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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.

1,821.

A 500kV is applied across an X-ray tube. Calculate the maximum velocity of the electrons produced [Me = 9.1 x 10-31kg, e = 1.6 x 10-19C]

A.

4.2 x 108ms-1

B.

1.9 x 108ms-1

C.

4.2 x 105ms-1

D.

1.8 x 105ms-1

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,822.

The breaking up of an atomic nucleus into the fragment of nearly equal size is known as

A.

nuclear fusion

B.

nuclear fission

C.

thermonuclear reaction

D.

natural radioactivity

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,824.

Which of the following statements about a bar magnet is correct?

A.

iron fillings cling uniformly along the length of a bar magnet

B.

the magnetic properties are more pronounced at the middle of a magnet

C.

it is impossible to have the same poles at the end of a magnet

D.

the magnetic properties are more pronounced at points near the end of the bar

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,825.

An electric lamp rated 120W is used on a 240Vrms, calculate the resistance of its filament

A.

480Ω

B.

360Ω

C.

60Ω

D.

2Ω

Correct answer is A

R = V2P=2402120=480Ω