GCSE Physics FRQ Room

10_Magnetism_Motor_Effect

A straight wire carrying a current is placed in a magnetic field.

Acceleration Practical

A student investigates Newton's Second Law using a trolley, a runway, and light gates.

Advanced Energy Calculations

A powerful electric motor is used to lift a roller coaster car.

Atomic Structure and Isotopes

This question is about atomic structure and radioactivity.

Atomic Structure and Radioactive Decay

This question deals with radioactive decay and nuclear equations.

Atomic Structure Basics

This question is about the structure of the atom.

Atomic Structure Basics

This question is about the structure of the atom.

Circuit Analysis

A student investigates a series circuit containing a resistor and a component X.

Circuit Symbols and Series Circuits

This question is about electrical circuits.

Collisions and Safety

A car of mass 1000 kg travelling at 20 m/s collides with a stationary van of mass 1500 kg.

Complex Circuits and Components

A student sets up the circuit shown in the diagram to investigate the properties of a thermistor.

Density and Internal Energy

A student investigates the properties of a metal cube.

Density and Specific Heat

A student investigates the density of an irregular solid object.

Electricity - Circuit Basics

A student builds a simple electrical circuit.

Electromagnetism Basics

This question is about magnetism and the motor effect.

Energy - Efficiency and Insulation

A householder installs a new heating system.

Energy Resources

This question is about energy resources and their use.

Energy Resources and Calculations

This question is about energy resources.

Energy Resources and Power

This question is about renewable energy resources.

Energy Resources Evaluation

A country is deciding whether to build a new nuclear power station or a large wind farm to meet futu

Energy Stores and Resources

This question is about energy stores and energy resources.

Energy Stores and Systems

This question is about energy stores and efficiency.

Energy Stores and Systems

This question is about energy stores and transfers.

Energy Stores and Transfers

This question is about energy stores and transfers.

Energy Stores and Transfers

This question is about energy stores and transfers.

Energy Stores and Transfers

This question is about energy stores and transfers.

Energy Stores and Transfers

This question is about energy changes and resources.

Energy Stores and Transfers

This question is about energy stores and transfers.

Extended Response - Space Physics (Q12)

Stars like the Sun go through a life cycle. This process takes billions of years.

Extended Response: Energy Resources

In this question you will be assessed on using good English, organising information clearly, and usi

Extended Response: Life Cycle of Stars

Stars go through a life cycle that is determined by their mass. There are significant differences be

Extended Response: Nuclear Fission

This question requires an extended response.

Forces - Acceleration Practical

A student investigates the relationship between force and acceleration using a trolley and masses.

Forces - Elasticity and Springs (Q7)

A spring is stretched by hanging weights from it.

Forces - Motion Graphs

The graph shows the velocity of a car over a 40-second period.

Forces and Elasticity

A student investigates the extension of a spring.

Forces and Scalars

This question is about forces and scalars.

Forces and Vectors

This question is about forces and vector quantities.

Forces and Vectors

This question is about forces, vectors, and their effects.

Forces in Motion

A vehicle travels along a straight road. The driver sees an obstacle and applies the brakes.

Gas Laws and Kinetic Theory

A student investigates the properties of a gas using a syringe sealed at one end.

Gas Laws and Kinetic Theory

A student investigates the properties of a gas trapped in a cylinder with a movable piston.

Gas Laws and Pressure

A student investigates the relationship between the pressure and volume of a gas at constant tempera

Half-life and Radiation Uses

A sample contains a radioactive isotope. The count rate is measured over time using a Geiger-Muller

Half-Life Calculation

Iodine-131 is a radioactive isotope used in medicine. It decays by emitting beta radiation.

I-V Characteristics (RP)

A student investigates how the current in a filament lamp changes with potential difference.

Internal Energy and Specific Heat Capacity

A student heats a 0.5 kg block of metal using an electric heater. The temperature of the block is me

IV Characteristics and Electricity Analysis

This question is about the current-voltage characteristics of a filament lamp.

