2025 OCR GCSE Combined Science A (Gateway Science)
J250/06 Physics (Foundation Tier)
Complete Question paper with Marking Scheme Combined
Monday 16 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Combined Science
A (Gateway Science)
J250/06 Physics (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 10 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Combined
Science A (Physics) (inside this document)
You can use:
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB penc
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 60.
• 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 24 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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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 ✗ ✓ ✗
B ✗ ✓ ✓ ✓ wave has
this feature
C ✓ ✗ ✓
✗ wave does not
D ✓ ✗ ✗ have this feature
Your answer [1]
2 What is a typical speed for a strong
wind? A 2 m / 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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J250/06 Physics (Foundation Tier)
Complete Question paper with Marking Scheme Combined
Monday 16 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Combined Science
A (Gateway Science)
J250/06 Physics (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 10 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Combined
Science A (Physics) (inside this document)
You can use:
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB penc
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 60.
• 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 24 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
© OCR 2025 [601/8687/2] OCR is an exempt Charity
DC (CE/CB) 353359/4 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 ✗ ✓ ✗
B ✗ ✓ ✓ ✓ wave has
this feature
C ✓ ✗ ✓
✗ wave does not
D ✓ ✗ ✗ have this feature
Your answer [1]
2 What is a typical speed for a strong
wind? A 2 m / s
B 13 m / s C
56 m / s D
330 m / s
Your answer [1]
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, 3
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]
© OCR 2025 Turn over
, 4
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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