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PHYSICS SSC–II
SECTION – A (Marks 12)
Time allowed: 15 Minutes
Section – A is compulsory. All parts of this section are to be answered on this page and handed
over to the Centre Superintendent. Deleting/overwriting is not allowed. Do not use lead pencil.

Q.1 Fill the relevant bubble for each part. All parts carry one mark.
(1) In vacuum, all electromagnetic waves have the same:
A. Speed ⃝ B. Amplitude ⃝
C. Frequency ⃝ D. Wavelength ⃝
(2) The relationship between speed, frequency and wavelength of a wave is known
as:
A. Wave equation ⃝ B. Frequency equation ⃝
C. SHM equation ⃝ D. Wavelength equation ⃝
(3) Which of the following forms of wave is “sound”?
A. Electrical ⃝ B. Longitudinal ⃝
C. Transverse ⃝ D. Magnetic ⃝
(4) If a ray of light in a glass is incident on an air surface at an angle greater than the
critical angle, the ray will:
A. Refract only ⃝ B. Reflect only ⃝
C. Partially reflect & refract ⃝ D. Diffract only ⃝
(5) According to Coulomb’s law, if distance between charges increases, the force of
attraction:
A. Will be increased ⃝ B. Will be decreased ⃝
C. Will be unchanged ⃝ D. Will become repulsion ⃝
(6) When we apply more voltage to an ohmic conductor, we get:
A. More resistance ⃝ B. More flow of current ⃝
C. Decrease in power ⃝ D Less flow of current ⃝
(7) Electromagnetism is the study of:
A. Magnetic effect of current ⃝ B. Flow of protons ⃝
C. Flow of electrons ⃝ D. Flow of neutrons ⃝
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(8) Logic gates are used in:
A. LDRs ⃝ B. DC circuits ⃝
C. Analogue circuits ⃝ D. House safety ⃝

(9) Which one of the following is the most suitable means of reliable continuous
communication between an orbiting satellite and Earth?
A. Microwaves ⃝ B. Radio waves ⃝
C. Sound waves ⃝ D. Any light wave ⃝

(10) Which one of the following particles has the greatest penetrating power?
A. α- Particle ⃝ B. β- Particle ⃝
C. γ- Particle ⃝ D. Proton ⃝
(11) What is the voltage across a 6 Ω resistor when 3A of current passes through it?
A. 2V ⃝ B. 9V ⃝
C. 18 V ⃝ D. 36 V ⃝
(12) If the turn ratio of a step-up transformer is 10. It means:
A. Is = 10 Ip ⃝ B. 𝑁 = ⃝
C. Ns = 10 Np ⃝ D. Vp = 10Vs ⃝

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 Federal Board SSC-II Examination
Physics Model Question Paper
(Curriculum 2006)

Time allowed: 2.45 hours Total Marks: 53

Note: Answer any eleven parts from Section ‘B’ and attempt any two questions from Section
‘C’ on the separately provided answer book. Write your answers neatly and legibly.

SECTION – B (Marks 33)

Q.2 Attempt any ELEVEN parts from the following. All parts carry equal marks. (113=33)
i. A pendulum of length 1m and period 2.01s is placed at the top of Mount Everest
having an altitude of 8849m. Calculate the value of ‘g’ at that point.

ii. If the concave mirror produces a real image of an object, will the image be
necessarily inverted?

iii. Is the restoring force on a mass attached to spring in SHM ever zero? If so, where?

iv. How can a body be negatively charged by electrostatic induction?

v. Does increasing the frequency of wave also increases its wavelength? If not, how
are these quantities related?

vi. Will two wires carrying current in the same direction repel or attract each other?
Give reason.

vii. Write down differences between conductors and insulators.

viii. How is an ammeter connected with a device to measure current? Support your
answer with reason.

ix. What do you understand by digital and analogue quantities?

x. Why are some elements radioactive but some are not?

xi. How electronic mail is preferred over traditional communication?

xii. Explain whether the atomic number can increase during nuclear decay. Support
your answer with an example.

xiii. Why is an electron beam deflected when passes through a magnetic field?

xiv. How can we find the direction of magnetic field of a current carrying conductor?

xv. Describe electrostatic painting of cars.

SECTION – C (Marks 20)

Note: Attempt any TWO questions. All questions carry equal marks. (2  10 = 20)
Q.3 a. With the help of electroscope, how can you achieve the following: (3x2=6)
i. The detection of charge on a body.
ii. Determining the nature of charge.

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 iii. Investigating whether the body under test is conductor or insulator.
b. An object is placed at a distance of 20cm in front of a convex mirror forms an
image 10cm behind the mirror. What is its focal length? (4)

Q.4 a. Discuss the main features of parallel combination of resistors. (6)

b. What are the basic Logic Gates? Give symbols and truth tables of any two.
(4)

Q.5 a. Explain the working of transformer in connection with mutual induction.

Describe types of transformer. (6)
b. Lead-210 has half-life of 22.3 years. How much of the 80 mg of lead will
be left after 66.9 years? (4)

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 PHYSICS SSC-II
MODEL QUESTION PAPER SLOs
(Curriculum 2006)

SECTION – A

Q.1 Choose the correct answer A/B/C/D by filling the relevant bubble for each question.
(1) distinguish between mechanical and electromagnetic waves.
(2) Derive equation v=f λ.
(3) Describe the longitudinal nature of sound waves (as a series of compressions and
rarefactions).
(4) State the conditions for total internal reflection.
(5) State and explain Coulomb’s law.
(6) Describe Ohm’s law and its limitations.
(7) Explain by describing an experiment that an electric current in a conductor
produces a magnetic field around it.
(8) Describe the simple uses of logic gates.
(9) Explain briefly the transmission of
a. electric signals through wires
b. radiowaves through air
c. light signals through optical fibres
(10) State, for radioactive emissions:
a. their nature
b. their relative ionizing effects
c. their relative penetrating abilities.
(11) Describe Ohm’s law and its limitations.
(12) Identify that a transformer works on the principle of mutual induction between
two coils.

SECTION-B

Q.2 Attempt any ELEVEN parts from the following. All parts carry equal marks. (113=33)
i. Solve problems by using the formula T = 2π √l /g for simple pendulum.
ii. Solve problems of image location by spherical mirrors by using mirror formula.
iii. Explain SHM with different examples.
iv. Describe experiments to show electrostatic charging by induction.
v. Derive equation v=f λ.
vi. Explain by describing an experiment that an electric current in a conductor
produces a magnetic field around it.
vii. Distinguish between conductors and insulators.
viii. Describe the use of electrical measuring devices like galvanometer, ammeter and
voltmeter (construction and working principles not required).
ix. Differentiate between analogue and digital electronics.
x. Explain that an element may change into another element when radioactivity
occurs.
xi. Compare the advantages of high technology communication devices with the
traditional system through internet search.
xii. Represent changes in the composition of the nucleus by symbolic equations when
alpha or beta particles are emitted.
xiii. Describe the effect of magnetic field on an electron beam.

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 xiv. Explain by describing an experiment that an electric current in a conductor
produces a magnetic field around it.
xv. Describe the use of electrostatic charging.

SECTION-C

Q.3 a. Describe the construction and working principle of electroscope.

b. Solve problems of image location by spherical mirrors by using mirror formula

Q.4 a. Construct simple series (single path) and parallel circuits (multiple paths).
b. Identify and draw the symbols for the logic gates (NOT, OR, AND, NOR and
NAND).
Q.5 a. Identify that a transformer works on the principle of mutual induction between
two coils.
b. Explain the meaning of half life of a radioactive material.

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TABLE OF SPECIFICATION

Assessment Unit 10: Unit 11: Unit 12: Unit 13: Unit 14: Unit 15: Unit 16: Unit 17: Unit 18: Total Percentage
Objectives marks
Knowledge Q 1 (1): 1 Q 1(3): 1 Q 2 (vii): 3 Q1(7): 1 Q4(b): 4 Q1(9): 1 Q1(10): 1 25 28.7%
based Q 1 (2): 1 Q 4(a): 6 Q2(xiv): 3 Q2(ix): 3

Understanding Q2(i): 3 Q 2 (v): 3 Q1(4): 1 Q 1 (5): 1 Q 1(11): 1 Q2(vi): 3 Q 1(8): 1 Q2(x): 3 45 51.7%
based Q2(iii): 3 Q2(ii): 3 Q 3 (a): 6 Q5 (a): 6 Q2(xiii): 3 Q5(b): 4
Q3(b): 4
Application Q 2(iv): 3 Q 1(6): 1 Q 1(12): 1 Q 2 (xi): 3 Q2(xii): 3 17 19.5%
based Q 2(viii): 3 Q2(xv): 3

Total marks 8 4 8 10 14 17 11 4 11 87 100%

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PHYSICS SSC–II
SECTION – A (Marks 12)
Time allowed: 15 Minutes
Section – A is compulsory. All parts of this section are to be answered on this page and handed
over to the Centre Superintendent. Deleting/overwriting is not allowed. Do not use lead pencil.

