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SINGAPORE-CAMBRIDGE GCE O-LEVEL
PHYSICS OUTLINE
SYLLABUS 5059
UPDATED 20 JAN 2014
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Overview
Themes Chapters Count
I. Measurement 1 1
II. Newtonian Mechanics 2-7 6
III. Thermal Physics 8-11 4
IV. Waves 12-15 4
V. Electricity & Magnetism 16-22 7
1. Physical Quantities, Units and Measurement..............................................................................12
2. Kinematics....................................................................................................................................17
3. Dynamics.....................................................................................................................................20
4. Mass, Weight and Density...........................................................................................................23
5. Turning Effect of Forces...............................................................................................................25
6. Pressure.......................................................................................................................................27
7. Energy, Work and Power.............................................................................................................29
8. Kinetic Model of Matter................................................................................................................32
9. Transfer of Thermal Energy.........................................................................................................34
10. Temperature...............................................................................................................................36
11. Thermal Properties of Matter.....................................................................................................37
12. General Wave Properties...........................................................................................................41
13. Light...........................................................................................................................................44
14. Electromagnetic Spectrum.........................................................................................................49
15. Sound.........................................................................................................................................51
16. Static Electricity..........................................................................................................................54
17. Current of Electricity...................................................................................................................58
18. D.C. Circuits...............................................................................................................................63
19. Practical Electricity.....................................................................................................................65
20. Magnetism..................................................................................................................................69
21. Electromagnetism......................................................................................................................71
22. Electromagnetic Induction..........................................................................................................77
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Contents
1. Physical Quantities, Units and Measurement.........................................................................12
(a) show understanding that all physical quantities consist of a numerical magnitude and a unit12
(b) recall the following base quantities and their units: mass (kg), length (m), time (s), current (A), temperature (K), amount of substance (mol)................................................................................12
(c) use the following prefixes and their symbols to indicate decimal sub-multiples and multiples of the SI units: nano (n), micro (μ), milli (m), centi (c), deci (d), kilo (k), mega (M), giga (G)...........12
(d) show an understanding of the orders of magnitude of the sizes of common objects ranging from a typical atom to the Earth....................................................................................................12
(e) state what is meant by scalar and vector quantities and give common examples of each.....13
(f) add two vectors to determine a resultant by a graphical method.............................................13
(g) describe how to measure a variety of lengths with appropriate accuracy by means of tapes, rules, micrometers and calipers, using a vernier scale as necessary..........................................14
(h) describe how to measure a short interval of time including the period of a simple pendulum with appropriate accuracy using stopwatches or appropriate instruments...................................15
2. Kinematics..................................................................................................................................17
(a) state what is meant by speed and velocity..............................................................................17
(b) calculate average speed using distance travelled / time taken...............................................17
(c) state what is meant by uniform acceleration and calculate the value of an acceleration using change in velocity / time taken.....................................................................................................17
(d) interpret given examples of non-uniform acceleration............................................................18
(e) plot and interpret a displacement-time graph and a velocity-time graph................................18
(f) deduce from the shape of a displacement-time graph when a body is: (i) at rest (ii) moving with uniform velocity (iii) moving with non-uniform velocity..........................................................18
(g) deduce from the shape of a velocity-time graph when a body is: (i) at rest (ii) moving with uniform velocity (iii) moving with uniform acceleration (iv) moving with non-uniform acceleration......................................................................................................................................................18
(h) calculate the area under a velocity-time graph to determine the displacement travelled for motion with uniform velocity or uniform acceleration....................................................................19
(i) state that the acceleration of free fall for a body near to the Earth is constant and is approximately 10 m/s2..................................................................................................................19
(j) describe the motion of bodies with constant weight falling with or without air resistance, including reference to terminal velocity........................................................................................19
3. Dynamics....................................................................................................................................20
(a) apply Newton's Laws to: (i) describe the effect of balanced and unbalanced forces on a body (ii) describe the ways in which a force may change the motion of a body (iii) identify action-reaction pairs acting on two interacting bodies (stating of Newton's Laws is not required)..........20
(b) identify forces acting on an object and draw free body diagram(s) representing the forces acting on the object (for cases involving forces acting in at most 2 dimensions).........................21
(c) solve problems for a static point mass under the action of 3 forces for 2-dimensional cases (a graphical method would suffice)...................................................................................................21
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(d) recall and apply the relationship resultant force = mass × acceleration to new situations or to solve related problems.................................................................................................................22
(e) explain the effects of friction on the motion of a body.............................................................22
4. Mass, Weight and Density.........................................................................................................23
(a) state that mass is a measure of the amount of substance in a body (b) state that mass of a body resists a change in the state of rest or motion of the body (inertia).....................................23
(c) state that a gravitational field is a region in which a mass experiences a force due to gravitational attraction..................................................................................................................23
(d) define gravitational field strength, g, as gravitational force per unit mass..............................23
(e) recall and apply the relationship weight = mass × gravitational field strength to new situations or to solve related problems.........................................................................................................23
(f) distinguish between mass and weight......................................................................................24
(g) recall and apply the relationship density = mass / volume to new situations or to solve related problems.......................................................................................................................................24
5. Turning Effect of Forces............................................................................................................25
(a) describe the moment of a force in terms of its turning effect and relate this to everyday examples (b) recall and apply the relationship moment of a force (or torque) = force × perpendicular distance from the pivot to new situations or to solve related problems.................25
(c) state the principle of moments for a body in equilibrium (d) apply the principle of moments to new situations or to solve related problems.................................................................................25
(e) show understanding that the weight of a body may be taken as acting at a single point known as its centre of gravity...................................................................................................................25
(f) describe qualitatively the effect of the position of the centre of gravity on the stability of objects......................................................................................................................................................26
6. Pressure......................................................................................................................................27
(a) define the term pressure in terms of force and area (b) recall and apply the relationship pressure = force / area to new situations or to solve related problems........................................27
(c) describe and explain the transmission of pressure in hydraulic systems with particular reference to the hydraulic press...................................................................................................27
(d) recall and apply the relationship pressure due to a liquid column = height of column × density of the liquid × gravitational field strength to new situations or to solve related problems.............28
(e) describe how the height of a liquid column may be used to measure the atmospheric pressure........................................................................................................................................28
(f) describe the use of a manometer in the measurement of pressure difference........................28
7. Energy, Work and Power...........................................................................................................29
(a) show understanding that kinetic energy, potential energy (chemical, gravitational, elastic), light energy, thermal energy, electrical energy and nuclear energy are examples of different forms of energy.............................................................................................................................29
(b) state the principle of the conservation of energy and apply the principle to new situations or to solve related problems.................................................................................................................29
(c) calculate the efficiency of an energy conversion using the formula efficiency = energy converted to useful output / total energy input..............................................................................29
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(d) state that kinetic energy Ek = ½ mv2 and gravitational potential energy Ep = mgh (for potential energy changes near the Earth’s surface) (e) apply the relationships for kinetic energy and potential energy to new situations or to solve related problems...................................................30
(f) recall and apply the relationship work done = force × distance moved in the direction of the force to new situations or to solve related problems....................................................................30
(g) recall and apply the relationship power = work done / time taken to new situations or to solve related problems...........................................................................................................................30
8. Kinetic Model of Matter..............................................................................................................32
(a) compare the properties of solids, liquids and gases...............................................................32
(b) describe qualitatively the molecular structure of solids, liquids and gases, relating their properties to the forces and distances between molecules and to the motion of the molecules..32
(c) infer from Brownian motion experiment the evidence for the movement of molecules...........32
(d) describe the relationship between the motion of molecules and temperature........................33
(e) explain the pressure of a gas in terms of the motion of its molecules....................................33
(f) recall and explain the following relationships using the kinetic model (stating of the corresponding gas laws is not required): (i) a change in pressure of a fixed mass of gas at constant volume is caused by a change in temperature of the gas (ii) a change in volume occupied by a fixed mass of gas at constant pressure is caused by a change in temperature of the gas (iii) a change in pressure of a fixed mass of gas at constant temperature is caused by a change in volume of the gas.........................................................................................................33
(g) use the relationships in (f) in related situations and to solve problems (a qualitative treatment would suffice)................................................................................................................................33
9. Transfer of Thermal Energy......................................................................................................34
(a) show understanding that thermal energy is transferred from a region of higher temperature to a region of lower temperature.......................................................................................................34
(b) describe, in molecular terms, how energy transfer occurs in solids........................................34
(c) describe, in terms of density changes, convection in fluids....................................................34
(d) explain that energy transfer of a body by radiation does not require a material medium and the rate of energy transfer is affected by: (i) colour and texture of the surface (ii) surface temperature (iii) surface area.......................................................................................................34
(e) apply the concept of thermal energy transfer to everyday applications..................................35
10. Temperature.............................................................................................................................36
(a) explain how a physical property which varies with temperature, such as volume of liquid column, resistance of metal wire and electromotive force (e.m.f.) produced by junctions formed with wires of two different metals, may be used to define temperature scales............................36
(b) describe the process of calibration of a liquid-in-glass thermometer, including the need for fixed points such as the ice point and steam point.......................................................................36
11. Thermal Properties of Matter..................................................................................................37
(a) describe a rise in temperature of a body in terms of an increase in its internal energy (random thermal energy)............................................................................................................................37
(b) define the terms heat capacity and specific heat capacity......................................................37
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(c) recall and apply the relationship thermal energy = mass × specific heat capacity × change in temperature to new situations or to solve related problems.........................................................37
(d) describe melting/solidification and boiling/condensation as processes of energy transfer without a change in temperature..................................................................................................38
(e) explain the difference between boiling and evaporation.........................................................38
(f) define the terms latent heat and specific latent heat................................................................38
(g) recall and apply the relationship thermal energy = mass × specific latent heat to new situations or to solve related problems.........................................................................................38
(h) explain latent heat in terms of molecular behaviour................................................................39
(i) sketch and interpret a cooling curve.........................................................................................39
12. General Wave Properties.........................................................................................................41
(a) describe what is meant by wave motion as illustrated by vibrations in ropes and springs and by waves in a ripple tank..............................................................................................................41
(b) show understanding that waves transfer energy without transferring matter..........................42
(c) define speed, frequency, wavelength, period and amplitude..................................................42
(d) state what is meant by the term wavefront..............................................................................43
(e) recall and apply the relationship velocity = frequency × wavelength to new situations or to solve related problems.................................................................................................................43
(f) compare transverse and longitudinal waves and give suitable examples of each...................43
13. Light..........................................................................................................................................44
(a) recall and use the terms for reflection, including normal, angle of incidence and angle of reflection.......................................................................................................................................44
(b) state that, for reflection, the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection and use this principle in constructions, measurements and calculations..........................................................44
(c) recall and use the terms for refraction, including normal, angle of incidence and angle of refraction.......................................................................................................................................45
(d) recall and apply the relationship sin i / sin r = constant to new situations or to solve related problems (e) define refractive index of a medium in terms of the ratio of speed of light in vacuum and in the medium........................................................................................................................45
(f) explain the terms critical angle and total internal reflection.....................................................46
(g) identify the main ideas in total internal reflection and apply them to the use of optical fibres in telecommunication and state the advantages of their use...........................................................46
(h) describe the action of a thin lens (both converging and diverging) on a beam of light...........47
(i) define the term focal length for a converging lens....................................................................47
(j) draw ray diagrams to illustrate the formation of real and virtual images of an object by a thin converging lens............................................................................................................................48
14. Electromagnetic Spectrum......................................................................................................49
(a) state that all electromagnetic waves are transverse waves that travel with the same speed in vacuum and state the magnitude of this speed............................................................................49
(b) describe the main components of the electromagnetic spectrum (c) state examples of the use of the following components: (i) radiowaves (e.g. radio and television communication) (ii)
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microwaves (e.g. microwave oven and satellite television) (iii) infra-red (e.g. infra-red remote controllers and intruder alarms) (iv) light (e.g. optical fibres for medical uses and telecommunications) (v) ultra-violet (e.g. sunbeds and sterilisation) (vi) X-rays (e.g. radiological and engineering applications) (vii) gamma rays (e.g. medical treatment)....................................50
