Physics WPH11: Mechanics Topical Past Paper Questions
Edexcel A Level Physics (WPH11) past-paper questions on Mechanics, free. This topic is frequently examined across 14 exam sessions. Sign in for the full topic-segregated question bank and AI worksheets.
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In 2009, a satellite orbiting the Moon fired a projectile towards the surface of the Moon. (a) The initial velocity of the projectile was $ 2460 \, m s^{-1} $ at an angle $ \theta $ to the horizontal. The horizontal distance travelled by the projectile was 2930 m, as shown. The t…
A skydiver jumped from an aeroplane. (a) The initial vertical velocity of the skydiver was zero. During the first 1.5 s, the skydiver moved a vertical distance of 11 m. Air resistance may be considered negligible if the mean acceleration of the skydiver is greater than 0.95 g. De…
The photograph shows an airship. This consists of a large balloon filled with helium gas with a basket suspended beneath. (Source: © Tom Bushey/Alamy Stock Photo) (a) Explain how the airship is able to float in the air. (2) (b) The pressure of helium inside the balloon is $ 1.08…
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