DP Physics (last assessment 2024)

Test builder »

Question 19M.1.HL.TZ1.40

Select a Test
Date May 2019 Marks available [Maximum mark: 1] Reference code 19M.1.HL.TZ1.40
Level HL Paper 1 Time zone TZ1
Command term Question number 40 Adapted from N/A
40.
[Maximum mark: 1]
19M.1.HL.TZ1.40

A particle is confined within a nucleus. What is the order of magnitude of the uncertainty in the momentum of the particle?

A. 10–10 N s

B. 10–15 N s

C. 10–20 N s

D. 10–25 N s

[1]

Markscheme

C

Examiners report

Response B was an effective distractor for over a third of candidates.

Syllabus sections