Theory

CH5 - THERMAL EFFECTS

(a) Four identical metal plates, at the same temperature, are laid side by side on the ground. The rays from the Sun fall on the plates.One plate has ...

2010 Summer

3

Theory

CH5 - THERMAL EFFECTS

Which pair contains only physical quantities that vary with temperature and so could be used in making a thermometer?A activity of a radioactive sour...

2012 Summer

2

Theory

CH5 - THERMAL EFFECTS

A certain substance is in the solid state at a temperature of -36°C. It is heated at a constant rate for 32 minutes. The record of its temperature is...

2010 Summer

3

Theory

CH5 - THERMAL EFFECTS

In an experiment, some of a substance changes from a liquid to a gas. The temperature of the remaining liquid changes because of this.What is the name...

2009 Summer

3

Theory

CH5 - THERMAL EFFECTS

(a) Equal volumes of a gas held at constant pressure, a liquid and a solid undergo the same temperature rise.(i) State which of the three, solid, liqu...

2011 Winter

2

Theory

CH5 - THERMAL EFFECTS

To mark the lower fixed point of a Celsius scale on a thermometer, the thermometer should be placed inA. pure alcohol.B. pure distilled water.C. pure ...

2011 Winter

3

Theory

CH5 - THERMAL EFFECTS

A block of ice cream is prevented from melting by wrapping it in newspaper soaked in water. The water evaporates from the newspaper.Which molecules es...

2010 Winter

2

Theory

CH5 - THERMAL EFFECTS

The graph shows the change in temperature of a substance as it is heated steadily.Which part of the graph shows when the substance is boiling?

2009 Summer

3

Theory

CH5 - THERMAL EFFECTS

Which change is condensation? [Image depicting changes between solid, liquid, and gas with arrows labeled A, B, C, D]

2010 Winter

2

Theory

CH5 - THERMAL EFFECTS

Four blocks, made of different materials, are each given the same quantity of internal energy (heat).Which block has the greatest thermal capacity?[Im...

2009 Summer

2

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