CAIE IGCSE Physics 7.2.1 Select and Safely Use Techniques and Apparatus Questions

Use authentic IGCSE Physics questions and mark schemes to practise selecting and safely using appropriate techniques and apparatus.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Physics 0625

Exam points

  • Select and safely use techniques and apparatus.

CAIE IGCSE Physics 7.2.1 Select and Safely Use Techniques and Apparatus Questions question 1

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Fig. 10.1 shows a vacuum tube with a radioactive source. The radioactive source emits α\alpha-particles, β\beta-particles and γ\gamma-rays. There is a very strong magnetic field between the N pole and the S pole of the magnet.

Fig. 10.1

Fig. 10.1

The lead cylinder has a narrow central hole. State and explain the effect of the lead cylinder.

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