S.1 Physics.

End of term 2 examination.

Attempt all questions. 2 hours.
1. (a). Explain briefly what Physics deals with.
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(b). Mention any two branches of Physics.
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(c). Briefly explain the purpose of a Physics laboratory.

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(d). Explain briefly how Physics is important using any one area of human activity.
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2. (a). State the S.I units for the following physics quantities.
(i). Area. ________________________________________
(ii). Length. ______________________________________
(iii). Mass. _______________________________________
(iv). Time ________________________________________
(v). Force. ________________________________________
(b). Classify the quantities mentioned in (a) above under basic quantities or derived
quantities by completing the table below.

Basic quantities Derived quantities

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3. In each of the following, state the instrument that can be used to measure the given
quantities. In each case, express the quantity the units stated.
(a). the volume of a stone was found to be 420cm3.
(i). State the instrument that was used.
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(ii). Convert the volume of the stone to cubic metres.
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(iii). Express your answer in (ii) above in standard form.
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(b). the mass of a spoonful of baking powder was found to be 53.2g.

(i). state the instrument used.
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(ii). Convert the mass of baking powder to kilograms.
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4. (a). Mention the four states of matter.
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(b). (i). Explain the nature of solids using the Particle theory of matter.

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(ii). Use particle theory to discuss the melting of solids when heated.
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5. (a). Explain briefly what you understand by the following terms. Give one day to day
situation where the phenomenon occurs.
(i). Brownian motion.
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(ii). Diffusion.
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(b). (i).State one factor that affects the rate of diffusion.
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(ii). Use particle theory to explain Brownian motion.
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6. (a). Give two examples of each of the following.

Contact forces Non-contact forces

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(b). Calculate the weight of the following masses.

(i). M=3 .4 kg
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(ii). M=500 g
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(b). (i). if the forces are balanced, find the value of force F.

5N
12N
F

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(ii) Calculate the resultant force.

13N 5N

15N

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