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.

3,096.

A transverse wave and a longitudinal wave travelling in the same direction in a medium differ essentially in their

A.

frequency

B.

amplitude

C.

direction of vibration of the particles of the medium

D.

period of vibration of the particles of the medium

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,097.

A wave that travels through stretched strings is known as

A.

electromagnetic wave

B.

micro wave

C.

mechanical wave

D.

seismic wave

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,098.

The mechanism of heat transfer from one point to another through the vibration of the molecules of the medium is

A.

covection

B.

conduction

C.

radiation

D.

diffusion

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,099.

The rise or fall of a liquid in a narrow tube is because of the

A.

viscosity of the liquid

B.

surface tension of the liquid

C.

friction between the walls of the tube and the liquid

D.

osmotic pressure of the liquid

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,100.

What will happen to the boiling point of pure water when it is heated in a place 30m below sea level?

A.

It will be more than 100 oC

B.

It will be last than 100 oC

C.

It will still be at 100 oC

D.

It will be fluctuating

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.