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SMKA Sheikh Haji Othman Abdul Wahab

Science - Paper 1 And Paper 2


Test 1 Class : Instruction: For questions 1 to 40, each question is followed by four answers. Choose the best answer. 05 April 2012 Marks : 1 Hour

1.

The following statements are true about science except Pernyataan berikut adalah benar mengenai sains kecuali A battery can produce electricity. bateri boleh menghasilkan arus elektrik B wood can float on water. C body temperature rises during work out. D Sunday is a holiday in many countries. Which of the following incident is not a natural phenomena? A B C D A baby cries when she is hungry. A baby grows up to become an adult. An object will fall if release at mid air. Ice melts if surrounding temperature rises.

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3.

Which of the following activities require the use of science? A B C D Making announcements through a speaker. Plucking rambutans with a bamboo stick. Counting with your fingers. Chopping vegetable with a chopper.

4.

A person who is expert in natural or physical sciences is A B C D a scientist. a doctor. a lawyer. an astronaut.

5.

Which of the following is not a natural phenomenon? A B C D Price of petrol increases every year. There are two ways to Seremban from Kuala Lumpur. A mobile phone is more expensive than a ruler. Thunder is heard after lightning.

6.

The following are natural phenomena except A B C D volcanic eruption. pollution. earthquake. thunder.
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7.

Science can be described as A B C D the study of how natural phenomena occurs. the study of how different countries fight crimes. the study of different types of culture. the price of water variation in different countries.

8.

Which of the following is a science-related career? A B C D Dentist. Police. Lawyer. Bus driver.

9.

Which of the following terms best describe the work of studying planets and stars? A B C D Meteorology Physiology Astronomy Geology

10.

Which of the following statements about science is incorrect? A B C D Science helps in inventing machines and technology. Science helps human being to understand the environment. Science provides the knowledge to build rocket. Science can make dead organic matter alive.

11.

The following is science-based subject except A B C D medicine. history. communication technology. biotechnology.

12.

Which of the following is not a man-made object? A B C D Televisions. Spaceship. Gold. Radio.

13.

The study of science is important to human because A B C D it improves our health. it helps baby to become an adult. it helps us to get higher pay. it helps us to be a leader.

14.

Which of the following statement is incorrect about technological improvement? A Technological improvement increases rate and efficiency of productivity.
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B Technological improvement can fertilize an ovum from a bear with a sperm from a deer, to produce new species. C Technological improvement enables us to watch a Badminton Cup live. D Technological improvement makes the process of detecting disease easier.
15.

Which of the following is a special feature of natural phenomena? A B C D The occurrence depending on certain periods only. They can be stopped by human. They are not man-made. They occur in some places only.

16.

Which of the following statement is true about inference? A B C D The Sun rise in the North. An insect has 6 legs. The temperature at foot hill is higher than the temperature on a hill. The Earth revolves round the Sun.

17.

Which of the following is incorrect about science? A B C D Science enable doctors to find medical solutions to cure disease. Science has made it possible for astronaut to land on the Moon. Science has created pollution to human. Science can be described as the study of how natural phenomena occur.

18.

Which of the following statements concerning the improvement of science and technology is incorrect? A B C D We can communicate with friends in overseas by e-mail. Human can reach the Moon. Many types of diseases can be cured. We can bring dead organisms alive.

19.

Which of the following is not a natural phenomenon? A B C D Pollution. Earthquake. Volcano eruption. Hot spring.

20.

Which of the following is correct about science? A B C D Science is about technological knowledge to meet human needs. Science is about experiment conducted by scientist. Science is the common laboratory rule. Science refers to the organized knowledge of the physical world and its natural phenomena.

21.

Which of the following inferences is/are true? I II Planet Mars revolves around the Sun. The Earth sets in the East.
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III The Sun rises in the West. A B C D


22.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements is/are true about science? The Sun revolves around the Earth. I II The Moon revolves around the Earth. III Light travels faster than sound. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

23.

The following is the importance of science to mankind except science helps mankind to understand about universe. I II science helps mankind to be successful. III science helps mankind to earn respect. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

24.

Which of the following careers is/are science-based? Geologist. I II Zoologist. III Accountant. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

25.

Which of the following incidents is/are not a natural phenomena? A baby cries when she feels hungry. I II Solid ice cube melts under a hot sun. III Seeds germinated. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

26.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?


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Science is the study of religious. I II Science helps mankind to invent solar cell to generate electricity. III Science has made it possible to invent machine which can fly in the air. A B C D
27.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements about science is/are incorrect?

Science helps mankind to understand human behaviour. I II Science helps mankind to invent machines. III Science helps mankind to solve problems. A B C D
28.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following objects is/are not science-based? Gold. I II Telephone. III Ship. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

29.

Which of the following incidents is/are natural phenomena? Volcanic eruption. I II Earthquake. III Pollution. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

30.

Which of the following subjects is/are science-based? Engineering. I II Medicine. III Music. A I, II, III B I, II
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C II, III D I only


31.

The period oscillation of a pendulum depends on the A B C D length of the pendulum. mass of the pendulum. size of the pendulum. angle of oscillation.

32.

The following is the steps in planning scientific investigation except A B C D making hypothesis. testing science equipment. interpreting data. controlling variables.

33.

The basic skill in a scientific investigation is A B C D making hypothesis. predicting. observing. analyzing data.

34.

Which of the following labels can be found on a bottle that contains alcohol? A

35.

P Collect data Q Do observation R Do experiment S Make conclusion T Analysis data The above shows the skills of a science process. Choose the correct one. A B C D QRPTS RQPTS RQTPS TRQSP

36.

Where should we keep the materials that have a warning label as shown in the above diagram? A B C D
37.

Water. Paraffin oil. Plumbum container. Alcohol.

Which of the following statements about the safety rules in laboratory is not true? A B C D Return all chemical substances to the original place after use. Do not eat or drink in the laboratory. Report any accident to teacher at once. Pour unused chemical substances back into their bottles.

38.

The following statement is true about variables in an experiment except that A B C D some variables change due to response change of other variables. some variables can be kept constant. some variables are changed by the experimenter. some variables are allowed to change uncontrollably.

39.

In some experiment, changing the condition is mainly for A B C D controlling the variables. doing the experiment in various places. doing the experiment at different times. repeating the experiment as many times as it can.

40.

Which of the following means by analyzing and interpreting? A B C D Seeking the meaning of what has been observed. Thinking of whether the hypothesis is valid. Collecting data. Summarising and writing a report.
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41.

Below are the correct methods to heat chemical material in testing tube, except A B C D use pincers to hold a testing tube do not put a hot testing tube directly into water. put as much chemical substances as possible into a testing tube in order to get a specific result. shake the testing tube gradually.

42.

Where does the sodium metal should be kept in a laboratory? A B C D In the water. On a clean table. In the paraffin oil. At cold and dry place.

43.

Which of the following statements is true? A B C D Observed data can be easily remembered. Observed data needs to be recorded but it does not serve any purpose. Observed data must be neatly tabulated and recorded. Observed data can be written on a rough piece of paper.

44.

Kim Seng needs the time of 20 complete oscillations of the pendulum shown above to solve a mathematical problem. Calculate the time taken to solve the mathematical problem if the pendulum takes 1 second to swing from X to Y? A B C D
45.

1 second 10 seconds 20 seconds 40 seconds

Which of the following symbols is correctly labelled? A

46.

Fire caused by petrol can be extinguished by using the following extinguishers except A B C D acid soda extinguisher. BCF extinguisher. carbon dioxide extinguisher. dry powder extinguisher.

47.

Which of the following a scientist should not do? A B C D Form a hypothesis. Change experimental data when necessary. Identify problems. Plan experiments.

48.

If a hypothesis is valid, it should be made into a A B C D experiment. result. theory. survey.

49.

Which of the following is true about the necessity to make a hypothesis? A B C D It speeds up the process of getting the experiment result. It gives a clear idea of what we are trying to find and also to identify a problem. It makes it faster to collect data. It makes it easier to collect apparatus.

50.

Which of the following is true about the special feature of scientific investigation? A B C D No matter who carries out the investigation, the results should be the same. All the investigations must be equipped with sophisticated equipment. Investigation can only be carried out by special scientists. Investigation cannot be carried out by an individual.

51.

The above shows a swinging pendulum. It completes one oscillation when it moves from I XYZ II X Y Z Y X III Y Z Y X Y A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Steps in scientific method must not involve changing data to suit the hypothesis. I II determining the variables in every experiments. III analyzing and interpreting data carefully. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

53.

A scientist must possess the ability to identify problems. I II carry out experiments. III interpret data. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

54.

Sand can used to put out fire caused by methane. I II wood. III petrol. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

55.

Choose the characteristics of yellow flame. Produce shoot. I II Not very hot. III Purple in colour. A I, II, III B I, II
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C II, III D I only


56.

In scientific method, steps that should be taken are making a hypothesis. I II controlling the variable. III making statements based on the results of experiment. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

57.

Choose chemical substance that is corrosive. Diluted alkaline. I II Concentrated acid. III Alcohol. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

58.

While doing experiment, accuracy of a reading can be increased by Repeat the measurement for a few times. I II Avoid parallax error. III Count the systematic error of a measuring tool A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

59.

Which of the following are benefits of science and technology? To control the Earth forever. I II To improve our standard of living. III More effective communication. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

60.

The skills of science process include making conclusion. I II doing observation. III recording and analysing data.
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A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements about the safety rules in laboratory is/are true? Read all the instructions carefully before start doing any activities or experiments. I II Do not use hands to touch any chemical substance. III Testing chemical substance is allowed. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

62.

The above shows a label sticked on a bottle with an unknown solution. What should we do when we deals with the solution? Use a small quantity only. I II Wear hand gloves. III Keep in water. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Pendulum's Length of Period for 10 weight string (cm) oscillations (s) 2N 16 8 4N 16 8 4N 8 4 The above shows the results of an experiment on a free-swinging pendulum. What conclusion can be made? Pendulums weight does not affect the period of oscillations. I II Pendulum's length affects the period of oscillations. III Pendulum's weight and length affect the period of oscillations. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

64.

When using a Bunsen burner, we should do the following to avoid accidents.


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Do not heat flammable substances like alcohol directly. I II Do not point the test tube to any one when heating solutions. III Throw away the Bunsen burner if it is too hot. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of these actions involve in scientific investigations? Modify information to suit hypothesis. I II Analyzing data and interpreting data. III Controlling variables. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

66.

The S.I. unit for temperature measured by a thermometer is A B C D degrees Fahrenheit. degrees Celsius. ampere. Newton.

67.

Which of the following prefixes is used to denote the smallest value? A B C D Nano Micro Mega Giga

68.

Which of the following is incorrect? Quantity Time Mass Length Temperature S.I. unit Second (s) Kilogram (Kg) Centimeter (cm) Kelvin (K)

A B C D
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Which of the following is S.I. unit? A B C D kilo deci centi kelvin

70.

Which of the following is SI unit for time?


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A B C D
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kg m A s

Which of the following is SI unit for temperature? A B C D Ampere Kelvin Second Metre

72.

Which of the following is SI unit for mass? A B C D Gram Degree Celsius Kilometre Ampere

73.

0.1 metre can be written as A B C D 1 cm 10 cm 100 cm 1000 cm

74.

Which of the following value is equivalent to 0.001 metre? A B C D 1 cm 1 mm 1 km 1m

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0.5 kg is equivalent to A B C D 0.5 g 5g 50 g 500 g

76.

Which of the following conversion is not correct? A B C D 0.1 m = 10 cm 1 mm = 0.01 cm 0.03 m = 3 cm 0.004 m = 4 mm

77.

1 cm on a map is equivalent to 100 km. What is the actual distance between Town X and Town Y If if the distance on the map is 0.9 cm?
A 9 km
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B 90 km C 900 km D 9000 km
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Express

300 mg

in kilogram and into standard form.

A 3.0 102 kg B 3.0 103 kg C 3.0 104 kg D 3.0 105 kg


79.

Which of the following is the multiplication factor for the prefix of micro? A 101 B 102 C 104 D 106

80.

7 mg can be written as A

7 g 10
7 g 100

7 g 1000
7 g 10000

81.

Which of the following is the SI unit for mass and weight? Mass N S kg N Weight kg km N S

A B C D
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Which of the following of the SI unit is incorrect? Basic units kilogram Symbols kg
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B C D
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metre second ampere

m s M

If an object is 85 mg, convert it into gram. A 0.0085 g B 85 102 g C 8.5 102 g D 8.5 104 g

84.

Which of the following is not a base physical quantity? A B C D Electrical current. Time. Length. Electrical power.

85.

0.003 m is similar to A B C D 3 mm 3 cm 30 km 30 nm

86.

Which of the following equations is not true? A B C D 20 Kg + 50 g = 20050 g 0.2 m + 30 cm = 0.5 m 10 cm + 2 mm = 102 mm 0.7 Kg + 15 g = 0.85 Kg

87.

If the length and width of a paper are 20 cm and 12 cm respectively, what is the total area of this piece of paper in mm2? A B C D 24 240 24000 240000

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How much is the total area of the piece of leaf on a graph paper as shown in the above diagram?
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A B C D
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7 8 9 10

Which of the following is a physical quantity? A B C D Roughness of the road. Speed of a train. Mass of a wood. Colour of a car.

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Which of the following statements is true about physical quantity? A B C D Something that can be measured. Something that is very big. Something that is very small. Something that varies with time.

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Which of the following is matched correctly? Standard form 2 106


3 103 g 5 103 m

I II III A B C D
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Prefix form 2M 3 kg 5 mm

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is equivalent to 0.2 metre? 20 cm. I II 200 mm. III 2 cm. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

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The table below shows some physical quantities and its S.I unit. Which of the pair is matched incorrectly? Physical quantity Length Mass Time S.I unit Metre (m) Kilogram (k) Second (sec)
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I II III

A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is not a physical quantity? Speed of a car. I II Colour of a building. III Roughness of the road. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

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Which of the following is physical quantity? Electric current. I II Mass. III Density. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

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The wheels of a motorcycle make 100 turns in 2 minutes. What is the time taken for one turn? 1.2 seconds. I II 0.12 seconds. III 0.012 seconds. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

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Which of the following equation is not true? 0.7 kg + 15 g = 0.85 kg I II 30 kg + 70 g = 30070 g III 30 cm + 2 mm = 302 mm A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

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Which of the following is about the measurement of length? I Distance between 3 lamp-posts.
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II Thickness of a sheet of paper. III Diameter of a bottle. A B C D


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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following units is use to measure volume? Gram. I II Cubic centimetre. III Millimetre. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following conversion is not correct?


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0.1 m = 10 cm I II 1 cm = 100 mm III 0.01 cm = 1 mm A B C D


101.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is matched correctly? Prefix Mega Centi Milli I, II, III I, II II, III I only Multiplication factor 106
102
101

I II III A B C D
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Which of the following S.I unit is matched correctly? Basic quantity Mass Temperature Electric current Basic unit Kilogram (kg) Kelvin (K) Ampere (A)
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I II III

A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Choose the following that is not true. 1 Kg = 1000 g I II 1 m = 1000 cm III 0.1 Km = 10 m A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following concerning temperature is true? I Melting point of pure ice is at 0C .

II The boiling point of pure water is at 100C. III S.I. unit of temperature is Kelvin (K) A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Choose the S.I. unit for temperature readings taken with a thermometer. Degree Celsius. I II Degree Fahrenheit. III Ampere. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statement is not true about weight? A B C D


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A denser object is heavier. In different places, the weight of an object varies. Weight is the amount of matter in an object. Gravity can influence the weight of an object.

Which of the following statement is incorrect?

A B C D
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Spring balance can be used to measure mass. The mass of an object does not depend on gravitational pull. The amount of matter in an object is mass. The mass of an object always remain the same.

Which of the following is true about the mass of an object? A B C D


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The mass of an object is heavier on the Moon. The mass of an object varies in different places. The mass of an object remains the same regardless of where it is measured. The mass of an object depends on the pull of gravity force.

Which of the following statements about the mass is not true? A B C D


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Mass is the quantity of matter in an object. Mass can be measured by using the spring balance. Mass of an object is fixed even if it is measured in another planet. The gravity force does not affect the mass of an object.

The following statements is true about weight except A


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the weight of an object on the Moon is of its weight on the Earth. B the weight of an object in a spaceship decreases when it gets further away from the Earth. C the value of weight varies in different places. D the weight of an object in the North Pole is smaller than its weight in the Equator. The unit for mass is
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A B C D
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hour. meter. centimetre. kilogram.

If the mass of an astronaut on the Moon is 75 kg, what is his mass on the Earth? A B C D
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0 kg 65 kg 75 kg 85 kg

The instrument that can be used to measure the mass of an object is a A B C D compression balance. spring balance. lever balance. thermometer.
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114.

The above diagram shows an instrument to measure the A B C D


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mass of an object. weight of an object. area of an object. length of an object.

Which of the following is true about weight? A B C D


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The weight of an object is the area of the object. The weight of an object is the pull of gravity on the object. The weight of an object is the mass of the object. The weight of an object is the speed of the object.

Choose the correct statement about weight and mass from the following. A B C D
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Mass is the pull of gravity on an object, weight is the amount of matter. Weight is the pull of gravity on an object, mass is the amount of matter. Human body may have weight but no mass. Weight and mass are the same.

Which of the following is incorrect? Mass A Amount of matter in an object. B SI unit is kilogram. C Value varies in different places. D Measured by lever balance.
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Weight Pull of gravity on an object. SI unit is Newton. Value is always constant. Measured by spring balance.

What is the SI unit of weight? A B C D Newton Kilogram Ampere Cubic metre

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Mass of a dry, clean beaker Mass of a beaker + liquid


10 0 cm
3

of

Pg Qg
1 cm 3

Based on the above table, what is the mass of A (P Q)g B (Q P)g C (Q P)g 100 D (P Q)g 100

of liquid?

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Pull of gravity of an object Measure by compression balance Value varies in different places Which of the following has the above characteristics? A B C D Weight. Mass. Area. Volume.

