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.

821.

The symbol illustrated above is that of a resistor?

A.

which absorb light

B.

which emits light

C.

which absorbs heat to function properly

D.

whose resistance is light dependent

Correct answer is D

A photoresistor or light dependent resistor is an electronic component that is sensitive to light. When light falls upon it, then the resistance changes.

Used where there is a need to sense the presence and absence of light is necessary. These resistors are used as light sensors and the applications of LDR mainly include alarm clocks, street lights, light intensity meters, burglar alarm circuits.

823.

Which of the following statements is correct? When capacitors of different values are connected in series

A.

the same charge flows through them

B.

the same voltage appears across each capacitor

C.

different quantities of charges flow through them in different voltages across them

D.

different quantities of charges flows through them with the same voltage across them

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

824.

An electric generator rated 12 kW, 2 kV distribute power through a cable of resistance 20\(\Omega\). Calculate the power loss in the cable.

A.

120 w

B.

360 w

C.

720 w

D.

2400 w

Correct answer is C

Power - IV

I = \(\frac{P}{V}\)

= \(\frac{12000}{2000}\)

I = 6A

Power loss = I\(^2\)R = 6\(^2\) x 20

= 720 W