Lesson 2.1 – Linear Motion & Projectile Motion (35 Prompts)

Foundation (1–10)

1. Define displacement.

2. Define speed.

3. Define velocity.

4. State the three equations of motion.

5. What is acceleration?

6. Distinguish uniform and non-uniform motion.

7. What is a projectile?

8. Define horizontal component of velocity.

9. Define vertical component of velocity.

10. State effect of gravity on projectile.

Intermediate (11–23)

11. Resolve initial velocity into components.

12. Explain why horizontal velocity remains constant.

13. Calculate time of flight for vertical throw.

14. Calculate maximum height of projectile.

15. Draw displacement-time graph for uniform acceleration.

16. Interpret velocity-time graph for constant acceleration.

17. Explain effect of launch angle on range.

18. Compare motion in horizontal and vertical directions.

19. Calculate range for projectile launched at angle.

20. Create table of time vs velocity for given acceleration.

21. Describe effect of air resistance.

22. Determine velocity at given time for uniform acceleration.

23. Explain why projectile path is parabolic.

Advanced (24–35)

24. Derive range formula R = (u² sin2θ)/g.

25. Derive time-of-flight formula.

26. Solve projectile launched from height.

27. Calculate required angle for maximum range.

28. Analyse projectile motion graphically.

29. Solve relative projectile motion problem.

30. Determine time when two projectiles meet.

31. Compare trajectories for different angles.

32. Analyse multi-step motion with varying acceleration.

33. Use calculus to derive displacement equation.

34. Solve projectile motion with friction (conceptually).

35. Discuss limitations of projectile model.

Lesson 2.2 – Forces & Newton’s Laws (35 Prompts)

Foundation (1–10)

1. State Newton’s First Law.

2. State Newton’s Second Law.

3. State Newton’s Third Law.

4. Define inertia.

5. What is force?

6. Define equilibrium.

7. Give example of action–reaction pair.

8. What is net force?

9. Define friction.

10. Give example of friction in daily life.

Intermediate (11–23)

11. Draw free-body diagram for object on table.

12. Calculate net force from multiple forces.

13. Explain normal reaction.

14. Compute frictional force for given μ and N.

15. Resolve forces on inclined plane.

16. Explain dynamic vs static friction.

17. Solve F = ma for given mass and acceleration.

18. Identify forces in tug-of-war.

19. Determine acceleration from net force.

20. Compare weight and mass.

21. Describe relevance of Newton’s laws to seatbelts.

22. Analyse forces in elevator motion.

23. Explain reaction force when walking.

Advanced (24–35)

24. Solve multi-force system using vectors.

25. Analyse forces on connected bodies.

26. Solve pulley system acceleration.

27. Derive friction relation from microscopic theory.

28. Explain rocket propulsion using Newton’s laws.

29. Solve motion with variable force.

30. Compare inertial and non-inertial frames.

31. Discuss pseudo-forces in accelerating frames.

32. Analyse motion of block on accelerating wedge.

33. Solve Atwood machine problem.

34. Discuss limitations of Newtonian mechanics.

35. Model force systems using calculus.

Lesson 2.3 – Moments & Equilibrium (35 Prompts)

Foundation (1–10)

1. Define moment.

2. Define torque.

3. State principle of moments.

4. What is pivot?

5. Give example of lever.

6. Define centre of gravity.

7. Identify clockwise moment.

8. Identify anticlockwise moment.

9. State moment formula.

10. Give example of equilibrium.

Intermediate (11–23)

11. Calculate moment for force at distance.

12. Determine balancing force for seesaw.

13. Draw diagram of uniform beam.

14. Explain stable, unstable, neutral equilibrium.

15. Compare centre of gravity in tall and short objects.

16. Calculate unknown force in beam.

17. Solve ladder leaning problem (conceptually).

18. Analyse three-force equilibrium.

19. Explain couple and torque pair.

20. Identify turning effect in tools.

21. Determine torque for angled force.

22. Explain why wide base increases stability.

23. Analyse moment changes when pivot shifts.

Advanced (24–35)

24. Solve complete beam equilibrium with multiple forces.

25. Derive condition for tipping.

26. Solve complex ladder equilibrium with friction.

27. Analyse torque in non-uniform rods.

28. Solve stability problem for objects on slopes.

29. Explain centre of mass vs centre of gravity.

30. Solve non-symmetric mass distribution.

31. Use calculus for variable force moment.

32. Evaluate industrial crane stability.

33. Analyse torque in rotating systems.

34. Discuss biomechanical moment applications.

35. Solve multi-step engineering equilibrium scenario.

Lesson 2.4 – Work, Energy & Power (35 Prompts)

Foundation (1–10)

1. Define work.

2. Define energy.

3. Define power.

4. Write W = Fd.

5. Define kinetic energy.

6. Define potential energy.

7. Give example of doing work.

8. State law of conservation of energy.

9. Define gravitational potential energy.

10. What is mechanical energy?

Intermediate (11–23)

