PHYSICAL SCIENCES

TEST 4
04 SEPTEMBER 2022

GRADE 12
TIME: 2 HOURS
NAME: __________________________________________________________
SCHOOL: ________________________________________________________

Question 1 [Multiple Questions] Do not write in the table below: For the marker’s use only

Answer Question Maximum Mark Mark Obtained

s
1.1
1.2 Q1 10

1.3
1.4 Q2 22
1.5
25
Q3
28
Q4
25
Q5
 TOTAL 110

% 100

GOOD LUCK!

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Write your name in the appropriate space on the ANSWER BOOK.

2. This question paper consists of FIVE questions. Answer ALL the questions in the
ANSWER BOOK.
3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question
paper.
5. Leave ONE line between two sub questions, for example between QUESTION 2.1 and
QUESTION 2.2.
6. Write neatly and legibly.

7. You may use a non-programmable calculator.

8. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
9. YOU ARE ADVISED TO USE THE ATTACHED DATA SHEETS.
10. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.

11. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
12. Give brief motivations, discussions, et cetera where required.

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QUESTION 1 [MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS]
Four options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Each
question has only ONE correct answer. Write only the letter (A–D) next to the question
number (1.1–1.10) in the ANSWER BOOK

1.1 Which one of the following graphs best represents the relationship between
electrical power (P) and current (I) for a resistor of constant resistance?

(2)

1.2 In the circuit shown below the resistances of the battery, switch and connecting
wires can be ignored. Both voltmeters have high resistances. The resistors are
identical.

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 How do the readings on V1 and V2 change when the switch (S) is closed?

V1 V2
A Increase Decrease
B Decrease Increase
C Increase Increase
D No change Decrease
(2)

1.3 A metal sphere K has a charge of +4 nC and an identical sphere L has a charge
of –8 nC. When the spheres are 5 mm apart, sphere K exerts a force 𝑭 on
sphere L.

The spheres are then touched together and then replaced in their original
position 5 mm apart. What is the magnitude of the force that sphere K now exerts
on sphere L?
1
A 8F

1
B 4F
1
C 2F
D F (2)

1.4 In experiments to demonstrate the photoelectric effect, a beam of light with a

single frequency was shone onto a clean, potassium metal surface. The

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 maximum kinetic energy of the ejected electrons was measured. The experiment
was repeated with copper instead of potassium.

The work function of copper is double the work function of potassium.

Which ONE of the following maximum kinetic energy vs frequency graphs below
would best represent the results for copper (_____) and potassium (- - - -) ?

(2)

1.5 The simplified diagram of an electric motor is shown below.

B C
N S

A D

 

When the switch is closed, coil ABCD rotates …

A clockwise.
B anticlockwise.

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 C clockwise until it reaches the vertical position and then reverses
its direction.
D anticlockwise until it reaches the vertical position and then reverses
its direction. (2)
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SECTION B

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1. Answer this section in the ANSWER BOOK.

2. Start each question on a NEW page.
3. Leave one line between two subsections, for example between QUESTIONS
3.1 and 3.2.
4. The formulae and substitutions must be shown in ALL calculations.
5. Round off your answers to TWO decimal places.

QUESTION 2 (Start on a new page.)

Two identical isolated metal spheres, R and T, carry charges of + 6nC and
+10 nC as shown in the diagram below.

R T

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 + 10
+ 6 nC nC

2.1 Sketch the electric field lines around the two charged spheres. (2)
The two spheres are brought together and allowed to touch each other. The
spheres are then separated to a distance of 1,8 m apart.
2.
2 Calculate the new charge on each sphere. (2)
2.
3 Calculate the number of electrons transferred while the spheres were
touching. (2)
2.
4 Did the electrons move from sphere R to T or from sphere T to R while the
spheres were touching? (1)

A third sphere S with a charge of − 5 nC is placed between the original spheres

R and T at a distance of 0,7 m from sphere R

0,7 m

R S T
+ 10
+ 6 nC – 5 nC nC

1,8 m

2.
5 State Coulomb's Law. (2)

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 2.
6 Calculate the magnitude of the net force acting on sphere S due to spheres
R and T. (6)

2.7 Two other charged particles Q1 and Q2 are placed 25,0 cm apart along a straight
line. The charge on Q1 is -6, 25 nC and the charge Q2 is -12,5 nC. Point A is
10,0 cm west of charge Q2 and point B is 10,0 cm west of charge Q1, as the
diagram below illustrates.

