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Elektrische und magnetische Felder; Mechanische und elektromagnetische Schwingungen und Wellen; Quantenphysik und Materie (KMK Bildungsstandards Physik AHR)

KMK Bildungsstandards Physik AHR, 18.06.2020; SMK Musteraufgaben Physik

4 Aufgaben, 3 bearbeiten

Four offered Aufgaben; three must be worked, including exactly one with fachpraktischem Anteil

VwV Abiturprüfung 2026, SMK

300+15 / 255+15 min

LK / GK Gesamtarbeitszeit including Auswahlzeit, plus 15 min for the fachpraktische Aufgabe

VwV Abiturprüfung 2026, SMK

100 / 80 BE

Bewertungseinheiten scale for Leistungskursfach / Grundkursfach in Physik

VwV Abiturprüfung 2026, SMK

23.04.2026

Written Physik date in the 2026 main session; Nachtermin 19.05.2026

schule.sachsen.de Gymnasium Abiturtermine 2026

0–15 Punkte

Grading scale for each Prüfungsfach, from Note 1 (15–13 Punkte) to Note 6 (0 Punkte)

Saxon Oberstufe / Abitur regulations

Free 100-question English-language MCQ study bank for Sachsen Abitur Physik, mapped to KMK Inhaltsbereiche (fields; oscillations & waves; quantum & matter) plus mechanics. Heavy calculation focus. Official exam: German written Klausur, 4 Aufgaben choose 3 (one practical), LK 300+15 / GK 255+15 min; written date 23.04.2026 (Nach 19.05.2026). Not an official-format simulation; no fee for regular school candidates.

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1A car accelerates uniformly from rest to 24 m/s in 8.0 s. What is its acceleration?
A.3.0 m/s²
B.2.0 m/s²
C.4.0 m/s²
D.192 m/s²
Explanation: a = Δv/Δt = 24/8.0 = 3.0 m/s².
2A stone is thrown vertically upward at 15 m/s. Taking g = 9.81 m/s² and neglecting air resistance, how high does it rise?
A.11.5 m
B.15.0 m
C.22.9 m
D.7.65 m
Explanation: At the top v = 0. From v² = v₀² − 2gh: h = v₀²/(2g) = 225/19.62 ≈ 11.5 m.
3A 2.0 kg object at 6.0 m/s collides head-on and sticks to a 4.0 kg object at rest. Common speed after the perfectly inelastic collision?
A.2.0 m/s
B.3.0 m/s
C.4.0 m/s
D.6.0 m/s
Explanation: Momentum: m₁v₁ = (m₁+m₂)v ⇒ v = 12/6 = 2.0 m/s.
4A 0.50 kg mass on a spring (k = 200 N/m) is pulled 0.10 m from equilibrium and released. Maximum speed during the oscillation?
A.2.0 m/s
B.1.0 m/s
C.4.0 m/s
D.0.50 m/s
Explanation: ½kA² = ½mv_max² ⇒ v_max = A√(k/m) = 0.10×√400 = 2.0 m/s.
5What net force keeps a 1200 kg car in a horizontal circle of radius 50 m at 20 m/s?
A.9600 N toward the center
B.24000 N toward the center
C.480 N toward the center
D.9600 N tangent to the path
Explanation: F = mv²/r = 1200×400/50 = 9600 N toward the center.
6A satellite orbits Earth (M = 5.97×10²⁴ kg) at radius 7.0×10⁶ m. With G = 6.67×10⁻¹¹ N·m²/kg², orbital speed is about:
A.7.5×10³ m/s
B.5.7×10³ m/s
C.9.8×10³ m/s
D.1.1×10⁴ m/s
Explanation: v = √(GM/r) = √(3.98×10¹⁴/7.0×10⁶) = √(5.69×10⁷) ≈ 7.5×10³ m/s.
7A 5.0 kg box is pulled horizontally by 30 N. With μ_k = 0.20 and g = 9.81 m/s², acceleration is about:
A.4.0 m/s²
B.6.0 m/s²
C.2.0 m/s²
D.9.8 m/s²
Explanation: f = μ_k mg ≈ 9.81 N; a = (30−9.81)/5.0 ≈ 4.0 m/s².
8A ball falls freely from rest for 3.0 s (g = 9.81 m/s²). Distance fallen?
A.44.1 m
B.29.4 m
C.88.3 m
D.14.7 m
Explanation: s = ½gt² = 0.5×9.81×9 ≈ 44.1 m.
9Two equal masses collide elastically and centrally; the target is initially at rest. Result?
A.They exchange velocities
B.Both stop
C.Both continue at half the original speed
D.The moving mass rebounds at the same speed; the other stays at rest
Explanation: In a 1D elastic equal-mass collision with target at rest, velocities are exchanged.
10A 4.0 kg object is lifted vertically at constant speed through 2.5 m. Work against gravity (g = 9.81 m/s²)?
A.98 J
B.10 J
C.49 J
D.196 J
Explanation: W = mgh = 4.0×9.81×2.5 ≈ 98 J.

