Physics - For use with the IB Diploma Programme: Topic 1: Measurement and Uncertainties. First Assessment 2016

Physics for use with the IB Diploma Programme is a complete and concise learning resource for both students and teachers alike. Written in plain English with an international audience in mind - many of whom are known to be second language English learners - it follows the IB Physics syllabus (for first assessment in 2016) in a linear and sequential manner. This booklet for Topic 1: Measurements and Uncertainties, includes the following subtopics: € 1.1 Measurements in physics € 1.2 Uncertainties and errors € 1.3 Vectors and scalars This topic booklet forms part of a series of booklets, designed to allow for a modular approach to the teaching of the IB Physics course. The booklets in this series include: Each topic booklet contains: € Comprehensive explanations of each concept. € Detailed illustrations to support the explanation. € Identification of syllabus statements, formulae, definitions and problems to enable easy navigation. € Numerous problems (including worked solutions), many of which have been taken from past IB examination papers. € Suggested links to the relevant pages in the Practical Scheme of Work. € Prompts to promote discussion on Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Nature of Science (NOS) and International Mindedness.