Mark Schemes

(1) Measurement-Criteria for Observation, Recording, Total Awarded Total

Reporting (ORR) Mark Grade
Observation
Correctly observes the zero error on the micrometre screw 1
gauge.
Observes precision of instrument (all readings to 2 decimal 1
places)
Makes good observations. (2)
-All relevant data observed (zero reading, sleeve 2
and thimble)
-No more than 1 missing “observed data” 1 [ ]
Recording 𝟏𝟎
Records all units 1
Records units and formula in ALL appropriate headings (2)
-ALL units and Formula in headings 2
-No more than 1 heading missing formula/Unit 1
Records in ascending/descending order 1
Reporting
Makes a complete report (all sections completed) 1
Writes procedure in the past tense 1

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 (2) Mass of a coin - Criteria for Analysis and Total Awarded Total
Interpretation (A&I) Mark Grade
Calculations
Uses the correct formula to calculate the mass of one coin (2)
and gives unit.
-Formula 1
-Unit 1
Graph
Uses two points that are not plotted 1
Uses two points that are far apart 1
[ ]
Reads off X1, X2, Y1 and Y2 correctly. (2)
-All points correct 2 𝟏𝟎
-No more than 1 incorrect read off 1
Uses the correct formula for gradient 1
Calculates the gradient correctly and gives the unit. (2)
-Correct value and unit 1
-Correct value, missing or incorrect unit 1
Identifies the relation between gradient and mass 1

(3) Density-Criteria for Manipulation and Total Awarded Total

Measurement (M&M) Mark Grade
Manipulation
Chooses an appropriate size object. 1
Ties the object securely. 1
Gently lowers object in displacement can 1
Completely immerses object in the water 1
Allows water to fully drain from displacement can 1 [ ]
Repeats reading to ensure accuracy 1 𝟏𝟎
Measurement
Zeroes the balance before measuring 1
Places measuring cylinder on a flat surface 1
Reads the bottom of the meniscus 1
Reads at eye level to avoid parallax 1

(4) Moment - Criteria for Planning and Designing Total Awarded Total
(P&D) Mark Grade
Develops a hypothesis (sensible) 1
Correctly identifies the variables (3)
-Manipulating variable 1
-Responding variable 1
-Controlled variable 1
Chooses appropriate equipment 1
Procedure (2) [ ]
-Outlines logical sequence 1 𝟏𝟎
-Clearly outlines how measurement will be taken 1
Shows how data will be collected 1
Shows how data will support or refute hypothesis (Use of 1
Data)
Precautions/Limitations/Possible sources of error (any two 1
stated)

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 (5) Pendulum-Criteria for Analysis and Interpretation Total Awarded Total
(A&I) Mark Grade
Calculations
Correctly calculates all values of T and T2 and gives (2)
correct units.
-All values and units correct. 2
-Correct units and no more than 2 incorrect values 1
-All Values correct but incorrect/missing unit 1
Graph
Uses two points that are not plotted 1
Uses two points that are far apart (large triangle-more than 1
50%) [ ]
Calculates the gradient correctly and gives the correct (2) 𝟏𝟎
units.
-Calculation 1
-Units 1
Substitutes S (gradient) into formula correctly 1
Calculates the value of g and gives the correct units. (2)
-Calculation 1
-Units 1
Calculates correct period of pendulum with length 35mm 1
(5) Pendulum-Criteria for Manipulation and Total Awarded Total
Measurement (M&M) Mark Grade
Manipulation
Correctly sets up apparatus. 1
Measures from support to the centre of the bob. 1
Uses countdown method to reduce reaction time. 1
Ensures the amplitude of the pendulum is small. 1
Ensures the pendulum is oscillating in one plane. 1 [ ]
Measures at least 20 oscillations. 1 𝟏𝟎
Repeats timings to ensure accuracy. 1
Takes readings over a suitable range. 1
Measurement
Reads metre ruler at eye level to avoid parallax. 1
Calculates average of timings. 1

