaps or around obstacles.
- Interpret ripple tank or similar diagrams showing wavefronts and direction of travel.
Electromagnetic Spectrum
The family of electromagnetic waves, their properties, uses and safety considerations.
Key learning objectives
- State that all EM waves travel at the same speed in vacuum and are transverse.
- Order the main regions of the spectrum from radio to gamma rays.
- Give one use and one hazard for common regions of the spectrum.
- Explain how wavelength and frequency change across the spectrum.
- Relate ionising radiation (UV, X-rays, gamma) to safety precautions.
Light
Reflection, refraction, lenses and the ray model for mirrors and optical instruments at O Level depth.
Key learning objectives
- Draw ray diagrams for reflection at plane mirrors using the laws of reflection.
- Explain refraction using refractive index n = sin i / sin r.
- Construct ray diagrams for converging lenses and describe real and virtual images.
- Describe how the eye forms images and the effect of short sight and long sight qualitatively.
- Use critical angle and total internal reflection in optical fibres where required.
Static Electricity
Charging by friction, electrostatic forces and hazards, including simple lightning and earthing ideas.
Key learning objectives
- Describe charging by friction in terms of electron transfer between insulators.
- State that like charges repel and unlike charges attract.
- Explain electrostatic hazards and safety measures in fuel handling and electronics.
- Describe simple experiments showing attraction and repulsion of charged objects.
- Relate earthing to preventing dangerous build-up of charge.
Current of Electricity
Electric current, potential difference, resistance and the behaviour of metallic conductors.
Key learning objectives
- Define electric current as rate of flow of charge and use I = Q/t.
- Define potential difference and relate it to energy transferred per unit charge.
- State Ohm’s law and sketch I–V graphs for ohmic and non-ohmic conductors.
- Calculate resistance using R = V/I and combine resistors in series and parallel.
- Explain qualitatively how temperature affects the resistance of a metal wire.
D.C. Circuits
Series and parallel circuits, circuit diagrams, and solving for current, voltage and resistance.
Key learning objectives
- Draw and interpret circuit diagrams using standard symbols.
- Identify series and parallel arrangements of components.
- Apply rules for current and potential difference in series and parallel circuits.
- Calculate total resistance for resistors in series and in parallel.
- Use appropriate equations and check units when solving circuit problems.
Practical Electricity
Mains electricity, power ratings, energy bills, and electrical safety in the home.
Key learning objectives
- State the mains supply voltage and frequency used in Singapore.
- Relate power to energy using P = IV and E = Pt.
- Calculate the cost of using electrical appliances from power and time.
- Explain the roles of fuse, earth wire and circuit breaker in safety.
- Choose appropriate cable and fuse ratings for given appliances qualitatively.
Magnetism
Properties of magnets, magnetic fields, and plotting field lines around bar magnets and current-free materials.
Key learning objectives
- Describe attraction and repulsion between magnetic poles and the idea of a magnetic field.
- Plot or sketch field lines around bar magnets showing direction from N to S.
- Distinguish between magnetic and non-magnetic materials.
- Describe induced magnetism in iron and steel.
- State that a magnetic field exerts a force on a current-carrying conductor (qualitative link to electromagnetism).
Electromagnetism
Magnetic fields due to currents, electromagnets, the motor effect and simple applications.
Key learning objectives
- Describe the magnetic field pattern around a long straight current-carrying wire.
- State factors affecting the strength of an electromagnet.
- Apply Fleming’s left-hand rule to find the force on a current in a magnetic field.
- Explain the operating principle of a d.c. motor at syllabus level.
- Relate direction of force to current and field directions using consistent conventions.
Electromagnetic Induction
Induced e.m.f., generators and transformers—linking changing magnetic fields to electric currents.
Key learning objectives
- Describe electromagnetic induction when there is relative motion between conductor and field.
- State factors affecting the size and direction of induced e.m.f.
- Explain the operation of a simple a.c. generator qualitatively.
- Describe the structure and purpose of step-up and step-down transformers.
- Use the transformer equation Vp/Vs = Np/Ns for ideal transformers.
Radioactivity
Types of radiation, half-life, detection, uses and safe handling of radioactive sources.
Key learning objectives
- Describe alpha, beta and gamma radiation in terms of nature, ionising power and penetration.
- Write simple nuclear equations showing alpha and beta decay.
- Explain half-life as the time for activity or count rate to halve.
- Interpret decay graphs and calculate activity after one or more half-lives.
- State safety precautions and uses of radioactivity in medicine and industry.
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