High School Physics Subjects in the USA

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High school physics in the U.S. typically includes introductory topics such as mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, optics, and sometimes electricity and magnetism (E&M). Advanced Placement (AP) classes may delve deeper into E&M or approach topics from a calculus-based perspective. In mathematics, high schools generally offer basic calculus, which is not mandatory and is often taken only by students planning to pursue science in college. Chemistry courses usually cover fundamental concepts, but specific content may vary by school and is less frequently detailed in discussions.
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al salam alykom

i would like to know what subjects in physics you study at high school in usa ?

and thank you
 
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Usually a high school physics class in the U.S. covers introductory, algebra based mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, optics and possibly some E&M.

Some A.P. classes may cover more E&M or cover the topics from a Calculus-based perspective.
 


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al salam alykom

i would like to know what subjects in chemistry n math you study at high school in usa ?

and thank you
 


High schools very rarely cover anything more than basic calculus, and this is usually not a mandatory course. Sometimes only students interested in studying science at university will take calculus in high school.

I don't remember much about what I covered in Chemistry. I will let someone else answer that.
 
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