Q.1 Fill the relevant bubble for each part. All parts carry one mark.
(1) In vacuum, all electromagnetic waves have the same:
A. Speed ⃝ B. Amplitude ⃝
C. Frequency ⃝ D. Wavelength ⃝
(2) The relationship between speed, frequency and wavelength of a wave is known
as:
A. Wave equation ⃝ B. Frequency equation ⃝
C. SHM equation ⃝ D. Wavelength equation ⃝
(3) Which of the following forms of wave is “sound”?
A. Electrical ⃝ B. Longitudinal ⃝
C. Transverse ⃝ D. Magnetic ⃝
(4) If a ray of light in a glass is incident on an air surface at an angle greater than the
critical angle, the ray will:
A. Refract only ⃝ B. Reflect only ⃝
C. Partially reflect & refract ⃝ D. Diffract only ⃝
(5) According to Coulomb’s law, if distance between charges increases, the force of
attraction:
A. Will be increased ⃝ B. Will be decreased ⃝
C. Will be unchanged ⃝ D. Will become repulsion ⃝
(6) When we apply more voltage to an ohmic conductor, we get:
A. More resistance ⃝ B. More flow of current ⃝
C. Decrease in power ⃝ D Less flow of current ⃝
(7) Electromagnetism is the study of:
A. Magnetic effect of current ⃝ B. Flow of protons ⃝
C. Flow of electrons ⃝ D. Flow of neutrons ⃝

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(8) Logic gates are used in:
A. LDRs ⃝ B. DC circuits ⃝
C. Analogue circuits ⃝ D. House safety ⃝

(9) Which one of the following is the most suitable means of reliable continuous
communication between an orbiting satellite and Earth?
A. Microwaves ⃝ B. Radio waves ⃝
C. Sound waves ⃝ D. Any light wave ⃝

(10) Which one of the following particles has the greatest penetrating power?
A. α- Particle ⃝ B. β- Particle ⃝
C. γ- Particle ⃝ D. Proton ⃝
(11) What is the voltage across a 6 Ω resistor when 3A of current passes through it?
A. 2V ⃝ B. 9V ⃝
C. 18 V ⃝ D. 36 V ⃝
(12) If the turn ratio of a step-up transformer is 10. It means:
𝑁
A. Is = 10 Ip ⃝ B. 𝑁𝑠 = 10𝑃 ⃝
C. Ns = 10 Np ⃝ D. Vp = 10Vs ⃝

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 Federal Board SSC-II Examination
Physics Model Question Paper
(Curriculum 2006)

Time allowed: 2.45 hours Total Marks: 53

Note: Answer any eleven parts from Section ‘B’ and attempt any two questions from Section
‘C’ on the separately provided answer book. Write your answers neatly and legibly.

SECTION – B (Marks 33)

Q.2 Attempt any ELEVEN parts from the following. All parts carry equal marks. (113=33)
i. A pendulum of length 1m and period 2.01s is placed at the top of Mount Everest
having an altitude of 8849m. Calculate the value of ‘g’ at that point.
Answer: l = 1m
T= 2.01s
g =?
T = 2 √𝑙/𝑔

2.01 = 2 √1/𝑔
Squaring and re-arranging gives value of g = 9.76 m/s2

ii. If the concave mirror produces a real image of an object, will the image be
necessarily inverted?

Answer: Concave mirror always produces real and inverted images of those objects,
which are placed beyond principal focus. But if an object lies within principal focus of
mirror, its image will be virtual and erect. So real image will necessarily be inverted.
iii. Is the restoring force on a mass attached to spring in SHM ever zero? If so, where?

Answer: A restoring force always pushes or pulls the object performing oscillatory
motion towards the mean position.
Suppose the mass attached to spring is pulled up to extreme position A and then released.
The maximum restoring force exerted by the spring on the mass will pull it towards the
mean position O. The mass moves back, towards the mean position O. The magnitude of
the restoring force decreases with the distance from the mean position and becomes zero
at O. So, at the mean position of SHM, the restoring force will be zero.

iv. How can a body be negatively charged by electrostatic induction?

Answer: Fix the object to be charged on insulated stand. Bring a positively charged rod
near the insulated object. Rod will attract negative charge towards it and repel positive
charge away from it. Now earth the object by a conducting wire, while the rod is still near
it. Now if we first break the earth connection and then remove the rod, negative charges
are uniformly distributed over the surfaces of the object. By using this process of
electrostatic induction, we get a negatively charged object.
v. Does increasing the frequency of wave also increases its wavelength? If not, how
are these quantities related?

Answer: No, wavelength does not increase with increase of frequency of waves because
frequency depends upon the source which produces waves per second. But the
wavelength of the wave depends on the magnitude of vibrating particles. Frequency (f)
and wavelength (λ) are inversely related to each other by following equation:
𝑉
𝜆=
𝑓
Hence from this equation we conclude that when frequency (f) of waves increases then
their wavelength (λ) decreases.

vi. Will two wires carrying current in the same direction repel or attract each other?
Give reason.

Answer: Two wires carrying current in same direction attract each other. The current in
each wire generates magnetic field around each wire. In the center, the magnetic fields
tend to cancel each other as they are oppositely oriented, therefore creating a weak field
region. On the other sides of the wire the field is strong. So, force is exerted towards the
weaker region, hence they attract each other.

vii. Write down differences between conductors and insulators.

Answer: CONDUCTORS
1. They are good conductors of electricity and offer less resistance to the flow
of current.
2. They have large number of free electrons moving randomly in all
directions.
3. Metals like silver and copper are good conductors.

INSULATORS
1. Current cannot flow through an insulator because they have very large
value of resistance.
2. There are no free electrons for the flow of current and the induced charge
remains static on their surface.
3. Examples of insulators are glass, wood, plastic, fur, silk, etc.

viii. How is an ammeter connected with a device to measure current? Support your
answer with reason.

Answer: A large current of the range such as 1 A or 10 A can be measured by means of

ammeter. Ammeter is connected in series, so the current flowing in the circuit also passes
through the Ammeter.

ix. What do you understand by digital and analogue quantities?

Answer: Analogue quantities

The quantities whose values vary continuously or remain constant are known as
analogue quantities. For example, the temperature of air varies in a continuous fashion
during 24 hours of a day. If we plot a graph between time and temperature recorded at
different times, we find that temperature varies continuously with time. Therefore, we say
that temperature is an analogue quantity. Similarly, time, pressure, distance, etc. are
analogue quantities.
Digital quantities
The quantities whose values vary in non-continuous manner are called digital
quantities. Digital quantities are expressed in the form of digits or numbers. The branch
of electronics which deals with digital quantities is called digital electronics. Digital
electronics uses only two digits 0 and 1.

x. Why are some elements radioactive but some are not?

Answer: Nuclei which do not emit radiations naturally are called stable nuclei. In general,
most of the nuclei with atomic number 1 to 82 are stable nuclei, while the elements
whose atomic number is greater than 82 are naturally unstable. They emit different types
of radiations, all the time, and hence continuously change from one type of element to
another.

xi. How electronic mail is preferred over traditional communication?

Answer: Electronic mail (or e-mail) provides very fast delivery of messages to any
enabled site on the Internet. Some advantages of e-mail are as follows:
Fast Communication– We can send messages anywhere in the world instantly.
Cost Free Service– If we have an internet access, then we can avail the e-mail service
free of cost.
Simple to Use- After initial set up of e-mail account, it is easy to use.
More Efficient– We can send our message to many friends or people only in one action.

xii. Explain whether the atomic number can increase during nuclear decay. Support
your answer with an example.

Answer: In beta β-decay, the parent nuclide has its proton number Z increased by 1 but its
mass number or nucleon number A remains unchanged.
AZ A Y + 0 e + Energy
Z Z+1 -1

Example
14 C 14 Y + 0 e + Energy
6 7 -1

xiii. Why is an electron beam deflected when passes through a magnetic field?

