AQA GCSE Physics Paper 2 | 2025 Predictions

2025 predictions, helping you revise smarter and feel more confident on exam day!

Are you preparing for AQA GCSE Physics Paper 2 and wondering which topics to focus on? Weโ€™ve analysed past exam trends to bring you our 2025 predictions, helping you revise smarter and feel more confident on exam day!

๐Ÿ” How We Made Our Predictions

Our predictions are based on:
โœ… Past exam trends โ€“ Which topics have come up frequently?
โœ… Examiner reports โ€“ Where do students lose the most marks?
โœ… Syllabus coverage โ€“ Whatโ€™s most likely to be tested this year?

๐Ÿ“ข IMPORTANT: While these predictions are useful for focused revision, AQA can ask questions from any part of the syllabus! Make sure you revise everything to be fully prepared.

๐Ÿ“– Whatโ€™s Included in Our Predicted Papers?

๐Ÿ’ก Exam-style questions based on past trends
๐Ÿ“‹ Mark schemes so you can practise answering in the way examiners expect
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โœ… Practise like itโ€™s the real exam โ€“ Get comfortable with the question format and timing
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โœ… Improve exam technique โ€“ Learn how to structure answers correctly and pick up full marks
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AQA GCSE Separate Science Physics | Higher | Paper 2 | 2025 Predicted Topics & Revision Guide

Here are our 2025 predictions for AQA GCSE Separate Science Physics Paper 2! ๐Ÿš€โœจ These topics are based on past trends, but rememberโ€”revise everything to be fully prepared! ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ“š

๐Ÿ”Œ Transformers

โœ… What do transformers do?

  • Change the voltage of an electrical supply

  • Used in the National Grid to increase or decrease voltage
    โœ… Transformer Equation:
    โœ… Types of Transformers:

  • Step-up = Increases voltage (more coils on secondary)

  • Step-down = Decreases voltage (fewer coils on secondary)

โšก National Grid

โœ… What is the National Grid?

  • The network that delivers electricity across the UK
    โœ… Why use high voltage?

  • Reduces energy loss by decreasing current โ†’ Less wasted heat in wires
    โœ… Key parts:

  • Power station โ†’ Step-up transformer โ†’ Pylons & cables โ†’ Step-down transformer โ†’ Homes & businesses

๐Ÿ”Š Ultrasound

โœ… What is ultrasound?

  • Sound waves above 20,000 Hz (too high for humans to hear)
    โœ… Uses of Ultrasound:

  • Medical imaging (e.g. scanning babies)

  • Industrial testing (e.g. detecting cracks in materials)

  • Sonar (measuring depth underwater)

๐Ÿ”„ Moments

โœ… Moment = Turning force around a pivot
โœ… Principle of Moments:

  • Clockwise moment = Anticlockwise moment for an object in balance
    โœ… Everyday Examples:

  • Opening a door

  • Using a spanner

  • A seesaw

๐Ÿ“ก Electromagnetic (EM) Waves

โœ… Types of EM Waves: (In order of increasing frequency)

  • Radio โ†’ Microwave โ†’ Infrared โ†’ Visible โ†’ Ultraviolet โ†’ X-ray โ†’ Gamma
    โœ… Uses & Dangers:

  • Radio waves โ€“ Communication (safe)

  • Microwaves โ€“ Cooking & satellites (can heat body tissue)

  • Ultraviolet (UV) โ€“ Tanning beds (causes skin cancer)

  • X-rays & Gamma rays โ€“ Medical imaging (can damage DNA)
    โœ… Wave Speed Equation:

  • Wave speed = Frequency ร— Wavelength

๐ŸŒ Objects in Space

โœ… Life Cycle of a Star:

  1. Nebula โ†’ Cloud of gas & dust

  2. Protostar โ†’ Gravity pulls particles together

  3. Main Sequence Star โ†’ Stable phase (like our Sun)

  4. Red Giant/Supergiant โ†’ Runs out of fuel

  5. White Dwarf OR Supernova โ†’ Depending on mass

  6. Neutron Star OR Black Hole (if very massive)
    โœ… Big Bang Theory:

  • Redshift = Galaxies moving away โ†’ Universe is expanding

๐Ÿงฒ Magnets & Electromagnetism

โœ… Permanent vs. Induced Magnets:

  • Permanent โ€“ Always magnetic (e.g. bar magnets)

  • Induced โ€“ Becomes magnetic when near a magnet
    โœ… Flemingโ€™s Left-Hand Rule:

  • Thumb = Motion, First finger = Magnetic field, Second finger = Current
    โœ… Motor Effect:

  • Current in a magnetic field experiences a force

  • Used in electric motors

๐Ÿ” Lenses & Ray Diagrams

โœ… Convex Lenses (Converging):

  • Bring light together

  • Used in magnifying glasses
    โœ… Concave Lenses (Diverging):

  • Spread light apart

  • Used in glasses for short-sighted people
    โœ… Focal Point:

  • Where light rays meet after passing through the lens

๐Ÿ’ฆ Hydraulics

โœ… Hydraulics use liquids to transmit force
โœ… Why are hydraulics useful?