(d) describe the effects of absorbing electromagnetic waves, e.g. heating, ionisation and damage to living cells and tissue................................................................................................................50
15. Sound........................................................................................................................................51
(a) describe the production of sound by vibrating sources (b) describe the longitudinal nature of sound waves in terms of the processes of compression and rarefaction.....................................51
(c) explain that a medium is required in order to transmit sound waves and the speed of sound differs in air, liquids and solids......................................................................................................51
(d) describe a direct method for the determination of the speed of sound in air and make the necessary calculation...................................................................................................................51
(e) relate loudness of a sound wave to its amplitude and pitch to its frequency..........................52
(f) describe how the reflection of sound may produce an echo, and how this may be used for measuring distances.....................................................................................................................52
(g) define ultrasound and describe one use of ultrasound, e.g. quality control and pre-natal scanning.......................................................................................................................................52
16. Static Electricity.......................................................................................................................54
(a) state that there are positive and negative charges and that charge is measured in coulombs......................................................................................................................................................54
(b) state that unlike charges attract and like charges repel..........................................................54
(c) describe an electric field as a region in which an electric charge experiences a force (d) draw the electric field of an isolated point charge and recall that the direction of the field lines gives the direction of the force acting on a positive test charge..................................................................54
(e) draw the electric field pattern between two isolated point charges.........................................55
(f) show understanding that electrostatic charging by rubbing involves a transfer of electrons. . .55
(g) describe experiments to show electrostatic charging by induction.........................................56
(h) describe examples where electrostatic charging may be a potential hazard..........................56
(i) describe the use of electrostatic charging in a photocopier, and apply the use of electrostatic charging to new situations............................................................................................................57
17. Current of Electricity................................................................................................................58
(a) state that current is a rate of flow of charge and that it is measured in amperes....................58
(b) distinguish between conventional current and electron flow...................................................58
(c) recall and apply the relationship charge = current × time to new situations or to solve related problems.......................................................................................................................................58
(d) define electromotive force (e.m.f.) as the work done by a source in driving unit charge around a complete circuit..........................................................................................................................59
(e) calculate the total e.m.f. where several sources are arranged in series.................................59
(f) state that the e.m.f. of a source and the potential difference (p.d.) across a circuit component is measured in volts (g) define the p.d. across a component in a circuit as the work done to drive unit charge through the component..............................................................................................59
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(h) state the definition that resistance = p.d. / current (i) apply the relationship R = V/I to new situations or to solve related problems.........................................................................................59
(j) describe an experiment to determine the resistance of a metallic conductor using a voltmeter and an ammeter, and make the necessary calculations..............................................................60
(k) recall and apply the formulae for the effective resistance of a number of resistors in series and in parallel to new situations or to solve related problems......................................................60
(l) recall and apply the relationship of the proportionality between resistance and the length and cross-sectional area of a wire to new situations or to solve related problems.............................61
(m) state Ohm’s Law....................................................................................................................61
(n) describe the effect of temperature increase on the resistance of a metallic conductor..........61
(o) sketch and interpret the I/V characteristic graphs for a metallic conductor at constant temperature, for a filament lamp and for a semiconductor diode.................................................62
18. D.C. Circuits..............................................................................................................................63
(a) draw circuit diagrams with power sources (cell, battery, d.c. supply or a.c. supply), switches, lamps, resistors (fixed and variable), variable potential divider (potentiometer), fuses, ammeters and voltmeters, bells, light-dependent resistors, thermistors and light-emitting diodes...............63
(b) state that the current at every point in a series circuit is the same and apply the principle to new situations or to solve related problems (c) state that the sum of the potential differences in a series circuit is equal to the potential difference across the whole circuit and apply the principle to new situations or to solve related problems (d) state that the current from the source is the sum of the currents in the separate branches of a parallel circuit and apply the principle to new situations or to solve related problems (e) state that the potential difference across the separate branches of a parallel circuit is the same and apply the principle to new situations or to solve related problems...........................................................................................................................64
(f) recall and apply the relevant relationships, including R = V/I and those for current, potential differences and resistors in series and in parallel circuits, in calculations involving a whole circuit......................................................................................................................................................64
(g) describe the action of a variable potential divider (potentiometer)..........................................64
(h) describe the action of thermistors and light-dependent resistors and explain their use as input transducers in potential dividers (i) solve simple circuit problems involving thermistors and light-dependent resistors......................................................................................................................64
19. Practical Electricity..................................................................................................................65
(a) describe the use of the heating effect of electricity in appliances such as electric kettles, ovens and heaters........................................................................................................................65
(b) recall and apply the relationships P = VI and E = VIt to new situations or to solve related problems.......................................................................................................................................65
(c) calculate the cost of using electrical appliances where the energy unit is the kW h...............65
(d) compare the use of non-renewable and renewable energy sources such as fossil fuels, nuclear energy, solar energy, wind energy and hydroelectric generation to generate electricity in terms of energy conversion efficiency, cost per kW h produced and environmental impact........66
(e) state the hazards of using electricity in the following situations: (i) damaged insulation (ii) overheating of cables (iii) damp conditions..................................................................................67
(f) explain the use of fuses and circuit breakers in electrical circuits and of fuse ratings.............67
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(g) explain the need for earthing metal cases and for double insulation......................................67
(h) state the meaning of the terms live, neutral and earth............................................................67
(i) describe the wiring in a mains plug..........................................................................................68
(j) explain why switches, fuses, and circuit breakers are wired into the live conductor................68
20. Magnetism................................................................................................................................69
(a) state the properties of magnets...............................................................................................69
(b) describe induced magnetism..................................................................................................69
(c) describe electrical methods of magnetisation and demagnetisation.......................................69
(d) draw the magnetic field pattern around a bar magnet and between the poles of two bar magnets (e) describe the plotting of magnetic field lines with a compass....................................70
(f) distinguish between the properties and uses of temporary magnets (e.g. iron) and permanent magnets (e.g. steel)......................................................................................................................70
21. Electromagnetism....................................................................................................................71
(a) draw the pattern of the magnetic field due to currents in straight wires and in solenoids and state the effect on the magnetic field of changing the magnitude and/or direction of the current 71
(b) describe the application of the magnetic effect of a current in a circuit breaker.....................72
(c) describe experiments to show the force on a current-carrying conductor, and on a beam of charged particles, in a magnetic field, including the effect of reversing (i) the current (ii) the direction of the field......................................................................................................................73
(d) deduce the relative directions of force, field and current when any two of these quantities are at right angles to each other using Fleming’s left-hand rule.........................................................74
(e) describe the field patterns between currents in parallel conductors and relate these to the forces which exist between the conductors (excluding the Earth’s field).....................................74
(f) explain how a current-carrying coil in a magnetic field experiences a turning effect and that the effect is increased by increasing (i) the number of turns on the coil (ii) the current...............75
(g) discuss how this turning effect is used in the action of an electric motor................................75
(h) describe the action of a split-ring commutator in a two-pole, single-coil motor and the effect of winding the coil on to a soft-iron cylinder......................................................................................76
22. Electromagnetic Induction......................................................................................................77
(a) deduce from Faraday’s experiments on electromagnetic induction or other appropriate experiments: (i) that a changing magnetic field can induce an e.m.f. in a circuit (ii) that the direction of the induced e.m.f. opposes the change producing it.................................................77
(iii) the factors affecting the magnitude of the induced e.m.f........................................................78
(b) describe a simple form of a.c. generator (rotating coil or rotating magnet) and the use of slip rings (where needed) (c) sketch a graph of voltage output against time for a simple a.c. generator......................................................................................................................................79
(d) describe the use of a cathode-ray oscilloscope (c.r.o.) to display waveforms and to measure potential differences and short intervals of time (detailed circuits, structure and operation of the c.r.o. are not required)..................................................................................................................80
(e) interpret c.r.o. displays of waveforms, potential differences and time intervals to solve related problems.......................................................................................................................................81
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(f) describe the structure and principle of operation of a simple iron-cored transformer as used for voltage transformations...........................................................................................................82
(g) recall and apply the equations VP / VS = NP / NS and VPIP = VSIS to new situations or to solve related problems (for an ideal transformer)..................................................................................82
(h) describe the energy loss in cables and deduce the advantages of high voltage transmission......................................................................................................................................................82
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SECTION I: MEASUREMENTOverview
In order to gain a better understanding of the physical world, scientists use a process of investigation that follows a general cycle of observation, hypothesis, deduction, test and revision, sometimes referred to as the scientific method. Galileo Galilei, one of the earliest architects of this method, believed that the study of science had a strong logical basis that involved precise definitions of terms and physical quantities, and a mathematical structure to express relationships between these physical quantities.
In this section, we study a set of base physical quantities and units that can be used to derive all other physical quantities. These precisely defined quantities and units, with accompanying order-of-ten prefixes (e.g. milli, centi and kilo) can then be used to describe the interactions between objects in systems that range from celestial objects in space to sub-atomic particles.
Extracted from PHYSICS GCE ORDINARY LEVEL (2014) Syllabus Document
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1. Physical Quantities, Units and Measurement
Content
Physical quantities SI units Prefixes Scalars and vectors Measurement of length and time
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) show understanding that all physical quantities consist of a numerical magnitude and a unit
Term Definition Constituents
Physical quantity Quantity that can be measured[no need to remember this definition]
A numerical magnitude A unit
(b) recall the following base quantities and their units: mass (kg), length (m), time (s), current (A), temperature (K), amount of substance (mol)
Term Base quantity (Derived quantities, e.g. area, are derived from base quantities, e.g. length)
Type Mass Length Time Current Temperature Amount of substance
SI unit kilograms metres seconds amperes Kelvin mole
Unit symbol kg m s A K mol
(c) use the following prefixes and their symbols to indicate decimal sub-multiples and multiples of the SI units: nano (n), micro (μ), milli (m), centi (c), deci (d), kilo (k), mega (M), giga (G)
Magnitude
+ve sign prefix (symbol) −ve sign prefix (symbol) Examples (where 1 ≤ y < 10)
×10±1 deca- (da) deci- (d) y kg = y ×103 g y cm = y ×10−2 m y cm2 = y ×10−4 m2
y cm3 = y ×10−6 m3
y m = y ×102 cm y m2 = y ×104 cm2
y m3 = y ×106 cm3
×10±2 hexa- (h) centi- (c)
×10±3 kilo- (k) milli- (m)
×10±6 mega- (M) micro- (µ)
×10±9 giga- (G) nano- (n)
(d) show an understanding of the orders of magnitude of the sizes of common objects ranging from a typical atom to the Earth
Object H atom Chopsticks length Football field length Mount Everest’s height Earth’s radius
Magnitude 110−15 m 210−1 m 1102 m 8.848103 m 6.378106 m
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Note: There is no need to remember these magnitudes, an appreciation will do
(e) state what is meant by scalar and vector quantities and give common examples of each
Term Definition
Scalar quantity Physical quantities that have magnitude only
Vector quantity Physical quantities that possess both magnitude and direction
Examples
Scalar Vector
Distance Displacement
Speed Velocity
Energy Force
Mass Weight
(f) add two vectors to determine a resultant by a graphical method
Determination of resultant force
Case
Case 1:Parallel vectors
Case 2: Non-parallel vectors
Case 2a: Same origin Case 2b: Tip-to-tail
Steps
Step 1: Calculate resultant force
Step 1: Write down the scale using 1 cm : ? N (scale must allow diagram drawn to be more than half of the space given in question)
Step 2: Draw the 2 forces with single arrows according to the scale
Step 3: Finish the parallelogram with dotted lines using set square
Step 4: Draw resultant force from the origin with a double arrow
Step 5: Measure length of resultant force
Step 6: Calculate resultant force
Step 1: Write down the scale using 1 cm : ? N (scale must allow diagram drawn to be more than half of the space given in question)
Step 2: Draw the 2 forces with single arrows according to the scale
Step 3: Draw resultant force from the start to end of the 2 forces with a double arrow
Step 4: Measure length of resultant force
Step 5: Calculate resultant force
Example 3N 5N
Resultant force= 5N − 3N= 2N in the forward direction
Scale: 1 cm : 0.5 N
Resultant force= 3.5 ÷ 0.5
Scale: 1 cm : 0.5 N
Resultant force= 3.5 ÷ 0.5
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5 N
3 N
7 N40o
18o
20o
5 N
3 N
4.4 N40o
20o76o
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= 7 N, acting 18o to the horizontal = 7 N, acting 76o to the horizontal
(g) describe how to measure a variety of lengths with appropriate accuracy by means of tapes, rules, micrometers and calipers, using a vernier scale as necessary
# Instrument
Precision Purpose Method of measurement Possible
error
1 Tape 10−1 cm To measure widths (e.g. long distances)
Position eye directly above the markings on the tape when making measurement to avoid parallax error
Parallax error
2 Metre rule 10−1 cm To measure depths (e.g. of ponds)
Measure from a randomly chosen point instead of the ends to avoid zero error (from wear and tear)
Substract the reading at the start of the object from the reading at the end of the object
Parallax error
3 Caliper 10−1 cm To measure circular objects
To measure cylinders
Circular objects Use jaws of the external calipers to grip the
widest part of the circular object Distance between jaws is measured with a
metre ruleCylinders Invert the jaws to use the internal calipers Use jaws of the internal calipers to measure
the inner diameter of the cylinder Distance between jaws is measured with a
metre rule
Parallax error
4 Vernier caliper
10−2 cm To measure the internal and external diameters of an object
Consists of a main scale and a sliding vernier scale
Grip the object using the correct pair of jaws Read the main scale directly opposite the
zero mark on the vernier scale (e.g. 2.4 cm) Read the vernier mark that coincides with a
marking on the main scale (e.g. +0.03 cm) Close the vernier caliper to check for zero
error to be corrected (e.g. +0.02 cm) Calculate the final reading by adding the
vernier reading and substracting the zero error [e.g. 2.4 + (+0.03) − (+0.02) = 2.41 cm]
Zero error
5 Micrometer screw gauge
10−3 cm To measure the external diameter of small precision (e.g. wires, ball bearings)
Turn the thimble such that the object is gripped gently
Turn the ratchet until it starts to click Read the main scale reading at the edge of
the thimble (e.g. 6.5 mm) Read the thimble scale reading (reading 35
indicates 0.35 mm) Close the micrometer screw guage to check
for zero error to be corrected (e.g. +0.02 mm)
Calculate the final reading by adding the vernier reading and substracting the zero error [e.g. 6.5 + (+0.35) − (+0.02) = 6.65 cm]
Zero error
Note: This is mainly important for practical sessions
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(h) describe how to measure a short interval of time including the period of a simple pendulum with appropriate accuracy using stopwatches or appropriate instruments
Term Meaning as for a pendulum
Oscillation
Each complete to-and-fro motion of the pendulum bob
Period Time taken for one complete oscillation
Instrument Precision Method of measurement of pendulum period
Factors affecting period of the pendulum
Possible error
Stopwatch 10−2 s Measure the time taken for the pendulum to make 20 oscillations
Find the period accurately by dividing the total time by 20
Length of string affects the period
Mass of bob does not affect the period
Human reaction time (about 0.3 to 0.5 s)
Note: This is mainly important for practical sessions
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SECTION II: NEWTONIAN MECHANICSOverview
Mechanics is the branch of physics that deals with the study of motion and its causes. Through a careful process of observation and experimentation, Galileo Galilei used experiments to overturn Aristotle’s ideas of the motion of objects, for example the flawed idea that heavy objects fall faster than lighter ones, which dominated physics for about 2,000 years.
