GCSE COMBINED SCIENCE A (GATEWAY SCIENCE) — Actual June 2025 PAST PAPER:
Physics (Foundation Tier) All Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme [OCR J250/06]
Exam Resource Summary
The GCSE (9–1) Combined Science A (Gateway Science) June 2025 Physics (Foundation Tier) Paper (OCR
J250/06) merges the full official examination paper with its detailed mark scheme to create a clear,
structured, and comprehensive revision resource. This paper assesses students’ understanding of
fundamental physics topics, including forces, energy, waves, electricity, magnetism, and practical
investigation skills. Candidates are expected to apply knowledge to familiar scenarios, interpret
straightforward data, and provide accurate scientific explanations. By presenting each question alongside its
marking criteria, this merged resource clarifies examiner expectations, demonstrates the skills and accuracy
required for high-band responses, and guides students in producing well-structured, precise answers. This
integrated format strengthens core physics knowledge, enhances analytical and practical skills, and ensures
thorough preparation for the 2026 OCR GCSE Combined Science A (Gateway Science) Foundation Tier
Physics examination.
OCR is an exempt Charity
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Section A
You should spend a maximum of 20 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1 Which row identifies features of a light wave?
Travels through
Transverse Longitudinal
space Key
A ✗ ✓ ✗
✓ wave has this
B ✗ ✓ ✓
feature
C ✓ ✗ ✓
✗ wave does not
D ✓ ✗ ✗ have this feature
Your answer [1]
2 What is a typical speed for a strong wind?
A 2m/s
B 13 m / s
C 56 m / s
D 330 m / s
Your answer [1]
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3 Which electromagnetic wave is used for cooking?
A Gamma rays
B Infra-red radiation
C Ultraviolet radiation
D X-rays
Your answer [1]
4 A radio wave has a wavelength of 5.0 m.
A second radio wave has a wavelength which is a thousand times greater.
What is the wavelength of the second radio wave?
A 0.005 m
B 5.0 m
C 125 m
D 5000 m
Your answer [1]
5 Which energy source is non-renewable?
A Biofuel
B Nuclear fuel
C Solar
D Wind
Your answer [1]
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6 Which statement about electrons in atoms is correct?
A Electrons gain energy as they absorb electromagnetic waves.
B Electrons have a positive charge.
C Electrons lose energy by emitting alpha particles.
D Electrons rise to higher energy levels as they emit electromagnetic waves.
Your answer [1]
7 The diagram shows a photograph of the pattern of water waves, drawn to scale.
A student measures the wavelength of the water waves with a ruler.
Which method will not improve the accuracy of the student’s measurement?
A Place the ruler at a right angle to the wavefront.
B Measure the length of 5 complete waves and divide this length by 5.
C Place the ruler flat on the photograph and read the scale at right angles from above.
D Use a longer ruler to measure one wavelength.
Your answer [1]
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Physics (Foundation Tier) All Assessment Questions & Mark Scheme [OCR J250/06]
Exam Resource Summary
The GCSE (9–1) Combined Science A (Gateway Science) June 2025 Physics (Foundation Tier) Paper (OCR
J250/06) merges the full official examination paper with its detailed mark scheme to create a clear,
structured, and comprehensive revision resource. This paper assesses students’ understanding of
fundamental physics topics, including forces, energy, waves, electricity, magnetism, and practical
investigation skills. Candidates are expected to apply knowledge to familiar scenarios, interpret
straightforward data, and provide accurate scientific explanations. By presenting each question alongside its
marking criteria, this merged resource clarifies examiner expectations, demonstrates the skills and accuracy
required for high-band responses, and guides students in producing well-structured, precise answers. This
integrated format strengthens core physics knowledge, enhances analytical and practical skills, and ensures
thorough preparation for the 2026 OCR GCSE Combined Science A (Gateway Science) Foundation Tier
Physics examination.
OCR is an exempt Charity
Turn over
, 2
Section A
You should spend a maximum of 20 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1 Which row identifies features of a light wave?
Travels through
Transverse Longitudinal
space Key
A ✗ ✓ ✗
✓ wave has this
B ✗ ✓ ✓
feature
C ✓ ✗ ✓
✗ wave does not
D ✓ ✗ ✗ have this feature
Your answer [1]
2 What is a typical speed for a strong wind?
A 2m/s
B 13 m / s
C 56 m / s
D 330 m / s
Your answer [1]
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3 Which electromagnetic wave is used for cooking?
A Gamma rays
B Infra-red radiation
C Ultraviolet radiation
D X-rays
Your answer [1]
4 A radio wave has a wavelength of 5.0 m.
A second radio wave has a wavelength which is a thousand times greater.
What is the wavelength of the second radio wave?
A 0.005 m
B 5.0 m
C 125 m
D 5000 m
Your answer [1]
5 Which energy source is non-renewable?
A Biofuel
B Nuclear fuel
C Solar
D Wind
Your answer [1]
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6 Which statement about electrons in atoms is correct?
A Electrons gain energy as they absorb electromagnetic waves.
B Electrons have a positive charge.
C Electrons lose energy by emitting alpha particles.
D Electrons rise to higher energy levels as they emit electromagnetic waves.
Your answer [1]
7 The diagram shows a photograph of the pattern of water waves, drawn to scale.
A student measures the wavelength of the water waves with a ruler.
Which method will not improve the accuracy of the student’s measurement?
A Place the ruler at a right angle to the wavefront.
B Measure the length of 5 complete waves and divide this length by 5.
C Place the ruler flat on the photograph and read the scale at right angles from above.
D Use a longer ruler to measure one wavelength.
Your answer [1]
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