May 2025 Edexcel: AS
Level Physics 8PH0/01
Paper 1 – Core Physics 1
– Merged Question Paper
& Mark Scheme
, May 2025 Edexcel: AS Level Physics 8PH0/01 Paper 1 – Core Physics 1 – Merged Question Paper & Mark
Scheme
Exam Resource Summary
The May 2025 Edexcel AS Level Physics 8PH0/01 Paper 1 – Core Physics 1 – Merged Question Paper &
Mark Scheme presents a fully integrated document combining the official examination paper and the
corresponding mark scheme for the first AS Physics paper (specification code 8PH0) from Pearson Edexcel.
This assessment covers foundational topics such as Working as a Physicist, Mechanics, Electric Circuits and
Materials, and evaluates students’ knowledge, mathematical competence, experimental understanding and
conceptual applicationThe merged format provides students with complete visibility of examiner
expectations, mark allocation and question structure—all in one resource. Each question is paired with its
official mark scheme, supporting targeted revision, self-assessment and the development of coherent,
analytical scientific responses. An essential resource for effective preparation for the 2025 Edexcel AS Level
Physics Paper 1 examination.
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, SECTION A
Answer ALL questions.
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All multiple choice questions must be answered with a cross in the box for the correct answer
from A to D. If you change your mind about an answer, put a line through the box and then
mark your new answer with a cross .
1 A ball bearing falls from rest through oil.
Which of the following statements is correct during the initial motion of the
ball bearing?
A The resultant force on the ball bearing decreases.
B The resultant force on the ball bearing increases.
C The resultant force on the ball bearing decreases then increases.
D The resultant force on the ball bearing stays constant.
(Total for Question 1 = 1 mark)
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2 As the temperature of a negative temperature coefficient thermistor increases, the
resistance of the thermistor changes.
Which of the following statements is correct?
A Resistance decreases as lattice ions vibrate with decreased amplitude.
B Resistance increases as lattice ions vibrate with increased amplitude.
C Resistance decreases as the number of conduction electrons increases.
D Resistance increases as the number of conduction electrons decreases.
(Total for Question 2 = 1 mark)
3 Which of the following units is equivalent to the newton?
A kg m s–1
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B kg m s–2
C kg m2 s–2
D kg m2 s–1
(Total for Question 3 = 1 mark)
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, 4 A circuit consists of a cell of e.m.f. 1.50 V connected to a 100 Ω resistor. A voltmeter is
connected across the 100 Ω resistor, as shown. The voltmeter reading is 1.45 V.
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A
100 Ω
V
Which of the following gives the internal resistance, in Ω, of the cell?
A (1.50 1.45) 100
1.45
1.50 100
B
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1.45
C (1.50 1.45) 100
1.50
1.45 100
D
1.50
(Total for Question 4 = 1 mark)
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Level Physics 8PH0/01
Paper 1 – Core Physics 1
– Merged Question Paper
& Mark Scheme
, May 2025 Edexcel: AS Level Physics 8PH0/01 Paper 1 – Core Physics 1 – Merged Question Paper & Mark
Scheme
Exam Resource Summary
The May 2025 Edexcel AS Level Physics 8PH0/01 Paper 1 – Core Physics 1 – Merged Question Paper &
Mark Scheme presents a fully integrated document combining the official examination paper and the
corresponding mark scheme for the first AS Physics paper (specification code 8PH0) from Pearson Edexcel.
This assessment covers foundational topics such as Working as a Physicist, Mechanics, Electric Circuits and
Materials, and evaluates students’ knowledge, mathematical competence, experimental understanding and
conceptual applicationThe merged format provides students with complete visibility of examiner
expectations, mark allocation and question structure—all in one resource. Each question is paired with its
official mark scheme, supporting targeted revision, self-assessment and the development of coherent,
analytical scientific responses. An essential resource for effective preparation for the 2025 Edexcel AS Level
Physics Paper 1 examination.
Turn over
, SECTION A
Answer ALL questions.
DO NOT WRITE IN THIS AREA
All multiple choice questions must be answered with a cross in the box for the correct answer
from A to D. If you change your mind about an answer, put a line through the box and then
mark your new answer with a cross .
1 A ball bearing falls from rest through oil.
Which of the following statements is correct during the initial motion of the
ball bearing?
A The resultant force on the ball bearing decreases.
B The resultant force on the ball bearing increases.
C The resultant force on the ball bearing decreases then increases.
D The resultant force on the ball bearing stays constant.
(Total for Question 1 = 1 mark)
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2 As the temperature of a negative temperature coefficient thermistor increases, the
resistance of the thermistor changes.
Which of the following statements is correct?
A Resistance decreases as lattice ions vibrate with decreased amplitude.
B Resistance increases as lattice ions vibrate with increased amplitude.
C Resistance decreases as the number of conduction electrons increases.
D Resistance increases as the number of conduction electrons decreases.
(Total for Question 2 = 1 mark)
3 Which of the following units is equivalent to the newton?
A kg m s–1
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B kg m s–2
C kg m2 s–2
D kg m2 s–1
(Total for Question 3 = 1 mark)
2
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, 4 A circuit consists of a cell of e.m.f. 1.50 V connected to a 100 Ω resistor. A voltmeter is
connected across the 100 Ω resistor, as shown. The voltmeter reading is 1.45 V.
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A
100 Ω
V
Which of the following gives the internal resistance, in Ω, of the cell?
A (1.50 1.45) 100
1.45
1.50 100
B
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1.45
C (1.50 1.45) 100
1.50
1.45 100
D
1.50
(Total for Question 4 = 1 mark)
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