Home Educational Materials Form 1 Physics Quiz – Topic 1.2: General Physics Educational Materials Form 1 Physics Quiz – Topic 1.2: General Physics By Dr Mayembe - May 22, 2025 59 0 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 RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Educational Materials Unpacking the head of the Statue of Liberty Educational Materials Animals being used as part of medical therapy Educational Materials Convict chain gang and prison guard in Georgia LEAVE A REPLY Cancel reply Please enter your comment! Please enter your name here You have entered an incorrect email address! Please enter your email address here Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Popular articles In the Heart of Zambia: Citizens Debate the Fight for Term Limits Politics Dr Mayembe - November 1, 2025 From Lawyer to President: The Rise of Edgar Lungu Politics Dr Mayembe - November 3, 2025 The Intersection of Policy and Politics in the 2026 Elections Politics Dr Mayembe - November 2, 2025 2026 Elections: A Turning Point for American Politics? Politics Dr Mayembe - November 2, 2025 0FansLike0FollowersFollow0SubscribersSubscribe
