IGCSE Physics · 2.2 Thermal properties and temperature
Thermal properties and temperature for IGCSE Physics
Thermal properties and temperature is mapped to 2.2 Thermal properties and temperature in the Cambridge IGCSE 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
2.2 Thermal properties and temperature
- Curriculum
- Cambridge IGCSE Physics
- Theme or group
- Thermal physics
- Current framework
- Examinations in 2026–2028 · Version 2 (December 2025)
Temperature, internal energy, and thermal expansion are here; specific heat capacity and latent heat follow in the same chapter.
Mastery checklist
Know what success looks like.
- 01
Define the system and distinguish temperature, internal energy, and transferred energy.
- 02
Connect the macroscopic process to a particle or molecular explanation.
- 03
Use an energy balance with consistent signs, units, and process assumptions.
Exam lens
Build, apply, check.
2.2 Thermal properties and temperature sits inside Thermal physics. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.
Teaching sequence
2.2 Thermal properties and temperature
This curriculum row maps directly to one GioPhysics concept guide.
- 01Thermal properties and temperatureCurrent guide