  • Liquids are incompressible, so pressure is transmitted evenly

  • Used in car brakes, diggers, and hydraulic presses

๐Ÿš— Terminal Velocity

โœ… What is terminal velocity?

  • The maximum speed an object can reach when falling
    โœ… Forces on a falling object:

  1. At first: Weight > Air resistance โ†’ Object accelerates

  2. As speed increases: Air resistance increases

  3. At terminal velocity: Weight = Air resistance, so speed stays constant
    โœ… Examples:

  • Skydiving โ€“ A parachute increases air resistance, slowing the fall

  • Raindrops โ€“ Reach terminal velocity before hitting the ground

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AQA GCSE Combined Science Physics | Higher | Paper 2 | 2025 Predicted Topics & Revision Guide

Here are our 2025 predictions for AQA GCSE Combined Science Physics Paper 2! ๐Ÿš€โœจ Weโ€™ve kept things simple and clear to help you revise easily. But rememberโ€”revise everything to be fully prepared! ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ“š

๐Ÿงฒ Magnets & Electromagnetism

โœ… Types of Magnets:

  • Permanent magnets โ€“ Always magnetic (e.g. bar magnets)

  • Induced magnets โ€“ Only magnetic when near a magnet
    โœ… Magnetic Field:

  • Strongest at the poles

  • Field lines go from north to south
    โœ… Electromagnets:

  • Made by passing a current through a wire

  • Strength increased by:

    • More coils

    • More current

    • Adding an iron core (makes it a temporary magnet)
      โœ… Uses of Electromagnets:

  • Scrapyard cranes

  • Electric bells

  • MRI machines

๐Ÿ”Œ Transformers

โœ… What do transformers do?

  • Change the voltage of an electrical supply
    โœ… Transformer Equation:

  • V = Voltage, N = Number of coils, p = Primary coil, s = Secondary coil
    โœ… Types of Transformers:

  • Step-up transformer โ€“ Increases voltage (more coils on secondary)

  • Step-down transformer โ€“ Decreases voltage (fewer coils on secondary)

โšก National Grid

โœ… What is the National Grid?

  • The system that delivers electricity across the UK
    โœ… Why use high voltage?

  • Reduces energy loss by decreasing current โ†’ Less wasted heat in cables
    โœ… Key components:

  • Power station โ†’ Step-up transformer โ†’ Pylons & cables โ†’ Step-down transformer โ†’ Homes & businesses

๐Ÿ“ก Electromagnetic (EM) Waves

โœ… Types of EM Waves: (In order of increasing frequency)

  • Radio โ†’ Microwave โ†’ Infrared โ†’ Visible โ†’ Ultraviolet โ†’ X-ray โ†’ Gamma
    โœ… Uses & Dangers:

  • Radio waves โ€“ Communication (safe)

  • Microwaves โ€“ Cooking & satellites (can heat body tissue)

  • Ultraviolet (UV) โ€“ Tanning beds (causes skin cancer)

  • X-rays & Gamma rays โ€“ Medical imaging (can damage DNA)
    โœ… Wave Speed Equation:

  • Wave speed = Frequency ร— Wavelength

๐Ÿš— Terminal Velocity

โœ… What is terminal velocity?

  • The maximum speed an object can reach when falling
    โœ… Forces on a Falling Object:

  1. At first: Weight > Air resistance โ†’ Object accelerates

  2. As speed increases: Air resistance increases

  3. At terminal velocity: Weight = Air resistance, so speed stays constant
    โœ… Examples:

  • Skydiving โ€“ A parachute increases air resistance, slowing the fall

  • Raindrops โ€“ Reach terminal velocity before hitting the ground

๐ŸŒ€ Hookeโ€™s Law (Force & Springs)

โœ… Hookeโ€™s Law:

  • Force = Spring Constant ร— Extension
    โœ… Elastic vs. Plastic Deformation:

  • Elastic: Returns to original shape after force removed

  • Plastic: Stays stretched when force removed
    โœ… Limit of Proportionality:

  • The point where Hookeโ€™s Law no longer applies

๐Ÿ’ฅ Momentum

โœ… What is momentum?