Answer: When we apply magnetic field at right angle to the beam of electrons. We will
notice that the electrons beam is getting deflected from its original direction. Now if we
change the direction of the magnetic field. We will see that electrons are getting
deflected in the opposite direction. It is due to magnetic force, which magnetic field is
applying on moving electrons. The magnetic force is increased if:
a) The number of electrons is increased.
b) Strength of magnetic field is increased.
c) The velocity of electrons is increased.

xiv. How can we find the direction of magnetic field of a current carrying conductor?

Answer: Direction of magnetic field

The direction of the magnetic field is governed by the direction of the current
flowing through the conductor. A simple method of finding the direction of magnetic
field around the conductor is the Right-Hand Grip Rule.
Grasp a wire with your right hand such that your thumb is pointed in the direction of
current. Then curling fingers of your hand will point in the direction of the magnetic
field.
 Thumb points along the direction of the current

xv. Describe electrostatic painting of cars.

Answer: Electrostatic Powder Painting

Automobile manufacturers use static electricity to paint new cars. The body of a car is
charged and then the paint is given the opposite charge by charging the nozzle of the
spray. Due to mutual repulsion, charge particles coming out of the nozzle form a fine
mist and are evenly distributed on the surface of the object. The charged paint particles
are attracted to the car and stick to the body, just like a charged balloon sticks to a wall.
Once the paint dries, it sticks much better to the car and is smoother, because it is
uniformly distributed. This is a very effective, efficient and economical

SECTION – C (Marks 20)

Note: Attempt any TWO questions. All questions carry equal marks. (2  10 = 20)
Q.3 a. With the help of electroscope, how can you achieve the following: (3x2=6)
i. The detection of charge on a body.
ii. Determining the nature of charge.
Answer: Detecting the Presence of Charge
In order to detect the presence of charge on anybody, bring the body near the disk of
an uncharged electroscope. If the body is neutral there will be no deflection of the leaves
But if the body is positively or negatively charged, the leaves of the electroscope diverge. For
example, if the body is negatively charged then due to electrostatic induction, positive charge
will appear on the disk while negative charge will appear on the leaves. The leaves of
electroscope repel each other and diverge because each leave gets similar charge (fig). The
divergence of leaves will depend on the amount of charge.

Detecting the Type of Charge

For the detection of type of charge on a body, electroscope is first charged either
positively or negatively. Suppose the electroscope is positively charged. Now in order to detect
the type of charge on a body, bring the charged body near the disk of the positively charged
electroscope. If the divergence of the leaves increases, the body carries positive charge
(Fig. b). On the other hand, if the divergence decreases, the body has negative charge.
iii. Investigating whether the body under test is conductor or insulator.

Answer: Identifying Conductors and Insulators

Electroscope can also be used to distinguish between insulators and conductors. Touch
the disk of a charged electroscope with material under test. If the leaves collapse from their
diverged position, the body would be a good conductor. If there is no change in the divergence
of the leaves, it will show that the body under test is an insulator.

b. An object is placed at a distance of 20cm in front of a convex mirror forms an

image 10cm behind the mirror. What is its focal length? (4)

Answer: Given that, p = 20 cm and q = -10 cm (virtual)

Using the mirror formula,
1/f = 1/p +1/q
1/f = 1/20 - 1/10
f= -20 cm
The negative sign indicates that the mirror used is convex.

Q.4 a. Discuss the main features of parallel combination of resistors. (6)

Answer: Parallel Combination

In parallel combination one end of each resistor is connected with positive
terminal of the battery while the other end of each resistor is connected with the
negative terminal of the battery (Fig.). Therefore, the voltage is same across each
resistor which is equal to the voltage of the battery i.e. V1 = V2 = V3= V

Equivalent Resistance of Parallel Circuit (3)

In parallel circuit, the total current is equal the sum of the currents in
various resistances i.e., I = I1+ I2 + I3.Since the voltage across each resistance is V, so by
Ohm's law
I = V/R1 + V/R2 + V/R3
I/V = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3
1/R = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3
Thus, we can replace the combination of resistors with a single resistor called the
equivalent resistance R such that the same current passes through the circuit. Thus, the
reciprocal of equivalent resistance of a parallel combination is sum of the reciprocals of
the individual resistances, which is less than the smallest resistance of the combination.
If resistances R1 , R2 , R3 …...., Rn are connected in parallel, then the equivalent resistance
of the combination will be given by
1/R = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3 +……………..1/Rn

b. What are the basic Logic Gates? Give symbols and truth tables of any two.
(4)
Answer: Simple logic gates are the circuits which perform simple mathematical as well as
intricate logical operations. These are digital circuits which have one or more inputs but
only one output.
There are three basics logic gates: AND gate, OR gate and NOT gate.
AND Gate (1.5)
Symbol for AND operation is dot (.). Its Boolean expression is:
X=A.B
The circuit which implements the AND operation is known as AND gate. Its symbol is
shown in Fig. AND gate has two or more inputs and only one output. The value of output
of AND gate is always in accordance with the truth table of AND gate.

A B X = A.B
0 0 0
0 1 0
1 0 0
1 1 1

OR Gate (1.5)
OR operation is represented by the symbol of plus (+). Boolean expression for OR
operation is: X = A + B .Truth table of OR operation is shown in Table. The electronic
circuit which implements the OR operation is known as OR gate. Symbolically, OR gate is
shown in Fig.It has two or more inputs and has only one output. The values of output of
OR gate are always in accordance with the truth table

A B X = A+B
0 0 0
0 1 1
1 0 1
1 1 1
Q.5 a. Explain the working of transformer in connection with mutual induction.
Describe types of transformer. (6)

Answer: Transformer (4)

The transformer is a practical application of mutual induction.
Transformers are used to increase or decrease AC.
Working of a transformer
A transformer has two coils, electrically insulated from each other, but wound
around the same iron core. One coil is called the primary coil. The other coil is called the
secondary coil. Number of turns on the primary and the secondary coils are represented
by Np and Ns respectively.
When the primary coil is connected to a source of AC voltage, the changing current
creates a changing magnetic field, which is carried through the core to the secondary
coil. In the secondary coil, the changing field induces an alternating e.m.f.
The e.m.f. induced in the secondary coil, called the secondary voltage Vs, is proportional
to the primary voltage Vp. The secondary voltage also depends on the ratio of the
number of turns on the secondary coil to the number of turns on the primary coil, as
shown by the following expression:
Vs / Vp = N s / N p
Types of transformer (2)
If the secondary voltage is larger than the primary voltage, the transformer is
called a step-up transformer. If the secondary voltage is smaller than the primary
voltage, the transformer is called a step-down transformer.

b. Lead-210 has half-life of 22.3 years. How much of the 80 mg of lead will
be left after 66.9 years? (4)
Answer:

Half-life of Lead T1/2 = 22.3 years

Total time = 66.9 years
Original mass = 80mg
Remaining mass =?

No. of Half-life = 66.9/22.3 = 3

Mass left after 1st half life = 80/2 = 40mg
Mass left after 2nd half-life = 40/2 = 20mg
Mass left after 3rd half-life = 20/2 = 10mg

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PHYSICS SSC–II (2nd Set)

SECTION – A (Marks 12)
Time allowed: 15 Minutes
Section – A is compulsory. All parts of this section are to be answered on this page and handed
over to the Centre Superintendent. Deleting/overwriting is not allowed. Do not use lead pencil.

Q.1 Fill the relevant bubble for each part. All parts carry one mark.
1. A plastic rod is rubbed with a dry cloth. The rod becomes positively charged
because it has:
A. gained electrons ⃝ B. gained neutrons ⃝
C. lost electrons ⃝ D. lost neutrons ⃝
2. The part of oscilloscope which controls the number of electrons is:
A. Electron gun ⃝ B. Grid ⃝
C. Deflecting plates ⃝ D. Fluorescent screen ⃝
(3) The instrument which stores charges is:
A. Electroscope ⃝ B. Capacitor ⃝
C. Resistor ⃝ D. Inductor ⃝
(4) The count rate falls to a very low reading by placing a paper between radioactive
source and detector. Which type of radiation is emitted by the source?
A. α- Ray ⃝ B. β-Ray ⃝
C. ϒ-Ray ⃝ D. X-rays ⃝
(5) If a radioactive element has half life of 1 day. What fraction of the substance will
be left at the end of 2nd day?
A. 1/2 ⃝ B. 1/4 ⃝
C. 1/6 ⃝ D. 1/8 ⃝
(6) If an object is placed between ‘F’ and ‘2F’ in front of convex lens then image
formed is:
A. real, inverted and diminished ⃝
B. virtual, inverted and diminished ⃝
C. virtual, inverted and magnified ⃝
D real, inverted and magnified ⃝
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(7) Velocity of sound waves in vacuum is:
A. 332 ms -1 ⃝ B. 228 ms -1 ⃝
C. 140 ms -1 ⃝ D. Zero ms-1 ⃝