The greatest contribution to the development of mechanics is by one of the greatest physicists of all time, Isaac Newton. By extending Galileo’s methods and understanding of motion and gravitation, Newton developed the three laws of motion and his law of universal gravitation, and successfully applied them to both terrestrial and celestial systems to predict and explain phenomena. He showed that nature is governed by a few special rules or laws that can be expressed in mathematical formulae. Newton’s combination of logical experimentation and mathematical analysis shaped the way science has been done ever since.
In this section, we begin by examining kinematics, which is a study of motion without regard for the cause. After which, we study the conditions required for an object to be accelerated and introduce the concept of forces through Newton’s Laws. Subsequently, concepts of moments and pressure are introduced as consequences of a force. Finally, this section rounds up by leading the discussion from force to work and energy, and the use of the principle of conservation of energy to explain interactions between bodies.
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2. Kinematics
Content
Speed, velocity and acceleration Graphical analysis of motion Free-fall Effect of air resistance
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) state what is meant by speed and velocity
Term Definition
Average speed Total distance travelled per unit time
Velocity Change in displacement per unit time
(b) calculate average speed using distance travelled / time taken
Term Formula
Average speed
(c) state what is meant by uniform acceleration and calculate the value of an acceleration using change in velocity / time taken
Commonlegend
Key t a u v s
Term Time taken Acceleration Initial velocity Final velocity Displacement
Term Definition Formulae
Acceleration Change in velocity per unit time
Uniform acceleration Constant change in velocity per unit time N.A.
Related formulae to find acceleration
Given Formula to use
Time taken & Final velocity
Time taken & Displacement
Final velocity & Displacement
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(d) interpret given examples of non-uniform acceleration
Non-uniform accelerationUniform acceleration
Increasing acceleration Decreasing acceleration
Pushing on the pedal Releasing force on the pedal No change in force exerted on the pedal(e.g. pushing the pedal all the way)
(e) plot and interpret a displacement-time graph and a velocity-time graph
Differences Displacement-time graph Velocity-time graph
Label of y-axis Displacement / m Velocity / m s-1
Label of x-axis Time / s Time / s
Area below graph N.A. Total displacement / m
Gradient of graph Velocity / m s-1 Acceleration / m s-2
(f) deduce from the shape of a displacement-time graph when a body is: (i) at rest (ii) moving with uniform velocity (iii) moving with non-uniform velocity
Displacement-time graph
Scenarios Displacement Gradient
At rest Zero displacement N.A.
Moving with uniform velocity Increasing displacement Constant gradient
Moving with non-uniform velocity Varying displacement Varying gradient
(g) deduce from the shape of a velocity-time graph when a body is: (i) at rest (ii) moving with uniform velocity (iii) moving with uniform acceleration (iv) moving with non-uniform acceleration
Velocity-time graph
Scenarios Velocity Gradient
At rest Zero velocity N.A.
Moving with uniform velocity Constant velocity Zero gradient
Moving with uniform acceleration Increasing velocity Constant gradient
Moving with non-uniform acceleration Varying velocity Varying gradient
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(h) calculate the area under a velocity-time graph to determine the displacement travelled for motion with uniform velocity or uniform acceleration
Term Formulae
Displacement
Term Formulae in symbols
Displacement
Average velocity
(i) state that the acceleration of free fall for a body near to the Earth is constant and is approximately 10 m/s2
Relationship between force and acceleration
When a force is exerted on an object, the object will experience constant acceleration in the direction of the force if there is no other force acting against it (i.e. constant resultant force)
Any free falling object near to the Earth will experience constant acceleration of approximately 10 m/s 2 due to gravity as there is no air resistance acting against it
Acceleration will only decrease when the object enters Earth as it will then experience air resistance
(j) describe the motion of bodies with constant weight falling with or without air resistance, including reference to terminal velocity
Differences With air resistance Without air resistance
Description of motion of bodies with constant weight
As an object falls in air, it increases its speed with an initial acceleration of 10ms-2
Air resistance opposing weight increases as speed increases,
causing resultant force and hence acceleration to decrease
When air resistance is equal to the weight of the body, the forces balance out to zero resultant force causing
zero acceleration and the object travels at constant terminal velocity
As an object falls in a vacuum,
it increases its speed with an uniform acceleration of 10ms-2
This is because there is no air resistance present,
thus resultant force is constant
Graph of velocity against time
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3. Dynamics
Content
Balanced and unbalanced forces Free-body diagram Friction
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) apply Newton's Laws to: (i) describe the effect of balanced and unbalanced forces on a body (ii) describe the ways in which a force may change the motion of a body (iii) identify action-reaction pairs acting on two interacting bodies (stating of Newton's Laws is not required)
Scenarios Description Possible effects Condition
Balanced forces on a body
Resultant force is equal to 0 N
Object at rest Object initially at rest
Object travels at constant speed in a straight line
Object initally in motion
Unbalanced forces on a body
Resultant force is more than 0 N
Object accelerates Object is initially at rest or Force in same direction as object’s motion
Object decelerates Force in opposite direction to object’s motion
Object changes direction Force acts at an angle to object’s motion
Illustrations of unbalanced forces
Object accelerates Object decelerates Object changes direction
Term Meaning Example Relationship
Action force
The force a body (body 1) exerts on another body (body 2)
Feet of a swimmer pushing against the swimming pool wall
Forces always occur in pairs, each made up of a action force and a reaction force
Action and reaction forces are equal in magnitude,
act in opposite directions and on 2 different bodies
Reaction force
The subsequent force body 2 exerts on body 1 in reaction to the action force
Force that propels in swimmer forward in reaction
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(b) identify forces acting on an object and draw free body diagram(s) representing the forces acting on the object (for cases involving forces acting in at most 2 dimensions)
Legend
Key Term Explanation
T Thrust N.A.
W Weight of object Due to gravity
F Force N.A.+F Contact force Reaction force due to weight of object*f Friction Between object and ground
R Air resistance Friction between object and air molecules
Air resistance applicable Object thrust upwards Object released high up
Without air resistance
With air resistance
Air resistance not applicable
Object on the ground Object pushed on the ground
(c) solve problems for a static point mass under the action of 3 forces for 2-dimensional cases (a graphical method would suffice)
References
Refer to Learning Outcome 1(f) on Page 13
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(d) recall and apply the relationship resultant force = mass × acceleration to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Formula SI units Interpretation
Resultant
force
F m a A resultant force of 2 N exerted on
a body of mass 0.5 kg causes the
body to accelerate at 4 m s-2Nk
g
m s-
2
(e) explain the effects of friction on the motion of a body
Scenario Possible motions Explanation
Box rests on a flat horizontal floor
Box remains at rest There is no frictional force acting on the box Contact force of the ground is equal to the weight of the
box due to gravity
Box slides along a rough table
Decelerates and eventually stops
Frictional force opposes the force of the motion Kinetic energy is converted to heat energy
Box rests on a slope Box remains at rest Downward force of attraction acting on the box due to gravity is equal to the upward frictional force
Resultant force is zero
Box accelerates down the slope
Downward force of attraction acting on the box due to gravity is more than the upward frictional force
Resultant force is more than zero
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4. Mass, Weight and Density
Content
Mass and weight Gravitational field and field strength Density
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) state that mass is a measure of the amount of substance in a body (b) state that mass of a body resists a change in the state of rest or motion of the body (inertia)
Term Definition
Mass Measure of the amount of substance in a body which resists a change in the state of rest or motion of the body
Inertia
The resistance of a body with mass to start moving if it is stationary or stop moving if it is in motion in its first instance
(c) state that a gravitational field is a region in which a mass experiences a force due to gravitational attraction
Term Definition
Gravitational field A region in which a mass experiences a force due to gravitational attraction
(d) define gravitational field strength, g, as gravitational force per unit mass
Term Definition
Gravitational field strength Gravitational force acting per unit mass on an object The gravitational field strength on Earth is about 10 N kg -1
(e) recall and apply the relationship weight = mass × gravitational field strength to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Definition Formula SI units Interpretation
Weight
The force of attraction on an object due to gravity
g on Earth is about 10 N kg-1
W m g A 2 kg mass has a weight of 20 N due to Earth’s gravitational pull of 10 N kg -1 k
g N N kg-1
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(f) distinguish between mass and weight
Differences Mass Weight
Meaning Amount of matter in a body Due to pull of gravity on a body
Scalar or vector Scalar; has only magnitude Vector; has both magnitude and direction
Unit Measured in kg (kilograms) Measures in N (newtons)
Variations Constant regardless of gravitational field strength
Varies according to gravitational field strength
(g) recall and apply the relationship density = mass / volume to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Definition Formula SI units Interpretation
Density
Mass per unit volume
m V An object with mass of 4 kg and volume of 2 m 3 has a density of 2 kg m -3
kg m-3 kg m3
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5. Turning Effect of Forces
Content
Moments Centre of gravity Stability
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) describe the moment of a force in terms of its turning effect and relate this to everyday examples (b) recall and apply the relationship moment of a force (or torque) = force × perpendicular distance from the pivot to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Definition
Turning effect The turning of an object about a pivot The greater the moment, the greater the object turns about the pivot
Term Definition Formula SI units Interpretation
Moment of a force
The product of the force and the perpendicular distance between the line of action of the force and a pivot, and resulting in a turning effect
Moment F pd A force of 2 N acting with a perpendicular distance of2 m produces a moment of 4 Nm
Nm N m
(c) state the principle of moments for a body in equilibrium (d) apply the principle of moments to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Definition Formula
Principle of moments
When an object is in equilibrium, the sum of clockwise moments about a pivot is equal to sum of anticlockwise moments about the same pivot
(e) show understanding that the weight of a body may be taken as acting at a single point known as its centre of gravity
Term Definition Alternative definition
Centre of gravity of an object
Point of application of the resultant force on an object exerted by gravity for any orientation of the object
Point through which the whole weight of an object appears to act for any orientation of the object
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(f) describe qualitatively the effect of the position of the centre of gravity on the stability of objects
Scenario Effect on stability Measure to increase stability
Higher centre of gravity Lower stability of the object Toppling will occur at
smaller angles of tilt
Decrease the centre of gravity by adding more mass below the current centre of gravity to the object
Object is tilted such that centre of gravity is still vertically above the base of object
Object will not topple Increase the size of base
Object is tilted such that centre of gravity is no longer vertically above the base of object
Object will topple
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6. Pressure
Content
Pressure Pressure differences Pressure measurement
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) define the term pressure in terms of force and area (b) recall and apply the relationship pressure = force / area to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Definition Formula SI units Interpretation
Pressure Average force per unit area
p F A A force of 4 N acting on an area of 2 m 2 results in a pressure of 2 Pa
Pa or N m-2 N m2
(c) describe and explain the transmission of pressure in hydraulic systems with particular reference to the hydraulic press
Transmission of pressure in hydraulic systems
Description
Oil is the incompressible, high density liquid used in the transmission of pressure Effort piston has a smaller cross sectional area than that of the piston below the load Since liquid pressure at both pistons are equal when they are at the same level, A small force exerted on the effort piston will create a much bigger force on the load piston in comparison
Diagram Calculations
Since water level at X is the same as the water level at Y,
Since
If the load is at Y and FY
represents the weight of the load, use of the hydraulic press will require a smaller force of FX instead of FY to lift the load upwards
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(d) recall and apply the relationship pressure due to a liquid column = height of column × density of the liquid × gravitational field strength to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Formula SI units
Pressuredue toliquidcolumn
p h g
N m-
2m
kg m-
3
N kg-
1
Example of diagram of manometer Calculations
Water level at A is the same as the water level at B
(e) describe how the height of a liquid column may be used to measure the atmospheric pressure
Diagram of barometer Description of measurement of atmospheric pressure
Set up a barometer using high density mercury of 13.6 kg m-3
(f) describe the use of a manometer in the measurement of pressure difference
Redirect instructions
Refer to Learning Outcome 6(f) above
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7. Energy, Work and Power
Content
Energy conversion and conservation Work Power
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) show understanding that kinetic energy, potential energy (chemical, gravitational, elastic), light energy, thermal energy, electrical energy and nuclear energy are examples of different forms of energy
Examples of forms of energy
Kinetic Potential Thermal Light Electrical Nuclear
Movement
Stored energy Heat
Chemical Gravitational Elastic
Food or batteries
Raised above ground
Compression or stretching of elastic objects like springs
(b) state the principle of the conservation of energy and apply the principle to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Definition
Principle of conservation of energy
Energy can neither be created nor destroyed but can only be transferred from one body to another or from one form to another while total energy remains the same
(c) calculate the efficiency of an energy conversion using the formula efficiency = energy converted to useful output / total energy input
Term Formula
Energy input
Efficiency
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(d) state that kinetic energy Ek = ½ mv2 and gravitational potential energy Ep = mgh (for potential energy changes near the Earth’s surface) (e) apply the relationships for kinetic energy and potential energy to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Formula SI units
Kinetic energyof an object
E
km v
J kg m s-1
Potential energyof an object
Ep
m gh
J kgN kg-
1m
(f) recall and apply the relationship work done = force × distance moved in the direction of the force to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Formula SI units
Work doneof an object
W F d
J N m
(g) recall and apply the relationship power = work done / time taken to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Formula SI units
Power ofan object
P W E t
W or J s-
1J J s
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SECTION III: THERMAL PHYSICSOverview
Amongst the early scientists, heat was thought as some kind of invisible, massless fluid called ‘caloric’. Certain objects that released heat upon combustion were thought to be able to ‘store’ the fluid. However, this explanation failed to explain why friction was able to produce heat. In the 1840s, James Prescott Joule used a falling weight to drive an electrical generator that heated a wire immersed in water. This experiment demonstrated that work done by a falling object could be converted to heat.
