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Kcse Physics Prediction 2023-2

This document provides predictions for physics questions that may appear on the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exam for the period of September to November 2023. It includes 12 pages of sample questions in Section A and Section B related to topics in physics like mechanics, properties of matter, heat, sound and light. The questions follow a standard exam format with instructions to candidates on writing details, working time of 2 hours, and maximum scores for each question or section. Contact information is provided at the end for obtaining answers to the predicted questions via WhatsApp, call or text.

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KCSE PREDICTED QUESTIONS 2023

PHYSICS

PAPER 1,2&3

PREDICTIONS 1-11
SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER

2023

FOR ANSWERS WHATSAPP/CALL/TEXT

+254737-065-061

OTHER SUBJECTS AVAILABLE

Kiswahili, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer, Cre, English,
Geography, History, Mathematics, History.
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)

NAME………………………………………………...….CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE……………………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/1
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 1
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) This paper has 12 PAGES. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ascertain that all the
pages are printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
viii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2
For Examiners Use Only

Section Question Maximum Score Candidate’s Score

A 1 – 14 25
B 15 10

16 12

17 10

18 13
19 10

TOTAL
SCORE 80

CONTACT:
WhatsApp/Call or Text: 0737 065061 FOR ANSWERS
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SECTION A: (25 MARKS)
1. The figure below shows a section of a meter rule used to measure length of a piece of
wood.
6 7 8 9 10
cm

Wood

Find the length of the wood (2marks)

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2. The diagram below shows a capillary tube immersed in water.

Water

(a) (b)

(a) Make a sketch on the figure alongside (b) to show the appearance of the capillary tube
if it was inserted in mercury. (1 mark)
(b) Explain the difference if any between figure (a) and (b) above (2 marks)
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3. Explain why a partially inflated balloon released at sea level would become fully inflated
at a higher altitude.
(1mark)
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4. A catapult is used to project a stone of mass 40.0g vertically upwards to a height of 50.0m.
Calculate the amount of elastic potential energy initially present in the catapult.
(2marks)

5. A turning effect of force depends on the magnitude of the force. State any other factor that
determines the moment of a force
(1mark)
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(i) Mercury is usually preferred over water for use as a barometric liquid. Give a reason
for
this. (1mark)
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(ii) .State the property of Freon that makes it suitable for use as refrigerant.
(1mark)
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. (iii) Other than the mass of ice, State another physical quantities that remain constant while
pure ice is being converted to water. (1mark)
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6. Giving a reason, explain why it’s advisable for luggage carrier compartment to be put
under
the seats than at the roof tops of the buses. (1 mark)
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7. Other than angle of banking, state any other factor that affects the critical velocity of a
vehicle negotiating a bend.
(1 mark)
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8. A balloon filled with argon gas of volume 200 cm3 at the earth’s surface where the
temperature is 200C, and the pressure 760mm of mercury. If it is allowed to ascend to a
height where the temperature is 00C and the pressure 100mm of mercury, calculate the
volume of the
balloon. (2marks)
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10.It is a common behavior for a high jumper to slightly flex their knees just before landing.
Explain the importance of this behavior from your knowledge of physics. (1mark)

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11. The figure below shows a manometer containing water. Air is blown across the mouth of one
tube and the levels of the water changes as shown.

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Blow
air

Explain why the level of water in the left limb of manometer is higher. (2 marks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
12. The figure below shows a uniform rod AB of weight 20N pivoted at A.

A 3.5m 4.5m 4m
W
B
40N 80N

If the system is in equilibrium, determine the weight W shown. (3marks)

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13. A cemented floor feels cold to the feet, but a woolen carpet on the same floor feels warm.
Explain this. (1mark)
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14. The diagram below shows an arrangement used to determine the upper fixed point of
ungraduated thermometer.

Thermometer

Cork

water

HEAT

(i) Why is the bulb of thermometer not dipped in the water? (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(ii) Explain how the sensitivity of a thermometer can be improved. (1mark)

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SECTION B (55 MARKS)
15.(a) State Archimedes’ principle . (1 mark)

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(b) The figure shows a cube of side 2.0 m block and of mass 4,800 kg attached to the base of
a tank containing paraffin of density 800 kgm-3 by means of an inextensible and light
weight cable.

Cube
Paraffin

Cable
Determine:
(i) The density of the block. (2marks)

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.

(ii) The upthrust acting on the block. (3 marks)

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(iii) The tension in the cable. (2 marks)
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(iv) The cable is then released, and the block rises to the surface where it subsequently
floats. Calculate the fraction of the block which is beneath the surface of the
paraffin. (2 marks)

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16. (a) Give two ways of increasing the boiling point of a liquid. (2 marks)
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(c) A lagged copper calorimeter of mass 0.8 kg contains 0.6 kg of water at 22.00 C. A
metal nut of mass 0.4 kg is transferred quickly from an oven at 3000 C to the
calorimeter and a steady temperature of 520 C is reached by the water after stirring.
Given that the specific heat capacity of copper is 400 Jkg-1K-1 and that of water is
4200 Jkg-1K-1, calculate:

(i) Heat gained by the calorimeter and water. (3 marks)

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(ii) Energy lost by the metal nut. (1 mark)

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(iii)The specific heat capacity of the material making the nut. (3 marks)
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(c) An electric kettle rated 120 V, 60 W is used to melt 20 g of ice at 00C to water at
00C in 112 seconds, calculate the specific latent heat of fusion of ice. (3 marks)

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17.A stone is thrown vertically upwards from the top of a tower 30m high, with an initial velocity
of 20m/s. Determine:

i) The time it takes to reach maximum height. (2marks)

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ii) The total time which elapses before it hits the ground. (2marks)
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(b)A string of negligible mass has a bucket tied at the end. The string is 60cm long and
the bucket has a mass of 45.0g. The bucket is swung horizontally making 6 revolutions
per second. Calculate

i) The angular velocity (2marks)

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ii) The angular acceleration
(2marks)

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iii) The tension on the string.

(2marks)

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18.(a)(i) During the construction of dams, the base of the dam is widened and curved. Explain.(2
marks)

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(ii) A block of density 1.60 g/cm3 and measures 3.0cm by 5.0cm by 7.0cm was placed on the
ground. Determine the difference between the maximum and minimum pressure that would be
exerted on the ground by the block. (3 marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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b) i)State Newton’s second law of motion (1 mark)

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ii)A wooden block resting on a horizontal bench is given an initial velocity U so that it slides on
the bench for a distance X before it stops. Various values of X are measured for different value of
the initial velocity. The figure below shows a graph of U2 against X.
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35

0
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14

X(m)

i)Determine the slope S of the graph (3 marks)

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ii) Determine the value of k given that U2= 20kX where k is a frictional constant for the surface
(2marks)
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iii)State with a reason what happens to the value of k when the roughness of the bench surface is
reduced (2 marks)
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19.a)(i) State the kinetic theory of gases. (1 mark)

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(ii) State the reason why it is easier to separate water into drops than to separate a solid into
smaller pieces. (1mark)

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c) (i) State Hooke’s law
(1mark)
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(ii) Two identical helical springs are connected in series. When a 50g mass is hang at the end
of the springs, it produces an extension of 2.5 cm. Determine the extension produced by the same
mass when the springs arc connected in parallel. (3marks)

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d) (i)State Boyle’s law.
(1mark)
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(ii) Draw a suitable set up that can be used to verify Charles’s law. (3marks)

THIS IS THE LAST PRINTED PAGE.

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NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/2
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 1
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2
FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY

SECTION QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S SCORE

A 1 – 12 25
13 11
14 10
B 15 10

16 14

17 10

TOTAL SCORE
80

CONTACT:
WhatsApp/Call or Text: 0737 065061 FOR ANSWERS
SECTION A: 25 MARKS
1.The figure below shows a ray of light incident on a plane mirror at an angle of 65o to the surface of the first
mirror as shown below.

650

580

Sketch the path of the ray until it emerges and state the angles. (3 marks)

2. State the reason why an increase in leaf divergence is the only sure way of determining whether an object is
negatively charged using a negatively charged electroscope. (1 mark)
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.
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.
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.
3. State two measurements that should be taken for one to decide whether a lead acid accumulator is due for
charging. (2 marks)
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.
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.
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.
4. (a) State the basic law of magnetism. (1 mark)
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(b) The figure below shows how magnets are stored in pairs with keepers at the ends.
N S
Keeper Keeper
Bar magnets
S N
Explain how this method of storing helps in retaining magnetism longer. (2 marks)

(b) State two ways by which the strength of an electromagnet can be increased. (2 marks)
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.
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.
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7. (a) Distinguish between a transverse and a longitudinal wave. (1 mark)
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.
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.

(b) Determine the frequency of the wave shown below. (2 marks)

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0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 Time(s)

8. When a germanium crystal is doped with arsenic it becomes an N-type semi-conductor. Explain how this
change occurs.
(Number of electrons in the outermost shell for germanium=4, arsenic=5) (2 marks)
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.
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.
9. A nuclide X with mass number 234 and atomic number 92 decays to nuclide Y with mass number 218 and
atomic number 84. Determine the number of alpha particles emitted. (2 marks)

11.The figure below shows part of the lighting circuit in a house.

State two errors in the wiring circuit. (2 marks)

SECTION B. (55 MARKS)

Answer all questions in this section

13. a) State Lenz’s law. (1 mark)

c) Electrical energy is transmitted at very high voltages and low current.

I. Describe how the high voltages are attained. (1 mark)
...................................................................................................................................................................................
.
...................................................................................................................................................................................
.

II. State two reasons why thick aluminium wires are preferred to copper wires for transmission over long
distances. (2 marks)

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.

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.
d) A student has some colored bulbs rated 60W, 240V to be connected for decorations.
I. State the number of such bulbs that can be connected normally to a 240V supply through a 5A fuse.
(2 marks)

II. If the cost of electric energy is ksh.3.00 per kWh, determine the cost of running the bulb in (d) I above
for 5hours daily for 20days. (3 marks)
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.
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.
14. (a) State Ohms law. (1 mark)
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b) The cell in the figure below has an e.m.f of 2.5V and negligible internal resistance.

Determine the
(i) Total resistance in the circuit. (2 marks)
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(ii) Current in the circuit. (2 marks)

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(iii) Reading on the voltmeter. (2 marks)

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c) Three resistors of resistance 2.0Ω, 4.0Ω and 6.0Ω are connected together in a circuit.
Show the combination which gives;
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(i) Effective resistance of 3.0Ω. (1 mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(ii) Minimum resistance. (1 mark)

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d) Define electrical resistance and name the S.I. unit. (2 marks)
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15.(a) State any two uses of echoes . (2 marks)
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(b) Water waves are observed as they pass a fixed point at a rate of 30crests per minute. A particular wave
crest takes 2s to travel between two fixed points 6m apart. Determine for the wave:
(i) The frequency. (3marks)

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(ii) The wavelength. (2 marks)

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…
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…
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Y

0 C

(i) Why are the speakers connected to the signal generator? (1 mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(ii) An observer walks along XY. State what is observed and give reason for the observation. (2 marks)

(iii) Another observer walks along OC. State what he observed. (1 mark)

(iv) What is the effect on the observation if the frequency of the signal is increased? (1 mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

16 (a) State the use of the eye piece lens in a compound microscope. (1 mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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b) Figure shows a defect of vision in a human eye

(i) State the type of defect

shown. (1 mark)
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(ii) Identify one cause of this defect. ( 1 mark)

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(iii) State the type of lens that can be used to correct this defect. ( 1 mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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c) Figure 11 shows a graph of image distance (V) against the object distance (U) obtained in an experiment
to determine the focal length of a concave mirror

(i) Identify and mark a point X on the graph where V = U.

(ii)
Use the point X to determine:
i. The radius of curvature r. (1 mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. The focal length of the lens f.
(2 marks)
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d) On the space provided, draw a ray diagram to show how a convex lens forms a magnified real image.
(3 marks)

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17. (a) It is observed that alpha (α) particles have a lower penetrating power than beta (β) particles. Explain this
observation. (2 marks)
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(b) A radioactive substance has a half-life of 12 years. Determine the time it would take to
decay to 12.5% of its original value. (2 marks)

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(c) A Geiger Müller (GM) tube is used for detecting radiations from a radioactive source
State the function of
I. The mica window. (1 mark)
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II.
Bromine gas in the tube. (1 mark)
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(d)In a diffusion chamber, explain why some of the tracks formed are observed to

I. Short. (2 marks)
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II. Straight. (2 marks)

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( e) State two advantages of using a GM tube instead of a diffusion cloud chamber to detect radiations from
radioactive substances (2 marks)
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#END#

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Name: ………………………………………………. Adm No…………………….
232/3 Candidate’s Signature: ……………….
PAPER 3
2023. Date: ……………………………………
2 hours
PHYSICS PRACTICAL
PREDICTION 1 INSTRUCTIONS
TO CANDIDATES
(a) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided.
(b) Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided in the question paper.
(c) You are supposed to spend the first 15 minutes of the 2 ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑠 allowed for this paper reading the
whole paper carefully before commencing the work.
(d) Marks are given for a clear record of the observations actually made, their suitability, accuracy and the
use made of them.
(e) Candidates are advised to record their observation as soon as they are made.
(f) Non programmable silent electronic calculators may be used.
(g) Candidates should check the questions to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that no
question are missing.
(h) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
For Examiner’s Use Only
Question 1
a b c d e
Maximum Score 2 6 5 3 4
TOTAL
Candidate’s Score

Question 2
A b c e g h i j
Maximum Score 2 3 2 3 2 1 3 2 2 TOTAL
Candidate’s Score
GRAND
TOTAL
CONTACT:
WhatsApp/Call or Text: 0737 065061 FOR ANSWERS

Page 1 of 7
QUESTION 1 (20 marks)
You are provided with the following apparatus;

• Two dry cells (size D) and a cell holder

• A milliammeter (0 – 100 mA)
• A voltmeter (0 – 5 V)
• A resistor wire mounted on a millimeter scale labelled AB
• A diode (Anode labelled X)
• Jockey
• Eight connecting wires at least 6 with crocodile clips

Proceed as follows:
a) Set up the circuit as shown below.

mA
X

Jockey
L
A
B

b) Connect Jockey to L = 50cm mark. Record the value of current and its corresponding voltage.

I ……………………………………………. (1mk)

V…………………………………………… (1mk)

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c) Now, connect the jockey to L = 0 cm, 10 cm, 20 cm, 30 cm… and fill the values of current and their
corresponding values voltage in the table below. (8mks)

L (cm) 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

I (mA)

V(v)

d) Plot graph of volume, I (y-axis) against V.

(5mks)

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e) From the graph, determine
(i) the slope at V = 0.65 V. (3mks)

(ii) the resistance, R of the diode at V = 0.65 V in SI unit. (3mks)

QUESTION 2

PART A

You are provided with the following:

Retort stand Geometrical set
Four optical pins Thermometer
A 100 ml plastic beaker Plain paper
Soft board Stopwatch
Source of boiling water Four thumb tucks
Equilateral triangular glass prism

Proceed as follows
a) Fix the plain paper on the soft board using the office pins.

b) On the plain paper, draw line XY. Mark a point M on its midpoint. Draw a normal N at M to XY.
Draw line RM such that angle RMN = 50°.
(This paper will be collected at the end of the experiment). (1mk)

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c) Place the glass prism such that one edge AB of the prism is in line with XY. Accurately draw the
outline ABC of the prism

d) Place optical pins P1 and P2 on the line RM

c) Through edge BC observe the images of P1 and P2. Fix P3 and P4 so that P1, P2, P3 and P4 lie on
straight line.

d) Remove the pins; construct straight line from P4 through P3 to meet side BC at D, join M to D.
i) Measure angle r1.

(1mk)

r1 = ………………………………..

ii) Produce P4P3 to meet RM produced. Measure angle d. (1mk)

d………………………………..

iii) Draw the normal at D and measure the angle r2. (1mk)

r2 ……………………………….

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e) Given that R= r1+ r2. Calculate R. (2mk)
𝐬𝐢𝐧(𝑹+𝒅)

f) Given that 𝐧 = 𝑹𝟐 , find the value of n. (3mks)

𝐬𝐢𝐧(𝟐)

g) Given that 𝒏 𝐬𝐢𝐧 𝒌 = 𝟏, find the value of k.

(2mks)

h) What Physical property does n represent? (1mk)

PART B

g) Measure 100 ml of hot water and pour it into the beaker. Place the beaker on the bench. Clamp the
thermometer vertically and insert it into the beaker with hot water.

h) Start the stop-watch when the temperature is 800 C. Record the temperature, θ after 4 minutes.

(a) θ = ………….0C. (1mk)

Convert to θ in degrees Celsius to temperature T, in kelvin.

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(b) T = ………………..K. (1mk)
i) Find the mass, m (in kg) of water in the beaker given that the density of water is 1000kg/m3. (2mks)

𝐦𝐜(𝟑𝟓𝟑−𝐓)
j) Given that: 𝛄= where; m is the mass of the water used and the specific heat capacity
𝟐𝟒𝟎
of water, c = 4200J/kg/K, determine the value of 𝛾. (3mks)

k) State the significance of 𝛾. (1mks)

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NAME………………………………………………...….CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE……………………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

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PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 2
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided
above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv) Answer
ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces provided. v) All
working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) This paper has 12 PAGES. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ascertain that all the pages are
printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
viii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2
For Examiners Use Only

Section Question Maximum Score Candidate’s Score

A 1 – 13 25
B 14 10

15 12

16 10

17 13
18 10

TOTAL
SCORE 80

CONTACT:
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SECTION A (25 MARKS) Attempt all

questions in this section in the spaces provided
1. Figure 1(a) and (b) shows the change in volume of a liquid in a measuring cylinder when

an irregular solid is immersed in it.

Figure 1(a) Figure 1(b)
Given that the mass of the solid is 21.0 g, determine the density of the solid (2 marks)
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2. Figure 2 shows a glass tube with water fitted with two identical thermometers A and B. It
is heated as shown.

Figure 2
State with reason which of the two thermometers shows a higher temperature. (2 marks)
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3. Two identical samples of bromine vapor are placed in identical gas jars A and B. A has
some air in it and B is a vacuum. State with a reason which sample diffuses sooner.
(2 marks)
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4. Figure 3 shows a clinical thermometer which is not graduated.

Figure 3

a) Name the part indicated with letter X …………………………………………. (1 mark)

b) State the function of the part labeled Y. (1 mark)
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5. Figure 4 (a) shows a capillary tube immersed in water.

Figure 4
Using figure 4(b), sketch to show the appearance of the mercury level in the capillary tube
if it was inserted in mercury assuming equal diameters of the tubes (1 mark)

6. An oil drop has a diameter of 0.05cm. It forms a circular oil film of diameter 20cm when
dropped on the surface of water. Determine the thickness of the molecule. (3 marks)

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7. State one factor that determine the spring constant of a helical spring. (1 mark)
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8. Figure 5(a) shows water enclosed by a piston in a cylinder while figure 5(b) show air
enclosed by an identical piston in a cylinder

Figure 5(a) Figure 5(b)

Equal inward force F is applied on the piston of the two cylinders. Giving reason, state the
piston that moves in more. (2 marks)

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9. Figure 6 shows a bottle containing hot water.

Figure 6

Explain how the stability of the bottle changes as water cools to room temperature (2 marks)
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10. Waves are a branch of physics. State what it deals with (1 mark)
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11. a) A car undergoes uniform retardation to rest from 10m/s covering a distance of 25m.
Determine its deceleration (2 marks)
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b) Figure 7 (a) shows a displacement time graph for the motion of a particle

On the axes in figure 7 (b) sketch a velocity time graph for the same motion (1 mark) 12. A
uniform meter rule of mass 150 g is pivoted freely at the 0 cm as shown in figure 8

Figure 8

Determine the value of the force F needed to ensure that the rule has horizontal
equilibrium (2 marks)

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13. Figure 9 shows two balls suspended from threads a short distance apart.

Figure 9
A stream of air is blown between the balls in a horizontal direction. Explain what is
observed. (2 marks)

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SECTION B (55 MARKS)

Answer ALL the questions in this Section
14. a) Define the term centripetal force (1 mark)
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b) When a car is traveling on a mud road, mud flies off the fast spinning wheels, Explain
this observation (1 mark)

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c) Figure 10 shows the path of a stone attached to a string whirled in a space in a
horizontal circle.

Figure 10
Sketch on the diagram the path the body follows if the string breaks when the body is at
the position shown. (1 mark)

d) Two masses m1 = 2.5kg and m2 = 3.5kg are connected by alight string and are in uniform
circular motion on a horizontal frictionless surface as shown in figure 11. The masses
describe circles of radii r1 =1.0m and r2 =1.4m respectively and the angular velocity of
the masses is 5.0rads−1.

