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Comprehensive Physics Test

This document is a physics test paper consisting of various sections that assess knowledge in basic concepts, measurements, motion, forces, and theoretical calculations. It includes multiple-choice questions, calculations, and definitions, covering topics such as derived quantities, density, acceleration, and momentum. The test is structured to evaluate both theoretical understanding and practical application of physics principles.

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Comprehensive Physics Test

This document is a physics test paper consisting of various sections that assess knowledge in basic concepts, measurements, motion, forces, and theoretical calculations. It includes multiple-choice questions, calculations, and definitions, covering topics such as derived quantities, density, acceleration, and momentum. The test is structured to evaluate both theoretical understanding and practical application of physics principles.

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PHYSICS TEST PAPER

Time: 90 minutes Total Marks: 60

Instructions: Answer ALL questions. Show working where required. Use g = 9.8 m/s² unless

otherwise stated.

SECTION A: BASIC CONCEPTS & UNITS (1 mark each)

1. Define a derived quantity and give two examples.

2. What is the SI unit for:

a) Pressure b) Density

3. Convert:

a) 0.0045 m to mm b) 2.3 km² to m²

4. Write in standard form:

a) 6020000 b) 0.00031

5. Round to 3 significant figures:

a) 34.789 b) 0.009564

6. Name two physical quantities that are scalars.

7. What instrument would you use to measure:

a) Diameter of a wire b) Thickness of paper

SECTION B: MEASUREMENT & CONVERSIONS (3 marks each)

8. A cuboid has dimensions 5.0 cm × 2.0 cm × 1.5 cm. Calculate its:

a) Volume in cm³ b) Volume in m³ c) Mass if its density is 2.5 g/cm³

9. An object of mass 120 g has a volume of 96 cm³. Calculate its:

a) Density in g/cm³ b) Density in kg/m³

10. A stone weighs 6 N in air and 4 N when submerged in water.

a) Calculate the upthrust. b) Find the relative density of the stone.


SECTION C: MOTION & FORCES (4 marks each)

11. A car accelerates from 5 m/s to 25 m/s in 4 s.

a) Find its acceleration. b) Find the distance travelled during this time.

12. A body falls freely for 3 seconds.

a) Find its final speed. b) Find the distance it falls.

13. A 2 kg trolley moving at 4 m/s collides with a wall and rebounds at 2 m/s.

a) Find the change in momentum. b) What is the impulse?

14. Define:

a) Balanced force b) Resultant force c) Translucent force d) Texture force

SECTION D: GRAPHS, SCALARS/VECTORS, ESTIMATES (4 marks each)

15. Sketch a velocity-time graph for an object that accelerates, then moves at constant velocity, then

decelerates.

16. Define and distinguish between:

a) Scalar and vector quantities

b) Temperature and heat

c) Fire and water as conditions affecting physical systems

17. Use a scale diagram to find the resultant of two forces: 4 N to the right and 3 N upward.

(Describe steps - no need to draw.)

SECTION E: THEORY & CALCULATION (4-6 marks)

18. A metal block has a regular shape and a total volume of 250 cm³. When fully immersed, it

displaces 300 g of water.

a) Calculate its density. b) Calculate its relative density.

19. List and explain three principles of measurement in Physics.

20. A ball of mass 0.5 kg falls freely from rest for 5 seconds.

a) Calculate its final velocity. b) How far does it fall? c) State two assumptions made in your

calculation.
BONUS (Optional - 3 marks)

21. State two SI units related to measuring force.

22. Explain the range of gravitational acceleration on Earth.

23. What is the approximate escape velocity of Earth?

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