Do I Need to Review Physics 1 to Understand Physics 2 Concepts?

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A computer science student is struggling with physics, particularly in transitioning from Physics 1 to Physics 2, which covers topics like electric fields, Gauss's law, electric potential, and capacitance. Despite having taken a Physics 1 course three years ago, the student feels unprepared and seeks assistance with understanding the material. Responses indicate that a solid grasp of mechanics is not strictly necessary for studying electricity and magnetism, suggesting that the student can progress without revisiting Physics 1. The student received encouragement and support from forum members, ultimately finding solutions to their questions with help from a friend. Appreciation is expressed for the community's support and resources.
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Hi , am a computer science student , am newbie at physics , and am train to learn but no help , though i took a course in [physics 1] before 3 yrs and i can't remember anything, and now i am taking physics 2 , i took so far , electric fields , Gauss law ,Electric potential , capacitance . book >> [Physics for Scientists and Engineers, 6th Edn. (R.A.Serway) ]

Does it requires me to go back to physics 1 to understand those ?
please help :cry:

and if anyone can help me or solve these questions(i have no clue about them) i would be appreciated .

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You could get by without out knowing mechanics fairly well. If your learning Electricity and magnetism you could get by without knowing mechanics.
 
Thank you cragar for taking the time to reply , that encourages me to go and study , and about the questions , i got them solved from a friend , again thank you .

And thanks to whom working on this forum , keep it up guys ! .<3
 

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