ConceptConceptDocsDocuments

IB Physics HL D.3.1 Charge in electric fields Question Bank

Practise IB Physics SL/HL D.3.1 by applying charge in electric fields concepts to exam-style physics questions.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Physics HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • identify the relevant physical quantity, model or diagram
  • apply the correct equation and units to the evidence
  • justify the result using conservation laws, fields or energy relationships

D.3.1—Charge in electric fields question 1

[Maximum number: 1]

This question is in two parts. Part 1 is about photoelectricity. Part 2 is about electrical and magnetic force fields.
Part 1 Photoelectricity

(b) The diagram shows a pair of horizontal metal plates. Electrons can be deflected vertically using an electric field between the plates.

Figure for Question D.3.1—Charge in electric fields question 1 — IB Physics HL

Label, on the diagram, the polarity of the metal plates which would cause an electron positioned between the plates to accelerate upwards.

All question bank results loaded