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.

1,921.

Given that the gravitational constant is G. Newton's universal law of gravitation states that the force of attraction between two masses M1 and M2 separation by a distance r is

A.

\(Gr^2 M_1M_2\)

B.

\(Gr M_1M_2\)

C.

\(\frac{GM_1 M_2}{r^2}\)

D.

\(\frac{GM_1 M_2}{r}\)

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,922.

Calculate the energy stored in a 20\(\mu F\) capacitor. If the p.d between the plates is 40V

A.

3.2 x 10-2J

B.

1.6 x 10-2J

C.

8.0 x 10-4J

D.

4.0 x 10-4J

Correct answer is B

W = \(\frac{cv^2}{2} = \frac{20 \times 10^{-6} \times 40^{2}}{2}\)

= 1.6 x 10-2J

1,923.

The quantity of electric charge stored in a capacitor is measured in

A.

farad

B.

ampere

C.

coulomb

D.

volt

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,924.

Find the cost of running a 60W lamp for 24 hours. If 1kW hr cost 5 naira

A.

14.4 naira

B.

12.5 naira

C.

7.2 naira

D.

2.0 naira

Correct answer is C

Cost = P(Kwh) x Cost per KW

= \(\frac{60 \times 24}{1000} \times N5 = N7.2\)

1,925.

A car fuse marked 3A operates optimally on a 12V battery, calculate the resistance of the fuse

A.

36.0\(\Omega\)

B.

15.0\(\Omega\)

C.

9.0\(\Omega\)

D.

4.0\(\Omega\)

Correct answer is D

R = \(\frac{v}{I} = \frac{12}{3} = 4\Omega\)