Mass is
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A B C D
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the pull of gravity on an object. its SI unit is Newton. the value varies in different places. the amount of matter in an object.

Which of the following equipment is the most accurate in weighing? A B C D


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Spring balance. Electronic balance. Lever balance. Compression balance.

The weight of an astronaut is 150 N on the Moon, what is his weight on the Earth?

A B C D
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50 N 150 N 300 N 600 N

A student wants to measure a piece of plasticine in an experiment. What kind of balances is suitable?
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A B C D
125.

Lever balance. Spring balance. Compression balance. Beam balance.

In an experiment, a student needs to measure the weight of a plasticine. Which of these balances is suitable? Compression balance. I II Lever balance. III Beam balance. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statement is not related to weight?


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Weight is measured by beam balance. I II Weight is the amount of matter in an object. III The weight of an object remains the same regardless the place the weight is measured. A B C D
127.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following instrument is the most accurate in weighing? Electronic balance. I II Beam balance. III Compression balance. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statement is not related to mass? The mass is measured by spring balance. I II The mass of an object remains constant regardless the place the mass is measured. III Mass of an object is the amount of matter in the object. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only
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Choose the following statement which is true about weight and mass.
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Both weight and mass can be measured in Newton. I II Weight changes according to the pull of gravity but mass remains constant. III Weight is measured by spring balance but mass is measured by beam balance. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Choose the following that is used to measure weight. Spring balance. I II Compression balance. III Lever balance. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The figure below shows the comparison between weight and mass. Which of the following pair is matched correctly? Weight SI unit is N Value varies in different places III Pull of gravity on an object I II A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only Mass SI unit is kg Value is constant everywhere Amount of matter in an object

Which of the following is incorrect about weight?


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Measure by beam balance. I II Value varies in different places. III Pull of gravity on an object. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

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Which of the following is true about mass?


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The amount of matter in an object. I II Value constant everywhere. III Measure by spring balance. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Choose the following that is used to measure mass. Lever balance. I II Spring balance. III Compression balance. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is true about the usage of International System of Units? A B C D
136.

Improve communication which can make comparisons easily. Improve the accuracy of measurement. Reduce typical types of instrument in the market. Increase more types of instrument in the market.

If standard unit system is not available, what will happen to the international communication? A B C D
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Information can be transferred easily. Exchange of knowledge and data involving science cannot be carried out easily. International trading can be operated at a faster pace. Data collected by scientist can be sent at a faster pace.

In 1960, the International Conference of Weight and Measurements in Paris agreed to use the International System of Units (SI) as international standard. What is the purpose of adopting this standard? A B C D So that arguments among scientist can be avoided. To prove that the idea of French is more knowledgeable. So that the diplomatic ties between countries can be strengthened. So that discussions and ideas of scientist can be understood by scientist from all over the world.

The following statements are true about the importance of using standard units except
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A standardizing measuring units at international level. B counting can be simplified and there will be no confusion among countries.
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C there will be common communication in various fields. D measurement process can be faster. Which of the following statement is incorrect?
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A Standardization is necessary because it facilitates analysis of data and information by comparison. B Standardization is necessary because it avoids problems related to the usage of different systems of unit in measurements. C Standardization is necessary because it make consumers not able to compare prices. D Standardization is necessary because knowledge of science and technology can be exchanged more effectively. S.I unit was introduced so that
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argument and confusion can be eliminated. I II counting can be simplified. III trading can be carried out easier. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements is/are true about the importance of standard unit? Trading can be operated smoothly and faster. I II Big figures can be written in shorter forms. III All discussions and ideas can be understood by people from different countries. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Various standard units have been adopted. What will happen if grocery goods are sold in different unit of weight? There will be confusion between consumer and trader. I II Consumer will not be able to compare price. III Economies of the countries will growth. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

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143.

Based on to the above diagram, how many plumbum balls are needed to put into the measuring cylinder so as the water level increases to 100 cm3? The volume of a plumbum ball is 2 cm3. A B C D 5 10 15 20

When 30 drops of water are taken out from a burette, the water level drops from 60 cm3 to 51 cm3. 144. Find the volume of 1 drop of water. A B C D
145.

0.2 cm3 0.3 cm3 0.4 cm3 0.5 cm3 of water is poured into a
10 0 cm3

40 cm3

beaker. An iron nail weighs

10 g

and its density is

How many nails are needed to put into the beaker, so as the water can fill the beaker completely? A B C D
146.

5 gcm3.

10 20 30 40

Which of the following instruments is suitable to measure the length of a fish accurately? A B C D
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A measuring tape. An external calipers. A half metre ruler. A meter ruler.

A teacher wants to measure the length of a classroom. Which of the following instruments is suitable? A B C D A half-meter ruler. A pair of vernier calipers. A metre ruler. A measuring tape.

Choose the following which is not a derivative unit.


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A B C D
149.

Newton. Watt. Joule. Kelvin.


44 .6 cm 3

Initially, there is

of oil in a burette. 500 drops of the oil are then released into a beaker and
33 .2 cm3 .

the level of oil in the burette decreased to A 0.22 8 cm3 B 0.022 8 cm3 C 0.064 4 cm3 D 0.79 2 cm3

Find the volume of each drop of oil.

Which of the following is the unit for acceleration?


150.

A m2 B ms 2 C ms 4 D kgms1
2 ms 1

151.

Jasmine cycled at a speed of A B C D 50 m 75 m 100 m 150 m

for 50 seconds. What is the total distance she had travelled?

152.

Based on the above diagram, five stones are put into the measuring cylinder with What is the new level of water? A 85 cm3 B 95 cm3 C 105 cm3 D 115 cm3
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80 cm3

of water.

153.

If a car wheel turns 100 times in 2 minutes, what is the total time taken for a complete turning of the wheel? A B C D 0.02 s 1.2 min 1.2 s 0.2 min

154.

Distance between city A and city B is 1856 m. Mei Ling drives from city A to city B in 116 seconds. Mei Ling travels at a speed of A B C D 15 ms-1. 16 ms-1. 17 ms-1. 18 ms-1.

155.

According to the above diagram, what is the density of the cork if its mass is 0.5 g? A 0.1gcm3. B 1.0 gcm3. C 10.0 gcm3. D 100 gcm3.
23 cm3

156.

The suitable instrument to measure A B C D test tube. beaker. pipette. measuring cylinder.

of a liquid accurately is a

What is the liquid that contains in a clinical thermometer?


157.

A B C D
158.

Mercury. Oil. Water. Acid.

Which of the following mixtures can be separated by using a filter? A Water and milk.
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B Sugar and water. C Sand and salt water. D Alcohol and water. Select the parts of a microscope that has been incorrectly matched with its functions.
159.

Function Focus and magnify the A object. B Condenser Help to focus the light ray to the specimen. Mirror Reflect light to the object C lens. D Diaphragm Controls the quantity of light get through the lens. A student wants to measure the volume of a chemical solution. Which measuring tool is suitable?
160.

Part Eye lens

A B C D
161.

Measuring cylinder. Pipette. Beaker. Burette.

Select the instrument that can be used to measure the volume of a solution with the greatest accuracy. A B C D Beaker. Burette. Pipette. Test tube.

162.

Which of the following diagrams shows the correct way of measuring boiling point of water with a thermometer? A

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163.

Based on the above diagram, what is the volume of the stone? A 9 cm3 B 11 cm3 C 47 cm3 D 58 cm3
20 mm 3

164.

In an experiment, a student requires measuring instrument should be used? A B C D Beaker. Burette. Measuring cylinder. Pipette.

of liquid from a bottle. Which of the following

165.

15 ml of water is poured into a beaker which has a volume of 150 ml. If one marble can displace 4.5 ml of water, how many marbles is required to fill the beaker completely?
In an experiment, A B C D 20 25 30 35
0.1 cm 3

166.

Which of the following instruments is capable of measuring up to A Burette.


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accurately?

B Beaker. C Measuring cylinder. D Vernier calipers.


167.

A student wants to measure a few rods with lengths measuring between 12 cm and 22 cm. Which instrument is suitable for this purpose? A B C D Vernier calipers. Opisometer and thread. Internal calipers. Ruler.

168.

Based on the above diagram, find the volume of the stone. A 6 cm3 B 16 cm3 C 30 cm3 D 46 cm3

169.

Two corks of equal sizes are used in the above diagram. What is the volume of one cork? A 6 cm3 B 3.5 cm3 C 3 cm3 D 3 cm2

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170.

In an experiment, a student needs to measure the volume of water by using a measuring cylinder. Which eye position is correct to read the water level mark? A B C D
171.

W X Y Z

A student wants to measure a ball bearing in an experiment, which of the following instruments is most suitable? A B C D Micrometer screw gauge. Vernier calipers. Internal calipers. Measuring tape.

172.

What is the area of the irregular shape shown in the above diagram? A 8 cm2 B 9 cm2 C 10 cm2 D 11 cm2 In an experiment, a student poured 40 ml of copper sulphate solution into a burette. Given that after releasing 20 drops of the solution, the reading became 18 ml. Determine the average volume of one drop of the solution. A B C D

173.

1.0 ml 1.1 ml 1.2 ml 1.3 ml

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174.

In an experiment, three pieces of polystyrene are tied to a string. Which of the following is not needed to measure the volume? A B C D Beaker. Measuring cylinder. Rock. Water.

Which of the following is incorrect?


175.

A B C D

Measurements Length Diameter Area Volume

Units m, cm and mm m, cm and mm

m2 , cm2 m2 , cm2

2 and mm 2 and mm

The following statements are true about measurement except


176.

A B C D
177.

accuracy refers to the proximity of a measurement to its true value. a measurement is accurate if there is no error. vernier calipers have accuracy up to 0.001cm. parallax error refers to the reading error cause by incorrect position of eye while reading.

Given that the volume of one marble is needed to increase the water level to A B C D
178.

1 cm 3 .
3

Based on the above diagram, how many marbles are

120 cm

5 10 20 120 Length Height Width 6 cm P Q


14 4 cm 3 .

The above shows the dimension of a box with a volume of and Q?


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What is the possible value of P

A B C D
179.

P 2cm 8cm 3cm 8cm

Q 72cm 4cm 8cm 8cm

The steps that we can take to maximize the accuracy of a measurement are Placing the eye correctly to the scale. I II Take a few measurement. III Try to avoiding parallax errors. A B C D
180.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following tools is used to measure length? Ruler. I II Micrometer. III Vernier caliper. A B C D
181.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following shows some apparatus matched to its functions. Which of the pairs is/are matched correctly? Apparatus Burette Vernier calipers Function Measure the mass of an irregular object. Measure the length of an object such as external and internal of a test tube. Estimate the area of an irregular object.

I II

III Graph paper

A B C D
182.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following measuring tools are suitable to measure a small volume of liquid? I II A beaker. A pipette.
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III A burette. A B C D
183.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements is/are true about measurement? A measurement is accurate if there is no error. I II Parallax errors can be avoided by placing the eye directly to the scale. III Accuracy refers to the proximity of a measurement. A B C D
184.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following measuring tools can be used to measure a very short length accurately? Vernier calipers. I II Micrometer screw gauge. III Internal calipers. A B C D
185.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements about taking readings is/are correct? If a hand lens is used to see the scale, parallax errors will be eliminated. I II Parallax errors occur mainly due to incorrect position of the eye when taking readings. III By placing the eye directly above the scale, parallax errors will be eliminated. A B C D
186.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows the process of filtration. Which of the following P, Q and R is labelled correctly?
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P Residue I II Q Mixture III R Filtrate A B C D


187.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following measuring tools is/are suitable to measure a curve? Ruler and calipers. I II Ruler and thread. III Ruler and opisometer. A B C D
188.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The below figure shows some derivative quantities and its relationship to physical quantities. Which of the following pair is/are true? Derivative quantities Density Relationship

Mass Area
Distance Time Distance Time Time

II

Speed

III

Acceleration

A B C D
189.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is not true? 1 hour = 600 seconds. I II 1 day = 24 hours. III 1 year = 365 days. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only
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190.

The below figure shows some tools and its functions. Which of the following pair is matched correctly? Tool Function Cone flask Hold fluids I Shift powder form of II Spatula chemical substance Measure the volume of III Burette liquid accurately A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The quantity of light that enters the microscope can be controlled by


191.

diaphragm. I II condenser. III mirror. A B C D


192.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The length of a winding road on a map can be measured by using internal calipers. I II string. III ruler. A B C D
193.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following measuring tools can be used to measure the thickness of the wall of a beaker? Ruler. I II Internal calipers. III External calipers. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The cell is
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A B C D
195.

a thing which contains protein and vitamin. the smallest basic unit of living things. a place to produce food and mineral. an organ of human body.

The basic unit of living of an animal is called A B C D


196.

vacuole. nucleus. cell. organ.

Based on the above diagram, X is the part of an animal cell. State the function of X? A B C D
197.

To help a cell to reproduce. To dissolve food material. To protect the cell wall and maintain its shape. To control all the activities of a cell.

Based on the above diagram, Y is the part of an animal cell. State the function of Y? A B C D
198.

To control the entry and exit of material into a cell. To dissolve food substances. To manufacture food. To control all the cell's activities.

The following statements about cell are true except A B C D


199.

vacuole contains cellular liquid. multicellular organisms have only one cell. chlamydomonas contains chlorophyll. nucleus controls cellular activities.

The above diagram shows an animal cell. What is X? A Cell membrane


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B Chloroplast C Nucleus D Cytoplasm


200.

The above diagram shows a plant cell. What is Y? A B C D


201.

Cytoplasm Chloroplast Cell membrane Nucleus

In the plant cell shown above, which part is not found in an animal cell? A B C D
202.

W X Y Z

Which of the following structures controls the passage of materials moving in and out of a plant cell? A B C D Cell membrane Cytoplasm Nucleus Vacuole

203.

The above diagram shows an animal cell. What is X and its function? Name A Cytoplasm Function Dissolves food and allows chemical reaction to take place. Contains most of the genes that control the cell. Allows the entry of oxygen and food into the
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B Nucleus

C Cell membrane

D Vacuole
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cell. Storage and protection

Which of the following structures is not found in an animal cell? A B C D


205.

Cytoplasm Cell membrane Nucleus Chloroplast

Which of the structure P, Q, R and S is labelled incorrectly? A B C D


206.

P cell wall Q cell membrane R nucleus S cytoplasm

P - Fluid like colourless jelly Q - Contains genetic materia R - Maintain cell's shape P, Q and R are the structures of a cell. Which of the following matching is true? P Cell wall Vacuole Vacuole Nucleus Q Vacuole Nucleus Cell wall Vacuole R Nucleus Cell wall Nucleus Cell wall

A B C D
207.

The above diagram shows a microscope. Which part is for placing specimen for observation?
208.

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The above diagram shows a microscope. Which of the following is not matched correctly? Part A B C D Function To place a specimen for observation. To control the amount of light. To maintain the position of the eyepiece lens. To change the position of the objective lens.

A B C D

209.

Which of the following statements about the differences between animal cell and plant cell is wrong? A B C D Plant cell has cell wall and cell membrane but animal cell has only cell membrane. There are chloroplast in plant cell but not in animal cell. Plant cells, especially older ones, have a large central vacuole, which animal cells do not have. Plant cell and animal cell can make their own food by undergoing photosynthesis.

The following techniques using a microscope are incorrect except


210.

A B C D
211.

use the fine adjustment to focus your specimen. the first step you observe the specimen is through high power objective. when the specimen looks dark, increase the size of the diaphragm. when looking through the microscope, you should close one side of your eye.

Plant cell and animal cell have A B C D


212.

chloroplast. cytoplasm. chlorophyll. cell wall.

Plant cell has a definite shape because it has A B C D


213.

cell wall. cell membrane. nucleus. chloroplast.

Consists of protein, vitamin, water, mineral salt and carbohydrate. Stores food and waste materials. Allows chemical process to take place Which cellular structure possesses the above characteristics? A B C D Chloroplast. Cell membrane. Nucleus. Cytoplasm.
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Which of the following about structure of cell is matched incorrectly?


214.

Structure Function A Chloroplast Dissolves food substances B Cell wall Protects the cell Nucleus Controls all cell activities C Vacuole Contains cellular liquid D Which of the following about microscope is not matched correctly to its function?
215.

Function To hold the glass slide in A its position B Diaphragm To reflect the light to the objective lens C Eyepiece To adjust the image of specimen Stage To mount the glass slide D The following statements are incorrect except
216.

Part Clip

A B C D
217.

all animal cells have cell walls. the main function of nucleus is to protect cells. all cells have chloroplast. protoplasm consists of nucleus and cytoplasm.

Which of the following is not correctly matched? Animal cell Smaller in size No cell wall No definite shape Has chloroplast Plant cell Larger in size Has cell wall Has definite shape No chloroplast

A B C D
218.

Which of the following statements is incorrect? A B C D


219.

All living things consist of cells. The smallest basic unit of an animal or plant is called cell. A cell is responsible for carrying out the life processes of living things. All cells have similar shape.

It is not advisable to lower the objective lens when focusing on microscope specimen because it might A B C D spoil the microscope. hurt our eyes. damage the specimen. touch the specimen.
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Onion cell has a structure that is similar to cheek cell. It is


220.

A B C D
221.

cell membrane. vacuole. cytoplasm. cell wall.

Based on the above diagram, what is the function of structure Z? A B C D


222.

To produce food. To protect cell. To control all cellular activities. To dissolve food substances.

To focus Coarse adjustment Fine adjustment In low-power or high-power objective lens The above information refers to which part of a microscope? A B C D Diaphragm. Objective lens. Adjustment knobs. Eyepiece.

Which of the following manufactures food through photosynthesis?


223.

A B C D
224.

Cell wall. Nucleus. Cytoplasm. Chloroplast.

The above diagram shows a plant cell. Which of the structures cannot be found in an animal cell? A B C D J and O K and L J, K and M J, L and N
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225.

The above diagram shows a plant cell. Which part produces food? A B C D
226.

J and K M, N and O L only K only

In a plant cell, which part contains cellular liquid and its function is to hold minerals and sugar? A B C D
227.

Cytoplasm. Cell membrane. Chloroplast. Vacuole.

In a plant cell, which part protects cell and maintains the its shape? A B C D
228.

Cell membrane. Cytoplasm. Cell wall. Nucleus.

Which of the following statements about onion cell is true? A B C D


229.

An onion cell does not have cell wall. An onion cell does not have chloroplast. An onion cell has a nucleus. Its shape can be changed.

Which of the following about human cheek cell is correct? A B C D


230.

A human cheek cell has chloroplast. A human cheek cell has a cell wall. A human cheek cell has protoplasm. A human cheek cell does not have nucleus.

Which of the following about onion cell and human cheek cell is matched correctly? Onion cell Has nucleus Has vacuole Has protoplasm No protoplasm Human cheek cell No nucleus No vacuole Has nucleus Has protoplasm
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A B C D

Which of the following statement is true?


231.

A B C D
232.

Cell membrane of a plant cell control its shape but not for an animal cell. Animal cells and plant cells store minerals and sugar. All plant cells consist of vacuole while a few animal cells have vacuole. All plant cells and animal cells have definite shape.

The following statements are not correct except A B C D


233.

animal cells have protoplasm while plant cells do not have protoplasm. animal cells and plant cells store food in cytoplasm. animal cells and plant cells have chlorophyll. animal cells and plant cells produce food through photosynthesis.

Which of the following structures does not exist in plant cells but exist in animal cells? A B C D
234.

Chloroplast. Cell wall. Food vesicle. Chloroplast and cell wall.

Plants do not need to move to find for food because plants can perform photosynthesis process. I II absorption. III hibernation. A B C D
235.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following characteristics belong to a plant cell? Has a cell wall. I II Has a definite shape. III Has large vacuole. A B C D
236.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above shows an animal cell. State the function of the part labelled by Y?
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To isolate cell from excretory materials. I II To dissolve food substances III Allows chemical processes to take place. A B C D
237.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Choose the following characteristics that belong to an animal cell. No cell wall. I II No definite shape. III Has chloroplast. A B C D
238.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following cells has chlorophyll? Leaf cells. I II Muscle cells. III Root cells. A B C D
239.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is forms part of a microscope? Eyepiece. I II Objective lens. III Diaphragm. A B C D
240.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following structures cannot be found in an animal cell? Cell wall. I II Nucleus. III Cell membrane. A I, II, III
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B I, II C II, III D I only


241.

Manufacture food on its own Contains of cellular liquid Its shape is maintained by cell wall Based on the above information, which cell has all the above characteristics? Amoeba. I II Hibiscus plant. III Fern. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

242.

W - Produce food through photosynthesis process X - Contains of cellular liquid Y - Protects the cell Based on the above information, which of the following structures have the above characteristics? Chloroplast. I II Vacuole. III Cell wall. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is true about cytoplasm?


243.

Keeps water and nutrients. I II Allows chemical process to take place. III Makes chlorophyll. A B C D
244.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following structures cannot be found in a plant cell? Food vesicle. I II Chloroplast. III Cytoplasm.
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A B C D
245.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Protoplasm in both plant and animal cells consists of nucleus. I II cytoplasm. III chloroplast. A B C D
246.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

In an experiment, a student drops a few droplets of iodine to a cheek cells which was attached to a slide. This was done to observe the cells clearly. I II increase the size of the cell. III enlarge the shape of the cell. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is incorrect about vacuole?


247.

It contains of cellular liquid. I II It contains of genetic information. III It dissolves food substances. A B C D
248.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is true about chloroplast? To make food. I II It contains of genetic information. III To control the shape of the cell. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only
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Which of the following is true about nucleus?


249.

To protect the cell. I II To control all cellular activities. III It contains of genetic information. A B C D
250.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is true about cell membrane? To control the passage of materials moving in and out from a cell. I II To maintain the shape of the cell. III To produce food. A B C D
251.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

In a cell, protoplasm includes cytoplasm. I II nucleus. III cell membrane. A B C D


252.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows a plant cell. What is the function of structure P? Controls the genetic material. I II Protects the cell. III Controls the passage of substances. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

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253.

The above diagram shows a structure of an animal cell. What is the function of X? To decide cell characteristics. I II To dissolve food substances. III To protect the cell external shock. A B C D
254.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is true about cell wall? To protect the cell. I II To produce food through photosynthesis. III To remove food substances. A B C D
255.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

A specialized center of body function composed of several different types of tissues is called

A B C D
256.

tissues. cell. system. organ.

Which of the following is an organ? A B C D


257.

Sperm. Liver. Ovum. Muscle.

Which of the following organs is about nervous system? A B C D Nerve, spinal cord and blood vessels. Spinal cord, nerve and brain. Pancreas, stomach and gullet. Blood vessels and heart.
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Which of the following functions is about epithelial cells?


258.

A B C D
259.

Send message to the whole body. Protect the body from infection of bacteria. Protect the body surface. It carries information from one part of the body to another.

Which of the following is about the function of red blood cells? A B C D


260.

It is involved for reproduction. It covers and protects the internal body system. It carries food, oxygen and carbon dioxide in the body. It kills microorganisms such as bacteria.

The above shows the sequence of cell organization in human beings. Which is the following represents X? A B C D
261.

Uterus, ovum and ovary. Nerve, spinal cord and sperm. Stomach, kidney, spinal cord and uterus. Spinal cord, brain and ear.

Based on the above diagram, what is its function? A B C D


262.

It can unite with an egg-cell to form baby. It controls the movement of our body. It brings oxygen to different part of our body. It causes some parts of the body to move by contracting.

Based on the above diagram, what is its function? A B C D


263.

It protects the cell below them from injury. It causes some parts of the body to move by contracting. It brings oxygen to different part of our body. It carries information from one part of the body to another.

Based on the above diagram, what is its function?


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A B C D
264.

It forms a layer and protects the cell below them from injury. It causes some parts of the body to move by contracting. It brings oxygen to different part of our body. It kills bacteria that enters the blood stream.

A group of different tissues which carry out a specific function made up A B C D


265.

a skeletal system. a system. an organ. a cell.

Which of the following pairs is incorrect? Function Carry impulse from one part of body to another. Red blood cells Bring oxygen to different part of body. Muscle cells Cause some part of the body to move by contracting. White blood Protect the cell from cells injury. Cell Nerve cells

Choose the following which is untrue about the function of body systems.
266.

System Function oxygen A Respiratory system Inhales into the body. food B Blood circulatory Carries system materials to the whole body. Skeletal system Provides support C to the body. D Nervous system Protects internal organs. Lung in human body system helps to
267.

A B C D

break down waste substances. digest food. absorb oxygen and give out carbon dioxide. control all the activities of the body.

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The following is incorrect about the function of kidney except


268.

A B C D
269.

to hold and digest food. to get rid of waste products. to absorb water. to produce sperm.

Which of the following is not human cell? A B C D


270.

A red blood cell. A white blood cell. An epithelial cell. A cell wall.

Which of the following is true about the sequence of cell organisation in human? A B C D Cell organ tissue system human Cell system tissue system human Cell tissue organ system human Tissue Cell organ system human

271.

The above diagram shows the sequence of cell organization in human. Which of the following represents X and Y? X Heart Ear Pancreas Trachea Y Respiratory Skeletal Digestive Nervous

A B C D
272.

The cells which form the skin are A B C D


273.

nerve cells. muscle cells. epithelial cells. white blood cells.

A student screamed when he touched a hot kettle accidentally. Which system controls this reaction? A Muscular system. B Nervous system.
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C Respiratory system. D Digestive system.


274.

P : Break down food into simple substance. Q : Receive signals and send messages to part of body to respond. R : Unite with an egg cell to form a baby. S : Produce reproductive cells and form a new individuals. Based on the above information, which of the following represents P, Q, R and S? P A Urinary system S Reprodu ctive system Digestive Nervous Ovum Reprodu B system system ctive system C Digestive Nervous Sperm Reprodu system system ctive system Reprod Sperm D Stomach Nerve cells uctive system Kidney Lung Skin Choose the system that consists all the above organs. A B C D Urinary system. Excretory system. Blood circulatory system. Digestive system. Q R Nervous Ovum system

275.

Below table shows some cells and its functions. Which of the pairs is/are matched incorrectly?
276.

A B C D

Cell White blood Muscle Ovum Nerve

Function Protect body from microorganisms. Cause movement. Unite with sperm and form new individual. Repair damaged tissue.

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277.

The above diagram shows a human organ. Which of the following is the function of the organ? A B C D
278.

To exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide for respiration. To control the activities of the body. To pump blood in the body. To break down food substances.

The above diagram shows a system in human body. It is a A B C D


279.

digestive system. excretory system. urinary system. respiratory system.

What is the function of the organ shown above ? A B C D


280.

To filter and dispose of excrements. To produce reproductive cells and form a new baby. To protect the internal organs of human body. To exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide gases in the alveolus.

The function of the body system shown above is A B C D to supply oxygen to cell. to get rid of excess water and unwanted dissolved substances as urine. to carry unwanted excretory materials to the excretory organs. to digest complex food into smaller molecules for the body to absorb.

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281.

Based on the above diagram, choose the incorrect statement. A B C D


282.

It controls all body activities. It can analyze before taking any action. It transforms a powerful signal to communicate. It receives signal from other organs in human body.

Which of the following system is to support the body and to protect the internal organs? A B C D
283.

Reproductive system. Respiratory system. Muscular system. Skeletal system.

The human body system that inhales oxygen and exhales carbon dioxide is A B C D
284.

blood circulatory system. nervous system. respiratory system. urinary system.

Carries out body movements Usually act as opposing pairs to produce movements Contract and relax to produce movements The above descriptions refer to a system in human body. It is the A B C D skeletal system. muscular system. nervous system. excretory system.

285.

Which of the following system is to filter and dispose excrement that is no longer needed by our body? A B C D Respiratory system. Reproductive system. Excretory system. Digestive system.

286.

Sperm Ovum The body system that requires the above is A human system.
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B reproduce system. C blood circulation system. D reproductive system. Which of the following forms the excretory system?
287.

A B C D
288.

Skin, kidneys and pancreas. Lung, skin and kidneys. Kidneys, lungs and spinal cord. Lung, pancreas and nerve.

The above shows the sequence to form an organism. X, Y and Z represents X A Microorganism Cell B Cell C Sperm D
289.

Y Organ Brain Organ Ovum

Z Skeleton System System System

Every living things needs to breathe all the time. Which of the following is matched incorrectly? Organism Grasshopper Man Worm Fish Respiratory organ Skin Lungs Skin Gills

A B C D
290.

Which of the following systems breaks complex food down into molecules small enough for the body to absorb? A

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291.

The above diagram shows various levels of a structural organization. Choose the correct example for level X. A B C D
292.

Heart. Red blood cell. Muscle. Neuron.

Which of the following is not the function of a skeleton? A B C D


293.

Body movement. Body support. Blood circulation. Protection of internal organ.

In which body system the above organ can be found? A B C D


294.

Digestion. Respiratory. Skeleton. Blood circulation.

The system responsible for taking in oxygen into human body is A B C D


295.

the skeletal system. the nervous system. the respiratory system. the reproductive system.

Which of the following cells send impulse to the whole body? I Nerve cells.
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II Muscle cells. III Epithelial cells. A B C D


296.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements is true? Human are made up of many cells. I II Human are made up of many organs. III Human are made up of many systems. A B C D
297.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following about functions of white blood cells is true except to protect the body from bacteria infection. I II to carry food, oxygen and carbon dioxide. III to help and enable movement of cell. A B C D
298.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows the sequence of organization of cells. X could be sperm. I II stomach. III brain. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

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299.

The following statement about the above diagram is true except It filters and disposes of excrement that is no longer needed in our body. I II It carries unwanted excretory materials to the excretory organs. III It carries oxygen and food materials to the whole body. A B C D
300.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows a system in a human body. What is its functions? To inhale oxygen into the body. I II To dispose unwanted carbon dioxide from the body. III To digest food material such as starch, sugar and fat. A B C D
301.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Choose the cells that supply oxygen to different parts of the body. Red blood cells. I II White blood cells. III Blood vessels. A B C D
302.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Choose the cells that serve as reproductive purpose. White blood cells. I II Sperm. III Ovum. A I, II, III B I, II
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C II, III D I only Choose the tissues that cover and protect the internal and external surfaces of body such as cheeks.
303.

Epithelial tissue. I II Muscle tissue. III Nerve tissue. A B C D


304.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following organs are included in the digestion system? Stomach. I II Liver. III Pancreas. A B C D
305.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements about tissues are true? Tissues are groups of cells with a common structure and function. I II Epithelial tissues protect the cells below them. III Muscle tissues carry out the function of movement. A B C D
306.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following are the organs in the circulatory system? Blood vessels. I II Heart. III Nerves. A B C D
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I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Living things need to eat to

gain enough energy for daily activities. I II grow. III to fulfill appetite. A B C D
308.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements about white blood cell is true? It protects the body from getting sick. I II It takes the oxygen and nutrients to the whole body. III It does not have nucleus. A B C D
309.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following cells cannot be found in a female? Sperm. I II Neuron. III Somatic cell. A B C D
310.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following are organs except muscle. I II small intestine. III ear. A B C D
311.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following are tissues except red blood. I II sperm. III skin. A I, II, III B I, II
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C II, III D I only Which of the following organs are classified as part of the digestive system?
312.

Esophagus. I II Liver. III Stomach. A B C D


313.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following are organs of the skeletal system except muscle. I II pelvic bone. III back bone. A B C D
314.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following are systems in a human body except muscle system. I II nervous system. III muscular system. A B C D
315.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

How fast a liquid evaporates depends on the following except A B C D


316.

the temperature of the air. the wind movements. the size of the air particles. amount of water vapour in the air.

Physical changes of matter involve the absorption and release of heat. Which of the following pair is incorrectly matched? Absorbs heat Boiling Evaporation Releases heat Condensation Sublimation
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A B

C D
317.

Sublimation Melting

Condensation Freezing

The below figure shows the differences between boiling and evaporation. Which of the following is incorrectly matched? Boiling A Fast process. B Happens at boiling point. C Depends on the temperature of environment. D Occurs throughout the liquid. Evaporation Slow process. Happens at any temperature. Does not depend on the temperature of environment. Occurs at the surface of the liquid.

Which of the following does not happen when water boils?


318.

A B C D
319.

The force of attraction between water molecules will increase. The particles will move very actively. The size of the water molecules will increase. Distance between the water molecules will increase.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following represents process X, Y and Z? X Freezing Boiling Melting Melting Y Z Melting Boiling Condensation Melting Boiling Sublimation Sublimation Boiling

A B C D
320.

Physical changes of matter involve the absorption and release of heat. Which of the following pair is incorrectly matched? Absorbs heat Liquid Solid Liquid Gas Solid Gas Gas Liquid Releases heat Solid Liquid Gas Solid Gas Liquid Liquid Gas

A B C D

321.

Physical changes of matter involve the absorption and release of heat. Which of the following pair is incorrectly matched? Physical process Change of state
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A B C D

Solid Liquid Liquid Gas Liquid Vapour Gas Solid

Condensation Evaporation Sublimation Freezing

322.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following represent process P? A B C D


323.

Evaporation. Melting. Freezing. Condensation.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following represents process X? A B C D


324.

Freezing. Melting. Boiling. Sublimation.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following represent process Y? A B C D


325.

Boiling. Condensation. Freezing. Melting.

Which of the following statement is false? A Freezing point for water is 0C . B Ice melts at 0C . C Alcohol boils at 1000C . D Water boils at 100C .
326.

Which of the following does not show the process of sublimation? A B C D Solid carbon dioxide being heated in boiling tube. Ammonium chloride being heated in boiling tube. Mercury being heated in boiling tube. Iodine being heated in boiling tube.
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Among the following activities, which does not involve the process of evaporation?
327.

A B C D
328.

Drying shoes. Freezing fish in the refrigerator. Acquire salt from sea. Drying clothes.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following represents X and Y? X Absorbs heat Releases heat Absorbs heat Releases heat Y Releases heat Absorbs heat Absorbs heat Releases heat

A B C D
329.

The following are true about process P, except heat is absorbed. I II particles loses energy. III depends on the amount of water vapour in the air. A B C D
330.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, which of the following substances will not go through process P? Copper sulphate. I II Solid carbon dioxide. III Iodine. A B C D
331.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Below table shows the differences of evaporation and boiling. Which of the following are matched incorrectly?
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Evaporation Does not depend I on wind movements. II Occurs at any temperature. III Very slow process. A B C D
332.

Boiling Depends on wind movements. Occurs at boiling point. Very fast process.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following are true about process X, except heat is released. I II depends on the temperature of air. III very slow process. A B C D
333.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following are true about process Y, except takes place at any temperature. I II heat is released. III particles lose energy to surrounding and move slowly. A B C D
334.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following happen in process X? I II Ethanol boils at 78C . Iron melts at 100C.
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III Ice melts at 0C. A B C D


335.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following freezing points of liquids is false? I II Alcohol = 78C Nitrogen = 210C

III Water = 0C A B C D
336.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following are true about the evaporation process, except

is a fast process. I II does not depend on the temperature of air. III occurs at any temperature. A B C D
337.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following are true about the process of boiling, except takes place at 0C. II occurs throughout liquid. III does not depend on wind movement. I A B C D
338.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The speed of a liquid evaporates depends on its surface area. I II the wind movements. III the amount of water vapour in the air.
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A B C D
339.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following involve in the process of sublimation? Heating of iodine. I II Heating of ammonium chloride. III Heating of naphthalene. A B C D
340.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Below table shows the physical process that changes the state of a matter. Which of the following pairs is/are matched incorrectly? Physical process Evaporation I Sublimation II III Condensation A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only Change of state Solid Gas Solid Vapour Gas Liquid

341.

Below table shows the absorption and release of heat when there is a physical process that changes the state of a matter. Which of the following pairs is/are matched correctly? Absorption of heat Evaporation Melting Boiling I, II, III I, II II, III I only Release of heat Sublimation Freezing Condensation

I II III A B C D
342.

When water freezes into ice, the water molecules lose heat. I II become less active. III contracts in size. A I, II, III
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B I, II C II, III D I only Which of the following statements is/are true?


343.

I II

III Water boils at 100C. A B C D


344.

Ice melts at 0C. Water freeze at 0C.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is the S.I unit for measuring mass? A B C D


345.

Newton. Kilogram. Milligram. Kelvin.

An object P is found to be more matter than object Q. This shows that A B C D


346.

P occupies less space than Q. P occupies more space than Q. P has less mass than Q. P has more mass than Q.

The above diagram shows an inverted glass pressed into the water. What conclusion can be drawn from this experiment? A B C D
347.

Water cannot enter the glass because air has occupied the space. Water cannot enter the glass because the density of air is lower. Water cannot enter the glass because air has more volume than water. Water cannot enter the glass because air has mass.

Which of the following is the best definition for matter? A B C D Anything which has mass. Anything which occupies space. Any living things which has mass and volume. All living things and non-living things that has mass and occupies space.
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348.

Has mass Occupies space Living things and non-living things The above descriptions refer to A B C D a solid. an object. a matter. human beings.

Which of the following statements about matter is false?


349.

A B C D
350.

Matter has volume because matter occupies space. Matter has a definite shape and mass. All living things and non living things are matter. Matter is anything that occupies space.

Which of these is a matter? A B C D


351.

Sound. Light. Electric current. Plasticine.

Which of these is not a matter? A B C D


352.

Living organisms. Soil. Sound. Hydrogen gas.

Which of the following statements about matter is not true? A B C D


353.

Matter has mass. Matter is anything that takes up space. Matter exists in solid, liquid and gas. Physical form of matter cannot be changed.

Choose the following which is not a matter. A B C D


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Dust. Cockroach. Time. Air.

Which of the following is a matter?

A B C D
355.

Heat. Gas. Light. Coldness.

Which of the following statements about matter is true? A B C D


356.

Air, water, heat and living organisms are matter. Matter has mass and occupies space. Matter absorbs heat only. All matter has the same definite shape.

Based on the experiment shown in the above diagram, what conclusion can be made? A B C D
357.

Air has energy. Air occupies space. Air has mass. Air has pressure.

The above diagram shows balloon X and balloon Y. When air is pumped into the balloon, it expanded. Which of the following inference is correct ? A B C D
358.

The balloon without air is lighter. Air has mass. Energy can be transferred. Air occupies space.

Matter is anything that is A B C D


359.

solid. has mass. has mass and occupies space. solid and occupies space.

The following are matter except I sound.


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II copper sulphate crystals. III ammonia. A B C D


360.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

In an experiment, a student inverted a glass with a piece of paper pasted inside and pressed into a beaker which contains of water. The piece of paper did not get wet. This shows that air in the glass prevents water from entering the glass. I II air has occupied the space in the glass. III water is being pressured out from the glass. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is incorrect about matter?


361.

Can be seen by naked eyes. I II Made up of particles. III Can be classified into solids, liquids and gases. A B C D
362.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

A matter must have mass. I II occupy space. III have atoms. A B C D


363.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements about matter is correct? When heated, its volume increased. I II When cooled, the matter is contracted. III Matter has a definite shape. A I, II, III B I, II
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C II, III D I only Which of the following statements about matter is incorrect?
364.

Anything that has undergone life process only. I II Some matter has mass but do not occupy space. III Matter has volume because matter occupies mass. A B C D
365.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Has mass Occupies space Non-living things Which of the following did not fulfill all the above characteristics? Light. I II Water. III Living organisms. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

366.

Has mass Occupies space Living things and non-living things Which of the following have all the above characteristics? Heat. I II Hydrogen gas. III Soil. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

367.

The above diagram shows two balloons where A is deflated and balloon B is inflated. What conclusion can be made based on the diagram?
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Air has mass. I II Air fills up space. III Air particles in balloon B are larger. A B C D
368.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Air is pumped into a balloon by using an air pump and caused the balloon to inflate. What can you infer from this information? Air occupies space. I II Air has mass. III Air has pressure. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following groups has the most advanced brain?


369.

A B C D
370.

Animal. Bird. Human. Shark.

Which of the following is not the right way to protect your eyes? A B C D
371.

Avoid looking at the sun for too long. Take more food which is rich in vitamin A. Rub your eyes with hands if it is itchy. Do not sit too close to television.

Human beings have the most developed brains. That is why human beings are able to do a lot of things except A B C D to solve problems. to make decisions. to see through walls. to invent new things.

Which of the following statements is incorrect about human?


372.

A B C D

Human body consists of millions of cells which are organized into tissues, organs and systems. Human beings are considered complex organism. Human beings have the ability to think and solve problems. Human beings can see microorganism with their naked eyes.
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373.

Human beings are considered complex organism. Which of the following is not found in a human body? A B C D Nerve cell. Muscle cell. Epithelial cell. Cell wall.

Which of the following group has the most developed brain?


374.

Human. I II Robot. III Animal. A B C D


375.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Human beings have the most advanced brains which enable them to make new inventions to improve the quality of life. I II to think creatively. III to make decisions strategically. A B C D
376.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Human beings are considered as complex organism. Which of the following is incorrect to take care of our body system? Exercise regularly. I II Take more vitamin. III Smoke less than 1 cigarette daily. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Animals are different from human because animals are not able to
377.

develop new technology. I II improve on their quality of life. III analyze and solve problems. A I, II, III
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B I, II C II, III D I only Which of the following are the correct ways to take care of our body system?
378.

Do not smoke and take drugs. I II Always exercise. III Take balance diet. A B C D
379.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following does not use the concept of density? A B C D


380.

Hot air balloon. Submarine. Raft. Syringe.

Durian can be smelt distance away. This is an application of A B C D


381.

evaporation. Brownian motion. diffusion of gases. density.

Which of the following explains how submarine sinks or floats on the sea? A B C D
382.

By using the force of gravity. By filling and removing air from the ballast tank. By filling and removing sea water from the ballast tank. By stopping its engines.

How does hot air balloon alight? A B C D


383.

By doing nothing. By emptying the air in the balloon. By heating the air in the balloon. By lowering its air temperature in the balloon.

Solids, liquids and gases have different densities. Which of the following applications does not make use of this principle? A Transporting logs along river. B Building boat and ship. C Building railway tracks and bridges.
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D Constructing a row of shop lots. In some countries, rafts are used to carry goods and people on river. This is because
384.

A B C D
385.

raft is lighter than water. raft is less dense than water. raft is made of bamboo. raft is denser than water.

Telephone cables are installed sagging between supporting poles. This is because A B C D
386.

on cold day, it allows expansion of the cables. on rainy day, it allows expansion of the cables. on cold day, it allows contraction of the cables. on hot day, it allows contraction of the cables.

Which of the following does not use the applications of expansion and contraction? A B C D
387.

Fire alarm. Thermostat. Thermometer. Hot air balloon.

On railway tracks, gaps are provided between rail joints. This is A B C D


388.

to prevent rail from contracting on cold days. to prevent rail from expanding on rainy days. to prevent rail from expanding on cold days. to prevent the rail from expanding on hot days.

Whether an object can sink or float depends on its A B C D


389.

density. shape. mass. volume.

Which of the following use the principle of expansion and contraction? Railway track. I II Telephone cables. III Fire alarm. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only
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Which of the following are the benefits of density in our daily life?
390.

Petroleum gas can be stored in cylinders. I II Making cooking utensils. III Air can be pumped into tyre. A B C D
391.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following use the concept of density? Hot air balloon. I II Raft. III Boat. A B C D
392.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Allow expansion Allow contraction Prevent damaging structures Based on the above information, which of the following used the above principles? Sags between supporting poles. I II Gaps between rail joints. III Gaps between concrete slabs. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following cannot be done if there is no principle of density?


393.

Transporting logs by river. I II Building bridges. III Transporting good on road. A B C D


394. 81

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

If earth's resources are not maintained, the following will happen except

A B C D
395.

the extinction of plants. the pollution of air. the erosion of soil. the worsening of global warming.

Living things contribute the following to sustain life on earth except fossil fuels. source for food. source for clothes. oxygen.

A B C D
396.

The following ways are to maintain the earth resources except A B C D


397.

recycling. preservation. conservation. precaution.

Which of the following activities does not pollute the water source?

A B C D
398.

Throwing sewage and waste products into rivers. Excessive usage of fertilizers. Have more forest reserves. Dumping industrial chemical waste into rivers.

The following statements about recycling is true except A B C D


399.

cleaner environment. paper recycling reduces logging activities. save cost and balance up the nature. prevent illegal hunting of protected animals.

Which of the following resources are not renewable? Coal. I II Petroleum. III Water. A B C D
400.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Choose the correct methods to maintain the Earth's resources. I Preservation.


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II Recycling. III Conservation. A B C D


401.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is the importance to maintain the Earth's resources? To prevent extinction of animals and plants. I II To ensure water and air are always clean. III To maintain the nature balance. A B C D
402.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Green plants are important to the living things on earth because green plants produce nitrogen gas for human and animals. I II reduce the content of carbon dioxide in the air. III can be used to make furniture. A B C D
403.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements about recycling is true? It ensures that resources are not wasted. I II It helps to save costs. III It reduces cutting down of trees. A B C D
404.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements about element is not true? A B C D Element is material that contains only one type of atom. Elements can be divided in to 2 groups which is metal and non-metal. Elements are made up of atoms. All metals and non-metals are elements.

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405.

Material X High boiling point Conduct electricity and heat Ductile and can be forged Which of the following materials has the characteristics of material X? A B C D Oxygen. Carbon. Sulphur. Aluminium.

406.

Matter is classified as an element, compound and mixture. Which of the following are the correct examples for these three forms? Element Compound Sulphur Water Hydrogen Hydrochloric acid Copper Nitrogen Carbon Soil Mixture Air Mercury Blood Water

A B C D
407.

Which of the following statements about the characteristics of compound and mixture is not true? Compound is formed chemically. New material formed. Can be separated only by chemical methods. No heat change Mixture is formed physically. No new material formed. Can be separated by physical methods. Heat change happens

A B C

Which of the following groups contains only elements?


408.

A B C D
409.

Nitrogen, soil, copper. Steel, oxygen, sulphur. Mercury, hydrogen, iodine. Alcohol, water, iron.

Determine the classification of matter P before heated and after heated. Before Compound Compound Mixture After Mixture Compound Compound
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A B C

D
410.

Mixture

Mixture

The above diagram shows the arrangement of atoms for material X, Y and Z. Which of the following is matched correctly with X, Y and Z? X Compound Mixture Element Element Y Mixture Compound Mixture Compound Z Element Element Compound Mixture

A B C D
411.

Which of the following element-function is mismatched? Element Copper Oxygen Mercury Nitrogen Function Electrical wire Respiration gas Thermometer Medicine

A B C D
412.

According to the diagram above, which of the following is the correct examples for P, Q and R? P Air Carbon dioxide Water Blood Q Chlorine Hydrogen Iron Platinum R Aluminium Bronze Nitrogen Water

A B C D
413.

Which of the following does not form a new compound? A B C D


414.

Sand is mixed with iron powder. A small piece of potassium is put into water. Iron powder is heated. Magnesium stripe is burned in air.

Which of the following is not the characteristic of mercury? A High boiling point. B Conducts electricity. C Has shiny surface.
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D High density. Which of the following processes is used to separate elements from a compound?
415.

A B C D
416.

Condensation. Electrolysis. Distillation. Filtration.

Which of the following is an element? A B C D


417.

Soil. Carbon dioxide. Oxygen. Water.

Sodium chloride is a compound and not a mixture because their atoms A B C D


418.

have different sizes. have same density. cannot be separated physically. do not combined in an exact ratio.

8 g. A plastic cube has 2 cm sides and its mass is Which of the following liquids allows the cube to float on it?

A B C D
419.

Liquid P Q R S

Volume(cm3) 50 50 60 60

Mass (g) 40 60 50 60

Based on the above diagram, P and Q are P Sulphur A Carbon dioxide B C Calcium carbonate Nitrogen D
420.

Q Iodine Magnesium Chlorine Sulphur

Which of the following compounds and its elements is matched incorrectly? Compound Ammonia Elements Nitrogen and
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B C

Water Sodium chloride

D Calcium carbonate

hydrogen Hydrogen and oxygen Sodium and chloride Calcium and carbonate

421.

Which of the following pairs is true about the number of atoms in sulphur molecule and nitrogen molecule? Sulphur molecule Nitrogen molecule 4 2 8 4 2 8 8 2

A B C D
422.

A molecule of copper sulphate consists of A B C D


423.

1 atom copper, 1 atom sulphur and 2 atom oxygen. 1 atom copper, 1 atom sulphur and 4 atom oxygen. 2 atom nitrogen and 2 atom hydrogen. 1 atom copper and 1 atom sulphate.

The substance in a thermometer is A B C D


424.

mercury. cuprum. platinum. carbon.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following represents P, Q and R? P Metallic element Metallic element Metallic element Non metallic Q Compound R Non metallic element Metallic element Non metallic element Non metallic
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B C

Compound Mixture

Mixture

element
425.

element

Which of the following is most malleable? A B C D


426.

Iron. Wood. Copper. Mercury.

W : Filter X : Evaporate Y : Go through magnet Z : Dissolve in water The above shows the steps to separate a mixture of sand, iron fillings and common salt. Which of the following is the correct sequence? A B C D Z, Y, W, X Z, Y, X, W Y, Z, W, X Y, W, Z, X

427.

The above diagram shows the process of electrolysing copper chloride solution. Which of the following statements is false about the experiment? A B C D
428.

Gas chlorine will be released from the positive carbon rod. Copper will deposit on the negative carbon rod. Copper chloride in the solution will break up into copper and chloride by heating. The solution will become colourless. X + Y Calcium hydroxide + Hydrogen

The above equation shows calcium hydroxide is formed. X and Y are X Calcium Water Hydrogen Calcium Y Hydroxide Calcium Water Hydrogen X+Y Z The above equation shows Z is formed when X is burnt in air. X, Y and Z are X Y Z
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A B C D
429.

A Magnesium B C D Oxygen Copper Calcium

Magnesium oxide Magnesium Magnesium oxide Sulphur Copper sulphide Water Calcium hydroxide

Oxide

Which of the following differences of metal and non metal is matched incorrectly?
430.

A B C D
431.

Metal Shiny Good conductor Not ductile Malleable

Non metal Not shiny Bad conductor Ductile Not malleable

Based on the above diagram, which of the following are examples of P, Q and R? P Nitrogen Copper Mercury Iron Q Hydrogen Mercury Hydrogen Mercury R Petrol Oil Water Alcohol

A B C D
432.

The above diagram shows a process to separate a substance from its solution. The method used is A B C D
433.

filtration. evaporation. distillation. crystallization.

Which of the following methods to separate mixture is not correct?

Mixture Water and salt A Water and sand B C Water and alcohol Water and oil D

Method Evaporation Filtration Distillation Sieving


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434.

The above equation shows the combustion of coal with oxygen. What is P and Q? Carbon dioxide. I II Water. III Carbon. A B C D
435.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following metals and its applications is not true? Metal Aluminium Iron Mercury I, II, III I, II II, III I only Application Electrical wire Kitchen utensil Thermometer

I II III A B C D
436.

Which of the following is not the properties of metal? Ductile. I II Good insulator. III Brittle. A B C D
437.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following molecules consists of eight atoms? Sulphur. I II Copper sulphate. III Nitrogen. A B C D
438. 90

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The elements of water are

salt. I II oxygen. III hydrogen. A B C D


439.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following materials is a compound? Copper (II) sulphate. I II Water. III Soil. A B C D
440.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows an incomplete circuit. Which of the following metals can be used to join P and Q to turn on the light bulb? Iron. I II Zinc. III Aluminium. A B C D
441.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements is wrong? Water molecule consists of 1 oxygen atom and 1 hydrogen atom. I II Carbon is a metal because it can conduct electricity. III Nitrogen is used to make fertilizer. A B C D
442.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following alloy-use pairs is/are true? Alloy Steel Use Fork, knife
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II III A B C D
443.

Brass Bronze I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Key Coins

Which of the following statements about compound is not true? It is prepared physically. I II Formed by combining two or more elements chemically. III It cannot be separated through physical methods. A B C D
444.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following about the uses of non-metal is true? Graphite is used to make pencils. I II Chlorine is used to kill germs in water pipes. III Hydrogen is used for mountain hiking. A B C D
445.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

According to the above diagram, which of the following about X, Y and Z is true? X Carbon dioxide Oxygen Nitrogen I, II, III I, II II, III I only Y Carbon Iron Mercury Z Plumbum Aluminium Zinc

I II III A B C D
446.

The below table shows the separation methods for mixtures. Which of the following pair is/are matched correctly? Method Evaporation Mixture Sugar solution
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Filtration II III Separation funnel A B C D


447.

Water and sand Petrol and water

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

A mixture of iron powder and sulphur can be separated by . stirring the mixture using a magnet. I II heating the mixture at high temperature. III filtering the mixture after water is added. A B C D
448.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram show the method of separating mixtures of petrol. I II water. III salt. A B C D
449.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram show the method of separating mixtures of water. I II salt. III alcohol.
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A B C D
450.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows the method of separating mixtures of salt. I II water. III sand. A B C D
451.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

What conclusion can be made from the electrolysis of copper chloride solution? It is not a mixture. I II It needs chemical method and energy to separate its components. III It conducts electricity. A B C D
452.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The below table shows the comparison between mixture and compound. Which of the following pairs is/are matched correctly? Mixture Prepared by physical means II No energy is set free III Separated by physical means I A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only Compound Prepared by chemical reaction Energy is set free Separated by chemical means

94

Which of the following mixtures and its components it matched incorrectly?