  • Momentum = Mass ร— Velocity
    โœ… Conservation of Momentum:

  • Total momentum before a collision = Total momentum after a collision (if no external forces)
    โœ… Examples of Momentum:

  • Car crashes โ€“ Crumple zones increase impact time to reduce force

  • Catching a ball โ€“ Your hands move back to reduce force on impact

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AQA GCSE Separate Science Physics | Foundation | Paper 2 | 2025 Predicted Topics & Revision Guide

Here are our 2025 predictions for AQA GCSE Physics Paper 2 (Foundation)! ๐Ÿš€โœจ This guide keeps things simple and clear so you can understand key topics easily. But rememberโ€”revise everything to be fully prepared! ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ“š

๐Ÿงฒ Magnets

โœ… What are magnets?

  • Magnets have a north and a south pole

  • Like poles repel (push away), opposite poles attract (pull together)
    โœ… Magnetic Fields:

  • The area around a magnet where a force can be felt

  • Field lines go from north to south
    โœ… Electromagnets:

  • A coil of wire with an electric current that acts like a magnet

  • Used in scrapyards, doorbells, and MRI machines

  • Can be switched on and off!

๐Ÿ” Lenses & Ray Diagrams

โœ… Convex Lenses (Converging):

  • Make light rays come together

  • Used in magnifying glasses and cameras
    โœ… Concave Lenses (Diverging):

  • Make light rays spread apart

  • Used in glasses for short-sighted people
    โœ… Key Words:

  • Focal point: Where rays meet

  • Principal axis: The straight line through the centre of the lens

๐Ÿ’ฆ Hydraulics

โœ… Hydraulics use liquids to transmit force
โœ… Pressure Equation:

  • Pressure = Force รท Area
    โœ… Why are hydraulics useful?

  • Liquids do not get compressed, so pressure stays the same

  • Used in car brakes, diggers, and hydraulic presses

๐Ÿ“ก Electromagnetic (EM) Waves

โœ… Types of EM Waves (In Order of Increasing Frequency):

  • Radio โ†’ Microwave โ†’ Infrared โ†’ Visible โ†’ Ultraviolet โ†’ X-ray โ†’ Gamma
    โœ… Uses & Dangers:

  • Radio waves โ€“ Communication (safe)

  • Microwaves โ€“ Cooking & satellites (can heat body tissue)

  • Ultraviolet (UV) โ€“ Tanning beds (causes skin cancer)

  • X-rays & Gamma rays โ€“ Medical imaging (can damage DNA)
    โœ… Wave Speed Equation:

  • Wave speed = Frequency ร— Wavelength

๐ŸŒ Objects in Space

โœ… Life Cycle of a Star:

  1. Nebula โ€“ A cloud of gas and dust

  2. Protostar โ€“ Gravity pulls particles together

  3. Main Sequence Star โ€“ Stable phase (like our Sun)

  4. Red Giant / Supergiant โ€“ Runs out of hydrogen fuel

  5. White Dwarf OR Supernova โ€“ Depending on mass

  6. Neutron Star OR Black Hole (if very massive)
    โœ… Evidence for the Big Bang Theory:

  • Redshift โ€“ Shows galaxies moving away, meaning the universe is expanding

๐ŸŒ€ Hookeโ€™s Law (Force & Springs)

โœ… Hookeโ€™s Law:

  • Force = Spring Constant ร— Extension
    โœ… Elastic vs. Plastic Deformation:

  • Elastic: The object returns to its original shape after stretching

  • Plastic: The object stays stretched and does not return
    โœ… Limit of Proportionality:

  • The point where Hookeโ€™s Law stops working

๐Ÿš— Terminal Velocity

โœ… What is terminal velocity?

  • The fastest speed an object can reach when falling
    โœ… Forces on a Falling Object:

  1. At first: Weight > Air resistance โ†’ Object accelerates

  2. As speed increases: Air resistance increases

  3. At terminal velocity: Weight = Air resistance, so speed stays constant
    โœ… Examples:

  • Skydiving โ€“ A parachute increases air resistance, slowing the fall

  • Raindrops โ€“ Reach terminal velocity before hitting the ground

โš–๏ธ Newtonโ€™s Laws of Motion

โœ… Newtonโ€™s First Law (Law of Inertia):

  • Objects stay at rest or keep moving at a constant speed unless a force acts on them
    โœ… Newtonโ€™s Second Law (F = ma):

  • Force = Mass ร— Acceleration

  • The bigger the force, the bigger the acceleration
    โœ… Newtonโ€™s Third Law (Action & Reaction):

  • For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction

  • Example: A rocket pushes gas down, and the gas pushes the rocket up

๐Ÿ›‘ Stopping Distances

โœ… Total stopping distance = Thinking distance + Braking distance
โœ… Thinking Distance (How far you travel before reacting):

