WBBSE Class 9 Physical Science Test
Paper: Chapter 1 - Measurement
Total Marks: 100
Section A: Very Short Answer Questions (20 marks)
Answer all questions. Each question carries 2 marks.
1. Define a physical quantity.
2. What is the significance of mentioning units in measurements?
3. Which instrument is used to measure the weight of a body?
4. Classify litre as a fundamental unit or a derived unit and justify your answer.
5. What is the SI unit of temperature?
6. Explain the distinction between scalar and vector quantities.
7. In which situation would you choose to measure distance in light years?
Section B: Short Answer Questions (40 marks)
Answer any four questions. Each question carries 10 marks.
8. Differentiate between fundamental and derived units with suitable examples.
9. Explain why temperature is specified in the measurement of liquid densities,
particularly at 4°C.
10. Why do we prefer using a spring balance for measuring weight over a common
balance? Discuss their working principles.
11. Calculate how many fundamental physical quantities are involved in determining the
momentum of an object.
12. Describe the method for measuring the volume of an irregularly shaped solid using a
measuring cylinder.
Section C: Long Answer Questions (40 marks)
Answer any four questions. Each question carries 10 marks.
13. Discuss the characteristics of fundamental units and briefly explain the SI system of
measurement.
14. Provide an in-depth comparison between scalar and vector quantities, including their
mathematical operations.
15. Explain the principles and requirements for a sensitive balance, including its
applications in scientific measurements.
16. Derive the dimensions of force and prove that power has the same dimensions as
energy.
17. A piece of iron has a mass of 760 g and occupies a volume of 100 cm³. Calculate its
density and convert it to SI units.
Instructions:
• Write answers in clear and concise language.
• Show all calculations where applicable.
• Make sure to label diagrams clearly if you use any
WBBSE Class 9 Physical Science Test
Paper
Chapter 2: Force and Motion
Total Marks: 100
Duration: 2 hours
Section A: Very Short Answer Questions (20 marks)
Answer any 10 questions. Each question carries 2 marks.
1. Differentiate between mass and weight.
2. Explain why the weight of a body decreases when taken to a high altitude.
3. What type of balance is used to measure mass?
4. Describe the principle of a solar cooker.
5. Give an example of energy transformation in a dynamo.
6. What is the SI unit of speed?
7. Define velocity and provide its unit.
8. Describe what happens to the weight of an object in an artificial satellite.
9. State the law of conservation of energy.
10. Is wood considered matter? Justify your answer.
11. Write the relationship between mass and weight.
12. What is an example of sound energy being converted to electrical energy?
Section B: Short Answer Questions (30 marks)
Answer any 5 questions. Each question carries 6 marks.
1. Discuss the differences between speed and velocity.
2. How does gravitational pull affect the weight of an object on different planets?
3. Explain Newton’s first law of motion with a suitable example.
4. What are non-conventional sources of energy? List three examples.
5. Define inertia and explain its significance in motion.
6. Explain why astronauts can carry heavier loads on the Moon compared to Earth.
7. Provide a comprehensive explanation of how tidal energy is harnessed.
Section C: Long Answer Questions (30 marks)
Answer any 3 questions. Each question carries 10 marks.
1. Explain the transformation of energy in a hydroelectric power station, linking it back
to solar energy.
2. Discuss the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of objects,
providing real-world examples.
3. Derive the equation for the relationship between weight and mass, including the
factors affecting gravitational force.
4. Describe the experiments that demonstrate the conservation of mass in a closed
system.
5. Analyze the principles of kinetic and potential energy with examples of their
transformation in a pendulum.
Section D: Numerical Problems (20 marks)
Answer any 4 questions. Each question carries 5 marks.
1. A body has a mass of 50 kg. Calculate its weight on the surface of the Earth where g
= 9.81 m/s².
2. If the weight of an object on the surface of the Earth is 300 N, what is its mass?
3. A vehicle with a mass of 900 kg accelerates at a rate of 5 m/s². Calculate the net
force acting on the vehicle.
4. If a force of 60 N causes an acceleration of 4 m/s² on an object, what is the mass of
that object?
5. Calculate the acceleration of a 15 kg object if a force of 45 N is applied.
Instructions:
• Write all answers clearly in the answer booklet provided.
• Use appropriate diagrams where necessary to enhance your explanations.
• Make sure to check your calculations before submitting the paper
WBBSE Class 9 Physical Science - Atomic
Structure Test Paper
Total Marks: 100
Duration: 2 hours
Section A: Very Short Answer Questions (20 marks)
(2 marks each)
1. Which fundamental particle is responsible for carrying a positive charge?
2. What is the maximum capacity of K shell to accommodate electrons?
3. Describe the structure of an electron shell.
4. Who discovered the neutron?
5. Define isotope.
6. Explain the significance of atomic number in identifying an element.
7. What is the charge of a neutron?
8. How many protons are present in an atom of magnesium (Mg)?
9. What is heavy water, and what is its chemical formula?
10. Name the element with atomic number 92.
Section B: Short Answer Questions (40 marks)
(5 marks each)
11. Explain how ions are formed from neutral atoms. Illustrate with examples of cations
and anions.
12. Describe the differences between atomic number and mass number.
13. What are nucleons? Discuss their role in the atomic structure.
14. State some postulates of Dalton's atomic theory.
15. Discuss the significance of neutrons in the formation of isotopes.
16. Explain the concept of nuclear force and its role in atomic stability.
17. Describe the differences in physical and chemical properties among isotopes of a
given element.
18. Describe Rutherford’s experiment and what conclusions can be drawn from it.
Section C: Long Answer Questions (40 marks)
(10 marks each)
19. Compare and contrast Rutherford’s model with Bohr’s model of the atom. Discuss
their contributions to atomic theory.
20. Discuss the process of radioactivity and its applications in various fields, including
medicine and industry.
21. Calculate the number of neutrons in uranium-238 and explain how this relates to its
stability as an isotope.
22. Define atomic mass and explain why most atomic weights of elements are not whole
numbers. Provide examples to illustrate your explanation.
Section D: Numerical Problems (20 marks)
(10 marks each)
23. Calculate the number of protons and neutrons in Cu (Copper) if its atomic
number is 29 and mass number is 63.
24. Given that the atomic mass of chlorine is approximately 35.5, calculate the
fractional atomic mass based on its isotopic composition if it consists of 75.4% of
chlorine-35 and 24.6% of chlorine-37.
Instructions:
• Answer all questions in the provided answer sheets.
• Attempt all sections.
• For numerical problems, show all calculations clearly.
• Use appropriate scientific terminologies and units where necessary