2.7.1 Describe the term electric field. (2)

2.7.2 Calculate the magnitude of the net electric field at point B due to point charges
Q1 and Q2. (5)

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QUESTION 3 (Start on a new page.)

3.1 The circuit diagram represented below is used to investigate the relationship
between the current and the potential difference across resistor R.

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The results obtained are used to draw the graph below:

For this investigation, write down the:

3.1.1 Dependent variable (1)

3.1.2 Control variable (1)
3.1.3 Conclusion that can be drawn from the graph (2)

The resistance of resistor R must be determined using the gradient of the graph.

3.1.4 Calculate the resistance of resistor R. (3)

3.2 An electric circuit is set up as shown in the diagram below. The resistances of the
switch, ammeters and connecting wires are negligible. The voltmeters have very
high resistance.

The battery has an emf (ε) of 12 V and has significant internal resistance (r).

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 The switch 1 S is CLOSED. The ammeter A2 reads 0,2 A and the voltmeter V2
reads 5,5 V.

3.2.1 Define emf. (2)

3.2.2 Calculate the reading on ammeter A1 . (3)
3.2.3 Calculate the resistance of resistor X. (3)
3.2.4 Calculate the total external resistance of the circuit. (3)
3.2.5 Calculate the internal resistance (r) of the battery. (3)

3.3 Resistor X is replaced by a new resistor of greater resistance than that of X.

3.3.1 Will the reading on the voltmeter V1 connected across the terminals of the
battery INCREASE, DECREASE or REMAIN THE SAME? (1)

3.3.2 Explain your answer to Question 3.2.1, making reference to

relevant formulae. (3)

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QUESTION 4 (Start on a new page.)
4.1 The sketch below shows a simple dc motor.

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 4.1
.1 Describe the energy conversion that takes place in the dc motor. (2)
4.1
.2 Name the law used to predict the direction of rotation of the coil. (1)
4.1
.3 Predict whether the coil will rotate clockwise or anti-clockwise. (1)
4.1 Name and state the function of part A, and describe briefly how
.4 it
achieves this function. (3)

4.2 The coil of an AC generator rotates at a constant rate in a magnetic field as

shown below.

[Adapted from Physics HSC exam 2002]

4.2
.1 Explain briefly why an emf is induced in the coil. (2)
4.2 Draw a sketch graph showing emf against position for the
.2 coil ,
marking P, Q, R, S and T on the x-axis. (3)

This generator with a maximum voltage of 24 V and frequency 50 Hz is

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connected to a resistor with a resistance of 265 Ω.
Calculate:
4.2.3 The rms current. (5)
4.2.4 The average power dissipated in the resistor. (3)

4.3 An electric kettle is rated 240 V; 1 800 W.

4.3.1 What does 'rated 240 V; 1 800 W' mean in regard to how this kettle
works? (2)
4.3.2 Calculate the current drawn by the kettle when connected to a 240 V
source. (3)
4.3.3 Calculate the cost of using the kettle for 15 minutes if electricity costs
R1,40 per kWh. (3)
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QUESTION 5 (Start on a new page.)
The longest wavelength that will cause electrons to be ejected from a sodium
metal surface when light is shone on the metal is 583 nm.

5.1 Define threshold frequency. (2)

5.2 Calculate the threshold frequency for sodium metal. (3)
5.3 Hence, calculate the work function of sodium metal. (3)

A low intensity light of wavelength of 450 nm is incident on the sodium.

