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.

3,931.

An electric device is rated 2000 W, 250 v. The correct fuse rating of the device is?

A.

9 A

B.

8 A

C.

6 A

D.

7 A

Correct answer is B

For the device rated 2000 W, 250 V, implies that current I, flowing is given by the relation
Power = IV
I = (power)/v = (200)/250
= 8A.
∴ the most suitable fuse for the device is 8A

3,932.

Satellite communication network makes use of?

A.

visible light

B.

sound wave

C.

radio wave

D.

infra-red wave

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,933.

When very hot water is poured into two identical thin and thick glass tumblers in equal volumes, the thick one cracks because?

A.

of the even expansion of glass

B.

glass is a crystal

C.

glass is a good conductor of heat

D.

of the uneven expansion of gass

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,934.

I. Melting

II. Boiling

III. Refraction

IV. Conduction

Which combination of the above is evident of the molecular nature of matter?

A.

II , III and IV only

B.

I ,II and IV only

C.

I , III and IV only

D.

I , II and III only

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,935.

The process whereby a liquid turns spontaneously into vapour is called?

A.

regelation

B.

sublimation

C.

boiling

D.

evaporation

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.