11. Calculate work done with angle.

12. Compute kinetic energy for moving mass.

13. Calculate power for lifting object.

14. Explain conservative vs non-conservative forces.

15. Draw energy transformation diagram.

16. Solve energy conservation problem.

17. Determine work done by friction.

18. Compare work in horizontal vs vertical motion.

19. Use KE + PE = constant for systems.

20. Interpret power-time graph.

21. Distinguish input vs output power.

22. Explain energy efficiency.

23. Compute work using area under F–d graph.

Advanced (24–35)

24. Derive KE = ½mv².

25. Analyse roller coaster energy transitions.

26. Solve multi-step energy conservation.

27. Apply work–energy theorem.

28. Solve variable force work integral.

29. Evaluate efficiency of mechanical system.

30. Analyse power output of motor under load.

31. Solve energy loss due to air resistance.

32. Compare energy conversion in springs vs gravity.

33. Model power system using calculus.

34. Solve energy-based derivation of velocity.

35. Discuss limitations of energy conservation in non-closed systems.

Lesson 2.5 – Circular Motion (35 Prompts)

Foundation (1–10)

1. Define circular motion.

2. What is centripetal force?

3. Define angular velocity.

4. State relation v = ωr.

5. Define frequency.

6. Define period.

7. Give example of circular motion.

8. Define centripetal acceleration.

9. Write ac = v²/r.

10. Draw circular path diagram.

Intermediate (11–23)

11. Calculate centripetal force.

12. Explain why centripetal force acts toward centre.

13. Distinguish angular and linear speed.

14. Compute angular velocity from frequency.

15. Solve car turning problem.

16. Determine banking angle for road.

17. Compare rotating frame vs inertial frame.

18. Explain why occupants feel pushed outward.

19. Draw vector diagram of forces.

20. Analyse motion in vertical circle.

21. Discuss tension variation in circular motion.

22. Calculate speed at top of vertical circle.

23. Explain why satellites stay in orbit.

Advanced (24–35)

24. Derive centripetal force formula.

25. Solve non-uniform circular motion.

26. Analyse roller-coaster loop.

27. Evaluate maximum safe speed on curve.

28. Solve turning on icy road with friction.

29. Discuss apparent centrifugal force.

30. Solve angular momentum conservation.

31. Analyse motion of particle in rotating frame.

32. Evaluate conditions for loss of contact.

33. Solve full 2D circular dynamics.

34. Explain energy in circular motion transitions.

35. Model rotating system using calculus.

Lesson 2.6 – Fluid Statics (35 Prompts)

Foundation (1–10)

1. Define density.

2. Define pressure.

3. Write P = hρg.

4. Define upthrust.

5. State Archimedes’ principle.

6. Give example of floating object.

7. Define relative density.

8. Identify buoyant force.

9. State unit of pressure.

10. Define fluid.

Intermediate (11–23)

11. Calculate pressure at depth.

12. Explain why objects feel lighter in water.

13. Calculate buoyant force.

14. Distinguish floating vs sinking condition.

15. Use density to determine floatation.

16. Draw force diagram for floating body.

17. Explain centre of buoyancy.

18. Analyse stability of ships.

19. Calculate submerged volume.

20. Compare density of liquids.

21. Explain hydraulic press principle.

22. Use Pascal’s law in calculations.

23. Determine pressure difference at two depths.

Advanced (24–35)

24. Solve advanced buoyancy problems.

25. Analyse stability using metacentre.

26. Model fluid statics in layered liquids.

27. Derive P = hρg.

28. Solve hydrostatic paradox.

29. Investigate density variation with temperature.

30. Calculate pressure on inclined surface.

31. Use calculus for fluid column pressure.

32. Analyse dam pressure distribution.

33. Solve pressure + force on submerged plate.

34. Compare buoyancy in liquids vs gases.

35. Discuss fluid statics in engineering design.

Lesson 2.7 – Fluid Dynamics (35 Prompts)

Foundation (1–10)

1. Define flow rate.

2. Define streamline.

3. Define viscosity.

4. State continuity equation.

5. State Bernoulli’s principle.

6. Define laminar flow.

7. Define turbulent flow.

8. Give example of流 movement in nature.

9. Identify high-viscosity fluid.

10. Define Reynolds number (qualitative).

Intermediate (11–23)

11. Solve continuity equation.

12. Explain pressure–velocity relation.

13. Draw streamlines around obstacle.

14. Explain venturi effect.

15. Analyse lift force on wing.

16. Solve Bernoulli equation.

17. Compare viscosity of water and油.

18. Calculate flow through narrow pipe.

19. ExplainPoiseuille flow qualitatively.

20. Discuss energy loss in real fluids.

21. Analyse turbulent vs laminar transition.

22. Compute pressure difference.