Lenses and Refraction

This question is about light and lenses.

Life Cycle of Stars

Stars go through a life cycle. Stars about the same size as the Sun follow a specific path.

Life Cycle of Stars

Stars go through a life cycle that is determined by their mass.

Life Cycle of Stars (Extended)

The Sun is a main sequence star. It will eventually become a black dwarf.

Magnetic Fields

This question is about magnetic fields and electromagnetism.

Magnetism - Generators and Transformers

Electricity is generated and transmitted using electromagnetic effects.

Magnetism - Transformers and Power

This question is about transformers.

Magnetism: Extended Response

This question is about the generation of electricity.

Magnetism: Transformers

Transformers are used in the National Grid.

Mains Electricity and Power

This question is about mains electricity and power.

Mechanical Energy Transfers

A rollercoaster car of mass 500 kg is released from rest at point A, which is 40 m above the ground.

Mechanical Energy Transfers

An apple of mass 0.1 kg falls from a tree.

Mechanics and Energy Transfers

A car of mass 1500 kg is travelling at a speed of 20 m/s.

Microphones and Generators

This question applies the principles of the generator effect.

Moments and Pressure

This question is about moments and pressure.

Momentum and Vector Resolution

Two ice hockey players collide on the ice.

Motion Graphs

A car travels along a straight road. The velocity-time graph for the journey is shown below.

Motor Effect Basics

A student sets up an experiment to demonstrate the motor effect using a copper rod placed in a magne

National Grid and Transformers

Electricity is generated at 15 kV at a power station and transmitted through the National Grid.

Newton's Second Law investigation

A student investigates the relationship between the force applied to a trolley and its acceleration.

Nuclear Fission and Activity

This question is about nuclear physics.

Nuclear Fission and Fusion

Nuclear power stations use nuclear fission to generate electricity.

Nuclear Fission and Safety

This question is about nuclear physics.

Nuclear Fission Extended Response

Describe the process of nuclear fission and explain how this process is used to generate electricity

Nuclear Fission vs Fusion

Nuclear power stations generate electricity using nuclear fission.

Orbital Motion

Satellites orbit the Earth in circular paths.

Orbital Motion and Red Shift

Satellites orbit the Earth and planets orbit the Sun.

Orbital Motion and Red-Shift

This question is about physics of the universe.

Orbital Motion and Stars

This question explores the physics of the solar system and stars.

Particle Model - Gas Laws (Higher)

A student investigates the behavior of a gas trapped in a syringe.

Practical - Acceleration

A student investigates how the mass of a trolley affects its acceleration for a constant force. She

Pressure in Fluids

This question is about pressure in fluids.

Q1 Energy Stores and Power

This question is about energy stores and transfers.

Q1: Energy Stores and Transfers

This question is about energy changes in systems.

Q1: Forces - Scalars and Vectors

This question is about physical quantities.

Q1: Forces - Scalars, Vectors and Weight

This question is about forces, scalars, and vectors.

Q1: Forces and Motion

This question is about motion and forces.

Q1: Forces and Scalars

This question is about forces, weight, and scalar quantities.

Q1: Forces Basics

This question is about forces and motion.

Q1: Solar System and Gravity

This question is about the Solar System and the forces within it.

Q2 States of Matter and Density

This question is about the particle model of matter.

Q2: Atomic Isotopes and Decay

Polonium-210 is a radioactive isotope that decays by emitting alpha particles.

Q2: Atomic Structure and Decay

This question is about radioactive decay.

Q2: Forces and Scalars

This question is about forces and physical quantities.

Q2: The Electromagnetic Spectrum

This question is about electromagnetic waves.

Q2: Wave Properties

This question is about waves.

Q3 Basic Electricity

This question is about electrical circuits.

Q3 Basic Electricity

A student builds a simple circuit to light a lamp.

Q3: Basic Circuits

A student builds a simple electrical circuit.

Q3: Basic Electricity

This question is about electrical circuits.

Q3: I-V Characteristics

A student investigates the current-voltage characteristics of different components.

