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.

1,217.

A gas occupies a certain volume at 27°C. At what temperature will its volume be twice times the original volume assuming that its pressure remains constant?

A.

54°C

B.

108°C

C.

150°C

D.

327°C

E.

600°C

Correct answer is D

\(\frac{V_{1}}{T_{1}} = \frac{V_{2}}{T_{2}}\)

Given \(V_{2} = 2V_{1}\)

\(T_{1} = 27°C + 273 = 300k\)

\(\frac{V_{1}}{300} = \frac{2V_{1}}{T_{2}}\)

\(\frac{1}{300} = \frac{2}{T_{2}} \implies T_{2} = 600k  or 327°C\)

1,218.

When electrical power is transmitted over long distances, the voltage is stepped up so that

A.

the resistance of the wire may be increased proportionately to the potential difference

B.

the time of transmissions between the generating and the receiving stations may be reduced

C.

there is increased current to produce brighter lights.

D.

the rate of electrical consumption is increased.

E.

the energy waste may be minimised as the current is lowered.

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,219.

Which of the following is used in a nuclear reactor to slow down fast moving neutrons?

A.

graphite rods

B.

carbon dioxide gas

C.

liquid sodium metal

D.

concrete shield

E.

boron rods

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,220.

The half-life of a radioactive substance is 2 seconds. Calculate the decay constant.

A.

2.890 s-1

B.

1.445 s-1

C.

0.576 s-1

D.

0.347s-1

E.

0.152 s-1

Correct answer is D

\(T_{\frac{1}{2}} = \frac{\ln 2}{\lambda}\)

where \(T_{\frac{1}{2}}\) = half-life of element; \(\lambda\) = decay constant.

= \(\frac{0.693}{\lambda}\)

\(\therefore 2 = \frac{0.693}{\lambda}\)

\(\lambda = \frac{0.693}{2}\)

= 0.3465 s\(^{-1}\)

\(\approxeq\) 0.347 s\(^{-1}\)