A-Level Physics · 11 Particle physics
Atoms, nuclei, quarks, and leptons for A-Level Physics
Atoms, nuclei, quarks, and leptons is mapped to 11 Particle physics in the Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics pathway. Use this public guide to see exactly where the concept fits, what to master, and which GioPhysics resource continues the study sequence.
Where this fits
11 Particle physics
- Curriculum
- Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics
- Theme or group
- AS Level foundations
- Current framework
- Examinations in 2025–2027 · Version 1
Quarks, leptons, hadrons, and conservation laws follow the 9702 particle-physics outline.
Mastery checklist
Know what success looks like.
- 01
State the physical model and the evidence or observation it explains.
- 02
Track energy, momentum, charge, and nucleon number through the process where applicable.
- 03
Interpret the relevant spectrum, decay, probability, or binding-energy representation.
Exam lens
Build, apply, check.
11 Particle physics sits inside AS Level foundations. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.
Teaching sequence
11 Particle physics
This syllabus point maps to 2 ordered concept guides.
- 01Atoms, nuclei, quarks, and leptonsCurrent guide
- 02Nuclear radiation and decay equations