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GCSE Physics Exam-Style Questions: Energy Calculations and Equations

Question 1

Q1. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)

Define potential energy and state its unit.

Question 2

Q2. Application (3 marks)

Explain the principle of conservation of energy.

Question 3

Q3. Calculations (4 marks)

A 2 kg object falls from a height of 10m. Calculate its kinetic energy at the moment it hits the ground. (g = 9.8 m/s²)

Question 4

Q4. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

What is the formula for calculating the work done by a force?

Question 5

Q5. Application (2 marks)

Describe how energy is transferred when an object is lifted from the ground.

Question 6

Q6. Calculations (3 marks)

A 500J force is applied to an object that moves 25m in the direction of the force. Calculate the power transferred.

Question 7

Q7. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)

Name two forms of energy that are dissipated as heat.

Question 8

Q8. Application (3 marks)

Explain why a power station generates electricity using heat.

Question 9

Q9. Calculations (4 marks)

A car travels at a constant speed of 20 m/s. It has a mass of 1000 kg. Calculate its kinetic energy.

Question 10

Q10. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

What is the unit of power?