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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.

1,631.

In a cathode ray tube, the function of the x-plates is to

A.

deflect the electron beam horizontally

B.

deflect the electron beam vertically

C.

reflect the electron beam

D.

generate sinusoid waves

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,632.

Oxidation of the filament in a light bulb is prevented by the introduction of

A.

hydrogen

B.

oxygen

C.

argon

D.

mercury vapour

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,633.

An electron moves with a speed of 2.0 x 106ms-1 in a straight line. Calculate the wave length of the electron wave. [mass of an electron = 9.1 x 10-31 kg][Planck's constant = 6.6 x 10-34Js]

A.

3.63 x 10-19m

B.

6.51 x 10-9m

C.

4.24 x 10-8m

D.

7.25 x 10-8m

Correct answer is C

λ=hc12mv2=6.6×1038×3×10812×9.1×1031(2×106)2

= 4.24 x 10-8m

1,635.

The energy, E stored in an inductor of inductance L when current I passes through it is given by the equation

A.

E = 12LI2

B.

E = LI2

C.

E 12LI

D.

E = 12L2I

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.