(8) The frequency of microwaves used in microwave oven is 2400 MHz. The wave
length of these waves will be:
A. 0.125 m ⃝ B. 8.0 m ⃝
C. 125 m ⃝ D. 7200 m ⃝

(9) The part of the DC motor which reverses the direction of current through coil after
every half cycle:
A. Armature ⃝ B. Commutator ⃝
C. Carbon brushes ⃝ D. Slip rings ⃝

(10) A ball is dropped from a certain height onto the floor, and keeps bouncing. Its
motion will be:
A. Rectilinear ⃝ B. Random ⃝
C. Simple harmonic ⃝ D. Rotatory ⃝

(11) 2 Ω and 3 Ω are connected in parallel, its equivalent resistance will be:
A. 4Ω ⃝ B. 1.2 Ω ⃝
C. 2.5 Ω ⃝ D. 5Ω ⃝

(12) Electric Generator works on the principle of:

A. Ohm’s law ⃝ B. Lenz’s law ⃝
C. Coulomb’s law ⃝ D. Faraday’s law ⃝

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 Federal Board SSC-II Examination
Physics Model Question Paper
(Curriculum 2006)

Time allowed: 2.45 hours Total Marks: 53

Note: Answer any eleven parts from Section ‘B’ and attempt any two questions from Section
‘C’ on the separately provided answer book. Write your answers neatly and legibly.

SECTION – B (Marks 33)

Q.2 Attempt any ELEVEN parts from the following. All parts carry equal marks. (113=33)
i. Figure shows water waves approaching barrier of ripple tank. Draw reflected
water waves. If wave has wavelength of 36 cm and speed of 1.2 ms-1, calculate
the frequency of waves.
Direction of wave

ii. Differentiate between transverse and longitudinal waves. (Any two)

iii. β-particles ionize the air they pass through less strongly than the same number of
α-particles. Suggest why this is so. Why ionization power of β-particles is less
than α-particles?
iv. Sound produced on sun is not heard on earth, why?
v. An electric kettle is rated as 2.5 kW, 230 V. Determine a suitable current rating of
the fuse to put in the three-pin plug. Choose from 1A, 5 A, 13 A, 30 A and briefly
explain.
vi. If pitch of sound is decreased in air. What is the effect on wavelength and wave
velocity?
vii. Differentiate between ‘AND’ gate and ‘OR’ gate. (Any three)
viii. An object of size 3 cm is placed at a distance of 15 cm from a convex lens. Focal
length of lens is 10 cm. Find the position, nature and size of image.
ix. What spectacles will be used by a person suffering from far sightedness? Draw
diagram to show correction of this problem.
x. How fine electron beam will be obtained by electron gun?
xi. Which one is more reliable to store data: floppy disc or hard disc? Briefly explain.
xii. Describe one situation from everyday life in which static electricity is dangerous
and precautions taken to ensure that charges are discharged safely.
xiii. State Joule’s Law. Write its formula.
xiv. Sketch V-I characteristics graphs for
a. A metallic conductor
b. A filament lamp
c. A thermistor
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 xv. Why force is experienced by a current carrying conductor placed in a magnetic
field?

SECTION – C (Marks 20)

Note: Attempt any TWO questions. All questions carry equal marks. (2  10 = 20)
Q.3 a. Explain nuclear fission reaction in detail. (6)
b. The force of repulsion between two identical positive charges is 80 N, when
charges are 0.5 m apart. Find the value of each charge. (4)

Q.4 a. Define intensity of sound waves. Derive formula to find intensity level of
unknown sound. (1+5)
b. Find the length of second’s pendulum and its frequency. (4)

Q.5 a. What is total internal reflection? Describe the use of this phenomenon in optical
fibers and endoscopy. (2+5)
b. A transformer is used to produce an output of 6V from 220V main supply.
Primary coil of the transformer has 2000 turns. Calculate the number of turns in
the secondary coil. (3)

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 PHYSICS SSC-II (2nd Set)
Student Learning Outcomes Alignment Chart
(Curriculum 2006)

SECTION – A

Q.1
1. Describe simple experiments to show the production and detection of electric charge.
2. Describe the basic principle of CRO and make a list of its uses.
3. Describe the construction and working principle of electroscope
4. State, for radioactive emissions: their relative penetrating abilities
5. Explain the meaning of half-life of a radioactive material.
6. Describe the use of a single lens as a magnifying glass and in a camera,
7. Sound waves require a material medium for their propagation.
8. Solve problems by applying the relation v = f λ.
9. Relate the turning effect on a coil to the action of a D.C. motor.
10. State the conditions necessary for an object to oscillate with SHM.
11. Calculate the equivalent resistance of a number of resistances connected in series and
also in parallel.
12. Describe a simple form of A.C. generator.

SECTION-B

Q.2
i. Describe properties of waves such as reflection, refraction and diffraction with the help of
ripple tank.
ii. Identify transverse and longitudinal waves in mechanical media.
iii. State, for radioactive emissions: their nature, their relative ionizing effects
iv. Sound waves require a material medium for their propagation.
v. Explain the use of safety measures in household electricity, (fuse, circuit breaker)
vi. Describe the effect of change in amplitude on loudness and the effect of change in
frequency on pitch of sound.
vii. State the action of the logic gates in truth table form.
viii. Solve problems of image location by lenses using lens formula.
ix. Describe the correction of short-sight and long-sight.
x. Describe the simple construction and use of electron gun as a source of electron beam.
xi. Describe the use of information storage devices such as hard discs, floppy, compact discs
and flash drive.
xii. Describe one situation in which static electricity is dangerous and the precautions taken
to ensure that static electricity is discharged safely.
xiii. Describe how energy is dissipated in a resistance and explain Joule’s law.
xiv. Sketch and interpret the V-I characteristics graph for a metallic conductor, a filament
lamp and a thermistor.
xv. Describe that a force acts on a current carrying conductor placed in a magnetic field as
long as the conductor is not parallel to the magnetic field.
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Q.3 a. Describe briefly the processes of fission.

b. Solve problems on electrostatic charges by using Coulomb’s law.

Q.4 a. Describe what is meant by intensity level and give its unit.
b. Solve problems by using the formula T = 2𝜋√𝑙/𝑔.

Q.5 a. Describe how total internal reflection is used in light propagation through optical
fibres.
b. List the use of transformer (step-up and step-down) for various purposes in your
home.
 PHYSICS SSC-II (2nd Set)
TABLE OF SPECIFICATION

Assessment Unit 10: Unit 11: Unit 12: Unit 13: Unit 14: Unit 15: Unit 16: Unit 17: Unit 18: Total Percentage
Objectives marks
Knowledge 2-ii(3) 4-a(6) 2-ix(3) 1-3(1) 2-xiii(3) 1-2(1) 3-a(3) 25 28.7%
based 5-a(2) 2-vii(3)
Understanding 1-10(1) 1-7(1) 1-6(1) 1-1(1) 2-v(3) 1-9(1) 2-x(3) 2-xi(3) 1-4(1) 45 51.7%
based 2-i(3) 2-iv(3) 2-viii(3) 2-xiv(3) 2-xv(3) 1-5(1)
2-vi(3) 5-a(5) 2-iii(3)
3-a(3)
Application 1-8(1) 2-xii(3) 1-11(1) 1-12(1) 17 19.5%
based 4-b(4) 3-b(4) 5-b(3)
Total marks 12 13 14 9 10 8 7 3 11 87 100%

KEY:
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Question No-Part No. (Allocated Marks)

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b) 50% understanding based.
c) 20% application based.
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PHYSICS SSC–II (2nd Set Solution)

SECTION – A (Marks 12)
Time allowed: 15 Minutes
Section – A is compulsory. All parts of this section are to be answered on this page and handed
over to the Centre Superintendent. Deleting/overwriting is not allowed. Do not use lead pencil.