Figure 11
(i) Which of the two masses is moving faster? Give a reason for your answer.(2 marks)
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(ii) Determine the:
I. Centripetal force on m1 (2 marks)
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II. Centripetal force on m2 (2 marks)
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III. The tension T on the string (2 marks)
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15. a) What is meant by the term specific latent heat of vaporization. (1 mark)
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b) In an experiment to determine the specific latent heat of vaporization of water, steam at
1000C was passed into water contained in a well lagged copper calorimeter. The
following measurements were made.
Mass of calorimeter =50 g
Initial mass of water =70 g
Final mass of calorimeter + water + condensed steam = 123 g
Initial temperature of water + calorimeter = 50 C
Final temperature of mixture = 300C
(Specific heat capacity of water = 4200Jkg-1K-1and specific heat capacity of copper = 390
Jkg-1K-1)

Determine:
i) Mass of the condensed steam. (2 marks)
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ii) Heat gained by calorimeter and water (3 marks)
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iii) Given that Lv is the specific latent heat of vaporization of steam
I. Write a simplified expression for the heat given out by steam. (2 marks)
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II. Determine the value of Lv (3 marks)
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16. a) Figure 12 shows a set-up which may be used to verify one of the gas laws

Figure 12
i) State the law which the set-up may be used to verify (1 mark)
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ii) Name two measurements that should be taken in order to verify the law stared in (i)
above (2 marks)
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iii) Explain how the set-up can used to verify the law named in (i) above. (3 marks)
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b) A gas occupies 3m at a temperature of 270C at normal atmospheric pressure. Determine
its volume at the same pressure if the temperature is increased to 800C
(3 marks)

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17. a) State the law of conservation of linear momentum. (1 mark)
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b) Distinguish between elastic and inelastic collision. (1 mark)
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c) A lorry of mass 2000kg traveling at 20m/s collides with a car of mass 800kg traveling
at 30m/s in the opposite direction. The impact takes 2 seconds before the two bodies
move with a common velocity.
Determine:
(i) The common velocity
(3 marks)
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(ii) The impulsive force (2
marks)
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d) Figure 13 shows a ball bearing falling through glycerin

Figure 13
(i) Name the TWO forces acting on the ball bearing. (2 marks)
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(ii) Write down an equation relating all the forces in (i) above when the ball bearing
attains a constant velocity. (1 mark)
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(iii) The graph in figure 14 shows the motion of the ball bearing through the above
liquid.

Figure 14
On the same axes above sketch the graph to represent the motion of the ball bearing
through alcohol. (1 mark)

18. a) Figure 15(a) shows a solid object being lowered into a jar full of water and figure
15(b) the subsequent upthrust-depth graph as it is immersed in water. The tension of the
string when the block is fully immersed is 3.0 N

Figure 15(a) Figure 15(b)

Determine the:
(i) Length, L of the object …………………………………………… (1 mark) (ii)
Upthrust U when the object is fully immersed in water ………………...… (1 mark)
(iii) Weight W of the object (2 marks)
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(iv) Density of the object (2 marks)
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b) Figure 16 shows a buoy, B, of volume 40 litres and mass 10 kg. It is held in position in
sea water of density 1.04 gcm-3 by a light cable fixed to the bottom so that of the
volume of the buoy is below the
surface of the sea water.

Figure 16

Determine:
(i) Upthrust on the buoy (3 marks)
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(ii) The tension T in the cable. (1 mark)
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c) Figure 17 shows a diagram of a hydrometer which is suitable for measuring the

densities of liquids varying between 1.0gcm−3 and 1.2gcm−3
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Figure 17

(i) State the reason why the bulb is wide. (1 mark)

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(ii) State the purpose of the lead shots in the glass bulb (1 mark)
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d) On the diagram indicate the label corresponding to1.0gcm−3 and 1.2gcm−3 (1 mark)

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TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 2
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) Candidates should answer the questions in English. Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2

FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY

SECTION QUESTION MAX MARKS CANDIDATE’S

SCORE
A 1-13 25
B 14 07
15 11
16 12
17 11
18 07
19 09
TOTAL 80

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SECTION A 25 Marks
1. The figure1 below shows three point source of light with an opaque object placed between them and the
screen

State and explain the nature of shadow formed a long B and C (2marks)
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2. The diagrams below show a positively charged acetate strip and a negatively charged polythene strip freely
suspended and isolated.

Two rods X and Y are brought up in turn to these strips. X attracts the acetate strip but repels the
polythene strip. Rod Y does not repel either the acetate or the polythene. State the type of charge on each
rod.
X .................................................................................................................. (1 mark)
Y .................................................................................................................. (1 mark)
3. (a) State any one way of reducing the magnetic force of attraction of a magnet (1mark)
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(b) Show the direction of the magnetic field in the conductor carrying current shown below.
(1mark)

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4. The diagram below shows waves generated from a tuning fork. If the wave takes 0.1 second to move from
point A to B. determine the frequency of the wave. (2marks)

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5. Other than current state one other factor that affect the magnitude of force on a current carrying conductor
placed in a magnetic field. (1mark)
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6. A student connected the set up below in the laboratory. Explain the observation made on the bulb when the
set-up below is taken to a dark room (1 mark)

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7. A radioactive carbon – 14 decays to nitrogen by beta emissions as shown. 14 X 0

C→ N+ e
6 7 Y
Determine the values of X and Y in the equation
X=…………………………………….. …………………….. (1mark)
Y = …………………………………………………………… (1mark)
8. (a) state the reason for topping up a lead-acid accumulator with distilled water. (1mark)

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(b) State one quatity that is used to determine whether accumulators require charging or not.
(1mark)
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9. Figure 8 shows wave fronts of water waves approaching a concave surface.

(i) Complete the diagram to show the wave fronts formed after striking the surface.
(1 mark)
(ii) What is the effect on velocity of the above if it moves from shallow to deep region
(1marks)
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10. A person standing 110 m from the foot of a cliff claps his hands and hears a sound 0.75 seconds later. Find
the speed of sound in air. (2 marks)
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11. Figure 9 below shows light travelling from more optically dense to less optically dense medium.

a) On the same diagram, sketch a ray to show the direction of the refracted ray. (1 mark)

b) If the refractive index of the denser medium is 1.42, calculate the angle of refraction.

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12. Eleven (11) images are formed when two mirrors are inclined at an angle between them. Determine the size
of angle between the inclined mirrors (2 marks)
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13. (a) The figure10 below is part of electromagnetic spectrum.

Name one detector of A (1 mark)

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(b) Define focal length of a curved reflecting surface (1 mark)
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SECTION B 55 MARKS
14. a) (i) State any one condition necessary for two sources of waves to be coherent ( 1 mark)
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(ii) A student walking on a straight perpendicular to two coherent signal generators hears alternating loud
and soft sounds. Explain why at some point the sound heard is softer
(1mark)
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b) Explain why radio wave signals are easier to receive than TV waves signals in a place surrounded
by hills. (1mark)
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c) In an experiment using a ripple tank the frequency, f of the electric pulse generator was reduced to
one third of its original value. How does the new wave length compare with the initial wavelength?
(1mark)
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d) In a double slit interference experiment, explain the effect on the appearance of the fringes of: (i)
Reducing the separation of the slits but keeping the width of each slit constant.
(1mark)
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(iii)Making each of the two slits wider but keeping the slit separation constant. (1mark)
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e) The figure 11 below shows wave fronts before and after passing through an opening.

State what would be observed on the pattern after passing the opening if the wavelength of the wave is
increased. ( 1 mark)
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15. (a) The figure 12 below shows a X-ray tube.

(i) Name the part labelled C (1 mark)

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(ii) State the property of the material labelled B on the diagram which makes it suitable for use in the
X-ray tube. (1 marks)
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(iii) Why is C inclined at an angle of 45o? (1 mark)

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(iv) State the adjustment that can be made to vary
I. The quality of X-rays (1 mark)
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II. The quantity of the X-rays. (1 mark)
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(v) An x-ray tube has an accelerating potential of 100KV. Determine the maximum frequency of the
x-rays produced.(Plank’s constant = 6.63 10 -34 Js, e = 1.6 × 10-19C)
(2 marks)
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(b) In a CRO, waveform given below was displayed on the screen when the sensitivity at the Y plate
was10V/cm and time base set at 20 milliseconds/cm.

Determine:
(i) The peak voltage (2marks)
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(i) The frequency of the signal (2marks)
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16. (a) 22688𝑅𝑎 decays into 22286𝑅𝑛 by emission of an alpha particle. Write a nuclear equation for the decay
(1 mark)
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b) i)What do you understand by the term half-life of a radioactive substance? (1 mark)
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ii)A G.M tube registers 20 counts. When a radioactive source is brought close to it, it registers 3220
counts and 120 counts 30 hours later. What is the half-life of this substance?
(2 marks)
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c) The figure 14 below shows a G.M tube.
Anode Aluminium casing

Mica window

Argon gas mixed

with little bromine

Scalar or ratemeter
i) Explain the purpose of the bromine (1 mark)
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(ii)Briefly explain how the Geiger Muller tube works to detect radiations. (2 marks)
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(iii) When beta and alpha radiations are passed through a magnetic field, the beta radiations are deflected
more than the alpha radiations. Give a reason for this observation. (1 mark)
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(d) The figure below is a circuit with two identical bulbs and components, Diodes 1 and 2.
D1 D2

L1 K L2

(i) State and explain the observation made when switch K is closed. (2marks)
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(ii) On the axes provided below, sketch the graph of output voltage against time for a full wave rectifier
(1mark)

Output
Voltage

(iii) A capacitor is now connected across the output. Explain its effect on the output. (1mark)
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Time
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17. (a)You are provided with a rheostat, 2 cells, a voltmeter, an ammeter, a switch and a fixed resistor.
i) Draw a circuit diagram that can be used to verify Ohm's law. (2 marks)

ii) Describe how the above set up can be used to determine Ohms law.
(3marks)
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(c) Study the circuit diagram below and answer the questions that follow.

Calculate the current through the 4Ω resistor (3 marks)

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(d) (i) An electrical emersion heater is rated as 240V, 500W. What does this information mean?
(1mark)
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(ii) Calculate the resistance of the element used in the heater. (2marks)
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18. (a)A ray of light travelling from water to glass makes an angle of incident of 300. Find the angle of
refraction in the glass. Refractive index of water . Refractive index of glass
(2 marks)
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(b) State one necessary and sufficient condition for total internal reflection to occur
(1mark)
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c) The graph below shows the variation of 1/V and 1/U in an experiment to determine the focal
length of the mirror. Determine the focal length. (2marks)

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d) The figure below shows a human eye defect.

i) State one possible cause of this defect. (1 mark)

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ii) On the diagram, show how the defect is corrected. (1 mark)

19. a) A bar magnet is moved into a coil of an insulated copper wire connected to a zero- centregalvanometer
as shown below

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(i) Show on the figure above the direction of the induced current in the coil
(1 mark)
(ii) State what is observed on the galvanometer if the south pole of the magnet was moved into and
then withdrawn from the coil. (1 mark)
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(b) A transformer has 800 turns in the primary and 40 turns in the secondary winding. The alternating
voltage connected to the primary is 240V and current of 0.5.A. If 10% of the power is dissipated as
heat within the transformer, determine the current in the secondary coil.
(2 marks)
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(c) The diagram below shows a three-pin plug.

(i) Name the colour code of conductors Q (1 mark)

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(ii) Why is the earth pin longer than the rest in the three-pin plug shown above?
(1 mark)
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(iii) Give one advantage of a circuit breaker instead of a fuse in domestic wiring.
(1mark)
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(iv) State one modification can be done to the fuse wire to give it a higher rating?
(1mark)
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Name: ………………………………………………. Adm No…………………….
232/3 Candidate’s Signature: ……………….
PAPER 3
2023. Date: ……………………………………
2 hours

PHYSICS PRACTICAL
PREDICTION 2 INSTRUCTIONS
TO CANDIDATES
(a) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided.
(b) Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided in the question paper.
(c) You are supposed to spend the first 15 minutes of the 2 ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑠 allowed for this paper reading the whole
paper carefully before commencing the work.
(d) Marks are given for a clear record of the observations actually made, their suitability, accuracy and the use
made of them.
(e) Candidates are advised to record their observation as soon as they are made.
(f) Non programmable silent electronic calculators may be used.
(g) Candidates should check the questions to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that no
question are missing.
(h) Candidates should answer the questions in English.

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Question Maximum score Candidate’s score

1 20

2 20

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QUESTION 1.
PART A
You are provided with the following:
− Two new dry cells
− A resistor labeled Q
− 6 connecting wires with crocodile clips on one end of at least three
− A voltmeter
− An ammeter
− A switch
- cello tape

Proceed as Follows:
(a) Connect the apparatus provided as shown in the figure below.

Q
(a) Take the voltmeter reading when the switch S is open.
V1 = ……………………………… volts (1 mark)

(ii) Close the switch S, and take the voltmeter reading V2

and the ammeter reading I
V2 = ………………………………… volts (1 mark)
I = …………………………………... Amperes (1 mark)

(iii) Calculate the quantity P = V₁-V₂ (3 marks)

Ι
PARTB
You are provided with the following:
a rectangular glass block
four optical pins
a piece of soft board
a plain sheet of paper
cello tape
You are also required to have your complete mathematical set. Proceed as
follows:

(a) Place the plain sheet of paper on the soft board and fix it using the Sellotape provided. Place the glass
block at the center of the sheet, and draw its outline. Remove the glass block. (See figure 2).

b) Draw a normal line at a point 2 cm from the end of one of the longer side of the block outline. This
normal line will be used for the rest of this experiment.
Draw line at an angle θ = 25 °from the normal. Stick two pins P1 and P2 vertically on this line.

c) By viewing through the glass from the opposite side stick two other pins Pj and P4 vertically such that
they are in line with the images of the first two pins. Draw a line through the marks made by P3 and P4
to touch the outline.
Extend the line P1P2 through the outline (dotted line).
d) Measure and record in the table , the perpendicular distance d between the extended line and the line
P3P4.

Record this value in table

Repeat the procedure in (c) and (d) for other values shown in table

NB. The sheet of paper with the drawing must be handed in together with this question paper. Ensure
you write your name and index number on the sheet of paper.
Θo 25 35 40 45 55 60 65

d (cm)

(7 marks)

f) On the grid provided, plot a graph of d (y-axis) against θ (5marks

Using the graph, estimate the value of d when 0=0°. (2 mks)

QUESTION TWO
You are provided with the following apparatus:-
• A metre rule.
• One stop watch. one stand, clamp and boss.
• One spring.
• Two pieces of wood.
• A beam balance or electronic balance (to be shared)
• One mass labeled M.

Proceed as follows:
(a) Hang the spring vertically by clamping one end as shown in figure 1. (The small pieces of wood to
clamp the spring).

(b) Measure the length, Lo, of the unloaded spring, and record below.
Lo ___________________________mm (½ mk)

(c) Hang the mass M given from the lower end of the spring. Measure the length, L1 of the loaded spring.
L1 = _________________________ mm (½ mk)

(d) Find the value of L1 – Lo in centimeters

L = L1 – Lo _____________________ cm (1mk)

(e) Using the balance given, find the mass of the object M.
Mass of M = __________________ g (1mk)

(f) Hang the mass M from the lower end of the spring. Displace it by a small vertical distance and release
so that the spring makes vertical oscillations.
Measure and record, time for the number of oscillations given in the table below.
Oscillations, N 5 7 10 13 15 18 20
Time in seconds, t
(s)
(N + 10t) (s)
10
(N + 10t)2 (s2)
10
Complete the table above. (7mks)

(g) (i) Determine the slope S, of the graph at N = 16. (3mks)

(ii) Find the constant k, given that:

K = MS (2mks)
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INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided
above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv) Answer
ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces provided. v) All
working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) This paper has 12 PAGES. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ascertain that all the pages are
printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
viii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2
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SCORE SCORE

A 1-13 25
14 9
15 12
B
16 12
17 12
18 10
TOTAL SCORE 80

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SECTION A: 25marks
1. A stopwatch is used to time a runner in a race. Figure 1 show the stopwatch at the start and at the end of a
lap of the race.

Fig 1

State how long (in SI unit) did the runner took to finish the lap of the race (1mark)

2. The front views of two cars are shown in figure 2 , drawn to the same scale.

Fig
2

Suggest which car has the greater stability,and give a reason. (2marks)

3. Figure 3 below shows a micrometer screw gauge. State the reading indicated (2marks)
Fig 3

4. Figure 4 shows two identical springs of spring constant 3N/cm supporting a load of 30N.

30 N
Figure 4
Determine the extension of each spring. (2 marks)

5..Figure 5 shows a system for raising a heavy piece of metal into a vertical position.

Fig 5
A man pulls on the rope with a horizontal force T. The piece of metal has a weight of
2000 N and is freely pivoted at A. The system is in equilibrium. By taking moments about A, calculate the
value of T. (3marks)
6. Explain why an aeroplane is likely to take off much earlier than expected when the speed of the wind
blowing in the opposite direction to its motion on the runway suddenly increases (2 marks)

7.An aircraft 300m from the ground traveling horizontally at 400m/s releases a parcel. Calculate the horizontal
distance covered by the parcel from the point of release. (Ignore air resistance) (3 mks).

8.A body of mass 4.0kg held at a vertical height of 500cm is released to travel a long a frictionless curved
path as shown in figure 8

Mass = 4.0kg

Mass = 6.0kg
Fig 8
The 4.0kg mass strikes another body of mass 6.0kg at rest. Immediately it reaches the horizontal, the two
bodies stick together and move in the same direction. Determine the velocity of the bodies immediately
after collision. (3marks)

9.A tin with a hole is filled with water to a certain height. Water jets out as shown in figure 9(a) below. A
second identical tin is filled with water to the same height and a block of wood floated as shown in figure
9(b).
Fig 9

State the reason why the maximum distance of jet d2 is greater than d1. (1 mark)
10.The figure 2 below shows the apparatus used to observe Brownian motion using a smoke cell.

Microscope

Glass cover

S Air and smoke particles

i) State the observation made in the smoke cell. (1 mark)

ii) Explain the observation made when the temperature in the smoke cell is increased. (1 mark)

11. When a mercury in a glass thermometer is used to measure the temperature of hot water, it is observed
that the mercury level first drops before beginning to rise. Explain. (2 marks)

12.Figure 3 shows an arrangement of apparatus to study properties of different surfaces.

Freezing compartment
Metal fins

Shiny surface
Dull surface
Wax Wax

Heater
Aluminium plate
Aluminium plate

Wooden stand

The heater is placed equidistant from the two plates. State what happens when the heater is switched on for
some time. (1 mark)
.
13. Explain your answer in question 12 above (1mark)
SECTION B: 55marks
14. a) The figure below shows the features of a refrigerator.

i) What is the function of the pump P? (1 mark)

ii) What is the function of the copper fins at the back of the refrigerator? (1 mark)

iii ) Explain briefly how cooling takes place in the refrigerator. (3 marks)

iv) What is the purpose of the double wall in a refrigerator? (1 mark)

b) i) Define the term latent heat of fusion of a substance. (1 mark)

ii) The figure below shows an apparatus that could be used to determine the specific latent heat of fusion of
ice.

Fig 12

In order to obtain results that are as accurate as possible, state why it is important to:

I. wait until water is dripping into the beaker at constant rate before taking readings. (1 mark)
II. Use finely crushed ice rather than larger ones. (1 mark)

15. (a)State the law of flotation. (1 mark

(b) Figure 13 below shows a uniform rod of height 8cm floating vertically in a beaker containing two
immiscible liquids P and Q. The densities of the liquids are 800kg/m³ and 1200kg/m³ respectively the
cross-sectional area of the rod is 2cm².

Determine
(i). the weight of liquid P displaced by the rod. (3 marks)

(ii) The weight of liquid Q displaced by the rod. (2 marks)

(iii) The mass of the rod. (1 mark)

(iv) The density of the rod. (2 mks)

(c). Figure 14 below shows a block of volume 50 cm3 and density 2 000 kg/m3 submerged in a liquid and
suspended from a uniform horizontal beam by means of a thread. The beam is balanced by a spherical
mass of 40 g, which is suspended from it on the other side of the pivot as shown

Fig 14
Determine the upthrust force acting on the block. (3 marks)

16. a) State two condition

T necessary for a driver to
A
negotiate a bend on a banked
road at a relatively high
TB speed
String (2 marks)

Stone B

(b).The figure shows stone of mass 100g whirled in a vertical circle using a thread of length 56cm.
(Take g 10N/Kg)
If the stone is whirled at a speed of 8m/s. Calculate;
i) The centripetal force experienced by the stone. (3 marks)

ii) Tension force on the string

at :
I) A (2 marks)

II) B (2 marks)

iii) calculate the angular velocity of the stone. (1mark)

(d)Figure 15 shows a centrifuge that is used to separate particles suspended in a liquid.

Fig 15
Particle of different mass M1, M2 and M3 are suspended in a liquid which they do not dissolve. The system is
then rotated in the direction shown.

(i).State why the particles of different masses will acquire different radii as the system is rotated. (1
mark)

(ii). If M3 > M2 > M1, arrange the particle in increasing radii when the centrifuge is rotated for some time.
(1 mark)

17.a) State one condition necessary for pressure law to hold. (1 mark)

b) A bubble at the bottom of a pond expands as it rises to the top of the liquid. Explain. (1 mark)
c) The graph below represents a graph of pressure against temperature, oC.

