Physics I · Fields and Force at a Distance
Virginia SOL PH.7
Virginia SOL PH.7 is part of the Fields and Force at a Distance strand in Physics I (Science). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students investigate how fields provide a unifying description of force at a distance through mathematical and experimental processes. Below is what PH.7 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice PH.7 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL PH.7 means
Investigate how fields provide a unifying description of force at a distance through mathematical and experimental processes.
Skills you’ll practice for PH.7
- Describe gravitational, electric, and magnetic forces using the field concept.
- Explain how field strength diminishes with increased distance from the source.
Key concepts covered by PH.7
- gravitational field
- electric field
- magnetic field
- field lines
- field strength
- inverse-square law
- distance dependence
- field decay
How to study and practice SOL PH.7
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether PH.7 is already solid, then work each skill above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide and how to study for the SOL test.
Frequently asked questions about SOL PH.7
What is Virginia SOL PH.7?
SOL PH.7 is a Physics I Standard of Learning in the Fields and Force at a Distance strand. It expects students to investigate how fields provide a unifying description of force at a distance through mathematical and experimental processes.
What skills does SOL PH.7 cover?
SOL PH.7 is assessed on 2 skills: describe gravitational, electric, and magnetic forces using the field concept; explain how field strength diminishes with increased distance from the source.
What strand of Physics I is SOL PH.7 in?
SOL PH.7 belongs to the Fields and Force at a Distance reporting strand of the Physics I Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL PH.7?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether PH.7 is already solid, then work the 2 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.