IB Physics HL · A.2 Forces and momentum
Two-dimensional momentum for IB Physics HL
Two-dimensional momentum is mapped to A.2 Forces and momentum in the IB Physics HL 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
A.2 Forces and momentum
- Curriculum
- IB Physics HL
- Theme or group
- Space, time and motion
- Current framework
- First assessment 2025
Momentum is here; review force models in Chapter 3.
Mastery checklist
Know what success looks like.
- 01
Define the system, then show every external interaction with a clear direction.
- 02
Apply Newton's laws or a conservation law component by component.
- 03
Test the result against units, limiting cases, and the direction of the predicted change.
Exam lens
Build, apply, check.
A.2 Forces and momentum is identified as SL + HL in this curriculum map. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.
Teaching sequence
A.2 Forces and momentum
This syllabus point maps to 8 ordered concept guides.