Q.1 Fill the relevant bubble for each part. All parts carry one mark.
1. A plastic rod is rubbed with a dry cloth. The rod becomes positively charged
because it has:
A. gained electrons ⃝ B. gained neutrons ⃝
C. lost electrons D. lost neutrons ⃝
2. The part of oscilloscope which controls the number of electrons is:
A. Electron gun ⃝ B. Grid
C. Deflecting plates ⃝ D. Fluorescent screen ⃝
(3) The instrument which stores charges is:
A. Electroscope ⃝ B. Capacitor
C. Resistor ⃝ D. Inductor ⃝
(4) The count rate falls to a very low reading by placing a paper between radioactive
source and detector. Which type of radiation is emitted by the source?
A. α- Ray B. β-Ray ⃝
C. ϒ-Ray ⃝ D. X-rays ⃝
(5) If a radioactive element has half life of 1 day. What fraction of the substance will
be left at the end of 2nd day?
A. 1/2 ⃝ B. 1/4
C. 1/6 ⃝ D. 1/8 ⃝
(6) If an object is placed between ‘F’ and ‘2F’ in front of convex lens then image
formed is:
A. real, inverted and diminished ⃝
B. virtual, inverted and diminished ⃝
C. virtual, inverted and magnified
D real, inverted and magnified ⃝
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(7) Velocity of sound waves in vacuum is:
A. 332ms -1 ⃝ B. 228ms -1 ⃝
C. 140ms -1 ⃝ D. Zero ms-1

(8) The frequency of microwaves used in microwave oven is 2400MHz.The wave

length of these waves will be:
A. 0.125m B. 8.0m ⃝
C. 125m ⃝ D. 7200m ⃝

(9) The part of the DC motor which reverses the direction of current through coil after
every half cycle:
A. Armature ⃝ B. Commutator
C. Carbon brushes ⃝ D. Slip rings ⃝

(10) A ball is dropped from a certain height onto the floor, and keeps bouncing. Its
motion will be:
A. Rectilinear B. Random ⃝
C. Simple harmonic ⃝ D. Rotatory ⃝

(11) 2Ω and 3 Ω are connected in parallel, its equivalent resistance will be:
A. 4Ω ⃝ B. 1.2 Ω
C. 2.5 Ω ⃝ D. 5Ω ⃝

(12) Electric Generator works on the principle of:

A. Ohm’s law ⃝ B. Lenz’s law ⃝
C. Coulomb’s law ⃝ D. Faraday’s law

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 Federal Board SSC-II Examination
Physics Model Question Paper
(Curriculum 2006)

Time allowed: 2.45 hours Total Marks: 53

Note: Answer any eleven parts from Section ‘B’ and attempt any two questions from Section
‘C’ on the separately provided answer book. Write your answers neatly and legibly.

SECTION – B (Marks 33)

Q.2 Attempt any ELEVEN parts from the following. All parts carry equal marks.(113=33)
i. Figure shows water waves approaching barrier of ripple tank. Draw reflected
water waves. If wave has wavelength of 36cm and speed of 1.2ms-1, calculate the
frequency of waves.
Direction of wave

Ans.

Wavelength =λ =36 cm=0.36 m

Speed= 1.2 m/s
Frequency=?
Solution:
V=f λ
f = 3.33 Hz

ii. Differentiate between transverse and longitudinal waves. (Any two)

Ans. Longitudinal waves:

In longitudinal waves the particles of the medium move back and forth along the
direction of propagation of wave.
Such a wave consists of regions called compressions, where the loops of the spring are
close together, alternating with regions called rarefactions (expansions), where the loops
are spaced apart.
Sound Waves and spring waves are examples of longitudinal waves.

Transverse waves:
In transverse waves, the vibratory motion of particles of the medium is perpendicular to
the direction of propagation of waves.
The crests are the highest points while the troughs are the lowest points of the particles of
the medium from the mean position.
Waves on the surface of water and light waves are examples of transverse waves.
iii. β-particles ionize the air they pass through less strongly than the same number of
α-particles. Suggest why this is so. Why ionization power of β-particles is less
than α-particles?

Ans. Alpha particles are helium nuclei, they have the greater power of ionization as
compared to beta particles and gamma rays. It is due to their large energy. Beta particles
have less energy then α-particles so they ionize gas less than alpha particles.
iv. Sound produced on sun is not heard on earth, why?

Ans. Sound waves are mechanical waves, require some material medium for their
propagation. Vacuum exists between sun and earth, which does not provide medium for
sound waves to propagate, hence we cannot hear sound produced on sun.

v. An electric kettle is rated as 2.5 kW, 230 V. Determine a suitable current rating of
the fuse to put in the three-pin plug. Choose from 1A, 5 A, 13 A, 30 A and briefly
explain.

Ans. Power = 2.5 Kw

Voltage = 230 V
Current = I=?
SOLUTION:
P = VI
I = 2.5 ×103 = 230 I
We get
I = 10.8 A
So fuse of 13 A will be suitable for this device.

vi. If pitch of sound is decreased in air. What is the effect on wavelength and wave
velocity?

Ans. Pitch depends upon the frequency. When pitch is reduced, frequency will be
reduced.
According to relation v = fλ
By decreasing frequency, wavelength will be increased to keep speed of sound constant.

vii. Differentiate between ‘AND’ gate and ‘OR’ gate. (Any three)

Ans. AND GATE

Symbol for AND operation is dot (.). Its Boolean expression is: X = A . B and is read as “X
equals A AND B”.
AND operation may be represented by switches connected in series, with each switch
representing an input.
Output of AND gate will be '1' only when all of its inputs are at logic '1',
OR GATE
OR operation is represented by the symbol of plus (+). Boolean expression for OR operation is :
X = A + B and is read as “ X” equals A OR B.
An OR operation may be represented by switches connected in parallel.
The value of output of OR gate will be '1' when anyone of its inputs is at '1'.
viii. An object of size 3 cm is placed at a distance of 15 cm from a convex lens. Focal
length of lens is 10 cm. Find the position, nature and size of image.

Ans. TYPE : Convex lens

Size of object = O = 3 cm
Distance of object = p= 15 cm
Focal length= 10 cm
Distance of image = q =?
Size of image = I =?
Nature of image=?
Solution:
1/f = 1/p + 1/q
Rearranging and substituting values of f and p, we get
q = 30 cm
using magnification formula q/p = I/O
I = 6 cm
As object is between f and 2f so Real, inverted and large size image will be formed.

ix. What spectacles will be used by a person suffering from farsightedness? Draw
diagram to show correction of this problem.

Ans. The disability of the eye to form distinct images of nearby objects on its retina is
known as farsightedness.
This defect can be corrected with the aid of a suitable converging lens. The lens refracts
the light rays which converges and form image on the retina.

Virtual image
formed by Converging lens
converging lens

Near O
Image
point b
formed on
of j
retina
x. farsifine electron ebeam will be obtained by electron gun?
How
ghte c
t
Ans. And electron gun is used to investigate the properties of electron beam. The
eye
electrons are produced by thermionic emission from a tungsten filament heated by 6 V
supply. A high positive potential (several thousands) is applied to a cylindrical anode (+).
The electrons are accelerated to a
high speed and pass through the hole
of the anode in the form of a fine beam
of electrons.

xi. Which one is more reliable to store data: floppy disc or hard disc? Briefly explain.

Ans. Hard disc

Storage medium is the aluminium plates coated with particular material. These
aluminium plates are not flexible.
Its capacity is very large, reliable and compact storage media.
It is installed inside the system unit.
Floppy Disc
It is a flexible plastic coated with a ferromagnetic material that stores data.
The storage medium is flexible
It can store data up to 1.44MB, it is not reliable medium and data can be lost.
It is removable storage device.
xii. Describe one situation from everyday life in which static electricity is dangerous
and precautions taken to ensure that charges are discharged safely.

Ans. The phenomenon of lightning occurs due to a large quantity of electric charge
which builds up in the heavy thunderclouds. The thunderclouds are charged by friction
between the water molecules in the thunderclouds and the air molecules. When the
charge on the thunderclouds is sufficiently high, it induces opposite charge on the objects
present on the ground giving rise to a strong electric field between the cloud and the
ground. Suddenly, the charge in cloud jumps to the ground with a violent spark and
explosion. This is called lightning.
To prevent lightning from damaging tall buildings, lightning conductors are used. The
purpose of the lightning conductor is to provide a steady discharge path for the large
amount of negative charge in the air to flow from the top of the building to the Earth. In
this way, the chances of lightning damage due to sudden discharge can be minimized.
xiii. State Joule’s Law. Write its formula.

Ans. The amount of heat generated in a resistance due to flow of charges is equal to the
product of square of current I, resistance R and the time duration t.
Formula:
W = I 2 Rt =V2t/R
xiv. Sketch V-I characteristics graphs for
a. A metallic conductor
b. A filament lamp
c. A thermistor

Ans. Metallic conductor

Voltage
(V)
(I)

A filament lamp
Voltage
(V)
(I)

A thermister
Voltage
(V)
(I)
 xv. Why force is experienced by a current carrying conductor placed in a magnetic
field?

