Cambridge IGCSE Physics practice

Paper 3 structured question: Pressure

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Pressure

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Paper 3Theory (Core)1 marks

Understanding pressure in different scenarios.

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Consider a person standing on a soft surface with different types of footwear: snowshoes and high heels.

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State What happens to the pressure exerted on the ground when using snowshoes compared to high heels?
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Paper 3Theory (Core)2 marks

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A force of 100 N is applied over an area of 2 m². Calculate the pressure.

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Explain Calculate the pressure and explain your answer.
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