Physics Workshop

Paper 6
Question 4
IGCSE
0625/6
Prepared by :
Ahmad Jamalludin Bin Ridzuan
Form 4 Physics coordinator,
MRSM Serting.
Alternative to Practical
Paper 6
Question no 4
7 marks
 Why does it matter?

• Compulsory question type since 2016.

• 7 marks out of 40 in paper 6.
• Contribute 3.5% of the total examination.
• Train your speed, 10 minutes and 30 second.
 IGCSE Physics design the Experiments Questions @
Paper 6 (**For 2019 candidates**)

1.0 Diagram/Apparatus 4.0 Precautions

2.0 Key variables 5.0 Tables

3.0 Procedure 6.0 Conclusion / Graph

Total marks is 7, predict the mark for each point given
by the question.
1.0 Key variables (1/2 marks)
• Usually the question ask for control variable.
• Control variable: Any other variable that may affect the
outcome. Need to be kept constant during the
experiment.
• State 3 variables which are:
1) Manipulated / Independent Variable (M/I)
2) Responding / Dependent Variable (R/D)
3) Control / Constant Variable (CV)
• State at least 2 control/constant variable.
2.0 Diagram/Apparatus (1/2 mark)

•Depends on the question, if the question doesn’t ask you

may draw a diagram if it helps your explanation
•Always label it.
•Make sure draw measuring apparatus for M/I &
R/D variables
3.0 Procedure (1/2/3 marks)

• Start the experiment with initial value of M/I variable.

• Measure and record the R/D variable by using measuring
apparatus.
• Use formula if necessary.
• Repetition at least 4 value of M/I variable.
4.0 Precautions (1/2 marks)

• State the precaution at least 2.

• Example of answers:
1) Repeat at least 3 times of each value of (M/I variables)
and take average.
2) Make sure the eye of the observer is perpendicular to
the scale reading of (measuring apparatus)
• Never blame tools.
• Don’t state “more carefully”
5.0 Tables (1 mark)

• Two columns of M/I and R/D variables with units.

• You are not required to enter any readings in the table.
M/I (unit) R/D (unit)
6.0 Conclusion/Graph

• Plot a graph of M/I vs R/D

R/D variable + unit

M/I variable + unit

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October/November 18

Question 4
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4. A student is investigating the relationship between the

power produced by an electrical heater and the time taken
to heat a beaker of water. The power of the heater is given
by the equation P = VI, where V is the potential difference
(p.d.) across the heater and I is the current in the heater.
Plan an experiment to investigate the relationship between
the power produced by an electrical heater and the time
taken to heat a beaker of water.
The following apparatus is available:
• ammeter
• voltmeter
• 0–12 V variable power supply
• 250 cm3 beaker
• heater
• thermometer
• stopwatch
The student can also use other apparatus and materials that are
usually available in a school laboratory.
You should: Diagram:1 mark
• complete the diagram in Fig. 4.1 to show the circuit that you
would use Procedure: 3 marks
• explain briefly how you would carry out the investigation
• state the key variables that you would control Key variables: 1 marks
• draw a table with column headings, to show how you would
display your readings (you are not required to enter any readings
in the table) Table: 1 marks
• explain how you would use your results to reach a conclusion.
Conclusion: 1 marks
1.0 Diagram: Thermometer
+ -

Beaker

Electrical Water
heater V
2.0 Key variables (CV at least 2):

• Manipulated / Independent Variable:

voltage, V/V // power, P/W

• Responding / Dependent Variable:

time taken, t/s to heat a beaker of water

• Control / Constant:
temperature of water rise,t = 100C,
same volume of water.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Adjust the voltage of power supply to 2V and start the stopwatch.
3. Record the reading of voltmeter, ammeter and initial temperature.
4. Calculate the power of electrical heater by using the formula P = IV
5. Wait until the temperature of water rise to 10˚C and record the time
taken.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 with 4V, 6V, 8V and 10 V voltage of power supply.
4.0 Precaution (at least 2):