Q3: Space - Solar System

This question is about the Solar System.

Q4

This question is about the solar system.

Q4 - Space: Solar System

This question is about the Solar System.

Q4 - The Solar System

This question is about the Solar System.

Q4 - The Solar System

This question is about Space Physics.

Q4 Atomic Structure

This question is about atomic structure.

Q4 Particle Model and Gas Laws

A weather balloon is filled with helium gas.

Q4 Solar System

This question is about the solar system.

Q4 States of Matter

This question is about the particle model of matter.

Q4 States of Matter

This question is about the particle model of matter.

Q4: Acceleration and Motion

A car travels along a straight track. The velocity-time graph for the car is shown below.

Q4: Atomic Structure and Isotopes

This question is about the structure of the atom.

Q4: Forces - Elasticity and Motion Graphs

This question involves analysing the motion of a toy car powered by a spring constant.

Q4: Solar System

This question is about the Solar System.

Q4: Specific Heat Capacity and Energy Transfers

A kettle is used to heat water.

Q4: Specific Heat Capacity Practical

A student investigates the specific heat capacity of a metal block. The block has a mass of 1.0 kg.

Q4: The Atom

This question is about the structure of the atom.

Q4: The Solar System

This question is about Space Physics.

Q5 - Forces Investigation (RP)

A student investigates how the force applied to a trolley affects its acceleration.

Q5: Acceleration (Required Practical)

A student investigates how the force applied to a trolley affects its acceleration. They use the app

Q5: Forces - Acceleration (Required Practical)

A student investigates Newton's Second Law using a trolley on a ramp.

Q6 - Waves in a Ripple Tank (Required Practical)

A student uses a ripple tank to measure the speed of water waves.

Q6: Electromagnetic Spectrum

The electromagnetic spectrum is a group of transverse waves.

Q6: Electromagnetic Waves

This question is about the electromagnetic spectrum.

Q6: Ripple Tank Practical

A student uses a ripple tank to investigate the speed of water waves.

Q6: Space - Red Shift

Astronomers observe the light from distant galaxies.

Q6: Waves - Ripple Tank

A student uses a ripple tank to measure the speed of water waves.

Q6: Waves - Ripple Tank

A student uses a ripple tank to measure the speed of water waves.

Q6: Waves - Ripple Tank and Refraction (Required Practical)

A student uses a ripple tank to observe the behavior of water waves.

Q6: Waves and Speed (RP)

A student uses a ripple tank to investigate water waves.

Q7 Forces and Motion

A cyclist rides along a flat, straight road. The distance-time graph shows the motion.

Q7 Specific Heat Capacity [Practical]

A student investigates the specific heat capacity of a metal block.

Q7: National Grid and Transformers

This question is about the National Grid and electricity transmission.

Q7: Power and Work Done

An elevator of mass 800 kg carries passengers with a total mass of 400 kg. It moves vertically upwar

Q7: Radioactivity

This question is about radioactive decay.

Q7: Space - Red Shift and The Universe

This question is about the universe and the Big Bang theory.

Q8 Latent Heat and States

A substance is heated at a constant rate. Figure 4 shows how its temperature changes over time.

Q8: Electromagnets

This question is about electromagnets.

Q8: Forces - Work Done

A car travels along a straight road.

Q8: Light and Lenses

A student uses a convex lens to produce an image of an object.

Q8: Magnetism - Electromagnetism

A student builds a simple electromagnet by wrapping wire around an iron nail.

Q8: Moments and Equilibrium

This question is about moments and equilibrium.

Q8: Radioactive Decay

This question is about radioactivity.

Q8: Space - Life Cycle of Stars

This question is about the life cycle of stars.

Q8: Weight and Work Done

A builder lifts a brick using a pulley system.

Q9 Resistance (Graph Analysis)

A student carries out an investigation to determine the resistance of a component.

Q9: Life Cycle of Stars

This question is about the life cycle of stars.

Q9: Mains Electricity

Electricity is transmitted across the country via the National Grid.