About the Saxony Abitur Physics Exam

Saxony Abitur Physik is the state Physics examination for the Allgemeine Hochschulreife, taken as Leistungskursfach or Grundkursfach under SMK regulations (VwV Abiturprüfung 2026). Content follows the KMK Bildungsstandards Physik AHR (2020) as implemented in Sachsen: Elektrische und magnetische Felder; Mechanische und elektromagnetische Schwingungen und Wellen; and Quantenphysik und Materie, with mechanics foundations assumed. This free bank of 100 original multiple-choice questions is an English-language study adaptation with substantial worked-calculation items using real formulas and verified numeric answers. It is not a simulation of the official exam, which is written in German, built from four offered Aufgaben of which three must be worked (one fachpraktisch), and scored in Bewertungseinheiten.

Exam sponsor: Sächsisches Staatsministerium für Kultus (SMK). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Official written Saxony Abitur examination in Physik, sat as Leistungskursfach or Grundkursfach. Tasks are materialgestützt and relate predominantly to the KMK Bildungsstandards Inhaltsbereiche Elektrische und magnetische Felder; Mechanische und elektromagnetische Schwingungen und Wellen; and Quantenphysik und Materie (SMK Musteraufgaben / VwV Abiturprüfung 2026). This 100-question bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation only — it does not reproduce the German-language multi-part written format or any practical component.

Time Limit

Written: 300 minutes (including Auswahlzeit) + 15 minutes for the fachpraktische Aufgabe at Leistungskurs level; 255 minutes (including Auswahlzeit) + 15 minutes for the fachpraktische Aufgabe at Grundkurs level (VwV Abiturprüfung 2026). Permitted aids include the IQB Mathematisch-naturwissenschaftliche Formelsammlung and a scientific calculator meeting the post-2025 rules. In 2026 the written Physik date was Thursday 23 April 2026 (Nachtermin: Tuesday 19 May 2026).

Passing Score

Subject performance is reported on the 0–15 Punkte scale (Note 1 = 15–13 Punkte, Note 6 = 0 Punkte). Written Physik uses Bewertungseinheiten on the 100-BE scale (Leistungskurs) or 80-BE scale (Grundkurs). The Gesamtqualifikation and Durchschnittsnote follow Saxon Oberstufe/Abitur rules and the national KMK conversion table.

Exam / Certification Fees

No exam fee for regular enrolled school candidates; the Abitur is a state school examination in Sachsen under the SMK. External and second-chance routes follow SMK arrangements and do not carry a published Physik-specific fee.

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Study emphasis ~28%

Elektrische und magnetische Felder

Coulomb, E-field, capacitor energy, Lorentz force, Faraday/Lenz induction, transformer, Hall effect, solenoid inductance.

Study emphasis ~28%

Mechanische und elektromagnetische Schwingungen und Wellen

Harmonic oscillators, standing waves, interference and diffraction, LC/Thomson, EM waves, AC reactance, related optics.

Study emphasis ~24%

Quantenphysik und Materie

Photoeffect, de Broglie, Compton, uncertainty, spectra/Franck–Hertz, radioactivity, nuclear binding, pair production.

Study emphasis ~20%

Mechanik (foundations)

Kinematics, dynamics, work–energy, momentum/collisions, circular motion, gravitation.