Ans. Electric current produces a magnetic field similar to that of a permanent magnet.
When a current carrying conductor is placed in magnetic field, its magnetic field exerts
force on a permanent magnet, it implies that current carrying wire should also experience
a force when placed in a magnetic field.

SECTION – C(Marks 20)

Note: Attempt any TWO questions. All questions carry equal marks. (2  10 = 20)
Q.3 a. Explain nuclear fission reaction in detail. (6)

Ans. Nuclear fission takes place when a heavy nucleus, such as U235, splits into two smaller
nuclei by absorbing a slow moving (low-energy) neutron as represented by the equation (1)
236
n1+ U235 U* X + Y + neutron (1)
where U*-236 is an intermediate state that lasts only for a fraction of second before splitting into
nuclei X and Y, called fission fragments.
The process also resulted in the production of typically two or three neutrons per fission event.
On the average, 2.47 neutrons are released per event. (1)
Energy description (1)
In nuclear fission, the total mass of the products is less than the original mass of the heavy
nucleus. Measurements showed that about 200 MeV of energy is released in each fission event of
U235. This is a large amount of energy relative to the amount released in chemical processes.
Fission chain reaction (1)
We have seen that neutrons are emitted when U235 undergoes fission. These neutrons can in turn
trigger other nuclei to undergo fission with the possibility of a chain reaction. Calculations show
that if the chain reaction is not controlled, it will proceed too rapidly and possibly results in the
sudden release of an enormous amount of energy (an explosion).
Controlled Fission chain reaction (1)
This fission chain reaction is controlled in nuclear reactors by using cadmium rods. In this sort of
self sustained reaction, extra neutrons liberated in fission reactions are absorbed to slowdown the
chain reaction.

b. The force of repulsion between two identical positive charges is 80 N, when charges are
0.5 m apart. Find the value of each charge. (4)
Ans. F = 80N
q1 = q2 = q =?
r = 0.5m
k = 9 ×109 Nm2/ C2
Solution:
F = K q1 q2 / r2 (1)
F = K q 2/ r2
Substituting the values of F, K and r, we get (2)
-5
q = 4.7× 10 C (1)

Q.4 a. Define intensity of sound waves. Derive formula to find intensity level of
unknown sound. (1+5)
Ans. Sound energy passing per second through a unit area held perpendicular to the direction
of propagation of sound waves is called intensity of sound. (1)
Intensity is a physical quantity and can be measured accurately. The unit of intensity of sound is
watt per square metre.
Sound Intensity Level
The loudness (L) of a sound is directly proportional to the logarithm of intensity i.e.,
L ∝ logI
L = K log I (1)
where K is a constant of proportionality.
Let Lobe the loudness of the faintest audible sound of intensity Io and L be the loudness of an
unknown sound of intensity I,
then, we can write
Lo= K log Io (2)
Subtracting Eq. (2) from Eq. (1), we get
L - Lo= K (log I - log Io) = K log I/Io (1)
This difference, (L- Lo), between the loudness L of an unknown sound and the loudness L is
called the intensity level of the unknown sound. Therefore, the intensity level of an unknown
sound is given by
Intensity level = K log I/I o(3) (1)
UNIT
If K =1, then unit of Intensity level is bel,
If K =10, then intensity level is measured in decibel, dB.

b. Find the length of second’s pendulum and its frequency. (4)

Ans. T=2s
L=?
f =?
Solution:
T = 2π√𝐿/𝑔 (1)
Squaring and rearranging
L = T2g / 4 π2
Substitute T =2s
g = 10 m/s2
we get L = 1.02 m (2)
f = 1/T = 1/2 = 0.5 Hz (1)

Q.5 a. What is total internal reflection? Describe the use of this phenomenon in optical
fibers and endoscopy. (2+5)
Ans. Total internal reflection
When a ray of light travelling in denser medium enters into a rarer medium, it bends away from
the normal. When the angle of incidence becomes larger than the critical angle, no refraction
occurs. The entire light is reflected back into the denser medium. This is known as total internal
reflection of light.
Air No
Glass refract
I i ed ray
n R
c
i e (1)
d f
Fibre optics e
l
n
Fibre optics consists of hair size threads of glass or plastic through which light can be travelled.
t e
The inner part of the fibre optics isc called core that carries the light and an outer concentric shell
r The core is made
is called cladding. t from glass or plastic of relatively high index of refraction.
a
The cladding is ymade of glass oreplastic, but of relatively low refractive index. Light entering
from one end of the core strikes the d core-cladding boundary at an angle of incidence greater than
critical angle and is reflected backr into the core. In this way light travels many kilometres with
small loss of energy. a
y
 (3)

Endoscope
An endoscope is used to explore the interior organs of the body. Due to its small size, it can be
inserted through the mouth and thus eliminates the invasive surgery. The light shines on the
organ of patient to be examined by entering through one of the fibre tubes of the endoscope.
Then light is transmitted back to the physician’s viewing lens through the other fibre tube by
total internal reflection. Flexible endoscopes have a tiny camera attached to the end. Doctor can
see the view recorded by the camera on a computer screen. (3)

b. A transformer is used to produce an output of 6V from 220V main supply.

Primary coil of the transformer has 2000 turns. Calculate the number of turns in the secondary
coil. (3)

Ans. Secondary voltage=VS =6V

Primary voltage = VP = 220V
NP = 2000
NS =?

Solution:
NS / NP = VS / VP (1)

NS /2000 = 6/ 220 (1)

NS = 54approx (1)

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PHYSICS SSC–II (3rd Set)

SECTION – A (Marks 12)
Time allowed: 15 Minutes

Section – A is compulsory. All parts of this section are to be answered on this page and handed
over to the Centre Superintendent. Deleting/overwriting is not allowed. Do not use lead pencil.

Q.1 Fill the relevant bubble for each part. All parts carry one mark.
(1) The resistance of a material increases with temperature. It is a:
A. Metal ⃝ B. Semiconductor ⃝
C. Insulator ⃝ D. Non metal ⃝

(2) Alpha rays passing through gas produce:

A. Evaporation ⃝ B. Excitation ⃝
C. Ionization ⃝ D. Radiation ⃝

(3) Output of this circuit is same as _________ Gate.

A. AND ⃝ B. NAND ⃝
C. OR ⃝ D. NOR ⃝

(4) Which one of the following is NOT a data storing device?

A. Hard disc ⃝ B. Flash drive ⃝
C. Floppy disc ⃝ D. Processor ⃝

(5) A cloth is used to rub an uncharged plastic rod. Why does the plastic rod becomes
negatively charged and cloth becomes positively charged?
A. The rod gains electrons and cloth gains positive charge ⃝
B. The rod gains electrons and cloth loses electrons ⃝
C. The rod loses electrons and cloth gains electrons ⃝
D. The rod loses electrons and cloth loses positive charge ⃝
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(6) Which one of the following optical device produce small sized image?
A. Microscope ⃝ B. Camera ⃝
C. Periscope ⃝ D. Slide projector ⃝

(7) If a positively charged conducting sphere is connected to Earth through a wire.

What happens?
A. Electrons flow from Earth to sphere ⃝
B. Electrons flow from sphere to Earth ⃝
C. Positive charges flow from sphere to Earth ⃝
D. Positive charges flow from Earth to sphere ⃝

(8) Thumb in the Fleming left hand rule indicates the direction of:
A. Magnetic field ⃝ B. Force on conductor ⃝
C. Current ⃝ D. Voltage ⃝

(9) The current in a circuit is 0.40 A. Charge that passes a point in the circuit in a
period of 15 s will be_________.
A. 2 Coulombs ⃝ B. 4 Coulombs ⃝
C. 6 Coulombs ⃝ D. 8 Coulombs ⃝

(10) In damping process, amplitude of oscillations __________.

A. Remains constant ⃝
B. Gradually increases ⃝
C. Progressively reduces ⃝
D. Becomes infinite ⃝

(11) Time period of vibrating spring is 2.0 s, its frequency will be:
A. 0.1Hz ⃝ B. 0.5 Hz ⃝
C. 0.2Hz ⃝ D. 1.0Hz ⃝

(12) _________ is used to locate underwater depths.

A. Echo ⃝
B. Ultrasounds ⃝
C. Electromagnetic waves ⃝
D. Water Waves ⃝

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 Federal Board SSC-II Examination
Physics Model Question Paper
(Curriculum 2006)

Time allowed: 2.45 hours Total Marks: 53

Note: Answer any eleven parts from Section ‘B’ and attempt any two questions from Section
‘C’ on the separately provided answer book. Write your answers neatly and legibly.

