Class 9 ICSE Physics Question Paper (80 Marks)
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📝 Attempt all questions from Section A and any four questions from Section B.
SECTION A (40 Marks) – Compulsory
Attempt all questions.
Question 1 (2 × 5 = 10 marks)
(a) State the two laws of reflection of light.
(b) Define specific heat capacity and mention its SI unit.
(c) Differentiate between conduction and convection of heat.
(d) A concave mirror has a focal length of 15 cm. Find the radius of curvature.
(e) Why are metals good conductors of heat?
Question 2 (2 × 5 = 10 marks)
(a) Define momentum and write its SI unit.
(b) State Newton’s Third Law of Motion with an example.
(c) Name the principle on which a hydraulic press works.
(d) Define the principal focus of a convex mirror.
(e) Why do astronauts appear weightless in space?
Question 3 (2 × 5 = 10 marks)
(a) Define power and give its SI unit.
(b) State the principle of conservation of energy.
(c) A force of 20 N displaces an object by 5 m in the direction of force. Find the work done.
(d) Write any two differences between mass and weight.
(e) What is a kilowatt-hour?
Question 4 (2 × 5 = 10 marks)
(a) Define pressure and give its SI unit.
(b) Why does mercury not wet glass?
(c) Why do vehicles have shock absorbers?
(d) State the formula for magnification in spherical mirrors.
(e) How does a convex mirror help in vehicles?
SECTION B (40 Marks) – Attempt any Four Questions
Question 5 (10 Marks)
(a) Draw a ray diagram to show image formation by a concave mirror when the object is placed
beyond the center of curvature. (3 Marks)
(b) Explain the functioning of a calorimeter with a labeled diagram. (3 Marks)
(c) A 1000 W heater is used for 2 hours. Find the electrical energy consumed in kWh. (4 Marks)
Question 6 (10 Marks)
(a) State the principle of moments and give one example. (3 Marks)
(b) A force of 50 N is applied on a body of mass 5 kg. Calculate the acceleration produced. (3 Marks)
(c) A machine has a power of 200 W and does 6000 J of work. Find the time taken. (4 Marks)
Question 7 (10 Marks)
(a) Explain latent heat of fusion and latent heat of vaporization with examples. (3 Marks)
(b) Why is ventilation necessary in rooms? (3 Marks)
(c) Derive the equation of motion: v=u+atv = u + atv=u+at. (4 Marks)
Question 8 (10 Marks)
(a) State Archimedes' Principle and give one application. (3 Marks)
(b) Differentiate between convex and concave mirrors (any 3 points). (3 Marks)
(c) A mirror produces an image magnified by 2 when an object is placed 15 cm in front of it. Find
the focal length of the mirror. (4 Marks)
Question 9 (10 Marks)
(a) Explain why cooking is faster in a pressure cooker. (3 Marks)
(b) State the factors affecting the boiling point of a liquid. (3 Marks)
(c) A stone of mass 2 kg is dropped from a height of 20 m. Find the kinetic energy just before it hits
the ground. (4 Marks)
Question 10 (10 Marks)
(a) Explain the construction and working of a simple pendulum. (3 Marks)
(b) State two differences between reflection and refraction. (3 Marks)
(c) A force of 500 N is applied to a 5 m long spanner. Find the moment of force. (4 Marks)
Marking Scheme:
Section A (Compulsory): 4 × 10 = 40 Marks
Section B (Any 4 Questions): 10 × 4 = 40 Marks
Total = 80 Marks