  • Increases if:

    • You are tired

    • You are distracted (e.g. using a phone)

    • You are under the influence of alcohol or drugs
      โœ… Braking Distance (How far you travel after braking):

  • Increases if:

    • The road is wet or icy

    • The brakes or tyres are worn out

    • The car is heavier

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Exams can feel stressful, but rememberโ€”your grades do not define you. Take breaks, stay hydrated, and believe in yourself. Every bit of effort you put in now is a step closer to success! ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ

AQA GCSE Combined Science Physics | Foundation | Paper 2 | 2025 Predicted Topics & Revision Guide

Here are our 2025 predictions for AQA GCSE Combined Science Physics Paper 2! ๐Ÿš€โœจ This guide keeps things simple and clear so you can revise easily. But rememberโ€”revise everything to be fully prepared! ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ“š

๐Ÿงฒ Magnets

โœ… What are magnets?

  • Magnets have a north pole and a south pole

  • Like poles repel (push apart), opposite poles attract (pull together)
    โœ… Magnetic Fields:

  • The invisible area around a magnet where it has an effect

  • Field lines go from north to south
    โœ… Electromagnets:

  • A coil of wire with an electric current that acts like a magnet

  • Used in scrapyard cranes, electric bells, and MRI machines

  • Can be switched on and off!

๐Ÿš— Terminal Velocity

โœ… What is terminal velocity?

  • The fastest speed an object can reach when falling
    โœ… Forces on a Falling Object:

  1. At first: Gravity pulls down, air resistance is small โ†’ Object accelerates

  2. As speed increases: Air resistance increases

  3. At terminal velocity: Weight = Air resistance, so speed stays constant
    โœ… Examples:

  • Skydiving โ€“ A parachute increases air resistance, slowing the fall

  • Raindrops โ€“ Reach terminal velocity before hitting the ground

โš–๏ธ Newtonโ€™s Laws of Motion

โœ… Newtonโ€™s First Law (Inertia):

  • Objects stay at rest or move at a constant speed unless a force acts on them

  • Example: A moving car will keep moving unless brakes stop it
    โœ… Newtonโ€™s Second Law (F = ma):

  • Force = Mass ร— Acceleration

  • A heavier object needs more force to accelerate
    โœ… Newtonโ€™s Third Law (Action & Reaction):

  • For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction

  • Example: A rocket pushes gas down, and the gas pushes the rocket up

๐Ÿ“ก Electromagnetic (EM) Waves

โœ… Types of EM Waves (In Order of Increasing Frequency):

  • Radio โ†’ Microwave โ†’ Infrared โ†’ Visible โ†’ Ultraviolet โ†’ X-ray โ†’ Gamma
    โœ… Uses & Dangers:

  • Radio waves โ€“ Communication (safe)

  • Microwaves โ€“ Cooking & satellites (can heat body tissue)

  • Ultraviolet (UV) โ€“ Tanning beds (causes skin cancer)

  • X-rays & Gamma rays โ€“ Medical imaging (can damage DNA)
    โœ… Wave Speed Equation:

  • Wave speed = Frequency ร— Wavelength

๐ŸŒ€ Hookeโ€™s Law (Force & Springs)

โœ… Hookeโ€™s Law:

  • Force = Spring Constant ร— Extension
    โœ… Elastic vs. Plastic Deformation:

  • Elastic: The object returns to its original shape after stretching

  • Plastic: The object stays stretched and does not return
    โœ… Limit of Proportionality:

  • The point where Hookeโ€™s Law stops working

๐Ÿ›‘ Stopping Distances

โœ… Total stopping distance = Thinking distance + Braking distance
โœ… Thinking Distance (How far you travel before reacting):

  • Increases if:

    • You are tired

    • You are distracted (e.g. using a phone)

    • You are under the influence of alcohol or drugs
      โœ… Braking Distance (How far you travel after braking):

  • Increases if:

    • The road is wet or icy

    • The brakes or tyres are worn out

    • The car is heavier

๐Ÿš€ Get Extra Support โ€“ Join Our Masterclasses!

Need extra help? Join our Physics Masterclasses! ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐ŸŽง We offer:
๐Ÿ”น Live revision sessions breaking down tricky topics
๐Ÿ”น Exam technique workshops to help you pick up marks efficiently
๐Ÿ”น Night-before-exam prep for a last-minute confidence boost

๐Ÿ’™ Look After Yourself!

Exams can feel stressful, but rememberโ€”your grades do not define you. Take breaks, stay hydrated, and believe in yourself. Every bit of effort you put in now is a step closer to success! ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