SECTION – B (Marks 33)

Q.2 Attempt any ELEVEN parts from the following. All parts carry equal marks. (113=33)
i. How electroscope can be used to identify conductor and insulator?
ii. Describe three uses of capacitors in various electric appliances.
iii. What changes occur in the nuclei of radioactive element if:
a. α- Ray is emitted b. β-Ray is emitted
c. ϒ-Ray is emitted
iv. Discuss two main services that internet is providing us?
v. What happens when a narrow beam of electrons is passed through:
a. a uniform electric field b. a uniform magnetic field.
vi. Which type of lens can be used to burn an object from sun light? Show with the
help of ray diagram.
vii. Figure shows a device used to view the objects that are
behind a wall.
a. Complete ray diagram using proper positions of
two prisms.
b. What is the name of this device?

viii. How does lenz’s law relate with the conservation of energy?
ix. You have two resistors of 10 Ω each, arrange them in circuit to get an equivalent
resistance of
a. 20 Ω b. 5Ω
x. What is the effect of the resistance of metal conductor with decrease in
temperature?
xi. Differentiate AC Generator and DC Motor. (Any three)
xii. Plane waves in ripple tank undergo refraction when they move from deep to
shallow water. What changes occur in
a. Speed of waves b. Frequency of waves
c. Wavelength of waves
xiii. How knowledge of the properties of sound waves is applied in buildings with
respect to acoustics?
xiv. Considering a CRO, explain:
a. Why grid is given negative potential?

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 b. Why the filament is heated?
c. Why the anode potential is kept positive with respect to the cathode
potential?
xv. A simple pendulum is displaced from mean position as shown in figure.
a. Draw forces acting on it at point A.
b. Which force is providing restoring force?
c. What will be the velocity of bob at point A?
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SECTION – C (Marks 20)

Note: Attempt any TWO questions. All questions carry equal marks. (2  10 = 20)
Q.3 a. What is compound microscope. Describe it by drawing Ray Diagram and write
formula for its magnification. (1+4+1)
b. A sound wave has frequency of 2 kHz and wavelength 35 cm. How long will it
take to travel 1.5 km? (4)

Q.4 a. What are radioisotopes? Describe uses of radioisotopes in medicine and industry.
(two each) (2+2+2)
b. An electric bulb is marked with 220 V, 50 W. Find the resistance of the filament
of the bulb. If the bulb is used 5 hours daily, find the energy in kilowatt-hour
consumed by the bulb in one month (30 days). (4)

Q.5 a. Waves transfer energy not matter. Justify this statement with the help of a simple
experiment. Also discuss the factors by which rate of energy transfer can be
increased. (3+2)
b. Two identical capacitors of 100 μF are connected in series with 20 V battery and
potential drop. Calculate the charge stored on each capacitor. (5)

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 PHYSICS SSC-II (3rd Set)
Student Learning Outcomes Alignment Chart
(Curriculum 2006)

SECTION – A

Q.1
(1) Describe the factors affecting the resistance of a metallic conductor.
(2) State, for radioactive emissions:
 their nature
 their relative ionizing effects
 their relative penetrating abilities
(3) State the action of the logic gates in truth table form.
(4) Describe the use of information storage devices such as audio cassettes, video cassettes,
hard discs, floppy, compact discs and flash drive
(5) Describe simple experiments to show the production and detection of electric charge.
(6) Describe the use of a single lens as a magnifying glass and in a camera, projector and
photographic enlarger and draw ray diagrams to show how each forms an image
(7) State that there are positive and negative charges.
(8) Describe that a force acts on a current -carrying conductor placed in a magnetic field as
long as the conductor is not parallel to the magnetic field.
(9) Describe the concept of conventional current.
(10) Understand that damping progressively reduces the amplitude of oscillation.
(11) Solve problems by applying the relation f = 1/T and v = fλ
(12) Describe how ultrasound techniques are used in medical and industry.

SECTION-B

Q.2
i. Describe the construction and working principle of electroscope
ii. List the use of capacitors in various electrical appliances.
iii. Describe that the three types of radiation are α, β & ϒ. Explain that an element may
change into another element when radioactivity occurs
iv. Access the risks and benefits to society and the environment of introducing ICT (e.g.
effects on personal privacy, criminal activities, health and transfer of information
v. -Describe the effect of electric field on an electron beam.
-Describe the effect of magnetic field on an electron beam.
vi. Describe how light is refracted through lenses.
vii. Describe the passage of light through a glass prism.
viii. Explain that the direction of an induced e.m.f opposes the change causing it and relate
this phenomenon to conservation of energy.
ix. Calculate the equivalent resistance of a number of resistances connected in series and
also, in parallel.
x. Describe the factors affecting the resistance of a metallic conductor.
xi. Describe a simple form of A.C. generator, relate the turning effect on a coil to the action
of a D.C. motor.
xii. Describe properties of waves such as reflection, refraction and diffraction with the help of
ripple tank.
xiii. Describe the importance of acoustic protection.
xiv. Describe the basic principle of CRO
xv. Draw forces acting on a displaced pendulum.

SECTION-C

Q.3 a. Draw ray diagram of compound microscope and mention its magnifying power.
b. Solve problems based on mathematical relations learnt in this unit.

Q.4 a. Describe what are radioisotopes. What makes them useful for various
applications?
b. Apply the equation E=I.Vt to solve numerical problem.

Q.5 a. Describe that waves are means of energy transfer without transfer of matter.
b. Apply the formula for the effective capacitance of a number of capacitors
connected in series and in parallel to solve related problems.
 PHYSICS SSC-II (3rd Set)
TABLE OF SPECIFICATION

Assessment Unit 10: Unit 11: Unit Unit 13: Unit 14: Unit 15: Unit 16: Unit 17: Unit 18: Total Percentage
Objectives waves sound 12: electrost electricity electrom electronic ICT Atomic marks
optics atics agnetism physics
Knowledge Q1(10)1 Q1(12)1 Q3(a)6 Q2(2)3 Q1(8)1 Q1(4)1 Q1(2)1 25 28.7%
based Q5(a)5 Q4(a)6
Understanding Q2(12)3 Q2(13)3 Q1(6)1 Q1(5)1 Q1(1)1 Q2(10)3 Q2(5)3 Q2(4)3 Q2(3)3 44 50.6%
based Q2(15)3 Q2(6)3 Q1(7)1 Q2(8)3 Q1(3)1
Q2(7)3 Q2(1)3 Q2(11)3 Q2(14)3
Application Q1(11)1 Q3(b)4 Q5(b)5 Q1(9)1 18 20.7%
based Q2(9)3
Q4(b)4

Total marks 13 8 13 13 9 10 7 4 10 87 100%

KEY:
Q1(10)1
Question No. (Part No.) Allocated Marks
Note: (i) The policy of FBISE for knowledge based questions, understanding based questions and application based questions is approximately as follows:
a) 30% knowledge based.
b) 50% understanding based.
c) 20% application based.
(ii) The total marks specified for each unit/content in the table of specification is only related to this model question paper.
(iii) The level of difficulty of the paper is approximately as follows:
a) 40% easy
b) 40% moderate
c) 20% difficult
 PHYSICS MODEL QUESTION PAPER (3rd SET SOLUTION)
SSC-II
SECTION A
1. A
2. C
3. A
4. D
5. B
6. B
7. A
8. B
9. C
10. C
11. B
12. B
SECTION B
i. Electroscope can also be used to distinguish between insulators and conductors.
Touch the disk of a charged electroscope with material under test. If the leaves
collapse from their diverged position, the body would be a good conductor. If there is
no change in the divergence of the leaves, it will show that the body under test is an
insulator.

ii. i. Capacitors are used for tuning transmitters, receivers and transistor radios.
ii. They are also used for fans, fan motors in air conditioners, coolers, motors washing
machines, air conditioners and many other appliances for their smooth working.
iii. Capacitors are also used in electronic circuits of computers etc.

iii. Alpha ray

Alpha particle is a helium nucleus comprising of two protons and two neutrons with a
charge of 2e.
In alpha decay, the proton number or atomic number Z of the parent nuclide reduces
by 2 and its mass number or nucleon number A decreases by 4.
Beta ray
Beta radiation is a stream of high-energy electrons
In beta -decay, the parent nuclide has its proton number Z increased by 1 but its mass
number or nucleon number A remains unchanged
Gamma ray
Gamma radiations are fast moving light photons.
 Gamma rays are usually emitted with no change in atomic or mass number.

iv. The main services used on the internet include:

Web browsing
A browser is an application which provides a window to the Web. All browsers are
designed to display the pages of information located at web sites around the world.
The most popular browsers on the market today include Internet Explorer, The World,
Opera, Safari, Mozilla Firefox, Chrome, etc.
Electronic Mail
One of the most widely used application of internet is electronic mail (or e-mail),
which provides very fast delivery of messages to any enabled site on the Internet.
Communication through e-mail is more quick and reliable. Through our e-mail, we
can communicate with our friends and institution with more ease and pace.

v. Deflection of electrons by electric field

When an electron beam passes through electric field between the two plates, the
electrons are deflected towards the positive plate (Fig). The reason for this is that
electrons are attracted by the positive charges and are repelled by the negative charges
due to force F=qE

Deflection of electrons by magnetic field

Now we apply magnetic field at right angle to the beam of electrons by using a
horseshoe magnet as shown in Fig. We will notice that the spot of the electrons beam
on the screen is getting deflected from its original direction. Now change the direction
of the horseshoe magnet. We will see that spot on the fluorescent screen is getting
deflected in the opposite direction.

vi. Convex lens will be used.

