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Elastic energy and force-extension graphs for A-Level Physics

Elastic energy and force-extension graphs is mapped to 6 Deformation of solids 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.

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Where this fits

6 Deformation of solids

Curriculum
Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics
Theme or group
AS Level foundations
Current framework
Examinations in 2025–2027 · Version 1

Topics 1–11 establish measurement, mechanics, waves, electricity, and particle physics.

Mastery checklist

Know what success looks like.

  1. 01

    Name both axes, units, and the physical meaning of the plotted quantities.

  2. 02

    Connect gradient, area, intercepts, and shape to the governing physics.

  3. 03

    Move between a graph, a verbal description, and an equation without changing the model.

Exam lens

Build, apply, check.

6 Deformation of solids sits inside AS Level foundations. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.

Teaching sequence

6 Deformation of solids

This syllabus point maps to 5 ordered concept guides.

  1. 01Hooke's law and the limit of proportionality
  2. 02Stress, strain, and Young modulus
  3. 03Elastic energy and force-extension graphsCurrent guide
  4. 04Stress-strain curves
  5. 05Elastic and plastic behaviour

Continue on GioPhysics

Choose the right next step.

The curriculum context stays public. Lesson and presentation access follows the existing GioPhysics membership rules.

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