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.

1,827.

The equivalent capacitance of a 3\(\mu F\) capacitor and a 6\(\mu F\) capacitor connected in parallel is

A.

2.0\(\mu F\)

B.

3.0\(\mu F\)

C.

4.5\(\mu F\)

D.

9.0\(\mu F\)

Correct answer is D

C = C1 + C2

= 3 + 6 = 9\(\mu F\)

1,828.

Which of the following factors does not affect the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor?

A.

area of the plates

B.

nature of the surface of the plates

C.

distance of separation between the plates

D.

nature of the insulating material between the plates

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,830.

The acceleration due to gravity may be defined as the force

A.

of attraction of the sun and on the earth

B.

with which the earth revolves around the sun

C.

with which the earth attracts one kilo-gram mass

D.

of the moon on the earth

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.