PHYSICAL SCIENCES PAPER 1

GRADE 12: REVISION STUDY GUIDE

WINTER CLASSES

Topic 1 Topic 2
Newton’s laws and application of Work, energy and power
Newton’s laws.

Topic 3
Electric circuits (without internal
resistance)

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

Compiled by

1. Mrs Legegeru
2. Mr Mokoena
3. Mr Ongusona
4. Mr Sealanyane
5. Mr Waswa

ICONS USED IN THE MANUAL AND THEIR DESCRIPTION

Outcomes Mind Map Summative task

Key
Table of Content Steps
Concepts/Glossary

Methodology Activities Bibliography

JENN TRAINING AND CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER SCHOOL SUBJECT: MATHEMATICS

CONTENTS PAGE

Programme 3
TOPIC 1: Newton’s laws and application of Newton’s laws

 Examination guidelines 4-5

 Important terms and definitions 6
 Formulae table 6
 Newton’s First and Second law brief notes 7
 Worked examples and typical exam questions 8-18
1. Vertical and horizontal (without components) plane 8-11
2. Vertical and horizontal( with components) plane 12-15
3. Inclined plane 16-18

TOPIC 2: Work, energy and power

 Examination guidelines 19
 Important terms and definition 20
 Formulae table 20
 Work, energy and power flow diagram 21
 Worked examples and typical exam questions 22-31
1. Horizontal (with friction) and inclined (frictionless) plane
2. Horizontal (frictionless) and inclined (with friction) plane
3. Vertical plane

TOPIC 3: Electric circuits without internal resistance

 Examination guidelines 32
 Important terms and definition 32
 Formulae table 33
 Worked examples and typical exam questions 34-48

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 WINTER CLASSES PROGRAMME

DAY ACTIVITY PAGE TIME

1 Pre-test: Paper 1 45 MIN

Newton’s laws 4 -13 1 HOUR: 15 MIN

Newton’s laws 14 -18 45 MIN

2
Work, energy and Power 19-27 1 HOUR: 15 MIN

Work, energy and power 28-31 2 HOURS

3

Electric Circuits ( without internal 32-44 2 HOURS

4 resistance

Electric Circuits ( without internal 45-48 1 HOUR: 10 MIN

5 resistance

Post-test: Paper 1 50 MIN

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 NEWTON’S LAWS AND APPLICATION OF NEWTON’S LAWS.

EXAMINATION GUIDELINES:

Newton's laws and application of Newton's laws

(This section must be read in conjunction with the CAPS, p. 62–66.)
Different kinds of forces: weight, normal force, frictional force, applied force (push,
pull), tension (strings or cables)
 Define normal force, N, as the force or the component of a force which a surface exerts
on an object with which it is in contact, and which is perpendicular to the surface.
 Define frictional force, f, as the force that opposes the motion of an object and which
acts parallel to the surface.
Define static frictional force, fs, as the force that opposes the tendency of motion of a
stationary object relative to a surface.
Define kinetic frictional force, fk, as the force that opposes the motion of a moving object
relative to a surface.
Know that a frictional force:
o Is proportional to the normal force
o Is independent of the area of contact
o Is independent of the velocity of motion
 Solve problems using f max s = μsN where f maxs is the maximum static frictional force and
μs is the coefficient of static friction.
NOTE:
o If a force, F, applied to a body parallel to the surface does not cause the object to
move, F is equal in magnitude to the static frictional force.
o The static frictional force is a maximum (f maxs ) just before the object starts to move
across the surface.
o If the applied force exceeds f max s , a resultant (net) force accelerates the object.
 Solve problems using fk = μkN, where fk is the kinetic frictional force and μk the
coefficient of kinetic friction.

Force diagrams, free-body diagrams

 Draw force diagrams.
 Draw free-body diagrams. (This is a diagram that shows the relative magnitudes and
directions of forces acting on a body/particle that has been isolated from its
surroundings)
 Resolve a two-dimensional force (such as the weight of an object on an inclined plane)
into its parallel (x) and perpendicular (y) components.
 Determine the resultant/net force of two or more forces.

Newton's first, second and third laws of motion

 State Newton's first law of motion: A body will remain in its state of rest or motion at
constant velocity unless a non-zero resultant/net force acts on it.
 Discuss why it is important to wear seatbelts using Newton's first law of motion.
 State Newton's second law of motion: When a resultant/net force acts on an object, the
object will accelerate in the direction of the force at an acceleration directly proportional
to the force and inversely proportional to the mass of the object.
 Draw force diagrams and free-body diagrams for objects that are in equilibrium or
accelerating.
4

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

EXAMINATION GUIDELINES:

 Apply Newton's laws of motion to a variety of equilibrium and non-equilibrium problems

including:
o A single object:
- Moving on a horizontal plane with or without friction
- Moving on an inclined plane with or without friction
- Moving in the vertical plane (lifts, rockets, etc.)
o Two-body systems (joined by a light inextensible string):
- Both on a flat horizontal plane with or without friction
- One on a horizontal plane with or without friction, and a second hanging
vertically from a string over a frictionless pulley
- Both on an inclined plane with or without friction
- Both hanging vertically from a string over a frictionless pulley
 State Newton's third law of motion: When object A exerts a force on object B, object B
SIMULTANEOUSLY exerts an oppositely directed force of equal magnitude on object
A.
 Identify action-reaction pairs.
 List the properties of action-reaction pairs.

Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation

 State Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation: Each body in the universe attracts every
other body with a force that is directly proportional to the product of their masses and
inversely proportional to the square of the distance between their centres.
Gm1m 2
 Solve problems using F  .
r2
Gm
 Calculate acceleration due to gravity on a planet using g  .
r2
 Describe weight as the gravitational force, in newton (N), exerted on an object.
Describe mass as the amount of matter in a body measured in kilogram (kg).
 Calculate weight using the expression w = mg.
 Calculate the weight of an object on other planets with different values of gravitational
acceleration.
 Explain weightlessness as the sensation experienced when all contact forces are
removed i.e. no external objects touch one's body. For example, when in free fall, the
only force acting on your body is the force of gravity that is a non-contact force. Since
the force of gravity cannot be felt without any other opposing forces, you would have no
sensation of it and you would feel weightless when in free fall.

