Physics basics

3 free resources, hand-picked and sorted so you can find the right fit for your level and time.

Topics in Physics

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3 resources

C YouTube Dr. Shini Somara · YouTube / PBS

Crash Course Physics

46 animated episodes covering all of introductory physics from mechanics to quantum basics in 10-minute chunks. Beginner 2 – 10 hrs Video series No prerequisites View P Website Sal Khan · Khan Academy

Physics - Khan Academy

Self-paced physics covering motion forces energy waves electricity and magnetism with built-in practice problems. Beginner 10 – 40 hrs Video series Exercises No prerequisites View

YouTube Dominic Walliman · YouTube

The Map of Physics - intro video

An 8-minute animated overview of the entire field of physics - branches connections and unsolved problems. Beginner Under 30 min Single video No prerequisites View

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