AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based
The second algebra-based course — thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics and modern physics — one-to-one and online.
What this covers in detail
Unit 9: Thermodynamics
Temperature, heat, the ideal gas law and the laws of thermodynamics.
Unit 10: Electric Force, Field, and Potential
Charge, electric force, fields and potential.
Unit 11: Electric Circuits
Current, resistance, capacitors and circuit analysis.
Unit 12: Magnetism and Electromagnetism
Magnetic fields and forces, and electromagnetic induction.
Unit 13: Geometric Optics
Reflection, refraction, mirrors and lenses.
Unit 14: Waves, Sound, and Physical Optics
Wave behavior, interference and diffraction.
Unit 15: Modern Physics
Quantum and nuclear physics.
AP Physics 2 covers a wide range of topics in one year, each with its own way of thinking. Students who did well in Physics 1 can still find it disorienting. These lessons give each unit a clear model and connect it to what came before.
What this covers
A model for each unit
Each topic gets one clear picture to reason from, instead of a list of formulas.
Explaining in words
Like Physics 1, the exam rewards written reasoning. It is practiced on every unit.
The current exam
Practice follows the revised exam format in use since 2025.
Pricing
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One-to-one tutoring, from a single session to consistent weekly progress.
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Lessons at the student's home carry an extra charge of €10/hour.
Common questions
Do I need AP Physics 1 first?
AP Physics 1 or a comparable first physics course is the expected preparation.
Do you prepare for the AP Exam?
Yes — released questions, timed practice and the Bluebook format.
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