100 200
Temp 0C
From the graph, determine;
i)The absolute zero temperature.
(1 mark
Ii)The pressure at 373K (1 mark)

Explain why temperature in (i) above cannot be achieved (2 marks)

d) A column of air 26cm long is trapped by mercury thread 5cm long. When the tube is inverted, the air
column becomes 30cm long.What is the value of atmospheric pressure? (3 marks)

Explain using kinetic theory of gases why pressure of gases increases as temperature of the gas is increased.
(3 marks)
18.a) Differentiate between work and energy. (2 marks)
b) Describe the energy transformation that takes place when a car battery is used to light a bulb. (1 mark)

c) The figure shows a machine.

A
B
Driver
Driven

15 teeth
30 teeth
Gear wheel A with 30 teeth is driven by gear wheel B with 15 teeth.
i) Determine the velocity ratio of the machine. (2 marks)

ii) If the machine has a mechanical advantage of 0.375, determine the efficiency of the machine. (2
marks)

d) A cart of mass 30kg is pushed along horizontal path by a horizontal force of 8N and moves with a constant
velocity. The force is then increased to 14N.
Determine:;

i) The resistance to the motion of the cart. (1 mark)

ii) The acceleration of the cart. (2 marks)

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i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
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B
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SECTION A (25 marks)

Answer ALL questions in this paper

1. A ray from a source X makes an angle of 30° with a plane reflector and a ray from a source Y makes
an angle of 60° to the same reflector at the same point M as shown below. Find the angle through
which the reflector at the same point M as shown below. Find the angle through which the reflector
must be rotated about M such that the ray from the source Y falls on the source X. (3 marks)

Light from
Light from
source x
source y

Fig 1.0
30° 60°
M Reflector

2. The figure 2.0 below shows a sharp pin fixed on a cap of the electroscope. The electroscope is highly
charged and then left for sometime.

Sharp pin

Fig 2.0

Explain why the leaf collapses. (2 marks)

3. The figure 3.0 below shows a coil and a magnet being removed from the coil.

2|Page
coil
A B
S N
Fig 3.0 Motion
a) State the polarity gained at end B.
(1 mark)

238 234 b 234 C 239 230

U a Pa U Th
92 ⎯⎯→ 90 ⎯⎯→ 91 ⎯⎯→ 92 → 90

Identify isotopes from series above. (1 mark)

...................................................................................................................................................................

5. The figure 4.0 below shows the cloud chamber tracks of a certain radioactive emission.

Fig 4.0

State three properties of the radioactive emission producing the tracks shown in the figure above.
(3 marks)

6. State what happens to the depletion layer when

a) A diode is forward biased. (1 mark)

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7. The diagram in the figure 5.0 below shows an object O placed infront of a converging lens.
Lens

Fig 5.0

Using ray diagram determine the position of the image. (3 marks)

8. Explain why the cathode of a CRO is coated with oxides of metals such as Barium and Strontium
(2 marks)

..................................................................................................................................................................

...................................................................................................................................................................

9. Why is repulsion the surest way of testing for polarity of a magnet? (1 mark)

...................................................................................................................................................................

10. Find the combined capacitance between points A and B of the arrangement shown in the figure 6.0
below. (2 marks)

4|Page
A B

11. Give one reason why sound is not classified as an electromagnetic wave. (1 mark)

...................................................................................................................................................................

12. State how polarization is reduced in a simple cell. (1 mark)

...................................................................................................................................................................

13. Explain why it is not advisable to use a 10A fuse for a hair drier rated 2.5Kw, 240V. (2 marks)

...................................................................................................................................................................

SECTION B (55 marks)

Answer ALL questions from this section.

14. The figure 7.0 below shows the construction and circuit of the modern physics X-ray tube.
High voltage

Fig 7.0
Cooling fins
C
B

a) Indicate on the diagram the path of the x-ray beam. (1 mark)

b) Name the part marked C and state its function (2 marks)

...................................................................................................................................................................

5|Page
...................................................................................................................................................................
c) Name the metal used in parts A and B and state why they are suitable for use in the tube. (4 marks)
...................................................................................................................................................................

...................................................................................................................................................................

Fig 8.0

From the graph determine

i) threshold frequency. (1 mark)

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...................................................................................................................................................................

15.a) State ohm's law. (1 mark)

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b) A wire was connected to a battery and it was found that the energy converted to heat was 30J when 20
coulombs of charge flowed through the wire in 5 seconds

Calculate

i) The p.d. between the ends of the wire. (2 marks)

...................................................................................................................................................................

16.a) A person standing behind a wall hears a bell ringing although he cannot see the bell. What
property of sound enables him to hear the sound? (1 mark)

...................................................................................................................................................................

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7|Page

b) The figure 9.0 below is a sketch of ripples caused by a vibrator in a ripple tank whose frequency is
50Hz.

Fig 9.0

24cm

Using the above information, determine the speed of the wave motion. (3 marks)

...................................................................................................................................................................

i) Calculate the speed of sound under these conditions. (3 marks)

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iii) State one way in which sound wave differ from light waves. (1 mark)

...................................................................................................................................................................

17.a) State Lenz's law of electromagnetic induction. (1 mark)

Determine

i) The output voltage. (2 marks)

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18. The figure 10.0 below shows a ray of white light dispersed in a triangular prism. The speed of violet
light in the prism in 1.88 × 108m/s.

10 | P a g e
Glass prism

R
Fig 10.0
r

White light
V

a) Explain how glass disperses white light into red and violet bands. (1 mark)

...................................................................................................................................................................

...................................................................................................................................................................
c) Show on the figure the critical angle C for violet light and determine its value. (3 marks)
...................................................................................................................................................................

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e) On the same figure, sketch the part of red light after white light strikes the prism if the prism was
replaced by another of similar shape but lower refractive index. (Use a dotted line for the answer)
(1 mark)
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TIME : 2HRS 30 MINUTES

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(a) Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above.
(b) Sign and write date of examination in the spaces provided above.
(c) Answer all the questions in the spaces provided.

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QUESTION 1

You are provided with the following:

A watch glass

A small piece of plasticine

A marble

A stop watch

Vernier calipers

Triangular glass prism (39 by 39 by 39) ± 2mm

Four Optical pins

Some cello tape

A soft board

A plain sheet of paper

An electronic balance (for sharing)

Complete geometrical set

(i) Record the mass of the marble.

.......................................………………………………………….g (1mk)

2
(a) Place the watch glass flat on the table with a small piece of plasticine to fix it firmly to
the bench at the one place it touches. Release the marble from one end of the watch glass
and time 10 complete oscillations with a stop watch. Repeat this three times.

Time for 10 oscillations Periodic time T(s)

1
2
3

(2mks)

Find the average periodic time (2mk)

(b) Measure the diameter of the marble with vernier calipers and hence find its radius.

Diameter……………………………………………………………............................ (1mk)

Radius (r)…………………………………………………………………................... (1mk)

(d) Calculate the radius of curvature of the watch glass R from the formula
R-r = 5𝑔𝑇 22 (2mks)
7(2𝜋)

Where g=9.8m/s2,𝜋=3.142

(e) Determine the density of the marble (2mks)

3
PART B

(f) Fix the plain sheet of paper on the soft board using some cello tape. Place the triangular
prism on the paper and trace its outline on the sheet of paper. Remove the prism and use
a ruler to extend the three side of the outline.

Measure angle A and the length l

A= …………………………………………………………………………… (1mk)

l……………………………………………………………………………..... (1mk)
NB: The plain sheet of paper must be submitted together with the question paper.

(g) At a point about a third way along one side of the outline from angle A, draw a normal.

(h) Draw a line at angle i=400 to the normal. Stick two pins P1 and P2 vertically on this line
as shown below.

4
Place the prism accurately on the outline. By viewing through the opposite side, stick two
other pins P3 and P4 vertically such that they are in line with the two images of pins P1 and
𝑃2. Measure angle D

(i) For two other values of angle, I shown in the table 2 locate and measure the
corresponding angles of deviation. Complete table 2 (2mks)

Table 2
I 400 500 600
D

(j) Determine the average value Dm of D (1mk)

(𝐴+𝐷𝑚)
𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑒 2
𝐴
𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑒 2
(k) K= (2mks)

QUESTION 2

2. You are provided with the following.

• A millammeter.
• A voltmeter.
• A wire mounted on a mm scale.
• A switch.
• A long wire with a crocodile clip at one and (crocodile clip to be used as a slider or
jockey).

5
• A new dry cell (size D) and a cell holder.
• A micrometer screw gauge (may be shared).
• 5 connecting wires, two with crocodile clips at the end.

Proceed as follows:
(a) Measure the diameter, d of the mounted wire at three different points.

Average diameter d = __________________________________mm (1mk)

(b) Set up the apparatus as shown in the circuit diagram in the figure below.

c) Close the Switch and

tap the mounted wire with
the crocodile clip as
shown in the circuit.
Ensure that both meters
show positive deflection.
Open the switch.

d) Tap the wire at L = 20cm. Close the switch read and record in the time provided the
milliammeter and voltmeter reading.
e) Repeat the procedure in I for other values of L, shown in the table below and complete
the table. (8mks)

L(cm) L(m) V (Volts) I (Ma) I (Amps) R =𝑉

𝐼

20
30
40
50
60
80

f) (I) Plot the graph of R (Y-axis) against L(m). (5mks)

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(ii) Determine the slope of the graph. (3mks)

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(iii) Given that R= 𝑃𝐿 where A is the cross-sectional area of the wire and P is a
𝐴 constant for the material of the wire, determine the value
of the constant P.
(3mks)

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i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
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provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
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SECTION A: (25 MARKS)

1. An incident ray makes an angle of 250 to the mirror as shown below.

Fig 1

250

Complete the diagram to show how the ray is reflected after striking the mirror hence calculate angle of
reflection. (2 mks)
2. Give the reason why insulators do not conduct electric current. (1 mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………...................................
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….......................
.
3. A positively charged glass rod is brought near the brass cap of a negatively charged electroscope. Explain
why the leaf falls. (2 mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………...................................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….......................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................
4. What causes a freely suspended magnetic needle to always point in the north south direction? (1 mk)

5. A ray of light travelling towards a concave mirror passes through its centre of curvature. State how the ray is
reflected after striking the mirror. (1 mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………...................................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….......................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................
6. Fig 2 below shows a magnetic compass placed near a conductor in an electric circuit.
Plotting compass

a) State what happens to the magnetic needle when the switch is closed. (1 mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………...................................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….......................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................
b) Explain why the needle behaves as described in (a) above. (1 mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………….............................
.......
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….......................
.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................
7. What are longitudinal waves. (1 mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………....................................
……………………………………………………………………………………………………............................
………………………………………………………………………………………………………........................
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................

8. An echo sounder in a ship produces a sound pulse of frequency 24.8 KHZ. An echo is received from sea bed
at a depth of 175m after 0.25 seconds. Calculate the wave length of sound in water. (3 mks)
9. The critical angle of a ray of light travelling from medium A to air is 440.
a) Define the term critical angle. (1 mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………....................................
……………………………………………………………………………………………………............................
………………………………………………………………………………………………………........................
……………………………………………………………………………………………………...........................
b) Calculate the angle of refraction, when the angle of incidence is decreased to 400 (give your answer to 3
decimal places.) (3 mks)

10. A circular wave is incident on a straight reflector as shown in fig 3 below.

Reflector

Complete the diagram to show how the wave is reflected. (2 mks)

11. Fig 4. Below shows a circuit consisting of capacitors and a battery

Determine the charge stored in the circuit (3mk)

12. a) Sketch a graph to show the variation of the current against time for a discharging capacitor in axis below.
Current (1 mk)

Time

b) State two ways of increasing the capacitance of a capacitor. (2mk)

SECTION B (55 MARKS)

13.a) State two factors that determine the heat produced by a conductor when connected to an electric circuit.
(2mks)
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b) The electrical power is given by

P= V I where V= Pd across a conductor
I= Current through a conductor.
Show that electrical power can also be given by

P=V2/R where R=resistance. (3 mk)

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c) What property does a fuse wire have that makes it suitable for its use in a circuit. (1 mk)
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d) An electric heater rated 1.2 KW, 240V supplies 5.5 x 105 joules of heat energy to water in an insulated
container.
i) For how long is the heater switched on.(Give your answer in minutes and to 2 decimal places) (3 mks)

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ii) Determine the resistance of the heater coil (2 mks)
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14. a) (i)Using a ray diagram show how a convex lens forms an image when an object is placed between it and
its focal point. (3 mks)

(ii)Name one optical device that makes use of the above set up. (1 mk)
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b) In an experiment to determine the focal length of a converging lens, several values of image distance V and
corresponding values of object U were obtained.
Object distance (U) cm 10 15 20 25
Image distance (V) cm 40.0 17.1 13.3 11.8
1 -2 -1
/U x 10 (cm )
1 -2 -1
/v x 10 (cm )

i) Complete the table. (2 mks)

ii) Plot a graph of 1/v against 1/U and produce it to cut both axis (4 mks)

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iii) Find the intercepts at /u. = _______________ (cm-1) (1 mk)

1
/v = ______________ (cm-1) (1 mk)
iv) Determine the average value of focal length of the lens from the graph (2 mks)
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15. (a) The table below shows an arrangement of electromagnetic spectrum.

Radio waves Micro waves A Visible light B X rays Gamma rays
i) Name the radiation represented by B. (1mk)
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. ii) Name the human organ that detect radiation A. (1mk)
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. iii) State one application of gamma rays. (1mk)
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b) Fig 5. Shows a dry cell (the paper that covers the dry cell is not shown)

Mixture of carbon powder

and manganese iv oxide

i.
Name the parts labelled A and B
A: ………………………………….. ( 1mk)

B: …………………………………… ( 1mk)

ii. State and explain the importance of manganese (iv) oxide in the cell (2mks)
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iii. Explain why large currents should not be drawn from the cell for a long time (2mks)
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c) State with reasons whether the dry cell is classified as primary or secondary type of cell (2mks)
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16. a) Explain what is meant by non-Ohmic conductors (2mks)

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b) State the reason why electromotive force of a cell is always higher than the potential difference (terminal
voltage) (1mk)
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c) Fig 6, below shows three identical bulbs A, B, and C connected in a series – parallel circuit.

A B

i) State the bulb with the highest potential difference. (1 mk)

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ii) If current through Bulb B is 0.85A, determine the current through bulb A. (2 mks)
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d) State two factors that affect a resistance of a metal conductor (2mks)

Resistance

Temperature
ii) Explain the curve of your graph in (e) (i) above. (1mk)
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17(a) What is meant by the term diffraction of a wave (1mk)
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b) State two factors that determine the extent of diffraction of a given wave (2 mks)
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c) Two identical loudspeakers connected to the same audio-frequency generator are placed some distance away
from each other as shown below.

i) Briefly describe the sound experienced by:

a) An observer moving along line AB. (1mk)
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b) i) An observer moving along CD. (1mk)
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. ii) Explain the sound experienced by the observer in (b (i)) above (2mks)
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d) i) State with reason the effect of increasing the frequency of the audio generator on the sound heard along
line CD (2mks)
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Name: ………………………………………………. Adm No…………………….
232/3 Candidate’s Signature: ……………….
PAPER 3
2023. Date: ……………………………………
2 hours
PHYSICS PRACTICAL
PREDICTION 4 INSTRUCTIONS
TO CANDIDATES
(a) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided.
(b) Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided in the question paper.
(c) You are supposed to spend the first 15 minutes of the 2 ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑠 allowed for this paper reading the
whole paper carefully before commencing the work.
(d) Marks are given for a clear record of the observations actually made, their suitability, accuracy and
the use made of them.
(e) Candidates are advised to record their observation as soon as they are made.
(f) Non programmable silent electronic calculators may be used.
(g) Candidates should check the questions to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that
no question are missing.
(h) Candidates should answer the questions in English.

For Examiner’s use only:

QUESTION TOTAL MARKS CANDIDATE’S SCORE

1 20

2 20

GRAND TOTAL 40

CONTACT:
WhatsApp/Call or Text: 0737 065061 FOR ANSWERS
QUESTION ONE
You are provided with the following apparatus:

• An ammeter (0-1 A)
• Voltmeter (0-3 V)
• Two dry cells
• Cell-holder
• Variable resistor (0-100 Ω)
• Connecting wires
• Switch
Proceed as follows:
a) Connect the apparatus as shown in figure 1 below:

Figure 1

b) With the switch open, measure and record the voltmeter reading, V0

V0 = .......................... (1 mark)

c) Now, remove the voltmeter and connect it across the variable resistor (as shown in figure 2).

Figure 2

d) Adjust the variable resistor until you obtain a reading of 1.0 V on the voltmeter. Record the
corresponding ammeter reading. Continue to adjust the variable resistor to obtain the voltmeter
readings shown in table 1, each time recording the corresponding current value.

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Table 1:
Voltage, V 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5

Current, A

𝑉
𝑅= (𝛺)
𝐼
1 (𝐴−1)
𝐼

e) complete the table 1 above: (6 marks)

1
f) Plot a graph of resistance, R against (5 marks)
𝐼

g) Determine the slope of your graph (3 marks)

𝑉 𝑃
h) Given that: = − 𝐾, where P and K are constants. From the graph determine the values of P and
𝐼 𝐼

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K.
i. P (2 marks)

ii. K (2 marks)
i) State the significance of K (1 mark
QUESTION TWO
PART A
You are provided with the following apparatus:
• Complete retort stand
• Cork
• Optical pin (for suspending the cardboard)
• Stop-watch
• Half-metre rule
• Knife-edge
• Rectangular Cardboard (40cm by 5 cm by 0.5cm)
PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:
a) Using the knife-edge, determine the centre of gravity of the cardboard. Mark it as G.
b) From G, cut holes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 at intervals of 3 cm. measure and record the distance, L of each
of the holes from G.
c) Now set-up the apparatus as shown in figure 3, below:

Figure 3

d) Displace the strip through a small angle, θ and release it to oscillate. Determine time, t for 10
oscillations and fill in your results in table 2 below: (8 marks)
Table 2
hole 1 2 3 4 5 6

Distance, L
(cm)
Time, t for
10

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oscillations
(s)

Periodic
time, T (s)
T2 (s2)

T2L (ms2)

L2(m2)

2
𝐴
e) Determine Z, given that: 𝑍 = , where A, is the average value of T L and B is the average value of
𝐵
T2 (2 marks)
PART B
You are provided with the following apparatus:
• A thermometer (range: -100c- 1100c)
• A 250 ml beaker
• Measuring cylinder
• Retort stand, clamp and boss
• Stop watch
• Source of boiling water or Bunsen burner • Some tissue paper Proceed as follows:
f) Record the temperature reading, T0 of the thermometer provided

T0 = ................................. (1 mark)

g) State the significance of the temperature, T0 above. (1 mark)

h) Now pour 200ml of hot (boiling) water from the source into the beaker and immediately insert the
thermometer as shown in figure 1 below. Ensure it is at a temperature above 850C.

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Figure 4
i) Start the stop watch when the temperature falls to 800c. Record the temperature of the water as it
cools down after every two minutes for about ten minutes. Record your results in the table below:
(5 marks)
Table 3:
Time, t (minutes) 0 2 4 6 8 10
Temperature, T (0C)

j) Given that the specific heat capacity of water is 4J/g0C. determine the heat lost when the water
cools from 800c to the temperature in (a) above. (assume: 1ml = 1g) (3 marks)

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Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)

NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/1
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 5
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) This paper has 12 PAGES. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ascertain that all the pages are
printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
viii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2
For Examiners Use Only

Section Question Maximum Score Candidate’s Score

A 1 – 13 25
B 14 10

15 12

16 10

17 13

18 10

TOTAL
SCORE 80

CONTACT:
WhatsApp/Call or Text: 0737 065061 FOR ANSWERS
1. The figure below shows a section of a micrometer screw gauge with a thimble scale of 50 divisions.
When the spindle is in contact with the anvil, the device reads 0.25mm. The screw gauge is used to
measure the diameter of a spherical ball and the scale reading is as shown below.
State the actual diameter of the ball.
(2 marks)

Figure 1

2. Alcohol in glass thermometer cannot be used when boiling water is used in an experiment. Explain.
(1mark)

3. Explain briefly how the temperature in a green house is kept higher than outside. (2 marks)

4. A wooden bench feels neither warm nor cold when touched by bare hands. Explain this observation.
(2 marks)

5. The reading on a mercury barometer at Mombasa is 760mm. Calculate the pressure at Mombasa in N/m2
(density of mercury = 1.36 x 104 Kg/m3) (2 marks)

6. The diagram shown in figure 2 below is an arrangement of three pulley wheels used to help in lifting
loads. The system has a velocity ratio of 3. Complete the diagram to show the threading of the rope and
the position of effort, load (3 marks)

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Figure 2
7. State the meaning of the term ‘radian’ as a unit of measurement (1 mark)

8. A stone of volume 800 cm3 experiences an upthrust force of 6.5 N when fully immersed in a liquid.
Determine the density of the liquid. (2 marks)

9. Figure 3 shows air flowing through a pipe of different cross-sectional areas. Two pipes A and B are
dipped into water.