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

IMPORTANT TERMS & DEFINITIONS:

NEWTON'S LAWS AND APPLICATION OF NEWTON'S LAWS

Normal force (N) The force or the component of a force which a surface exerts on
an object with which it is in contact, and which is perpendicular
to the surface.
Frictional force (f) The force that opposes the motion of an object and which acts
parallel to the surface.
Static frictional The force that opposes the tendency of motion of a stationary
force (fs) object relative to a surface.
kinetic frictional The force that opposes the motion of a moving object relative to
force(fk), a surface.

NEWTON'S FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD LAWS OF MOTION

Newton's first law A body will remain in its state of rest or motion at constant
of motion velocity unless a non-zero resultant/net force acts on it.
Newton's second When a resultant/net force acts on an object, the object will
law of motion accelerate in the direction of the force at an acceleration directly
proportional to the force and inversely proportional to the mass
of the object.
Newton's third law When object A exerts a force on object B, object B
of motion SIMULTANEOUSLY exerts an oppositely directed force of equal
magnitude on object A.

NEWTON'S LAW OF UNIVERSAL GRAVITATION

Each body in the universe attracts every other body with a force
Newton's Law of that is directly proportional to the product of their masses and
Universal inversely proportional to the square of the distance between
Gravitation their centres.
Weight The gravitational force, in newton (N), exerted on an object.
Mass The amount of matter in a body measured in kilogram (kg).
Weightlessness The sensation experienced when all contact forces are removed
i.e. no external objects touch one's body.

FORMULAE TABLE:

Fnet  ma p mv

  sN
max
fs fk   k N

w  mg

m1m 2 m1m 2 M M
FG or/of FG g  G 2or/of g G
d2 r2 d r2

6
JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES
 Newton’s first Law of motion
A body will remain in its state of rest or motion at constant velocity unless a
non-zero resultant/net force acts on it.

A body remains in A body continues to

its state of rest move with a
All forces are balanced constant velocity

vi = vf = 0 m.s-1 There is no change in velocity (vi = vf)

Acceleration = 0 m.s-2 Acceleration = 0 m.s-2
Resultant force = 0 N Resultant force = 0

Newton’s Second Law:

When a resultant/net force acts on an object, the object will accelerate in the
direction of the force at an acceleration directly proportional to the force and
inversely proportional to the mass of the object.

A net force acts on an object. Fnet ≠ 0 N

Forces acting on the object are not balanced

Net force cause the object to accelerate in the direction of the

force. Acceleration and net force go in the same direction.
There is a change in velocity (vi ≠ vf)
a ≠ 0 m.s-2

Fnet = ma
𝟏
𝒂 𝜶 𝑭𝒏𝒆𝒕 𝒂𝜶
𝒎
The greater the net force, The bigger the mass, the smaller
the greater the acceleration. the acceleration. The smaller
The smaller the net force the mass, the greater the
the smaller the acceleration acceleration.

7
JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES
 LEARNER & TEACHER MANUAL
TOPIC: Newton’s laws and application of Newton’s laws. Duration: 2 hours
Key Concepts:

1. Newton’s Second law of motion.

2. Free-body diagram.
3. Solving problems using simultaneous equations.
4. Application of Newton’s laws.

EXAMPLE 1

A block of mass 2 kg is at rest on a rough horizontal suface. The block is connected to

another block of mass 1,5 kg by means of a light inextensible string which hangs over a
frictionless pulley. The 2 kg block experiences a constant frictional force of 3,1 N when a
force of 20 N is applied to the block as shown in the diagram below. Ignore the effects of
air friction.

2 kg 20 N

1,5 kg

1.1 Define the term kinetic frictional force. (2)

1.2 Draw a labelled free-body diagram indicating ALL the forces acting on the 2 kg
block. (5)

1.3 Apply Newtons’ Second Law to each of the blocks and calculate the magnitude of
the acceleration of the blocks. (6)

1.4
. Calculate the magnitude of tension in the string. (2)

[15]

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

SOLUTIONS 1

1.1 The force that opposes the motion of a moving object  relative to a surface (2)

1.2 Accepted labels

w Fg / Fw/force of earth on block/weight / 19,6 N / mg / gravitational force
fk f/friction/
T Tension /
F Fapp / FT
N Normal force / FN / Force of surface on block
N
Notes:
T  Any additional forces: max 4⁄5
F
 No arrows: 0⁄5
fk  Force(s) not touching object: max 4⁄5
w

(5)

1.3  For either

For 2 kg block: 2a or 1,5a For 1,5 kg block:
Fnet = ma  Fnet = ma
F – T – f = 2a T – 1,5(9,8) = 1,5a
20 – T – 3,1 =2a  T – 14,7  = 1,5a
16,9 – T  =2a T = 1,5a + 14,7
T = 16,9 – 2a

∴16,9 – 2a = 1,5a +14,7 

2,2 = 3,5a
a = 0,63 m·s-2 

OR

T = 16,9 – 2a
T = 1,5a + 14,7
0 = 2,2 – 3,5a (subtract)
a = 0,63 m·s-2  (6)

1.4
T = 16,9 – 2a T = 1,5a + 14,7

T = 16,9 – 2 (0,63) OR T = 1,5 (0,63) + 14,7 


T = 15.64 T = 15.64  (2)

[15]

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

ACTIVITY 1
Trolley A of mass 5kg is placed on the horizontal board. It is connected to block B
of mass 2kg by a light, inextensible string over a frictionless pulley as shown in the
diagram below. Ignore any effects of air resistance.

