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
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9-1) Physics B
(inside this document)
You can use:
F
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
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 GCSE Physics B (Twenty First Century Science)
J259/02 Depth in physics (Foundation Tier) Question Paper and
Mark Scheme summer 2025
, 2
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 Gamma
[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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, 3
(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]
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, 4
2 A scientist has two pieces of equipment to send to the Moon.
They want to find the weight of both pieces of equipment.
(a) Which statement about mass and weight is true?
Tick (✓) one box.
Mass is a force.
The weight is equal to the mass.
Weight is the force on a mass due to gravity.
[1]
(b) The diagram shows a spring balance.
A spring balance uses a spring to measure weight.
0
5
10
15
20
The scientist hangs a small piece of equipment on the spring balance. The spring extends.
They then replace the equipment with a heavier piece of equipment.
Describe what happens to the extension of the spring when the small piece of equipment is
replaced with the heavier piece.
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© OCR 2025
GCSE (9–1) Physics B (Twenty First Century Science)
J259/02 Depth in physics (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9-1) Physics B
(inside this document)
You can use:
F
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
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 GCSE Physics B (Twenty First Century Science)
J259/02 Depth in physics (Foundation Tier) Question Paper and
Mark Scheme summer 2025
, 2
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 Gamma
[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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, 3
(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 Turn over
, 4
2 A scientist has two pieces of equipment to send to the Moon.
They want to find the weight of both pieces of equipment.
(a) Which statement about mass and weight is true?
Tick (✓) one box.
Mass is a force.
The weight is equal to the mass.
Weight is the force on a mass due to gravity.
[1]
(b) The diagram shows a spring balance.
A spring balance uses a spring to measure weight.
0
5
10
15
20
The scientist hangs a small piece of equipment on the spring balance. The spring extends.
They then replace the equipment with a heavier piece of equipment.
Describe what happens to the extension of the spring when the small piece of equipment is
replaced with the heavier piece.
..........................................................................................................................................................
. ................................................................................................................................................. [1]
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