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Physics describes the physical world using a small number of basic assumptions; concepts; and equations. In this course; emphasis is placed on relating physics to the everyday world. Students explore the concepts involved with motion in one or more directions; forces; work; and energy. Students learn the characteristics of waves and describe the behavior of waves with emphasis on light and sound. Finally; the students gain a simple understanding of atomic physics. Approximately 40% of the course involves virtual laboratory investigations. Some activities will require ordinary household items such as rulers; meter sticks; balls or marbles; string; paper; and pencils.

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• LPHY
• Physics

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Online / Virtual