Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises ARISE AND SHINE Physics Paper 1 2026 Pre-Mock Exam with Marking Scheme. The marking scheme is in a different document.

  It was a KCSE Physics Paper 1 examination.

  This core paper provides rigorous practice on mechanics, gas laws, thermodynamics, and fluid flow. Utilizing this trial paper PDF download alongside the marking scheme equips candidates with problem-solving strategies necessary to excel in national examinations.

  • Month Administered: July 2026
  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Total Marks: 80
  • Number of Questions: 17 (Questions 1 – 17)
  • Structure: Section A (Questions 1–12, 25 Marks) and Section B (Questions 13–17, 55 Marks)

  It covers the following topics:

  • Section A
    • Measurements (Vernier Caliper Scale Reading)
    • Gravitational Force & Weight Variations
    • Thermal Physics & Thermometer Calibration
    • Surface Tension of Liquids
    • Hooke's Law & Combination of Springs
    • Particulate Nature of Matter (Oil Drop Experiment)
    • Center of Gravity & Equilibrium
    • Fluid Dynamics & Bernoulli's Principle
    • Compression Force & Spring Length Relationships
    • Uniform Circular Motion (Period & Angular Velocity)
    • Principle of Moments & Parallel Forces
    • Barometric Pressure & Atmospheric Measurement
  • Section B
    • Gas Laws (Pressure Law Verification & General Gas Equation)
    • Archimedes' Principle, Upthrust & Law of Flotation
    • Simple Machines (Inclined Planes, Pulley Systems & Mechanical Advantage)
    • Linear Motion, Acceleration & Velocity-Time Graphs
    • Centripetal Force & Vertical Circular Motion
• Category:

  Mock Past Papers
• Level:

  Form 4
• Subject:

  PHYSICS
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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