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.

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The bulb of a motorcycle head-lamp is marked 40W, 6V. The resistance of the filament when it is switched on is

A.

\(\frac{6^2}{40^2}\)ohms

B.

\(\frac{40}{6^2}\)ohms

C.

\(\frac{40}{6}\)ohms

D.

6 x 40 ohms

E.

\(\frac{6^2}{40}\)ohms

Correct answer is E

Power \(\frac{V^2}{R}\)

40 = \(\frac{6 \times 6}{r}\)

R = \(\frac{36}{40}\)\(\Omega\)

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Which of the following is the correct definition of 'half-life'?

A.

the average life-time of a radioactive material

B.

the time it takes a radioactive material to decay to half of its original quantity

C.

half the period a radioactive material decays completely

D.

half of the decay constant

E.

the decay constant times life-time

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.