Figure 3
Explain the cause of the difference in the levels of water in the pipes A and B. (2 marks)

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10. A balloon is filled with hydrogen gas and then released into the air. The balloon is observed to expand as
the balloon rises. Explain why it expands. (2 marks)

11. The figure 4 below shows a ball being whirled in a vertical plane. Mark on the same figure, as A, the
position where the string is likely to snap if the angular velocity of the ball is increased. Explain your
answer. (2 marks)

Figure 4
12. A uniform metre-rule balances at the 30cm mark when a mass of 500g is placed at the 25cm mark as
shown in the figure 5 below. (Not drawn to scale).

Figure 5
Determine the mass of the meter-rule (3 marks)

SECTION B (55 MARKS)

13. The diagram below shows a spring balance tied to an object of mass 500g and rotated in a circular path
of radius 50 cm.

Figure 6

a) State the source of force that keeps the object moving in a circular path. (1mark)

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b) The speed of the object is constant but the body is accelerating on the circular path. Explain
(1 mark)

c)
i. If the object is whirled faster, what would happen to the spring balance reading? (1 mark)

ii. Give a reason for your answer in, c (i) above (2 marks)

d) If the spring balance reads 81N. Determine:

i. the linear velocity, v of the body (3 marks)

ii. centripetal acceleration of the body (3 marks)

e) State the purpose of banking roads at bends (1 mark)

14.
a) State the law of flotation (1 mark)

b) Figure 7 below shows a test-tube whose cross-sectional area is 2cm2 partially filled with lead shot
floating vertically in water.

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Figure 7
Determine the:
i. Volume of water displaced (2 marks)

ii. Weight of displaced water (3 marks)

c) State the combined weight of the test-tube and the lead-shot (1 mark)

d) Determine the length of the test-tube that would be submerged if a liquid of density 0.8g/cm3 is used.
(3 marks)

e) The set-up in figure 7 may be used as a hydrometer. Suggest any one change that can be made so
that it measures small differences in densities of liquids (1 mark)

15.
a) Define the following terms as used in machines:
i. Efficiency (1 mark)

ii. Velocity ratio (1 mark)

b) The figure below shows a 200g mass placed on a frictionless surface and attached to a spring.

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Figure 8

The spring is compressed then released. If the elastic potential energy of the compressed spring is
2.7×10-2J, determine the maximum speed with which the block moves after it is released.
(3 marks)

c) A spherical ball is released vertically from a height, h. Sketch on a diagram to show the forces acting
on the ball just after it is released. (3 marks)

d) Sketch a graph of potential energy against kinetic energy as the ball falls to the ground (2 marks)

e) State two ways in which an inclined plane can be made to reduce the applied effort when pulling a
load along the plane (2 marks)

16.
a) State what is meant by an ideal gas (1 mark)

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b) The pressure acting in a gas in a container was changed steadily while the temperature of the gas was
maintained constant. The value of volume V of the gas measured various values of pressure. The
graph in the figure 9 shows the relation between the pressure P and the reciprocal of volume, V-1.

Figure 9

i. Identify the gas law being verified by the above graph (1 mark)

ii. Given that the relation between the pressure P and the value, V of the gas is given by the
equation: PV = k, where k is a constant, use the graph to determine the value of k
(3 marks)

c) A gas occupies a volume of 4000 litres at a temperature of 37°C and normal atmosphere pressure.
Determine the new volume of the gas if it is heated at constant pressure to a temperature of 67°C
(normal atmosphere pressure P = 1.01 x 105pa) (3 marks)

d) State two limitations of gas laws (2 marks)

17.
a) State the principle of transmission of pressure (1 mark)

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b) The diagram below shows a U-tube filled with two liquids X and Y.

Figure 10
If the density of liquid Y is 1.26 g cm–3, determine the density of liquid X. (3 marks)

c) The figure 11 below shows water getting in and out of a pipe.

Figure 11

If the water in the pipe is flowing continuously and has a streamline flow:
i. Show on the diagram the relative level of water in tubes A, B and C (1 mark)

ii. Explain your answer above (1 mark)

d) A strong wind lifted off the roof of a classroom. Explain how this could happen (2 marks)
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e) The speed of air at the upper part of an airplane wing is 120m/s and the lower side is 100m/s. The
area of the airplane wing is 12m2. Calculate the pressure difference on the wings
(2 marks)

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NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/2
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 5
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2
CONTACT:
WhatsApp/Call or Text: 0737 065061 FOR ANSWERS

For Examiner’s use only

SECTION QUESTION MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S SCORE
Section A 1-13 25
Section B 14 14
15 16
16 9
17 8
18 8

TOTAL 80

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SECTION A: 25 MARKS
Answer all the questions in this section.
1. State the property of light that a pinhole camera illustrates. (1mk)

2. A positively charged rod is brought close to the cap of a gold leaf electroscope. It is observed that the
gold leaf diverged. Explain this observation. (2mks)

3. The figure below shows a magnetic field pattern between magnets P and R.

A
P R

a) Identify the poles A and B. (1mk)

A -
B -
b) State which of the two magnets, P or R, is stronger. Explain. (2mks)

4. State the purpose of Manganese (IV) oxide in a dry cell. (1mk)

5. The chart below shows an arrangement of different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Radio waves A Infra-red Visible B X-rays Gamma

light rays

i) Name the radiation represented by B. (1mk) ii) Name a device the can be used to detect
radiation A. (1mk)

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6. The figure below shows a wire carrying current whose direction is out of the paper. The wire is placed
in a magnetic field.

a) Indicate on the figure the direction of the force F, acting on the wire. (1mk)
b) State what would be observed on the wire if the direction of the current is reversed, ( i.e. into the
paper). (1mk)

7. A policeman standing between two high walls fires a gun. He hears the first echo after 3 seconds and
the next 2 seconds later. What is the distance between the walls? (Take velocity of sound= 330 m/s)
(3mks)

8. The following reaction is part of a radio- active series

210

83𝐴 z 210
84𝐵 γ (Gamma) 𝑦𝑥𝐶

a) Identify the radiation Z. (1mk)

b) Determine the values of X and Y. (1mk)

9. The figure below shows two ways of biasing a p-n junction diode.

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P N P N

mA mA

X Y
In which circuit will the current flow? Explain. (2mks)

10. In a three pin plug, why is the earth pin normally longer than the other two pins? (1mk)

11. An electric bulb rated 12V, 36W allows a current to pass through for 30 minutes. How much electric
energy is dissipated by the bulb? (3mks)

12. The figure below shows a series of wave fronts, one wavelength apart, approaching a gap between two
barriers in a ripple tank.

Show on the figure what happens as the waves pass through the gap. (1mk)

13. A student holds a large concave mirror of focal length 1m, 80cm from her face. State two
characteristics of her image in the mirror. (2mks)

SECTION B: 55 MARKS(Answer all the questions in this section)

14. a) The figure below shows a narrow beam of white light onto a glass prism.
Slit

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(i) What is the name of the phenomenon represented in the diagram? (1mk)

(ii) Name the colour X and Y. Give a reason. (3mks)

(iii) What is the purpose of the slit? (1mk)

b). The figure below shows the path of rays of yellow light trough a glass prism. The speed of
yellow light in the prism is 1.8 x 108 m/s.

60o
Θ r

4 µF

A B (i) Determine the

refractive index of the
3 µF prism material. (Speed of
light in a vacuum,
C= 3.0 X 108 m/s).
2 µF
(3mks)

(ii) Show on the same diagram, the critical angle C, and hence determine its value.
(3mks)

(iv) Given that r= 31.20, determine the angle Ѳ. (3mks)

15. a) State one property of electric field lines. (1mk)

b) The figure below shows part of a circuit containing three capacitors.

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(i) Calculate the effective capacitance between A and B. (3mks)

(ii) Given the potential difference (p.d) across AB is 10V, what is the total charge flowing through the
circuit? (2mks)

(c)The figure below represents an X-ray tube. The anode is made up of the copper metal while the
target is tungsten.
- +

6V
Low voltage

Copper anode
A
B
(i) Name the parts labeled A and B. (2mks)
A ………………………………………………………………
B ………………………………………………………………
(ii) Explain how X-rays are produced from the tube. (3mks)

(iii) Why is tungsten used for the target in the tube? (1mk)

(iv) What adjustments need to be done in the tube in order to produce more X-rays?
(1mk)

(v) The energy of the X-rays is 3.8 x 1014 Joules. Given that the speed of light is 3.0 x 108 m/s and
planks constant is 6.63 x 10-34 Js. Determine the wavelength of X-rays produced.
(3mks)

16. a) State how an increase in thickness affects the electrical resistance of a conductor.
(1mk)

c) The figure below shows a 6V battery connected to an arrangement of resistors.

6
6Ω

6Ω
2Ω

(i) Determine the effective resistance in the circuit. (2mks)

(ii)Determine the current flowing through 2Ω resistor. (2mks)

c) Explain why a cathode ray tube is evacuated. (1mk

d) The figure below shows the waveform displayed on the cathode ray oscilloscope screen when an
alternating voltage is applied on the Y- input. The time base is set at 1ms/cm and the Y gain at 10
v/cm.

Calculate:
i) The amplitude of the a.c input voltage. (2mks)

ii) The frequency of the ac input voltage signal. (1mk)

17. (a)The figure below shows a ray of light entering a human eye which has a defect.

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i) Name the defect. (1mk)

ii) State two possible causes of the defect. (2mks)

(b)An object of height 10cm is placed 30cm from a converging lens of focal length 18cm.
i) On the grid provided, draw a ray diagram to locate the position of the image formed.
(3mks)

From the diagram in part (i), determine the:

I. Image height. (1mk)

II. Image distance. (1mk)

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18. a) The graph in the figure below shows the displacement of a pendulum bob from its position of rest as
it varies with time.
3

0 2.0 3.0
1.0
-1
Time (sec)
-2

-3

(i) Determine the amplitude of the oscillation. (1mk)

(ii) Determine the periodic time. (1mk)

(iii) On the same graph, draw a sketch graph which represents a pendulum swinging with half the
amplitude and twice the frequency. (2mks)
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c) The energy of a photon of light is 2.21 eV. (Electronic charge is 1.6 x 10 c and planks constant, is
6.63 x 10-34 Js.
i) Express the light energy in joules. (1mk)

ii) Determine the frequency of light that produces the photon. (2mks)

c) State one way in which energy is lost in a transformer. (1mk)

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PAPER 3
2023. Date: ……………………………………
2 hours

PHYSICS PRACTICAL
PREDICTION 5
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
(a) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided.
(b) Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided in the question paper.
(c) You are supposed to spend the first 15 minutes of the 2 ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑠 allowed for this paper reading the whole
paper carefully before commencing the work.
(d) Marks are given for a clear record of the observations actually made, their suitability, accuracy and the use
made of them.
(e) Candidates are advised to record their observation as soon as they are made.
(f) Non programmable silent electronic calculators may be used.
(g) Candidates should check the questions to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that no
question are missing.
(h) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
For Examiner’s Use Only
Question 1
d c f g h (i) h (ii) i (i) i (ii)

Maximum Score 1 4 5 3 1 2 2 1

Candidate’s Score

Question 2
i j
b c d e f (i) f (ii) f (iii) g h

Maximum Score 1 3 4 3 1 1 2 1 1 3 1

Candidate’s Score

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Question 1:
Each student will require the following

• 2 new dry cells

• 2 cell holders
• A switch
• An ammeter (0- 1A)
• A voltmeter (0 – 5V)
• 8 connecting wires
• A nichrome wire 1.0m long mounted on a scale labeled X
• A micrometer screw gauge (can be shared)

Proceed as follows
a) Connect the circuit as shown in the figure below

b) Measure the e.m.f, E (across the cells) before closing the switch

E= ………………………………….. (1mark)

c) Adjust the length L of the wire 0.2 m, close the switch S and read the value of current and record the
table below

Length L(m) 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7

Current I (A)
1 -1
(A )
𝐼

d) Repeat the procedure in (c) above for the value of lengths given (4 marks)
1
e) Calculate the values of and record in table above
𝐼

1
f) On the grid provided, plot a graph of (y axis) against L (5marks)
𝐼

g) Determine the gradient of the graph 3 (marks)

h) i) Measure the diameter of the wire in three points used d1 =

d2=

d3 =

Average d= (1mark)

ii) Determine the cross section area, A, of the wire (2marks)

i) From the equation

1 𝑘𝐿 𝑄
= + determine,
I 𝐴𝐸 𝐸

i) the value of k (2 marks)

ii) The value of Q (1mark)

QUESTION 2.

PART A
You are provided with the following
- A candle
- A lens and a lens holder
- A screen
- A metre rule
a) Set up the apparatus as shown in figure below (ensure that the candle flame and the lens are approximately
the same height above the bench)
b) Set the position of the lens so that the 40cm from the candle (U=40). Adjust the position of the screen until
a sharp image of the candle flame is obtained. Measure the distance, V between the lens and the screen.
Record the value of V1

V1 = ………… cm (1 mark)
c) Repeat the procedures in (b) above for other values of U in the table b below. (3 marks) Table b)
U(cm) 45 50 55
V(cm)
𝑣
Magnification (m)
𝑢
𝑣
d) Given that f = where f is the focal length of the lens, use the results in table above to determine the
𝑚+1,
average values of f. (4 marks)

PART B.
You are provided with the following:
- rubber bung.
- vernier calipers.
- beam balance. Proceed as follows:
e) Using a vernier caliper, measure the lengths D, d, and h as shown in figure 2.
D

D = ....................................................... m (1 mark)
d
Figure 2
d = ........................................................ m (1 mark)

h = ........................................................ m (1 mark)

f) (i) Measure the mass, M of the rubber bung using the beam balance.
M = ....................................................... kg (1 mark)
𝑑+𝐷 (1 mark)
(ii) Given that𝑄 = , determine the value of Q.
4
(iii)
Determine the
value of r given
that 𝜋𝑟𝑄 =
2 𝑀
(2 marks)
𝑑
PART C
You are provided with the following
• a metre rule
• a retort stand, one boss, one clamp
• One 500ml beaker ¾ full of water
• One 100g mass
• One 50g mass
• 3 pieces of thread approximately 30cm long
Procedure
g) Balance the metre rule horizontally by suspending it from the stand and clamp with one of the threads.
Record the balance point G

G = __________________ cm (1 mark)

h) suspend the 100g mass from the metre rule at a point such that x = 5cm from point G, with the 100g mass
completely immersed in water in the beaker hang the 50g mass from the metre rule. Note the point of
suspension (p) of the mass

P =______________ (1mark)

i) Calculate the apparent weight of the 100 g mass in water. (3 marks)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)

NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/1
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 6
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided
above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv) Answer
ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces provided. v) All
working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) This paper has 12 PAGES. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ascertain that all the
pages are printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
viii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2
For Examiners Use Only

Section Question Maximum Score Candidate’s Score

A 1 – 13 25
B 14 10
15 12
16 11
17 11
18 11
TOTAL
SCORE 80

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Page 1 of 9
SECTION A: (25 MARKS)
1. 1 The figure below shows part of a vernier callipers when the jaws are closed without an object in
between the jaws.

a) State the zero error of the vernier callipers. (1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

b) A student used the same vernier calipers to measure the diameter of a test tube of actual diameter
2.15cm. What was the reading shown by the vernier callipers? (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

0
2 State a reason why a burn from steam at 100 C is more severe than a burn from boiling water at the same
temperature (1 mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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3. Apart from temperature difference between the ends of a material, state any other two factors that
determines rate of heat flow in a material (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

4. A point in the rim of a wheel has a linear velocity of 5.6 m/s. if the rim has a radius of 40cm determine
the angular velocity of the point
(2marks)
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5. A wooden block of mass 2kg is placed on a horizontal surface. A horizontal force of 12N is exerted on
it
makes it to accelerate at 5ms-2. Find the coefficient of friction between the surfaces.
(3marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

6. .Explain briefly how the temperature in a green house is kept higher than outside. (2 marks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…
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……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

7. The figure below shows two inflated balloons hanging vertically on light threads.

State and explain the observation that will be made when a stream of air is blown in the space between
the balloons. (2 marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

8. Explain why a hole in a ship near the bottom is more dangerous than the one near the top
(1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

9.The diagram bellow shows a uniform meter rule pivoted at its center and balanced by the forces shown.
(3marks)

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Determine the value of x.

10.The figure shows a capillary tube dipped in water.

Capillary tube

Water

State two differences that will be observed when water is replaced with mercury in the set up above.
(2 marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

11. Give the transducer used to convert mechanical energy to electrical energy. (1 mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

12. A body is uniformly accelerated from rest to a final velocity of 100m/s in 10seconds. Calculate the
distance covered. (2marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

13. The figure below shows beaker containing a block of ice.

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State and explain the change in stability when the ice melts. (2marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SECTION B (55 MARKS)

14. a) Define the term heat capacity. (1 mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

b) A metal block of mass 2.0kg is heated electrically. The voltmeter read 12 volts and ammeter 4.0A. The
temperature of the metal block increased from 250C to 750C in 10 minutes. Assuming no heat is lost to the
surrounding. Determine:
i) Heat supplied by the heater. (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

ii) Heat gained by the metal cylinder (1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
iii) Specific heat capacity of the metal block. (2marks)

c) Explain why food cooks faster in a pressure cooker than in an open sufuria (2marks)

d)The figure below shows two identical containers A and B containing hot water and ice block.

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Floating ice
block

Hot
Water Ice block
wrapped in
wire gauze

A B
State with reason which water cools faster assuming that the wire gauge absorbs negligible heat.
(2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

15 a) State Newton’s second law of motion in terms of in momentum. (1mark)

b) (i) A bullet of mass 20.0 g is fired with a velocity of 300m/s into a wooden block of mass 4.98 kg
suspended from a long in extensible string. The bullet sticks into the wood and the two moves together.
Find the velocity of the block and bullet immediately after collision took place. (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

(ii) Calculate the height to which both swings upwards. (2marks)

c) Figure shows a hydraulic press system using a lever of negligible mass on the side of a small piston
pivoted at point P. A force of 200N is applied at R.
100 cm 50 cm
A Bale

R P
Area= 180cm2
200 N A =50 cm 2

Liquid

Calculate ;
(i) The force F exerted by small piston on the liquid. (2marks)

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(ii) The weight of the Bale supported by the large piston (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(iii) Efficiency of the system. (3marks)

16. (a) State Archimedes principle (1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………..................

(b) A cylinder of length 5.0 cm and uniform cross section area 50.00 cm2 is suspended from a spring
balance and totally immersed in water. If the density of the material of the cylinder is 1.25g/cm 3 and
density of water 1g/cm3, determine:
i. The up thrust on the cylinder (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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ii.Weight of the cylinder
(2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
iii. The reading on the spring balance
(2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(b)(i) State the reason why lead shots are fixed at the bottom of hydrometer. (1 mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

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………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(ii) A hydrometer of mass 30.0 g floats in water of density 1.0g/cm3.If the bulb of the hydrometer had a
volume of 2.8x10-5 m3 and stem has a cross – section area of 1.0 cm2, what length of the stem would be
submerged in the water. (3marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

17. a) Define the term angular velocity. (1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
b) The graph below was obtained from an experiment to investigate the variation of the centripetal force, F
with the radius, r of the circle on which a body rotates was performed.

From the graph, determine the angular velocity, Ꞷ of the body given that m = 100g and
F = mꞶ2r + c where c is a constant. (3 marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………....

c) A stone of mass 40g is tied to the end of a string 50cm long and whirled in a vertical circle at 2
revolutions per second. Calculate the maximum tension in the string. (3marks)

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d) A stone is thrown horizontally with a velocity of 45m/s from the top of a vertical tower 50m high.
Determine:
i. The time taken by the bullet to reach the ground (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
ii.The maximum horizontal distance covered by the bullet (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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18. a) Define the absolute zero of the Kelvin temperature scale. (1 mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(b) The diagram below shows an experiment to investigate the relationship between volume and
temperature of a fixed mass of gas at constant pressure

(i) While stating any measurements to be made, explain how the set up would be used to verify
Charles law. (3marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………......
(iii)On the grid shown in the figure below sketch a graph of volume (cm3) against temperature (0C) for the
experiment above. Clearly mark with the letter T the absolute zero temperature. (1 mark)

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c) A mass of air of volume 750cm3 is heated at constant pressure from 100 C to 1000 C. determine the final
volume of the air. (2marks)

d) The figure below shows a graph of weights of persons entering a lift against the extension of four similar
springs supporting a lift. From the graph determine,

6000

5000

4000

3000

2000

1000

0
0 0.05 0.1 0.15 0.2 0.25 0.3
Externsion,e (m)

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(i) The spring constant of the springs (3marks)

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NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/2
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 6
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2

FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY.

