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Physics Important Facts help candidates quickly revise important laws, units, discoveries, scientific instruments, formulas, and applications frequently asked in competitive examinations.
These facts are highly useful for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence, State PSC, CDS, NDA, Insurance, and various government examinations.
Basic Physics Facts
- Father of Physics β Isaac Newton
- SI unit of force β Newton
- SI unit of work β Joule
- SI unit of power β Watt
- SI unit of energy β Joule
- SI unit of temperature β Kelvin
- SI unit of electric current β Ampere
- SI unit of frequency β Hertz
- SI unit of pressure β Pascal
- SI unit of resistance β Ohm
Important Scientists & Discoveries
| Scientist | Discovery / Contribution |
|---|---|
| Isaac Newton | Law of Gravitation |
| Albert Einstein | Theory of Relativity |
| Galileo Galilei | Laws of Motion |
| Michael Faraday | Electromagnetic Induction |
| James Watt | Steam Engine Improvement |
| Wilhelm Roentgen | X-rays |
| Henri Becquerel | Radioactivity |
| C. V. Raman | Raman Effect |
Newtonβs Laws Important Facts
- First Law β Law of Inertia
- Second Law β F = ma
- Third Law β Every action has equal and opposite reaction
- Inertia depends upon β Mass
- Force changes β Motion of body
- Gravity pulls objects towards Earth
- Acceleration due to gravity on Earth β 9.8 m/sΒ²
- Weight of body changes with β Gravity
Motion, Speed & Velocity Facts
| Quantity | Definition |
|---|---|
| Speed | Distance travelled per unit time |
| Velocity | Speed in a specific direction |
| Acceleration | Rate of change of velocity |
| Momentum | Mass Γ Velocity |
| Uniform Motion | Equal distances in equal intervals |
Work, Energy & Power Facts
- Work = Force Γ Distance
- Energy is the capacity to do β Work
- Power = Work / Time
- Kinetic energy depends on β Motion
- Potential energy depends on β Position
- Commercial unit of electricity β Kilowatt-hour
- 1 Horsepower = 746 Watt
- Energy cannot be created or destroyed
Heat & Temperature Facts
- Normal human body temperature β 37Β°C
- Clinical thermometer range β 35Β°C to 42Β°C
- Heat flows from β Hot body to cold body
- Boiling point of water β 100Β°C
- Freezing point of water β 0Β°C
- Thermometer invented by β Galileo
- Heat transfer by β Conduction, convection & radiation
- Black objects absorb more β Heat
Light & Optics Facts
| Concept | Fact |
|---|---|
| Reflection | Bouncing back of light |
| Refraction | Bending of light |
| Speed of light | 3 Γ 10βΈ m/s |
| Convex Lens | Converges light rays |
| Concave Lens | Diverges light rays |
| Rainbow | Dispersion of sunlight |
Sound & Wave Facts
- Sound travels fastest in β Solids
- Human audible range β 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
- Echo caused by β Reflection of sound
- SONAR uses β Sound waves
- Ultrasound used in β Medical imaging
- SI unit of frequency β Hertz
- Noise pollution measured in β Decibel
- Pitch depends on β Frequency
Electricity & Magnetism Facts
| Quantity | Unit |
|---|---|
| Electric Current | Ampere |
| Potential Difference | Volt |
| Resistance | Ohm |
| Electric Power | Watt |
| Electric Charge | Coulomb |
| Magnetic Flux | Weber |
Modern Physics Facts
- X-rays discovered by β Wilhelm Roentgen
- Radioactivity discovered by β Henri Becquerel
- Laser stands for β Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation
- Solar cell converts β Solar energy into electricity
- Nuclear energy obtained from β Atomic reactions
- Radar uses β Radio waves
- Satellites used for β Communication & weather forecasting
- Fiber optics use β Light transmission
Important Instruments & Uses
| Instrument | Use |
|---|---|
| Thermometer | Measure temperature |
| Barometer | Measure atmospheric pressure |
| Ammeter | Measure electric current |
| Voltmeter | Measure voltage |
| Hydrometer | Measure density of liquids |
| Seismograph | Measure earthquake waves |
Everyday Physics Facts
- Pressure cooker works on β Steam pressure
- Ceiling fan converts β Electrical energy into mechanical energy
- Refrigerator works on β Cooling principle
- Mirror used in vehicles β Convex mirror
- Magnifying glass uses β Convex lens
- Electric bulb converts β Electrical energy into light energy
- Hydroelectricity generated from β Water energy
- Solar panels convert β Sunlight into electricity
Important Physics Formulas
- Force = Mass Γ Acceleration
- Speed = Distance / Time
- Work = Force Γ Distance
- Power = Work / Time
- Density = Mass / Volume
- Momentum = Mass Γ Velocity
- Voltage = Current Γ Resistance
- Pressure = Force / Area
Most Important Topics Asked in Exams
- Newtonβs Laws
- Motion & Force
- Heat & Temperature
- Light & Reflection
- Sound & Waves
- Electricity & Magnetism
- Modern Physics
- Units & Measurements
- Scientific Instruments
- Important Discoveries
Quick Revision Framework
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Revise Electricity & Formulas
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Boost GK Preparation
Final Takeaway
Physics Important Facts cover laws, formulas, discoveries, scientific instruments, units, and applications frequently asked in competitive examinations.
Regular revision of physics facts improves General Science knowledge, conceptual understanding, and competitive examination performance significantly.