OCR A Level Physics A
OCR A Level Physics A Oscillations and Gravitational Fields Exam Questions
Free OCR A Level Physics A exam questions on Oscillations and Gravitational Fields, with mark schemes. Covers thermal physics, ideal gases, circular motion, simple harmonic motion and gravitational fields.
Oscillations and Gravitational Fields exam questions
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OCR A Level Physics A H556 Flashcards (Anki & Quizlet)
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About OCR A Level Physics A Oscillations and Gravitational Fields
This topic covers a broad section of Newtonian physics.
What you need to know
- Thermal physics Specific heat and latent heat; ideal gases.
- Circular motion Centripetal force and angular velocity.
- SHM a = −ω²x, energy and damping.
- Gravitational fields Newton's law, g, potential and Kepler's third law.
Common mistakes in Oscillations and Gravitational Fields
- Using Celsius in gas laws.
- Forgetting gravitational potential is negative.
- Mixing amplitude and displacement.
Try three Oscillations and Gravitational Fields exam-style questions
1. Find the period of SHM with ω = 4π rad s⁻¹. (1 mark)
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0.50 s.
2. State Kepler's third law. (1 mark)
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T² is proportional to r³.
3. Calculate energy to melt 0.20 kg of ice (L = 3.34 x 10⁵ J kg⁻¹). (1 mark)
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6.7 x 10⁴ J.
Oscillations and Gravitational Fields FAQs
What does this topic cover?
Thermal physics, circular motion, SHM and gravitation.
Which practicals link here?
Specific heat capacity and investigating SHM.
What is a geostationary orbit?
An orbit with a 24 hour period above the equator.
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