Q9: Red-Shift and Cosmology

Astronomers observe the light from distant galaxies.

Q10 - Ripples (Required Practical)

A student uses a ripple tank to observe water waves.

Q10 Energy Resources

This question is about electricity generation.

Q10 Gas Pressure

A student investigates the properties of a gas trapped in a cylinder.

Q10 Gravitational Potential Energy

A 0.4 kg ball is held at a height, h, above the ground.

Q10 Refraction and Lenses

This question is about the behavior of light.

Q10: Energy Efficiency and National Grid

This question is about energy lighting and transmission.

Q10: Medical Imaging Evaluation

Extended Response: Medical professionals use different types of electromagnetic waves for imaging th

Q10: Medical Imaging Evaluation

This is an extended response question.

Q10: Optics and Radiation

This question is about lenses and infrared radiation.

Q10: Red-Shift and the Big Bang

Astronomers use red-shift as evidence for the Big Bang theory.

Q10: The Life Cycle of Stars

Stars go through a life cycle determined by their mass.

Q11 - Waves: The Electromagnetic Spectrum

This question is about electromagnetic waves.

Q11 Waves - Reflection and Lenses

This question is about light and lenses.

Q11: Lenses and Refraction

This question is about light and lenses.

Q11: Magnetism - Transformers

Transformers are used in the National Grid.

Q11: Magnetism - Transformers

A transformer is used to change the voltage of an electricity supply.

Q11: Motion Graphs

The graph shows the velocity of a car over a period of 10 seconds.

Q11: Transformers

Transformers are used in the National Grid.

Q11: Waves, Reflection and Refraction

This question deals with light waves.

Q12 - Extended Response: Generators

This question is about electricity generation.

Q12 - Nuclear Fission Extended Response

Nuclear fission is used in nuclear power stations to generate electricity.

Q12 The National Grid

This question is about the National Grid.

Q12: Electromagnetism - Extended Response

A student builds a simple electric motor using a coil of wire, a battery, and a magnet.

Q12: Energy Resources (Extended Response)

This question requires an extended response. It is marked on your ability to use good English, to or

Q12: Extended Response - Forces

This question is about road safety.

Q12: Extended Response - Thermal Insulation

A student investigates the effectiveness of different materials as thermal insulators.

Question 1: Forces and Motion Basics

This question is about forces, weight, and work done.

Question 2

This question is about the structure of the atom.

Question 3

This question is about the specific heat capacity of materials.

Question 3

A student builds a simple circuit to investigate resistance.

Question 4

A student investigates the specific heat capacity of a metal block.

Question 4

This question is about the solar system.

Question 4: Specific Heat Capacity (RP)

A student investigates the specific heat capacity of a metal block using an immersion heater.

Question 5

A student investigates the specific heat capacity of a metal block.

Question 5

A student investigates how the length of a wire affects its resistance.

Question 5: Light and Optics

A student investigates the properties of a convex lens and the refraction of light.

Question 6

This question is about energy efficiency and thermal insulation.

Question 6

This question is about transformers and electricity transmission.

Question 6: Radioactivity and Half-Life

Technetium-99m is a radioactive source used in medical imaging.

Question 7

This question is about forces and motion.

Question 8

The National Grid uses transformers to transmit electricity efficiently.

Question 8 - Forces (Work & Elasticity)

A student stretches a spring by adding weights.

Question 9

A student stretches a spring by adding weights to it.

Question 11

This question is about electromagnetic waves.

Question 11

This question is about changes of state.

Question 11: Nuclear Decay Equations

This question is about nuclear radiation.

Question 12

Extended Response Question. Quality of written communication will be assessed.

Question 12

Extended Response Question (6 marks)

Questions 4-6 - Space Physics

Stars follow different life cycles depending on their mass.

Radioactive Decay

This question is about radioactive decay.

Radioactive Decay and Half-life

This question is about radioactive isotopes.

Radioactive Decay and Half-life

This question is about atomic structure and radioactivity.