453.

I II III A B C D
454.

Mixture Steel Air Coins I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Component Carbon, iron Hydrogen, oxygen Copper, nickel, tin

The above diagram shows the component of gas in air. P, Q, R and S is represented by P Q R Rare Oxygen A Carbon dioxide gases Carbon Nitrogen B Rare gases dioxide C Carbon Oxygen Nitrogen dioxide D Rare Nitrogen Carbon gases dioxide
455.

S Nitrogen Oxygen Carbon dioxide Oxygen

The above diagram shows the oxygen cycle on the earth. P, Q and R represents P Q R A Decompositi Photosynthe Respiration on sis B Respiration Photosynthe Decompositi sis on C Decompositi Respiration Photosynthe on sis D Respiration Decompositi Photosynthe on sis Which of the following shows the correct percentage of the composition of air?
456. 95

A B C D
457.

Carbon dioxide 0.03% 0.9% 0.03% 0.3%

Oxygen 78% 21% 21% 21%

Nitrogen 21% 78% 78% 78%

Rare gases 0.9% 0.03% 0.9% 0.09%

Based on the above diagram, it shows the proportion of air used up in the gas jar. What inference can be made from this experiment? A B C D
458.

20% of air is oxygen. 20% of air is carbon dioxide. 20% of air is nitrogen. 20% of air is rare gases.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following is true about the experiment? A B C D
459.

Air contains dust. Water vapour is present in air. 20% of air is oxygen. Air contains foreign particle.

Apart from nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, air also contains the following except A B C D
460.

rare gases. water vapour. hydrogen. dust and microorganisms.

Which of the following is not rare gas? A B C D Helium. Xenon. Argon. Vapour.

96

Which of the following processes does not need oxygen?


461.

A B C D
462.

Burning. Respiration. Rusting. Photosynthesis.

The above diagram shows an experiment to ascertain A B C D


463.

the presence of dust in the air. the presence of water vapour in the air. the presence of microorganisms in the air. the presence of oxygen in the air.

We feel pain in our ears when we go up on a high mountain. This is due to the A B C D
464.

cooler weather. strong wind. lower air pressure. thinner air.

Based on the above diagram, what can you infer from this experiment? 20% of the air is oxygen. 1 5 Water rises of the height of the gas jar. III 5 1 of the air is oxygen. I II A B C D
465.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

What is the supporting arguments that air is a mixture and not a compound? I II Gases can be mixed easily without involving absorption and release of energy. Gases in air can be separated easily.
97

III Gases in air are in fixed amounts. A B C D


466.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The below table shows the components and its percentage in air. Which of the following pair is/are correct? Components in air Carbon dioxide I Rare gases II Hydrogen III A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only Percentage 0.03% 0.9% 78%

467.

The above diagram shows the composition of air. P, Q and R could be oxygen. I II hydrogen. III nitrogen. A B C D
468.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, what can you infer from this experiment? Air contains water vapour. I II Air contains dust. III Air contains microorganisms. A I, II, III B I, II
98

C II, III D I only Which of the following statements about air is mixture is true?
469.

The gases in air can be easily separated during burning, decay, respiration and rusting. I II The gases in air are not present in fixed amounts. III Air can be easily obtained by mixing the correct gases together in the right proportions. A B C D
470.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following rare gases exist in air? Radon. I II Neon. III Xenon. A B C D
471.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements concerning air pressure is true? Air pressure acts to all directions. I II Higher altitude has lower air pressure. III Air pressure is the weight of air. A B C D
472.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements about air is not true? Air is a compound. I II Air has pressure. III Air has mass. A B C D
473. 99

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Carbon dioxide is released during

respiration. I II burning. III photosynthesis. A B C D


474.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above experiment is to test the presence of A B C D


475.

oxygen. hydrogen. carbon dioxide. nitrogen.

Which of the following statements about oxygen is incorrect? A B C D


476.

Oxygen is neutral. Oxygen helps combustion. Oxygen reacts with lime water and turns the solution into milky. Oxygen has no colour, taste or smell.

Which of the following statements about the application of carbon dioxide is wrong? A B C D
477.

It is used to put out fire. It is used to make plastic. It is used to make dry ice as a coolant. It is used in making washing soda.

Which of the noble gas is used to fill the light bulb and makes the filament last longer? A B C D
478.

Xenon. Helium. Argon. Neon.

The concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is higher at night compare to day time. This is because A plants do not perform photosynthesis at night.
100

B carbon dioxide is converted into dry ice. C plants perform photosynthesis process by using moonlight. D of the lower atmosphere temperature.
479.

The above experiment is to test that A B C D


480.

oxygen does not dissolve in natrium hydroxide solution. carbon dioxide does not dissolve in natrium hydroxide solution. oxygen dissolves a little in water. carbon dioxide is very soluble in water.

Based on the above diagram, what inference can be made from this experiment? A B C D
481.

Oxygen is acidic. Carbon dioxide makes water cloudy. The red colour of the indicator turns into yellow with the presence of oxygen. Carbon dioxide is not acidic.

Which of the following statements about nitrogen is false? A B C D


482.

Nitrogen is slightly less dense than air. Nitrogen is a neutral gas. Nitrogen is a very inactive gas. Nitrogen does not react with lime water but soluble in sodium hydroxide solution.

Which of the following gas is used to produce green light for advertisement purposes? A B C D
483.

Krypton. Argon. Xenon. Neon.

In the experiment shown above, liquid X is used to test the solubility of carbon dioxide. Liquid X is A B C D distilled water. lime water. sodium hydroxide solution. bicarbonate indicator.
101

484.

In the experiment shown above, liquid Y is used to test whether oxygen is a neutral gas. Liquid Y is A B C D
485.

hydrogen indicator. bicarbonate indicator. pure water. lime water.

Based on the above diagram, the following is true about this experiment except A B C D
486.

oxygen helps in combustion. carbon dioxide does not help in combustion. the wooden splinter burned brightly in the present of oxygen. the wooden splinter extinguished due to excessive amount of oxygen.

The following explains why helium is used in meteorological balloons except A B C D


487.

it does not help in combustion. it is the second lightest gas. it is the most inactive gas. it does not burn.

Which of the following pairs about the properties of oxygen is incorrect? Oxygen Odourless Neutral gas No changes Denser than air Characteristic Odour Test with moist litmus paper Test with lime water Density

A B C D
488.

The above experiment is to test the acidity of oxygen. What can you observed from this experiment? A B C D The moist litmus paper changed to red colour. The moist litmus paper changed to blue colour. The moist litmus paper changed to pink colour. The colour of moist litmus paper does not change.

102

489.

The above experiment is to determine the reaction of carbon dioxide with lime water. Which of the following is true? The lime water becomes chalky. I II Carbon dioxide does not react with lime water. III Carbon dioxide is very soluble in lime water. A B C D
490.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Gases such as petroleum gas, oxygen, nitrogen and helium are kept in gas cylinder in liquid form because it is cheaper. I II more gas can be kept. III can be transferred easily. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

491.

Oxygen gas can be prepared in the lab. Which of the following chemical reagents can be used to prepare oxygen? Potassium chloride. I II Hydrogen peroxide. III Potassium permanganate. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

492.

The above experiment is used to test the solubility of carbon dioxide in water. What can be observed from this experiment? The water level will rise a little in the test tube. I II Carbon dioxide is very soluble in water. III The water level will rise very high in the test tube. A I, II, III
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B I, II C II, III D I only Nitrogen


493.

is colourless. I II is a neutral gas. III does not react with lime water and dissolve in sodium hydroxide solution. A B C D
494.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above experiment is to test the reaction of carbon dioxide with moist litmus paper. Which of the following is false? The colour of the moist litmus paper did not change. I II Carbon dioxide is an acidic gas. III The moist litmus paper turns to red colour. A B C D
495.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above experiment is used to test the acidity of carbon dioxide. Y could be hydrogen carbonate indicator. I II bicarbonate indicator. III natrium hydroxide solution. A B C D
496.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

104

The above experiment is used to test the reaction of oxygen with a lighted splint. Which of the following is false? The glowing wooden splinter was put out. I II Oxygen helps in combustion. III The glowing wooden splinter in flame. A B C D
497.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Carbon dioxide can be used as dry ice. I II in fire extinguishers. III as preservative. A B C D
498.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Among the following, which gas is used in the application of camera lamps and as anaesthetic during surgery? Xenon. I II Neon. III Argon. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Gas Y can dissolve in sodium hydroxide solution. Gas Y is ...


499.

carbon dioxide. I II oxygen. III hydrogen. A B C D


500.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Why carbon dioxide can be used to put out fire? I II Does not help in combustion. Denser than the air.
105

III Can break off the oxygen supply. A B C D


501.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The below table shows the test result of some gases. Which of the pair is/are true? Gas Carbon dioxide Oxygen Test Turn lime water into milky colour. Flare up the lighting stick. Put off the lighting stick.

I II

III Nitrogen A B C D
502.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Increase of carbon dioxide concentration in the atmosphere will cause the increase of temperature. I II a longer summer. III less sunlight reaches to the Earth. A B C D
503.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Fire can be controlled by breaking off the supply of water. I II oxygen. III fuel. A B C D
504.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Explosive materials have to be kept in a container filled with nitrogen gas because nitrogen does not help combustion. I II does not help explosion. III it is colourless.
106

A B C D
505.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, which of the following statements is false? A When carbon dioxide is added into the boiling tube, the bicarbonate indicator changes from red to yellow. B When carbon dioxide is removed from the boiling tube, the bicarbonate indicator changes from red to purple. C The bicarbonate indicator remains purple when the air is neutral. D Cockroach and germinating seeds release carbon dioxide during respiration.
506.

X + oxygen Water + Y + Z The above shows the respiration process of living organisms. What does X, Y and Z represent? X Energy Glucose Carbon dioxide Food Y Food Energy Nitrogen Glucose Z Carbon dioxide Carbon dioxide Energy Energy

A B C D
507.

The above shows an experiment to compare common air and exhaled air. Which of the following is true? A B C D Both burning candles extinguished at the same time. Both candles burned for the same period of time. Candle B burned longer than candle A. Candle A burned longer than candle B.

107

508.

Two burning candles are put into two gas containers where one is filled with normal air and the other one is filled with exhaled air. After a while, A B C D
509.

candle in container A will put off first. candle in container B will put off first both candle will put off at the same time candle in container B will continue burning while candle in container A will put off.

Which of the following differences between photosynthesis and respiration is not true? Photosynthesis A Happens when there is sunlight. B Carbon dioxide and water are used. Respiration Happens the whole day. Carbon dioxide and water are produced. C Chemical energy is Chemical energy is used. produced and saved. is Oxygen is used. D Oxygen released. Orange juice can be sucked from a bottle by using a straw is because the air pressure in the straw is
510.

A B C D
511.

lower than the juice pressure. lower than the air pressure. higher than the air pressure. same as the air pressure.

What is the change of air component exhaled by a person after an exercise? Carbon Nitrogen Steam dioxide Increase Decrease No Decrease change Decrease Decrease Increase Increase Decrease Increase No Increase change Increase Increase Decrease Decrease The upper surface of a leaf is greener than the lower surface because the upper surface has more
512.

Oxygen

A B C D

A air pores. B cuticle.


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C stoma. D chlorophyll.
513 .

The above equation represents a process that takes place in human body. The process is A B C D
514.

digestion. excretion. respiration. reproduction.

The diagram above shows the structure of a leaf. X, Y and Z represents X Parenchyma Parenchyma Epidermis Epidermis Y Xylem Vein Xylem Phloem Z Cuticle Stoma Cuticle Stoma

A B C D
515.

1. 2. 3. 4.

Leaves are boiled in boiling water. Leaves are heated in alcohol. Leaves are soaked in hot water and then washed with cold water. A few drops of iodine are dropped onto the leaves.

The above shows the steps for an experiment. What can be observed after iodine is dropped onto the leaves? A B C D
516.

No changes can be observed. The leaves will turn into dark blue. Veins of the leaves will turn into red. The leaves will turn into green.

The above diagram shows a pesticide spray. When the plunger is pulled from position Q to P, which of the area label with W, X, Y and Z has the lowest air pressure? A B C D W X Y Z
109

517.

P - Bronchus Q - Trachea R - Bronchiole S - Alveolus According to the above, arrange the flow of exhaled air from a human body? A B C D SRPQ SPRQ QPRS QRPS

518.

A balloon that is filled with air is put into a sealed gas container. When the air is exhaled slowly from the container, the balloon will A B C D become smaller. become bigger. expand and then become smaller again. not have any changes.

519.

The above experiment is to test whether living things release carbon dioxide during respiration. After several hours, the hydrogen carbonate indicator in the boiling tubes of X, Y and Z will turn into colour X Red Yellow Yellow Red Y Red Yellow Red Yellow Z Yellow Red Yellow Purple

A B C D
520.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following statements for the above experiment is false?
110

A B C D
521.

The carbon dioxide set free is absorbed by the sodium hydroxide in the boiling tubes. All living things use oxygen during respiration. All living things release carbon dioxide during respiration. The indicator will move toward the direction of boiling tube A and B.

Which of the following pairs of inhaled air and exhaled air is matched incorrectly? Inhaled air Exhaled air A Less water vapour More water vapour More oxygen Less oxygen B More warm Less warm C Less carbon More carbon D dioxide dioxide
522.

The above diagram shows an experiment to compare the carbon dioxide content of inhaled and exhaled air. Air is breathed in and out of tubes A and B. What can be observed from the lime water in test tube A and test tube B? A B C D
523.

The lime water of test tube A and test tube B remained unchanged. The lime water of test tube A and test tube B turned chalky at the same time. The lime water in test tube A became chalky faster than the lime water in test tube B. The lime water in test tube B became chalky faster than the lime water in test tube A.

Choose the suitable compositions of air for human to breathe in. Oxygen 4% 16% 21% 0.03% Carbon dioxide 16% 4% 0.03% 21%

A B C D
524.

Based on the above experiment, which of the following observations is incorrect?


111

A B C D
525.

In tube X, carbon dioxide is added to the air. In tube X, the indicator turns yellow. In tube Y, oxygen is added to the air. In tube Y, the indicator does not change colour. X + Oxygen Energy + Y + Water

The above equation shows a chemical reaction. X and Y could be food. I II glucose. III carbon dioxide. A B C D
526.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The alveoli are suitable for the exchange of gases. This is because they are well covered by blood capillaries. I II they have very thin and moist walls. III they have large surface area. A B C D
527.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following percentage of oxygen and carbon dioxide in exhaled air is correct? Oxygen - 21% I II Carbon dioxide - 4% III Oxygen - 16% A B C D
528.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, what will happen at the end of this experiment?
112

Hydrogen carbonate indicator in tube X will change to yellow colour. I II Hydrogen carbonate indicator in tube Y will change to yellow colour. III Hydrogen carbonate indicator in tube Z will be in red colour. A B C D
529.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, which of the following is true about this experiment? The lime water in boiling tube B turns chalky faster than the lime water in boiling tube A. I II The conclusion of this experiment is exhaled air contains more carbon dioxide than inhaled air. III The lime water of boiling tube A turns chalky faster than the lime water in boiling tube B. A B C D
530.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

In the human respiratory system, when air passes through the nose, the air is surrounded by many blood capillaries. I II filtered by fine hair. III warmed to body temperature. A B C D
531.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above experiment shows three boiling tubes A, B and C. Boiling tube A and B contains of a cockroach and germinating seeds. What can be observed from the experiment?
113

The indicator of boiling tube A moved inwards towards the boiling tube. I II The indicator of boiling tube B moved inwards towards the boiling tube. III The indicator of boiling tube C moved away from the boiling tube. A B C D
532.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

What factors help the gas exchange between blood capillaries and alveolus can be carried out effectively? Alveoli has many blood capillaries. I II Alveoli has very thin walls. III Alveoli has very moist walls. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following pairs is/are matched correctly?


533.

I II III A B C D
534.

Gas Oxygen Nitrogen Heat I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Inhaled air 21% 78% More

Exhaled air 16% 78% Less

Which of the following takes place in the above experiment? The cockroach releases carbon dioxide. I II The indicator moves outwards away from the tube due to the pressure from carbon dioxide. III The sodium hydroxide absorbs oxygen. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

114

535.

The above experiment shows three test tubes P, Q and R. Test tube P and Q consists of a cockroach and germinating seeds respectively. Which of the test tube shows chalky lime water? P I II Q III R A B C D
536.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, what can be observed from this experiment? Candle A extinguished earlier than candle B. I II Exhaled air has less oxygen than inhaled air. III Candle B will burn longer than candle A. A B C D
537.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only Nose X Bronchi Y Alveoli

The above shows the process where air is inhaled into human lungs. Which of the following represents X and Y? Capillary. I II Trachea. III Bronchioles. A B C D
538. 115

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is incorrect about exhaled air?

Less heat than inhaled air. I II Less oxygen than inhaled air. III More water vapour than inhaled air. A B C D
539.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The below table shows the differences of respiration and photosynthesis. Which of the following pairs is/are correct? Respiration Releases carbon I dioxide. II Absorbs oxygen. III For human. Photosynthesis Absorbs carbon dioxide. Releases oxygen. For plant and animal.

A B C D
540.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following conditions are required for combustion except A B C D


541.

fuel. heat. oxygen. hydrogen.

Which of the following statements about combustion is incorrect? A B C D


542.

Fuel gas is used at home to cook food. During burning, heat and light are produced. When kerosene is burnt, carbon dioxide and water vapour is produced. Fuel cannot be lighted up if its temperature is too low.

Which of the following properties is required for combustion? A B C D


543.

Carbon dioxide. Oxygen. Water vapour. Heat and carbon dioxide.

116

In order for the above two processes to take place, what is X, Y and W? X Oxygen Water Water Fuel Y Water Fuel Oxygen Water W Fuel Oxygen Fuel Oxygen

A B C D
544.

