Physics 0625/51 October/November 2022: question paper and mark scheme
Cambridge IGCSE Physics (0625), Paper 5 Practical, October/November 2022. Read both free below, or download them. Done the paper? Get it marked by AI against this mark scheme.
In this experiment, you will investigate the period of a pendulum. Carry out the following instructions, referring to Fig. 1.1 and Fig. 1.2.
clamp clamp
l
bob
one complete oscillation
Fig. 1.1 Fig. 1.2
A pendulum has been set up for you as shown in Fig. 1.1.
(a) (i) Measure the distance l between the bottom of the clamp supporting the pendulum and the centre of the pendulum bob.
l = …… cm [1]
(ii) Explain briefly how you measured to the centre of the pendulum bob as accurately as possible.
…… [1]
(b) Adjust the length of the pendulum until the distance l = 50.0 cm.
Displace the bob slightly and release it so that it swings. Fig. 1.2 shows one complete oscillation of the pendulum.
Measure, and record in Table 1.1, the time t for 20 complete oscillations.
Calculate, and record in Table 1.1, the period T of the pendulum. The period is the time for one complete oscillation.
Calculate, and record in Table 1.1, the value of T 2.
Repeat the procedure using l values of 60.0 cm, 70.0 cm, 80.0 cm and 90.0 cm.
Table 1.1
l / cm t/s T/s T 2 / s2
50.0
60.0
70.0
80.0
90.0
[4]
(c) Plot a graph of T 2 / s2 (y-axis) against l / cm (x-axis). Start the T 2 axis at a convenient value close to the minimum value of T 2.
[4]
(d) Explain briefly why timing 20 oscillations gives a more accurate result for the period T than timing 1 oscillation.
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[Total: 11]
Mark scheme
1(a)(i) l = 35.0 cm – 45.0 cm given to nearest mm 1
1(a)(ii) Clear use of horizontal aid OR bob touching rule 1
1(b) t values increasing 1
T values correct 1
First t value in range 27.5–29.0 1
Correct T2 values with consistent significant figures 1
1(c) Graph:
Axes correctly labelled with quantity and unit and right way round 1
Suitable scales 1
All plots correct to ½ small square 1
Good line judgement, thin, continuous line 1
1(d) Reaction time error / human error small part of time measured 1
In this experiment, you will investigate the resistance of a lamp.
Carry out the following instructions, referring to Fig. 2.1.
A
S
L
C D E
resistance wire
V
Fig. 2.1
(a) Place the sliding contact S on the resistance wire as close as possible to point C.
Close the switch.
(i) Measure the current I1 in the circuit.
I1 = …… A [1]
(ii) Measure the potential difference (p.d.) V1 across lamp L. Open the switch.
V1 = …… V [1]
V1
(iii) Calculate the resistance R1 of lamp L. Use the equation R1 = . Include the unit.
I1
R1 = …… [1]
(b) Place the sliding contact S on the resistance wire as close as possible to point D. Point D is at the mid-point of the resistance wire.
Close the switch.
• Measure the current I2 in the circuit.
I2 = …… A
• Measure the potential difference V2 across lamp L.
V2 = …… V
• Open the switch.
V2
• Calculate the resistance R2 of lamp L. Use the equation R2 = . Include the unit.
I2
R2 = …… [2]
(c) Place the sliding contact S on the resistance wire as close as possible to point E.
Close the switch.
• Measure the current I3 in the circuit.
I3 = …… A
• Measure the potential difference V3 across lamp L.
V3 = …… V
• Open the switch.
V3
• Calculate the resistance R3 of lamp L. Use the equation R3 = . Include the unit.
I3
Give your answer to a suitable number of significant figures for this experiment.
R3 = …… [2]
(d) Complete the following statements, referring to your observations and results.
1. As the length of resistance wire included in the circuit is increased, the brightness of the
lamp …… .
2. As the length of resistance wire included in the circuit is increased, the resistance of the
lamp …… .
[2]
(e) A variable resistor can be used in this type of experiment in place of the resistance wire.
Draw a circuit diagram to show a variable resistor in place of the resistance wire. Include the ammeter and the voltmeter in your diagram.
[2]
[Total: 11]
Mark scheme
2(a)(i) I1 to at least 2 decimal places and < 1 A 1
2(a)(ii) V1 to at least 1 decimal place and < 3 V 1
2(a)(iii) R1 correct 1
2(b) I2 and V2 present R2 correct and < R1 1
R2 unit Ω (not contradicted in (a) or (c)) 1
2(c) I3 and V3 present R3 correct and < R2 1
R3 to 2 or 3 significant figures 1
2(d) 1 decreases 1
2 decreases 1
2(e) Correct symbol for variable resistor 1
Correct circuit including ammeter and voltmeter with correct symbols. With no flying lead. 1
In this experiment, you will investigate the effect of the starting temperature on the cooling rate of water.