5.4 Calculate the kinetic energy of the ejected electrons. (4)

A higher intensity light, also of wavelength 450 nm, replaces the low intensity
light

5.5 What will the effect be of the higher intensity light on

5.5.2 the kinetic energy of the ejected electrons? (2)

5.5.2 the number of ejected electrons? (2)

5.6 The four emission lines P, Q, R and S in the hydrogen spectrum are illustrated

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 in the diagram.

The wavelengths of the four emission lines are provided in the table:

Frequencies associated with these wavelengths are emitted when electrons move from
a higher energy level to the –3,4 eV energy level.

5.6.1 Calculate the value of the energy of the light associated with the
emission line S. (4)
5.6.2 Which emission line is produced by the transition from the highest energy
level to the –3,4 eV energy level? Briefly explain your answer. (3)

5.6.3 State why knowledge of the emission line wavelengths is useful to

scientists to identify substances. (2)
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T0TAL MARKS: 110

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 DATA FOR PHYSICAL SCIENCES GRADE 12
PAPER 1 (PHYSICS)

TABLE 1: PHYSICAL CONSTANTS:

NAME/NAAM SYMBOL/SIMBOOL VALUE/WAARDE

Acceleration due to gravity g 9,8 m·s-2

Swaartekragversnelling
Gravitational constant G 6,67 x 10-11 N⋅m2⋅kg-2
Swaartekragkonstante
Radius of Earth RE 6,38 x 106 m
Straal van Aarde
Coulomb’s constant K 9,0 x 109 N⋅m2·C-2
Coulomb se konstante
Speed of light in a vacuum
c 3,0 x 108 m·s-1
Spoed van lig in 'n vakuum

Charge on electron e -1,6 x 10-19 C

Lading op electron
Electron mass me 9,11 x 10-31 kg
Elektronmassa

TABLE 2: FORMULAE

MOTION

v f =v i +a Δt Δx=v i Δt+ 12 aΔt 2 or/ofΔy =v i Δt+ 12 aΔt 2

v 2=v 2 + 2 aΔx
f i or/of
v 2=v 2 + 2 aΔy
f i Δx= ( 2 )
vi + vf
Δt
or/of
(
v + vf
Δy = i
2
Δt )
FORCE

F net =ma p = mv

F net Δt =mΔv
w = mg
Δp=mvf −mvi
Gm1 m2 GM
F= g=
r 2
r2

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 fk fs
μk = μs = ( maks)
N N

WORK ENERGY AND POWER

W =FΔx cos θ U =mgh or/of E p=mgh

1 1
W net =ΔK or/of
W net =ΔE k
K= mv 2 E k= mv 2
2 or/of 2 ΔK =K f −K i ΔE k =E kf −E ki
or/of

W nc= ΔK + ΔU W nc= ΔE k +ΔE p W

or/of P=
Δt
Pave =Fv ave

WAVES, SOUND AND LIGHT

1
v=fλ T=
f
v±v L hf
f L= fs E=
v±v s E=hf or/of λ

E=W o +K max or/of E=W o +Ek (max ) where

1 2 1
K = mv E k ( max)= mv 2max
E=hf andW 0 =hf 0 and max
2 max or/of 2

ELECTROSTATICS

kQ1 Q2 kQ
F= 2
E=
r2
r 9 2 -2
(k =9,0 x 10 N⋅m ·C ) (k =9,0 x 109 N⋅m2·C-2)

F W
E= V=
q q

Q Q
n= n=
e of/or qe

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CURRENT ELECTRICITY QDW

V
R= emk (ε )=I ( R+r )
I
R = r 1 + r 2 + r 3 + ...
1 1 1 1 q=IΔt
= + + + ...
R r 1 r 2 r3
W = Vq
W
P=
Δt
W = VI Δ t
P = VI

W= I2R Δ t
P = I2R

V 2 Δt V2
P=
W= R R

ALTERNATING CURRENT
I max Pave =V rms I rms
I rms=
√2 Pave =I 2rms R
V max V 2rms
V rms = Pave =
√2 R

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