After a few days, which test tube's iron nails will be corroded? A B C D
545.

P Q R P and R

Which of the following methods cannot prevent iron from corrosion? A B C D


546.

Wipe with grease. Paint with alcohol. Wrap with plastic. Paint with paint.
X Oxygen Y Heat Light
burns

The above equation shows the products of X when X is burned in the air. Which of the following represents X and Y? X Magnesium oxide Magnesium Carbon Carbon dioxide Y Magnesium Magnesium oxide Water Carbon
X Oxygen Y Z Heat Light
burns

A B C D
547.

The above equation shows the products of X (such as diesel) when X is burned in the air. Which of the following represents X, Y and Z? Y Hydrogen A hydroxide Carbon Carbon B dioxide Water C Hydrocarbon Hydrocarbon Carbon D X Hydrogen Z Water Water Carbon Water
117

dioxide
548.

The above experiment is to determine the end products of charcoal combustion. Which of the following inference is not true at the end of this experiment? A B C D
549.

The wall of the gas jar is warm. The lime water turns chalky. Carbon burns in oxygen to produce heat, light and hydrocarbon. The charcoal burned brightly in the gas jar.

Which of the following methods to extinguish a fire is incorrect? Method Water, sand Powder fire extinguisher, water Powder fire extinguisher, sand Foam fire extinguisher Source of fire Solid fuel Liquid fuel Electric current Gaseous fire
X Oxygen Y Water Heat Light burn

A B C D

550.

The above equation shows the process of combustion in air. Which of the following represents X and Y? X Kerosene Charcoal Gasoline Sugar Y Carbon Carbon dioxide Carbon Carbon dioxide

A B C D
551.

Which of the following is not true about the importance of combustion? A B C D


552.

Petrol and diesel are burnt to enable motor vehicles to move. Fuel gas is used at home to cook food. Kerosene is burnt in factory to get light energy. Fuel hydrogen is burnt in oxygen to launch space ships.

Which of the following applications do not depend on fuel combustion? A Space ship. B Motor vehicle.
118

C Bullet train. D Rocket.


553.

Based on the above diagram, what can you observe at the end of this experiment? A B C D
554.

Both candle burns for the same length of period. Candle Y will extinguish faster than candle X. Candle X will burn longer than candle Y. Candle Y will burn longer than candle X.

Which of the following will be produced when gasoline is burnt? A B C D


555.

Carbon dioxide and nitrogen. Oxygen and carbon. Hydrocarbon and oxygen. Carbon dioxide and water.

The above diagram shows an experiment about combustion. Which of the following explains the above experiment? Combustion uses 20% of the air. I II Candle Y burns longer because there is more oxygen in the gas jar. III Candle X extinguish faster because there is no oxygen in the gas jar. A B C D
556.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only


burns

X + Oxygen Y + Light + Heat The above equation shows the combustion of X in the air. X and Y could be carbon. I II carbon dioxide. III magnesium.
119

A B C D
557.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements about combustion is false? Combustion takes place in all matters. I II Carbon dioxide is released when diesel is burnt. III Heat and light are the products of combustion. A B C D
558.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

X is needed for the above processes to take place. What is X? Oxygen. I II Water. III Carbon. A B C D
559.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Choose the following methods that can prevent iron from corrosion. Wrap with plastic. I II Layer it with paint. III Wipe with grease. A B C D
560.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following produces water during combustion? Diesel. I II Gasoline. III Candle. A I, II, III
120

B I, II C II, III D I only Which of the following sources of fuel is/are matched correctly with its purpose?
561.

Source of fuel Oil lamp I II Fuel gas III Fuel hydrogen A B C D


562.

Purpose To get light energy. To cook food. For motor vehicle.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

What is produced when kerosene is burnt in the air? Carbon dioxide. I II Water. III Heat. A B C D
563.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is set free when gasoline is burnt? Carbon dioxide. I II Light. III Water vapour. A B C D
564.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram is to determine the products of combustion of kerosene. Which of the following recorded test observations is/are correctly matched with its inferences? Observation Inference
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Lime water is chalky. II Blue cobalt chloride paper turns pink. III Walls of gas jar are warm. I A B C D
565.

Carbon dioxide is produced. Water is produced.

Heat energy is set free

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The below table shows sources of fire and its methods to put it out. Which of the following pairs is/are matched correctly? Source of fire Butane Electric current Method Powder extinguisher Carbon dioxide extinguisher Sand and water

I II

III Alcohol A B C D
566.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only X + Oxygen Water + Carbon dioxide

The above equation shows the combustion of X in air. X can be diesel. I II kerosene. III sugar. A B C D
567.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is needed for combustion? Oxygen. I II Heat. III Fuel. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only
122

What are the bad effects of rusting iron to human and the environment?
568.

Causes tetanus. I II Destroys human property. III Weakens the building structure. A B C D
569.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows the combustion of kerosene. A few tests are conducted. Which of the following is/are matched correctly with its observation? Test Cobalt chloride I paper II Lime water III Litmus paper A B C D
570.

Observation Turns pink. Turns chalky. Turns red.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following methods cannot be used to control air pollution? A B C D


571.

Stop constructing industrial factories next to residential area. Not to use too much of pesticide. Use unleaded petrol. Encourage people to practise open burning of rubbish.

Which of the following statements about pollutants polluting its environment is incorrect? A B C D
572.

CFC corrodes ozone layer. Dust causes asthma and cough. Sulphur dioxide causes acid rain. Carbon monoxide causes difficulties in breathing.

The following is caused by air pollution except A damages of lungs.


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B damages of brain cells. C defects in unborn babies. D floods in town areas. Which of the following diseases is not caused by breathing in polluted air?
573.

A B C D
574.

Lung cancer. Bronchitis. Heart disease. Stomach cancer.

Which of the following air pollutants and its consequences is matched incorrectly? Air pollutants Consequences Carbon dioxide Global warming A Pesticides Poisoning B C Chlorofluorocarbon Damage of ozone layer Nitrogen oxide Damages of D nervous system Lead can cause
575.

A B C D
576.

the Earth temperature to increase. damages to nervous system. damages to brain cells. damages to ozone layer.

The following is the effects of too much dust in air, except A B C D


577.

causes health problem such as lung cancers. pollutes environment. reduces photosynthesis process . causes acid rain.

The reduction of photosynthesis process in green plants is cause by the increase of A B C D


578.

carbon monoxide. smoke and soot. sulfur dioxide. carbon dioxide.

Imbalance of carbon cycle and oxygen cycle Increase of Earth temperature Global warming Based on the above information, this phenomenon is known as A haze.
124

B ultraviolet radiation. C green house effect. D acid rain. Which of the following air pollutants and its sources is matched incorrectly?
579.

Air pollutant Sources A Chlorofluorocarbon Spray from aerosol Burning of B Carbon dioxide rubbish Refrigerator and C Sulfur dioxide air conditioner Excessive use of D Lead insecticide in agriculture activities The green house effect will cause the following except
580.

Earth temperature increases. I II thickening of ozone layer. III acid rain. A B C D


581.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is caused by the harmful ultraviolet rays? Skin cancer. I II Lowering of body defence system. III Eyes become blind. A B C D
582.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Radioactive wastes released into environment can cause infertility. I II cancer. III vomiting. A I, II, III B I, II C II, III
125

D I only
583.

Corrodes houses Corrodes the lining of the respiratory Based on the above information, which of the following cause it happens? Carbon dioxide. I II Sulfur dioxide. III Nitrogen oxide. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following causes air pollution?


584.

Increase burning of fossil fuels. I II Increase usage of vehicles. III Increase of forest fires. A B C D
585.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following methods can control air pollution? Reduce the use of chlorofluorocarbon. I II Avoid open burning of rubbish. III Encourage farmers to use insecticide. A B C D
586.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Sulfur dioxide can cause acid rain. I II corrosion to houses. III poisoning. A B C D
587. 126

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Air will be polluted when gas is released

from motor vehicle's exhaust. I II by photosynthesis process. III by respiration process. A B C D


588.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Below table shows air pollutants and its effects. Which of the following pairs is/are matched correctly? Air pollutant Carbon monoxide Smoke and soot Effect Damages brain and cause death Reduce photosynthesis Global warming

I II

III Carbon dioxide A B C D


589.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following disease is caused by the increase of dust and soot in air? Lung cancer. I II Bronchitis. III Asthma. A B C D
590.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following will happen when the air is not clean except A B C D
591.

more haze and more car accidents. the Earth temperature increases and air become hotter. more health problems faced by human. more people go for outing.

We should adopt the following habit to keep our air clean except A B C D ban open burning of rubbish. plant more trees. be more indifferent and self centered. do not smoke in public places.
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The following ways are encouraged to keep air clean except


592.

A B C D
593.

ban on open burning of rubbish. encourage motor vehicle to use catalytic converters. encourage forest fires. run campaigns to discourage cigarette smoking.

Without clean air, the following will happen to human beings except the chance of getting asthma is higher. I II human suffers from breathing difficulties. III human suffers from cataract and skin cancer. A B C D
594.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following habits we should adopt to keep the air clean? Understanding. I II Cooperative. III Responsible. A B C D
595.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following ways is to keep the air clean? Run campaigns to explain the importance of clean air to human. I II Ban smoking in public places. III Plant more trees in the house compound. A B C D
596.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following has potential energy? A B C D


597. 128

A car moving on the road. A diver standing on the diving board. A lighted bulb. A spinning ball.

Which of the following statements about energy is not true?

A B C D
598.

Energy cannot be created or destroyed. Energy is the capacity of a physical system to do work. Mechanical energy is the combination of kinetic energy and potential energy. The standard unit of energy is volt (V).

The above diagram shows a free swinging pendulum. Its highest points are P and R. What energies does the pendulum have at position P, Q and R? P Potential energy Potential energy Kinetic energy Kinetic energy Q Kinetic energy Potential energy Potential energy Kinetic energy R Potential energy Potential energy Kinetic energy Potential energy

A B C D

When two atoms are combined to form a new larger atom, what energy does this fusion have?
599.

A B C D
600.

Kinetic energy. Mechanical energy. Thermal energy. Nuclear energy.

Which of the following statements concerning the characteristics of thermal energy is not true? A B C D
601.

Thermal energy can be found in hot objects. Thermal energy flows from a hotter body to a colder body. Living things can obtain thermal energy from the oxidation of food. Thermal energy can cause the lost of temperature of an object.

The above diagram shows a light bulb. If the light bulb is turned on, what is the conversion of energy? A Chemical energy Electric energy + Thermal energy B Chemical energy Light energy C Electric energy Thermal energy + Light energy
129

D Kinetic energy Light energy Electric energy Kinetic energy + Thermal energy + Sound energy
602.

Which of the following converts energy as shown above? A B C D


603.

Telephone. Oil lamp. Hair drier. Dynamo.

When an aeroplane is flying towards the sky, what energy is increasing? A B C D


604.

Chemical energy. Potential energy. Solar energy. Thermal energy.

The above diagram shows a ball rolling down freely from the highest point, passing P, Q, R and S. At which point the ball has the greatest potential energy? A B C D
605.

P Q R S

The above diagram shows a spring, bouncing up and down. What is its conversion of energy? A B C D
606.

Chemical energy Kinetic energy Kinetic energy Thermal energy + Sound energy Potential energy Kinetic energy Chemical energy Potential energy

Which of the following appliance is correctly matched to its conversion of energy? Appliance Conversion of energy
130

A B C D

Television Chemical energy Light energy + Thermal energy Fan Iron Oil lamp Electric energy Kinetic energy Electric energy Sound energy + Thermal energy Chemical energy Thermal energy + Kinetic energy

The following can be converted from light energy from the Sun except
607.

A B C D
608.

chemical energy. solar energy. nuclear energy. kinetic energy.

What is the main conversion of energy for the model in the above diagram? A B C D
609.

Electric energy Thermal energy Kinetic energy Sound energy Chemical energy Electric energy Kinetic energy Sound energy Thermal energy Electric energy Kinetic energy Sound energy Chemical energy Thermal energy Electric energy Sound energy

Chemical energy changes to mechanical energy when A B C D


610.

a light bulb is turned on. a balloon is released into the sky. a bread is toasted. a car is moving.

In an experiment, a student throws a ball from first floor to the ground. Which of the following energy changes take place? Kinetic energy Increases Decreases Increases Decreases Potential energy Increases Decreases Decreases Increases

A B C D
611.

The following are the sources of sound energy except A thunder.


131

B music instrument. C television. D car. Which of the following has kinetic energy?
612.

A B C D
613.

Lighting. A flying aeroplane. A lighted electric bulb. A battery.

The above diagram shows a ball rolling down a slope. As the ball rolls down, which of the following energy will increase? A B C D
614.

Kinetic energy. Chemical energy. Potential energy. Mechanical energy. P + Q = Solar energy

The above shows that solar energy consists of P and Q. Which of the following represents P and Q? P Nuclear energy Heat energy Light energy Heat energy Q Mechanical energy Nuclear energy Chemical energy Light energy

A B C D
615.

The following figure shows some converters with its energy conversions. Which of the following pair is incorrectly matched ? Energy conversion Light energy Electrical energy Electric kettle Electric energy Heat energy Bicycle dynamo Kinetic energy Chemical energy Moving car Chemical energy Kinetic energy Converter Solar cell

A B C D

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616.

Based on the above diagram, what forms of energy are produced? A B C D Potential energy Chemical energy Kinetic energy Sound energy Chemical energy Potential energy Kinetic energy Sound energy Potential energy Kinetic energy Sound Chemical energy Kinetic energy Sound

617.

The above diagram shows the hand moves to wind up the coil of a toy car. The following forms of energy are produced except A B C D
618.

kinetic energy. potential energy. mechanical energy. chemical energy.

A policeman uses his gun and fires a bullet in the air, which of the following form of energy is not involved? A B C D Nuclear energy. Heat energy. Kinetic energy. Sound energy.

619.

Sound energy Kinetic energy Electrical energy Kinetic energy Sound energy Based on the above energy conversion, which of the following is the converter? A B C D Hair dryer. Telephone. Television. Radio.

133

620.

The above information shows how a nuclear power station works. Which of the following represents X and Y? X Electrical energy Heat energy Nuclear energy Heat energy Y Heat energy Electrical energy Heat energy Nuclear energy

A B C D
621.

The above diagram shows the release of nuclear energy from an uranium source. The process is called A B C D
622.

nuclear fission. nuclear fusion. nuclear energy. solar energy.

The above diagram shows sources of energy. Which of the following can be X, Y and Z? X Hydro Lighting Water Geothermal Y Nuclear Thunder Light Biomass Z Chemical Wind Wind Waves

A B C D
623.

Sodium hydroxide dissolves in water and the water becomes warm. What energy change takes place? A B C D Heat energy Light energy Chemical energy Heat energy Electrical Heat Chemical energy Light energy
134

624.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following shows the changes of energy? A B C D Kinetic energy Heat energy Sound energy Kinetic energy Sound energy Heat energy Chemical energy Kinetic energy Sound energy Potential energy Heat energy Light energy

625.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following shows the changes of energy? A B C D Chemical energy Heat energy Sound energy Kinetic energy Heat energy Light energy Heat energy Kinetic energy Sound energy Potential energy Chemical energy Light energy

Which of the following statements concerning biomass energy is false?


626.

A B C D
627.

Biomass energy is obtained from decomposing plant materials. Biomass energy is obtained from decomposing animal materials. Biomass energy is obtained from the heat released from the Earth's interior. Biomass energy is obtained by burning animal materials.

The following are the usages of wind as sources of energy except A B C D


628.

turning windmills to grind corn. turning turbines and dynamos to produce electrical energy. moving sailing ships. providing extra energy to move cars.

In a hydroelectric power station, water stored in a dam has A B C D chemical energy. light energy. potential energy. electrical energy.

135

629.

When the wood in the above diagram is pulled down and let go, it will move up and down. What form of energy is involved? A B C D
630.

Potential energy. Mechanical energy. Heat energy. Kinetic energy.

P - Kinetic energy Q - Electrical energy R - Heat energy S - Chemical energy The above information shows the forms of energy involved in a power station. Which of the following is the correct sequence? A B C D P, Q, R, S S, R, P, Q P, S, R, Q Q, P, R, S

631.

Energy is produced by vibration Cannot travel through vacuum Travel at the speed of 300 m/s Based on the above information, which of the following form of energy has all the above characteristics? A B C D Light energy. Chemical energy. Sound energy. Nuclear energy.

632.

Energy which supplies to solar cells Travel at a speed of 300 000 km/s Use in photosynthesis process Which of the following form of energy has all the characteristics described above? A B C D Heat energy. Sound energy. Light energy. Solar energy.

The following sources of energy are directly and indirectly from the sun, except
633.

A energy in fossil fuels.


136

B energy in waves. C energy in plants. D energy in hydroelectric. Converter


634.

Energy conversion Electrical energy Heat energy Light energy Electrical energy Chemical energy Electrical energy Light energy

P Q R

Based on the above information, which of the following represents converter P, Q and R? P Solar cell Electric kettle Bread toaster Battery Q Radio Solar cell Dynamo Spinning fan R Battery Torch light Solar cell Motor

A B C D
635.

The following are the sources of biomass energy except A B C D


636.

sugar cane juice. rubbish. coir. alcohol.

Which of the following is not fossil fuel? A B C D


637.

Plutonium. Petroleum. Coal. Natural gas.

The above diagram shows a water pump. What energy change takes place? A Kinetic energy Electrical energy Kinetic energy Potential energy
137

B Potential energy Kinetic energy Electrical energy Kinetic energy C Chemical energy Kinetic energy Electrical energy Potential energy D Chemical energy Electrical energy Kinetic energy Potential energy The following activities involve energy change from potential energy to kinetic energy except
638.

A B C D
639.

a spinning fan. a swinging pendulum. water flowing out from a dam. coconut falling from a tree.

Which of the following has the greatest kinetic energy? A B C D


640.

