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.

1,776.

Which of the following electromagnetic wave can be detected by its heating effect?

A.

ultraviolet radiation

B.

x-rays

C.

gamma rays

D.

infrared radiation

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,777.

Five 80-W and three 100W are run for 8 hours. If the cost of energy is N5.00 per unit, calculate the cost of running the lamp. [1 unit = 1 kW]

A.

N280.00

B.

N28.00

C.

N7.20

D.

N1.44

Correct answer is B

P = (80 x 5 + 100 x 3)8

= 5600W

Cost = \(\frac{5600}{1000} \times 5 = N28\)

1,778.

A bulb marked 240V, 40W is used for 30 minutes. Calculate the heat generated

A.

320J

B.

400J

C.

10800J

D.

72000J

Correct answer is D

W = P x t

= 40 x 30 x 60

= 72000J

1,779.

Which of the following operations does not represent an action of a force field?

A.

falling of a mango fruit from the tree

B.

picking of nails using a bar magnet

C.

repulsion of two like charges

D.

pushing of a wheel-barrow on a level gound

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,780.

Which of the following components is used for storing electric charges?

A.

inductor

B.

resistor

C.

capacitor

D.

electrometer

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.