SECTION QUESTION MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S SCORE

A 1-13 25
14 12
15 10
B
16 11
17 12
18 10
TOTAL 80

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Page 1 of 6
SECTION A: (25MARKS)
1. State one property of image formed by a pinhole camera. (1mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
2. Other than density, state another factor that affect the speed of sound in a solid. (1mk)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
3. A radio wave has a frequency of 3MHz and travels with a velocity of 3.0 x10 8 m/s. Calculate its
wavelength. (2mks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
4. Draw a circuit diagram to show P-N junction diode in the reverse biased mode. (2mks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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5. Explain why the walls of studio are padded with woolen materials (1mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
6. (a) Define the term ‘’radioactivity’’ (1mk)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………(b)The figure
below shows a radioactive element placed in an evacuated glass chamber. The element produces
alpha,beta and gamma emissions. The three emission pass through an electric field

Complete the diagram to show the path of each of the emissions. (3mks)

7. Explain why radio waves signals are easier to receive in a place surrounded by hills.
(2mks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...

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8. State two ways of minimizing electrical power losses during transmission of electric power.
(2mks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
9. Give a reason why convex mirror is preferred to a plane mirror for use as a driving
mirror (1mk)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
10. State two ways of minimizing local action in a simple cell. (2mks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
11. The figure below shows a defect of vision being corrected by concave lens placed infront of the eye.

(i) Name the defect. (1mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(ii) Complete the rays to show the effect of the lens. (2mks)
12. State one use of microwaves . (1mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
13. Determine the speed of light in water given that the speed of light in air is 3.0 x 108 m/s and the
refractive index of water is 1.33 (3mks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
SECTION B (55 MARKS) Answer
all questions in this section.

14. (a) State the Ohm’s law (1 mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
b) Give one factor that affect the resistance of a metallic conductor. (1mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
c)The figure below shows three resistors connected to 12V supply of internal resistance
of 0.2Ω.

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Calculate
i) The effective resistance. (3mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

ii) The total current in the circuit. (2 mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(d) (i) Define the term ‘ doping’ (1 mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(ii) Briefly explain how silicon is used to make an p-type semi-conductor. (3 mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(iii)State one application of a diode. (1mk)

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………………………………………………………………………………………………………

15.(a) Why is the cap of the gold leaf electroscope circular? (1mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(b)A match stick is lit near the cap of a charged electroscope.State and explain the observation
made. (2mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(c)State one factor that affects the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor.(1mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(d)A 10µF capacitor is charged to potential difference of 300V and isolated.It is then connected in parallel
to a 5µF capacitor.Calculate:
(i) The resultant potential difference. (3mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(ii)The total energy in the two capacitors after connection. (3mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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16.(a)State the Faraday’s law of electromagnetic induction. (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(b)Give two factors that affect the magnitude of the induced em.f (2mks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(c)A transformer with primary coil of 400 turns and secondary coil 200 turns is connected to 240 V a.c mains.
(i) Calculate the secondary voltage . (2mks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(ii)If the primary current is 3.0 A and secondary is 5.0A.Calculate the efficiency of the transformer
(3mks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(d)State how the following are minimized in a transformer . (2mks)
(i) Hysteresis loss……………………………………….…………………………………………………………………………………
(ii)Eddy currents…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(e) Explain why the alternating voltage is used in a transformer. (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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17(a)Define the term ‘work function’ (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(b)Distinguish between thermionic emission and the photoelectric emission. (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(c)State one factor that determines the velocity of photoelectrons produced on the metal surface when light
shine on it. (1mk)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(d)The threshold wavelength of a photoemissive surface is 5.55x10-7 m.(Take speed of light C=3.0x108
m/s,plancks constant h=6.63 x10-34 Js and mass of an electron Me=9.1x 10-31kg.) Calculate:
(i)Its threshold frequency (3mks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(ii)The workfunction of the surface (3mks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(e)The maximum speed with which a photoelectron is emitted if the frequency of the radiation is 6.2 x10 14 Hz
(3mks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
18.(a) State one similarity between cathode rays and X-rays. (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(b) Give two uses of X-rays in medicine (2mks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(c)In a T.V set magnetic fields are preferred for use as deflection system instead of the electric field. Explain
(1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(d)The figure below represent a cathode ray oscilloscope (C.R.O).

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i)Name the parts labelled A and C (2mks)
A………………………………………… C…………………………………………
ii)What is the function of part labelled D (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(iii)Explain how electrons are produced in the C.R.O. (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(iv) State the reason why the part labelled F has variable potential difference. (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(v)Give a reason why the tube is evacuated. (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Name: ………………………………………………. Adm No…………………….
232/3 Candidate’s Signature: ……………….
PAPER 3
2023. Date: ……………………………………

PHYSICS PRACTICAL
PREDICTION 6
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
(a) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided.
(b) Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided in the question paper.

(c) You are supposed to spend the first 15 minutes of the allowed for this paper reading the
whole paper carefully before commencing the work.
(d) Marks are given for a clear record of the observations actually made, their suitability, accuracy and the
use made of them.
(e) Candidates are advised to record their observation as soon as they are made.
(f) Non programmable silent electronic calculators may be used.
(g) Candidates should check the questions to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that
no question are missing.
(h) Candidates should answer the questions in English.

FOR EXAMINER'S USE ONLY

Question 1 a b(i) b(ii)(I) b(ii)(II) b(ii)(III) b(ii)(V) TOTAL SCORE

b(ii)(IV)

Maximum score 4 1 3 5 2 2 3 20

Candidates score

Question 2 Part A Part B TOTAL SCORE

Maximum score 15 5 20

Candidates score
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1. You are provided with -

Liquid L in a 500ml beaker.
- Two identical cylindrical 100g masses (2with hooks)
- Two pieces of thread (about 15cm long)
- A metre rule
- A knife edge
- A vernier callipers.
Procedure
a) Determine the volume of one of the masses using the apparatus provided, its diameter cm
Height .................................................................................. cm

Volume = .................................................................................m ³ (4 marks)

b) i) Determine the centre of Gravity, 'G' of the metre rule and record it G = ..................... cm (1 mark)

ii) I. Arrange the apparatus as shown in the diagram I, such that X = 5cm from the pivot with the 100g
mass completely immersed in liquid L hang the other 100g mass from the metre rule and adjust its
position until the system is in equilibrium as shown in the diagram below.

Repeat the procedure above for the following values of X and fill the table.

NB: During each experiment ensure that the position of the pivot does not change.

X (cm) 5 10 15 20 25 30

Y (cm)

II. Plot a graph of Y against X. (5 mark

(2 marks)

III. Determine the slope, S, of the graph.

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IV. The slope S is given by the equation.

wx
S=
wy
Where WX is the apparent weight of the mass in a liquid L, and WY is the actual weight. Calculate
the value of WX and the upthrust, U.

WX ...................................................................... N (1 mark)

U ........................................................................ N (1 mark)
V. If mass of the liquid =U . hence determine the density e of the liquid L. (3 marks)
g

Question TWO

Part A
You are provided with the following
- One cell and a cell holder.
- One ammeter (0 → 1A)
- One voltmeter (0 → 3.0V)
- 9 connecting wires
- Four crocodile clips
- One metre long nichrome wire mounted on a scale.

Procedure
a) i) Connect the apparatus as shown in the circuit diagram.

A C B

AB is the nichrome wire mounted on 100cm scale.

NB: leave the crocodile clip next to the cell unconnected. This clip should be disconnected when no
readings are being taken.

ii) Adjust the length AC of the wire to 80cm using the crocodile clip at C.

iii) Connect the crocodile clip next to the cell and record the voltmeter and ammeter reading.
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iv) Repeat the procedure for other lengths AC as shown on the table of value below.

Length AC (cm) 80 70 60 50 40 30

p.d (V)

Current (A)

b) i) Using the grid provided plot graph of p.d. across the cell against the current. (5 marks)

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ii) I. Calculate the slope of the graph. (3 marks)

II. What is the significance of the slope in I above. (1 mark)

iii) I. Determine the intercept of the graph on p.d. axis. (1 mark)

II. What is the significance of intercept value in(iii)(I) above. (1 mark)

Part B
You are provided with the following
- Copper wire of length 30cm
- Test-tube of diameter 1.5cm (ordinary)
- Metre - rule

Procedure
By using the wire provided make 20 closely packed turns around the said ordinary test-tube as shown.

a) Measure the length X = .................................................................... cm (1 mark)

b) Use the result 'X' to determine the thickness (d) of the wire. (1 mark)

c) Given that the volume of the wire V = d 2 L , determine the volume (V) of the wire if L = 50cm.
(3 marks)
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NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/1
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 7
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) This paper has 12 PAGES. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ascertain that all the pages are
printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
viii) Candidates should answer the questions in English. Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2

FOR EXAMINERS USE ONLY

SECTION QUESTION MAXIMUM MARKS CANDIDATE’S SCORE
A 1 - 11 25
B 12 10
13 11
14 10
15 12
16 12

TOTAL 80

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SECTION A (25 MARKS)
1. A spherical ball bearing is held between the anvil and spindle of a micrometer screw gauge. The
reading on the gauge when the jaws are closed without anything in between is 0.11 mm.

What is the diameter of the ball bearing? (2 marks)

2. a) Boiling water is not used for sterilization of clinical thermometer. State the reason for this.
(1 mark)

b) State how the clinical thermometer is sterilized. (1 mark)

3. Between mercury and alcohol, state with a reason, which of the two liquids is used in a thermometer
to measure temperature in areas where temperatures are below
- 40 oc. (2 marks)

4. State what happens to the position of C.O.G of a body in the following states of equilibrium if the
body is slightly pushed.
a) Stable equilibrium. (1mark)

b) Unstable equilibrium. (1mark)

c) Neutral equilibrium. ( 1mark)

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5. Using kinetic theory of matter, distinguish between solids and liquids states of matter in terms of
intermolecular forces and spaces between particles. (2 marks)

6. In a vacuum flask, the walls enclosing the vacuum are silvered on the inside. State the reason for
this. (1 mark)

7. The following data was obtained from an experiment to determine the size of palm oil molecule.
• Volume of 50 drops of palm oil = 1.5 X 10 – 9 m3
• Area of a patch from one drop of the oil. = 8.0 cm2
Determine the size of a palm oil molecule. (3 marks)

8. Explain why it is dangerous for a bus to carry standing passengers. (2 marks)

9. State two factors that affects the spring constant of a spring. (2 marks)

10. Two liquids were sucked up in two identical tubes as shown in the figure below

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Given that the liquid in beaker 2 is water of density 1 g/cm3 determine the density of liquid in beaker 1.
(3 marks)

11. The figure below shows an arrangement to demonstrate diffusion through a porous pot.

The hydrogen gas is supplied for sometimes then stopped and the beaker removed. State and explain
what is likely to be observed when the hydrogen gas supply is stopped.
(3 marks)

SECTION B (55 MARKS)

12. a) State the law of conservation of linear momentum. ( 1 mark)

b) A high jumper usually lands on thick mattress. Explain how the mattress helps in reducing the force
of impact. (1 mark)

c) A bus of mass 2500 kg travelling at a constant velocity of 15 m/s collides with a stationary car of car
of mass 800 kg. The impact takes 0.5 seconds before the two move together at a constant velocity
for 20 seconds.
Calculate;
i) The common velocity after the impact. (3 marks)

ii) The distance moved after the impact. (2 marks)

iii) The impulsive force. (3 marks)

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13. a) A body moving at a constant speed in a circular path is said to be accelerating. Explain.
(1 mark)

b) Define angular displacement. (1 mark)

b) A body of mass 450g tied to s a string of length 60 cm, is moved in a horizontal circle at a constant
speed of 240 revolutions per minute.
Determine;
i) Angular velocity of the body. (2 marks)
ii) Tension in the string. (2 marks)

c) The above body in b) is released and falls to the ground 2.6 m below it.
Calculate;
i) The time it takes to reach the ground. (2 marks)

ii) Maximum horizontal distance it travels from the point of release. (3 marks)

14. a) State Archimedes principle. (1 mark)

b) An object weighs 5.2 N in air, 3.2 N when completely immersed in water and 1.8 N when completely
immersed in an acid.
Calculate;
i) Density of the object. (3 marks)

ii) Density of the acid. (3 marks)

c) The figure below shows a simple hydrometer which is suitable for measuring density of liquids
varying between 0.8 g/cm3 and 1.2g/cm3.

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i) State the purpose of the lead shots in the glass bulb. ( 1 mark)

ii) State how the hydrometer would be made more sensitive. (1 mark)

iii) Indicate on the diagram the mark corresponding to 0.8 g/cm3 and 1.2 g/ cm3.
(1 mark)
15. a) Define the term specific latent heat of fusion. (1 mark)

b) In an experiment to determine the specific latent heat of vaporization of water, steam at 100 oc was
passed into water contained in a well lagged aluminium calorimeter. The following data measurements
were made;
• mass of calorimeter = 100 g
• initial mass of water = 150 g
• initial temperature of water = 18 oc
• final mass of calorimeter + water + condensed steam = 264 g
• final temperature of the mixture = 68 oc
(Specific heat capacity of water = 4200J/kgK and specific heat capacity of aluminium =
400J/kgK)
i) Determine;
I) Mass of the condensed steam. (1 mark)

II) Heat gained by the calorimeter and water. (3 marks)

iii) Given that LV is the specific latent heat of vaporization of steam, determine the value of LV.
(3 marks)

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c) Two similar cans are partly filled with equal quantities of paraffin. Each holds a thermometer, is
covered with a lid and stands on a wooden bench at the same distance from a source of radiant
heat as shown below.

i) Explain why heat from the heater could not have reached the cans by;
I) Conduction. (1 mark)

II) Convection. ( 1 mark)

ii) Explain why there is a difference in the thermometer readings after some time.
(1 mark)

iii) How can the set up in the figure above be adjusted in order to produce the same results?
(1 mark)

16. a) Define velocity ratio of a machine. (1 mark)

b) The effort piston of a hydraulic machine is of radius 2.8 cm, while that of the load piston is of radius
14 cm. the machine raises a load of 120 kg at a constant velocity. If the machine has an efficiency of
80%.
Calculate;
i) The velocity ratio of the hydraulic machine. (2 marks)

ii) The effort needed to raise the load. (3 marks)

c) The figure below shows a hydraulic press that is worked by applying a force of 80 N ta the end
of a lever 28 cm long pivoted at the other end. The smaller piston is 4 cm from the pivot. The
area of the piston A is 2 cm2 and that of B is 10 cm2.

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Determine;
i) The force applied to piston A. (2 marks)

ii) The force exerted on the piston B by the liquid. (2 marks)

iii) The mechanical advantage of the hydraulic press. (2 marks)

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NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/2
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 7
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2

FOR EXAMINER USE ONLY

SECTION A QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORE STUDENT SCORE

A 1 – 12 25
B 13 10
14 12
15 11
16 11
17 11
TOTAL SCORE 80
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SECTION A
1. The diagram below shows two steel pins held at the poles of two magnets.

(i.) State the polarity at P ________________________. (1mk)

(ii.) (i) By what process are the pins magnetised? (1mk)

(ii) State the law illustrated by the two pins (1mk)

2. The figure below shows an object in front of a plane mirror.

Sketch the image of the object using the mirror shown (2mks)

3. The figure below shows an object in front of a concave mirror and its image.

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Locate the position of its principal focus (2mks)

4. State the use of Manganese (Iv) Oxide in dry cell (1mk)

5. The figure below shows conductor carrying current in a magnetic field and the conductor moves in
the direction shown by the arrow.

(i.) Identify polarities X and Y (1mk)

(ii.) State the law used to determine the direction of movement of the conductor (1mk)

6. A man standing between two parallel walls fires a gun. He hears the first echo after 1.5 seconds and
the second echo after 2.5 seconds and the third echo after 4 seconds since firing the gun respectively.
Determine the separation of the walls. (take velocity of sound to be 340m/s (3mks)

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7. A positively charged rod is brought near the cap of a leaf electroscope. The cap is then earthed
momentarily by touching with the finger. Finally the rod is withdrawn. The electroscope is found to
be negatively charged. Explain how this charge is acquired (2mks)

8. A wire is stretched between two fixed points such that when it is plucked, it produces sound. Explain
why the pitch of the sound produced may become lower when the temperature of the surrounding
rises. (2mks).

9. The chart below shows an arrangement of different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum.
RADIO INFRARED VISIBLE A X-RAYS GAMMA
LIGHT RAYS
Name the radiation represented by A. (1mk)

10. State two differences between X - rays and gamma rays in the way in which they are produced
(2mks)

11. (a) A nuclear reaction is represented by the following reaction.

(i.) Determine the values a and b (2mks)

A is _________________________
B is _________________________
(ii.) What is meant by the term work function as used in photo electricity (1mk)

12. An electrostatic generator sets up a current of 20mA in a circuit. Calculate the charge flowing
through the circuit in 15 seconds (2mk

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SECTION B
13. (a) State Ohm’s law (1mk)

(b) The figure below shows a 6v battery connected to an arrangement of resistor.

Determine the current flowing through the 2Ωresistor. (3mks)

(c) The figure below shows an electronic circuit with three capacitors A, B and C of
Capacitance 4𝜇F, 5𝜇F and 3𝜇F respectively connected to a 12v battery.

Determine
(i.) The combined capacitance of the three capacitors. (2mks)

(ii.) The charge of the capacitor A (2mks)

(iii.) The potential difference across capacitor B (2mks)

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14. (a) A vertical object is placed 20cm in front of a convex lens of focal length 5cm.
Determine
(i.) The image distance (2mks)

(ii.) The magnification (2mks)

(b) In an experiment to determine the refractive index of a liquid, the liquid was poured into a
measuring cylinder. A pin was placed at the bottom of the cylinder and another pin was used to
locate the apparent position of the first pin. The real depth and apparent depth were measured
and recorded. The experiment was repeated with other values of real depth. For the tabulated
measurement of real and apparent depths the following graph was drawn.
From the above graph, determine the reflective index of the liquid (3mks)

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(i.) Determine the frequency of the wave (3mks)

(ii.) Given that the velocity of the wave is 20m/s determine its wavelength. (2mks)

15. (a) The figure below shows a magnet being moved towards a stationery solenoid. It is Observed
that the pointers of the galvanometer deflects.

(i.) Give a reason for the deflection of the pointers of the galvanometer (1mk)

(ii.)State two ways that can be used to increase the magnitude of the deflection of the pointer of
the galvanometer (2mks)

(b) The figure below shows a simple electric generator.

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(i.) Name the parts labelled P and Q (2mks)

P is__________________________
R is_________________________
(ii.) The emf generated as the coil rotates is represented in the graph below.

Give a reason for the changes in the emf as the coil rotates from 0 to 90 and 90 to 180. (2mk)

(c) The primary coil of the transformer has 1200 turns and the secondary coil has 60
turns. The transformer is connected to a 240v a.c source
Determine
(i.) The output voltage (2mks)

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(ii.) The output current when the primary coil has a current of 0.5 a. (assume there are no energy
losses) (2mks)

16. (a) State the differences between cathode rays and electromagnetic radiations (2mks)

(b) The figure below shows the main features of a cathode ray oscilloscope (CRO)

(i.) Name the parts labelled M and N (2mks)

M________________________________
N________________________________

(ii.) State how electrons are produced in the tube (1mk)

(iii.) When using CRO to display wave fronts of voltages. State where the following should be
connected
I. Voltage to be displayed on the screen. (1mk)

II. Time base voltage (1mk)

III. State why the tube is highly evacuated (1mk)

(c) An x ray tube operating at 12kv delivers a current of 8 mA per seconds. Calculate the number of
electrons hitting the target per second (Take = 1.6 x 10-19 c) 3mks.

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17. (a) State two ways of minimizing power losses during the transmission of electric Power (2mks)

(b) An electronic cooker is rated 2.5kw, 250v. state the meaning of these values (1mk)

(c) A consumer has the following appliances in the house

Electronic iron rated 1500v
A water heater rated 500w
An electric cooker rated 2500w
Three bulbs each rated 60w
The house is filled with 12A fuse.
Determine the resistance of the heating element used in the electric cooker (3mks)

(d) State how heating is achieved in a resistance wire (1mk)

(e) The lighting in a house has 20 lamps each rated 60w, 240 v. determine the rating of the fuse that
maybe used in the circuit. (4mks)

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Name: ………………………………………………. Adm No…………………….
232/3 Candidate’s Signature: ……………….
PAPER 3
2023. Date: ……………………………………
2 hours

PHYSICS PRACTICAL
PREDICTION 7
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
(a) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided.
(b) Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided in the question paper.
(c) You are supposed to spend the first 15 minutes of the 2 ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑠 allowed for this paper reading the whole
paper carefully before commencing the work.
(d) Marks are given for a clear record of the observations actually made, their suitability, accuracy and the use
made of them.
(e) Candidates are advised to record their observation as soon as they are made.
(f) Non programmable silent electronic calculators may be used.
(g) Candidates should check the questions to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that no
question are missing.
(h) Candidates should answer the questions in English.

