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This page has every Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 paper we have, from 2018 to 2025: 12 question papers and 12 memos in 45 PDFs. The papers were set by the national DBE. Files are in English and Afrikaans. The newest year is first. Each paper shows the first page of questions, its marks and time, and what the questions cover. Below the papers there are 2 files of Term 4 study material.

Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 papers by year

YearExamsPapersPDFs
2025November26
2023November26
2022November29
2021November28
2020November28
2018November26
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Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 2025 question papers and memos

November 2025 Paper 1 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2025 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2025 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 16 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Question 1 20 marks
  2. Q2 Question 2 17 marks
  3. Q3 Question 3 15 marks
  4. Q4 Question 4 11 marks
  5. Q5 Question 5 13 marks
  6. Q6 Question 6 12 marks
  7. Q7 Question 7 15 marks
  8. Q8 Question 8 20 marks
  9. Q9 Question 9 13 marks
  10. Q10 Question 10 14 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your centre number and examination number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of TEN questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  8. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  9. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  10. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P1 3

November 2025 Paper 2 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2025 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2025 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 16 pages · 9 questions

What is in this paper (9 questions)
  1. Q1 Question 1 20 marks
  2. Q2 Question 2 22 marks
  3. Q3 Question 3 12 marks
  4. Q4 Question 4 17 marks
  5. Q5 Question 5 20 marks
  6. Q6 Question 6 17 marks
  7. Q7 Question 7 20 marks
  8. Q8 Question 8 11 marks
  9. Q9 Question 9 11 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your centre number and examination number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of NINE questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  8. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  9. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  10. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  11. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P2 3
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Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 2023 question papers and memos

November 2023 Paper 1 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2023 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2023 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 19 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Question 1 20 marks
  2. Q2 Question 2 16 marks
  3. Q3 Question 3 16 marks
  4. Q4 Question 4 11 marks
  5. Q5 Question 5 12 marks
  6. Q6 Question 6 13 marks
  7. Q7 Question 7 13 marks
  8. Q8 Question 8 18 marks
  9. Q9 Question 9 14 marks
  10. Q10 Question 10 17 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your centre number and examination number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of 10 questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
  8. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  9. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  10. Give brief motivations, discussions etc. where required.
  11. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  12. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P1 3

November 2023 Paper 2 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2023 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2023 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 16 pages · 1 questions

What is in this paper (1 questions)
  1. Q1 Multiple-Choice QuestionsVarious options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. 12 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your centre number and examination number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of NINE questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
  8. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  9. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  10. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  11. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  12. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P2 3

Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 2022 question papers and memos

November 2022 Paper 1 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2022 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2022 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 18 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Question 1 20 marks
  2. Q2 Question 2 13 marks
  3. Q3 Question 3 16 marks
  4. Q4 Question 4 14 marks
  5. Q5 Question 5 15 marks
  6. Q6 Question 6 10 marks
  7. Q7 Question 7 17 marks
  8. Q8 Question 8 20 marks
  9. Q9 Question 9 11 marks
  10. Q10 Question 10 14 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your centre number and examination number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of 10 questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
  8. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  9. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  10. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  11. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  12. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P1 3

November 2022 Paper 2 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2022 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2022 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 14 pages · 9 questions

What is in this paper (9 questions)
  1. Q1 Question 1 20 marks
  2. Q2 Question 2 15 marks
  3. Q3 Question 3 14 marks
  4. Q4 Question 4 15 marks
  5. Q5 Question 5 19 marks
  6. Q6 Question 6 21 marks
  7. Q7 Question 7 18 marks
  8. Q8 Question 8 15 marks
  9. Q9 Question 9 13 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your centre number and examination number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of NINE questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
  8. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  9. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  10. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  11. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  12. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P2 3
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Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 2021 question papers and memos

November 2021 Paper 1 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2021 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2021 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 17 pages · 1 questions

What is in this paper (1 questions)
  1. Q1 Multiple-Choice QuestionsVarious options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Each 12 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your examination number and centre number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of TEN questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
  8. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  9. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  10. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  11. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  12. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P1 3

November 2021 Paper 2 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2021 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2021 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 15 pages · 1 questions

