Theory

CH8 - ELECTRICITY

(a) A coil of wire is connected into a circuit containing a variable resistor and a battery. The variable resistor is adjusted until the potential dif...

2010 Summer

2

Theory

CH8 - ELECTRICITY

(a) In Fig. 10.1, A is a 1000Ω resistor, C is a transistor, and D is a lamp. S is a 9V supply. (i) Name the component labelle...

2011 Winter

3

Theory

CH8 - ELECTRICITY

The graphs in Fig. 9.1 show the relation between the current $I$ and the potential difference $V$ for a resistor and a lamp.(a) (i) Describe how, if a...

2011 Winter

3

Theory

CH8 - ELECTRICITY

Which symbols are used for the units of current and of resistance?[Table_1]unit of current | unit of resistanceA | A | WB | A | \(\Omega\)C | C | WD |...

2011 Winter

4

Theory

CH8 - ELECTRICITY

The diagrams show four arrangements of resistors.Which arrangement has the smallest total resistance?A: [Image_A with 4Ω icon]B: [Image_B with 2Ω an...

2011 Winter

3

Theory

CH8 - ELECTRICITY

Which particle does not experience a force due to an electric field?A. \( \alpha \)-particleB. electronC. neutronD. proton

2009 Summer

2

Theory

CH8 - ELECTRICITY

The diagram shows an electric circuit containing three meters, X, Y and Z, all connected correctly. What are meters X, Y and Z?[Table_1]XYZAammeteramm...

2011 Winter

3

Theory

CH8 - ELECTRICITY

Using the circuit shown, the current $I$ is found for various voltages $V$. The temperature of the resistor does not change. [Image_1: Circuit Diagram...

2009 Summer

2

Theory

CH8 - ELECTRICITY

A potential difference (p.d.) across a resistor causes a current in it. [Image_1: Diagram of resistor with arrow indicating current and p.d.]The p.d. ...

2010 Winter

2

Theory

CH8 - ELECTRICITY

The diagram shows a potential divider circuit with two identical lamps L1 and L2.The contact K is halfway between X and Y and the lamps are equally br...

2011 Winter

3

Theory

CH1 - MEASUREMENTS AND UNITS

The diagrams show the readings on a measuring cylinder before and after a small metal cube is added.How many more identical cubes can be added to the ...

2013 Summer

1

Theory

CH2 - FORCES AND MOTION

Which person is experiencing an acceleration?A. a driver of a car that is braking to stop at traffic lightsB. a passenger in a train that is stationar...

2013 Summer

1

Theory

CH2 - FORCES AND MOTION

A car travels at various speeds during a short journey. The table shows the distances travelled and the times taken during each of four stages P, Q, R...

2013 Summer

1

Theory

CH2 - FORCES AND MOTION

Two blocks of metal X and Y hang from spring balances, as shown in the diagrams. What does the diagram show about X and Y? A They have the same mas...

2013 Summer

1

Theory

CH2 - FORCES AND MOTION

A 1 kg sample of aluminium is stored in a laboratory. In a different laboratory, in the same town, there is a 1 kg sample of iron.Which quantity must ...

2013 Summer

1

Theory

CH1 - MEASUREMENTS AND UNITS

A measuring cylinder has a mass of 120g when empty.When it contains 50cm3 of a liquid, the total mass of the measuring cylinder and the liquid is 160g...

2013 Summer

1

Theory

CH2 - FORCES AND MOTION

A car moves along a level road.The diagram shows all of the horizontal forces acting on the car.Which statement is correct?A. The car is slowing down....

2013 Summer

1

Theory

CH3 - FORCES AND PRESSURE

The diagram shows a force being applied to a lever to lift a heavy weight. Which change would enable the heavy weight to be lifted with a smaller forc...

2013 Summer

1

Theory

CH4 - FORCES AND ENERGY

The diagram shows a hydroelectric system. What are the main energy changes taking place?A. chemical energy \(\rightarrow\) kinetic energy \(\rightarro...

2013 Summer

1

Theory

CH4 - FORCES AND ENERGY

An escalator (moving stairs) and a lift (elevator) are both used to carry passengers from the same underground railway platform up to street level.The...

2013 Summer

1