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.

1,851.

An atom \(^{234}_{91} P\) emits a gamma radiation. The resultant nuclide is

A.

\(^{230}_{90} Th\)

B.

\(^{234}_{91} Pa\)

C.

\(^{234}_{90} Th\)

D.

\(^{234}_{89} Ac\)

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,852.

Fusion is not usually used for generating electric power because

A.

no energy is released when fusion takes place

B.

very high temperatures are required to initiate fusion reaction

C.

the raw materials needed is not easily available

D.

heavy nuclei are involved

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,853.

A radioactive substance of mass 768g has a half life of 3 years. After how many years does this substance leave only 6g undecayed?

A.

21

B.

18

C.

15

D.

12

Correct answer is A

\(768 \to 384 \to 192 \to 96 \to 48 \to 24 \to 12 \to 6\)

7 x 3 = 21yrs

1,854.

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.

1,855.

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.