OCR A Level Physics A

OCR A Level Physics A Work, Energy and Power Exam Questions

Free OCR A Level Physics A exam questions on Work, Energy and Power, with mark schemes. Covers work done, conservation of energy, kinetic and gravitational potential energy, power and efficiency.

Work, Energy and Power exam questions

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About OCR A Level Physics A Work, Energy and Power

This topic covers energy transfers.

What you need to know

  • Work W = Fx cos θ.
  • Energy Ek and Ep calculations.
  • Power P = W/t and P = Fv.
  • Efficiency Useful over total energy.

Common mistakes in Work, Energy and Power

  • Missing cos θ.
  • Forgetting to square v.
  • Confusing energy and power units.

Try three Work, Energy and Power exam-style questions

1. Find Ek of a 1200 kg car at 15 m s⁻¹. (1 mark)

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135 kJ.

2. Define the joule. (1 mark)

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Work done by 1 N moving 1 m in the force's direction.

3. A motor lifts 50 N by 2.0 m in 4.0 s. Find power. (1 mark)

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25 W.

Work, Energy and Power FAQs

What does this topic cover?

Work, energy, power and efficiency.

Is energy always conserved?

Yes, though it may be transferred to less useful stores.

What is P = Fv used for?

Power of a vehicle at constant speed.