5054Cambridge O Levels

Physics Past Papers

12 exam sessions — 2019 to 2025

Exam Tips for Physics

1Paper 1 (MCQ): know all formulae and SI units cold — 40 marks, 1 hour.
2Paper 2 (Theory): show ALL working for every calculation — partial marks are given.
3Paper 4 (Alt to Practical): practice drawing and interpreting experimental graphs.
4Graphs: always label axes with quantity AND unit (e.g. 'Speed / m s⁻¹').
5Conversion pitfall: convert cm→m, g→kg, °C→K before substituting into formulae.

Question Papers

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Mark Schemes

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Study Notes for Physics