Global challenges
Quiz: The Solar System
This interactive quiz is suitable for GCSE physics students studying the structure of the Solar System, the Sun, orbital motion and orbits and speed - Higher.
Everyday motion - OCR Gateway
Everyday, people and vehicles travel at different speeds and are exposed to large accelerations and forces.
Energy demands and resources - OCR Gateway
Much of the energy used on Earth is supplied by electricity which must be generated from other energy stores – some are renewable but most are non-renewable.
Electricity - OCR Gateway
The electricity used in homes, shops, hospitals and factories has to be transported large distances from power stations without energy being lost to the surroundings.
The Universe - OCR Gateway
Theories about the Universe's development, such as the Big Bang theory, are based on astronomical observations such as red-shift and cosmic microwave background radiation.
The Solar System, orbital motion and stars - OCR Gateway
The Sun is a relatively small star when compared to other stars in the Universe. The Solar System contains the Sun and everything that orbits it.
Uses of waves and electromagnetic radiation - OCR Gateway
All objects emit and absorb electromagnetic radiation, which is essential for life on Earth. Waves can be used to probe inside the Earth to examine its internal structure.
Sample exam questions - global challenges - OCR Gateway
Understanding how to approach exam questions helps boost exam performance. Questions will include multiple choice, descriptions and explanations, using mathematical skills and extended writing.
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