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Edexcel International GCSE Physics Mains Electricity Exam Questions

Free Edexcel International GCSE Physics exam questions on Mains Electricity, with mark schemes. Covers plugs, fuses, earthing, circuit breakers and electrical power.

Mains Electricity exam questions

These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of Section 2: Electricity, including Mains Electricity. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.

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About Edexcel International GCSE Physics Mains Electricity

This sub-topic covers using mains electricity safely.

What you need to know

  • Safety Fuses, earth wires, double insulation and circuit breakers.
  • Power P = IV and E = IVt.
  • AC and DC Differences between them.

Common mistakes in Mains Electricity

  • Choosing a fuse below the normal current.
  • Mixing live and neutral.

Try two Mains Electricity exam-style questions

1. Find the current for a 2300 W kettle on 230 V. (1 mark)

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10 A.

2. Explain how a fuse protects an appliance. (2 marks)

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If current is too high the fuse melts (1), breaking the circuit (1).

Mains Electricity FAQs

What does this cover?

Mains safety and power.

What colour is the earth wire?

Green and yellow.