In the previous section, we studied about energy and its conversion. Many energy conversion processes which involve friction will have heat as a product. This section begins with the introduction of the kinetic model of matter. This model is then used to explain and predict the physical properties and changes of matter at the molecular level in relation to heat or thermal energy transfer.
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8. Kinetic Model of Matter
Content
States of matter Brownian motion Kinetic model
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) compare the properties of solids, liquids and gases
Properties Solids Liquids Gases
Volume Fixed Fixed Not fixed
Shape Fixed Not fixed Not fixed
Compressibility No No Yes
Density High High Low
Others Usually hard and rigid Tend to form droplets
N.A.
(b) describe qualitatively the molecular structure of solids, liquids and gases, relating their properties to the forces and distances between molecules and to the motion of the molecules
Molecular structure Solids Liquids Gases
Forces of attraction between particles
Particles held by very strong forces of attraction
Particles held by strong forces of attraction
Particles held by weak forces of attraction
Distance between particles
Packed very closely together with more particles per unit volume
Packed close to one another
Spread far apart from one another
Motion of particles Vibrate about fixed positions
Slide and move past one another randomly
Move in a constant, random and erratic manner
(c) infer from Brownian motion experiment the evidence for the movement of molecules
Term DefinitionBrownian motion experiment
Setup Observations Inferences
Brownian motion
Small particles suspended in a liquid or gas tend to move in random paths through the fluid even if it is calm
Place smoke particles in a container of air, suspending them in air
Smoke particles are being continuously bombarded by air molecules and move irregularly by Brownian motion
This shows that the fluids have an ability to flow or move freely
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(d) describe the relationship between the motion of molecules and temperature
Relationship between motion of molecules and temperature
When solid or fluid (liquid / gas) is at a higher temperature, the particles vibrate or move faster respectively The average kinetic energy of the particles is the measure of temperature or degree of hotness
(e) explain the pressure of a gas in terms of the motion of its molecules
Explanation of pressure of a gas Effect of increasing temperature on pressure
Molecules present in a fluid collide with the walls of the container at a constant rate
Each collision exerts a force on the walls of the container
As the force is acted on a particular quantity of surface area of walls, the gas exerts pressure on the walls
When temperature is increased, molecules move faster and collide with the walls of the container more frequently
Average force on the walls of the container increases over the same surface area of walls, thus gas pressure increases
(f) recall and explain the following relationships using the kinetic model (stating of the corresponding gas laws is not required): (i) a change in pressure of a fixed mass of gas at constant volume is caused by a change in temperature of the gas (ii) a change in volume occupied by a fixed mass of gas at constant pressure is caused by a change in temperature of the gas (iii) a change in pressure of a fixed mass of gas at constant temperature is caused by a change in volume of the gas
Gas equation
Cause Temperature of gas increases Volume decreases
Effect Volume increases Pressure unchanged Pressure increases Pressure increases
Condition Only if container can expand further
Only if container can expand further
Only if container cannot expand
Under all cases
Explanation
Molecules gain kinetic energy and move faster
Gas molecules hit the container walls with higher speed
Frequency of collisions of the gas molecules with the walls increases
Greater force is exerted on walls, gas expands since container can expand
Gas expands in volume since the container can expand, decreasing the number of gas particles per unit volume and increasing surface area of walls
Number of gas particles hitting the walls per unit area decreases
Average force exerted per unit area remains unchanged, hence a constant pressure is maintained
Molecules gain kinetic energy and move faster
Gas molecules hit the container walls with higher speed
Frequency of collisions of the gas molecules with the walls increases
Average force exerted per unit area on the container walls increases
Gas is compressed at constant temperature and number of gas particles per unit volume increases
Frequency of collisions of molecules with container walls increases
Force exerted per unit area on the container increases, thus pressure increases
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(g) use the relationships in (f) in related situations and to solve problems (a qualitative treatment would suffice)
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9. Transfer of Thermal Energy
Content
Conduction Convection Radiation
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) show understanding that thermal energy is transferred from a region of higher temperature to a region of lower temperature
Thermal energy transfer
Thermal energy is transferred from a region of higher temperature to a region of lower temperature
(b) describe, in molecular terms, how energy transfer occurs in solids
Energy transfer occurs in solids In comparison with fluids
When one region of a solid is heated, the molecules there gain kinetic energy and vibrate faster
They collide with the slower neighbouring particles and transfer energy to them
In fluids, the particles are further apart from each another than in liquids or gases
Therefore kinetic energy is transferred more slowly
(c) describe, in terms of density changes, convection in fluids
Convection in fluids In comparison with solids
Hot fluid expands and has lower density than cold fluid, causing it to rise
Cold fluid contracts and has higher density than hot fluids, sinking to replace the hot fluid
Convection current is set up when the cycle repeats
Convection involves the bulk movement of fluids which carry heat with them
Solids cannot cause convection as heat can only be transferred from one molecule to another
The molecules are unable to flow around themselves
(d) explain that energy transfer of a body by radiation does not require a material medium and the rate of energy transfer is affected by: (i) colour and texture of the surface (ii) surface temperature (iii) surface area
Energy transfer of a body by radiation
Infrared radiation is continuously emitted by all objects through their surfaces as radiation does not require a material medium for thermal transfer to occur
When these infrared waves reach another object, the waves are transformed into heat energy, which is then absorbed by the object
Higher surface areas, higher surface temperatures (relative to surroundings) and dull surfaces accelerate radiation of heat
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(e) apply the concept of thermal energy transfer to everyday applications
Applications Features Advantages Reasons
Styrofoam food packages
Mostly made of styrofoam
Conduction is reduced
This is due to the presence of many air pockets Air is a poor conductor of heat
Covered with a lid
Convection is reduced
Convection currents are unable to be set up due to the presence of the lid compressing the contents into a closely packed arrangement
Vacuum flasks
Plastic stopper
Conduction & convection is reduced
Plastic is a poor conductor of heat With a stopper, a convection current is being prevented
from set up
Vacuum between the glass walls
As vacuum is unable to conduct and cause convection of heat, the amount of heat medium is decreased
Silvered glass walls
Radiation is reduced
The shiny and smooth surface is a poor emitter and absorber of heat
It is able to reflect heat back to the container very well
Air trapped above contents
Conduction is reduced
Air is a poor conductor of heat
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10. Temperature
Content
Principles of thermometry
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) explain how a physical property which varies with temperature, such as volume of liquid column, resistance of metal wire and electromotive force (e.m.f.) produced by junctions formed with wires of two different metals, may be used to define temperature scales
Differences Mercury thermometer Platinum wire Thermocouple
Physical property
Volume or height of liquid column
Resistance Electromotive force (e.m.f.) produced by 2 junctions formed with wires of 2 different metals
Rationale Mercury is sensitive to changes in temperature and expands when temperature rises
Resistance of the wire rises when temperature rises
E.m.f. between two substances increases when the temperature difference between them rises
Apparatus
Calculations
(b) describe the process of calibration of a liquid-in-glass thermometer, including the need for fixed points such as the ice point and steam point
Calibration of liquid-in-glass thermometer Need for fixed points
Place thermometer in ice point (funnel containing pure melting ice), then in steam point (above boiling water)
Mark the level of mercury in both situations The difference in temperature of both points is 100 o C Between the upper and lower fixed points markings, divide and
mark one hundred equal divisions Since an increase in the temperature will increase the volume of
mercury proportionately, each division is one degree Celsius
Fixed points (ice and steam points) are used for calibration for all thermometers to agree accurately on a same temperature scale
This is because fixed points are reproducible and will produce definite temperatures
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IronCopper
0oC
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11. Thermal Properties of Matter
Content
Internal energy Specific heat capacity Melting, boiling and evaporation Specific latent heat
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) describe a rise in temperature of a body in terms of an increase in its internal energy (random thermal energy)
Term Meaning
Internal energy
Random thermal energy of a body resulting from the kinetic and potential energy of the particles by their movement and arrangement
Description of rise in temperature of a body
When a body is heated, its internal energy (consisting of kinetic energy and potential energy) rises
Kinetic energy Potential energy
Kinetic energy of particles increases, causing particles vibrate or move faster
During melting and boiling, potential energy of the particles also increases
This is since there is no rise in temperature, causing latent heat to betaken in
(b) define the terms heat capacity and specific heat capacity
Term Definition Symbol
Heat capacity Amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of a body by 1 K or 1 °C C
Specific heat capacity
Amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of 1 kg of a body by 1 K or 1 °C
c
(c) recall and apply the relationship thermal energy = mass × specific heat capacity × change in temperature to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Formula SI units
Thermal energy when there is a temperature change
m c
kg J kg-1
oC-1
orJ kg-1 K-
oC
orK
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(d) describe melting/solidification and boiling/condensation as processes of energy transfer without a change in temperature
Term Meaning
Melting Process of energy transfer from the surroundings to a solid to turn it to a liquid without a change in temperature
Solidification Process of energy transfer from a liquid to the surroundings to turn it to a solid without a change in temperature
Boiling Process of energy transfer from the surroundings to a liquid to turn it to a gas without a change in temperature
Condensation Process of energy transfer from a gas to the surroundings to turn it to a liquid without a change in temperature
(e) explain the difference between boiling and evaporation
Description of evaporation
At any temperature, the molecules of liquid are in continuous random motion with different speeds Some more energetic molecules near to the surface of the liquid have enough energy to overcome the
attractive forces of other molecules and escape They evaporate from the liquid to form a vapour
Differences Boiling Evaporation
Temperature Occurs at a fixed temperature Occurs at any temperature
Location Occurs throughout the liquid Occurs at the surface of the liquid
Heat source Heat is supplied from an energy source Heat is supplied by the surroundings
(f) define the terms latent heat and specific latent heat
Term Definition
Latent heat Heat energy released or absorbed during a change of state to make or break intermolecular forces of attraction without any change in temperature
Latent heat of fusion Heat energy required to change a solid to its liquid state or vice versa without any change in temperature
Latent heat of vapourisation
Heat energy required to change a liquid to its vapour state or vice versa without any change in temperature
Specific latent heat Heat energy required to change 1 kg of a substance from one state to another or vice versa
(g) recall and apply the relationship thermal energy = mass × specific latent heat to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Formula SI units
Thermal energy when thereis no temperature change
m
kg J kg-
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(h) explain latent heat in terms of molecular behaviour
Term Definition
Latent heat Heat energy released or absorbed during a change of state to make or break intermolecular forces of attraction without any change in temperature
(i) sketch and interpret a cooling curve
Sketch of cooling curve of water Interpretation of cooling curve
Description Explanation
Decreases in temperature during gas, liquid and solid state in the graph
This is because thermal energy is being released with no change in intermolecular forces of attraction between the molecules
No change in temperature during condensation and freezing until all the water vapour has condensed and all the water has frozen
This is because thermal energy is being released to form greater intermolecular forces of attraction between the molecules such that there is a state change
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SECTION IV: WAVESOverview
Waves are inherent in our everyday lives. Much of our understanding of wave phenomena has been accumulated over the centuries through the study of light (optics) and sound (acoustics). The nature of oscillations in light was only understood when James Clerk Maxwell, in his unification of electricity, magnetism and electromagnetic waves, stated that all electromagnetic fields spread in the form of waves.