(6) Deformation-Criteria for Planning and Designing Total Awarded Total

(P&D) Mark Grade
Hypothesis (2)
- Clearly stated 1
- Testable 1
Aim related to hypothesis 1
Appropriate materials/apparatus 1
Suitable method 1
[ ]
States correct variables. (3)
-Controlled 1 𝟏𝟎
-Manipulated 1
-Responding 1
Reasonable expected results 1
Assumptions/precautions/possible sources of errors (Any 1
two stated)

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 (7) Momentum-Criteria for Analysis and Interpretation Total Awarded Total
(A&I) Mark Grade
Calculations
Correctly calculates the total momentum before collision. (2)
-3-4 conditions correct 2
-1-2 conditions correct 1
Correctly calculates the total momentum after collision. (2)
-3-4 conditions correct 2
-1-2 conditions correct 1
Uses the correct formula to calculate final velocity 1 [ ]
Correctly calculates the final velocity and gives correct (2)
units. 𝟏𝟎
-calculation 1
-units 1
Gives appropriate explanation of how principle of (2)
conservation applies.
-accurate 2
-acceptable 1
Analyses data and comes to appropriate conclusion 1

(8) Rate of Heat Absorption-Criteria for Observation, Total Awarded Total

Recording, Reporting (ORR) Mark Grade
Observation
Observes the liquid with the faster rate of absorption. 1
Recording
Records observation through written description in a clear 1
fashion.
Records observations through written description in a 1
concise manner (no unnecessary detail).
[ ]
Uses the appropriate table headings. 1
Puts the correct quantity on the correct axis. 1 𝟏𝟎
Puts in a title at the top of the page. 1
Counts evenly when putting in scales (no skips) 1
Reporting
Makes a complete report. 1
Does each section adequately (correct info in each section) 1
States conclusion in relation to aim. 1

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 (9) Specific Heat Capacity-Criteria for Manipulation Total Awarded Total
and Measurement (M&M) Mark Grade
Manipulation
Lights the Bunsen burner with due regard for safety. 1
Stirs to allow even distribution of heat. 1
Immerses the bulb completely. 1
Allows enough time for equilibrium. 1
Takes reading while the bulb is immersed. 1
[ ]
Makes sure the thermometer does not touch the sides of the 1
container. 𝟏𝟎
Transfers solid quickly. 1
Measurement
Zeroes the balance before measuring. 1
Reads at eye level to avoid parallax. 1
Records highest temperature reached. 1

(10) Phase Change-Criteria for Planning and Designing Total Awarded Total
(P&D) Mark Grade
Hypothesis (2)
- Clearly stated 1
- Testable 1
Aim related to hypothesis 1
Appropriate materials/apparatus 1
Suitable method 1 [ ]
States correct variables (3)
-Controlled 1 𝟏𝟎
-Manipulated 1
-Responding 1
Shows how data will be collected 1
Shows how data will support or refute hypothesis (Use of 1
Data)

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 (11) Nature of Images-Criteria for Observation, Total Awarded Total
Recording, Reporting (ORR) Mark Grade
Observation
Observes the correct alignment of the pins in the mirror. 1
Observes the correct nature of the image. (2)
-All properties correctly observed. 2
-No more than 1 incorrect property. 1
Recording
Indicates the position of the pins used with an X or O. 1 [ ]
Draws in arrows to indicate the direction of ray path. 1 𝟏𝟎
Records correct unit in the appropriate column headings. 1
Reporting
Makes a complete report. 1
Reports procedure in the past tense. 1
Diagram adequately drawn. 1
States conclusion in relation to the aim. 1

