WAEC Physics Past Questions & Answers - Page 194

966.

In which of the following transitions is the largest quantum of energy liberated by an hydrogen atom when the electron changes energy levels? [n is the quantum number]

A.

n = 2 to n = 1

B.

n = 1 to n = 2

C.

n = 2 to n = 3

D.

n = 3 to n = 2

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

967.

In the circuit diagram above. Calculate the energy stored in the inductor at resonance

A.

0.100J

B.

0.050J

C.

0.010J

D.

0.005J

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

968.

The material used for constructing the core of an electromagnet is

A.

iron

B.

carbon

C.

copper

D.

steel

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

969.

Which of the following statements about magnetic lines of force is not correct?

A.

a magnnetic line of force is an imaginary line which the north pole of a magnet would describe if it is free to moves

B.

magnetic lines of force do not cross one another

C.

magnetic lines of force are closely packed together at neutral point

D.

the presence of magnetic lines of force in a region indicates the presence of a magnetic field

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

970.

The Earth's magnetic equator passes through Jos in Nigeria. At Jos. the

A.

angle of variation is zero

B.

magnetic declination is 90o

C.

angle of dip is zero

D.

horizontal component of the Earth's magnetic field is zero

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.