Using a mathematical model (Maxwell’s equations), he calculated the speed of electromagnetic waves and found it to be close to the speed of light, leading him to make a bold but correct inference that light consists of propagating electromagnetic disturbances. This gave the very nature of electromagnetic waves, and hence its name.
In this section, we examine the nature of waves in terms of the coordinated movement of particles. The discussion moves on to wave propagation and its uses by studying the properties of light, electromagnetic waves and sound, as well as their applications in wireless communication, home appliances, medicine and industry.
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12. General Wave Properties
Content
Describing wave motion Wave terms Longitudinal and transverse waves
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) describe what is meant by wave motion as illustrated by vibrations in ropes and springs and by waves in a ripple tank
Term Definition
Wave motion Propagation of waves through a medium by the vibration of particles in the wave transmitting energy
Illustrations Transverse waves Longitudinal waves
Rope N.A.
Spring
Ripple tank N.A.
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Comparison of waves in a ripple tank
Description Waves of water undergo refraction when it travels from deeper water to shallower water or vice versa
Differences Deeper water Shallower water Illustrations
Wavelength Increases Decreases
Velocity Increases Decreases
Frequency Remains the same Remains the same
Direction Away from the normal Towards the normal
Wavefront Perpendicular to direction of wave
Perpendicular to direction of wave
(b) show understanding that waves transfer energy without transferring matter
Waves
A wave is the collective motion of many particles Occurs when particles of the medium move in a specific manner
What is transferred What is not transferred
Energy Medium
(c) define speed, frequency, wavelength, period and amplitude
Term Definition Formula
Frequency The number of complete waves produced per second by a source
Period The time taken to produce one complete wave
Wavelength Shortest distance between any two points of a wave in phase
Speed Distance travelled by a crest or rarefraction per unit time by a wave
Amplitude Maximum displacement of crest or rarefaction from the rest positionRefer to diagram
Diagram
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(d) state what is meant by the term wavefront
Term Definition
Wavefront
Imaginary line on a wave that joins all points that are in the same phase
(e) recall and apply the relationship velocity = frequency × wavelength to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Formula SI units
Velocity of wave
v f
m s-
1Hz m
(f) compare transverse and longitudinal waves and give suitable examples of each
Term Definition Properties
Transverse wave
Waves that travel in a direction perpendicular to the direction of vibration of the particles
Crests and troughs represent amplitude and minimum displacement respectively
Longitudinal wave
Waves that travel in a direction parallel to the direction of vibration of the particles
Rarefactions and compressions represent amplitude and minimum displacement respectively
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13. Light
Content
Reflection of light Refraction of light Thin lenses
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) recall and use the terms for reflection, including normal, angle of incidence and angle of reflection
Ray diagram Legend
mirror i represents theangle of incidence
r represents theangle of reflection
(b) state that, for reflection, the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection and use this principle in constructions, measurements and calculations
Reflection laws Features of a plane mirror image
Angle of incidence is equal to angle of reflection
The normal, incident ray and reflected ray all lie in the same plane
Features Acronym
Virtual Image is the same size as the object (Size) Image as far away from the mirror as the object is from the mirror (Far) Laterally inverted Upright
VS FLU
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(c) recall and use the terms for refraction, including normal, angle of incidence and angle of refraction
Term Meaning Conditions Remark
Refraction
Refers to the change in direction or bending of light when it passes from one medium to another medium of different optical densities due to the change in speed of light
The light ray bends towards the normal when travelling into a medium of higher optical density
The light ray bends away from the normal when travelling into a medium of lower optical density
Angle of incidence must not be 0 o
If ray travels from a denser to less dense medium, angle of incidence must be less than critical angle
‘Density’ in this caserepresents opticaldensity
Ray diagram Real and apparent depth Legend
i represents the angle of incidence
r represents the angle of refraction
(d) recall and apply the relationship sin i / sin r = constant to new situations or to solve related problems (e) define refractive index of a medium in terms of the ratio of speed of light in vacuum and in the medium
Term Definition Formula Legend
Refractive index of a medium
The constant ratio of the speed of light in vacuum to the speed of light in the medium
n represents refractive index
i represents the angle of incidence
r represents the angle of refraction
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(f) explain the terms critical angle and total internal reflection
Term Definition Formula
Critical angle
The angle of incidence of a ray in the optically denser medium whereby the angle of refraction of it in the optically less dense medium is 90 o
Total internal reflection
Reflection of light rays within the optically denser medium when the angle of incidence in the optically denser medium is more than the critical angle
N.A.
Illustrative diagrams
Refraction Critical angle Total internal reflection
i represents the angle of incidence which is less than critical angle
r represents the angle of refraction which is within the optically less dense medium and is less than 90 o
i represents the angle of incidence which is equal to critical angle
r represents the angle of refraction which is along the boundary of the 2 mediums and is equal to 90 o
i represents the angle of incidence which is more than critical angle
r represents the angle of reflection which is within the optically denser medium and is equal to i
(g) identify the main ideas in total internal reflection and apply them to the use of optical fibres in telecommunication and state the advantages of their use
Main ideas in total internal reflection
Light ray has to travel from denser medium towards the less dense medium Angle of incidence of light ray is more than critical angle The light ray will reflect internally by the laws of reflection within the denser medium
Optical fibres in telecommunications
Advantages Diagram
Light pulses carry telecommunications data at a faster rate
Less data loss compared to use of copper wires
Optical fibres are generally cheaper and lighter than copper wires
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(h) describe the action of a thin lens (both converging and diverging) on a beam of light
Differences Converging lens Diverging lens
Lens type Convex lens Concave lens
Light rays
Ray diagram
Descriptionof lens action
The lens is curved, thus the angles of incidence of parallel rays
of light differ, causing the rays to change direction
differently after passing through the lens
The lens is curved, thus the angles of incidence of parallel
rays of light differ, causing the rays to change direction
differently after passing through the lens
The front of the lens facing the incident light rays curve outwards
The light rays converge at a common focal point
The front of the lens facing the incident light rays curve inwards
The light rays diverge from one another
(i) define the term focal length for a converging lens
Term Definition Diagram
Focal length of converging lens
Distance between the optical center and the principal focus, where parallel rays of light converge after passing through the lens
focal length
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principal focus
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(j) draw ray diagrams to illustrate the formation of real and virtual images of an object by a thin converging lens
# Object location
Image location Image properties Acroynm
Uses
1 Diminished, inverted, real DIR Telescope
2 Diminished, inverted, real DIR Camera Eye
3 Same size, inverted, real SIR Photocopier
4 Magnified, inverted, real MIR Projector
5 Magnified, upright, virtual MUV Spotlight
6 Magnified, upright, virtual MUV Magnifying glass Spectacles
Image formation based on object location
# 1 2
Objectlocation
Raydiagram
# 3 4
Objectlocation
Raydiagram
# 5 6
Objectlocation
Raydiagram
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14. Electromagnetic Spectrum
Content
Properties of electromagnetic waves Applications of electromagnetic waves Effects of electromagnetic waves on cells and tissue
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) state that all electromagnetic waves are transverse waves that travel with the same speed in vacuum and state the magnitude of this speed
# Point Property of electromagnetic waves (EM waves)
1 Type Transverse waves Electric and magnetic fields oscillate 90 o to each other
2 Laws They obey the laws of reflection and refraction
3 Electric charge No electric charge is carried through EM waves
4 Medium No medium is required and the wave can travel through vacuum
5 Frequency Remains the same all the time
6 Wavelength Decreases from optically less dense to denser medium
7 Velocity 3 x 10 8 ms -1 in vacuum, slows down in matter Decreases from optically less dense to denser medium
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(b) describe the main components of the electromagnetic spectrum (c) state examples of the use of the following components: (i) radiowaves (e.g. radio and television communication) (ii) microwaves (e.g. microwave oven and satellite television) (iii) infra-red (e.g. infra-red remote controllers and intruder alarms) (iv) light (e.g. optical fibres for medical uses and telecommunications) (v) ultra-violet (e.g. sunbeds and sterilisation) (vi) X-rays (e.g. radiological and engineering applications) (vii) gamma rays (e.g. medical treatment)
Component Frequency Applications Description
Radio waves 1× 10^ 8 Hz Radio and television communications
Able to go around obstructions (due to longer wavelengths)
Microwaves 1× 10^ 10 Hz Microwave oven Water molecules vibrate millions of times a second to produce heat from friction
Satellite television Can penetrate haze, light rain, snow, clouds and smoke with proper alignment
Infra-red 1× 10^ 12 Hz Remote controllers
Intruder alarms Alarm rings when it receives infra-red radiation an intruding human gives out
Light (Red) 5× 10^ 14 Hz Medical optical fibres
(Violet)
Telecommunications
Ultra-violet 3× 10^ 16 Hz Sunbeds Artificial tanning (shorter frequency UVA)
Sterilisation Germicidal lamps (longer frequency UVB/C)
X-rays 3× 10^ 18 Hz Diagnose fractures Airport scanners
Can penetrate through all materials other than lead, thus may be applied using X-ray imagery
Gamma rays 3× 10^ 20 Hz Cancer treatment Kill cancer cells in cancerous tumours (high energy waves)
Changes in the EM spectrum from radio to gamma waves
Frequency Wavelength
Increases from radio waves to gamma rays Decreases from radio waves to gamma rays
(d) describe the effects of absorbing electromagnetic waves, e.g. heating, ionisation and damage to living cells and tissue
Effects of absorbing electromagnetic waves
Infrared High energy EM waves X-rays
Human skin absorbs infrared waves from BBQ pits
Human bodies will receive the radiation and be heated to feel warm
EM waves of frequencies higher than light have high energy causing ionisation
Ionisation of living matter in human bodies damages chromosomes, living cells and tissues
Overexposure leads to premature ageing and lifespan shortening
Overexposure of developing fetus to X-ray imagery can cause abnormal cell division
A deformed baby and leukemia may result
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15. Sound
Content
Sound waves Speed of sound Echo Ultrasound
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) describe the production of sound by vibrating sources (b) describe the longitudinal nature of sound waves in terms of the processes of compression and rarefaction
Production of sound in air Description of sound waves
A vibrating source causes particles in air to be displaced, moving away and from the source continuously
Air particles oscillate left and right to produce compressions at high air pressure and rarefactions at low air pressure
A longitudinal sound wave is produced
(c) explain that a medium is required in order to transmit sound waves and the speed of sound differs in air, liquids and solids
Conditions for transmission of sound waves
Approximate speeds of sound
A vibrating source must be present The source must be placed in a medium
Energy transmitted by sound waves depends on its frequency and amplitude
Speed of sound increases from gas to solid
In gases Air 330 m s-1
In liquids Water 1500 m s-1
In solids Iron 5000 m s-1
Steel 6000 m s-1
(d) describe a direct method for the determination of the speed of sound in air and make the necessary calculation
Experiment to determine speed of sound in air
Method Calculation Reliability
Observers A and B are positioned at a far distance apart, S, to minimise human reaction error
Observer A fires a pistol and Observer B starts the stopwatch on seeing the flash of the pistol
He stops the stopwatch when he hears the sound The time interval between the two actions, T, is
recorded
Speed of sound is calculated by the following formula:
For better accuracy, the experiment is repeated and the average speed of sound is calculated
The experiment is further repeated by interchanging the positions of Observers A and B to minimise the effects of wind
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(e) relate loudness of a sound wave to its amplitude and pitch to its frequency
Cause Frequency increases Amplitude increases
Effects on Pitch Increases Remains the same
Loudness Remains the same Increases
(f) describe how the reflection of sound may produce an echo, and how this may be used for measuring distances
Experiment to measure distances using echoes
Theory Method Calculation Reliability
Sound waves follow the laws of reflectlon
The harder and larger the surface is, the stronger the echo
When sound waves are reflected after striking objects, the reflected sound, an echo, is produced
When a source emits a sound and then receives an echo, the sound must have travelled a distance of 2 D , where D is the distance between the source and the reflected surface
The time interval between emission and receiving of the sound is recorded as T
The speed of sound in the medium is labelled as V
Distance from source and reflected surface is calculated by the following formula:
For better accuracy, the experiment is repeated and the average distance is calculated
Example of measuring distances using echoes (depth of seabed)
Diagram Calculation
(g) define ultrasound and describe one use of ultrasound, e.g. quality control and pre-natal scanning
Term Definition Uses Description Mechanism
Ultrasound
Sound with waves above 20 kHz frequency, which is above the upper limit of the human hearing range
(Humans can only hear sound of frequencies between 20 Hz to 20 kHz)
Quality control
Manufactures of various concrete types
check for cracks or cavities in concrete slabs with ultrasound
to ensure that their concrete are of the highest quality
Ultrasound is released from an emitter at one end of the concrete slab and
a sensor is positioned at the other end to detect the ultrasound
If the speed of sound recorded is lower than actual, this means parts of the concrete contain air
Pre-natal scanning
Ultrasound can be used to obtain images of inside a body,
thus is used to examine
Ultrasound pulses are sent into the body using a trasmitter
Echoes reflected from any surface within the body are received
The time interval is noted to
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development of a foetus in a pregnant woman
determine the depth of the reflecting surface within the body
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SECTION V: ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISMOverview
For a long time, electricity and magnetism were seen as independent phenomena. Hans Christian Oersted, in 1802, discovered that a current carrying conductor deflected a compass needle. This discovery was overlooked by the scientific community until 18 years later. It may be a chance discovery, but it takes an observant scientist to notice. The exact relationship between an electric current and the magnetic field it produced was deduced mainly through the work of Andre Marie Ampere. However, the major discoveries in electromagnetism were made by two of the greatest names in physics, Michael Faraday and James Clerk Maxwell.