Carry out the following instructions, referring to Fig. 3.1.
thermometer
beaker bench
Fig. 3.1
(a) Use the thermometer to measure the room temperature θR.
θR = …… °C [1]
(b) Pour 200 cm3 of hot water into the beaker. Place the thermometer in the hot water.
Record in Table 3.1 the temperature θ of the hot water at time t = 0. Immediately start the stop-watch.
Measure, and record in Table 3.1, the water temperature every 30 s until you have seven sets of readings. [2]
Table 3.1
t/s θ / °C
0
30
60
90
120
150
180
(c) Calculate the decrease in temperature Δθ1 between t = 0 and t = 180 s.
Δθ1 = ……
Δθ1
Calculate the average rate of cooling C1 of the water using the equation C1 = ,
Δt where Δt = 180 s.
C1 = …… [1]
(d) Empty the beaker.
(i) Using Table 3.1, write down the temperature θ90 of the water at time t = 90 s.
θ90 = ……
Pour 150 cm3 of hot water into the beaker. Place the thermometer in the water. Slowly add cold water, stirring continuously, until the temperature of the water in the beaker is as close as possible to θ90. Record this temperature in Table 3.2 at time t = 0.
Immediately start the stop-watch.
Measure, and record in Table 3.2, the water temperature every 30 s until you have four sets of readings.
Table 3.2
t/s θ / °C
0
30
60
90
[2]
(ii) Using Table 3.2, calculate the decrease in temperature Δθ2 between t = 0 and t = 90 s.
Δθ2 = ……
Δθ2
Calculate the average rate of cooling C2 of the water using the equation C2 = ,
Δt where Δt = 90 s.
C2 = …… [1]
(e) A student suggests that the rate of cooling of water depends on the initial temperature of the water.
Write a conclusion about the effect of the initial temperature of water on the rate of cooling of the water, based on your results. Justify your conclusion by reference to values from your results.
conclusion ……
justification ……
[2]
(f) State two requirements when reading the volume of water in the measuring cylinder in order to obtain an accurate result.
1. ……
2. ……
[2]
[Total: 11]
Mark scheme
3(a) Realistic value for room temperature 1
3(b) Temperatures decreasing 1
Temperatures to 1 °C or better 1
3(c) Correct values for Δθ1 and C1 1
3(d)(i) At t = 0, θ90 as written in (d)(i) ± 2 °C 1
θ decrease seen overall in table 3.2 1
3(d)(ii) Correct value for Δθ2 and C2 with unit °C / s at (i) or (ii) and not contradicted. 1
3(e) Conclusion that matches results 1
Justification that matches conclusion and results 1
3(f) View scale / value / reading / water level at right angles / perpendicularly 1
To bottom of meniscus 1
A student investigates the horizontal distance travelled by a metal ball after it rolls off the end of a plastic track. Fig. 4.1 shows the set-up.
The ball rolls down a plastic track. The left-hand side of the track is fixed. The right-hand side can be adjusted so that the ball comes off the track at different angles.
The student measures the horizontal distance that the ball travels from the right-hand end of the track to the point that it hits the floor.
Plan an experiment to investigate how the horizontal distance travelled by the metal ball depends on the angle that the right-hand end of the track makes with the bench.
You are not required to do this experiment.
track clamp bench
floor
Fig. 4.1
The following apparatus is available to the student:
• track with stand, boss and clamp
• selection of metal balls.
Other apparatus normally available in a school laboratory can also be used.
In your plan, you should:
• list any additional apparatus required
• explain briefly how you would do the investigation, including the measurements you would take
• state the key variables to be kept constant
• draw a suitable table, with column headings, to show how you would display your readings
(you are not required to enter any readings in the table)
• explain how you would use the results to reach a conclusion.
…… [7]
Mark scheme
4 MP1 (Metre) rule / tape measure 1
MP2 Release ball to roll down track, measure how far it travels. 1
MP3 Repeat for at least 2 more different angles of right-hand side of track 1
MP4 Clear identification of the correct distance to be measured (e.g. from table leg or other point identified on floor to 1
point of impact with track)
OR clear explanation of how to identify point of impact (e.g. using a sand tray)
MP5 Constant variable identified 1
Release height for ball
Or same ball every time / same weight / mass / size of ball
MP6 Table consistent with their method (if method correct with columns for distance travelled and angle of track, with 1
units)
MP7 Analysis based on their table 1
Graph of angle against distance travelled, or compare angle with distance travelled (or the equivalents for their
method)
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