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.

3,296.

The diagram above illustrates an isolated metal sphere carrying charge W in a medium whose permittivity is so. The magnitude of the electric field intensity at P can be expressed as

A.

Q2/(4πεor2)

B.

Q/(4πεor2)

C.

Q/(4πεor)

D.

Q2/(4πεor2)

E.

Q/(4πεor) 2

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,297.

Soft iron is used in making the armature of an electric bell because it

A.

retains its magnetism for a longtime

B.

Loses its magnetism readily

C.

Produces permanent magnets

D.

is not easily magnetised

E.

decreases the magnetic effect of a direct current

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,299.

Lenz's law of electromagnetic induction states that

A.

e.m.f. is induced in a circuit whenever there is a change in the magnetic flux linked with the circuit.

B.

the induced current in a conductor is in such a direction as to oppose the change producing it

C.

the magnitude of the induced e.m.f. in a circuit is proportional to the rate of change of the number of lines of force linking the circuit

D.

a force is exerted on a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic Held

E.

the induced charge is constant for a fixed change of flux.

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,300.

A wire of length 100cm and cross-sectional area of 2.0 x 10-3cm2 has a resistance of 0.10 Ω. Calculate its electrical conductivity.

A.

5.0 x 107Ω-1cm-1

B.

5.0 x 106Ω-1cm-1

C.

2.0 x 106Ω-1cm-1

D.

5.0 x 105Ω-1cm-1

E.

2.0 x 106Ω-1cm-1

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.