Differences between the AP Physics courses

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<p>So I’m taking Physics 1 this next year and C the year after. I know the main difference is that 1 & 2 is algebra based while C is calculus based, but what about the curriculum? When I take C will I go over both 1 & 2’s curriculum with a calculus mindset or will it be completely different material? Will taking C make up me not taking 2 in the way that I’ll be learning 2’s material again (Like will C go over material such as Nuclear Physics, or does 2 only go over it?)&lt;/p>

<p>Thanks Guys</p>

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<p>Physics 1, 2, and C all cover both mechanics, electricity, and magnetism. Physics C covers these content areas in greater depth. Physics 1 and 2 cover extra content areas, such as optics, fluids, thermodynamics, and modern physics. Physics C = depth, Physics 1/2 = breadth.</p>

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<p>I think theres also some wave phenomena in physics 1 as well :slight_smile: </p>