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.

3,171.

In a photocell, light energy is converted to

A.

Electrical energy

B.

Chemical energy

C.

Heat energy

D.

Mechanical energy

E.

Kinetic energy

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,172.

The current in the primary coil of a transformer is 2.5A. If the coil has 50 turns and the secondary250 turns, calculate the current in the secondary coil. Neglect energy losses in the transformer

A.

0.2A

B.

0.5A

C.

2.5A

D.

5A

E.

12.5A

Correct answer is B

\(\frac{I_s}{I_p}=\frac{n_p}{n_s}, I_s= \frac{I_pn_p}{n_s}=\frac{2.5\times50}{250}\Rightarrow0.5A\)

3,173.

The relationship between the directions of magnetic field, the current-carrying wire in the field is easily remembered using

A.

Octet rule

B.

Right hand grip rule

C.

Maxwell’s screw rule

D.

Ampere’s swimming rule

E.

Fleming’s left hand rule

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,174.

Lenz’s law of electromagnetic induction is essentially a statement of the

A.

Inverse square law of gravitation

B.

Inverse square law of magnetism

C.

Inverse square law of electrostatics

D.

Law of conservation of momentum

E.

Law of conservation of energy

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,175.

The odor of a leaking gas is perceived at a distance from the source. This is made possible by the process of

A.

Sublimation

B.

Diffusion

C.

Osmosis

D.

Evaporation

E.

Capillarity

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.