The section begins with a discussion of electric charges that are static, i.e. not moving. Next, we study the phenomena associated with moving charges and the concepts of current, voltage and resistance. We also study how these concepts are applied to simple circuits and household electricity. Thereafter, we study the interaction of magnetic fields to pave the way for the study of the interrelationship between electricity and magnetism. The phenomenon in which a current interacts with a magnetic field is studied in electromagnetism, while the phenomenon in which a current or electromotive force is induced in a moving conductor within a magnetic field is studied in electromagnetic induction.
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16. Static Electricity
Content
Laws of electrostatics Principles of electrostatics Electric field Applications of electrostatics
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) state that there are positive and negative charges and that charge is measured in coulombs
Charge
Types Measurement
Positive Negativ
e
Charge is measured in coulombs (C) For example, one negative electron has a charge of 1.6 x 10-19 C
(b) state that unlike charges attract and like charges repel
Interaction of charges
Combination of charges Interaction
Unlike charges Positive-negative Attract
Like charges Positive-positive Repel
Negative-negative
(c) describe an electric field as a region in which an electric charge experiences a force (d) draw the electric field of an isolated point charge and recall that the direction of the field lines gives the direction of the force acting on a positive test charge
Term Definition
Electric field Region in which an electric charge experiences a force
Electric field lines Gives direction of the electric field (i.e. direction of the force on a small positive charge)
Electric field of an isolated point charge
Positive charge Negative charge
Diagram
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Field lines From charge Towards charge
(e) draw the electric field pattern between two isolated point charges
Electric field of an isolated point charge
Positive-negative Positive-positive Negative-negative
Opposite charges attract, hence the two charges are linked by field
lines
Like charges repel, hence no field lines connect the two charges
Electric field of parallel charged plates
(f) show understanding that electrostatic charging by rubbing involves a transfer of electrons
Experimental method of rubbing (to show electrostatic charging between 2 uncharged materials)
Action Result
Rub two different materials against each other
Some negatively charged electrons are transferred from one material to the other An object becomes negatively charged if it gains electrons and positively charged if
it loses electrons
Ease of loss of electrons between objects
Ease of loss of electrons generally decreases down the following list:
Electron loss Object type Examples Electron transfer
Easiest Transparent object Glass, Perspex
Smooth, high surface area object Silk, Fur, Hair, Wool
Hardest Opaque object Ebonite, Rubber, Polyethene
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(g) describe experiments to show electrostatic charging by induction
Experimental method of induction (to show electrostatic charging of a single metal conductor)
# Action Result Diagram
1 To negatively charge a neutral conductor, bring a positively charged rod near it
Like charges repel and unlike charges attract each other
Thus the positively charged rod leaves an excess of negative charges at the side of conductor nearest to the rod and positive charges at the other side by induction
2 Earth the side of the conductor with the positive charges
Electrons flow from Earth to the conductor to neutralise the positive charges
3 Remove the Earth, then the rod
Electron migration causes the rod to be completely negatively charged
Experimental method of induction (to show electrostatic charging of 2 metal spheres)
# Action Result
1 Let the two conductors (metal spheres on insulating stands) touch each other
Bring a negatively charged rod near the conductor on the left
The negatively charged rod induces the charges in the two conductors,
repelling the negative charges to the furthest end of the conductor on the right,
leaving excess positive charges at the end of conductor on the left nearest to the rod
2 Separate the two conductors far from each other
Remove the rod
The conductor on the left will be positively charged while the other on the right will be negatively charged
(h) describe examples where electrostatic charging may be a potential hazard
Potential hazards of electrostatic charging
Lightning Electrostatic discharge
Friction between water molecules in thunderclouds and air molecules in the air cause the thunderclouds to be charged
Air is ionised when the charge on the thunderclouds becomes large enough
The ionised air provides a conducting path for the huge quantity of electric charge on the thunderclouds to the nearest object or sharpest object on the ground via lightning strikes during a sudden discharge
Electrostatic charging is thus a potential hazard for people when they are out in an open field or under a tall tree during a thunderstorm, especially in the absence of a lightning conductor
Friction between objects may cause excessive charges to build up in them:
Friction between tyres of a truck and the road can result in sudden discharge
Sparks and subsequent ignition of flammable items on the truck may occur when this happens
Friction between electronic equipment (e.g. computer boards, hard drives) and other objects can result in electrostatic discharges over time
These electronic equipment may be damaged as this happens
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(i) describe the use of electrostatic charging in a photocopier, and apply the use of electrostatic charging to new situations
Components of the photocopier
Photoreceptor drum Laser assembly Toner Fuser
Metal drum roller Coated with a photoconductive layer
Laser Movable mirror Lens
Fine negatively charged powder Heat source
Electrostatic charging in a photocopier
# Action Result Diagram
1 A photoreceptor drum is rotated near a highly positively charged corona wire
The photoreceptor drum becomes positively charged
2 The laser beam is cast over a page of the original document through a lens onto the photoreceptor drum
Areas of photoconductive layer on the drum surface that are exposed to the laser is discharged
Negatively charged toner is then attracted to the remaining positively charged areas
3 Toner on the drum is transferred to the paper
Paper is heated by the fuser
Toner power melts onto the paper surface, affixing itself permanently on the surface
Note: A laser printer operates differently from a photocopier, although both rely on electrostatic charging
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17. Current of Electricity
Content
Conventional current and electron flow Electromotive force Potential difference Resistance
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) state that current is a rate of flow of charge and that it is measured in amperes
Term Definition Measurement Formula SI units
Current
A measure of the rate of flow of electric charge through a cross section of a conductor
Ammeter Connected in series
I Q t
A C s
(b) distinguish between conventional current and electron flow
Conventional current flow Electron flow Combined flow of charges
Flow of positive charges from a positively charged end to a negatively charged end (i.e. current)
Flow of electrons from a negatively charged end to a positively charged end
(c) recall and apply the relationship charge = current × time to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Definition Formula SI units
Charge When an object is charged, it is electrified Equals to the product of current and time
Q I t
C A s
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(d) define electromotive force (e.m.f.) as the work done by a source in driving unit charge around a complete circuit
Term Definition Measurement Formula SI units
Electro-motive force
Work done by an electrical source in driving a unit charge round a complete circuit
Voltmeter Connected in parallel
across the positive and negative ends of the electrical source
W Q
V J C
(e) calculate the total e.m.f. where several sources are arranged in series
Example of circuit of 3 dry cells as sources
Diagram Readings recorded Total e.m.f.
Voltmeter Dry cell e.m.f.
1 1.5 V
2 1.5 V
3 3 V
(f) state that the e.m.f. of a source and the potential difference (p.d.) across a circuit component is measured in volts (g) define the p.d. across a component in a circuit as the work done to drive unit charge through the component
Term Definition Measurement Formula SI units
Potential difference
Amount of energy converted to other forms of energy when one coulomb of positive charge passes between 2 reference points
Voltmeter Connected in
parallel across the 2 points
Q t
A C s
(h) state the definition that resistance = p.d. / current (i) apply the relationship R = V/I to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Definition Factors Formula 1 SI units
Resistance Ratio of the potential difference across a component to the current flowing through it
Length Cross
sectional area
Type of material
R V I
Ω or ohm V A
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(j) describe an experiment to determine the resistance of a metallic conductor using a voltmeter and an ammeter, and make the necessary calculations
Experiment to determine resistance of a metallic conductor
Method Calculation
Connect a dry cell, rheostat and ammeter in series to the metallic conductor
In the same circuit, connect a voltmeter in parallel to the metallic conductor
Vary the resistance of the rheostat and and note down values of V (reading of voltmeter) and I (reading of ammeter) for at least 5 sets of readings
By Ohm’s law, resistance R will be equivalent to the voltage divided by current
Hence, plot a graph of V against I to find the gradient of the graph, R
(k) recall and apply the formulae for the effective resistance of a number of resistors in series and in parallel to new situations or to solve related problems
Differences Resistors in series Resistors in parallel
Circuit diagram
where R1 and R2 arethe resistances of theresistors respectively
where R1 and R2 arethe resistances of theresistors respectively
Formula foreffective resistancefor the circuit above
Nature ofeffective resistance
General formula foreffective resistance
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(l) recall and apply the relationship of the proportionality between resistance and the length and cross-sectional area of a wire to new situations or to solve related problems
Differences Resistance of material Resistivity of material
Main formula
Unit Ω Ω m
Nature Resistance increases as length increases Resistance increases as cross-sectional area decreases
Independent of length & cross-sectional area
Term Formula 2 SI units Relationships
Resistance
R l A
Ω Ω m m
m
2
(m) state Ohm’s Law
Law Definition Relationship
Ohm’s Law
Current passing through a metallic conductor is directly proportional to the potential difference across its ends, provided the physical conditions are constant
(n) describe the effect of temperature increase on the resistance of a metallic conductor
Effect of temperature increase on resistance
Explanation
Resistance of metallic conductor increases Particles in metallic conductor gain kinetic energy and vibrate faster
This causes electrons moving through the conductor to slow down
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(o) sketch and interpret the I/V characteristic graphs for a metallic conductor at constant temperature, for a filament lamp and for a semiconductor diode
Differences Ohmic conductors
Non-ohmic conductors (examples)
Filament lamp Semiconductor diode
Purpose N.A. Provides light indoors and at night
Allows current to flow in only one direction (i.e. forward direction) through the circuit
I/V sketch
V/I sketch(invert the I/V sketch along the line V=I)
Interpretation
Ohmic conductors follow Ohm’s law
The filament lamp is a non-ohmic conductor
The semiconductor diode is another non-ohmic conductor
Gradient V/I is constant since I is directly proportional to V
Gradient V/I increases as V increases across the lamp
This is because as p.d. increases, the current increases less than proportionately
This indicates that resistance of the lamp increases as p.d. increases
Gradient V/I decreases as V increases from zero
This is because as p.d. increases, the current increases more than proportionately
This indicates that resistance decreases when p.d. in the forward direction increases, allowing a relatively large current, I, to flow through
Gradient V/I is very large as V increases to zero
This indicates that resistance is very high when p.d. in the reverse direction increases
Almost no current flows in this reverse direction
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18. D.C. Circuits
Content
Current and potential difference in circuits Series and parallel circuits Potential divider circuit Thermistor and light-dependent resistor
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) draw circuit diagrams with power sources (cell, battery, d.c. supply or a.c. supply), switches, lamps, resistors (fixed and variable), variable potential divider (potentiometer), fuses, ammeters and voltmeters, bells, light-dependent resistors, thermistors and light-emitting diodes
Symbols of power sources Symbols of common components
Cell Battery D.C supply
A.C. supply Lamp Bell Switch Fuse
Symbols of resistors and diodes
Fixed resistor
Variable resistor Thermistor
Light-dependent resistor Light-emitting diode
Symbols of measurement devices Symbols of other devices
Ammeter Voltmeter Potentiometer
Circuit diagram example
Experimental setup Circuit diagram
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(b) state that the current at every point in a series circuit is the same and apply the principle to new situations or to solve related problems (c) state that the sum of the potential differences in a series circuit is equal to the potential difference across the whole circuit and apply the principle to new situations or to solve related problems (d) state that the current from the source is the sum of the currents in the separate branches of a parallel circuit and apply the principle to new situations or to solve related problems (e) state that the potential difference across the separate branches of a parallel circuit is the same and apply the principle to new situations or to solve related problems
Circuit Current in circuit Potential difference across whole circuit
Series Same at every point Sum of potential differences in circuit
Parallel Sum of currents in the separate branches Same as across the separate branches
(f) recall and apply the relevant relationships, including R = V/I and those for current, potential differences and resistors in series and in parallel circuits, in calculations involving a whole circuit
Term Formula SI units Remarks
Resistance
