PRACTICE PAPER FOR 2026 SUMMER EXAMS
Mark Scheme (Results)
2025 Predicted Paper
Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1)
In Physics 2025 Predicted Paper
PAPER 1 Foundation Tier
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Edexcel GCSE Physics Marking Scheme 1F 2025 Predicted
General Marking Guidance
• All candidates must receive the same treatment. Examiners must mark the
first candidate in exactly the same way as they mark the last.
• Mark schemes should be applied positively. Candidates must be rewarded
for what they have shown they can do rather than penalised for omissions.
• Examiners should mark according to the mark scheme not according to their
perception of where the grade boundaries may lie.
• There is no ceiling on achievement. All marks on the mark scheme should be
used appropriately.
• All the marks on the mark scheme are designed to be awarded. Examiners
should always award full marks if deserved, i.e. if the answer matches the
mark scheme. Examiners should also be prepared to award zero marks if the
candidate’s response is not worthy of credit according to the mark scheme.
• Where some judgement is required, mark schemes will provide the principles
by which marks will be awarded and exemplification may be limited.
• When examiners are in doubt regarding the application of the mark scheme
to a candidate’s response, the team leader must be consulted.
• Crossed out work should be marked UNLESS the candidate has replaced it
with an alternative response.
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Edexcel GCSE Physics Marking Scheme 1F 2025 Predicted
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, PRACTICE PAPER FOR 2026 SUMMER EXAMS
Edexcel GCSE Physics Marking Scheme 1F 2025 Predicted
Question 1
Question Analysis and Context
• Question 1(a):
o Typical Pattern: Questions asking to classify waves (transverse or
longitudinal) and compare their properties are foundational in physics
exams. Similar questions from 2015-2023 often test knowledge of
wave types, electromagnetic spectrum properties, and speed in
different mediums.
o Required Knowledge:
▪ Transverse vs. longitudinal waves (definitions and examples).
▪ Properties of electromagnetic waves, including frequency,
wavelength, and speed in a vacuum.
o Approach: Read the question carefully, identify key terms (e.g.,
"gamma rays" and "infrared radiation"), and link them to known
electromagnetic spectrum properties.
• Question 1(b):
o Typical Pattern: Application-based questions focusing on real-world
uses of electromagnetic waves are common. These are designed to
test practical understanding.
o Required Knowledge:
▪ Everyday applications of electromagnetic spectrum regions (e.g.,
sterilization, night vision).
o Approach: Relate the device's function to the relevant
electromagnetic radiation.
• Question 1(c):
o Typical Pattern: Health risks and safety precautions associated with
electromagnetic waves often appear in exams to test applied
knowledge.
o Required Knowledge:
▪ Hazards of different radiations (e.g., UV causing skin damage).
▪ Methods to mitigate risks (e.g., sunscreen use).
o Approach: Connect the hazard to its biological impact and propose a
practical solution.
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Mark Scheme (Results)
2025 Predicted Paper
Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1)
In Physics 2025 Predicted Paper
PAPER 1 Foundation Tier
1
, PRACTICE PAPER FOR 2026 SUMMER EXAMS
Edexcel GCSE Physics Marking Scheme 1F 2025 Predicted
General Marking Guidance
• All candidates must receive the same treatment. Examiners must mark the
first candidate in exactly the same way as they mark the last.
• Mark schemes should be applied positively. Candidates must be rewarded
for what they have shown they can do rather than penalised for omissions.
• Examiners should mark according to the mark scheme not according to their
perception of where the grade boundaries may lie.
• There is no ceiling on achievement. All marks on the mark scheme should be
used appropriately.
• All the marks on the mark scheme are designed to be awarded. Examiners
should always award full marks if deserved, i.e. if the answer matches the
mark scheme. Examiners should also be prepared to award zero marks if the
candidate’s response is not worthy of credit according to the mark scheme.
• Where some judgement is required, mark schemes will provide the principles
by which marks will be awarded and exemplification may be limited.
• When examiners are in doubt regarding the application of the mark scheme
to a candidate’s response, the team leader must be consulted.
• Crossed out work should be marked UNLESS the candidate has replaced it
with an alternative response.
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, PRACTICE PAPER FOR 2026 SUMMER EXAMS
Edexcel GCSE Physics Marking Scheme 1F 2025 Predicted
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, PRACTICE PAPER FOR 2026 SUMMER EXAMS
Edexcel GCSE Physics Marking Scheme 1F 2025 Predicted
Question 1
Question Analysis and Context
• Question 1(a):
o Typical Pattern: Questions asking to classify waves (transverse or
longitudinal) and compare their properties are foundational in physics
exams. Similar questions from 2015-2023 often test knowledge of
wave types, electromagnetic spectrum properties, and speed in
different mediums.
o Required Knowledge:
▪ Transverse vs. longitudinal waves (definitions and examples).
▪ Properties of electromagnetic waves, including frequency,
wavelength, and speed in a vacuum.
o Approach: Read the question carefully, identify key terms (e.g.,
"gamma rays" and "infrared radiation"), and link them to known
electromagnetic spectrum properties.
• Question 1(b):
o Typical Pattern: Application-based questions focusing on real-world
uses of electromagnetic waves are common. These are designed to
test practical understanding.
o Required Knowledge:
▪ Everyday applications of electromagnetic spectrum regions (e.g.,
sterilization, night vision).
o Approach: Relate the device's function to the relevant
electromagnetic radiation.
• Question 1(c):
o Typical Pattern: Health risks and safety precautions associated with
electromagnetic waves often appear in exams to test applied
knowledge.
o Required Knowledge:
▪ Hazards of different radiations (e.g., UV causing skin damage).
▪ Methods to mitigate risks (e.g., sunscreen use).
o Approach: Connect the hazard to its biological impact and propose a
practical solution.
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