Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 10 Physics Mid Term 1 2026 Theory Exam with Marking Scheme.

  It is a Kenya Certificate of Basic Education (KCBE) Grade 10 Physics (Theory) Term 1 examination under the STEM pathway.

  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Total Marks: 100
  • Number of Questions: 5 structured questions (Section A – 40 marks; Section B – 60 marks)
  • Marking Scheme: The marking scheme is in a different document.

  It covers the following topics:

  • Introduction to Physics:
    • Definition and branches of Physics
    • Applications of Physics in everyday life
    • Physics-related careers and its relationship with other sciences
    • Importance of Physics in technological innovation
  • Fluid pressure and atmospheric pressure:
    • Definition of atmospheric pressure
    • Factors affecting pressure in fluids
    • Pressure calculations in liquids (P = ρgh)
    • Transmission of pressure in fluids (Pascal’s principle)
    • Applications such as hydraulic systems
    • Experiments demonstrating atmospheric pressure
    • Applications of atmospheric pressure and its effects at high altitudes
  • Properties of materials and elasticity:
    • Elasticity, ductility, and other mechanical properties
    • Tensile stress, strain, and Young’s modulus calculations
    • Applications of elasticity in industry and daily life
    • Hooke’s Law and experimental verification using springs and weights
  • Scientific investigations and demonstrations:
    • Design and description of physics experiments with labelled diagrams
    • Interpretation of practical observations such as straw and glass pressure demonstrations
• File Size:

  1.09 MB
• Length:

  6 pages
• Category:

  Exams
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  PHYSICS
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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