The exam paper focuses on AS Physics topics including mechanics, materials, waves, and particle physics. Mechanics covers forces, momentum, energy calculations, and equilibrium of systems like springs and rods. The materials section includes Young modulus determination, stress, and strain calculations. Waves concepts involve diffraction, standing waves, and phase differences. Particle physics emphasizes nuclear decay, quarks, and subatomic interactions. Practical applications include seismometers, microvoltmeters, and thermal experiments with plutonium isotopes. Additional concepts address power, resistivity, internal resistance, and electric circuits, testing analytical skills through graph interpretation and real-world scenarios.