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Monday 16 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Physics B (Twenty First Century Science)
J259/02 Depth in physics (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
(Verified Question Paper With Mark
Scheme Combined June 2025)
, INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra
space use the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers
must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working.
Marks might be given for using a correct method, even if your answer is
wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 90.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an
asterisk (*).
• This document has 28 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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1 Electromagnetic spectrum radiation ranges from a low to a high frequency.
(a) Complete the list to show all parts of the electromagnetic spectrum in order
from lowest frequency to highest frequency.
Use these words.
Infrared Visible light X-rays
Lowest frequency Radio waves
Microwaves
..............................................
..............................................
Ultraviolet
..............................................
Highest frequency Gamm
a [2]
(b) Which statements about the electromagnetic spectrum are true and which
are false? Tick (✓) one box in each row.
True False
All parts of the electromagnetic spectrum travel at the
speed of light.
Gamma radiation has the longest wavelength.
Radio waves carry the greatest energy.
Visible light is a transverse wave.
[3]
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(c) When electromagnetic radiation hits a material, it can be absorbed, reflected, or
transmitted.
What happens to the electromagnetic radiation in these
situations? Tick (✓) one box in each row.
Absorbed Reflected Transmitted
Infrared radiation heats up a plastic
block.
Microwaves bounce off a metal sheet.
Visible light passes through glass.
[2]
© OCR
2025
Monday 16 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Physics B (Twenty First Century Science)
J259/02 Depth in physics (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
(Verified Question Paper With Mark
Scheme Combined June 2025)
, INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra
space use the lined pages at the end of this booklet. The question numbers
must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working.
Marks might be given for using a correct method, even if your answer is
wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 90.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an
asterisk (*).
• This document has 28 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
© OCR 2025
OCR is an exempt
[601/8685/9] DC
Charity Turn over
(WW/TC) 356619/5
, 3
1 Electromagnetic spectrum radiation ranges from a low to a high frequency.
(a) Complete the list to show all parts of the electromagnetic spectrum in order
from lowest frequency to highest frequency.
Use these words.
Infrared Visible light X-rays
Lowest frequency Radio waves
Microwaves
..............................................
..............................................
Ultraviolet
..............................................
Highest frequency Gamm
a [2]
(b) Which statements about the electromagnetic spectrum are true and which
are false? Tick (✓) one box in each row.
True False
All parts of the electromagnetic spectrum travel at the
speed of light.
Gamma radiation has the longest wavelength.
Radio waves carry the greatest energy.
Visible light is a transverse wave.
[3]
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2025
, 2
(c) When electromagnetic radiation hits a material, it can be absorbed, reflected, or
transmitted.
What happens to the electromagnetic radiation in these
situations? Tick (✓) one box in each row.
Absorbed Reflected Transmitted
Infrared radiation heats up a plastic
block.
Microwaves bounce off a metal sheet.
Visible light passes through glass.
[2]
© OCR
2025
