Physics Flashcards

The Nextutor Physics flashcard library has 42 decks and 630 cards across 13 topics for GCSE and A-Level, including Forces, Energy, Electricity and more. Decks are tagged by exam board (AQA, Edexcel and OCR) so you can revise from the version that matches your course.

  • 42 decks
  • 630 cards
  • 13 topics
  • Exam boards: AQA, Edexcel, OCR
  • Updated April 2026

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Sample Physics flashcards

GCSE · Forces · AQA

What is the difference between a scalar and a vector quantity?

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A scalar quantity has magnitude only. A vector quantity has both magnitude and an associated direction.

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A-Level · Mechanics and Materials · AQA

What is Hooke's Law

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Force is proportional to extension within the elastic limit.

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GCSE · Energy · AQA

State the equation used to calculate kinetic energy.

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Kinetic energy is calculated using the equation: E_k = 0.5 * m * v^2. Mass is measured in kilograms (kg) and speed is measured in metres per second (m/s).

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A-Level · Electricity and Circuits · AQA

What is resistance?

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Opposition to the flow of electric current.

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GCSE · Electricity · AQA

What is electric current?

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Current is the rate of flow of electrical charge. It is measured in amperes (A).

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A-Level · Waves and Optics · AQA

What is a wave

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A disturbance that transfers energy through a medium.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are these Physics flashcards free?

Yes — every deck in the Nextutor flashcard library is free. Create a free account to study the full decks and track your progress with spaced repetition.

Which Physics topics do the flashcards cover?

The library currently covers 13 topics: Forces; Energy; Electricity; Waves; Space Physics; Magnetism and Electromagnetism; Particle Model and Atomic Structure; Mechanics and Materials; Electricity and Circuits; Waves and Optics; Nuclear Physics and Radioactivity; Fields and Their Effects; Thermal Physics. New decks are added over time.

Which exam boards are the Physics flashcards for?

Decks are tagged for AQA, Edexcel and OCR. Check the exam board tag against your specification — core content often overlaps between boards.

How many Physics flashcards are there?

There are 42 decks with 630 cards in total. Each card has a question on the front and the answer on the back.

Can I make my own AI Physics flashcards?

Yes — once you're signed in you can generate a Physics flashcard deck on any topic with AI in seconds, or build one card by card. Free accounts get a monthly AI generation quota.

Should I use flashcards or a Physics tutor?

Flashcards are good for memorising key facts, definitions and terms. A Physics tutor helps with understanding and exam technique, which flashcards alone can't cover — many students use both.