Physics questions and answers

Physics Questions and Answers

If you want to learn more about the nature and properties of matter and energy or you're simply preparing for a Physics exam, these Physics past questions and answers are ideal for you.

601.

Which of the following electromagnetic waves is most energetic? 

A.

Radio waves

B.

X-ray

C.

Gamma rays

D.

Ultra-violet rays

Correct answer is C

The gamma rays have the shortest wavelength and therefore, impart the highest photon energy.

602.

Frequency is measured in

A.

meter per second

B.

seconds

C.

hertz

D.

farad

Correct answer is C

The unit of frequency is hertz, abbreviated Hz.

603.

The diagram above illustrates the mercury-in-glass thermometer used for determining the temperature of a room. Use the data on it to determine the room temperature.

A.

3.3°C

B.

7.0°C

C.

13°C

D.

30.0°C

Correct answer is D

Let the room temperature be X.

We have, \(\frac{3-0}{10-0} = \frac{X-0}{100-0}\)

\(\frac{3}{10} = \frac{X}{100}\)

\(X = \frac{3 \times 100}{10}\)

= 30°C

604.

The bob of a simple pendulum takes 8.0s to complete 10 oscillations. Determine the frequency of oscillation of the bob.

A.

0.125Hz

B.

1.25Hz

C.

7.50Hz

D.

8.00Hz

Correct answer is B

10 complete oscillations = 8.0s

1 complete oscillation (period) = \(\frac{8}{10}\)s

Frequency = \(\frac{1}{period}\) = \(\frac{1}{0.8} = 1.25Hz\)

605.

Which of the following factors does not increase the rate of evaporation of water in a lake?

A.

Increase in the pressure of the atmosphere

B.

Rise in temperature

C.

Increase in the surface area of the lake

D.

Increase in the speed of the wind

Correct answer is A

The rate of evaporation is increased by the lowering of atmospheric pressure and not its increase. Every other factor stands, for the increase of evaporation process.