FOR EXAMINERS’ USE ONLY:

QUESTION MAXIMUM CANDIDATE
SCORE SCORE

1 20

2 20

TOTAL SCORE 40

CONTACT:
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Page 1 of 9
QUESTION 1

1 You are provided with the following.

- A new size D dry cell 1.5V in a cell holder

- A voltmeter (Range 0 – 2.5V or 0 – 3.0V)

- An ammeter (Range 0 – 1.0A)

- A Constantine wire, W, mounted on a millimeter scale on a wooden plank

- 7 connecting wires with at least one with a crocodile clip at one end

- A micrometer screw gauge (to be shared)

- A switch
Proceed as follows:
(a)( i) Measure the thickness, t, in meters of the wire, W,

t = __________________________________ (1mark)
(ii) Connect the circuit as shown in the diagram below.
NB: Ensure the circuit is complete before commencing the experiment. The switch K should control
both circuits.

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(b) Starting with the crocodile clip, J, at L = 200mm from A, close the switch K and record the
voltmeter reading V and the corresponding ammeter reading I.

(i) Voltmeter reading, V = ____________________________ (1mark)

(ii) Ammeter reading, I = ____________________________ (1mark)

NOTE
Open the switch, K, when not taking the readings
(c) (i) Repeat the procedure in (b) above for values of (L= 300, 400, 500, 600 and 800mm.

(ii) Record your results in the table below (5 marks)

Length (AJ) L(mm) 200 300 400 500 600 700
Voltmeter reading V(V)
Ammeter reading, I(A)
V
/I

(d) Plot a graph of the voltmeter reading, V/I, (vertical axis) against Length L (m). (5marks)

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(e) From your graph;

(i) Determine the slope, S, (3marks)

(g) Now connect the voltmeter across the wire, W, to enable you obtain a potential drop across any part of
length, AJ, of the wire, W
(i) Using the length, AJ, = L = 550mm, close the switch and then read the voltmeter and corresponding ammeter
readings.

Voltmeter reading, V = _____________________________V (1 mark)

Ammeter reading, I = ______________________________ A (1 Mark)

(j) Calculate the value of P from

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P=0.785 Vt 2

Where L, V, t and I are quantities obtained in their SI units. (2marks)

QUESTION 2 PART A

You are provided with the following

• Rectangular glass block

• Five optical pins
• Half meter Rule
• Soft board
• Two sheets of Plain papers
• Plane mirror
• Cello tape
• Vernier calipers (to be shared)
• Four Thumb tacks or office pins

(e) Set up the apparatus as shown in figure below

Plane mirror
K

b
Y Glass block

P3
i P2
P4
P1
Eye
N

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Proceed as follows
a)(i) Using the vernier calipers provided, measure and record the breadth b of the glass block

b=__________________________cm (1 mark)
(ii) Trace the outline of the glass block on the plain sheet of paper (mounted on the soft board using office
pins or thumb tacks). Using cello tape, fix the mirror on one side along the length of the glass block.
(iii) Draw the normal NK on the plane paper along the outline as shown in the diagram and measure angle
i=20o from the normal

(iv) Draw the line representing the incident ray and fix pins P1 and P2 as shown in the figure
(v) By observing the images of the pins P1 and P2, fix P3 and P4 such that they appear to be in a straight line
with the images of P1 and P2 as seen in the glass block .
(vi) Join the points P3 and P4 and extend them to intersect line P1 P2 produced. Measure the perpendicular
distance Y
(vii) Repeat steps (iii to vi) for different values of i given and record your values in the table below
2mks
io 20 25 30 35
Y(cm)

(viii) Determine the average of the values of Y (2 marks)

b
(ix) Determine the values of constant k given that k = (2marks)
Y

b) Measure the length, l, of the glass block using a half meter rule

l = ...................................................... cm (1 mark)

c) Place the glass block on the second plain sheet of paper (mounted on the soft board using office pins or
thumb tacks) and trace its outline.
d) Fix a pin P1 firmly at the middle of one end of the glass block as shown in figure below.

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P3
P2

I
P1

P4
P5 X

e)With your eye at the opposite end of the block, place pins P2 and P3 so that they are in line with the image I of
pin P1 as shown in the figure above. Similarly locate the image I using pins P4 and P5.

f) Remove the glass block and produce P3P2 and P5P4 to their point of interaction.
g) (i) Measure the distance, x, as shown in figure above using a half meter rule
x = ..................................................cm (1 mark)

(ii) Determine the constant q given that

q=l/x (2 marks)

iii) how does q compare with k in question a part ( ix) above (1/2 mark)

(iv) What does constant k and q represent? (1/2 mark)

QUESTION 2 PART B
You are provided with the following:

• a boiling tube
• a measuring cylinders
• a half metre rule
• water in a container
• a stand complete with boss and clamp
• vernier callipers (may be shared) Proceed as follows:

a) Using the vernier callipers measure the internal diameter, d, of the boiling tube.

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(i) d = ........................................................ cm. (1 mark)

(ii) Calculate the cross-sectional A area of the boiling tube (2mks)

b) i) Clamp the boiling tube vertically as shown in the figure below.

ii) Using the measuring cylinder pour 15cm3 of water into the boiling tube. Measure and record in the table 1
the height h, of water in the boiling tube.

iii) Repeat the procedure in b(ii) for other volumes of water, V, shown in the table.
Volume, V, of water Height, h, of water Ah
(cm³) (cm)

(3 marks)

iv) Given that the volume of the liquid is V and height of the liquid is h, write an expression relating the
volume, the height, and the area A of the boiling tube as indicated by the values in the table above
(2 marks)

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NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/1
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 8
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided above.
ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided above
iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B.
iv) Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces provided.
v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) This paper has 12 PAGES. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ascertain that all the pages are
printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
viii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2
EXAMINER'S USE ONLY

SECTION QUESTION MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATES SCORE

A 1 - 13 25

14
B
15

TOTAL SCORE 80

CONTACT:
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SECTION A (25 marks)
Answer ALL the questions in the spaces provided.

1. A density bottle was used to measure the density of liquid L and the following were the
measurements taken
- Mass of empty bottle = 26g
- Mass of bottle filled with alcohol (of density 800kig/m³) = 66g
- Mass of bottle filled with liquid L - 86g
Find the density of liquid L. (3 marks)

...................................................................................................................................................................

2. A Spring extends by 0.7cm when a mass of 420g is hang on it on earth. By what length would the
spring extend if the same set up was taken to the moon where the gravitational intensity is one-sixth
of that one earth.
Take gravitational field intensity on surface of Earth g, 10N/kg (3 marks)

...................................................................................................................................................................

3. A candle is lit and placed on a level bench. State and explain the changes in the stability on the candle
as it continues to burn. (2 marks)

...................................................................................................................................................................

4. Two table tennis balls are at the same level while suspended from threads a short distance apart. A
steam of air is blown between the balls in a horizontal direction. State and explain the observation
made. (2 marks)

...................................................................................................................................................................

5. A car of mass 800kg moves on a circular track of radius 20m. The force of friction between the tyres
and the tarmac is 4800N. Determine the maximum speed at which the car can be driven on the track
without skidding. (3 marks)

...................................................................................................................................................................

6. The diagram below shows a rectangular wire with loose thread tied in it and dipped in a soap solution
to form a film.
Wire

Thread

Y x

Fig 1.0

Soap film

Draw a diagram showing what will be observed when the film is broken at points X and Y. (1 mark)

7. Explain why a glass container with thick glass walls is more likely to crack than one with a thin wall
when very hot liquid is poured on to them. (2 marks)

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8. On the axes provided in the figure 2.0 below. Sketch a graph of velocity (V) against time (t) for
uniformly accelerated motion given that when t = 0, V is greater than zero. (1 mark)
V
(m/s)

Fig 2.0

t(s)

9. A uniform rod of length 4m and mass of 4kg is pivoted at 3.6m mark. The rod is held horizontal with
a vertical rope at the 4m mark, as shown in the figure 3.0 below.

0m 3.6m 4m

Fig 3.0
rope
Tension.T

Calculate the tension, T in the rope (Take g = 10N/kg) (3 marks)

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10. When graphite particles are suspended in water and observed through a microscope, they are seen to
move in a random motion. Explain. (1 mark)

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11. Explain why a glass of water cools more when ice at 0°C is added to it than when equal mass of
water
at 0°C is added to it. (1 mark)

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12. Explain why it is necessary to add a little flour to the water when boiling it to cook ugali. (1 mark)
...................................................................................................................................................................

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13. A plane is inclined against a wall as shown in the figure 4.0 below.

60°
Fig 4.0 Wall Inclined plane

Calculate the Velocity Ratio of the inclined plane. (2 marks)

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14. a) Explain why it is advisable to use a pressure cooker for cooking at high altitudes. (2 marks)

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b) Water of mass 6kg initially at 25°C is heated in an electric kettle rated 6.0Kw. The water is
heated until it boils at 100°C. (Take specific heat capacity of water 4200Jkg-1k-1, heat capacity of the
kettle 450J/k, specific latent heat of vaporisation of water = 2.3 × 106 J/kg)

Determine
i) Heat absorbed by the water. (2 marks)

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15. A student performed an experiment to study the relationship between pressure and volume of a gas
enclosed in a vessel. Temperature was kept constant throughout the experiment. The results obtained
were plotted and the graph below obtained.

6
Fig 5.0
4

2 4 6 8 10 -3
Volume (1/v) cm

a) State the law of the student was investigating. (1 mark)

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b) Given that p = R use your graph to obtain R. (3 marks)

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Determine:

i) the velocity of the target and the arrow just after collision. (2 marks)

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16.a) State the law of floatation. (1 mark)

i) What is the downward force on the top of the block? (3 marks)

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c) A block of glass of mass 0.25kg floats in mercury of density 1.36 × 104kg/m³. What volume of the
glass lies under the surface of mercury? (3 marks)
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d) The weight of cube in air is 0.25N. When immersed in water, it weighs 0.44N and when in oil weighs
0.46N. Calculate the relative density of the oil. (3 marks)
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17.a) State Newton's first law of motion. (1 mark)

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i) The minimum stopping distance. (3 marks)

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18.a) The figure 6.0 below represents a hydraulic brake.

A force of 20N is applied on the foot pedal connected to a piston of area 0.0005m² and this causes a
stopping force of 5000N. Calculate

i) The pressure in the master cylinder. (3 marks)

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Name ……………………………………………..……… Index ……………………………..
Student’s Signature……………………….…………. Date…………………………………
SMARTFOCUS LATEST PREDICTIONS 2023
PREDICTION 8
232/2
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS
INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATES

• Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above.
• Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided.
• This paper consists of two sections, A and B.
• Answer all the questions in section A and B in the spaces provided.
• All workings must be clearly shown.
• Mathematical table and silent non programmable electronic calculators may be used.
• Candidates should answer the questions in English.

For Examiner’s Use Only

SECTION QUESTION MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S SCORE
A 1 – 10 25

11 10

B 12 11

13 08

14 07

15 09

16 10
TOTAL SCORE 80

CONTACT:
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ascertain that all pages are printed as indicated. And that no
questions are missing

SECTION A( 25 MKS)

1. One defect in simple cells is local action. State a ways in which it can be minimized apart from
use of pure zinc electrode. (1 marks)
……………………………………………….………………………………………………………

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2. The figure 1 below shows the path of light passing through a rectangular block of perpex, placed
in air.

FIG.1

Calculate the refractive index of the Perspex. (2 marks)

3. A wire of length 1.5m offers resistance of 6.5Ω to the flow of current through it. If the cross
section area is 5.0×10-6m2.calculate the resistivity of the material. (2mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………
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4. The figure 2 below shows parts of a simple electric motor.

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(a) Show the direction of the forces F acting on sides QR of the coil. (1mk)

(b) State the function of the devices; (2mks)

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(i) A

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(ii) B

…………………………………………………………………………………………

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5. i) Arrange the following waves in order of decreasing wavelength; infrared, X-rays, microwaves
and visible light (1mk)

ii) State one application of visible light. (1mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………

ii) An electromagnetic radiation whose wavelength is greater than that of microwaves has a
wavelength of 306.1224 m. Take speed of light in air, c = 3 x10 8 m/s. Calculate its frequency.
(2marks)
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6. You are provided with two rods, a conductor and an insulator. Describe how you would use a
charged gold-leaf electroscope to distinguish between the insulator and a conductor.
(2 marks)
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7. A pin-hole camera of length 10 cm is placed 0.5m away from a goalpost. A sharp image of the
goalpost 15 cm high is formed on the screen. Determine the height of the goalpost.
( 2 marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
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…………………………………………………………………………………………………

8. Figure 3 below shows a bar magnet attracting steel pin as shown

Figure 3 N

S
Steel pin

X Y

State and explain what would happen when a North pole of a bar magnet is brought near the
tips of steel pin X and Y. (2marks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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9. Determine the equivalent resistance between P and Q for the following resistors shown in
Figure 4. (2marks)

Figure 4 30Ω
PQ 19Ω
70Ω

………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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10. Explain how temperature affects the speed of sound is gases (1 mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
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11. Three identical lamps X, Y, Z are connected as in figure 5. The E.m.f applied in the circuit 3.0
volts
Figure 5.
x
Switch.

(i) State which lamp is brightest when circuit is closed? (1 mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………

(ii) Explain your answer in part (i) above. (2marks)

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SECTION B (55 MARKS)

11. a) State what is meant by absolute refractive index of a medium. (1 mark

b) I. The speed of light in diamond is 1.24 x 108 m/s. Calculate the refractive index of diamond
given the velocity of light in air is 3 x 108m/s. (2 marks

II). Light is seen at an angle Ɵ2=300 when an underwater source illuminates a swimming pool
viewed from above a horizontal distance d = 2m as shown in the figure.
Calculate the depth (h) of the swimming pool (Refractive index of water n =1.333)
(3 marks
FIG. 6

A student connected a circuit as shown in figure 7 below hoping to produce a rectified out put

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D1
Fig 7

a.c
T
output
D2 R
B

(a) Sketch the graph of the output on the CRO screen (1mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(b) Explain how the output above is produced (2mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(c) Name other one uses of a junction diode (1mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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12. The figure 8 below shows the parts and circuit of a model X-ray tube.

FIG. 8

(a) Name the part labeled Q (1 marks)

(b) State the suitable material for use in Q and give a reason for your answer (2marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………
(c) State the function of part R (1 marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………

(d) Describe how electrons, hence X-rays, are produced in the tube (2 marks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(e) Explain why the glass tube is evacuated (2 marks)

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(f) What property of lead makes suitable material for shielding (1 mark)

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(g) State how the following changes affect the nature of X-rays produced
(I) Increasing in potential across MN (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
(II) Increasing the filament current (1 mark)

13. (a)The figure 9 below show the displacement time graph of a wave traveling at 400cm/s.

FIG. 9

Determine for the wave the:

(i) Amplitude (1mk)

……………………………………………………………………………………

(ii) Period (1mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………
…….………………………………………………………………………………………

(iii) Frequency (2mks)

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…….…………………………………………………………………………………

(iv) Wavelength (2 mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………
…….………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………

(b)The human ear can distinguish two sounds as separate only if they reach it at least 0.1s apart.
How far from a wall must an observer be in order to hear an echo when he shouts? (Speed
of sound in air = 330ms-1) (2mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………
…….………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………

14. The figure 10 below represents a cathode ray oscilloscope (C.R.O)

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i) On which part is the time -base connected (1mk)

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((b) i) Distinguish between cathode rays and light rays (2mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(ii) State the function of A (1mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(iii)An alternating p.d is applied across the Y-plates. State what is the effect on the Position of the
spot on the screen? (1 mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………

v)The tube of the CRO is coated with graphite. State two functions of the graphite coating
(2 mks)
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15. (a)State one difference between a concave lens and a convex mirror (1 mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………
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(b) A lens forms a focused image on a screen when the distance between the object and the
lens is 100cm. The size of the image is twice that of the object.

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(i) What kind of lens was used? Give a reason (2mks)

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(ii) Determine the distance of the image from the lens (2mks)

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(iii) Determine the power of the lens (2 mks)

c) Using appropriate rays, show how long sightedness in human eye can be corrected. ( 2 mks)

16. a) The following is part of radioactive decay series.

234 ß Bi aα X230 Y
83 84 b

Determine the value of a and b (2marks)

a ……………………………….. b ……………………………….

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b The half – life of cobalt – 60 is 5years. How long will a sample take for the
activity to decrease to 1/16 of its original value. (3mks)

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c) The graph below shows radioactive decay of iodine.

Use the graph to determine the:-

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(i) fraction of the amount remaining after 16.2 days. (2mks)

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(ii) Determine the half – life of iodine. (2mks)

(iii) Mass remaining after 20.3 days. (1mk)

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Name: ………………………………………………. Adm No…………………….
232/3 Candidate’s Signature: ……………….
PAPER 3
2023. Date: ……………………………………
2 hours

PHYSICS PRACTICAL
PREDICTION 8
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
(a) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided.
(b) Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided in the question paper.
(c) You are supposed to spend the first 15 minutes of the 2 ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑠 allowed for this paper reading the whole
paper carefully before commencing the work.
(d) Marks are given for a clear record of the observations actually made, their suitability, accuracy and the use
made of them.
(e) Candidates are advised to record their observation as soon as they are made.
(f) Non programmable silent electronic calculators may be used.
(g) Candidates should check the questions to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that no
question are missing.
(h) Candidates should answer the questions in English.

For Examiners Use

QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S
SCORE

1 18

2 22

TOTAL 40

CONTACT:
WhatsApp/Call or Text: 0737 065061 FOR ANSWERS

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1. QUESTION 1
You are provided with the following apparatus
• Ammeter
• A voltmeter
• A wire mounted on a millimeter scale
• A switch
• A new dry cell
• A micrometer screw gauge
• 6 Connecting wires
• A jockey

Proceed as follows
a) Measure the diameter d of the mounted wire at three different points d1=
____________________________________ mm
d2=____________________________________ mm (½mk)
d3=____________________________________ mm
Average d = ____________________________________ mm (½mk)
b) Set up the apparatus as shown in the circuit diagram.

Close the switch and tap the mounted wire with jockey as shown in the circuit. Ensure that both meters
show positive deflection, open the switch.
c) Tap the wire at L= 20cm, close the switch, read and record in the table the ammeter and voltmeter
reading.

d) Repeat the procedure in (c) for other values of L shown in the table and complete the table.

L(m) V(Volts) I(A) R=V/I

0.2
2
0.3
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
(6mks)
e) Plot a graph of R against L (m). (5mks)

f) Determine the slope of the graph. (3mks)

3
𝐿
g) Given that R= p where A is the cross-sectional area of the wire and p is a constant for the material
𝐴
of the wire, determine the value of the constant p. (3mks)
2. QUESTION 2 Part 1
You are provided with the following;
• A spiral spring
• A complete stand
• 7 masses of 20g each
• A stop watch
• 2 small pieces of wood for clamping

Proceed as follows
a) Clamp the spiral spring so as to hang from the clamp as shown in the figure below

b) Hang a 40g mass from the spring and displace the mass slightly downwards so that it executes
vertical oscillations as shown

c) Measure and record in the table the time for 10 oscillations.

d) Determine the periodic time T in the table.

e) Repeat the experiment for other values of mass m shown in the table. Complete the table below.

