IB Physics HL · D.1 Gravitational fields
Gravitational fields and the inverse-square law for IB Physics HL
Gravitational fields and the inverse-square law is mapped to D.1 Gravitational fields 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
D.1 Gravitational fields
- Curriculum
- IB Physics HL
- Theme or group
- Fields
- Current framework
- First assessment 2025
Gravitational, electric, and magnetic fields plus induction.
Mastery checklist
Know what success looks like.
- 01
Identify the source of the field and distinguish field direction from force direction.
- 02
Use vector superposition or flux reasoning without dropping signs or geometry.
- 03
Connect the field model to force, energy, or induced e.m.f. in the mapped situation.
Exam lens
Build, apply, check.
D.1 Gravitational fields is identified as SL + HL extension in this curriculum map. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.
Teaching sequence
D.1 Gravitational fields
This syllabus point maps to 3 ordered concept guides.
- 01Gravitational fields and the inverse-square lawCurrent guide
- 02Circular orbits and centripetal acceleration
- 03Gravitational potential and potential energy