• For each voltage of power supply, repeat 3 times and take

average.
• Make sure the eye of the observer is perpendicular to
scale reading of voltmeter/ammeter.
5.0 Table (M/I & R/D + unit without data):

current, I/A voltage, V/V power, P/W time taken,

t/s
6.0 Conclusion (Plot a graph of M/I V vs R/D V):

time taken, t/s

power, P/W
Lets check our answer !!!
 Mark scheme 0625/61 Oktober/November 2018
Point given in Answer Marks
the question
Diagram MP1 Workable, correct circuit diagram with power source and correct 1
symbols for ammeter and voltmeter.
Procedure MP2 Measuring V and I 1
MP3 Repeating with at least two other values of V or power, and / or I 1
MP4 Measuring time to raise water temperature by a specific amount or to 1
a specific value
Key variables MP5 Any ONE from: 1
Same starting temperature
Same temperature difference
Same volume / mass / amount of water
Table MP6 Table with clear columns for time, V and I, with appropriate units 1
and P(or VI)
Conclusion MP7 Conclusion: Plot a graph of power against time. 1
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October/November 18

Question 4
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4. A student is investigating whether the type of container affects the time
taken for water to be heated from room temperature to boiling point.
The following apparatus is available:
250 cm3 copper can
250 cm3 aluminium can
250 cm3 glass beaker
Bunsen burner
measuring cylinder
thermometer
tripod and gauze
stopwatch
Other apparatus normally available in the school laboratory is also available.
Plan an experiment to investigate whether the type of container affects the
time taken for water to be heated from room temperature to boiling point.
You should: Procedure: 3 marks
• explain briefly how you would carry out the investigation
• state the key variables that you would control Key variables: 2 marks
• draw a table, or tables, with column headings to show how you would display
your readings (you are not required to enter any readings in the table)
• explain briefly how you would use your readings to reach a conclusion.

Conclusion: 1 mark Table: 1 mark

1.0 Diagram:
A diagram is not required but you may draw a diagram if it
helps your explanation
Thermometer
Container

Water

Bunsen burner

Tripod stand
2.0 Key variables:

• Manipulated / Independent Variable:

type of container

• Responding / Dependent Variable:

time taken, t/s for water to be heated

• Constant:
same distance from the flame to the bottom of the container,
same initial temperature of water.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Start the experiment by using 250 cm3 copper can fills with 150 cm3
of water.
3. Measure the initial temperature of water by using thermometer.
4. Heat the water and start the stopwatch until it become boil.
5. Record the time taken for the water to boil.
6. Repeat step 1 -5 with 250 cm3 aluminium can, 250 cm3 glass
beaker, 250 cm3 iron can and 250 cm3 brass can.
4.0 Precaution (at least 2):

• For each type of container, repeat 3 times and take

average.
• Make sure the eye of the observer is perpendicular to
scale reading of stopwatch/thermometer.
5.0 Table (M/I & R/D + unit without data):

type of time taken for

container the water to
boil, t/s
6.0 Conclusion (Plot a graph of M/I V vs R/D V):

time taken, t/s

type of container
Lets check our answer !!!
 Mark scheme 0625/62 Oktober/November 2018
Point given in Answer Marks
the question
Procedure MP1 measure room / starting temperature 1
MP2 measure time to raise water temperature to boiling point 1
MP3 repeat with the other two containers 1
Key variables MP4 any two from: 1
same starting temperature / same room temperature
same volume / mass / amount of water
MP5 keep Bunsen burner flame constant / keep the distance from the 1
flame to the bottom of the beaker constant
Table MP6 table to show container and heating time 1
Conclusion MP7 comparison of heating times and suitable comment made 1
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October/November 18

Question 4
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4. A student is investigating the conduction of thermal energy by
metals.
Plan an experiment to compare the rates at which different metals
conduct thermal energy.
The apparatus available includes:
strips of different metals, shaped as shown in Fig. 4.1
a test-tube in a clamp stand
a beaker
a supply of cold water
a supply of hot water.
The shorter section of each strip of metal can fit inside a test-tube.
Write a plan for the experiment.
You should: Apparatus: 1 marks
• list any additional apparatus needed Diagram: 1 marks
• draw a labelled diagram of how the apparatus will be arranged
• explain briefly how you will carry out the experiment
• explain how the metals will be compared Procedure: 2 marks
• state the precautions which should be taken to obtain reliable
results. Comparison/table: 1 mark

Precaution: 2 marks
1) Apparatus:

• Thermometer, stopwatch, stirrer

2.0 Diagram:
thermometer

strip of
different test tube
metals
cold water
beaker
hot water
3.0 Key variables:

