Physics for IGCSE & O level - The Earth In Space (Section 9)

  • 1
    What is the correct way to make the meniscus on a thermometer?
    Risposta
    (C)
    View it at eye level
  • 2
    What kind of graphs must be drawn for the test?
    Risposta
    (B)
    Line of best fit
  • 3
    What does the text specifically describe as stretching out in the context of the expanding universe?
    Risposta
    (C)
    Space
  • 4
    What are the necessary safety steps?
    Risposta
    A
    B
    C
    D
  • 5
    What should be considered when working with glassware?
    Risposta
    (C)
    Using the proper support like the tripod.
  • 6
    What should you be cautious about when touching a mains appliance?
    Risposta
    (D)
    All of the above
  • 7
    Which one of the following is a form of a fraction?
    Risposta
    (D)
    All of the above
  • 8
    When recording measurements, what must you include?
    Risposta
    C
    D
  • 9
    What is the current in the secondary coil? Assume that the transformer is 100% efficient.
    Risposta
    (B)
    1.0 A
  • 10
    What is CMBR in the context of the Big Bang?
    Risposta
    (A)
    Cosmic Microwave Back Radiation
  • 11
    What did Rutherford's experiments demonstrate about atoms?
    Risposta
    (B)
    Atoms are mostly empty space
  • 12
    Two wires, X and Y, are made of the same material and are at the same temperature. Which statement explains that resistance is correct?
    Risposta
    (B)
    X has double the resistance of Y.
  • 13
    What is the definition of the 'period' of a pendulum?
    Risposta
    (B)
    The time for one complete swing.
  • 14
    What must you be careful with when dealing with electrical appliances?
    Risposta
    (D)
    All of the above.
  • 15
    Which of the following resources does NOT have the Sun as its main source of energy?
    Risposta
    (A)
    geothermal
  • 16
    What is the significance of a straight line graph?
    Risposta
    A
    B
    C
  • 17
    What is meant by the period of the pendulum?
    Risposta
    (B)
    The time it takes for one full swing
  • 18
    If a paper is wet and is not drying quickly, how can you dry it?
    Risposta
    (B)
    Use a hairdryer
  • 19
    What is the size of the force that the man exerts on the cupboard?
    Risposta
    (B)
    50 N
  • 20
    When drawing a graph, what should you do with your results?
    Risposta
    A
    B
    D
  • 21
    What is a constant variable?
    Risposta
    (A)
    A variable that doesn't change
  • 22
    Which statement best explains why copper is a better thermal conductor than glass?
    Risposta
    (D)
    In copper, there are free electrons that transfer the thermal energy.
  • 23
    Which variable should be placed on the X-axis?
    Risposta
    (C)
    The independent variable
  • 24
    What are key steps in planning and preparing for an experiment?
    Risposta
    (D)
    All of the above
  • 25
    How can you ensure the accuracy of a measurement?
    Risposta
    (B)
    Taking multiple readings
  • 26
    What safety measures should be in place when a gas flame is being used?
    Risposta
    B
    C
    D
  • 27
    How do you support a beaker when heating?
    Risposta
    (C)
    Use a tripod and gauze.
  • 28
    What unit is suitable for speed?
    Risposta
    (B)
    m/s
  • 29
    What is the term used for the time it takes for a pendulum to complete one full swing?
    Risposta
    (C)
    Period
  • 30
    How can we describe the overall movement of galaxies that are very far from us?
    Risposta
    (C)
    They are moving away from us.
  • 31
    Which of the following are components of a good scientific experiment?
    Risposta
    A
    B
    C
  • 32
    If you are studying the sun's image, what is safe?
    Risposta
    (C)
    Projecting its image onto a screen
  • 33
    Which of the following is an example of evidence supporting the Big Bang?
    Risposta
    (B)
    The observation of cosmic microwave background radiation
  • 34
    What is the relationship between redshift and the distance of a galaxy?
    Risposta
    (C)
    Redshift increases with distance.
  • 35
    What is the best way to improve the accuracy of an experiment?
    Risposta
    (D)
    All of the above.
  • 36
    Which item is often used as a safe support for glassware?
    Risposta
    (B)
    Tripod
  • 37
    Which statement about resistance is correct?
    Risposta
    (B)
    X has double the resistance of Y.
  • 38
    What do astronomers use to study the Big Bang theory?
    Risposta
    (B)
    Radio Telescopes
  • 39
    In a graph, what does the y-axis often represent?
    Risposta
    (A)
    The dependent variable.
  • 40
    When reading a scale, what is important?
    Risposta
    (B)
    To make sure the view is not obstructed
  • 41
    Before an experiment, what should be checked regarding the lab space?
    Risposta
    (B)
    If there are flammable substances near the heat sources.
  • 42
    What is the unit of distance used in the context of the expanding Universe?
    Risposta
    (C)
    Light year
  • 43
    Calculate the average speed of a drop of water?
    Risposta
    (C)
    1.2 m/s
  • 44
    What are the important aspects when reading the measurements?
    Risposta
    A
    B
    C
    D
  • 45
    Which of the following is a key feature of a good experimental method?
    Risposta
    (A)
    Taking multiple readings
  • 46
    What is the total amount of energy that is transferred as a result of the temperature difference called?
    Risposta
    (C)
    Thermal energy
  • 47
    Who is associated with the discovery of X-rays?
    Risposta
    (D)
    Wilhelm Röntgen
  • 48
    What is an important factor to consider when designing a parachute?
    Risposta
    (D)
    All the above
  • 49
    The student measures the time for the pendulum to swing from A to C. Describe how the student determines this time as accurately as possible.
    Risposta
    A
    B
    C
  • 50
    In a lab, what should you do when you are unsure about a procedure?
    Risposta
    (D)
    Ask the instructor.