Radioactive Decay and Half-life

A teacher demonstrates radioactive decay using a source that emits beta radiation. The count rate is

Radioactive Decay and Half-Life

Radioactive isotopes are used in medicine.

Refraction and Lenses

Light travels from air into a glass block as shown in the diagram.

Refraction and Lenses

A student investigates how light interacts with a transparent plastic block.

Refraction and Snell's Law

Light travels from air into a glass block.

Required Practical: Ripple Tank

A student uses a ripple tank to investigate the properties of water waves.

Resistance Investigation

A student investigates the resistance of a component.

Resistance Practical

A student investigates how the length of a wire affects its resistance.

Ripple Tank Practical

A student uses a ripple tank to investigate the speed of water waves.

RP: I-V Characteristics

A student investigates how the current through a filament lamp changes with potential difference.

Scalar and Vector Quantities

This question is about forces and motion.

Space - Life Cycle of Stars

Stars go through a life cycle. The path they take depends on their mass.

Space Physics: The Expanding Universe

Astronomers use observations of light from distant galaxies to understand the history of the Univers

Specific Heat Capacity and Heating Curves

Student A investigates the change of state of a substance from solid to liquid.

Specific Heat Capacity Practical

A student investigates the specific heat capacity of a metal block.

States of Matter

This question is about states of matter.

States of Matter

A student investigates the three states of matter.

States of Matter

Matter can exist in three different states: solid, liquid, and gas.

States of Matter and Density

A student investigates the density of a small metal block.

Synoptic Energy Mechanics

A drone of mass 2.5 kg hovers at a height of 40 m. It then drops a package of mass 0.5 kg.

The Motor Effect

A student investigates the motor effect using a straight wire carrying current in a magnetic field.

The Motor Effect

This question is about the motor effect and electromagnets.

The Motor Effect

A straight wire carrying a current is placed in a magnetic field.

The Motor Effect

A student investigates the force acting on a current-carrying wire in a magnetic field.

The National Grid

Electricity is generated in power stations and transmitted to homes via the National Grid.

Topic 1: Energy Stores (Q1)

This question is about energy stores and transfers.

Topic 2: Circuit Concepts and Formulas

A student investigates an electrical circuit.

Topic 3: Specific Heat Capacity Practical

A student investigates the specific heat capacity of a metal block.

Topic 5: Acceleration Practical (RP5)

A student investigates how the mass of a trolley affects its acceleration when a constant force is a

Topic 5: Vector Resolution and Moments

This question involves resolving forces and the principle of moments.

Topic 6: Extended Response - Ripple Tank

This question is about measuring water waves.

Topic 6: Waves - EM Spectrum and Refraction

This question is about electromagnetic waves.

Topic 7: Electromagnets and Motor Effect

This question is about the magnetic effect of a current.

Topic 7: Magnetism - Transformers

Electricity is transmitted across the country using the National Grid.

Transformers

This question is about transformers and the National Grid.

Transformers

Transformers are used in the National Grid to transmit electricity efficiently.

Transformers and Power

Transformers are essential components of the National Grid.

Transformers and Power Transmission

Electricity is transmitted across the country using the National Grid.

Transformers and Power Transmission

This question is about the distribution of electricity.

Transformers and the National Grid

Electricity is generated at a power station at 25 kV.

Transformers and the National Grid

Transformers are used in the National Grid.

Unit 6 Waves: Wave Properties

A student uses a slinky spring to demonstrate waves.

Wave Properties

A student uses a ripple tank to observe water waves.

Wave Properties and Sound

A student investigates the properties of sound waves using an oscilloscope and a microphone.

Waves - Properties

This question is about waves.

Waves - Properties and Calculations

A student investigates the properties of water waves in a ripple tank.

Waves - Types and Properties

This question is about the properties of waves.

Waves QJ - Extended Response

Extended Response Question (6 marks)

Waves Required Practical: Ripple Tank

A student uses a ripple tank to determine the speed of water waves.

Work Done and Power

An electric lift motor raises a cabin of mass 500 kg vertically at a constant speed.