SUMMER 2026
PREDICTED PAPER
OCR GCSE (9–1) Physics A (Gateway
Science) J249/01 (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Physics A
(inside this document)
You can use:
a scientific or graphical calculator
F
• 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.
Note: In the worked solutions, marks for each question are represented using different colours
within the answers. This helps indicate the sections of the solution where marks are typically
awarded.
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Turn ove
, Section A
You should spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided
1.Which type of radiation has the greatest ionising power?
A Beta
B Gamma
C Alpha
D X-ray
Your answer [1]
2. In a nuclear fusion reaction, two hydrogen nuclei join together. What is produced?
A A smaller nucleus with less energy
B A heavier nucleus and energy released
C Two separate neutrons
D An alpha particle and a beta particle
Your answer [1]
3.A red apple is placed under green light only. What colour does the apple appear?
A Red
B Green
C White
D Black
Your answer [1]
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, 4.A battery produces direct current (d.c.). Which statement correctly describes d.c.?
A Current reverses direction 50 times per second
B Current flows in one direction only
C Voltage rises and falls continuously
D Current is always zero
Your answer [1]
5.A student uses an oscilloscope. The wave shown has a higher amplitude than before but
the same frequency. What has changed?
Before After
A The wave travels faster
B The wavelength has increased
C The wave carries more energy
D The frequency has increased
Your answer [1]
6.A ray of light hits a glass block at 0° to the normal (straight on). What happens to the ray?
A It bends towards the normal
B It bends away from the normal
C It continues straight through without bending
D It reflects back completely
Your answer [1]
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PREDICTED PAPER
OCR GCSE (9–1) Physics A (Gateway
Science) J249/01 (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Physics A
(inside this document)
You can use:
a scientific or graphical calculator
F
• 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.
Note: In the worked solutions, marks for each question are represented using different colours
within the answers. This helps indicate the sections of the solution where marks are typically
awarded.
for more: tyrionpapers.com
Turn ove
, Section A
You should spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided
1.Which type of radiation has the greatest ionising power?
A Beta
B Gamma
C Alpha
D X-ray
Your answer [1]
2. In a nuclear fusion reaction, two hydrogen nuclei join together. What is produced?
A A smaller nucleus with less energy
B A heavier nucleus and energy released
C Two separate neutrons
D An alpha particle and a beta particle
Your answer [1]
3.A red apple is placed under green light only. What colour does the apple appear?
A Red
B Green
C White
D Black
Your answer [1]
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, 4.A battery produces direct current (d.c.). Which statement correctly describes d.c.?
A Current reverses direction 50 times per second
B Current flows in one direction only
C Voltage rises and falls continuously
D Current is always zero
Your answer [1]
5.A student uses an oscilloscope. The wave shown has a higher amplitude than before but
the same frequency. What has changed?
Before After
A The wave travels faster
B The wavelength has increased
C The wave carries more energy
D The frequency has increased
Your answer [1]
6.A ray of light hits a glass block at 0° to the normal (straight on). What happens to the ray?
A It bends towards the normal
B It bends away from the normal
C It continues straight through without bending
D It reflects back completely
Your answer [1]
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