AQA GCSE PHYSICS EXAMINATION ELECTRICITY- 2026 (Physics – Energy, Circuits & Electrical Phenomena) Qualification: GCSE Physics (AQA Specification) Paper Code: 8463/2 Topic Area: Electricity

AQA GCSE PHYSICS EXAMINATION
ELECTRICITY- 2026


(Physics – Energy, Circuits & Electrical Phenomena)


Qualification: GCSE Physics (AQA Specification)
Paper Code: 8463/2
Topic Area: Electricity


Date: __________________________
Time: __________________________
Duration: 1 Hour 45 Minutes


Total Marks: 80


INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Answer ALL questions.
Show all working clearly and include units in all final answers.
Use correct circuit symbols when drawing diagrams.
Give answers to the correct significant figures where appropriate.
A Formula Sheet is provided.

,Use of a calculator is permitted.
ASSESSMENT FOCUS
Current, voltage, and resistance
Series and parallel circuits
Electrical power and energy transfer
Ohm’s law
Components (diodes, resistors, LDRs, thermistors)
Mains electricity and safety
CANDIDATE DETAILS


Full Name: ____________________________________________
Candidate Number: _____________________________________
Centre Number: ________________________________________
Signature: ____________________________________________


FOR EXAMINER’S USE ONLY
Question Marks Available Marks Awarded
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, Total 80




What is the circuit symbol for a cell?



Cell




What is the circuit symbol for a diode?



Diode




What is the circuit symbol for a fuse?



Fuse




What is the circuit symbol for a lamp (bulb)?



Lamp (Bulb)