• Manipulated / Independent Variable:

type of strip metal

• Responding / Dependent Variable:

temperature rise

• Constant:
same duration of experimet,
same initial temperature of cold water.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Start the experiment by using copper strip.
3. Measure the initial temperature of cold water by using
thermometer.
4. Start the stopwatch for 5 minutes.
5. After 5 minutes record the final temperature of cold water in the
test tube by using thermometer.
6. Repeat step 1 -5 with aluminium strip, iron, brass and zinc strip.
4.0 Precaution (at least 2):

• For each type of metal strip, repeat 3 times and take

average.
• Make sure the eye of the observer is perpendicular to
scale reading of stopwatch/thermometer.
• Use insulation for both beaker and test tube to avoid heat
lost to the surrounding.
5.0 Comparison (can use table):

type of metal strip temperature rise = final

temperature of cold water –
initial temperature of cold
water
6.0 Conclusion (Plot a graph of M/I V vs R/D V):

temperature rise, T/0C

type of metal
Lets check our answer !!!
 Mark scheme 0625/63 Oktober/November 2018
Point given in Answer Marks
the questions
Apparatus MP1 thermometer AND stopwatch / (stop)clock / timer 1

Diagram MP2 workable arrangement 1

Procedure MP3 hot water in beaker and cold water in test-tube AND measure (start 1
and) end temperatures in test-tube
AND over measured time
MP4 repeat for different metals 1
Comparison/ MP5 calculation of (rate of) temperature rise / heating curves for different 1
Table metals
Precaution MP6 and MP7 Precautions 1
Any two from:
same start temperatures (of hot / cold water);
same duration of experiment;
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Question 4
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4 A student is investigating the factors that affect the size of

the crater (hole) a ball makes when it is dropped into sand.
Plan an experiment which would enable you to investigate
one factor which might affect the size
of the crater.
The apparatus available includes
metal balls of different sizes
a tray of sand
 M/I :1 mark
Write a plan for the experiment.
In your plan you should: CV: 1 mark
• state which factor is being investigated,
• state the key variables that you would control, Apparatus: 1 mark
• list any additional apparatus needed, Procedure: 2 marks
• explain briefly how you would carry out the experiment including
what would be measured and how this would be done,
• state the precautions which should be taken to obtain reliable
results, Precaution: 1 mark Conclusion: 1 mark
• suggest a suitable graph which could be drawn from the results.

You may draw a diagram if it helps to explain your plan.

1.0 Diagram/Apparatus:
Meter rule, measuring tape

Ball

Sand
2.0 Key variables (CV at least 2):

• Manipulated / Independent Variable:

diameter of metal ball (factors being investigate)

• Responding / Dependent Variable:

diameter of crater

• Control / Constant:
height of metal ball release,
mass of metal ball.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Start the experiment by using 2 cm diameter of metal.
3. Measure the height of metal ball to 1 m by using meter rule.
4. Release the metal ball.
5. Measure and record the diameter of the crater by using meter rule.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 with 4 cm, 6 cm, 8 cm and 10 cm diameter of metal
ball.
4.0 Precaution (at least 2):

• For each diameter of metal ball, repeat 3 times and take

average.
• Make sure the eye of the observer is perpendicular to
scale reading of meter rule.
5.0 Table (M/I & R/D + unit without data):

diameter of diameter of
metal ball, crater, D/cm
D/cm
6.0 Conclusion (Plot a graph of M/I V vs R/D V):

diameter of crater, D/cm

diameter of metal ball, D/cm

Lets check our answer !!!
 Mark scheme 0625/62 February/March 2018
Point given in Answer Marks
the question
Factor MP1: clear statement of appropriate variable to test 1
CV MP2: named variable which should be kept constant 1
Apparatus MP3: metre rule and any apparatus essential to variable under test 1

Method MP4: 1
measure factor under test
and drop ball
and measure diameter / depth of depression
MP5 repeat for new value of variable under test 1
Precaution MP6: repeat experiment or each value of factor and average / 1
at least 5 sets of data taken /
5) Conclusion MP7: diameter / depth of depression vs appropriate continuous variable 1
Thanks
Mark scheme
 Paper 6
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October/November 18