What is in this paper (1 questions)
  1. Q1 Multiple-Choice QuestionsVarious options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose 11 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your centre number and examination number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of NINE questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
  8. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  9. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  10. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  11. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  12. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P2 3

Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 2020 question papers and memos

November 2020 Paper 1 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2020 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2020 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 16 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Question 1 20 marks
  2. Q2 Question 2 16 marks
  3. Q3 Question 3 15 marks
  4. Q4 Question 4 10 marks
  5. Q5 Question 5 14 marks
  6. Q6 Question 6 11 marks
  7. Q7 Question 7 17 marks
  8. Q8 Question 8 18 marks
  9. Q9 Question 9 16 marks
  10. Q10 Question 10 13 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your examination number and centre number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of TEN questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
  8. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  9. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  10. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  11. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  12. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P1 3

November 2020 Paper 2 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2020 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2020 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 15 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Question 1 20 marks
  2. Q2 Question 2 12 marks
  3. Q3 Question 3 15 marks
  4. Q4 Question 4 15 marks
  5. Q5 Question 5 16 marks
  6. Q6 Question 6 18 marks
  7. Q7 Question 7 20 marks
  8. Q8 Question 8 14 marks
  9. Q9 Question 9 8 marks
  10. Q10 Question 10 12 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your examination number and centre number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of TEN questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
  8. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  9. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  10. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  11. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  12. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P2 3

Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 2018 question papers and memos

November 2018 Paper 1 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2018 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2018 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 15 pages · 11 questions

What is in this paper (11 questions)
  1. Q1 Question 1 20 marks
  2. Q2 Question 2 17 marks
  3. Q3 Question 3 13 marks
  4. Q4 Question 4 14 marks
  5. Q5 Question 5 13 marks
  6. Q6 Question 6 13 marks
  7. Q7 Question 7 19 marks
  8. Q8 Question 8 11 marks
  9. Q9 Question 9 6 marks
  10. Q10 Question 10 11 marks
  11. Q11 Question 11 13 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your examination number and centre number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of 11 questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
  8. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  9. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  10. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  11. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  12. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P1 3

November 2018 Paper 2 (National DBE)

Physical Science Grade 12 November 2018 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 November 2018 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 15 pages · 10 questions

What is in this paper (10 questions)
  1. Q1 Question 1 20 marks
  2. Q2 Question 2 10 marks
  3. Q3 Question 3 15 marks
  4. Q4 Question 4 17 marks
  5. Q5 Question 5 15 marks
  6. Q6 Question 6 16 marks
  7. Q7 Question 7 20 marks
  8. Q8 Question 8 17 marks
  9. Q9 Question 9 8 marks
  10. Q10 Question 10 12 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Write your examination number and centre number in the appropriate spaces on the ANSWER BOOK.
  2. This question paper consists of TEN questions. Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
  3. Start EACH question on a NEW page in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  5. Leave ONE line between two subquestions, e.g. between QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
  6. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
  7. You may use appropriate mathematical instruments.
  8. Show ALL formulae and substitutions in ALL calculations.
  9. Round off your FINAL numerical answers to a minimum of TWO decimal places.
  10. Give brief motivations, discussions, etc. where required.
  11. You are advised to use the attached DATA SHEETS.
  12. Write neatly and legibly. Physical Sciences/P2 3

Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 study material

2 files for Term 4: memo.

Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 2019

  1. Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 November 2019 Paper 1 Memo

    MemoPaper 1November examTerm 4National (DBE)

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  2. Physical Science Grade 12 Term 4 November 2019 Paper 2 Memo

    MemoPaper 2November examTerm 4National (DBE)

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Questions about these papers

Which years of Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 Term 4 papers are on this page?

Papers from 2025, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2018. The newest year is at the top.

How many marks is the Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 Term 4 paper 1?

Paper 1 is usually out of 150 marks and you get 3 hours to write it.

How many marks is the Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 Term 4 paper 2?

Paper 2 is usually out of 150 marks and you get 3 hours to write it.

Are the memos included?

Yes. 12 of the 12 papers on this page have their marking memo next to the question paper.

Is there Physics (Physical Sciences) Grade 12 Term 4 study material on this page?

Yes. 2 files for Term 4: memo.

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