Physics-2013-f2

THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING

FORM TWO SECONDARY EDUCATION EXAMINATION, 2013

0031        PHYSICS

TIME: 2½ HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. 1. This paper consists of sections A, B and C.
2. 2. Answer ALL questions.
3. 3. ALL answers must be written in the spaces provided.
4. 4. Write your examination number at the top right corner of every page.
5. 5. ALL writing must be in blue or black ink EXCEPT drawings which must be in pencil.
6. 6. Cellphones and calculators are not allowed in the examination room.
7. 7. You may use the following constants in your calculations:

Density of water = 1 g/cm3 or 1,000 kg/m3

Density of mercury = 13.6 g/cm3 or 13,600 kg/m3

Acceleration due to gravity = 10 m/s2

Standard Temperature and Pressure (STP): T = 273 K, P = 760 mm Hg.

 

SECTION A (20 MARKS)

1. 1. Write the letter of the correct answer in the box provided for each of the following items:

1. (i) The relation of Physics with Chemistry is in making:  A. algebra, trigonometry and chemical change
2. B. insect killers, perfume and fertilizers
3. C. photosynthesis and food
4. D. rain gauge, wind vane and thermometer
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1. (ii) Which of the following groups of instruments is used to measure the basic fundamental quantities? A. beam balance, stop watch, and Vernier caliper
2. B. chemical balance, stop watch, and measuring cylinder
3. C. measuring cylinder, beam balance, and metre rule
4. D. spring balance, stop watch, and micrometer screw gauge

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