1.1 State Newton’s Second Law of motion. (2)

1.2 Draw a labelled free-body diagram indicating ALL the forces
(5)
acting. on the 2kg block
1.3 Assuming no frictional force acts between the wheels of the trolley
and the surface. Calculate:

1.3.1 The magnitude of the acceleration of the trolley. (5)

1.3.2 The tension in the string. (2)

[14]

10

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

ACTIVITY 2

The diagram below shows a 10 kg block lying on a flat, rough, horizontal surface of
a table. The block is connected by a light, inextensible string to a 2 kg block hanging over the
side of the table. The string runs over a light, frictionless pulley. The blocks are stationary.
table surface
10 kg

2 kg

2.1 State Newton's FIRST law of motion in words. (2)

2.2 Write down the magnitude of the NET force acting on the 10 kg block. (1)
When a 15 N force is applied vertically downwards on the 2 kg block, the 10 kg block
accelerates to the right. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the 5 kg block and the
the surface of the table is 0,21. Ignore the effects of air friction.

2.3 Draw a free-body diagram for the 2 kg block when the 15 N force is applied (3)
to it.
(6)
2.4 Calculate the magnitude of tension in the string.
[12]

11

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

EXAMPLE 2

A 5 kg block, resting on a rough horizontal table, is connected by a light inextensible string

passing over a light frictionless pulley to another block of mass 2 kg. The 2 kg block hangs
vertically as shown in the diagram below.
A force of 60 N is applied to the 5 kg block at an angle of 10 o to the horizontal, causing the
block to accelerate to the left.
60 N
10° 5 kg

2 kg

The coefficient of kinetic friction between the 5 kg block and the surface of the table
is 0,5. Ignore the effects of air friction.
2.1 Draw a labelled free-body diagram showing ALL the forces acting on the 5 kg block. (5)
2.2 Calculate the magnitude of the:
2.2.1 Vertical component of the 60 N force (2)
2.2.2 Horizontal component of the 60 N force (2)
2.3 State Newton's Second Law of Motion in words. (2)
Calculate the magnitude of the:
2.4 Normal force acting on the 5 kg block (2)
2.5 Tension in the string connecting the two blocks (7)
[20]

12

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 SOLUTIONS 2

2.1 Fapp N

• f Accepted labels
T w  Fg / Fw / weight / mg / gravitational force
T  FT / tension
F  Fa / F60 / 60 N / Fapplied / Ft /
N  FN
f  Ff
(5)
w
2.2
2.2.1 F60y = F60 sinθ F60Y = F60cosθ
 
F60y = 60sin10° OR F60y = 60cos80°
= 10,42 N (2)
2.2.2 F60x = F60 cosθ F60x = F60sinθ 

F60x = 60cos10° OR F60x = 60sin80°
= 59,09 N  (2)
2.3 When a resultant/net force acts on an object, the object will accelerate in the
direction of the force at an acceleration directly proportional to the force  and
inversely proportional to the mass of the object.  (2)

2.4 POSITIVE MARKING FROM 3.2. OR

N = mg – F60y Fy + N = w
N = {5(9,8) – 10,42}  N = w – Fy = mg - Fy 
= 38,58 N  = [(5)(9,8) – 10,42]
= 38,58 N  (2)

2.5 POSITIVE MARKING FROM 3.2.2 AND 3.4.

Fnet = ma
T – m2g = m2a 
T – 2(9,8) = 2a
T – 19,6 = 2a…………………….(1)
F60x – (f + T) = m8a
60cos10o – (f + T) = 5a.  OR 60 sin 80o – [f +T) = 5a
o
60cos10 – [(µkN)  +T)] = 5a..
59,09 – (0,5 x 38,58) –T = 5a
39,8 – T = 5a........................(2)
a = 2,886 ms-2
T – 19,6 = 2 (2,886) 
T = 25,37 N
OR
From equation (2)
T = 25,37 N
OR
T – 19,6 = 2a …………………..(1) x 5
59,09 – 19,29 – T = 5a ………(2) x 2
7T – 177,6 = 0 
T = 25,37 N  (7)
[20]

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES 13

 ACTIVITY 3

A 5 kg block, resting on a rough horizontal surface, is connected by a light

inextensible string passing over a light frictionless pulley to a second block of
mass 3 kg hanging vertically.

An applied force F is acting on the 5 kg block as shown in the diagram below

and the coefficient of kinetic friction between the 5 kg block and the surface is
0,2.
The 5 kg block accelerates to the left.

20o 5 kg

3 kg

3.1 Define the term frictional force. (2)

3.2.
2 Calculate the magnitude of the:

3.2.1 Vertical component of F if the magnitude of the horizontal

component of F equals 38 N (2)

3.2.2 Normal force acting on the 5 kg block (3)

3.3 State Newton’s Second Law of motion. (2)

3.4 Draw a labelled free-body diagram to indicate all the forces acting
on the 3 kg block. (2)

3.5 Calculate the magnitude of the tension in the string connecting the
two blocks. (6)
[17]

14

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

ACTIVITY 4
A block of mass 2 kg is connected with a light inextensible string that is hanging over a
frictionless pulley, to another block of mass X kg. A force of 20 N is applied to the right
at an angle of 20o to the horizontal on the 2 kg block while the block accelerates at 4
m∙s-2 to the left.
20 N
20o
2 kg

X kg

The coefficient of kinetic friction between the 2 kg block and the surface is 0,2 . Ignore
the effects of air friction.

4.1 Draw a labelled free-body diagram indicating ALL the forces acting on the
2 kg block. (5)

4.2.
2 Calculate X, the mass of the hanging block. (8)
[13]

15

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 EXAMPLE 3

A block of mass 1 kg is connected to another block of mass 4 kg by a light inextensible

string. The system is pulled up a rough plane inclined at 30 o to the horizontal, by means of
a constant 40 N force parallel to the plane as shown in the diagram below.