Preparing for the Saxony Abitur Physics Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Subject performance is reported on the 0–15 Punkte scale (Note 1 = 15–13 Punkte, Note 6 = 0 Punkte). Written Physik uses Bewertungseinheiten on the 100-BE scale (Leistungskurs) or 80-BE scale (Grundkurs). The Gesamtqualifikation and Durchschnittsnote follow Saxon Oberstufe/Abitur rules and the national KMK conversion table.
  • Assessment: Official written Saxony Abitur examination in Physik, sat as Leistungskursfach or Grundkursfach. Tasks are materialgestützt and relate predominantly to the KMK Bildungsstandards Inhaltsbereiche Elektrische und magnetische Felder; Mechanische und elektromagnetische Schwingungen und Wellen; and Quantenphysik und Materie (SMK Musteraufgaben / VwV Abiturprüfung 2026). This 100-question bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation only — it does not reproduce the German-language multi-part written format or any practical component.
  • Time limit: Written: 300 minutes (including Auswahlzeit) + 15 minutes for the fachpraktische Aufgabe at Leistungskurs level; 255 minutes (including Auswahlzeit) + 15 minutes for the fachpraktische Aufgabe at Grundkurs level (VwV Abiturprüfung 2026). Permitted aids include the IQB Mathematisch-naturwissenschaftliche Formelsammlung and a scientific calculator meeting the post-2025 rules. In 2026 the written Physik date was Thursday 23 April 2026 (Nachtermin: Tuesday 19 May 2026).
  • Exam / certification fees: No exam fee for regular enrolled school candidates; the Abitur is a state school examination in Sachsen under the SMK. External and second-chance routes follow SMK arrangements and do not carry a published Physik-specific fee. Official sources

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Saxony Abitur Physics: Suggested Study Strategy

1Rework every formula by hand: the written exam rewards full Ansatz, substitution and unit-consistent results — not just a final number.
2Keep a single map of core equations by Inhaltsbereich (Coulomb/Lorentz/Faraday; ω=√(k/m) and v=fλ; E=hf and λ=h/p) so the Formelsammlung helps instead of replacing understanding.
3Practise reading graphs and Versuchsmaterial — Saxon tasks are materialgestützt and may include a fachpraktischer Anteil.
4Master order-of-magnitude checks (μT for everyday B, eV for photons/atoms, nm for optical λ) to catch slips early.
5Distinguish GK vs LK depth where relevant (e.g. richer field/wave/quantum modelling at erhöhtem Anforderungsniveau) while drilling the shared calculation core.
6Use SMK Musteraufgaben and IQB illustrative tasks in German after English MCQ drills so operator vocabulary (berechnen, erläutern, auswerten) is exam-ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the official Saxony Physik Abitur exam multiple-choice?

No. The official written paper is a German-language Klausur: four Aufgaben are offered and you must work three, including exactly one with a fachpraktischer Anteil. Tasks combine derivations, numeric calculations, material interpretation and short explanations. This bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for learning and checking content and calculation skills, not a simulation of the official format.

Why are the questions in English when the exam is in German?

This bank is a study aid for building factual and quantitative command of the Bildungsstandards content in English. Physical quantities, formulas and constants are universal, and German terms — Inhaltsbereich, Formelsammlung, Wirkungsquantum, Bewertungseinheiten — are preserved where useful so you can transfer concepts into German-language revision.

Which content does the exam cover?

Per the KMK Bildungsstandards Physik AHR and Saxon SMK Musteraufgaben/VwV guidance, written Aufgaben relate predominantly to Elektrische und magnetische Felder; Mechanische und elektromagnetische Schwingungen und Wellen; and Quantenphysik und Materie, with mechanics and earlier electricity as assumed foundations.

How much of the exam involves calculation?

A substantial share. Saxon Physik Abitur tasks routinely require applying formulas — Coulomb, Lorentz, induction, oscillator periods, wave relations, photoelectric equation and more — with real numeric setups. This bank emphasises genuine worked-calculation items with verified numeric answers alongside conceptual checks.

How long is the written exam?

VwV Abiturprüfung 2026 sets Gesamtarbeitszeit (including Auswahlzeit) at 300 minutes for the Leistungskursfach and 255 minutes for the Grundkursfach in Physik, each plus 15 minutes for the Aufgabe with fachpraktischem Anteil. Confirm the current VwV through your school or schule.sachsen.de.

When was the exam held in 2026?

In the 2026 main session the written Physik exam was set for Thursday 23 April 2026, with Nachtermin on Tuesday 19 May 2026 (SMK / schule.sachsen.de timetable).

Is there an exam fee?

No. The Abitur is a state school examination in Sachsen and regular enrolled school candidates pay no fee. Schulfremde and second-chance routes follow SMK arrangements without a published Physik-specific fee.