R V I When the circuit has resistors in
both the series and parallel
arrangement, calculate effective
resistance of the ones arranged
in parallel first
Ω or ohm V A
(g) describe the action of a variable potential divider (potentiometer)
Purpose of potentiometer Action of potentiometer
A potentiometer is able to divide the supply voltage in any ratio that is required by varying resistance and using the formula
The potentiometer is made of a conducting slider in contact with a resistor with fixed cross-sectional area
By sliding the slider along the resistor, the length of the resistance material that the current of the circuit has to flow through can be varied
Since , resistance of the circuit increases when the length increases As , potential difference across the circuit can thus be adjusted
between zero and the maximum supply voltage
(h) describe the action of thermistors and light-dependent resistors and explain their use as input transducers in potential dividers (i) solve simple circuit problems involving thermistors and light-dependent resistors
Input tranducers
Transducers that convert non-electrical energy to electrical energy
Differences Thermistor Light-dependent resistor
Device A device whose resistance decreases when temperature increases
A device whose resistance decreases as the amount of light shining on it increases
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Applications
Temperature control Temperature measurement in fire
alarms
Under bright lighting, the LDR would have very low resistance, and vice versa
19. Practical Electricity
Content
Electric power and energy Dangers of electricity Safe use of electricity in the home
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) describe the use of the heating effect of electricity in appliances such as electric kettles, ovens and heaters
Use of electricity Description of use
Heating effect Used in heating
appliances like electric kettles, ovens and heaters
Heating elements in heating appliances musthave high resistivity (high resistance per unit length of material of constant cross-sectional area) and must be able to withstand high temperatures
When current passes through these elements (e.g. nichrome) in heating appliances when, much heat is generated
By varying current passing through, heat produced by Joule heating can be effectively controlled
(b) recall and apply the relationships P = VI and E = VIt to new situations or to solve related problems
Term Formula SI units Derivation of formulae
Electrical energy
E V I t is derived from:
J V A s
Electrical power
P V I
W V A
(c) calculate the cost of using electrical appliances where the energy unit is the kW h
Term Formula SI units
Electrical energy
E P t
kWh kW h
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Cost of using electrical appliances Cost Energy Rate
¢ kWh ¢ per kWh
(d) compare the use of non-renewable and renewable energy sources such as fossil fuels, nuclear energy, solar energy, wind energy and hydroelectric generation to generate electricity in terms of energy conversion efficiency, cost per kW h produced and environmental impact
Energysource Renewability
Energy conversion
Source Efficiency Reasons
Fossil fuels Non-renewable
Chemical potential energy
30-40% Good distribution system of electricity from fossil fuels in many countries
Nuclearenergy
Non-renewable
Nuclear energy 30-40% Only a small amount of uranium is needed to generate a large amount of energy
Solar energy Renewable Light energy 10-20% Efficiency is high only when there is daylight and minimal cloud cover
Wind energy Renewable Kinetic energy 30-40% Wind direction and speed varies
Hydroelectricgeneration
Renewable Gravitational potential energy
90% Water flow is concentrated can be easily controlled
Non-renewable energy sources
Energy source Cost per kWh produced Environmental impact
Fossil fuels High costs due to lower availability of fossils higher energy demand
Gases produced as a result of the combustion of fossil fuels are usually pollutive (e.g. may combine with rain to form acid rain)
Nuclear energy
Radioactivity, when leaked, is very expensive to clean up
Radioactivity , when leaked, is difficult and expensive to clean up
Threat to safety as it can cause mutations to humans
Non-renewable energy sources
Energy source
Cost per kWh produced Environmental impact
Cons Pros Cons Pros
Solar energy High costs involved in manufacturing
Cost of fuel (i.e. sunlight) is free
Clean energy
Large areas must be cleared to make space for the solar panels
Wind energy Falling costs due to technological improvements
Cost of fuel (i.e. wind) is free
Clean energy
Spinning turbines cause noise pollution
Hydroelectric
High costs involved in constructing the dam and power
N.A. Clean energy
Dams built may disrupt ecosystems
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generation plant together maintanence in clearing of slit
blocking water flow behind the dam
(e) state the hazards of using electricity in the following situations: (i) damaged insulation (ii) overheating of cables (iii) damp conditions
Hazards of using electricity
Damaged insulation Overheating cables Damp conditions
If one touches the exposed live wire, electrons flow through the body to Earth
May cause severe electric shock, injury and death
Many electrical appliances used concurrently
Total power drawn from the mains supply may be very large
Wires not thick enough will produce high resistance producing more heat
Cable becomes overheated to result in a fire
Water is a good conductor of electricity Provides conducting path for large
current to flow Since the human body has very low
resistance Human body is electrocuted when
current of more than 50 mA flows through
(f) explain the use of fuses and circuit breakers in electrical circuits and of fuse ratings
Safety devices
Use of fuses Use of circuit breakers
Internal wire melts when excessive current flows through
The fuse rating on a fuse indicates the maximum current that can flow through it before the fuse starts to melt
Protects electrical appliances from damage Ensures safety of the user
Switches off electrical supply in a circuit when there is overflow of current
The miniature circuit breaker trips when there is a fault in the circuit
The Earth leakage circuit breaker switches off all circuits in the house when there is an Earth leakage of more than 25 mA from the live to earth wire
Must be replaced May be reset after problem is resolved
(g) explain the need for earthing metal cases and for double insulation
Safety precautions
Need for earthing metal cases Need for double insulation
In case the live wire comes into contact with the metal casing by accident, someone who touches the casing will be electrocuted
To ensure the safety of the user, the metal casing is earthed An earth wire is connected to casing to conduct current away
to the earth directly instead of going through the human body
Appliances with plugs of two pins have no earth wire
Double insulation insulates electric cable from internal components and insulates the internal components from external casing of these appliances
(h) state the meaning of the terms live, neutral and earth
Term Meaning
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Live Wire which delivers electrical energy to appliance at high voltage, allowing the appliance to function
Neutral Wire kept at zero volts which forms a current flow path back to the supply to complete the circuit
Earth Low resistance wire which connects the metal casing of an equipment to Earth, earthing the appliance continuously to ensure electrical safety of the user in case the metal casing becomes live
(i) describe the wiring in a mains plug
Wiring in a mains plug Description
The cable is made up of 3 wires: the live, netural and earth wires
Wire Colour Explanation
Live Brown Wired into the pin on the right A fuse is placed between the live
terminal and the live pin in the circuit The fuse breaks the circuit if too
much current flows
Neutral Blue Wired into the pin on the left
Earth Green and yellow stripes
Wired into the pin on the top
(j) explain why switches, fuses, and circuit breakers are wired into the live conductor
Wiring of safety devices Explanation
Switches, fuses and circuit breakers are wired into the live conductor
Switches, fuses and circuit breakers work by breaking an electric circuit By being wired into live conductor, it will be able to prevent current flow from
flowing into the conductor at all Damage to the conductor is prevented
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20. Magnetism
Content
Laws of magnetism Magnetic properties of matter Magnetic field
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) state the properties of magnets
#Properties of magnets
Aspect Description of property
1 Magnetic poles Have magnetic poles, where the magnetic effects are strongest
2 Alignment when suspended freely Align themselves to the north and south poles of the Earth when suspended freely
3 Interaction with magnetic materials
Attract magnetic materials, which are iron, steel, nickel and cobalt
4 Interaction with other magnets Repel from another magnet with like poles and attracts magnets with unlike poles
5 Identification Can only be identified by repulsion
(b) describe induced magnetism
Meaning of induced magnetism Mechanism of induced magnetism
Magnetic materials are magnetised temporarily when near or in contact with a permanent magnet
Magnetic field from the magnetic material aligns with the domains of the permanent magnet
(c) describe electrical methods of magnetisation and demagnetisation
Electrical magnetisation Electrical demagnetisation
Magnetic object placed in a solenoid (a cylindrical coil of insulated copper wires carrying currents)
Strong magnetic field produced when direct electric current, D.C., flows through the solenoid
The magnetic field produced will magnetise the magnetic object
Field is determined by right-hand grip rule:
Magnet is inserted into a solenoid and an alternating current, A.C., flows through it
When the magnet is withdrawn slowly from the coil, the magnet is constantly being magnetised in opposite directions by the alternating current
The domains in the magnet will be arranged different directions, cancelling their magnetic effect
Magnetic field around the solenoid causes the magnet to lose its magnetism
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Properties of magnetised objects Properties of demagnetised objects
Have properties of a magnet Magnetic domains point in the same direction
Do not have any properties of a magnet Magnetic domains point in random directions No resultant magnetic effect present
(d) draw the magnetic field pattern around a bar magnet and between the poles of two bar magnets (e) describe the plotting of magnetic field lines with a compass
Examples of magnetic field patterns Method to draw magnetic field pattern
The magnetic field pattern of a single permanent magnet is shown on the right
Field lines travel from N to S outside the magnet
Field lines travel from S to N through the magnet
Place the bar magnet at centre of piece of paper so that its North pole faces north and its South pole faces south
Place a compass near one pole of the magnet and mark with dots the positions of the North and South ends of the compass needle, labeling them Y and X respectively
Move the compass such that the south end of the compass needle is exactly over Y
Mark the new posltlon of the north end with a third dot labeled Z
Repeat the above until the compass reaches the other pole of the bar magnet
Join the series of dots with a curve and this will give a field line of the magnetic field
Repeat for more field lines and indicate the direction of the lines
(f) distinguish between the properties and uses of temporary magnets (e.g. iron) and permanent magnets (e.g. steel)
Differences Temporary magnets Permanent magnets
Example Magnetised iron Magnetised steel
Nature Soft magnetic material Hard magnetic material
Ease of magnetisation Easily magnetised Hard to magnetise
Retainment of magnetism Do not easily retain magnetism Easily retains magnetism
Uses Electromagnet Magnetic door catch
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Transformer core Shielding
Moving-coil ammeter Moving-coil loudspeaker
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21. Electromagnetism
Content
Magnetic effect of a current Applications of the magnetic effect of a current Force on a current-carrying conductor The d.c. motor
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) draw the pattern of the magnetic field due to currents in straight wires and in solenoids and state the effect on the magnetic field of changing the magnitude and/or direction of the current
Scenario Patterns of magnetic field due to current
Current in solenoids
Case Clockwise Anti-clockwise
Front-view
The arrows represent the direction of current
A cross indicates magnetic field lines travelling inwards into the plane (away from you)
The arrows represent the direction of current
A dot indicates magnetic field lines travelling outwards from the plane (towards from you)
Representations of arrows and cross/dot can be interchanged (i.e. cross/dot can represent direction of current, arrows represent magnetic field)
Representations of arrows and cross/dot can be interchanged (i.e. cross/dot can represent direction of current, arrows represent magnetic field)
Side-view
Currents in straight wires
Case Current in the same direction Current in opposite directions
Magnetic field
Illustration
Remarks The most common rule used here is the right hand grip rule [which has been illustrated in learning outcome 20(c)]
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(b) describe the application of the magnetic effect of a current in a circuit breaker
Magnetic effect of current
When current is increased to a high level, the solenoid of circuit breaker gains magnetism and becomes a strong electromagnet
Stronger magnetic fields produce a force that enables the solenoid to attract iron armature connected in the circuit, breaking the circuit
When current is within the limit When there is a short circuit or overload
The solenoid magnetic field is not strong enough to attract the soft iron latch
The interrupt point remains closed and current flows normally through the circuit
A sudden surge of current is present Solenoid gains magnetism and becomes a strong
electromagnet due to larger current It is able to attract the soft iron latch and release the spring The safety bar is pushed outward The interrupt point opens and current is cut off
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(c) describe experiments to show the force on a current-carrying conductor, and on a beam of charged particles, in a magnetic field, including the effect of reversing (i) the current (ii) the direction of the field
Current-carrying conductor in magnetic field
Current-carrying
conductorMagnetic field from magnets Explanation
In this case, current that flows outwards in a straight line instead of in a solenoid will cause magnetic field lines to travel anti-clockwise
Field lines at the top of the wire flow in the same direction as the magnetic field from the magnets
