HomeEducational MaterialsForm 1 Physics Quiz – Topic 1.2: General Physics Form 1 Physics Quiz – Topic 1.2: General Physics Educational Materials Published on May 22, 2025 By Dr Mayembe FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Form 1 Physics Quiz – Topic 1.2: General Physics 1 / 20 In equilibrium, the net force acting on a system is? Very large Upwards Equal to weight Zero Evaluates concept of balance. 2 / 20 What is the main cause of gross errors in experiments? Instrument defect Parallax Human mistake Random error Assesses error knowledge. 3 / 20 What do you use to determine the weight of an object? Balance scale Spring balance Thermometer Stop watch Tests instrument selection. 4 / 20 Which is a feature of a good scientific investigation? Objectivity Copying Guessing Bias Assesses scientific investigation skills. 5 / 20 What is the unit of mass in SI? gram kilogram pound tonne Tests unit recognition. 6 / 20 Which of these shows a state of unstable equilibrium? A book on a flat table A hanging pendulum A ball on a hilltop A door hinge Tests types of equilibrium. 7 / 20 How is density calculated? mass ÷ volume volume ÷ area weight × time area ÷ time Tests understanding of physical formulae. 8 / 20 What are significant figures used for? Drawing graphs Reading textbooks Estimating force Expressing measurement accuracy Assesses numeric accuracy in recording data. 9 / 20 Which device measures time most accurately in physics experiments? Clock Stop watch Pendulum Thermometer Checks timing device knowledge. 10 / 20 What is the period of a pendulum affected by? Mass Length of string Length and gravity Air pressure Tests concept of time measurement. 11 / 20 How can precision error be reduced in measurement? Repeating the measurement Ignoring the zero mark Using smaller rulers Closing one eye Evaluates understanding of error minimization. 12 / 20 Which instrument is used to measure the volume of a liquid? Ruler Vernier caliper Measuring cylinder Spring balance Checks correct usage of lab tools. 13 / 20 What prefix means one million times the unit? milli mega centi micro Tests knowledge of metric prefixes. 14 / 20 Which of the following is NOT a basic physical quantity? Length Mass Time Pressure Differentiates between basic and derived quantities. 15 / 20 What is the center of mass? The point where mass is concentrated A force applied Volume of an object A type of graph Evaluates understanding of balance concepts. 16 / 20 Which principle encourages scientists to publish their findings? Secrecy Report writing Experimenting Guessing Tests understanding of scientific communication. 17 / 20 What is the SI unit of force? gram calorie dyne newton Tests knowledge of SI units. 18 / 20 Which of these quantities is a derived quantity? Velocity Time Mass Length Checks classification of physical quantities. 19 / 20 Which instrument is best used to measure the diameter of a thin wire accurately? Metre rule Thermometer Micrometer screw gauge Spring balance Evaluates understanding of measuring instruments. 20 / 20 Which of the following is a basic principle of scientific investigation? Memorization Observation Repetition Argument Tests knowledge of key scientific principles. Your score isThe average score is 53% By Wordpress Quiz plugin Latest articles Politics Web of Lies: Investigating the Deep Roots of [Specific Scandal] In recent years, the has emerged as a focal point of public outrage... November 3, 2025 Politics Corruption Chronicles: [Key Figure] at the Center of the Storm In recent years, the issue of corruption has taken center... November 3, 2025 Entertainment Ellen DeGeneres to Hand Out ‘Millions’ Of Dollars in Bonuses As Hit Talk Show Ends We all know that Oscar nominees get treated to incredible swag bags every year... November 3, 2025 Entertainment Eurovision Hopeful Sam Ryder Says ‘Cliquey Scoreboard’ Nearly Put Him Off Competition We all know that Oscar nominees get treated to incredible swag bags every year... November 3, 2025 More like this Politics Web of Lies: Investigating the Deep Roots of [Specific Scandal] In recent years, the has emerged as a focal point of public outrage... November 3, 2025 Politics Corruption Chronicles: [Key Figure] at the Center of the Storm In recent years, the issue of corruption has taken center... November 3, 2025 Entertainment Ellen DeGeneres to Hand Out ‘Millions’ Of Dollars in Bonuses As Hit Talk Show Ends We all know that Oscar nominees get treated to incredible swag bags every year... November 3, 2025