40 N

1 kg

4 kg
30°

The magnitude of the kinetic frictional force between the surface and the 4 kg block
is 10 N. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the 1 kg block and the surface
is 0,29.
State Newton's third law of motion in words. (2)
3.1
Draw a labelled free-body diagram showing ALL the forces acting on the
1 kg block as it moves up the incline. (5)
3.2

Calculate the magnitude of the:

3.3
3.3.1 Kinetic frictional force between the 1 kg block and the surface (3)

3.3.2 Tension in the string connecting the two blocks (6)

[16]

16

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 SOLUTIONS 3

3.1 When body A exerts a force on body B, body B exerts a force of equal
magnitude  in the opposite direction on body A. (2)

3.2 
Accepted labels
 Fg / Fw /force of earth on block / weight / mg /
w
gravitational force
N Normal force/FN

 T Tension / FT
FA F / Fapplied/40 N
f Frictional force / Ff
3.3 (5)
3.3.1

(3)

3.3.2

(6)
[16]

17

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

ACTIVITY 5

A block of mass 4 kg is connected to another block of mass 2 kg by a light,

inextensible string. The system is pulled up a rough plane, inclined at 30° to the
horizontal, by means of a constant force of 73,8 N parallel to the plane, as shown in
the diagram below.
73,8 N
4 kg

2 kg

30°

The magnitude of the kinetic frictional force on the 4 kg block is 20 N. The coefficient
of kinetic friction applicable to the 2 kg block is 0,589.

5.1 Define the concept frictional force. (2)

5.2 State Newton's second law of motion in words. (3)

5.3 Draw a free-body diagram, with labels, showing ALL the forces acting on
the 4 kg block as it moves up the incline. (5)

5.4 Calculate the magnitude of the kinetic frictional force on the 2 kg block. (4)

5.5 Calculate the tension in the string that connects the two blocks. (6)

5.6 The system is pulled up the rough incline once more, but this time the two
blocks are swapped as indicated below. How will this influence each of the
following? Choose your answer from DECREASES, REMAINS THE SAME
or INCREASES.
73,8 N
2 kg

4 kg

30°

5.6.1 The acceleration of the 2 kg block (2)

5.6.2 The force of friction on the 4 kg block (2)

5.6.3 The tension in the string (2)

[26]
18

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 WORK, ENERGY & POWER

EXAMINATION GUIDELINES:

Work, Energy and Power

(This section must be read in conjunction with the CAPS, p. 117–120.)
Work
 Define the work done on an object by a constant force F as F Δx cos θ , where F is the
magnitude of the force, Δx the magnitude of the displacement and θ the angle
between the force and the displacement. (Work is done by a force on an object – the
use of 'work is done against a force', e.g. work done against friction, should be
avoided.)
 Draw a force diagram and free-body diagrams.
 Calculate the net/total work done on an object.
 Distinguish between positive net/total work done and negative net/total work done on
the system.
Work-energy theorem
 State the work-energy theorem: The net/total work done on an object is equal to the
change in the object's kinetic energy OR the work done on an object by a resultant/net
force is equal to the change in the object's kinetic energy.
In symbols: W net = Δ K = Kf - Ki.
 Apply the work-energy theorem to objects on horizontal, vertical and inclined planes
(for both frictionless and rough surfaces).
Conservation of energy with non-conservative forces present
 Define a conservative force as a force for which the work done in moving an object
between two points is independent of the path taken. Examples are gravitational force,
the elastic force in a spring and electrostatic forces (coulomb forces).
 Define a non-conservative force as a force for which the work done in moving an object
between two points depends on the path taken. Examples are frictional force, air
resistance, tension in a chord, etc.
 State the principle of conservation of mechanical energy: The total mechanical energy
(sum of gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy) in an isolated system remains
constant. (A system is isolated when the resultant/net external force acting on the
system is zero.)
 Solve conservation of energy problems using the equation: W nc = ΔEk + ΔEp
 Use the relationship above to show that in the absence of non-conservative forces,
mechanical energy is conserved.
Power
 Define power as the rate at which work is done or energy is expended.
W
In symbols: P =
t
 Calculate the power involved when work is done.
 Perform calculations using Pave= Fvave when an object moves at a constant speed along
a rough horizontal surface or a rough inclined plane.
 Calculate the power output for a pump lifting a mass (e.g. lifting water through a height
at constant speed).

19

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 IMPORTANT TERMS & DEFINITIONS:

The work done on The work done on an object by a constant force F where F
an object by a Δx cos θ F is the magnitude of the force, Δx the magnitude
constant force F of the displacement and θ the angle between the force and
the displacement

The work-energy The net/total work done on an object is equal to the change
theorem in the object's kinetic energy OR the work done on an
object by a resultant/net force is equal to the change in the
object's kinetic energy.
Conservative force A force for which the work done in moving an object
between two points is independent of the path taken.
Non-conservative A force for which the work done in moving an object
force between two points depends on the path taken.
The principle of The total mechanical energy (sum of gravitational potential
conservation of energy and kinetic energy) in an isolated system remains
mechanical energy constant.
Power The rate at which work is done or energy is expended.

FORMULAE TABLES:

FORCE
Fnet  ma p mv
fsmax = µsN fk = µkN
Fnett  p
w  mg
p  mv f  mv i
Gm 1 m2 M
F  2 g = G d2
d

WORK, EN ERGY AND POWER

W  Fx cos  U  mgh or/of EP  mgh
Wnet  K or/of Wnet  Ek
1 1
K mv 2 or/of E k  mv 2
2 2 K  K f  K i or/of Ek  Ekf  Eki
W
Wnc  K  U or/of Wnc  Ek  Ep P
t
Pav  Fv

20

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 Work ( W)

Positive work W=F∆𝒙𝑪𝒐𝒔𝜽 Negative work

Zero work A force (F) acts in

A force (F) acts in
the direction of the opposite
direction to the
displacement (∆𝒙)
displacement (∆𝒙)
Force acts at 900 to
the displacement

Net work done

Cos 00 = +1 Cos 1800 = -1
(Wnet)

Positive net work Sum of positive and Negative net

done negative work done work done
by all forces

Increase in Work-energy Decrease in

kinetic energy of Theorem kinetic energy of
system system.
Wnet  K

21

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 LEARNER & TEACHER MANUAL
TOPIC: Work, energy and power Duration: 3 hours: 15 min
Key Concepts:

1. Work.
2. Free-body diagrams.
3. Work - Energy theorem.
4. Conservative and non-conservative forces.
5. Principle of conservation of mechanical energy
6. Power

EXAMPLE 1

Initially, a block of mass 5 kg has a speed of 10 m.s-1 at point A and moves along a ROUGH
horizontal surface AB, 6 m long. The block continues to move along a SMOOTH inclined
plane, at an angle of 200 to the horizontal. The block finally comes to rest at point C. The
magnitude of kinetic frictional force acting on the block along AB is 15 N.

