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.

222.

In the diagram above, a bulb is lit by drawing 2.0A from 440V a.c. source. Calculate the cost of keeping the bulb on for two days at $0.40 per kilowatt-hour .                 

 

A.

$16.90

B.

$84.48

C.

$1690.00

D.

$8.48

Correct answer is A

Power[p] = IV → 2 * 440 = 880Watt

Energy = p * t = 880 * 48hrs

= 42240 or 42.24kwh

But 1 kwh cost $0.40
∴ 42.24kwh costs 42.24 x 0.40

= 16.896 or $16.90

223.

An electric pressing iron is connected to the mains using an insulated wire. wire becomes very hot.

The heat generated in the wire can be minimized by replacing the wire with one of?

 

A.

thinner insulation.

B.

greater diameter

C.

smaller diameter

D.

thicker insulation

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

224.

Which of the arrangements of radiations below shows decreasing order of wavelengths?

A.

X-rays> radio waves > infrared radiations

B.

Radio waves> infrared radiations > X-rays

C.

Infrared radiations > radio waves > X-rays

D.

X-rays> infrared radiations > radio waves

Correct answer is B

radio waves have a longer wavelength than infrared light, and infrared than x-rays in the electromagnetic spectrum

225.

The components of vectors Q and R are (-3.0, 5.5) and (9.2, 4.4) respectively. Determine the components of Q + R.

A.

(3.7, 7.4)

B.

(6.2, 9.9)

C.

(2.5, -4 .8).

D.

(14.7, 1.4)

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.