8464 - GCSE Combined Science Trilogy Foundation Tier Physics Paper 1F - Specimen 2018 (Set 2)

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GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy Foundation Tier Physics Paper 1F (Specimen 2018, set 2) assesses core physics understanding through short, mark-scored questions. It covers particle arrangements and internal energy across ice, water and steam; density calculations using mass and volume; and explanations for phase change such as iceberg melting. The paper also tests electrical concepts including component identification, how resistance changes with temperature and light, series vs parallel circuits, and plug wiring/potential difference in mains systems, plus energy loss trends over the National Grid.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

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Pages26

Reading Time1 h 6 min

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Specimen material (paper sections)

Question 1: states of matter, internal energy and density

Question 2: circuit components and resistor arrangements

Question 3: three-pin plug, mains electricity and energy losses

Please write clearly in block capitals. Centre number | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | Candidate number | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | Surname Forename(s) Candidate signature GCSE COMBINED SCIENCE: TRILOGY Foundation Tier Physics Paper 1F F Specimen 2018 (set 2) Time allowed: 1 hour 15 minutes Materials For this paper you must have: 􀁸 a ruler 􀁸 a scientific calculator 􀁸 the Physics Equations Sheet (enclosed) . Instructions 􀁸 Use black ink or black ball-point pen. 􀁸 Fill in the boxes at the top of this page. 􀁸 Answer all questions in the spaces provided. 􀁸 Do all rough work in this book. Cross through any work you do not want to be marked. 􀁸 In all calculations, show clearly how you work out your answer. Information 􀁸 The maximum mark for this paper is 70. 􀁸 The marks for questions are shown in brackets. 􀁸 You are expected to use a calculator where appropriate. 􀁸 You are reminded of the need for good English and clear presentation in your answers. | For Examiner’s Use | | | --- | --- | | Question | Mark | | 1 | | | 2 | | | 3 | | | 4 | | | 5 | | | 6 | | | 7 | | | TOTAL | | SPECIMEN MATERIAL IB/M/SAMs2/E1 8464/P/1F 2 Do not write outside the box 0 1 Water exists as ice, water or steam. 0 1 . 1 Complete the sentences. Choose the answers from the box. [2 marks] ice steam water The particles are arranged in a regular pattern in . The particles are close together but not in a pattern in . The particles move quickly in all directions in . 0 1 . 2 Which will have the most internal energy? Tick one box. 1 kg of ice 1 kg of steam 1 kg of water [1 mark] 0 1 . 3 Which will have the lowest density? Tick one box. Ice Steam Water [1 mark] SPECIMEN MATERIAL IB/M/SAMs2/8464/P/1F 3 Do not write outside the box Figure 1 shows an iceberg floating in the sea. Figure 1 0 1 . 4 The iceberg has a mass of 11 200 kg The volume of the iceberg is 12.0 m3 Calculate the density of the iceberg. Use the equation: density = vmass~~ol~~ume [2 marks] Density = kg/m3 0 1 . 5 Explain why the iceberg will melt. [2 marks] | | | --- | | | | | Turn over ► SPECIMEN MATERIAL IB/M/SAMs2/8464/P/1F | | | --- | | 8 | 4 Do not write outside the box | 0 2 Figure 2 shows the circuit symbol for three different components.
Figure 2

0 2 . 1 Which component is a variable resistor?
[1 mark]
Tick one box.
| | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A | | B | | C | | | 0 2 . 2 Which component is a thermistor?
[1 mark]
Tick one box. | | | | | | | A | | B | | C | | | 0 2 . 3 In which component will the resistance decrease when the temperature increases?
[1 mark]
Tick one box. | | | | | | | A | | B | | C | | SPECIMEN MATERIAL IB/M/SAMs2/8464/P/1F 5 Do not write outside the box | 0 2 . 3 In which component will the resistance decrease when the light intensity increases?
[1 mark]
Tick one box. | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A | | B | | C | | | Question 2 continues on the next page | | | | | | Turn over ► SPECIMEN MATERIAL IB/M/SAMs2/8464/P/1F 6 Do not write outside the box Figure 3 shows four different arrangements of resistors. Figure 3 0 2 . 5 Two of the arrangements are in series and two are in parallel. Describe the different between a series and a parallel arrangement. [2 marks] | | | --- | | | | | SPECIMEN MATERIAL IB/M/SAMs2/8464/P/1F 7 Do not write outside the | 0 2 . 6 Which arrangement has a resistance of 10 Ω?
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Tick one box. | | | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | P | | Q | | R | | S | | | 0 2 . 7 Which arrangement has the highest resistance?
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Tick one box. | | | | | | | | | P | | Q | | R | | S | | | 0 2 . 8 A student connects a resi

FAQs

What materials are required to complete the Physics Paper 1F?

A ruler and a scientific calculator are required. The Physics Equations Sheet is also provided enclosed with the paper.

How is density calculated in the paper?

Density is calculated using the equation density = mass ÷ volume (mass and volume are given in the iceberg question).

What topics about electricity does the paper assess?

It includes identifying a variable resistor and a thermistor, how resistance changes with temperature and light intensity, comparing series and parallel resistor arrangements, and understanding plug wiring with mains potential difference plus alternating vs direct supply differences.

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