6666
6kg 20o
6666
kg A 6m B

1.1 Draw a labelled free-body diagram indicating all the forces acting on the block as it
moves from A to B. (3)
1.2 Use energy principles to calculate the speed of the block at point B. (5)
1.3 Write the principle of conservation of mechanical energy in words. (2)
1.4 Use conservation of mechanical energy to determine the distance d moved by the
block on the inclined plane. (5)
[15]

22

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

SOLUTIONS 1

1.1 N


fk

Fg (3)

1.2
Wnet  Ek 
1 1
f k x cos   mv 2f  mvi2
2 2
 o 1 2 1 
(15)(6) cos180  (6)v f  (6)(0 2 )
2 2
90  3v f  0
2

(5)
v f  5.48m.s 1 


1.3 The total mechanical energy of an isolated system remains constant.
(2)

1.4
( Emech ) B  ( Emech )C

1 1
(mgh  mv 2 ) B  (mgh  mv 2 )C
2 2
 
 1 1
(6)(9.8)(0)  (6)(5.482 )  (6)(9.8)h  (6)(02 )
2 2
90.09  58.8h
h  1.53m
1.53
d
sin 20o
(5)
d  4.47m 

[15]

23

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

EXAMPLE 2

5m

Y Z

A block of mass 10 kg initially at rest at point X slides down a ROUGH inclined plane XY as
shown in the figure below. The block continues to move along a smooth horizontal path XY.
The speed of the block at point Y is 7.8 m.s-1.

2.1 What is meant by the term non-conservative force? (2)

2.2 Draw a labelled free-body diagram indicating all the forces acting on the block as it
moves down the inclined plane. (3)

2.3 Determine the change in gravitational potential energy of the block as it moves from
point X to point Y. (3)

2.4 Calculate the work done by frictional force on the block as it moves from point X to
point Y. (3)

2.5 How does the speed of the block at point Z compare with that at point Y? Write down
only GREATER THAN, LESS THAN or EQUAL. (1)

2.6 Briefly explain your answer in QUESTION 2.5 (2)

[14]

24

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

SOLUTION 2

2.1 A force for which the work done in moving an object between two points does
not depend on the path taken.  (2)

2.2

 
fk N

Fg  (3)

2.3 E p  E pf  E pi 
E p  (10)(9.8)(0)  (10)(9.8)(5) 
E p  490 J  (3)

2.4 Wnc  E p  Ek  Wnet  Ek

1 1
1
W fk  490  (5)(7.82 )  0  OR W fk  WFg  mv 2f  mvi2
2 2 2
1 1
W fk  337.9 J  W fk  (10)(9.8)(5) cos 0o  (10)(7.82 )  (10)(02 )
2 2
W fk  490  152.1  0
W fk  337.9 J (3)

2.5 EQUAL TO  (1)

2.6 Total mechanical energy at Y equals total mechanical energy at Z.

Gravitational potential energy remains constant.  (Any two)

Kinetic energy remains unchanged. Speed remains constant. (2)

[14]

25

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

EXAMPLE 3

10kg

20 m T

A crate of mass 10 kg is lifted vertically upward through a height of 20 m at CONSTANT

SPEED of 15 m.s-1, by means of a cable as shown in the figure above. The cable passes
over a frictionless pulley. The magnitude of the air frictional force acting on the crate as it
moves upward through 20 m is 12 N. Assume there is no side-ways movement of the crate.
3.1 Draw a labelled free-body diagram indicating all forces acting on the crate as it’s
lifted upward. (3)
3.2 Write DOWN the value of the net work done on the crate as it moves 20 m vertically
upward. (1)
3.3 State the WORK- ENERGY theorem in words. (2)
3.4 Use the WORK-ENERGY theorem to determine the work done by the tension T in
the cable. (5)
3.5 Calculate the magnitude of the tension in the cable. (3)

3.6 Calculate the power developed in the cable as the crate is lifted vertically upward. (3)
[17]

26

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

SOLUTION 3

3.1
T 


 f (3)
Fg
3.2 0J  (1)


3.3 The net work done on an object is equal to the change in its kinetic energy .
(2)

3.4
Wnet  Ek 
WT  W f  WFg  0
WT  f x cos   Fg x cos   0
 
WT  (12)(20) cos180 o
 (10)(9.8)(20) cos180o  0 
WT  240  1960  0
WT  2200 J  (5)

3.5
W  F x cos  
2200  T (20) cos 0o 
T  110 N  (3)

3.6 Pav= Fv 
Pav= (110)(15) 
Pav=1650 W  (3)

[17]

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES 27

ACTIVITY 1

A 3 kg trolley is at rest on a horizontal, frictionless surface. A constant horizontal

force of 10 N is applied to the trolley over a distance of 2,5 m.

When the force is removed at point B, the trolley moves a distance of 10 m up the
incline until it reaches the maximum height at point C. While the trolley moves up the
incline, there is a constant frictional force of 2 N acting on it.

1.1 Write down the name of a non-conservative force acting on the trolley as it
moves up the incline. (1)

1.2 Draw a labelled free body diagram showing all the forces acting on the trolley
as it moves along the horizontal surface. (3)

1.3 State the WORK ENERGY THEOREM in words. (2)

1.4 Use the work-energy theorem to calculate the speed of the trolley when it
reaches point B. (4)

1.5 Calculate the height, h, that the trolley reaches at point C. (5)
[15]

28

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

ACTIVITY 2

A wooden block of mass 2 kg is released from rest at point P and slides down a
curved slope from a vertical height of 2 m, as shown in the diagram below. It reaches
its lowest position, point Q, at a speed of 5 m·s-1.

2.1 Define the term gravitational potential energy. (2)

2.2 Use the work-energy theorem to calculate the work done by the average
frictional force on the wooden block when it reaches point Q. (6)

2.3 Is mechanical energy conserved while the wooden block slides down the
slope? Give a reason for the answer. (2)

2.4 The wooden block collides with a stationary crate of mass 9kg at point Q.
After the collision, the crate moves to the right at 1 m·s-1.

2.4.1 Calculate the magnitude of the velocity of the wooden block immediately after
the collision. (4)

2.4.2 The total kinetic energy of the system before the collision is 25 J. Use a
calculation to show that the collision between the wooden block and the crate
is inelastic. (5)
[19]

29

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 ACTIVITY 3
A loaded truck with a total mass of 5 000 kg travels up a straight incline at a
constant velocity of 15 m∙s-1. At the top of the incline, the truck is at a height of 55 m
above its starting point. The work done by frictional forces is 8,5 x 104 J. (Ignore the
rotational effects of the wheels of the truck.)

3.1 Define power in words. (2)

3.2 Draw a labelled free-body diagram showing ALL the forces acting on the truck
as it moves up the incline. (4)

3.3 Use the WORK-ENERGY THEOREM to calculate the work done by the
engine of the truck to get it to the top of the incline. (5)

3.4 Calculate the average power delivered by the engine of the truck if the truck
takes 60 s to reach the top of the incline. (3)

The truck now returns down the same incline with a constant velocity of 15 m∙s -1.

3.5 How will the work done by the engine of the truck on reaching the bottom of
the incline compare to that calculated in QUESTION 3.3? Write down
GREATER THAN, SMALLER THAN or EQUAL TO. Give a reason for the
answer. (2)
[16]
30

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 ACTIVITY 4

A lift arrangement comprises an electric motor, a cage and its counterweight. The
counterweight moves vertically downwards as the cage moves upwards. The cage
and counterweight move at the same constant speed. Refer to the diagram below.

The cage, carrying passengers, moves vertically upwards at a constant speed,

covering 55 m in 3 minutes. The counterweight has a mass of 950 kg. The total
mass of the cage and passengers is 1 200 kg. The electric motor provides the power
needed to operate the lift system. Ignore the effects of friction.

4.1 Define the term power in words. (2)

4.2 Calculate the work done by the:

4.2.1 Gravitational force on the cage (3)

4.2.2 Counterweight on the cage (2)

4.3 Calculate the average power required by the motor to operate the lift
arrangement in 3 minutes. Assume that there are no energy losses due to
heat and sound. (6)
[13]

31

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 ELECTRIC CIRCUITS (WITHOUT INTERNAL RESISTANCE)

EXAMINATION GUIDELINES:

IMPORTANT TERMS & DEFINITIONS:

ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM: ELECTRIC CIRCUITS

Ohm's law The potential difference across a conductor is directly proportional to the
current in the conductor at constant temperature.
V
In symbols: R 
I
Ohmic conductors A conductor that obeys Ohm’s law. The resistance of the conductor remains
constant.
Non-ohmic A conductor that does not obey Ohm’s law. The resistance of the conductor
conductors does not remain constant, but increases as the current increases.
Example: A bulb
Power Rate at which work is done.
W
In symbols: P = Unit: watt (W)
t
V2
Other formulae: P = VI; P = I2R; P =
R
kilowatt hour (kWh) The use of 1 kilowatt of electricity for 1 hour.

32

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

FORMULAE TABLE:

V
R
I

R s  R1  R 2  ...

1 1 1 q  I t
   ...
R p R1 R 2

W  Vq W
P
Δt

W  VI  t
P  VI

W  I2R  t

P  I 2R
V 2 Δt V2
W P
R R

33

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

LEARNER & TEACHER MANUAL
TOPIC: Electric circuits without internal resistance Duration: 2 hours
Key Concepts:

1. Ohm’s law.
2. Current, potential difference and resistance.
3. Series and parallel connections
4. Ohmic and non-ohmic conductors
5. Power and energy

EXAMPLE 1

The circuit below consists of a 6 Ω and 15 Ω resistor connected in parallel and an

unknown resistor R, in series. An ammeter, a high-resistance voltmeter, a closed
be ignored.
switch and battery are connected, as shown. The resistance of the battery and wires can

The total power dissipated in the parallel part of the circuit is 50 W.

1.1.1 Define the term power. (2)

1.1.2 Calculate the effective resistance of the parallel combination. (2)

1.1.3 Calculate the potential difference across the resistors in parallel. (3)

1.1.4 Calculate the current through resistor R. (3)

The switch in the circuit is now OPENED.

1.1.5 How will the reading on the voltmeter (V) be influenced? Choose from INCREASE,
(1)
DECREASE or REMAIN THE SAME.
1.1.6 Explain the answer to QUESTION 1.1.5. (3)

A geyser, labelled 2 000 W, is used for an average of 5 hours per day.

The cost of electricity is 80 cents per kWh.

1.2.1 Calculate the energy used by the geyser for 5 hours per day. (4)

1.2.2 Calculate the cost of electricity to operate the geyser for a month with 30 days. (2)
[20]
JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES 34
 SOLUTIONS 1

1.1.1 Power is the rate at which work is done. 


(2)

1.1.2

(2)

1. 1.3

(3)

1.1.4

(3)

1.1.5 DECREASES (1)

1.1.6

(3)

1.2.1

(4)

1.2.2
(2)
[20]

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES 35

 EXAMPLE 2

2.1 The circuit below is used to determine the resistance of resistor X.

A 8Ω X

● S
●

12 V
The 12 V battery has negligible internal resistance. When switch S is closed,
the reading on the ammeter is 0,5 A.

2.1.1 State Ohm's law in words. (2)

2.1.2 Calculate the resistance of resistor X. (5)

.2 Study the circuit below. The battery has an emf of 12 V with negligible internal
resistance.
12 Ω 8Ω

A
16 Ω

4Ω

● ●
S
12 V

Switch S is closed.

