Theory

CH16 - COMMUNICATION

(a) State what is meant by the \textit{amplitude modulation (AM)} of a radio wave........................................................................

2021 Summer

3

Theory

CH16 - COMMUNICATION

(a) State two advantages of converting the signal into digital form for transmission.1. .................................................................

2021 Winter

3

Theory

CH16 - COMMUNICATION

(a) A sinusoidal carrier wave has a constant amplitude and a frequency of 1.2 MHz. The carrier wave is modulated by a signal wave such that a 1.0 V di...

2021 Summer

2

Theory

CH16 - COMMUNICATION

(a) (i) When audio signals are transmitted over long distances, modulation of radio waves is used.Suggest a reason why modulation is used...............

2021 Winter

3

Theory

CH16 - COMMUNICATION

(a) State what is meant by the amplitude modulation (AM) of a radio wave.................................................................................

2021 Summer

3

Theory

CH16 - COMMUNICATION

An analogue signal is to be transmitted to a receiver. Before transmission, the signal passes through an analogue-to-digital converter (ADC). After tr...

2021 Winter

3

Theory

CH16 - COMMUNICATION

(a) (i) By reference to an ultrasound wave, explain what is meant by specific acoustic impedance.........................................................

2020 Summer

4

Theory

CH16 - COMMUNICATION

(a) The transmission of signals using optic fibres has, to a great extent, replaced the use of coaxial cables.Advantages of optic fibres include great...

2020 Summer

4

Theory

CH16 - COMMUNICATION

(a) (i) By reference to an ultrasound wave, explain what is meant by specific acoustic impedance.........................................................

2020 Summer

4

Theory

CH16 - COMMUNICATION

(a) Explain the principles of the \textbf{generation} of ultrasound waves for use in medical diagnosis...................................................

2020 Winter

4

MCQ

CH1 - PHYSICAL QUANTITIES & UNITS

When a force $F$ moves its point of application through a displacement $s$ in the direction of the force, the work $W$ done by the force is given by $...

2012 Summer

3

MCQ

CH1 - PHYSICAL QUANTITIES & UNITS

What is a possible unit for the product $VI$, where $V$ is the potential difference across a resistor and $I$ is the current through the same resistor...

2012 Summer

2

MCQ

CH1 - PHYSICAL QUANTITIES & UNITS

What is a reasonable estimate of the average kinetic energy of an athlete during a 100 m race that takes 10 s?

2012 Summer

3

MCQ

CH2 - MEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES

A light-meter measures the intensity $I$ of the light falling on it. Theory suggests that $I$ varies inversely as the square of the distance $d$. W...

2012 Summer

3

MCQ

CH2 - MEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES

In an experiment, a radio-controlled car takes $2.50 \pm 0.05$ s to travel $40.0 \pm 0.1$ m. What is the car’s average speed and the uncertaint...

2012 Summer

2

MCQ

CH3 - KINEMATICS

In an experiment to determine the acceleration of free fall using a falling body, what would lead to a value that is too large?

2012 Summer

3

MCQ

CH3 - KINEMATICS

Which feature of a graph allows acceleration to be determined?

2012 Summer

3

MCQ

CH3 - KINEMATICS

The diagram shows a laboratory experiment in which a feather falls from rest in a long evacuated vertical tube of length $L$. The feather takes tim...

2012 Summer

3

MCQ

CH3 - KINEMATICS

In the absence of air resistance, a stone is thrown from P and follows a parabolic path in which the highest point reached is T. The stone reaches poi...

2012 Summer

3

MCQ

CH5 - FORCES, DENSITY & PRESSURE

Each option gives a correct word equation involving force. Which option gives the definition of force?

2012 Summer

3