MYP 4&5 Physics - 5 - copy
Subject Grade Points
Physics MYP 5 A 25 B 25 C 25
D 25
Question 1
Knowing and understanding
This task (questions 1 to 3) addresses the key concept of relationships and focuses on criterion A
(Knowing and understanding).
Archimedes' principle is applied in designing hot air balloons, ensuring lift and ight.
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Video 1
Understanding Archimedes' principle
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Q 1.1 Deduce the reason why both the crowns spilled different amount of water when A2
submerged in the tub.
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Q 1.2 State the force acting on a body when it is fully or partially immersed in a liquid. A1
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Q 1.3 Determine the physical relation Archimedes was trying to establish between the A2
forces acting on a body and the liquid displaced by it in this experiment.
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Q 1.4 Describe a method to nd the volume of the metal bob using the apparatus A4
provided in the picture. You may use additional equipment if needed
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Q 1.5 Discuss if the same procedure can be used to nd the volume of a piece of sponge A2
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Question 2
Density in uences the buoyancy, ow, and behavior of liquids and solids.
Density is a measure of mass per volume. The average density of an object equals its total mass
divided by its total volume. An object made from a comparatively dense material (such as iron) will
have less volume than an object of equal mass made from some less dense substance (such as
water). Perhaps the highest density known is reached in neutron star matter. The singularity at the
center of a black hole, according to general relativity, does not have any volume, so its density is
unde ned.
Q 2.1 The density of a particular liquid is 870 kg m−3 . From the list of substances given, A2
nd the substances which will oat in this liquid
Substance Density (Kg m-3)
Wood 690
Ice 920
Paraf n Wax 900
Rubber 970
Cork 240
Water 1000
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Q 2.2 The mass of the given stone is 250 g . Calculate the density of the stone. A1
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Q 2.3 Find the buoyant force acting on the stone when it is submerged in water. A2
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Q 2.4 Discuss how the concept of relative density can be applied in working of A3
submarines.
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Q 2.5 Discuss why it is important to have an idea about the relative density of different A2
substances.
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Q 2.6 If both the containers are identical, identify in which of the container the mass of A2
the liquid is more. Explain your answer using proper scienti c justi cation.
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Question 3
Mass is the measure of the amount of matter in an object.
When an MYP student was assigned the duty to clean and organize the school physics laboratory, he
found an old object as shown.
It was marked as 200 g . Using an electronic balance, he measured the object and recorded the mass
to be 197.4 g . He assumes that the electronic balance is faulty.
Q 3.1 Comment your opinion on his assumption. Your answer should include other B2
possible conclusions.
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Q 3.2 Write down the steps he could take to reach the most appropriate conclusion. A2
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Question 4
Investigation skills
This task (questions 4 to 6) addresses the key concept of change and focuses on criterion B
(Inquiring and designing) and criterion C (Processing and evaluating). In this task, you will
investigate the factors affecting the voltage in a solar cell.
Solar cells: Harnessing sunlight for clean and sustainable energy.
In order to investigate about the performance of a solar cell, an MYP student decides to study the
factors on which the current produced by solar cell depends. Initially he tries to change the intensity
of light falling on the cell and records the change in voltage produced.
Q 4.1 State a question that could be answered in this investigation. B1
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Q 4.2 Formulate and explain a hypothesis that could be tested in this question. B3
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Q 4.3 Identify the variables in this investigation. B3
Dependent Variable:
Independent Variable: Distance from the light source
Control Variable:
Control Variable:
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The data collected by the student is given below.
cm V
0 0.3612
10 0.2739
30 0.1495
60 0.0648
Q 4.4 Present the given data in graphical form. You should mark the axes correctly. C6
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Q 4.5 Describe why the graph you chose is the most appropriate one to represent this C2
data.
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Q 4.6 Interpret the data given and outline the result. C2
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Another student while performing the same investigation recorded the given set of data.
0 0.435
10 0.354
30 0.412
60 0.178
Q 4.7 Identify the anomalous data set among the given set. Suggest a reason why you C2
felt that to be anomalous.
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Q 4.8 Outline any one precautions that one has to take care of during this investigation B1
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Question 5
Solar cell is a semiconductor device that converts sunlight into electrical energy.
The student later on decided to investigate the dependence of voltage developed on the nature of
light falling on the solar cell.
Q 5.1 State a question that could be answered in this investigation. B1
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The student predicted a hypothesis for his investigation. He stated," The ltering of electromagnetic
radiation will have no effect on the solar energy produced by the panel."
The data the student collected is given below
No lter 0.3612 V
Green 0.2765 V
Blue 0.1508 V
Red 0.3137 V
Black 0.2085 V
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Q 5.2 Present the given data in graphical form. You should mark the axes correctly. C5
Q 5.3 Describe why the graph you chose is the most appropriate one to represent this C2
data.
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Q 5.4 Interpret the data given and outline the result. C2
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Q 5.5 Evaluate the validity of the hypothesis that was tested. C3
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Q 5.6 Suggest an improvement to this investigation. C1
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Question 6
Some of the factors affecting voltage in a solar cell are sunlight intensity, temperature, material
properties, and load resistance.
Another MYP student decided to further investigate into the factors affecting the voltage produced
by the solar cell. This time, he decides to investigate the relationship between the wavelength of the
light falling on the cell and voltage developed across it.
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Q 6.1 Design an experiment to undertake this study. In your design you should include: B 14
The independent and dependent variables.
Any assumptions you will make about control variables
The equipment you use
The measurement you will make
How you will collect suf cient data
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Question 7
Applying science
The global context is scienti c and technical innovation. This task (questions 7 and 8) addresses
the key concept of systems and assesses criterion D (Re ecting on the impacts of science).
Technology is helping in ensuring safer drinking water for the masses.
UV rays for water puri cation
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Uses for UV Science Learning Hub
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Q 7.1 Discuss and evaluate the implications of this type of technological advance in D 12
providing safe drinking water to the greater part of the population. In your answer
you should consider
The ethical implications of supplying safe drinking water.
The social implications
A concluding appraisal
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Question 8
Water puri ers ensure access to safe and clean drinking water, protects health, and prevents
waterborne diseases.
Water Puri ers are used to purify our drinking water. In a normal household having a private supply
of water such as from a well, the family is planning to install a water puri er. Some of the data they
have collected is given below.
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RO FILTER UV FILTER UF FILTER
Needs electricity for Needs electricity for puri cation Does not need electricity
puri cation
Filters out all bacteria and Kills all bacteria and viruses but Filters out all bacteria and
viruses doesn’t eliminate them viruses
Requires high water Works with normal tap water Works with normal tap water
pressure and uses an pressure pressure
additional pump
Removes dissolved salts Cannot remove dissolved salts Cannot remove dissolved salts
and harmful metals and harmful metals and harmful metals
Filters out all the Doesn’t lter out suspended Filters out all the suspended and
suspended and visible and visible impurities visible impurities
impurities
Size of membrane: 0.0001 No membrane Size of membrane: 0.01 Micron
Micron
Removes 90% TDS (Total No TDS removal No TDS removal
Dissolved Solids)
Operational cost is high Operational cost is low Operational cost is low
compared to other types
Wastage of water is high No wastage of water Wastage of water is low
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Q 8.1 Using the information in the tables, discuss and evaluate the water puri er which D 13
you would recommend for the family, clearly justifying your recommendation. In this
extended piece of writing, you should consider the social and economic factors and
include
The advantages of the chosen puri er
The disadvantages of the chosen puri er
The perspective of the family
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