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Unit 2 Practice Questions

The document consists of a series of questions covering concepts in physics, including forces, speed, pressure, and the behavior of gases and liquids. It includes multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, calculation problems, and diagram-related tasks. The questions aim to assess understanding of fundamental physical principles and their applications.

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Unit 2 Practice Questions

The document consists of a series of questions covering concepts in physics, including forces, speed, pressure, and the behavior of gases and liquids. It includes multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, calculation problems, and diagram-related tasks. The questions aim to assess understanding of fundamental physical principles and their applications.

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1.

A force can:
A. Only change an object’s shape
B. Only change an object’s speed
C. Change speed, direction, or shape
D. Do nothing

2. Speed is calculated using:


A. Distance × Time
B. Distance ÷ Time
C. Time ÷ Distance
D. Force ÷ Distance

3. If an object’s speed stays the same, it is moving with:


A. Acceleration
B. Deceleration
C. Constant speed
D. Negative speed

4. A longer lever arm makes turning a force:


A. Weaker
B. Stronger
C. Unchanged
D. Impossible

5. Pressure increases when:


A. Force decreases
B. Area increases
C. Force increases and area decreases
D. Both force and area increase

6. Pressure in liquids:
A. Is the same everywhere
B. Increases with depth
C. Only exists at the surface
D. Does not push in all directions

7. Gas particles:
A. Stay in fixed positions
B. Move slowly and gently
C. Move quickly and randomly
D. Cannot be compressed
✅ SECTION B – Short Answer Questions
8. Define speed.

9. State two effects a force can have on an object.

10. What is meant by a turning force (moment)?

11. Why is it easier to open a door by pushing at the edge rather than near the hinge?

12. Why do snowshoes reduce sinking in snow?

✅ SECTION C – Calculation Questions


13. A car travels 120 m in 10 seconds. Calculate its speed.

14. A force of 50 N is applied to an area of 2 m². What is the pressure?

15. A moment is produced by a 20 N force at 0.3 m from a pivot.


Moment = ?

✅ SECTION D – Diagram Questions


16. Draw a distance–time graph showing constant speed.

17. Mark where pressure is greatest in a liquid tank.

18. Label solid, liquid, and gas particles.

✅ SECTION E – Structured Questions (Exam Style)


19. A cyclist travels 200 m in 40 seconds.

(a) Calculate the speed.

(b) Describe the cyclist’s motion if the distance–time graph becomes horizontal.

20. The diagram shows a spanner turning a bolt.

(a) Name the turning effect of the force.

(b) Describe two ways to increase the moment.

21. A block exerts a pressure of 100 N/m² on the ground. If the area touching the ground doubles, what
happens to pressure?
22. Why does a balloon inflate when air is blown into it?

23. Why does a person feel more pressure standing on one foot compared to two feet?

24. A swimmer notices her ears hurt more as she dives deeper. Explain why.

25. Explain why a sharp knife cuts better than a blunt knife.

26. A gas container is heated. Predict what happens to pressure and why.

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