4
Mass (m)g 40 60 80 100 120 140
Mass m (kg)
Time for 10 osc(s)
Period T(s)
T2 (s2)

(6mks)

f) Plot a graph of T2 (s2) against mass m(kg). (5mks)

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g) Determine the slope of the graph. (2mks)

h) Given that the equation of the graph is T2=𝟒𝝅𝟐𝒎

𝒘
Determine the value of w. (3mks)

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Part II
You are provided with a glass block, 4 optical pins, a soft board, one plain paper.

a) Place the rectangular glass block on a sheet of paper fixed on the soft board with one of its longest
face uppermost. Mark the outline ABCD as shown in the figure. Remove the glass block and draw a
line EF to represent a ray of light making an angle of incidence i=300 with the longest side BC of the
block.

b) Stand pins p1and p2 on this line as far as possible. Replace the block and mark the emergent ray by
looking into the side AD of the block and placing pins p3 and p4 in line with images of p1 and p2 as
seen through the glass block. Remove the block and the pins and draw ray EFGH as shown in the
figure below.

a) Draw the normal at G as shown.

b) Measure angle B (1mk)

B = ……………………………………………………………

𝒔𝒊𝒏 𝟑𝟎𝟎
c) Given that k=
𝐬𝐢𝐧 𝑩
Calculate the value of k. (2mks)

d) The main paper used should be handed over together with this paper (correct use made of the plain
paper) (1mk)

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NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/1
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 9
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) This paper has 12 PAGES. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ascertain that all the pages are
printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
viii) Candidates should answer the questions in English. Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2 FOR EXAMINER’S
USE ONLY:
SECTION QUESTION MAXIMUM STUDENT’S
SCORE SCORE

A 1-12 25

B 13 13

14 10

15 13

16 10

17 09

TOTAL SCORE 80

CONTACT:
WhatsApp/Call or Text: 0737 065061 FOR ANSWERS
SECTION A (25 MARKS)

1. State the procedure followed when using a metre rule (3mks)

Stable

Unstable

Neutral

5. A model toy boat of cross-sectional area 1000 cm2 floats in fresh water. If the boat sinks 6cm as a result
of loading, calculate the load on the boat. Given that the density of water is 1g/cm3
(3mks)

6. The type of the material is one factor which affects spring constant. State other two factors.
(2mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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………………………………………………

7. Water with negligible viscosity flows steadily through a horizontal pipe of varying cross-sectional area.
At a point A of area 10cm2, the velocity is 0.2m/s. Calculate the pressure difference between A and B. If
the area at B is 2.5cm2 and density of water is 1000kg/m3.
(3mks)
8. State the principle of moments. (1mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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9. Draw a sketch of displacement time graph for a body moving with decreasing velocity.
(2mks)

10. Define the term velocity ratio as used in machines. (1mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………

11. The diagram below shows a block being dragged on a horizontal floor. If the coefficient of kinetic
friction is 0.40, determine force F required to move the box at uniform speed.
(3mks)
50kg F

12. State the part of the vacuum flask which minimizes heat loss by (2mks)

i. Radiation
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………
ii. Conduction
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SECTION B (55 MARKS)

13. a) Define pressure and state its SI unit (2mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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………………………………………………………………

b) Show that the pressure exerted by a fluid is given by the formula. P = hρg. Where h is the height of
the fluid, ρ is the density of the fluid and g is the acceleration due to gravity.
(3mks)

c) The figure below shows a U-tube manometer containing air, mercury and water. Calculate the
pressure exerted on the trapped air. (Take atmospheric pressure to be 1.05 x 105 pa, density of
mercury and water to be 13600kg/m3 and 1000kg/m3 respectively). (3mks)

d) Explain why a girl wearing high heeled shoes makes deeper marks while walking on a soft ground
than when wearing toughees shoes. (2mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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e) The barometric height at the base of a mountain is 70cmHg. If the mountain is 435.2m high,
determine the reading of the mercury barometer at the top of the mountain. Take density of mercury
as 13600kg/m3 and that of air as 1.25kg/m3. (3mks)
14. (a) State Pressure Law (1mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………

(b) The following diagram shows a set-up of apparatus used to verify Charles Law.

(i) Give the name of part labelled X (1mk)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………

(ii) State the component of X (1mk)

(iii) State two functions of the part named in (i) above? (2mks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………

(iv) Briefly explain how the set up above is used to verify Charles Law (3mks)
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(c) A certain mass of hydrogen gas occupies a volume of 1.6m3 at a pressure of 1.5x105Pa and a temperature of
120c. Determine the volume when the temperature is 00c at a pressure of 1.0x103Pa.
(2mks)

15. a) Define the term angular velocity. (1mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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………………………………………………

b) The diagram below show a stone of mass 500g moving in a vertical circular path of radius 50cm
centre O. It is whirled with a frequency of 2 cycles per second.

r
D 0 B Stone

String
i) Calculate C
I. Its linear velocity (2mks)

II. Tension at A. (3mks)

III. Tension at B. (2mks)

IV. Tension at C. (3mks)

ii) At what point is the string likely to break? (1mk)
……………………………………………………………………………………………....

iii) Indicate the direction of centripetal force on the diagram. (1mk)

16. a) Define the term specific heat capacity. (1mk)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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………………………………………………………………

b) State two precautions to be taken when carrying out the experiment to determine specific heat
capacity of solid by electrical method. (2mks)
c) A copper calorimeter of mass 0.12kg contains 0.1kg of kerosene at 15°C. If 56g of aluminium at
80°C is transferred into the liquid and the final temperature of the mixture is 27°C. (Taking heat loss
to be negligible, specific heat capacity of aluminium is 900J/kgK and copper 400J/kgK). Determine:
i. Heat absorbed by kerosene and calorimeter. (3mks)

ii. Heat lost by aluminium (2mks)

iii. The specific heat capacity of kerosene. (2mks)

17. a) i. Define the term diffusion (1mk)

ii) State two factors affecting the rate of diffusion in gases. (2mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

iii) Compare liquids and gases in terms of intermolecular forces (1mk)

b) i. The diagram below shows a bimetallic strip at room temperature. Draw the strip when temperatures
are lowered below room temperature. Given that B has a higher linear expansivity than A.
(1mk)
A

B
ii) Explain your
answer in b(i) above. (1mk)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

iii) The diagram below shows two glass tumblers filled with boiling water at the same time. State
and explain the observation. (3mks)

Hot liquid

B
A
NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/2
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS
PREDICTION 9

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2

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SECTION QUESTIONS SCORE CANDIDATE’S SCORE

A 1-12 25

B 13 12

14 11

15 14

16 11

17 07

TOTAL 80

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SECTION A (25MARKS)
1 The figure below shows an incident ray between two plane mirrors placed parallel to each other.
Determine the angle of reflection on M2. (2marks)

2 State one application of electrostatic charges (1mark)

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3 The figure below shows an electric circuit. Bulbs B1, B2 and B3 are identical bulbs and S1, S2 and
S3 switches.

State and explain the observation that will be made when all the switches are closed (3marks)
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4 The figure below shows a method of magnetisation

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(i) Sketch on the axes below a graph to show how the strength of a magnet being created varies
with the number of strokes (1mark)

(ii)Hence explain the shape of your graph above in (i) (1mark)

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5 The figure below shows a conductor carrying current placed in a magnetic field

(i) Show the resulting magnetic field pattern (1mark)

(ii) On the diagram, show the direction of force (1mark)
(iii) State the rule used to determine the direction in (ii) above (1mark)

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6 Name the type of curved mirror which is applied in:
(i) Barber shops (1mark)
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(ii) Car headlights (1mark)
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7 An echo sounder in a ship produces sound waves of frequency 25 kHz. An echo is received from
sea bed after 0.5 seconds. If the velocity of sound in water is 1400 m/s, determine the depth of the
sea (2mark)
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8(a) State the reason why:
(i) The bulb filament is made of tungsten (1mark)
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(ii) The glass envelope of the bulb is filled with nitrogen and argon gas (1mark)
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9.(a) Arrange the following waves in order of increasing wavelength
Gamma rays, radio waves, infrared, UV and X-rays (1mark)
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(b) State one application of infrared rays (1mark)
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10 A transformer in a welding machine supplies 6V from a 240V main supply. If the current used in
the welding is 30A, determine the current in the mains. (Assume the transformer is 100%
efficient) (2marks)
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11 The figure below shows straight wavefronts approaching a straight barrier. Complete the
wavefronts to show how the wave moves after striking the barrier.
(2marks)

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12(i) State what is meant by accommodation as applied to human eye (1mark)
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(ii) The figure shows an object O placed near an eye which has long sightedness defect.

On the same figure show how the rays move after the lens to form an image (1mark)
SECTION B (MARKS)
13(a) Define the term critical angle as applied in prisims (1mark)
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(b) The figure below shows a ray of light incident on the face of a cube made of glass of refractive
index 1.50

Determine
(i) The angle r
(3marks)
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(ii) The critical angle for the glass air interface (3marks)
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(c) The figure below shows a ray of light incident on a glass prism. Given that the critical angle for
the glass is 390, sketch on the diagram the path of the ray through the prism. (2marks)

(d) The figure below shows a tall jar containing some liquid at a depth of 20cm.

When the bottom of the beaker is viewed vertically above the liquid surface, it appears 11cm from
the bottom. Determine the refractive index of the liquid (3marks)
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14(a) State two ways through which the magnitude of induced current can be increased in an A.C
generator (2marks)
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(b) The figure below shows a circuit comprising of the resistors 3Ω, 5Ω and 10Ω and coil P. Another
coil Q connected to a galvanometer G is placed near coil P. Two coils have negligible resistance.

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(i) Explain the observation made on the galvanometer when switch S1 is closed
(4marks)

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(ii) State the observation when the switch S1is then opened (1mark)
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(iii) Determine the ammeter reading when
(I) S2 is opened and S1 is closed (1mark)
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(II) Both switches are closed (3marks)
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15(a)(i) Define capacitance of a capacitor (1mark)
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(ii) State two factors that affect the capacitance of a capacitor (2marks)
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(b)(i) Three capacitors are arranged as shown below

Determine the capacitance of X if the effective capacitance of the combination is 1.8µF (3marks)
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(ii) Determine the
(I) Charge stored in 2µF capacitor
(2marks)
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(II) P.d across 4µF capacitor
(2marks)
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(iii) Sketch a simple circuit diagram that contains a capacitor, a two way switch and a load resistor that
can be used for charging and discharging a capacitor (3marks)

(iv) Sketch a graph of current against time for discharging a capacitor (1mark)

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16(a) A lens forms a focused image on a screen when the distance between the object and the lens is
100cm. The size of the image is 3times that of the objet
(i) What type of lens was used (1mark)
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(ii) Determine the focal length of the lens
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(iii) Determine the power of the lens (2marks)
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(b) The figure below shows an image formed by diverging lens

Construct a ray diagram to locate the object (2marks)

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Explain how the set-up can be used to determine the focal length of the lens (3marks)
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17(a) The figure below shows a displacement-time graph for a wave. On the same axes, sketch a graph
for a wave with half the amplitude and twice the frequency to the one shown. Show at least one
complete wave. (2marks)

(b) The figure below shows two rays of monochromatic light incident on the adjacent slits S1 and S2

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(i) Explain how the dark and bright fringes are formed
(2marks)
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(ii) Explain what happens when white light is used (1mark)
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(c) The figure below shows a water wave moving from region A to region B

Giving a reason identify the region where the wave is moving faster (2marks)
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Name: ………………………………………………. Adm No…………………….
232/3 Candidate’s Signature: ……………….
PAPER 3
2023. Date: ……………………………………
2 hours

PHYSICS PRACTICAL
PREDICTION 9
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
(a) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided.
(b) Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided in the question paper.
(c) You are supposed to spend the first 15 minutes of the 2 ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑠 allowed for this paper reading the whole
paper carefully before commencing the work.
(d) Marks are given for a clear record of the observations actually made, their suitability, accuracy and the use
made of them.
(e) Candidates are advised to record their observation as soon as they are made.
(f) Non programmable silent electronic calculators may be used.
(g) Candidates should check the questions to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that no
question are missing.
(h) Candidates should answer the questions in English.

QUESTION 1 a d e f g h k TOTAL

Maximum score ½ 1½ 1 3½ 2 6½ 5 20

Candidates score

QUESTION 2 c d e f i j k l TOTAL

Maximum score 2 2 1 2 4 5 2 2 20
Candidates score

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QUESTION 1
PART A
You are provided with the following:
-A watch glass
-A piece of plasticine
-A marble
-A Stopwatch
-An electronic balance (to be shared)
- Vernier calipers (to be shared) -
Geometrical set
Proceed as follows:
(a) Measure the mass, m of the marble.
m = …………………………g (1/2mark)
b) Place the watch glass on the table. Cut the plasticine into two pieces and use them to hold the watch glass
firmly on the table as shown in Figure 1.
c). Release the marble from one end of the watch glass and time 5 complete oscillation with the stopwatch.
Repeat this one more time.

Figure 1

d) Record your values in the Table 1 (11/2 marks)

Attempt Time for 5 oscillations Periodic time, T(s)
(seconds)
1st
2nd
Table 1
e) Find the average periodic time T (1mark)

f) (i)Measure the diameter of the marble with the Vernier calipers, hence find its radius
Diameter, d = ………………… (1mark)

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Radius, r = …………………….m (1/2mark)

(ii)Determine the volume of the marble given that V=πr3 where π=3.142 (1mark)

2
𝑔𝑇
(iii)Calculate the radius of the curvature of the watch glass R from the formula R - r = 7(2𝜋)2
Where g=10m/s2 and π=3.142 (1mark)

PART B
You are provided with the following:
• A glass prism
• A plain sheet of paper
• A soft board
• 4 optical pins
• 2 Thumb tacks

Proceed as follows:
g) (i)Firmly fix the plain sheet of paper on the soft board using the thumb tacks and place the prism at the centre
of the paper. Trace the outline of the prism using a pencil.
(ii)Remove the prism from the outline and label the vertices of the outline L, M and N as shown in Figure 2

Measure Angle LMN and length, Ɩ using a ruler

Angle LMN = ……………………… (1mark)
Length, Ɩ = ………………………… Figure 2 (1mark)

iii) On the side ML mark a point and draw the normal at that point. Measure an angle T, 60° from the line LM
and draw a line along this angle as shown in Figure 3.

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Figure 3

iv). Replace the prism on the outline and fix pins P1 and P2 on the 60° line at a distance of 3cm from each other.
View the images of the pins P1 and P2 through side MN and fix P3 and P4 so that they appear to be on straight
line with the images of P1 and P2.
v). Remove the prism and the pins and draw a line to pass through the holes made by pins P3 and P4. Extend the
line into the outline as shown in figure 3 above. Also extend the 60° line so that the two lines cross each other at
point O. Determine angle D and record it in the Table 2
h). (i)Repeat the procedure and complete the Table 2 (2 1/2marks)

Table 2
(ii) Determine the average value Dm of D (1mark)

iii) Determine the constant k for the glass prism from the formula (2marks)

iv) State the significance of k (1mark)

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PART C
You are provided with the following:
• A lens holder
• Convex lens
• A candle
• A white screen
• A metre rule Proceed as follows:
i) Set up the apparatus as shown in Figure 4

Figure 4

(j) Starting with u = 30 cm, adjust the position of the screen to obtain a sharp image of the candle flame. Record
the value of v in Table 3.

(k)(i) Repeat the procedure in (i) for u = 30 cm. Complete Table 3 (3marks)
u (cm) v (cm) 𝑣
m=
𝑢
30
50
Table 3
𝑣
(ii) Given that the focal length f of the lens satisfies the equation f = , determine the average value of the
𝑚+1
focal length, f. (2 marks)

QUESTION 2
You are provided with the following: -
An ammeter (0 – 1 A)
- A voltmeter (0 – 3 V or 0 – 5 V)
- A variable resistor
- A 10Ω carbon resistor
- A piece of resistance wire
- Two new dry cells

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- A cell holder
- A switch
- Seven connecting wires

Proceed as follows:
a) Take the resistant wire and coil it around the biro pen to make a coil.
b) Set up the apparatus as shown Figure 5 below such that the 10Ω carbon resistor and the coil are in parallel
connection.
Coil

V
A

Figure 5

c) Close the switch and the adjust the variable resistor such that the ammeter read a current of I1=0.08A and
record the corresponding voltmeter reading V1
i) V1 =………………… (1mark)
1
V ii) Calculate resistance R =1
(1mark)
I1

d) Repeat (c) above for current of I2 = 0.16A and record the corresponding voltmeter reading V2
i) V2 =………………… (1mark)
2
V ii) Calculate resistance R =2
(1mark)
I2

e) Find the average value of resistance R (1mark)

f) Determine the resistance, C of the coil (2marks)

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g) Now set up the apparatus as shown in Figure 6 below such that the voltmeter is connected across the cells,
10Ω carbon resistor and the coil are in parallel connection.
Coil

V
A

Figure 6

h) Close the switch and the adjust the variable resistor such that the ammeter reads a current of 0.04A and note
the corresponding voltmeter reading. Record the value in the Table 4 below.

i) Repeat (h) above for other values of current and voltage and complete the Table 4 below

Current, I (A) 0.04 0.08 0.12 0.16 0.20 0.24

Voltage, V(V)

(4marks) Table 4

j) On the grid provided plot a graph of Voltage, V (V) against Current, I (A) (5marks)

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k) Determine the slope of the of the graph (2marks)

l) Given that graph is related to equation E=V+Ir where E and r are the emf and internal resistance of the cells

respectively, use your graph to determine the value of:

E =…………………… (1mark)

r =……….…………. (1mark)

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NAME……………………………………………CLASS……..…ADMN NO…………

DATE………………………………………………SIGN………………………….

232/1
PHYSICS
SEPT-NOV 2023
TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 10

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) This paper has 12 PAGES. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ascertain that all the pages
are printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
viii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s

FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY

SECTION QUESTION TOTAL CANDIDATE
SCORE SCORE
A 1 -13 25
B 14 10
15 12
16 07
17 08
18 09
19 09
TOTAL 80

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PHYSICS 232/1 1 Turn Over

SECTION A (25MARKS)
Answer all the question in this section in the spaces provided
1 Define mechanics as a branch of physics (1mark)
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2 The figure below shows part of a micrometer gauge after an object is placed in between the anvil
and spindle. The gauge has zero error of 0.001 cm.

(i) What is the pitch of the above micrometre screw gauge (1mark)
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(ii) What is the actual diameter of the object placed between its anvil and spindle
(2marks)
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3 State the reason why an object on earth has a higher weight than on the moon (1mark)
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4 State the kinetic theory of gases (1mark)
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5 The lower and the upper fixed point in a mercury thermometer are 20cm apart. What is the
recorded temperature in 0C when the mercury column is 7.2cm below the upper fixed point
(3marks)

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6 The figure below shows a type of pump

(i) Name the pump (1mark)

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(ii) State the limitation of this pump (1mark)
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7 The figure below shows two set ups by a student using identical lamps and thermometer

If the lamps are switched on for the same duration, state and explain in which set up will the
thermometer read a higher temperature (2marks)
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8 (a) Define moment of a force

(1mark)
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(b) A metre rule of negligible weight is balanced by masses of 24N and 16N suspended from its ends.
Find the position of the pivot (2marks)
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9 The figure below shows two systems of springs arrangements A and B. The springs are identical
and have a spring constant K.

(a) State with a reason which system of the spring is stiffer

(2marks)
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(b) On the axes provided sketch the graph of systems A and B assuming that the springs obey
Hooke’s law (1mark)

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10 (a) State the Bernoulli’s effect (1mark)
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(b) The diagram below shows a very light ball inside a flask. Air is blown at high speed at the mouth
of the flask

(i) State and explain the observation made

(2marks)
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(ii) Apart from the magnitude of a force, state another factor that affects the turning effect of a force

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on a body (1mark)
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12 State the reason why a steel sphere resting on a horizontal surface is said to be in neutral
equilibrium (1mark)
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13 State the Pascal principle of transmission of pressure (1mark)
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SECTION B 55(MARKS)
Answer all the question in this section in the spaces provided
14 (a) Define velocity (1mark)
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(b) A body is thrown vertically upwards with an initial velocity ս m/s. After a time t seconds the
body u2
reaches a maximum height h metres. Show that h= (3marks) 2g
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(c) An object is projected at a velocity of 40m/s from a cliff 20m high. Calculate the distance from
the foot of the cliff when the object hits the ground.
(3marks)

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(d) State the law of inertia (1mark)
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(e) (i) The following table shows the velocity of a marble falling in a tall cylinder with glycerine.
Time (s) 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Velocity (m/s) 0 2.0 2.4 2.7 2.9 2.9

(ii) Complete the table above (1mark)

(iii) Other than the weight of the ball bearing and the upthrust, name the other force acting on the ball
bearing in (e) (i) above (1mark)
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15 (a) Define velocity ratio as used in machines (1mark)
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(b) An inclined plane is placed at 300 to the horizontal so that it can be used to raise a load through a
height h. If the efficiency of the machine is 100% determine:
(i) The velocity ratio of the machine (2marks)
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(ii) The effort needed to move a load of 800N along the plane at a constant velocity
(2marks)
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(c) State the law of conservation of energy (1mark)
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(d) A force of 6N extends a spring by 200mm. Calculate the work done in extending the spring
(2marks)
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(e) (i) State Hooke’s law
(1mark)
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(ii) A force of 6N extends a spring by 200mm. Calculate the work done in extending the spring by
300mm (3marks)
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16(a) Other than the presence of impurities, state another factor that increases the melting point of a
substance. (1mark)
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(b) Define specific latent heat of fusion of a body (1mark)
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(c) The figure below shows a graph of variation of temperature with time for a given substance of
mass 200g heated with a 50W electric heater

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(i) Explain the shape of the graph between AB and CD
(2marks)
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(ii) Explain why CD is longer than AB (1mark)
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(iii) Calculate the specific latent of fusion of the body
(2marks)
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17(a) State two quantities that must be kept constant in order to verify Boyle’s law (2marks)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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(b) An air bubble at the bottom of a beaker full of water becomes larger as it rises to the surface.
State the reason why;
(i) The bubble rises to the surface (1mark)
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(ii) It becomes larger as it rises (1mark)
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(c) State two assumptions made in explaining the gas laws using the kinetic theory of gases (2marks)
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(d) The volume of a fixed mass of a gas reduced from 500cm3 to 300cm3 at constant pressure. The
initial temperature was -1830C. Determine the final temperature
(2marks)
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18(a) Define the term angular velocity (1mark)
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(b) A particle P tied to string is moving with a constant speed V in a horizontal circle about O in the
direction shown in the figure below.

