Incorrect questions- paper 2 Flashcards
Describe what happens when two like poles on a magnet are brought close together?
-they will repel
-force exerted
How does a magnetic compass work?
-small bar magnet
-points in the direction of the earths magnetic field
Seismic waves can be used to study parts of the Earth we cannot visit.
Suggest how these waves could give us information about the Earth’s core.
-waves are altered by density or solid sate waves can be refracted
-waves can be reflected by change in speed
Seat belts can be used to keep occupants of cars safe in the event of an accident. Explain how?
- Car and a passenger same speed
2.brakes stop car passenger keeps moving
3.objects remain in motion unless acted upon an external force
4.seatbelts is needed to stop the person movement passenger forward
Compare the properties of radio waves and gamma rays?
+transverse wave both
+travel same speed in a vacuum
-radio waves low frequency gamma is high
-gamma short wave length and long wave lengths
Describe the formation of an image through convex lens?
-virtual or real image
-parrel light rays
-focus at principle focus
When is something balanced?
-total clockwise moment about the pivot is equal to the total anti-clockwise moment
Describe the speed and velocity of an object that is orbiting the Earth.
You do not need to give any values.
-constant speed
-changing velocity as direction is changing
Describe how visible light can be scattered?
-reflection
-rough surfaces
Our sun is a second-generation star.
Explain how we know this.
-heavy elements are present
-heavy elements are only made during super novas
-fusion occurs inside star