SPH4U – Physics 12 (Grade 12 University)

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Comprehensive review course for Ontario SPH4U (Grade 12 University Physics).
Master the complete curriculum through structured lessons, worked examples, and
self-assessment quizzes.

What you’ll learn:
– Dynamics — forces, Newton’s laws, friction, equilibrium
– Energy and Momentum — work, energy, collisions, conservation laws
– Gravitational, Electric, and Magnetic Fields
– The Wave Nature of Light — interference, diffraction, polarization
– Modern Physics — relativity, quantum mechanics, atomic models

Each section includes:
✓ Detailed lesson notes (PDF + interactive)
✓ 5 worked examples per topic
✓ Practice problems at 4 levels (Foundation to Challenge)
✓ Self-check quizzes with instant feedback
✓ One-on-one tutoring support available when needed

Perfect for Ontario Grade 12 students preparing for university physics,
final exams, or Ib Physics review.

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Course Content

Chapter 9 — The Wave Nature of Light
Explore the wave properties of light through study of electromagnetic waves, interference, diffraction, and polarization. This chapter establishes the foundation for understanding modern optics and quantum physics. Topics covered: - 9.1 Properties of Waves and Light - 9.2 Interference of Light Waves (Young's Double-Slit) - 9.3 Single-Slit Diffraction - 9.4 Diffraction Gratings - 9.5 Thin-Film Interference - 9.6 Polarization Learning Goals: ✓ Apply the universal wave equation v = fλ ✓ Distinguish between mechanical and electromagnetic waves ✓ Explain wave-particle duality of light ✓ Calculate fringe spacing in interference patterns ✓ Describe the electromagnetic spectrum

  • 9.1 — Properties of Waves and Light