(i) Indicate with an arrow on the diagram the direction of the constant speed V on body P (1mark)
(ii) Use an arrow to indicate the direction in which the net force F acting on P will act (1mark)
(iii) State what provides the net force F in part (b) above (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(iv) Give a reason why particle P above experience centripetal acceleration even though it is moving
with a constant speed V (1mark)
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(c) A string of length 70cm is used to whirl a stone of mass 0.5Kg in a horizontal circle at 5
revolutions per second.
Determine:
(i) The period (2marks)
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(ii) The angular velocity (2marks)
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19(a) State the law of flotation (1mark)
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(b) A solid displaces 9.2cm3 of a liquid when floating and 11.5cm3 when fully immersed in the same
liquid .The density of the solid is 0.8g/cm3. Determine:

(i) The upthrust on the solid when floating

(3marks)
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(ii) The density of the liquid
(2marks)
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(c) The hydrometer shown in the figure below is one of the application of Archimedes principle and
relative density.

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(i) State the function of the following parts of the hydrometer
(I) Wide Bulb (1mark)
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(II) Lead shots (1mark)
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(ii) State how the sensitivity of the hydrometer can be increased (1mark)
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2HRS

PREDICTION 10
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) Candidates should answer the questions in English.
Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2

For Examiner’s use only

QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S

SCORE

1 - 13 25
14 11
15 13
16 10
17 11
18 14

TOTAL

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SECTION A (25 MARKS)

1. A white paper is a good reflector of light but does not form an image like a mirror. Explain this
observation. (1mark)

2. State and explain the observation made when an uncharged metal sphere is brought close to a negatively
charged electroscope. (2marks)

3. (a) When is a lead acid accumulator said to be fully charged? (1mark)

(b) A form one student at Daima High School connected a simple electric circuit as shown in the figure
below.

S1
B1

State and explain the observation made when switches S1 and S2 are both closed.
(2marks)

4. A magnetic material was heated and then cooled in a magnetic field. After cooling, it was found to be
magnetized. Explain this using domain theory.
(2 marks)

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5. The diagram in figure below shows a narrow beam of white light incident on to a glass prism.

R
of light

V
White source

(a) Complete the diagram to show dispersion of white light. (1 mark)

(b) Explain the observation made on the screen. (1 mark)

6. The potential difference across a lamp is 12V and a charge of 10C passes through it. Determine the
electrical energy changed to heat and light by the lamp. (2 marks)

7. The figure below shows a connection to a three-pin plug.

Earth wire Y

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(a) Identify the cable labelled X in the plug. (1 mark)

(b) State the use of the component labelled Y in the plug. (1 mark)

8. The table below shows the arrangement of electromagnetic waves in the order of increasing energy of
radiation.

State one use of the wave marked C (1 mark)

9. The figure below shows point source of light with an opaque object placed between it and a screen.

Point source

Opaque object B

Screen
Explain the nature of the shadow formed along AB. (2 marks)

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10. The figure below shows the cross-section of a conductor held between two bar magnets and a
current carrying conductor in the direction shown.

S N S N

(a) Indicate with an arrow on the diagram the direction in which the conductor will move
when it is released. (1 mark)

(b) State one adjustment that can be made on the diagram to increase the magnitude of the
force on the conductor carrying current. (1 mark)

11. The figure below shows a block diagram of a P–N junction diode. On the same diagram, show how a
cell may be connected so that it is reverse biased. (1 mark)

N P

12. An observer standing d metres from the foot of a high wall claps her hands once and an echo reaches her
after 0.5 seconds. If the velocity of sound in air is 330m/s, determine the value of d.
(2 marks)

13. Complete the ray diagram below to illustrate how a concave mirror can be used as a shaving mirror.

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(2 marks)

C F P B (55 MARKS)
SECTION

14. (a) In an experiment to observe interference of light waves, a double slit is placed close to
the source.

Screen
S1

Source of white
S2
light

Double slit
(i) State the function of the double slit. (1 mark)

(ii) State and explain what is observed on the screen. (2 marks)

(iii) State what is observed on the screen when;

I. the slit separation S1S2 is reduced. (1 mark)

II. white light source is used in place of monochromatic source.

(1 mark)

III. State and explain the difference in the patterns observed on the
screen other than the difference in colour when the source
of red light is replaced by a source of violet light. (2 marks)
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IV. In a Young’s slit experiment using sodium light, seven fringe
spaces were found to occupy 2.8mm when viewed through a
microscope eye piece. Calculate the fringe separation.
(1 mark)

(b) A real image, half the size of the object is formed by a lens. If the distance between the object
and the image is 45cm, determine the focal length of the lens.
(3 marks)

15. (a) (i) State Lenz’s law. (1 mark)

(ii) A power station generators 10kV at current of 5A. The voltage is stepped up to
200kV before being transmitted through cables.
Assuming the transformer is 80% efficient. Determine the output power in the
secondary coil. (2 marks)

(iii) State with reason which coils are thicker in the step up transformer
(2 marks)

(b) The diagram below shows a simple alternating generator ( a.c )rotating in clockwise
direction just passing horizontal position.

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(i) Name the parts labelled X and Y (2 marks)

X _____________________________________________

Y______________________________________________

(ii) State the function of feature labelled Y. (1 mark)

(iii) On the same diagram show the direction of the induced current in the
rectangular coil. (1 mark)
(iv) State two ways in which the induced e.m.f. in the coil be increased.
(2 marks)

(v) On the axes below sketch the variation of induced e.m.f,E0, against angle of
inclination ∅ of the coil for one revolution starting from vertical
position. (2 marks)

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Induced
e.m.f, E0

(V)

0
0 90 180 270 360 Angle of inclination ∅

−𝐸𝑂

    

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16. (a) The diagram below shows cathode rays going through a magnetic field.
Complete the diagram to show the path followed by the cathode rays. (1 mark)  
 


Cathode rays     

(b) The time base setting of a CRO is set at 5 ms/division while the y-gain is at
50 V/division. In the grid provided, sketch the graph of an a.c signal with a peak
voltage of 200V and frequency 50Hz. (Show at least one cycle). (3 marks)

vision

1 division

(c) (i) State Ohms law. (1mark)

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(ii) Figure below shows a simple electric circuit used to investigate the relationship
between the internal resistance 𝒓 of a cell and the electromotive force, 𝐄, of the cell.

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I. Show that the terminal voltage of the cell is given by;
(2 marks)
𝑉 = 𝐸 − I𝑟

II. Several values of current and voltage were collected and the graph
was drawn as shown below.

Use the graph to calculate the internal resistance of the cell. (3 marks)

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17. The diagram shows a picture of a machine that produces X-rays. Use it to answer the questions that follow

(a) Explain how the X-rays are produced (2marks)

(b) (i) The machine is almost entirely surrounded by a metal shield. Name this metal
and explain why this metal must surround it. (2marks)

(ii) State the reason why the cathode is concave shaped (1mark)

(iii) Explain the function of the radiator fins in facilitating the cooling of the anode target
(1 mark)

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(ii) The tube operates at 50KVand the tube current is 20mA. Calculate the number of electrons hitting
the target per second (2marks)
18. (a) The diagram below shows one of the detectors of radiation.

(i) Identify the device. (1 mark)

(ii) Name the parts labelled A and B. (2 marks)

A -

B -

(iii) Explain how radiation entering the mica window is detected. (2 marks)

(iv) A small amount of halogen vapour is usually present in the tube. What is its purpose
(1 mark)

(b) The set up below shows UV light striking a zinc plate placed on uncharged
electroscope.

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(i) State and explain the observations made. (2 mark)

ii) In an experiment using a photocell, U.V light of varying frequency but constant intensity was
made to strike a metal surface. The maximum kinetic energy (KEMax) of photoelectrons for each
frequency, f, was measured. The graph shows how KEMax varies with f.

Given that K.EMax = h f - Ø, determine the values:

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(I) Constant, h (2 marks)

(II) Constan ,Ø (2 marks)

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PAPER 3
2023. Date: ……………………………………
2 hours

PHYSICS PRACTICAL
PREDICTION 10
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
(a) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided.
(b) Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided in the question paper.
(c) You are supposed to spend the first 15 minutes of the 2 ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑠 allowed for this paper reading the whole
paper carefully before commencing the work.
(d) Marks are given for a clear record of the observations actually made, their suitability, accuracy and the use
made of them.
(e) Candidates are advised to record their observation as soon as they are made.
(f) Non programmable silent electronic calculators may be used.
(g) Candidates should check the questions to ascertain that all the pages are printed as indicated and that no
question are missing.
(h) Candidates should answer the questions in English.

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Question 1
You are provided with the following:
-Two dry cell
- Cell holder
-A piece of resistance wire labeled W
-Voltmeter (0 - 3V or 0 - 5V)
-Ammeter (0 - 1A)
-A nichrome wire mounted on a millimeter scale labelled PQ
-Seven connecting wires in which four are with crocodile clips on both ends and three are with crocodile clips
on one end
- Jockey attached to a connecting wire
- Micrometer screw gauge (can be shared)

Proceed as follows:

ii) With the Jockey at Q i.e. L= 0.0 cm, take the voltmeter reading and ammeter reading. Record V and I.
Repeat to get the readings for L=20.0cm, 40.0cm, 60.0cm, 60.0cm, 80.0cm and 100.0cm respectively and
complete the table below.

Length L (cm) 0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0

Voltage V (v)

Current I (A)
(6marks)

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iii).Plot a graph of voltmeter readings (y-axis) against ammeter readings. (5marks)

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iv) Determine the slope of the graph (3marks)

v) What physical quantity is represented by the slope of the graph at any given point (1mark)

vi) Using a micrometer screw gauge, measure the diameter, d of the wire W.

d= mm (1mark)

= m (1mark)

sd
vii) Calculate the quantity P = and give its units. (3marks)
0.8

Question 2
PART A
You are provided with the following apparatus
- A meter rule
- A concave lens with holder
- A candle stick - A white screen
- A stop watch
- Marble
- Watch glass
- Plasticine
- Micrometer screw gauge Proceed as follows:

(a) Find the approximate focal length by focusing a sharp image of a distant object onto a screen. The object (preferably
window frame) must be at least 4m away. Turn lens such that side A faces the screen

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i) f1=…………………………… (1mark) (ii)
f2=…………………….. (1mark) iii) Find the
Average of f1 and f2 (1mark)

b)(i)Now Set up the apparatus as shown in figure below such that S=55cm.Adjust the position of the lens to obtain a
sharp enlarged image of the candle flame. (Ensure that the candle flame, the lens and white screen same horizontal
level)

ii) Measure the distance u1 between the candle and the lens

iii)Without changing the position of the candle and the screen, move the lens to obtain a sharp diminished image of the
candle flame
iv) Measure the distance u2 between the candle and the lens
v) Record the values of u1 and u2 in the table below. vi)
Repeat the procedure in (i) above for S=45cm.
(vii)Complete the table (6marks)

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S d2 − 2
S(cm) U1(cm) U2(cm ) d=U1-U2 K=
4S
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viii) Determine the average value of K (2marks)

ix) What does physical quantity K represent (1mark)

PART B Procedure:

x. Arrange the apparatus as shown in the figure below:

xi.Release the marble from the edge of the watch glass to freely oscillate. Measure the time taken, t, for 5
oscillations.

t = …………………… (1 mark)

xii. Calculate the periodic time, T

T = ……………………… (1 mark)

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(I) Measure the diameter, D of the marble using the micrometer screw-gauge.

D = ……………………m (1 mark)

(II) Determine the volume, V of the marble. (2 marks)

xiii) The period, T, of oscillation of the marble and radius, r of the marble are related by the
equation:

Where g = 10 m/s2 and b is a constant of the watch glass. Determine the value of b
(3 marks)

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TIME: 2HRS

PREDICTION 11
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
i) Write your name and admission number in the spaces provided
above. ii) Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces
provided above iii) This paper consists of TWO sections A and B. iv)
Answer ALL the questions in section A and B in the spaces
provided. v) All working MUST be clearly shown.
vi) Non programmable silent calculators may be used.
vii) This paper has 12 PAGES. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ascertain that all the pages are
printed as indicated and that no questions are missing.
viii) Candidates should answer the questions in English. Constant: g=10N/kg or 10m/s2

FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY

SECTION QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATE’S SCORE

A 1 – 13 25

B 14 12

15 10

16 11

17 09

18 13

TOTAL 80

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SECTION A (25 MARKS)
Attempt all the questions in the spaces provided.
1. A vernier calliper has a zero error of 0.10 cm. Sketch the reading of the vernier calliper when used to
measure the size of a test tube of internal diameter 2.60 cm. (1 mark)

2. An empty density bottle weighs 25g when empty and 70g when full of fresh water. Determine the volume
of the density bottle. (2 marks)

Figure 1

State and explain the observation made. (2 marks)

Figure 2

2
State and explain the observation made upon sucking. (2 marks)
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5. Two samples of bromine vapour are allowed to diffuse separately under different conditions, one in a
vacuum and the other in air. It was observed that bromine diffused faster in vacuum than in air. Explain
this observation. (1 mark)

Figure 3

Graph A represents temperature in container A and B temperature in container B. With reason identify
the graph that represents a container with dull surface. (2 marks)
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7. A student wanted to determine the mass of a stone using set up in figure 4 below.

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Figure 4

Initially, the pointer was at X. On hanging 200g mass on the spring, the pointer moved to point Y. When
he replaced the 200g mass with the stone, the pointer moved to point Z. Given that the elastic limit of the
spring was not exceeded, determine the mass of the stone.
(3 marks)

10. Figure 5 below shows a uniform metre rule balanced on a knife edge.

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Figure 5

Determine the weight of the metre rule. (3 marks)

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11. State the S.I unit of work done by a stone mason in lifting a stone. (1 mark)
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12. A certain mass of oxygen gas occupies a volume of 1.2 m3 at a pressure of 1.4 x 105 Pa and temperature
150C. Find its volume when the temperature is 00c at a pressure of
1.1 x 105 Pa. (3 marks)

Figure 6

When the liquid B is heated, it is observed that the block sinks further. Explain this observation.
(2 marks)

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SECTION B (55 MARKS)
14. (a) A ball is thrown horizontally from the top of a vertical tower and strikes the ground
at a point 60m from the bottom of the tower. Given that the height of the tower is
50m, determine the;

(i) Time taken by the ball to hit the ground. (2 marks)

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(ii) its centripetal acceleration. (2 marks)

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(d) State the reason why an object moving in a circular motion is said to be accelerating while the speed
is constant. (1 mark)

15. (a) A body of mass M1 moving at velocity ‘u’ collides with another stationary body of mass
M2. Given that the two bodies coalesce after impact and move at a uniform velocity of V.
Derive an expression for the final velocity of the bodies after the
impact. (2 marks)

Describe briefly how you can obtain the density of liquid X. (3 marks)
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(c) (i) Define terminal velocity. (1 mark)
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(ii) The figure 7 below shows a velocity time graph for a small sphere falling through water.

Figure 7

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On the same axes sketch the graph for the sphere when allowed to fall through glycerine.
(1 mark)
(iii) Explain the difference in the graphs in (ii) above. (1 mark)
(d) A liquid flows along a horizontal pipe of cross section area 24 cm2 with a speed of 3 m/s. The
speed increases to 9 m/s where there is a constriction. Calculate the cross-section area of the
constriction. (2 marks)

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16. (a) State the meaning of ‘specific latent heat of fusion”. (1 mark)
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(b) The figure 8 below shows a setup of apparatus used in an experiment to determine the specific latent
heat of fusion of ice.

Figure 8

(i) On the diagram insert the ammeter and the voltmeter. (2 marks)
(ii) From the experiment above, give the measureable quantities required to achieve the objective.
(2 marks)

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(iii) The following readings were obtained after the heater was switched on for 10 minutes. (Mass
of melted ice = 18g) Determine:
I. Energy supplied by the 60W heater in the 10 minutes. (2 marks)
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II. Specific latent heat of fusion of ice. (3 marks)
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(iv) State any assumption in the experiment. (1 mark)
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17. The diagram below shows the different parts of a wheel and axle machine.

(a) (i) Indicate on the diagram the effort and load. (1 mark)

(ii) Given that the handle wheel moved through a circular path of radius R and the axle moves
through a circular path of radius r. Show that the velocity ratio of a wheel and axle is given by
V.R = R/r. (2 marks)

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(b) In a wheel and axle, the wheel’s radius is 60cm, while the axle’s diameter is 24cm. the effort is 1.0N and
the load is 4N. Work out:
(i) The velocity ratio. (2 marks)
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(ii) The mechanical advantage. (2 marks)
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(iii) The efficiency of the system. (2 marks)
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18. (a) A spherical buoy of diameter 0.6m and mass 50kg is connected to a rope tied to a sea
bed so that ¾ of its volume is below the surface, as shown in the figure 9 below.

Figure 9

(i) On the diagram, indicate two forces acting on the buoy apart from weight, W.
(2 marks)

(ii) Determine:
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I. The weight of the buoy (1 mark)
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II. The upthrust on the buoy (2 marks)

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III. The tension, T, on the rope. (2 marks)

(b) The figure 10 below shows a simple hydrometer.

State the reason why;

i. The upper stem is made narrow (1 mark)
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ii. The lead shots are placed in the glass bulb. (1 mark)
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(c) The hydrometer above has a mass of 25g and allowed to float in oil of density 0.8g/cm3 with 6 cm of
its stem above the oil. If the cross-sectional area of the stem is 0.5cm2, find the length of its stem out
of freshwater, if it is transferred and made to float in freshwater.
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232/2
PHYSICS
THEORY
PAPER 2
2HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS
Write your name and admission number in the space provided
Sign and write the date of the examination in the space provided above This
paper consists of two sections A and B.
Answer all the questions in the spaces provided.
All working must be clearly shown.
Mathematical tables and electronic calculators may be used.

For examiner’s use only

SECTION QUESTION TOTAL MARKS CANDIDATE’S SCORE
A 1-13 25
B 14 11
15 13
16 11
17 10
18 10
GRAND TOTAL 80 MARKS
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TOTAL CANDIDATE’S SCORE

Section A + section B =
Physics paper 2

This paper consists of 9 printed pages

Turn over

SECTION A (25 Marks)

Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided.
1. Locate the position of the image of the object placed in front of a plane mirror shown below. (2 mks)

2. Show the magnetic field pattern of the current carrying conductors shown below. (2 mks)

3. State two factors that determine the strength of an electromagnet. (2 mks)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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4. State two advantages of using a convex mirror as a driving mirror. (2 mks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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5. State two factors that affects the resistivity of an electrical conductor. (2 mks)
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6. The figure below shows a wave in progress.

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Physics paper 2

Determine the
a) Amplitude (1
mark)
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b) Frequency (2
marks)
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7. The figure below shows light travelling from less dense to more dense medium.

a) Show the direction of the refracted ray. (1 mark)

b) If the refractive index of the more dense medium is 1.4, calculate the angle of refraction. (3
marks)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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8. A current ,I, flowing through a wire of resistance ,R, is increased by seven times. Determine the factor
by which the rate of heat production was increased. (3 marks)

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9. The wavelength of a radio wave is 1km. Determine its frequency if the speed in 3 x 108ms-1 (2 marks)
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10. State two uses of gold leaf electroscope. (2 marks)

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11. Give a reason why soft iron is used as a core of the coil of an electric bell. (1 mark)
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12. State two differences between pinhole camera and the human eye. (2 marks)
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13. State two types of waves. (2 marks)
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SECTION B (55 MARKS)
Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided.
14. a) Define the following terms.
i) Capacitor (1 mark)

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ii) Capacitance (1
mark)

b) Three capacitors are connected to a 10v battery.

Calculate
i) the effective capacitance
(3 marks)

ii) the total charge (3 marks)

ii)

iii)

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15. a) Define a resistor. (1 mark)

Calculate
i) the effective resistance. (3 marks)

ii) the total current in the circuit. (2 marks)

iii) the current through the 4Ω resistance. (3 marks)

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c) If the current flows for 2 minutes calculate the total energy dissiparted. (2
marks)

d) State two applications of resistors in real life situation. (2 marks)

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16. a) Explain briefly how a material acquires a positive charge. (3 marks)

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b) A steel pin is placed on the cap of a highly charge electroscope.

State and explain the observation that will be made on the gold leaf. (2 marks)
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c) State a reason why a candle flame is blown away when a highly charged metal is brought close to
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d) Explain briefly why it is not advisable to take shelter on a tree when it is raining. (2
marks)
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e) State two dangers of electrostatic charges. (2
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17. a) State two methods of magnetisation. (2 marks)
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b) Why is repulsion the surest way of identifying a magnet. (2
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c) Complete the diagram below to show the magnetic field patterns. (2 marks)

d) i) The figure below in a U-shaped iron core. Indicate the polarity at X and Y. (2 marks)

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ii) State two applications of such an electromagnet. (2 marks)

18. a) A pin is placed at the bottom of a beaker containing a transparent liquid. When viewed from the top
the pin appears nearer the surface than it actually is. Explain the observation. (2 marks)

b) The table below shows the results obtained from such an experiment.

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Apparent depth (cm) 2.21 3.68 5.15 6.62 8.09
Real depth cm 3.0 5.0 7.0 9.0 11.0
i) Plot a graph of real depth against apparent depth. (5 marks)

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