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Edexcel
Foundation
Spec 1PH0F
Edexcel GCSE Physics — Foundation
Pearson Edexcel 1PH0 Foundation. Two papers covering motion, forces, energy, waves, electricity, magnetism and matter.
Papers
2
Total marks
200
Tier
Foundation
Board
Edexcel
Course overview
Pearson Edexcel GCSE Physics (1PH0) at Foundation tier covers 15 topic areas across two written papers. Foundation targets grades 1–5.
Paper-by-paper breakdown
Paper 1
1h 45m 100 marks 50% Calculator: Allowed
Topics covered
- •Motion and forces
- •Conservation of energy
- •Waves
- •Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
- •Radioactivity
- •Astronomy
Paper 2
1h 45m 100 marks 50% Calculator: Allowed
Topics covered
- •Energy — forces doing work
- •Forces and their effects
- •Electricity and circuits
- •Magnetism and the motor effect
- •Electromagnetic induction
- •Particle model
- •Forces and matter
Assessment objectives
AO1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, techniques and procedures
Weighting: 40%
AO2
Apply knowledge and understanding to scientific contexts
Weighting: 40%
AO3
Analyse information and ideas to interpret, evaluate and develop arguments
Weighting: 20%
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