Cambridge IGCSE · 0625 · Paper 1 · Multiple choice (Core)
Physics 0625/13 May/June 2026 past paper
Cambridge IGCSE Physics (0625) Paper 1 (Multiple choice (Core)), variant 3, May/June 2026: the question paper and its official mark scheme, 40 questions worth 40 marks. Free to open, no account needed.
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Questions in 0625/13 May/June 2026
- Question 1
A stone has an irregular shape. Which apparatus is needed to find its volume? A a thermometer B a measuring cylinder C a protractor D a ruler
- Question 2
What is the definition of velocity? A change in speed B distance travelled divided by the time taken C magnitude of the speed D speed in a given direction
- Question 3
Which speed–time graph is for an object that travels 20 m in …
- Question 4
Which row about weight and gravitational field strength is correct? weight is gravitational field strength is A equivalent to the acceleration of free fall the gravitational force per unit mass B equivalent to the acceleration of free fall the gravitational …
- Question 5
The table shows the densities of three liquids. liquid 3 cm / g density oil 0.8 water 1.0 brine 1.2 A student has four balls with different masses and volumes. Which ball would float on brine but sink in oil …
- Question 6
- Question 7
What is the name of the point through which the weight of an object appears to act? A the centre of gravity B the moment C the pivot D the turning point
- Question 8
An electric car is travelling at constant velocity along a straight horizontal road. Which row shows the energy changes that are taking place? energy store decreasing transfer process energy store increasing A chemical electrical thermal B chemical electrical kinetic C …
- Question 9
Which statement is correct? A Energy is the power transferred per unit time. B Energy is the time transferred per unit power. C Power is the energy transferred per unit time. D Power is the time transferred per unit energy.
- Question 10
Sea water is denser than fresh water. Where is the pressure on a diver greatest? …
- Question 11
The air pressure in a car tyre is measured on a warm day. The pressure is then measured again during the cold night. The air pressure in the tyre has decreased. There are no air leaks in the tyre. Why …
- Question 12
Which equation is used to convert temperatures between T in kelvin and in degrees Celsius? …
- Question 13
The diagram shows a lorry travelling under electricity transmission cables. What is a possible hazard when the cables are too long? A In cold conditions, the cables contract and might be hit by the lorry. B In hot conditions, the …
- Question 14
Which statement is correct about the particles of a substance after condensation? A They are close to each other and slide over each other. B They are close to each other and vibrate about fixed points. C They are far …
- Question 15
At the surface of a liquid, the more-energetic molecules can escape from the liquid into the atmosphere. Which name is given to this process? A boiling B condensation C evaporation D melting
- Question 16
Convection is an important method of thermal energy transfer. In which states of matter does convection occur? A gases, liquids and solids B gases and liquids only C gases and solids only D liquids and solids only
- Question 17
The diagram shows a vacuum flask used to keep a liquid warm. airtight lid outer cover vacuum silvered walls Which methods of heat loss are reduced by the vacuum between the silvered walls? A conduction only B conduction and convection …
- Question 18
Waves transfer energy. Which statement does not describe a wave? A vibrations in the earth from an earthquake travelling to your feet B light from a lamp travelling to your eye C sound from a person singing travelling to your …
- Question 19
The speed of sound in water is …
- Question 20
The diagram shows a ray of light striking a plane mirror. Through which point does the reflected ray pass? …
- Question 21
A narrow beam of light travels through glass. It reaches the edge of the glass and refracts into the air. What is the angle of refraction? air glass …
- Question 22
Which list states three colours of the visible spectrum in order of decreasing frequency? A red, yellow, blue B orange, green, blue C indigo, yellow, green D violet, orange, red
- Question 23
Which region of the electromagnetic spectrum is between visible light and X-rays? A gamma rays B infrared C radio D ultraviolet
- Question 24
Which region of the electromagnetic spectrum is used to detect fake bank notes? A microwaves B radio C ultraviolet D X-rays
- Question 25
An audible sound wave and an ultrasound wave are travelling in air. The table shows information about properties of the waves. Which property gives possible correct information for both the audible sound wave and the ultrasound wave? property audible sound …
- Question 26
The hearing ranges of four animals are shown. animal lowest frequency / Hz highest frequency / Hz cow …
- Question 27
What is not an example of induced magnetism being used? A using a compass needle to find the direction of the Earth’s magnetic field B magnetising a soft-iron bar by placing it in a strong magnetic field C using an …
- Question 28
Which statement explains why copper is a good electrical conductor? A Copper is a non-metal. B Electrons can flow freely in copper. C Particles in copper are closely packed. D The density of copper is very low.
- Question 29
The readings on two ammeters are shown. …
- Question 30
- Question 31
A length of metal wire is used as a resistor in a circuit. Which change results in an increase in current in the circuit? A connecting a second identical length of wire in parallel with the original wire B connecting …
- Question 32
A teacher asks, ‘Why do we put a fuse in a mains circuit?’ Student 1 says, ‘It protects the wiring from overheating.’ Student 2 says, ‘It protects us from getting a shock if we touch the live wire.’ Who is …
- Question 33
The circuits in a house are protected by trip switches. A trip switch is connected to an electric shower that uses 50 A. Which trip switch rating is most suitable? …
- Question 34
A solenoid is connected to a very sensitive ammeter. A rod is inserted into one end of the solenoid. The ammeter shows that there is a small electric current in the solenoid while the rod is moving. solenoid rod A …
- Question 35
The diagram shows two horizontal copper rails connected to a d.c. power supply. A thin piece of copper wire rests on the rails in a vertical magnetic field. …
- Question 36
The step-down transformer shown reduces mains voltage to 12 V. mains voltage 12 V soft-iron core copper wire When the transformer is used, some energy is transferred to the surroundings. Which energy store of the surroundings increases? A chemical B …
- Question 37
How do atoms form positive ions? A by gaining electrons B by gaining neutrons C by losing electrons D by losing protons
- Question 38
Which statement is correct for an -particle? A It contains two neutrons. B It has a charge of –2. C It is not very ionising. D It is very penetrating.
- Question 39
Which statement about -particles and -rays is correct? A -particles are a form of electromagnetic radiation. B -particles penetrate materials more easily than -rays. C The emission of an -particle produces a nucleus of a different element. D -rays are …
- Question 40
The diameter of the Milky Way is approximately …
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