Cambridge IGCSE Physics
Cambridge IGCSE Physics Electrical Safety Exam Questions
Free Cambridge IGCSE Physics exam questions on Electrical Safety, with mark schemes. Covers hazards, fuses, circuit breakers, earthing and double insulation.
Electrical Safety exam questions
Every Cambridge IGCSE Physics past paper question on Topic 4, collected into one pack with the mark schemes. Answer them without notes, mark them line by line, then move on to full past papers.
About Cambridge IGCSE Physics Electrical Safety
This sub-topic covers using electricity safely.
What you need to know
- Hazards Damaged insulation and overheating.
- Protection Fuses, trip switches and earthing.
- Double insulation Casing that cannot become live.
Common mistakes in Electrical Safety
- Wrong fuse rating.
- Saying the earth wire carries current normally.
Try two Electrical Safety exam-style questions
1. Explain how earthing protects a user. (2 marks)
Show the mark scheme answer
If the case becomes live, current flows to earth (1), blowing the fuse (1).
2. Choose a fuse for 4 A: 3 A, 5 A or 13 A. (1 mark)
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5 A.
Electrical Safety FAQs
What does this cover?
Electrical hazards and protection.
Why is the fuse on the live wire?
To disconnect the live supply.
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