Cambridge IGCSE Physics
Cambridge IGCSE Physics Stars and the Universe Exam Questions
Free Cambridge IGCSE Physics exam questions on Stars and the Universe, with mark schemes. Covers the Sun, stellar life cycles, galaxies, redshift and the Big Bang.
Stars and the Universe exam questions
These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of 6 Space Physics, including Stars and the Universe. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.
About Cambridge IGCSE Physics Stars and the Universe
This sub-topic covers stars and cosmology.
What you need to know
- Stars Nuclear fusion and life cycles.
- Galaxies The Milky Way and light years.
- Expansion Redshift, Hubble constant and CMB.
Common mistakes in Stars and the Universe
- Saying fusion happens in planets.
- Mixing redshift with colour.
Try two Stars and the Universe exam-style questions
1. State the energy source of stars. (1 mark)
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Nuclear fusion of hydrogen.
2. Give one piece of evidence for the Big Bang. (1 mark)
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Cosmic microwave background radiation.
Stars and the Universe FAQs
What does this cover?
Stars, galaxies and the Big Bang.
What is a light year?
The distance light travels in a year.
Revise this topic with flashcards: Cambridge IGCSE Physics 0625 Flashcards, with mark scheme answers for Anki and Quizlet.