2025 OCR GCSE Physics B (Twenty First Century Science)
J259/04 Depth in physics (Higher Tier)
Complete Question paper with Marking Scheme Combined
Monday 16 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Physics B (Twenty First Century Science)
J259/04 Depth in physics (Higher Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Physics B
(inside this document)
You can use:
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
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 90.
• 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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1 According to Newton’s third law, when two objects interact, they apply forces on each other.
(a) A person pushes on a wall with a force of 100 N.
The diagram shows two forces that form an interaction pair between the person and the wall.
Force of wall
Force of person
pushing on person
pushing on wall = 100
N
Which statements about this pair of forces are true and which are false?
Tick (✓) one box in each row.
True False
Both forces are acting on the person.
The forces are the same kind of force.
The forces are opposite in direction.
The force of the wall on the person equals
100 N.
[3]
(b) Which of these forces is a contact force?
Tick (✓) one box.
Electrostatic
Friction
Gravitational
Magnetic
[1]
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(c) Complete the sentences in the table to describe each interaction pair of forces.
Use words from the list.
attracting Earth Moon negatively
positively repelling Sun
A magnet attracting an The iron bar.........................................the magnet.
iron bar.
A positively charged rod The piece of paper attracting the ........................................
attracting a piece of paper. charged rod.
The gravitational force of The gravitational force of the.........................................on
the Earth on the Moon.
the ........................................ .
[4]
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2 Scientists advise people to use sunscreen when they are outside on a sunny day.
Sunscreen absorbs the UV radiation from the Sun.
(a) * Explain:
• how exposure to UV radiation can cause damage to human tissue
• why it is important to use sunscreen when outside on a sunny day.
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2025
J259/04 Depth in physics (Higher Tier)
Complete Question paper with Marking Scheme Combined
Monday 16 June 2025 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Physics B (Twenty First Century Science)
J259/04 Depth in physics (Higher Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Physics B
(inside this document)
You can use:
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
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 90.
• 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 [601/8685/9]
OCR is an exempt Charity
DC (WW/CT) 357090/5
Turn over
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1 According to Newton’s third law, when two objects interact, they apply forces on each other.
(a) A person pushes on a wall with a force of 100 N.
The diagram shows two forces that form an interaction pair between the person and the wall.
Force of wall
Force of person
pushing on person
pushing on wall = 100
N
Which statements about this pair of forces are true and which are false?
Tick (✓) one box in each row.
True False
Both forces are acting on the person.
The forces are the same kind of force.
The forces are opposite in direction.
The force of the wall on the person equals
100 N.
[3]
(b) Which of these forces is a contact force?
Tick (✓) one box.
Electrostatic
Friction
Gravitational
Magnetic
[1]
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(c) Complete the sentences in the table to describe each interaction pair of forces.
Use words from the list.
attracting Earth Moon negatively
positively repelling Sun
A magnet attracting an The iron bar.........................................the magnet.
iron bar.
A positively charged rod The piece of paper attracting the ........................................
attracting a piece of paper. charged rod.
The gravitational force of The gravitational force of the.........................................on
the Earth on the Moon.
the ........................................ .
[4]
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2 Scientists advise people to use sunscreen when they are outside on a sunny day.
Sunscreen absorbs the UV radiation from the Sun.
(a) * Explain:
• how exposure to UV radiation can cause damage to human tissue
• why it is important to use sunscreen when outside on a sunny day.
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