On the other hand, field lines at the bottom of the wire flow in the opposite direction as the magnetic field from the magnets
Combined diagram Explanation Experimental setup
As a result, when the conductor is placed in the magnetic field from the magnets, the magnetic field produced above the wire will be much stronger than the magnetic field produced below the wire
The strong resultant magnetic field at the top causes a force to push the conductor downwards
Remarks
The most common rule used here is Fleming’s left-hand rule [which will be illustrated in the next learning outcome]
This rule is used only when current from a source causes a force to be produced
Beam of charged particles in magnetic field
Case Positive charge Negative charge
Force direction
A cross indicates magnetic field lines travelling inwards into the plane (away from you)
Remarks The most common rule used here is Fleming’s left-hand rule [which will be illustrated in the next learning outcome]
This rule is used only when current from a source causes a force to be produced
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(d) deduce the relative directions of force, field and current when any two of these quantities are at right angles to each other using Fleming’s left-hand rule
Fleming’s left-hand rule
Function Illustration using current-carrying conductor Legend
The relative directions of force, field and currents for both a current-carrying conductor and a beam of charged particles illustrated above can be found using your left hand by Fleming’s left-hand rule
This rule is used only when current from a source causes a force to be produced
Finger
Direction
Symbol
1 Force F
2 Magnetic field
B
3 Current I
(e) describe the field patterns between currents in parallel conductors and relate these to the forces which exist between the conductors (excluding the Earth’s field)
Differences Currents in parallel conductors
Case Current in the same direction Current in opposite directions
Magnetic field
Respective
Combined
Illustration
Explanation The magnetic field lines in between the conductors (both currents travelling inwards) are in opposite directions, cancelling out each other
This causes the magnetic field to be stronger in all other areas, pushing the conductors towards each other
The magnetic field lines in between the conductors (currents in opposite directions) are in the same direction , which intensifies the magnetic field present there
Since the magnetic field is now stronger in between the conductors than all the other areas, the conductors are pushed away from each other
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(f) explain how a current-carrying coil in a magnetic field experiences a turning effect and that the effect is increased by increasing (i) the number of turns on the coil (ii) the current
Turning effect due to current-carrying coil in a magnetic field
Case Due to pivot Due to axis
Diagram
Explanation
As current through the thick, stiff copper wire and magnetic field are perpendicular to each other,
by Fleming’s left hand rule, a force is produced that pushes the wire
away from the powerful permanent magnet Since the bent stiff copper or brass wire
acts as a pivot, a perpendicular distance between the pivot
and the force is present, thus a clockwise turning effect is also
produced
As current through the coil and magnetic field are perpendicular to each other at both sides,
by Fleming’s left hand rule, a force is produced The coil at the side nearer to the N pole is
pushed forward as current travels upwards whereas the coil at the side nearer to the
S pole is pushed backward as current as travels downwards
This produces an anti-clockwise turning effect about a central axis (dotted lines)
Increasing force of the turning effect
By increasing number of turns of coil By increasing current
Each loop of wires produces its own magnetic field Since the magnetic field strength is the sum of the field lines, more lines will produce a stronger magnetic field and hence
greater force
A larger current will produce a greater concentration of field lines
A strong field will lead to a larger force
(g) discuss how this turning effect is used in the action of an electric motor
Differences
Uses of electrically produced turning effects
D.C. motors A.C. motors
Examples Toy cars DVDs Hard disks
Electric fans Hair dryers Washing machines
Reason Rotation in a fixed direction is required
Alternating rotation in the clockwise and anticlockwise directions is required
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(h) describe the action of a split-ring commutator in a two-pole, single-coil motor and the effect of winding the coil on to a soft-iron cylinder
Split-ring commutator
Diagram Description
Constant magnetic field by two permanent magnets interacts with the magnetic field in the U-shaped coil due to the direct current
Based on Fleming’s left hand rule, the wires at each side of the coil experience an equal but opposite force
The turning effect created by the two forces causes the coil to rotate continuously in the same direction
Split-ring commutator
Main components Function of components
Two permanent magnets
N and S poles of both magnets face each other Provides the magnetic field (B)
D.C. circuit Provides the direct current flow (I)
Pair of carbon brushes
Maintains continuous contact between the stationary external D.C. circuit and the split-ring commutator, which is linked to the rotating coil
Ensures that the circuit is never broken during rotation
Split-ring commutator
Placed between the coil and carbon brushes Reverses direction of current in the coil every half a turn by the coil Ensures the coil rotates in the same (clockwise) direction thoroughout (if it is a
continuous ring commutator, the coil will rotate in alternate directions instead)
Soft-iron cylindrical core
Winding the coil on to a soft-iron cylindrical core concentrates the magnetic field, increasing magnetic field strength
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22. Electromagnetic Induction
Content
Principles of electromagnetic induction The a.c. generator Use of cathode-ray oscilloscope The transformer
Learning Outcomes
Candidates should be able to:
(a) deduce from Faraday’s experiments on electromagnetic induction or other appropriate experiments: (i) that a changing magnetic field can induce an e.m.f. in a circuit (ii) that the direction of the induced e.m.f. opposes the change producing it
Electromagnetic induction
Laws Faraday’s law Lenz’s law
Definition E.m.f. generated in a conductor is proportional to the rate of
change of the magnetic lines of force linking with the circuit
Direction of the induced e.m.f. and hence the induced current in a closed circuit is always such as to oppose the change in the
applied magnetic field
Principles Changing magnetic field can induce an e.m.f. in a circuit
Direction of the induced e.m.f. opposes the change producing it
Description of principle
Changing magnetic field produces a continuously changing magnetic flux linking with the secondary solenoid
Since Faraday’s law states e.m.f. generated in a conductor
is proportional to the rate of change of the magnetic lines of force linking with the circuit,
e.m.f. will be induced, producing a current that will allow power to be transmitted
Since Lenz’s law states direction of the induced e.m.f.
and hence the induced current in a closed circuit is always such as to oppose the change in the
applied magnetic field, the drawing in of a north pole of a magnet into a
solenoid (or drawing out of a south pole) will produce a north pole at the end of the
solenoid nearest to the magnet as the solenoid will repel the magnet, and vice versa
Experiments
Opposite direction of magnetic field
Opposite direction of magnetic field
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(iii) the factors affecting the magnitude of the induced e.m.f.
Factors to increase the magnitude of induced e.m.f.
Increased number of turns of coil
Increased strength of magnet
Increased speed of movement of magnet or coil
Addition of a soft iron core
Increased number of turns of coil
since more magnetic lines of force
produce stronger magnetic field and hence greater force
Increased strength of magnet
will produce a stronger magnetic field
and hence greater force
Increased speed of movement of magnet or coil in displacement to each other
will increase rate of change of magnetic field lines
and frequency of the emf against time graph
Addition of a soft iron core
since it becomes a magnet within the field lines
such that it increases the concentration of magnetic field lines
The above factors increase the rate of change of magnetic flux linking the circuit and hence emf by Faraday’s law
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(b) describe a simple form of a.c. generator (rotating coil or rotating magnet) and the use of slip rings (where needed) (c) sketch a graph of voltage output against time for a simple a.c. generator
A.C. generator [read ‘Remarks’ to understand Fleming’s right hand rule first]
Diagram of generator Diagram of electrical load Graph of induced e.m.f. / time
A.C. voltage from the generator may be received by an electrical
load (e.g. light bulb) connected to it
Use of slip rings Description of action of A.C. generator
Keeps the electrical load in a fixed position (instead of rotating continuously)
Maintains continuous contact with the carbon brushes when the coil is rotating
This ensures that the alternating current induced in the coil is transferred to the external circuit
Electromagnetic device which transforms mechanical energy into electrical energy
Coil is rotated (usually with a handle) about an axis between the two opposing poles of a permanent magnet
When rectangular coil is parallel to the magnetic lines of force, both sides of the coil cuts through the magnetic field lines at the greatest rate, hence induced e.m.f. is maximum
The next time rectangular coil becomes parallel to the magnetic lines of force, current will be reversed and thus induced e.m.f. will be minimum
When rectangular coil is perpendicular to the magnetic lines of force, it is not cutting through the magnetic field lines
The rate of change of magnetic lines of force at this instance is zero, hence no e.m.f. is induced
Remarks
The most common rule used here is Fleming’s right-hand rule, which is used when the application of a force causes current to be produced
This is as opposed to Fleming’s left-hand rule, which is used only when current from a source causes a force to be produced
Factors affecting graph of induced e.m.f. against time
Number of coils Strength of magnet Speed of rotation
When number of coils doubles, amplitude doubles, frequency doubles and
When strength of magnet doubles, only amplitude doubles
When speed of rotation doubles, only amplitude doubles
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(d) describe the use of a cathode-ray oscilloscope (c.r.o.) to display waveforms and to measure potential differences and short intervals of time (detailed circuits, structure and operation of the c.r.o. are not required)
Cathode-ray oscilloscope
Diagram for understanding only Mechanism for understanding only
The electron gun emits a cathode-ray (i.e. beam of electrons) through thermonic emission
The electron beam then strikes the flourescent screen, forming a bright spot
The deflection system of X and Y plates controls the position the electrons strike on the fluorescent screen
It does so by varying the voltage across the X and/or Y plates
Uses Component required to function
Measure potential differences
Voltage to be measured is applied to the Y-plates via the Y-input terminals
Display waveforms of potential differences
The voltage measured is displayed on the fluorescent screen Time-base is switched off to show a fixed voltage or the amplitude of varying voltage Time-base is switched on to check for varying voltage or its frequency and
wavelength
Measure short time intervals
The device used to measure short time intervals between occurrences (e.g. microphone, when a sound is received at intervals) transmits the information received into voltage
The voltage display shown represents the short time intervals to be measured
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(e) interpret c.r.o. displays of waveforms, potential differences and time intervals to solve related problems
Time base / Hz Y-gain / V
Signals being measured will have a wide range of frequencies Adjusting the time base of input allows us to view the signals to a
appropriate range on the screen
The gain determines sensitivity of oscilloscope
Adjusted to measure the voltage
Examples Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Example 4
Input 2 V -4 V 20 V -20 V
Y-gain 1 V/div 2 V/div 5 V/div 5 V/div
Gain-input relationship
Line is produced2/1 = 2 div above
Line is produced-4/2 = 2 div below
Normal sine curve 20/5 = 4 div
Inverted sine curve 20/5 = 4 div
A.C. Input Not A.C. (i.e. 0 Hz) Not A.C. (i.e. 0 Hz) 50 Hz 25 Hz
Time base 25 Hz 25 Hz 25 Hz 25 Hz
Cycles 0/25 = 0 Cycles 0/25 = 0 Cycles 50/25 = 2 Cycles 50/25 = 1 Cycle
Graph
Graph when time base is turned off
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(f) describe the structure and principle of operation of a simple iron-cored transformer as used for voltage transformations
Simple iron-cored transformer
Structure Principle
Primary coil is wound on one side of laminated soft iron core and secondary coil on the other side with different number of turns
The lamination reduces heat loss due to eddy currents in the soft iron core
Applied alternating voltage at primary coil sets up changing magnetic field passing through soft core to the secondary coil
Since Faraday’s law states e.m.f. generated in a conductor is proportional to rate of change of magnetic lines of force linking with the circuit,
alternating current at the secondary coil produces a changing magnetic field (based on the turns ratio) which induces e.m.f. by electromagnetic induction
(g) recall and apply the equations VP / VS = NP / NS and VPIP = VSIS to new situations or to solve related problems (for an ideal transformer)
Term Equations
Turns ratio
Power for transformersof 100% efficiency
Power for transformersof less than 100% efficiency
(h) describe the energy loss in cables and deduce the advantages of high voltage transmission
Energy loss in cables Advantages of high voltage transmission
Energy loss is due to Joule heating as the product of time, square of current flow and resistance of cables
A decrease of either current flow or resistance of cables or both will decrease energy loss
Having increased voltage will reduce current flow but increase insulation costs
Having thick cables will reduce resistance but increase construction costs
As output power is the product of voltage and current, increased voltage will reduce current flow greatly
Since Joule heating is the product of the square of current flow and resistance of cables
Power loss in the form of heat is thus decreased, allowing more power to be transmitted to households
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