Physics (A) J249,01 Foundation June 2022 , OCR GCSE Past Papers with Mark Schemes

1. Forces and Motion – Calculation of kinetic energy, moments, and forces in equilibrium; analysis of displacement-time and velocity-time graphs; effects of force changes on motion.

2. Electricity and Circuits – Current and resistance calculations; understanding induced magnets; impact of switch operations on potential difference and circuit current.

3. Thermal and Energy Transfer – Specific heat capacity experiment; density comparisons of different materials; changes in pressure and volume in gases.

4. Magnetism and Electromagnetism – Magnetic field investigations; behavior of fridge magnets; plotting magnetic field lines using a compass.

5. Power and Energy Calculations – Calculating energy use in electrical appliances; comparing efficiency in different mechanical systems; measuring work done in lifting objects.

6. Experimental Methods and Data Analysis – Improving accuracy in measuring resistance; evaluating experimental errors; controlling variables in physics investigations.