Question 4
1.0 Diagram: Thermometer
+ -

Beaker

Electrical Water
heater V

MP1 Workable, correct circuit

diagram with power source
and correct symbols for
ammeter and voltmeter.
2.0 Key variables (CV at least 2):

• Manipulated / Independent Variable:

voltage, V/V // power, P/W

• Responding / Dependent Variable:

time taken, t/s to heat a beaker of water
MP5 Any ONE from:
Same starting temperature
• Control / Constant: Same finishing temperature
temperature of water rise,t = 100C, Same temperature difference
Same room temperature
same volume of water. Same volume / mass /
amount of water
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Adjust the voltage of power supply to 2V and start the stopwatch.
3. Record the reading of voltmeter, ammeter and initial temperature.
4. Calculate the power by using the formula P = IV MP2 Measuring V and I

5. Wait until the temperature of water rise to 10˚C and record the time
taken.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 with 4V, 6V, 8V and 10 V voltage of power supply.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation): MP3 Repeating with at
least two other values of V
or power, and / or I

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Adjust the voltage of power supply to 2V and start the stopwatch.
3. Record the reading of voltmeter, ammeter and initial temperature.
4. Calculate the power by using the formula P = IV
5. Wait until the temperature of water rise to 10˚C and record the time
taken.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 with 4V, 6V, 8V and 10 V voltage of power supply.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation): MP4 Measuring time to
raise water temperature by
a specific amount or to a
specific value
1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.
2. Adjust the voltage of power supply to 2V and start the stopwatch.
3. Record the reading of voltmeter, ammeter and initial temperature.
4. Calculate the power by using the formula P = IV
5. Wait until the temperature of water rise to 10˚C and record the time
taken.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 with 4V, 6V, 8V and 10 V voltage of power supply.
5.0 Table (MV & RV + unit without data):

current, I/A voltage, V/V power, P/W time taken,

t/s

MP6 Table with clear

columns for time, V and I,
with appropriate units and
P(or VI)
6.0 Conclusion (Plot a graph of M/I V vs R/D V):

time taken, t/s

MP7 Conclusion: Plot a

graph of power against
time.
power, P/W
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Question 4
2.0 Key variables:

• Manipulated / Independent Variable:

type of container

• Responding / Dependent Variable: MP4 any two from:

same starting temperature / same
time taken, t/s for water to be heated room temperature
same volume / mass / amount of
• Constant / Control variable: water
same distance from the flame to the bottom of the container,
same initial temperature of water.
2.0 Key variables:

• Manipulated / Independent Variable:

type of container

• Responding / Dependent Variable: MP5 keep Bunsen burner flame

constant / keep the distance from the
time taken, t/s for water to be heated flame to the bottom of the beaker
constant
• Constant:
same distance from the flame to the bottom of the container,
same initial temperature of water.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Start the experiment by using 250 cm3 copper can fills with 150 cm3
of water. MP1 measure room / starting
3. Measure the initial temperature of water. temperature
4. Heat the water and start the stopwatch until it become boil.
5. Record the time taken for the water to boil.
6. Repeat step 1 -5 with 250 cm3 aluminium can, 250 cm3 glass
beaker and 250 cm3 copper can.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation): MP2 measure time to raise
water temperature to boiling
point

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Start the experiment by using 250 cm3 copper can fills with 150 cm3
of water.
3. Measure the initial temperature of water.
4. Heat the water and start the stopwatch until it become boil.
5. Record the time taken for the water to boil.
6. Repeat step 1 -5 with 250 cm3 aluminium can, 250 cm3 glass
beaker and 250 cm3 copper can.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Start the experiment by using 250 cm3 copper can fills with 150 cm3
of water.
3. Measure the initial temperature of water.
4. Heat the water and start the stopwatch until it become boil.
5. Record the time taken for the water to boil.
6. Repeat step 1 -5 with 250 cm3 aluminium can, 250 cm3 glass
beaker and 250 cm3 copper can. MP3 repeat with the other
two containers
5.0 Table (M/I & R/D + unit without data):

type of time taken for

container the water to
boil, t/s
MP6 table to show container
and heating time.
6.0 Conclusion (Plot a graph of M/I V vs R/D V):

time taken, t/s

MP7 comparison of heating

times and suitable comment
made

type of container
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October/November 18

Question 4
1) Apparatus:

• Thermometer, stopwatch, stirrer

MP1 Apparatus
thermometer AND
stopwatch / (stop)clock /
timer
2.0 Diagram:
thermometer

strip of
different test tube
metals
cold water
beaker
hot water
MP2 Diagram
workable arrangement
3.0 Key variables:

• Manipulated / Independent Variable:

type of strip metal

• Responding / Dependent Variable:

temperature rise

• Constant:
same duration of experimet,
same initial temperature of cold water.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram. MP3 Method

hot water in beaker and cold
2. Start the experiment by using copper strip. water in test-tube AND
measure (start and) end
3. Measure the initial temperature of cold water. temperatures in test-tube
AND over measured time
4. Start the stopwatch for 5 minutes.
5. After 5 minutes record the final temperature of cold water in
the test tube.
6. Repeat step 1 -5 with aluminium strip, iron strip and zinc strip.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Start the experiment by using copper strip.
3. Measure the initial temperature of cold water. MP4 Method
4. Start the stopwatch for 5 minutes. repeat for different metals

5. After 5 minutes record the final temperature of cold water in

the test tube.
6. Repeat step 1 -5 with aluminium strip, iron strip and zinc strip.
 MP4 Precaution
4.0 Precaution (at least 2): repeat experiment and take
average (of calculated
values)

• For each type of metal strip, repeat 3 times and take

average.
• Make sure the eye of the observer is perpendicular to
scale reading of stopwatch/thermometer.
• Use insulation for both beaker and test tube to avoid heat
lost to the surrounding.
4.0 Precaution (at least 2):

• For each type of metal strip, repeat 3 times and take

average.
• Make sure the eye of the observer is perpendicular to
scale reading of stopwatch/thermometer.
• Use insulation for both beaker and test tube to avoid heat
lost to the surrounding. MP7 Precautions
use of insulation
 MP5 Comparison
calculation of (rate of)
5.0 Comparison (can use table): temperature rise / heating
curves for different metals

type of metal strip temperature rise = final

temperature of cold water –
initial temperature of cold
water
6.0 Conclusion (Plot a graph of M/I V vs R/D V):

temperature rise, T/0C

type of metal
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February/March 18

Question 4
1.0 Diagram/Apparatus: MP3 apparatus:
metre rule and any
Meter rule, measuring tape apparatus essential to
variable under test

Ball

Sand
2.0 Key variables (CV at least 2):

• Manipulated / Independent Variable: MP1 factor:

diameter of metal ball (factor being investigate) clear statement of
appropriate variable to test

• Responding / Dependent Variable:

diameter of crater

• Control / Constant:
height of metal ball release,
mass of metal ball.
2.0 Key variables (CV at least 2):

• Manipulated / Independent Variable:

diameter of metal ball (factor being investigate)

• Responding / Dependent Variable:

diameter of crater

• Control / Constant: MP2 control variable:

height of metal ball release, named variable which
mass of metal ball. should be kept constant
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):
MP4 method:
measure factor under test
1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram. and drop ball
2. Start the experiment by using 2 cm diameter of metal.and measure diameter /
depth of depression
3. Measure the height of metal ball to 1 m by using meter rule.
4. Release the metal ball.
5. Measure and record the diameter of the crater by using meter rule.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 with 4 cm, 6 cm, 8 cm and 10 cm diameter of metal
ball.
3.0 Procedure (carry out the investigation):

1. Setup the apparatus as shown in the diagram.

2. Start the experiment by using 2 cm diameter of metal.
3. Measure the height of metal ball to 1 m by using meter rule.
4. Release the metal ball.
5. Measure and record the diameter of the crater by using meter rule.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 with 4 cm, 6 cm, 8 cm and 10 cm diameter of metal
ball. MP5 repeat for new value of
variable under test
4.0 Precaution (at least 2):

• For each diameter of metal ball, repeat 3 times and take

average.
• Make sure the eye of the observer is perpendicular to
scale reading of meter rule.
MP6 additional point:
repeat experiment or each
value of factor and average /
means of measuring depth /
diameter of crater accurately
6.0 Conclusion (Plot a graph of M/I V vs R/D V):

diameter of crater, D/cm

MP7 graph:
diameter / depth of
depression vs appropriate
continuous variable

diameter of metal ball, D/cm