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.

3,471.

Which of the following is not a consequence of hydrogen bubbles covering the copper plate of a primary cell?

A.

Polarization

B.

Local action

C.

Formation of hydrogen electrode

D.

Increase in the resistance of the cell

E.

Generation of less current by the cell

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,472.

Calculate the rate at which energy is used up in the circuit illustrated by the diagram

A.

0 W

B.

2 W

C.

4 W

D.

8 W

E.

16 W

Correct answer is C

\(R = \frac{R_1 X R_2}{R_1 + R_2}\)

= 1


\(E = I^2R = 2^2 x 1 =4W\)

3,473.

A negatively charged rod is brought near the cap of a gold-leaf electroscope. The cap is earthed momentarily while the rod is near to it. The rod is then removed. Which of the following is correct?

A.

The cap will be positively charged and the negatively charged leaves will diverge

B.

The cap will be negatively charged and the positively charged leaves will diverge

C.

The cap and the leaves will be positively charged

D.

The cap and the leaves will be negatively charged

E.

The leaves will not diverge because the cap has been earthed

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,475.

Which of the following statements is not true?

A.

Musical notes consist of the combination of sounds of regular frequency

B.

The combination of overtones produced by an instrument determines the quality of the sound

C.

the loudness of sound is determined by its frequency

D.

the pitch of a note depends on the frequency of vibration of the source

E.

Noise can be produced by a combination of sounds of irregular frequency

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.