ATARMAxxing
HSC PhysicsPractice Examination 3
| Reading time | 15 minutes |
| Writing time | 2 hours |
| Total marks | 100 |
| Questions | 31 |
| Structure | Section A — 20 Q, 20 marks · Section B — 11 Q, 80 marks |
This paper covers
- The Nature of Light (emphasis): photoelectric effect, relativity, spectroscopy/diffraction — 21 marks plus extended response
- Advanced Mechanics: projectile, orbital, banked circular motion — 18 marks
- Electromagnetism: motor torque/back emf, transformers and AC transmission — 15 marks
- From the Universe to the Atom: hydrogen spectrum/atomic models, nuclear binding energy/fusion — 13 marks
- Skills: formula-substitution-units calculations, data/graph interpretation, and a 13-mark assess/justify extended response
Students are permitted to bring into the examination the materials normally allowed for this subject. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
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