(12) Refraction-Criteria for Manipulation and Total Awarded Total

Measurement (M&M) Mark Grade
Manipulation
Draws normal at 90° 1
Pins straight and vertical 1
Pins as far apart as possible 1
Aligns pin-points and not pin heads 1
Aligns pins properly 1 [ ]
Traces block properly 1
Draws lines through marked holes 1 𝟏𝟎
Measures angles between normal and respective ray 1
Measurement
Measures angles correctly (2)
-All angles correctly measured 2
-No more than 2 incorrect angles. 1
(12) Refraction-Criteria for Analysis and Interpretation Total Awarded
Total
(A&I) Mark Grade
Calculations
Calculates sin i and sin r accurately (2)
-All values correct 2
-No more than 2 incorrect values 1
Graphs
Determines the angle of incidence when the angle of 1
refraction is 25°.
Reads off X1, X2, Y1 and Y2 correctly. 1
[ ]
Uses the correct formula for gradient. 1
Correctly calculates the gradient of the graph 1 𝟏𝟎
Correctly infers the relationship between the gradient and 1
the refractive index.
Correctly substitutes the refractive index in formula for 1
critical angle.
Correctly determines the critical angle of glass. (2)
-Range 41°-43° 2
-Range 39-40°, 44-45° 1

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 (13) Electricity (Cells/Battery)-Criteria for Total Awarded Total
Manipulation and Measurement (M&M) Mark Grade
Manipulation
Sets up circuits according to diagrams given. (2)
-Circuit 1 1
-Circuit 2 1
Connects components in series correctly 1
Connects components in parallel correctly 1 [ ]
Connects voltmeter with correct polarity 1 𝟏𝟎
Connects ammeter with correct polarity 1
Measurement
Choose the correct scale for range of current being 1
measured
Chooses the correct terminals for the desired range. 1
Reads ammeter and voltmeter accurately to avoid parallax. (2)
-Ammeter 1
-Voltmeter 1

(14) Radioactivity-Criteria for Observation, Recording, Total Awarded Total

Reporting (ORR) Mark Grade
Observation
Removes all the coins with tails upwards. 1
Recording
Records all data until less than 10 coins remain. 1
Uses appropriate table headings 1
Puts the correct quantities on correct axes 1
Labels the axes (quantity/unit) 1 [ ]
Uses a suitable scale for the graph (graph spans more than 1 𝟏𝟎
half of the graph both ways).
Plots points correctly 1
Correctly chooses between a line and a curve 1
Reporting
Makes a complete report-all relevant sections done 1
States conclusion in relation to the objective 1

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 (15) Proposal-Criteria for Planning and Designing Total Awarded Total
(P&D) Mark Grade
Hypothesis (2)
- Clearly stated 1
- Testable 1
Aim
- Related to hypothesis 1
Materials/apparatus
- Appropriate materials/apparatus 1
Method (2) [ ]
- Suitable 1
- At least one manipulated or responding variable 1 𝟏𝟎
Controlled variable
-Controlled variable stated 1
Expected results (2)
- Reasonable 1
- Linked with method 1
Assumptions/precautions/possible sources of errors
- Any one stated 1

(16) Implementation-Criteria for Analysis and Total Awarded Total

Interpretation (A&I) Mark Grade
Method-Linked to Proposal, Change of tense 1
Results- Correct formulae and equations: (4)
-Accurate 2
-Acceptable 1
Accuracy of data: (2)
-Accurate 2
-Acceptable 1
Discussion-Explanation (Development of points) (5)
-Thorough 2
-Partial 1
Interpretation (2)
-Fully supported by data 2
-Partially supported by data 1
Trends: (1)
-Stated 1
[ ]
Limitations (3)
-Sources of error listed 1 𝟐𝟎
-Precautions stated 1
-Limitation stated 1
Reflections (5)
-Relevance between the experiment and real life (Self,
Society or Environment) 1
-Impact of knowledge gained from experiment on self 1
-Justification for any adjustment made during experiment 1
-Communication of information (2)
-(Uses appropriate scientific language, grammar &
clarity of expression all the time 2
-Some of the time 1
Conclusion (2)
-Stated 1
-Related to the aim 1

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