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.

1,441.

What type of electromagnetic radiation can be used to take photographs in the haze?

A.

Radio waves

B.

infrared rays

C.

Visible light

D.

Gamma rays

Correct answer is B

 

Infrared rays are easily detected by special photographic films and it can be used for taking picture in haze

1,442.

Lodestone is a natural magnet, it points at

A.

N – W when suspended freely

B.

N–S when suspended freely

C.

S – E when suspended freely

D.

S–W when suspended freely

Correct answer is B

 

Lodestone is a natural magnet it points approximate at N – S when suspended freely

1,443.

Quantities of heat Q can be measured using a container called

A.

Thermometer

B.

Measuring cylinder

C.

Calorimeter

D.

Meter rule

Correct answer is C

 

Calorimeter is an apparatuses used for measuring the heat (Q) generated or absorbed by change of phase (state) or other physical change

1,444.

Heat transfer in the surrounding without a material medium is possible through?

A.

Conduction

B.

Convection

C.

Radiation

D.

Expansion

Correct answer is C

Conduction, convection of heat or electricity through a material medium is required but radiation requires no material medium for heat transfer

1,445.

The device in which one circuit controls another, especially if the current in the second circuit is large or dangerous is known as

A.

Electromagnetic devices

B.

Magnetic relay device

C.

None at all

D.

Sextant

Correct answer is B

 

Magnetic relay device :is the device that controls a circuit (i.e one circuit )if a current in the second circuit is large or dangerous