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Hooke's law and the limit of proportionality for A-Level Physics

Hooke's law and the limit of proportionality 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

    Define hooke's law and the limit of proportionality in precise physics language.

  2. 02

    Choose and apply the mapped relationship with symbols, units, and assumptions stated.

  3. 03

    Explain how the result fits the wider syllabus topic and test whether it is reasonable.

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 proportionalityCurrent guide
  2. 02Stress, strain, and Young modulus
  3. 03Elastic energy and force-extension graphs
  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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