The lens which causes incident parallel rays to converge at a point is known as
Convex lens or converging lens.
The light rays travelling parallel to the principal axis of a convex lens after refraction
meet at a point on the principal axis, called principal focus or focal point F. At this
point, concentration of light becomes so high that heating effect can be produced and
 if a paper is placed here it can catch fire.

vii. a.

b. Periscope

viii. If we apply the law of conservation of energy to electromagnetic induction, we realize

that the electrical energy induced in a conductor comes from the kinetic energy of the
moving magnet. We do some work on the magnet to bring it close to the solenoid.
This work consequently appears as electrical energy in the conductor. Thus,
mechanical energy of our hand used to push the magnet towards or away from the coil
results into electrical energy. Hence, Lenz’s law is a manifestation of the law of
conservation of energy.

ix. a. Arrange them in series,

Using formula
R= R1+ R2
=10 + 10
= 20Ω

b. Arrange them in parallel,

Using formula
1/R = 1/ R1 + 1/ R2
= 1/10 + 1/10
R = 5Ω
x. The resistance of conductors increases with increase in temperature. This is due to
increase in the number of collisions of electrons with themselves and with the atoms
of the metals. In the same way, if we decrease the temperature, resistance of the
conductor decreases because rate of collision of electrons decreases.
 xi. i. DC motor converts electric energy into mechanical energy. A.C generator converts
mechanical energy into electrical energy.
ii. Two slip rings are used in generator, while in motor a ring is split into two halves,
known as split rings.
iii. In generator, slip rings attached with coil, slides along with their own carbon
brushes. In motor, split rings continuously interchange their carbon brushes during
rotation of coil.

xii. a. The speed of a wave in water depends on the depth of water. So in shallow water,
speed of water wave decreases.
b. The frequency of the water waves remains the same in both parts of water because
it is equal to the frequency of the vibrator.
c. When water waves enter the region of shallow water their wavelength decreases,
because speed of waves decreases as V=f λ

xiii. The technique or method used to absorb undesirable sounds by soft and porous
surfaces is called acoustic protection.
Reflection of sound
Reflection of sound is more prominent if the surface is rigid and smooth, and less if
the surface is soft. Thus, by using soft, porous materials, such as draperies and rugs in
noisy places we can reduce the level of noise pollution. However, if the surface of
classrooms or public halls is too absorbent, the sound level may be low for the
audience.
Reverberations
Sometimes, when sound reflects from the walls, ceiling, and floor of a room, the
reflecting surfaces are too reflective and the sound becomes garbled. This is due to
multiple reflections called reverberations.
In the design of lecture halls, auditorium, or theater halls, a balance must be achieved
between reverberation and absorption. It is often advantageous to place reflective
surfaces such as curved sound boards behind the stage to direct sound to the audience.
Generally, the ceilings of lecture halls, conference halls and theatre halls are curved
so that sound after reflection may reach all the corners of the hall.

xiv. a . Grid
The grid is connected to a negative potential. The more negative this potential, the
more electrons will be repelled from the grid and hence fewer electrons will reach the
anode and the screen. Hence, the negative potential of the grid can be used as a
brightness control.

b. Filament
Filament contains large number of free electrons. At room temperature electrons
cannot escape the metal surface due to attractive forces of the atomic nucleus. If the
 metal is heated to a high temperature, some of the free electrons may gain sufficient
energy to escape the metal surface.
c. Anode
The anode is connected to positive potential and hence is used to accelerate the
electrons.

xv.
a.

b.mgsin is providing restoring force

c. Velocity will be zero at extreme point A.
SECTION C
Ans.3 a
COMPOUND MICROSCOPE
Compound microscope is used to investigate structure of small objects. It gives
greater magnification than a single lens. (1)
Parts
It has two converging lenses, the objective and the eyepiece.
The objective lens has a short focal length, ƒo < 1 cm.
The eyepiece has a long focal length, ƒe of a few cm.
RAY DIAGRAM
Magnification can be determined through the ray diagram as shown in Fig. Objective forms a
small image I1 inside the focal point of eyepiece. This image acts as an object for the
eyepiece and the final larger image I2 is formed outside the focal point of the objective.

(4)

Magnification
The magnification of a compound microscope is given by
M = L/fo (1+d/fe) (1)
b. Data
frequency = f = 2kHz = 2 x 103 Hz
Wavelength = λ = 35cm= 35 x 10-2 m
Distance= S = 1.5km =1.5 x 103 m
Time = ?
Solution
V=f λ
V = (2 x 103 )( 35 x 10-2)
V = 700ms-1 (2)
S=vt
1.5 x 103 =700 t
t = 2.14 s (2)

Ans.4 a RADIOISOTOPES
Nuclei which do not emit radiations naturally are called stable nuclei. In general, most
of the nuclei with atomic number 1 to 82 are stable nuclei. While the elements whose atomic
number is greater than 82 are naturally unstable.
The stable and non-radioactive elements can also be changed into radioactive elements by
bombarding them with protons, neutrons or alpha particles. Such artificially produced
radioactive elements are called radioactive isotopes or radioisotopes.
n1 + Na23 = Na24 + gamma -rays (sodium radioisotope)
He4 + Al27 = P30 +n1 (phosphorous radioisotope) (2)

Uses of Radioisotopes
1. Tracers
In industry tracers can be used to locate the wear and tear of the moving parts of the
machinery. They can be used for the location of leaks in underground pipes. By introducing a
suitable radioactive tracer into the pipe, the leak can be conveniently traced from higher
activity in the region of crack in the pipe. (2)
2. Medical Treatment
Radioisotopes are also used in nuclear medicines for curing various diseases. For example,
radioactive cobalt-60 is used for curing cancerous tumors and cells. The radiations kill the
cells of the malignant tumor in the patient. (2)

Ans. 4 b
Given that, Power = p = 100 W
Voltage = V = 220V
time = t = 5 hours for 30days
Resistance = R =?
The amount of energy in kilowatt-hour=?
Solution:
The amount of energy in kilowatt-hour = watt x time of use in hours / 1000
= 100 x 5 x30/1000
= 15KWh (2)
P= V2/R
R= V2/P
= 2202/10
=484Ω (2)
Ans.5 a Energy can be transferred from one place to another through waves. For example,
when we shake the stretched string up and down, we provide our muscular energy to the
string. As a result, a set of waves can be seen travelling along the string.
Factors:
1. Amplitude
The amount of energy carried by the wave depends on distance of the stretched string from its
rest position. That is, the energy in a wave depends on the amplitude of the wave.
2. Frequency
If we shake the string faster, we give more energy per second to produce wave of higher
frequency, and the wave delivers more energy per second to the particles of the string as it
moves forward.
Water waves also transfer energy from one place to another (2)
Experiment:
Drop a stone into a pond of water. Water waves will be produced on the surface of water and
will travel outwards. Place a cork at some distance from the falling stone. When waves reach
the cork, it will move up and down along with the motion of the water particles by getting
energy from the waves.
This activity shows that water waves like other waves transfer energy from one place to
another without transferring matter, i.e., water. (3)

Ans.5 b
Data :
Series Connecion
C1 =100 μF
C2 =100 μF
Voltage = 20V
Charge Q1 = ?
Charge Q2 = ?
Solution:
Equivalent capacitance= C =?
1/C = 1/ C1 + 1/ C2
= 1/100 + 1/100 (2)
C = 50 μF
Charge on each capacitor will remain same in series combination (1)
Q1= Q2= Q
Q =CV
= 50 x 10-6 x 20
=1000 μC (2)