2.2.1 Write down the potential difference across the 4 Ω resistor. (1)

2.2.2 Calculate the reading on the ammeter. (5)

2.2.3 Calculate the energy dissipated in the 12 Ω resistor in 2 minutes. (5)

[18]]

36

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

SOLUTIONS 2

2.1.1 The potential difference across a conductor is directly proportional to the

current in the conductor at constant temperature.
OR
Provided temperature and other physical conditions are constant, the
potential difference across a conductor is directly proportional to the current.
(2)
2.1.2 OPTION 1
Vtot = IRtot
12 = (0,5)Rtot 
∴Rtot = 24 Ω 
∴RX = (24 - 8)  = 16 Ω  (5)

OPTION 2
V8 = IR8Ω
= (0,5)(8) 
=4V
∴VX = (12 - 4)  = 8 V
VX = IRx
8 = (0,5)(RX) 
∴RX = 16 Ω (5)
2 .2.1 12 V
2.2.2 OPTION 1
V4 = I4 R4Ω
12 = I4(4)
I4Ω = 3 A

VX = I16ΩR
12 = I16Ω16 
I16Ω = 0,75 A
IA = (3 + 0,75) 
= 3,75 A (5)

OPTION 2
V4 = I4 R4Ω
12 = I4(4)
I4Ω = 3 A
I4R4 = I16ΩR16Ω
(3)(4) = I16Ω(16) 
I16Ω = 0,75 A
IA = (3 + 0,75) 
= 3,75 A (5)

37

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

 OPTION 3
Combined resistance of the lower portion:
R16R 4 
R=
R16  R 4
16 × 4
R = = 3,2 Ω
20
V = IAR
12 = IA (3,2)
IA = 3,75 A
(5)

.2.3 OPTION 1
R 12
V12 = V 
R tot tot
12
V12 = (12) 
(8 + 12)
= 7,2 V
V2
Energy/W = Δt 
R
(7,2)2
= 120  
12
= 518,4 J (5)

[18]]

38

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

EXAMPLE 3
3.1 The two graphs below represent the relationship between potential difference
and current in a metal wire at two different constant temperatures, T1 and T2.

GRAPHS OF POTENTIAL DIFFERENCE VERSUS CURRENT

4,5
4,0
Potential difference (V)

T1
3,5
T2
3,0
2,5
2,0
1,5
1,0
0,5
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45
Current (mA)

3.1.1 Calculate the resistance of the metal wire at temperature T 1. (3)

3.1.2 Which graph was obtained at the higher temperature?

Give a reason for the answer. (3)

3.1.3 The metal wire is an ohmic conductor. Justify this statement by

referring to the graphs. (1)

3.1.4 Calculate the power dissipated in the metal wire when the current in
it is 25 mA at temperature T2. (3)
3.2 The ammeter in the circuit below shows the same reading regardless whether
switches S1 and S2 are both open or both closed. (The internal resistance of
the cell, as well as the resistances of the ammeter and the connecting wires,
are negligible.)
6Ω
S1

1Ω

A
2Ω R

4,5 V
S2

39
JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES
Calculate the:

3.2.1 Reading on the ammeter (4)

3.2.2 Resistance R (6)

[20]
SOLUTIONS 3

3.1
3.1.1 Resistance = gradient of graph
4  0
=
25  103  0 
= 160 Ω  (3)

3.1.2 Graph at T1  1
Steeper/larger gradient/ 
∴ R is greater/ 
∴ Temperature is higher (3)

3.1.3 V is directly proportional to I at each of the temperatures T1 and T2.  (1)

3.1.4 P = VI 
= (2,5)(25 x 10-3) 
= 0,06(2) W  (3)
3.2
3.2.1 Both switches open:
R = 6 Ω + 1Ω + 2Ω = 9 Ω 
V
R= 
I
4,5
9= 
I
∴ I = 0,5 A  (4)

3.2.2 Both switches closed:

V6Ω = IR = (0,5)(6) = 3 V 
V2Ω = 4,5 – 3 = 1,5 V 
V 1,5
I2Ω = = = 0,75 A 
R 2
IR = 0,75 – 0,5 = 0,25 A 
V 3
R= =  = 12 Ω 
I 0,25 (6)
[20]

40

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

EXAMPLE 4
A learner investigates Ohm’s law. He sets up the following circuit.
A

4.1 Represent Ohm’s law in symbols. (1)

The learner obtains the following results:

Potential difference Current

(V) (A)
12,0 2,4
9,0 1,8
6,0 1,2
3,0 0,6

4.2 Calculate the resistance of the resistor in the above circuit. (3)
4.3 Is the resistor in the above circuit an OHMIC or a NON-OHMIC resistor? Give a
reason for the answer. (2)

4.4 On the same set of axes, sketch graphs of potential difference versus current for an
ohmic and a non-ohmic resistor. Clearly label the graph for the ohmic resistor as P
and the graph for the non-ohmic resistor as Q. (2)

4.5 Explain in full why the curve drawn for a non-ohmic resistor differs from that of an
ohmic resistor. (3)

4.6 Give an example of a non-ohmic resistor used in

The learner now adds a 15 Ω ohmic resistor to the circuit as shown in the diagram below.
A

15 Ω
V

4.7 Calculate the total resistance of the above circuit. (1)

4.8 How will the ammeter reading compare to the reading given in the above table if the
learner uses the 6 V cell? Only write down EQUAL TO, GREATER THAN or SMALLER
THAN. (1)

4.9 Calculate the potential difference across the 15 Ω resistor if he uses the 6 V cell. (5)

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES 41

The learner now adds a third resistor with a resistance of 10 Ω to the circuit and replaces the
cells with different cells.

15 Ω 10 Ω
V

4.10 Calculate the total resistance of the above circuit. (4)

4.11 How will the voltmeter reading of a voltmeter connected across the 15 Ω resistor
compare to that of a voltmeter connected across the 10 Ω resistor? Only write
down EQUAL TO, GREATER THAN or SMALLER THAN. (1)
[24]
SOLUTIONS 4

V
4.1 VαI Aanvaar ook R   (1)
I
Option 1/Opsie 1
4.2
  
Option: Any combination from the table can be used.
Option 2/Opsie 2 Opsie: Enige kombinasie uit die tabel kan gebruik word.