Water in a dam. A moving bullet train. An orbiting satellite. A flying aeroplane.

Potential energy is stored in an object because of its A B C D


641.

speed. position. mass. length.

The above diagram shows a lighted bulb in a circuit. The energy change is A B C D Chemical energy Chemical energy Electrical energy Electrical energy

Electrical energy Heat energy Light energy Electrical energy Light energy + Heat energy Heat energy Light energy Light energy

642.

The above diagram shows a ball rolling down from a slope. Which of the following statement is false? A B C D Potential energy is maximum at position X. Kinetic energy increases at position Y. Potential energy increases at position Y. Kinetic energy is minimum at position Z.
138

'Work' has different meaning in science. Which of the following is not a work?
643.

A B C D
644.

Muhammad takes his book from his bag and places it on his table. Kim Seng is walking up the stairs. Ali is going to switch on the light. A group of students are pushing a motorcar.

Which of the following is false concerning the usage of light energy? A B C D


645.

It is used to display films in the cinema. It is used for photosynthesis process. It supplies energy to solar cells. It is used to dry wet clothes.

The following statements concerning chemical energy are true, except A B C D


646.

chemical energy can be used to produce electrical energy. human body energy originates from the chemical energy in food. chemical energy can change to heat, light and sound energy. one of the examples of chemical energy is the rotating wheels of a vehicle.

Geothermal energy is the energy obtained from deep in the Earth. Which of the following energy is obtained by geothermal? Heat energy. I II Nuclear energy. III Solar energy. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Solar power
647.

is free. I II is clean. III originates from sun. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

139

648.

Based on the above diagram, it shows that the ball is rolling down a slope. Which of the following explain this experiment? At position X, the potential energy is at maximum. I II At position Y, the kinetic energy is increasing. III At position Z, the kinetic energy is zero. A B C D
649.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows a swinging pendulum. Which of the following is true about this swinging pendulum? The ball has maximum potential energy at position X. I II The ball has maximum kinetic energy at position Y. III The ball has maximum potential energy at position Z. A B C D
650.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Nuclear energy is obtained by splitting the atoms of uranium. I II plutonium. III titanium. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

140

651.

Which of the following types of energy are not involved in the above diagram? Chemical energy. I II Electrical energy. III Light energy. A B C D
652.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following energy conversion matched to its energy converter is incorrect? I Solar cell : Electrical energy Light energy II Dynamo : Kinetic energy Electrical energy III Bread toaster : Electrical energy Heat energy A B C D
653.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following energy involved in nuclear power station? Chemical energy. I II Heat energy. III Kinetic energy. A B C D
654.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following energy is not involved in the above diagram? Chemical energy. I II Kinetic energy. III Electrical energy. A I, II, III
141

B I, II C II, III D I only


655.

The types of energy involved in the activity shown above are heat energy. I II light energy. III kinetic energy. A B C D
656.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which energy is involved when releasing a stretched rubber band? Kinetic energy. I II Chemical energy. III Heat energy. A B C D
657.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows a light bulb. Which of the following types of energy are involved? Chemical energy. I II Electrical energy. III Heat energy. A B C D
658.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, which of the following statements is/are true?
142

Potential energy - When played, guitar strings are stretched I II Sound energy - Sound of the guitar III Kinetic energy - When played, the guitar strings vibrate A B C D
659.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following types of energy are involved in the above diagram, except chemical energy. I II potential energy. III kinetic energy. A B C D
660.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following types of energy are involved when a boy shoots a stone from his catapult? Chemical energy. I II Kinetic energy. III Sound energy. A B C D
661.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Calcium dissolves in water and the water becomes warm. Which of the following energy involved in this process? Chemical energy. I II Heat energy. III Light energy. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The word 'work' has a different meaning in science. Which of the following examples explain this?
662.

A student use all his energy to push against the wall.


143

II A student picks up a box on the floor and puts it on the table. III A monkey from a tree throws a coconut to the ground. A B C D
663.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following processes need light energy? To draw power from a solar cell. I II Photosynthesis process. III Recharge batteries. A B C D
664.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows both of the hands are rubbing. Which of the following energy involved in this process? Potential energy. I II Heat energy. III Kinetic energy. A B C D
665.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Some countries use tides to turn turbines and dynamos to produce electrical energy. Tides flow in and out from the shore possess electrical energy. I II kinetic energy. III potential energy. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following has kinetic energy?


666.

A boy standing in the field.


144

II A swinging pendulum. III A fish swimming in the lake. A B C D


667.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows a ball rolling down from point P to point S. Which of the following statements is true? The ball has the highest kinetic energy at point S. I II The ball has the highest potential energy at point P. III Sound energy is produced at point Q. A B C D
668.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Biomass energy can be produced from the decay of dead plants. I II dead animal. III plastic. A B C D
669.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Among the following energy converters, which of them transfer electric energy to kinetic energy? Dynamo. I II Electric fan. III Electronic clock. A B C D
670.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Below shows energy converters and its energy conversion. Which of the pairs is/are matched incorrectly? Energy converter Energy conversion
145

Television Electric energy Light energy + Thermal energy II Dynamo Electric energy Kinetic energy Electric energy Kinetic III Fan energy I A B C D
671.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Energy obtained from the sun is light energy. I II chemical energy. III kinetic energy. A B C D
672.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following activities does not transfer potential energy into kinetic energy? Throwing a ball into the sky. I II A coconut drops from its tree. III A swinging pendulum. A B C D
673.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only Electrical energy Heat energy

Based on the above energy conversion, which of the following could be the energy converters? Electric kettle. I II Bread toaster. III Lighted candle. A B C D
674.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Energy is produced by vibration Cannot travel through vacuum Energy at a speed of 300 m/s Based on the above information, which of the following sources of energy fulfill the characteristics?
146

Thunder. I II Musical instrument. III Television. A B C D


675.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following energy is not involved in the above diagram? Chemical energy. I II Kinetic energy. III Potential energy. A B C D
676.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Water stored in a hydroelectric power station and water that flows out from it has kinetic energy. I II potential energy. III sound energy. A B C D
677.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Wind which possesses kinetic energy can be used to move cars. I II move sailing ships. III turn windmills. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

147

Nuclear energy is released in the process called


678.

solar cell. I II nuclear fission. III nuclear fusion. A B C D


679.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following is not a source of energy? Electricity. I II Waves. III Wind. A B C D
680.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following changes the potential energy of an object? Condition. I II Position. III Weight. A B C D
681.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

According to the diagram above, which of the following is an example for X? A B C D


682.

Petroleum. Wind. Hydro. Solar.

Energy resource that does not pollute environment and not dangerous to the health of living things is A B C D petroleum. radioactive material. sun. natural gas.
148

The following are the advantages of hydroelectric power, except


683.

A B C D
684.

it does not produce polluting waste. it is a renewable energy resource. it has a low consumption cost. it balances the ecosystem.

Which of the following energy sources and its disadvantages is matched incorrectly? Energy source Wind Hydro Nuclear Biomass Disadvantage Depend on its speed High cost of construction Risk of accidents Produce acidic gases

A B C D
685.

Which of the following energy sources and its advantages is matched incorrectly? Energy source Waves A Solar B Tides C D
686.

Fossil fuels

Advantage Unlimited source No pollution Low cost of construction Easy to burn

Which of the following energy source pollutes the environment and is dangerous to the health of living things? A B C D Wind. Geothermal. Solar. Waves.

687.

According to the diagram above, which of the following is an example for X? A B C D


688.

Nuclear. Biomass. Natural gas. Coal.

The following are the disadvantages of geothermal, except A B C D it requires high construction cost. it is difficult to find suitable area and the energy is limited. it is harmful. it has lots of supply.
149

The following are the ways to save energy at home, except


689.

A B C D
690.

switch off the light when not in use. use the LRT train instead of using your own car. switch off the television when you're not watching. instead of 100W bulb, use a 40W bulb.

Which of the following ways to save energy in industry is false? A B C D


691.

Ensure all machines works efficiently. Switch off the main power supply to the factory when not in use. Recycle materials such as newspaper, plastic and aluminium. Always choose methods which use less energy.

In some countries, wind energy is used to move yacht. Wind energy originates from the A B C D
692.

Sun. air. Earth. waves.

The following statements are true concerning renewable sources of energy, except A B C D
693.

renewable energy source are always exist. examples of renewable energy sources are wind, waves and biomass. renewable energy source cannot be depleted. renewable energy source are environment friendly and do not cause any pollution.

Based on the above table, which cannot be depleted? A B C D


694.

W, X, Y and Z. Y and Z. X and Z . W and Y.

Which of the following disadvantages is false concerning fossil fuels? It releases a lot of energy. I II It causes pollution. III It produces acidic gases. A I, II, III
150

B I, II C II, III D I only


695.

Based on the above diagram, which of the following represents X? Solar energy. I II Biomass energy. III Geothermal energy. A B C D
696.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

According to the above, which of the following represents X? Petroleum. I II Coal. III Natural gas. A B C D
697.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Among the following are disadvantages of waves energy, except plentiful of supply. I II no pollution. III environment friendly. A B C D
698.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Among the following are disadvantages of geothermal, except plenty of supply. I II high construction cost. III limited area. A I, II, III B I, II
151

C II, III D I only All the following are disadvantages of tides energy, except
699.

unlimited source. I II no pollution. III suitable areas are limited. A B C D


700.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

All the following are advantages of wind energy, except unlimited source. I II insufficient supply of electrical energy III dependent on wind speed. A B C D
701.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

What is the disadvantage of nuclear energy? It will pollute the environment. I II Its waste material is radioactive. III Human safety is not guaranteed. A B C D
702.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following advantages about hydro energy is true, except It causes destruction of habitats. I II No pollution. III Unlimited supply. A B C D
703. 152

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following advantages is true about solar energy?

Depends on weather. I II No pollution. III Unlimited supply. A B C D


704.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following actions is wasting energy? Car-pool or using public transport to working place. I II Iron one shirt everyday with an electrical iron. III Turn on the high power light when sleeping. A B C D
705.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows the table of energy sources. Which of the following will be depleting? W and Y. I II X. III Z . A B C D
706.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Among the following are the benefits of natural gas, except the source does not deplete. I II it produces a lot of heat. III it burns almost completely. A B C D
707.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following disadvantages about biomass energy is false, except I it removes waste organic matter.
153

II it requires large amount of biomass. III it requires high construction cost. A B C D


708.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Heat can flow from a place to another if there is a difference of .. between these two places. A B C D
709.

density pressure volume temperature

Which of the following statements about heat is true?


(C) It is measured in the unit of degree Celsius . B If the movement of particles in a body increases, heat will increase. C It is a form of energy that causes an object to become hot. D Heat can be measured with a thermometer.

The following statements about heat is correct except


710.

A B C D
711.

heat is measured in units called joules (J). heat is a form of energy. heat is transferred from a hot area to a cold area. sun is the only source for heat.

The below figure shows the comparison between heat and temperature. Which of the following pair is correctly matched? Heat in A Measured degree Celsius B Does not depend on the size of object C An object becomes hotter when heat is added. Temperature Measured in joule Depends on size of object the

The temperature of an object increases when heat is added. D Transferred from Transferred from cold place to hot hot place to cold place place Which of the following uses of heat and its explanations is matched incorrectly?
712.

Use

Explanation
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A For melting

Heat is used to melt iron for casting. Heat is used for B For sterilizing sterilizing containers in food factory. C For making Heat is required in substances making glass. D For moulding Heat is to heat plastic for reshaping.
713 .

Beaker W X Y Z Volume of water 120 75 120 85 (cm3) (C) 95 95 55 55 Temperature The above table shows the result of an experiment. Which of the beaker has the most heat? A B C D W X Y Z

714 .

Beaker P Q R S (C) 70 70 70 70 Temperature Volume of water 650 450 300 150 (cm3) Based on the above table, arrange beaker P, Q, R and S according to their heat content in increasing order? A B C D S, Q, R, P P, R, Q, S S, R, Q, P P, Q, R, S

The following produce heat except


715.

A B C D
716.

switching on an electric kettle to boil water. switching on an electric bulb. switching on an electric fan. struck a match stick on the match box.

Choose the correct units in measuring temperature and heat in the school laboratory.
(C)

Temperature T A K B C C D C

Heat H KJ J kJ
155

Choose the incorrect statement about heat.


717.

A B C D
718.

Heat can be transferred. Heat does not need a medium to travel. Heat can change the state of a matter. Heat cannot be measured.

Heat can travel through A B C D


719.

solid only. vacuum only. gas only. solid, liquid, gas and vacuum.

Heat can be produced in many ways from the following energy, except A B C D
720.

electrical energy. solar energy. kinetic energy. mechanical energy.

The amount of heat in an object depends on the following except A B C D


721.

weight. temperature. mass. capacity.

The following appliances do not use heat from solar energy, except A B C D
722.

refrigerator. electric oven. solar water heater. electric fan.

Temperature can be defined as A B C D


723.

frequency of collision between heated atoms. attracting force between heated atoms. amount of energy in a heated material. the measured amount of heat in a place or in the body.

Which of the following will happen when heat is absorbed in our body? Change of temperature. I II Change of capacity. III Change of mass.
156

A B C D
724.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

When an object is heated, the object will change in its shape. I II temperature. III size. A B C D
725.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Heat will flow from hot area to cold area when there is difference in temperature. I II pressure. III capacity. A B C D
726.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

A thermometer is used to measure amount of heat of an object. I II temperature of human body. III temperature of an object. A B C D
727.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following activities produce heat? Rubbing our hand together. I II Burning rubbish. III High speed of aircraft. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only
157

Which of the following about temperature is correct?


728.

Measured by thermometer. I II It is the degree of hotness of an object. III Measured in the unit of degree Celsius. A B C D
729.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following about heat is correct, except heat is transferred from cold place to hot place. I II heat is a form of energy. III heat is measured in the unit of Joule(J). A B C D
730.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Heat can be produced by volcanic lava. I II hot water spring. III burning fuel. A B C D
731.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The quantity of heat in an object depends on its material. I II temperature. III mass. A B C D
732.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Heat can be transferred in I vacuum.


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II liquid. III solid. A B C D


733.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following energy can be used to produce heat? Sound energy. I II Nuclear energy. III Solar energy. A B C D
734.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above, which of the following is true? Total energy in beaker P and beaker Q are different. I II Heat in beaker P is higher than heat in beaker Q. III Heat in beaker Q is higher than heat in beaker P. A B C D
735.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

A piece of iron and a cup of water have same temperature but different heat energy. This is because both of them have different heat capacities. I II are different materials. III have different volumes. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following use heat as one of their source of energy?


736.

Generating electricity. I II Preserving food. III Sterilizing containers in clinics.


159

A B C D
737.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Converted heat from solar energy can be used in hot water systems. I II generating electrical energy. III preserving food. A B C D
738.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following about heat and temperature is true? Body temperature will decrease when heat is released. I II When an object becomes hotter, its temperature will become higher. III Total heat of 50 ml , 80C water is equivalent to the total heat of 100 ml , 40C of water. A B C D
739.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Why the hand will feel cold when touching a steel-made table at room temperature? A B C D At room temperature, the table is cold. Heat from body is absorbed by the steel-made table. Steel is a weak heat conductor. Heat from the steel-made table is absorbed by the hand.

740.

Four iron cubes P, Q, R and S is heated in a boiling water as shown above. Later, these iron cubes 100 ml of water. are put into beaker W, X, Y and Z respectively, where each of them contains of The maximum temperatures in each of the beakers are measured. Arrange the beakers in ascending order, according to the temperature obtained in each of the beakers.
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A B C D
741.

W, X, Y, Z X, Y, W, Z Y, Z, W, X Z, Y, X, W

What will happen if the iron rod is heated at point X? A B C D Nail P will drop first. Nail Q will drop first. Nail P and nail Q will drop at the same time. Nail P, Q and R will drop and the same time.

Define conduction.
742.

A B C D
743.

Direct transfer of heat between environment and the body surface. Transfer of heat from the movement of liquid or air near the body surface. Loss of heat from the surface of a liquid. Transfer of heat from the environment to the inner body.

Which of the following materials is the best heat conductor? A B C D


744.

Iron. Air. Water. Aluminium.

Based on to the above diagram, it is observed that the ice did not melt even though the water at the top is boiled. Which of the following statements is not true? A B C D
745.

Very little heat flows downwards to the bottom of the tube. The wire gauze prevents the heat from flowing to the bottom of the tube. Water is a poor heat conductor. Water at the bottom of the tube still maintain at its initial temperature.

Which of the following statements about radiation is not true? A B C D Quick transfer of heat. Heat is transferred by electromagnetic wave. Can happen in vacuum. Need a medium to transfer heat.
161

Which of the following statement explains air is not a good heat conductor?
746.

A B C D
747.

Size of air particles is small. Air particles are very far apart. Air particles move at different speeds. Air consists of various types of gases.

What causes sea breeze and land breeze? A B C D


748.

The movement of sea wave. Gravity force. Conduction of air. Convection of air.

A candle is flared up as shown in the above diagram. Which of the holes would the cool air enter into the box from surrounding? In cold days, the diameter of the blood capillaries of the skin will constrict. This is to
749.

A B C D
750.

increase the speed of blood flow. prevent injures to the blood capillaries. prevent heat loss to the environment. transfer heat into the environment.

Arrange the following metals in order of heat conduction, starting with metal that conducts least. A B C D
751.

Glass, iron, aluminium, copper. Iron, aluminium, glass, copper. Copper, aluminium, iron, glass. Aluminium, iron, copper, glass.

Which of the following statements about convection is true? A B C D


752.

Transfer of heat by the movement of air or liquid past the surface of a body. Loss of heat from the surface of a liquid that is losing some of its molecules as gas. Direct transfer of heat between environment and the body surface. Heat is transferred by electromagnetic wave.

Arrange the following materials in ascending order, according to their ability to act as a heat insulator. A Asbestos, Glass, Plastic, Wood. B Water, Plastic, Wood, Air. C Water, Glass, Wood, Cork.
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D Glass, Wood, Air, Cork. Heat is transferred in the following ways, except
753.

