CIE iGCSE Co-Ordinated Science P1.1 Physical quantities and measurement techniques Exam Style Questions Paper 2
Question
The weight of a man on the Earth is 600 N, where the gravitational field strength is 10 N/ kg.
The gravitational field strength on the Moon is 1.6 N/ kg.
What is the weight of the man on the Moon?
(A) 60 N
(B) 96 N
(C) 600 N
(D) 960 N
▶️Answer/Explanation
Ans: B
Question
The initial and final readings on a sensitive thermometer used in an experiment are shown
What is the temperature change for this experiment?
(A) 0.4 (B) 4.0 (C) 6.8 (D) 7.6
▶️Answer/Explanation
Ans : D
Question
Which piece of apparatus is used to measure the change in the volume of a liquid most accurately?
▶️Answer/Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: A burette is the most accurate apparatus for measuring changes in liquid volume because it has a fine scale and allows for precise control of liquid delivery.
Question
A student measures the diameter and the length of a long, thin wire. Which apparatus is used to give accurate measurements?
▶️Answer/Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: A micrometer screw gauge is used to measure the diameter of the wire accurately, while a metre rule is used to measure the length. The combination of both instruments ensures accurate measurements of both dimensions.