(3)

4.3 - Ohmic / Ohmies 

The current is directly proportional to potential difference. 
Die stroom is direk eweredig aan die potensiaalverskil.
OR/OF
The ratio of V to I remains constant./Die verhouding van V tot I bly konstant. (2)

42

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

4.4
Q

Potential difference(V)
Potensiaalverskil (V)


P



0 1 2 3 4
Current(A) / Stroom (A) (2)

4.5 An increase in the voltage results in an increase in current which causes the temperature
of the resistor to increase. 
When the temperature increases, the resistance increases. 
When the resistance increases, the increase in current is limited. 
Therefore the ratio of voltage to current ratio is not constant.
'n Toename in die spanning lei tot 'n toename in die stroom, wat veroorsaak dat die
weerstand se temperatuur verhoog.
Wanneer die temperatuur verhoog, verhoog die weerstand.
Wanneer die weerstand verhoog, word die toename in stroom beperk.
Dus bly die verhouding van spanning tot stroom nie konstant nie. (3)

4.6 Light bulb / Gloeilamp  (1)

4.7 POSITIVE MARKING FROM QUESTION 4.2.
POSITIEWE NASIEN VAN VRAAG 4.2.

Rt = 15 + 5 = 20 Ω  (1)

4.8 Smaller than / Kleiner as  (1)

4.9 POSITIVE MARKING FROM QUESTION 4.7.

POSITIEWE NASIEN VAN VRAAG 4.7.
V 6
R   ∴ 20 =  ∴ I = 0,3 A 
I I
V V
R ∴ 15 =  ∴ V = 4,5 V  (5)
I 0,3

4.10 POSITIVE MARKING FROM QUESTION 4.2.

POSITIEWE NASIEN VAN VRAAG 4.2.
1 1 1 1 1
  =   ∴Re = 6 Ω
R r1 r2 15 10

Rt = Re + R = 6 + 5  = 11 Ω  (4)

4.11 Equal to / Gelyk aan  (1)

[24]

43

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

ACTIVITY 1

In the circuit diagram below resistors A and B are connected in parallel and C in
series as represented in the circuit below. The effective resistance across the parallel
connection is 2 Ω and the reading on the voltmeter V is 24 V. The resistance of the
connecting wires is negligible.

1.1 State Ohm's law in words. (2)

Calculate the:

1.2 Resistance of resistor B (5)

1.3 Current in the circuit (7)

1.4 Potential difference across the resistor A (7)

[21]

44

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

ACTIVITY 2

In the circuit below the internal resistance of the 6 V battery is negligible. The resistance
of the connecting wires is negligible. When switch S is closed, the current in the 6 Ω
resistor is 0,6 A.

6V
A ●
S

4Ω X

6Ω

V1 V2

2.1 State Ohm's law in words. (2)

Calculate the:

2.2 Current passing through the 4 Ω resistor (4)

2.3 Total current in the circuit (2)

2.4 Resistance X (3)

The 4 Ω resistor gets hotter than the 6 Ω resistor after a while.

2.5 Explain this observation. (3)

[14]

45

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

ACTIVITY 3
In the circuit diagram below the reading on voltmeter V
ammeter A
1 is 12 V and the reading on
1 is 2 A.

12 V
Vv11

2A A1

4 1#
V2

6# A2

3# A3

3.1 Calculate the:

3.1.1 Total resistance of the circuit (4)

3.1.2 Reading on V2 (3)

3.1.3 Reading on A2 (3)

3.1.4 Amount of charge that flows through ammeter A1 in 120 s (3)

3.2 How will the reading on ammeter A 1 be affected if the 6 # resistor is removed
from the circuit?

Write down only INCREASE, DECREASE or REMAIN THE SAME. (1)

3.3 Explain the answer to QUESTION 3.2 WITHOUT any calculations. (3)
[17]

46

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

ACTIVITY 4

A learner investigates Ohm’s law. He sets up the following circuit.

4.1 State Ohm’s law in symbols. (1)

The learner obtains the following results:

Potential difference Current

(V) (A)
3,0 0,4

6,0 0,8

9,0 1,2

12,0 1,6

4.2 Calculate the resistance of the resistor in the above circuit. (3)

4.3 Is the resistor in the above circuit an OHMIC or a NON-OHMIC resistor? Give a reason
for the answer. (2)

4.4 On the same set of axes, sketch a graph of potential difference versus current for an
ohmic and a non-ohmic resistor. Clearly label the graph for the ohmic resistor as P and
the graph for the non-ohmic resistor as Q. (2)

4.5 Fully explain why the curve drawn for a non-ohmic resistor differs from that of an ohmic
resistor. (3)

4.6 Give an example of a non-ohmic resister used in our daily lives. (1)

47

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

The learner now adds a 5 Ω ohmic resistor to the circuit as shown in the diagram below.

4.7 Calculate the total resistance of the above circuit. (1)

4.8 How will the ammeter reading compare to the reading given in the above table if the
learner uses the 6 V cell. Only write down EQUAL TO, GREATER THAN or SMALLER
THAN. (1)

4.9 Calculate the potential difference across the 5 Ω resistor if he uses the 6 V cell. (4)

The learner now adds a third resistor with a resistance of 20 Ω to the circuit and replaces the
cells with different cells.
20Ω
Ω

4.10 Calculate the total resistance of the above circuit. (4)

4.11 How will the voltmeter reading of a voltmeter connected across the 5 Ω resistor compare
to that of a voltmeter connected across the 20 Ω resistor? Only write down EQUAL TO,
GREATER THAN or SMALLER THAN. (1)
[23]

48

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES

Sources of information

1. Doe Physical Sciences November, Feb-March and September Question papers (2014-2017).
2. Physical Sciences Examination Guideline.
3. Mind the Gap (Physics) Grade 12.
4. Doe Physical Sciences Training manuals (2014 -2017).

49

JENN TRAINING & CONSULTANCY: GRADE 12 WINTER CLASSES