AP Physics 1, 2, and C

Free AP Physics Tools and Labs

Interactive tools and virtual labs for AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, and AP Physics C. Covers mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves, optics, and calculus-based physics. Every resource runs free in the browser with no login required.

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AP Physics Tools

Problem Solvers with Step-by-Step Solutions

Each tool shows worked solutions with KaTeX-formatted equations. Good for checking homework, building intuition with parameter changes, and exam prep.

Projectile Motion Calculator

Calculate trajectory, range, time of flight, and maximum height. Adjustable velocity, angle, height, and gravity with animated path and vector components.

Momentum & Collision Simulator

Simulate elastic, inelastic, and partially inelastic 1D collisions with kinetic energy analysis and conservation checks.

Circuit Calculator

Calculate voltage, current, resistance, and power. Build series and parallel resistor networks with step-by-step equivalent resistance.

Wave Interference Simulator

Visualize two-source interference patterns, thin-film colors, and beats with animated canvas and path-difference analysis.

Simple Harmonic Motion Explorer

Animate mass-spring and pendulum systems with damping modes, displacement graphs, and phase portraits.

Electric Field Visualizer

Place point charges and visualize electric field lines and equipotential surfaces. Good for AP Physics C: E&M field mapping problems.

Coulomb's Law & Capacitor Calculator

Calculate electrostatic force, parallel plate capacitance, and series/parallel capacitor combinations with step-by-step math.

Rigid Body Dynamics Calculator

Four-mode rotational mechanics tool covering moment of inertia, angular momentum, rolling without slipping, and rotational equilibrium.

AP Physics Labs

Virtual Labs for AP Physics Investigation

Each lab includes a guided experiment workflow, data collection table, and lab report panel students can export to PDF. Suitable for the AP lab investigation requirement.

Gravity & Orbits Lab

Animate elliptical orbits, verify Kepler's Third Law, and measure orbital velocity. Covers AP Physics 1 Unit 7 and AP Physics C mechanics.

Atwood Machine Lab

Two masses on a pulley system. Adjust mass ratio, observe acceleration, and verify Newton's second law with optional friction.

Standing Waves Lab

Visualize standing wave patterns on strings and in pipes. Adjust tension, length, and harmonic number to explore resonance frequencies.

Electromagnetic Induction Lab

Move magnets through coils, build AC generators, and explore transformers. Visualize Faraday's law with real-time EMF graphs.

RC/RL Transients Lab

Explore capacitor charging and inductor energizing with oscilloscope-style plots. Measure time constants and verify exponential models.

Geometric Optics Lab

Build ray diagrams for converging and diverging lenses and mirrors. Verify the thin lens equation and measure image distance and magnification.

AP Physics Study Guides

Visual Reference Posters

One-page visual summaries of AP Physics topics. Print for classroom walls or share as digital study guides before exams.

Newton's Laws of Motion

All three laws with diagrams and AP-level applications.

Electricity and Magnetism

Coulomb's law, field lines, circuits, and Faraday's law.

Rotational Motion

Torque, moment of inertia, and angular momentum at a glance.

Waves and Optics

Wave equations, interference, diffraction, and lens equations.

AP Physics 1

  • Kinematics and dynamics
  • Circular motion and gravitation
  • Energy and momentum
  • Simple harmonic motion
  • Waves and sound
  • DC circuits

AP Physics 2

  • Fluid mechanics
  • Thermodynamics
  • Electricity and magnetism
  • Optics
  • Quantum and atomic physics
  • Nuclear physics

AP Physics C

  • Calculus-based mechanics
  • Rotational dynamics
  • Electricity and magnetism (C: E&M)
  • Gauss's law and magnetic induction
  • RC and RL circuits
  • Oscillations and gravitation

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these AP Physics tools free?

Yes. All tools on LivePhysics are free and run in your browser. No account or download is required.

Which AP Physics courses do these tools cover?

The collection covers AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, and AP Physics C: Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism, with tools for kinematics, forces, circuits, waves, and more.

Can these tools be used for AP exam review?

Yes. The interactive visualizers and calculators are well suited for reviewing formulas, checking intuition, and exploring what-if scenarios before the AP exam.

Can I use these tools in a classroom?

Yes. The tools work on any device with a browser and are free for classroom use, homework assignments, or independent study.

Are there virtual labs that pair with these tools?

Yes. LivePhysics has AP Physics virtual labs covering mechanics, electricity, waves, and optics that pair directly with the tool collection.