Momentum, Collision, Torque and Rotation:
Conceptual Mind Maps
(18 Downloadable PDF Files)
Built for rapid recall and deep conceptual clarity, this complete set of 18 visually structured, easy-to-download PDF mind maps helps you see the big picture of momentum and rotational dynamics in physics.
Each mind map is carefully designed to highlight:
✔️ Core principles and interconnected concepts
✔️ Visual breakdowns of key equations and their meaning
✔️ Logical flow from definitions to applications
✔️ Common misconceptions and concept traps to avoid
Topics Covered:
- What is Center of Mass in a System of Particles?
- How to Apply Newton’s Second Law to a System of Particles?
- Impulse and Momentum – How Force Changes Momentum in Collisions
- Elastic & Inelastic Collision.The Law of Conservation of Linear Momentum
- Elastic Collision Equations – Step-by-Step Derivation and Explanation
- What is the Tsiolkovsky Rocket Equation?
- Angular Variables in Rotation
- Constant Angular Acceleration: Equations of Rotational Motion
- Moment of Inertia and The Parallel Axis Theorem
- What is Torque in Physics and How to Find The Direction of Torque
- Newton's Second Law of Motion in Rotation
- Kinetic Energy of Rotating Bodies
- Rotational Dynamics
- Rolling Motion in Physics – Definition, Examples, and Key Conditions
- How Rotational and Translational Kinetic Energy Work in Rolling Motion?
- What is Torque? The Key to Understanding Rotational Motion
- Newton’s Second Law for Rotation – Understanding Angular Momentum
- How to Calculate Angular Momentum of a Rotating Rigid Body?
- What is Conservation of Angular Momentum?
- What is Equilibrium in Physics? Static vs Dynamic
When to Use These PDFs:
- To visually connect and recall core concepts during revision
- As a pre-class primer or post-class review to reinforce understanding
- When you're stuck and need a big-picture view of how ideas link together
- For a quick scan before tests to cement conceptual clarity
Who Should Use This Resource:
- Grade 11 and 12 Physics students
- AP Physics students
- Competitive exam aspirants (IIT JEE, SAT Physics, NEET Physics)
- Physics enthusiasts eager to deepen their conceptual understanding
- Teachers seeking high-quality, ready-to-use classroom supplements
Hello there! 👋
Physics isn’t just a collection of facts—it’s a framework for making sense of the world. When I first began teaching my daughter the basics of Physics, I never imagined it would one day set her on a path to UC Berkeley’s College of Engineering. That journey reminded me how far a solid conceptual foundation—and the right kind of guidance—can take a student.
These mind maps were created with that same spirit. They’re not just notes—they’re visual tools help you connect the dots, see how concepts build on each other, and understand the "why" behind the formulas. Each map is a compact, big-picture guide to a key topic in momentum, collision and rotational physics —perfect for visual learners, revision sessions, or those “I’m stuck” moments.
Whether you’re preparing for AP Physics, IIT JEE, Class 11–12, or just trying to deeply understand motion in Physics, let these maps be your shortcut to clarity and confidence.
Let’s turn confusion into insight—and make Physics visual, logical, and memorable.
Vishesh