A B C D
754.

conduction. convection. evaporation. radiation.

Which of the following will happen when the iron rod is heated? A B C D
755.

Its length will increase. Its length will decrease. Its length will remain the same. Its diameter decrease.

Based on the above diagram, what can be observed if the metal is heated? A B C D
756.

The metal ball cannot pass through the ring. The metal ball will pass through the ring. The metal ball will stuck in the ring. The metal ball will contract.

The above shows a bimetallic strip which is to be heated. After 15 minutes, what can be observed? A B C D
757.

Iron expands more than copper. Copper expands more than iron. Both iron and copper remain straight. Both iron and copper contracts.

The above diagram shows a candle below chimney X. Which of the following statement about this experiment is incorrect? A B C D Heat in air is transferred upwards by convection. On an off, the smoke rises and leaves through chimney Y. The air in chimney X becomes less dense. Denser air enters through chimney Y.
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758.

The above shows radiation taking place. The following statements are true except A B C D
759.

radiated heat is able to be absorbed. radiated heat travels at the speed of light. radiated heat is able to reflect. radiated heat moves through gases.

The above diagram shows four different rods of the same size and length. Also four thumbtacks are sticked to the rod with candle wax. Arrange the sequence of the thumb tacks falling off from the rods. A B C D
760.

Aluminium, iron, copper, glass. Aluminium, copper, iron, glass. Copper, aluminium, iron, glass. Copper, iron, aluminium, glass.

The above diagram shows two flasks filled with hot water of the same temperature. Which of the following statements is false about this experiment? A B C D
761.

After 30 minutes, the temperature in flask Y is higher than flask X. After 15 minutes the temperature in both flasks remain the same. Plastic is a good heat insulator. Plastic preserves the heat from flowing out of the flask.

The below figure shows the comparison of conduction and convection. Which of the following pair is incorrectly matched ? Conduction A Slow process. B Cannot happen in vacuum transferred C Heat Convection Fast process. Cannot happen in vacuum. Heat transferred by
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from particles to particles. D Occurs in liquid and gases only.


762.

the movement of fluid particles. Occurs in solid, liquid and gases.

Observe the above diagram and choose the correct statement. A B C D


763.

The air on the land is hotter than the air on the sea. It is called sea breeze. The air on the land has lower density. The hot air on the sea rises and replaces by the cold air from the land.

The following involves the concept of convection except A B C D


764.

air ventilation system. land breeze. electric radiator system. car radiator system.

Heat from the Sun travels to the Earth by A B C D


765.

convection. radiation. conduction. expansion.

The above diagram shows the ventilation system in a house. Which of the following statements about the diagram is false? A B C D
766.

Fresh and cold air enters the house through its doors and windows. Ventilation helps to dispose carbon dioxide from the house. Conduction is used in ventilating the house. Warm air leaves the house through its top openings.

The below figure shows the comparison of convection and radiation. Which of the following pair is matched correctly? Convection Radiation Occurs in fluids. A Occurs in air. B Very fast process. Fast process. C Transferred from Transferred
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hot area to cold area D Can happen in vacuum


767.

without using any medium Cannot happen in vacuum

The following are the examples of the usage of heat insulators in our daily life, except A B C D
768.

the holders of cooking utensils are made of insulator. electric water heaters are made of insulator. igloos are made of blocks of hard snow act as heat insulator. flask stoppers are made of insulator.

The above experiment is conducted to study the effect of heat on liquids. Choose the incorrect conclusion from the following. A B C D
769.

Different liquids expand at different rate. Benzene rises the highest followed by oil and water. Heat flows in the water through convection. When heated up, all liquids will expand.

According to the above diagram, which of the following statements is true? The tack sticked to cuprum rod will drop first. I II The tack sticked to glass rod will be the last to drop. III Aluminium is the better heat conductor compare to iron. A B C D
770.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following use the applications of heat insulators? Stoppers of flasks. I II Covers of pots and pans. III Sawdust to cover ice.
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A B C D
771.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, which of the following statements is true about this experiment? When heat is applied at the iron rod, nail P will drop first. I II Nail R will drop just after nail Q. III Heat travelled through the iron rod by conduction. A B C D
772.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, what conclusion can be made? Heat moves at the speed of light. I II Heat can be absorbed and reflected. III Heat can travel through vacuum. A B C D
773.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, it shows that the ice did not melt even if the water at the top is boiled. Which of the following statements is true about this experiment? Water is a poor heat conductor. I II The wire gauze prevents heat from flowing downwards. III Boiling tube is a poor heat conductor. A I, II, III B I, II C II, III
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D I only
774.

What would Ah Meng do if he wants the flask to maintain the temperature of the hot water as long as he can? Paint the flask with silver paint. I II Wrap the flask with feather or fur. III Keep in a dark place. A B C D
775.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Different material conducts heat at different rate. Which of the following shows the correct arrangement of the materials, starting with the best conductor? Mercury, tin, iron. I II Glass, copper, silver. III Plastic, aluminium, lead. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

776.

Below table shows the comparison of conduction and radiation. Which of the following pairs is/are matched incorrectly? Conduction No need medium. II Occurs in liquids and gases. III Slow process. I A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only Radiation Needs medium. Occurs in solids, liquids and gases. Fast process.

777.

An inflated balloon expands when brought near to an oven. This happens because the air particles in the balloon gain extra kinetic energy. I II move more actively and further apart. III expand.
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A B C D
778.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows a bimetallic strip. Heat is applied on it for 15 minutes. Which of the following statements is true? When heated, iron expands. I II Copper expands more than iron. III When heated, copper particles receive more energy than iron. A B C D
779.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following appliances use the principle of convection? Clinical thermometer. I II Refrigerator. III Car radiator. A B C D
780.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows a natural phenomena. Which of the following statements is not true? The land is hotter than the sea. I II This phenomenon is called sea breeze. III The air moves from the land to the sea. A B C D
781.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Below table shows the comparison between radiation and convection. Which of the following pairs is/are matched correctly? Radiation Convection Fast process. Fast process. Can travel Can travel through
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I II

through vacuum. vacuum. III Happens in air. Happens in fluids. A B C D


782.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

A man sitting beside a fireplace will feel hot because he gets heat from the fire by radiation. I II heat from fire flow through the air by conduction. III the wind blows the heat from the fire towards him. A B C D
783.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

According to the diagram above, both flasks are filled with hot water of the same temperature. After 30 minutes, thermometer Y shows higher temperature compare to thermometer X. Which of the following statements is true? Fur traps air, which is a heat isolator. I II Flask Y is a good heat isolator. III Thermometer X is less sensitive than thermometer Y. A B C D
784.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Pick the difference between radiation and convection. Radiation can travel through vacuum. I II Radiation happens in fluids only. III Radiation needs a medium to travel. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only
170

Convection is a process of transferring heat that happens in


785.

liquid. I II gas. III solid. A B C D


786.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following appliances use the principle of conduction? Wire gauze. I II Soldering irons. III Cooking utensils. A B C D
787.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following activities use the principle of radiation?

Scout sits around a camp fire to keep warm. I II Heat travels to the Earth from the Sun. III The hot air on the surface of the sea rises to the top. A B C D
788.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Heat from the Sun cannot reach the Earth by radiation. I II convection. III conduction. A B C D
789.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The vacuum space between two layers of glass walls in a thermos flask is to prevent heat lost by conduction and convection. I II prevent heat lost by radiation. III make the flask lighter.
171

A B C D
790.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Choose the following statements regarding energy sources which is not true? A B C D
791.

We have to delay the depletion of non renewable energy. Some energy source has limited supply. Always look for alternative sources of energy. energy cannot be created but can be destroyed.

The following will happen if energy is not conserved except A B C D


792.

non renewable energy will be used up. homes and offices will continue to be powered by electricity from existing power station. natural gas will be depleted earlier than we expect.. future designed cars will not use petrol any more.

Which of the following energy can be used to conserve energy sources? A B C D


793.

Solar energy. Waves energy. Nuclear energy. Wind energy.

The following are ways to manage energy sources properly except A B C D


794.

we must destroy more natural habitats to built more hydroelectric dams. we must save energy whenever we can. energy like uranium must be handled with great care. we must keep improving the efficiency in using energy sources.

Which of the following ways is not encouraged to reduce environmental pollution? A B C D


795.

Energy source like plutonium should be used with great care. Develop better engines for vehicle. Use more energy source like coal. Use energy sources that do not pollute environment.

Which of the following can be used to replace petroleum gas? A B C D Coal. Natural gas. Biogas methane. Butane.
172

We can avoid having wastage of energy source if


796.

we use more natural gas. I II the efficiency of electrical equipment is improved. III we always look for alternative ways of sources energy like wind energy and solar energy. A B C D
797.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Human needs to preserve and conserve energy sources because non renewable energy will be depleted one day. I II we can reduce environmental pollution. III we can avoid wastage and save energy. A B C D
798.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following are the importance of conserving energy sources? More power plants are going to be built. I II Non renewable source will be depleted in one day. III Nuclear energy is going to be used up earlier than we expect. A B C D
799.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following explain why solar energy is a better source of energy? It is one of the alternative source of energy which can be depended when non-renewable energy source is finally used up. II It can be obtained easily. III It is renewable. I A B C D
800.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Among the following are the ways to manage energy sources properly, except I we can build more hydroelectric dam by destroying more natural habitats.
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II It is encouraged to use more geothermal energy rather than biomass energy. III Fossil fuels like coal must be handled and used with care. A B C D
801.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Why railroad tracks have gaps between rails? A B C D


802.

Easy to be repaired if there is any damages. A trend of design. Prevent the tracks from over expand during hot days. Prevent the tracks from over contract during winters.

Which of the following statements about mercury thermometer is false? A B C D


803.

The mercury rises and expands in the capillary tube when it is hot. The mercury falls in the capillary rube when it is cold. The mercury remain unmoved on a rainy day. The concept of expansion and contraction of matter is engaged.

The following are true about thermostat in an electric iron, except A the bimetallic strip returns to its original position when the electric iron cools down. B the bimetallic strip thermostat in an electric iron acts as a switch. C the temperature can be controlled by changing the gap between the bimetallic strip and the contact point. D the brass on the bimetallic strip contracts when the electric iron is hot. The following appliances use thermostat, except
804.

A B C D
805.

refrigerator. electric oven. telephone. air-conditioner.

P - Electric current flows through the circuit. Q - bimetallic strip becomes hot in the present of heat. R - Electric bell sounds the alarm. S - Bimetallic strip bends and expands. The above shows the operation of an automatic fire alarm. Choose the correct operation sequence. A B C D Q, P, S, R Q, S, P, R S, Q, P, R P, S, Q, R
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806.

Which of the following does not engage the principle of expansion and contraction of matter in its application? A B C D Telephone cables. Railway lines. Thermo flask. Steel bridges.

807.

The above diagram shows a steel bridge with one end fixed and the other end placed on rollers. What is the main purpose of the rollers? A B C D
808.

To save construction cost. To reduce pressure on the bridge. To allow the bridge to contract on cold days. To allow the bridge to expand on rainy days.

The above diagram shows a railway tracks. What is the purpose of the gap between the iron rails? A B C D
809.

To allow the rails to contract during hot days. To allow room for expansion of the rail during hot weather. To reduce friction. To easily repair the railway tracks.

Why electric cables are loosened between the supporting poles? A B C D


810.

To easily repair when supporting poles fall. To allow electric current to flow easily. To allow cables to sag on rainy day. To allow cables to contract during cold weather.

Bimetallic coil is made of brass on its outer part Bimetallic coil is made of invar on its inner part Brass expands more than invar when temperature rises Based on the above information, which of the following appliances fulfill all the above characteristics? A Mercury thermometer. B Bimetallic thermometer.
175

C Electric oven. D Rivet. The following appliances make use of bimetallic strip, except
811.

television. I II refrigerator. III electric kettle. A B C D


812.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following appliances apply the concept of expansion and contraction? Fire alarm. I II Rivet. III Bimetallic thermometer. A B C D
813.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Gassy drinks like Coca-Cola is always not filled to the top of the bottle. This is to allow expansion. I II cushion shocks during transportation. III save production cost. A B C D
814.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following involve the principle of expansion and contraction of matter? Building a concrete roads. I II Building a steel bridges. III Building high building. A B C D
815. 176

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Why steam pipes have expansion joints?

To allow pipes to expand when carry stream.

II To allow pipes to contract without breaking it. III Easily can be repaired if broken. A B C D
816.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Why telephone wires are not fixed tightly between the supporting poles? To save cost on construction. I II To allow the wires to sag on hot day. III To allow the wires to contract on cold day. A B C D
817.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, which of the following explain the rollers at the end of a steel bridge? To facilitate repairing works. I II To allow the bridge to expand on hot days. III To allow the bridge to contract on cold days. A B C D
818.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Based on the above diagram, which of the following explain usage of the gap between the iron rails? To allow expansion during hot day. I II To prevent the railway tracks from crooked. III To reduce the pressure on the railway tracks.
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A B C D
819.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following appliances make use of bimetallic strips? Electric kettle. I II Electric iron. III Oven. A B C D
820.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following statements are true about the expansion and contraction of matter, except solids expand more than liquids when heated. I II gas expands the most compare to liquids when heated. III water expands and contracts according to the principle of expansion and contraction of matter. A B C D
821.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The above diagram shows four different tins filled with hot water of the same volume and temperature. After 30 minutes, which tin has the lowest temperature?
822.

According to the experiment above, which of the following statements is not true? A B C D
823.

P loses more heat than Q. Q is the better heat absorber and radiator. Q can preserves its heat longer than P. The characteristics of Q is used in making oil tanks.

Which of the following statements is false? A A shiny object radiates heat better than a dull object. B A white object reflects heat better than a black object.
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C A black object absorbs heat better than a white object. D All objects can absorb and reflect heat.
824.

Reflects a little bit of heat Absorbs a lot of heat Radiates a lot of heat Based on the above information, which of the following surfaces fulfill the above characteristics? A B C D Colourful surfaces. Black and dull surfaces. Black and shiny surfaces. White and shiny surfaces.

How fast heat is radiated by an object depends on the following, except


825.

A B C D
826.

surface area of the object. material of the object. temperature of the object. mass of the object.

Why petrol tanks are painted with aluminium paint? A B C D


827.

To prevent petrol from burning. To prevent absorption of heat. To reflect heat. To maintain the quality of the petrol.

Reflects a lot of heat Absorbs a little bit of heat Radiates a little bit of heat Based on the above information, which of the following surfaces fulfill the above characteristics? A B C D Colourful surfaces. Gold colour surfaces. White and dull surfaces. White and shiny surfaces.

The following involves the concept of absorption and radiation of heat in its application, except
828.

A B C D
829.

house wall is painted white. surface of oil tanker is painted silver. tea pot is made of aluminium. back of refrigerator is painted silver.

Why the pipes on the solar heater are black in colour? A To reflect heat from the Sun. B To absorb heat more faster from the Sun. C To prevent the loss of heat.
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D To prevent leakage.
830.

The above diagram shows two conical flask at temperature 60C. After 15 minutes, what will be the temperature of thermometer X and Y? X A B C D
831.

(0C)

(0C)

60 60 55 35

60 75 65 45

The following statements are true about the above experiment, except Q is a better heat radiator. I II P loses heat faster than Q. III The characteristic of P is applied in making the pipes of a solar heater. A B C D
832.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following pairs of dull and shiny surfaces are matched correctly? Dull surface Good heat absorber II Good heat radiator III Weak heat reflector I A B C D
833. 180

Shiny surface Good heat reflector Weak heat absorber Weak heat radiator

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Among the following are true, except

Aluminium foils surfaces are bad reflectors of heat. I II Black dull surfaces are bad radiators of heat. III White shiny surfaces are bad absorbers of heat. A B C D
834.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Why the iron helmets of fire men are shiny? To reflect heat. I II To absorb less heat. III To radiate more heat. A B C D
835.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Reflects a little bit of heat Absorbs a lot of heat Radiates a lot of heat Which of the following surfaces have the above characteristics? Black colour surfaces. I II Dull surfaces. III Many colour surfaces. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

In the Arctic, the Eskimos do not feel cold even though their igloos are made of ice. This is because
836.

ice is an insulator. I II ice absorbs less heat. III ice is a weak radiator of heat. A B C D
837.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Heat given out by an object depends on I II the type of surface of the object. the surface area of the object.
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III material of the object. A B C D


838.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following statements are true? Shiny object reflects heat better than dull object. I II Dull object radiates heat better than shiny object. III Dull object absorbs heat better than shiny object A B C D
839.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Why are the walls of houses are painted white? To absorb less heat. I II To keep the house cooler. III So the wall can last longer. A B C D
840.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Reflects a lot of heat Absorbs a little bit of heat Radiates a little bit of heat Which of the following surfaces meet the above characteristics? White colour surfaces. I II Shiny surfaces. III Golden colour surfaces. A B C D I, II, III I, II II, III I only

The following improves air circulation except


841.

A B C D

install exhaust fans. install electric fans. make ventilation holes. install air conditioners.
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842.

P - Electric kettle Q - Air conditioner R - Television S - Electric radiator Which of the following depends on heat transfer to function effectively? A B C D P and Q. P, Q and R. P, Q and S. P, Q, R and S.

Which of the following will not happen if there is no heat transfer?


843.

A B C D
844.

Salt cannot be obtained from sea water. Electric oven cannot function well. Electric fan cannot function well. Electric iron cannot function well.

Which of the following depends on heat transfer to function effectively? Car radiator. I II Coffee maker. III Refrigerator. A B C D
845.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following are the benefits of heat flow? Enables hot air in a room o be transferred out. I II Makes life more comfortable. III Evaporation of sea water. A B C D
846.

I, II, III I, II II, III I only

Which of the following will happen without heat transfer? Water cannot boils when heated. I II Clothes cannot dry. III Human always feel cold. A I, II, III B I, II C II, III
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D I only

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