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Section B, Question 2(b)(i)Question part (b)(i)
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i. On Figure 4, draw an arrow to show the net force on the mass, m. 1 mark
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ii. The mass, m, is 4.0 g. Calculate the magnitude of the net force on the mass, m, while it is rotating on the blade in uniform circular motion. 2 marks N Section B
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c. The speed setting is increased and the mass, m, slides off the blade.
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i. Explain why this happens. 2 marks
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ii. Describe the path taken by the mass, m, after it leaves the blade. You may use a labelled diagram in your response. 2 marks
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Question 3 (5 marks) Abbie and James are discussing a collision between a large insect and the windscreen of a car, as shown in Figure 5. The car was travelling at 70 km h−1 when i
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a. Compare the forces between the insect and the car during this collision. Give a reason for your response. 2 marks
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b. Abbie says that the total energy and momentum of the car–insect system is the same before and after the collision. James says that both the total energy and the total momentum d
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Question 4 (3 marks) Two solenoids are placed close to each other, as shown in cross-section in Figure 6. A constant direct current flows through each coil. Figure 6 solenoid A sol
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a. On Figure 6, label with an N the end of each solenoid that acts as a north pole. 1 mark
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b. Sketch the shape and direction of at least four magnetic field lines on Figure 6. Start two field lines inside each solenoid and continue them within the rectangular dashed line
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Question 5 (6 marks) A uniform electric field of magnitude 1.50 × 104 N C−1 exists between a pair of oppositely charged plates, as shown in Figure 7. The plates are separated by a
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