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.

2,596.

Which of the following assumptions is made in a simple pendulum experiment? the

A.

suspending string is inextensible

B.

bob has a finite size

C.

bob has a definite mass

D.

initial angle of oscillation must be large

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,597.

A ball is thrown vertically into the air with an initial velocity u. What is the greatest height reached?

A.

u2g

B.

\(\frac{3u^2}{2g}\)

C.

\(\frac{u^2}{g}\)

D.

\(\frac{u^2}{2g}\)

Correct answer is D

Using V2 = U2 - 2gS

V = 0ms-1 at greatest height

S = \(\frac{u^2}{2g}\)

2,598.

Which of the following is in a neutral equilibrium?

A.

a heavy weight suspended on a string

B.

a cone resting on its slant edge

C.

a heavy-based table lamp

D.

the beam of a balance in use

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,599.

Two objects, one having three times the mass of the other, are dropped at the same time from a tall building. When they are above the ground, the two objects will have the same?

A.

Momentum

B.

Kinetic energy

C.

Potential energy

D.

Acceleration

Correct answer is D

Potential energy is energy possessed by a body by virtue of its position. when the body is above the ground, it possesses kinetic energy.

acceleration due gravity is at constant value of 10m/s\(^2\)

2,600.

A heavy object is suspended from a string and lowered into water so that it is completely submerged. The object appears lighter because

A.

the density of water is less than that of the object

B.

the pressure is low just below the water surface

C.

it experiences an upthrust

D.

the tension in the string neutralizes part of the weight

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.