Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Thermal properties and temperature

Thermal properties and temperature — practice question

A student wants to verify the upper fixed point and the lower fixed point on a thermometer with a Celsius scale. She has four beakers $P$, $Q$, $R$ and $S$. Beaker $P$ holds a mixture of ice and salt. Beaker $Q$ holds a mixture of ice and water. Beaker $R$ holds boiling salt solution. Beaker $S$ holds boiling water. Which two beakers should she choose to check the fixed points?

  • A$P$ and $R$
  • B$P$ and $S$
  • C$Q$ and $R$
  • D$Q$ and $S$

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 1-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme.

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI