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.

331.

The diagram above illustrates a beam of parallel rays from a distant object O, incident on one side of the total reflecting prism. Which diagram does not represent the correct path of the beam when it emerges from the prism?

A.

W

B.

X

C.

Y

D.

Z

Correct answer is A

When drawing a ray diagram for instance drawing two rays from the head of the object, the point of intersection of the two rays represents the position of the head of the image, but in the case of parallel rays of light drawn from the object such that the image is likewise formed at infinity, the ray from the head of the object forms the head of the image, similarly, the ray from the leg of the image. from the diagrams drawn, it is only in W that the ray from the head forms the leg of the image, others are correctly drawn.

332.

Which of the following statements explain why hot soapy water is more effective in cleaning oil-stained dishes?

A.

The oil on the dishes repels the soap

B.

soap and heat decrease the surface tension of oil

C.

soap increases the surface tension of oil and water

D.

Hot water increases the surface tension of oil

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

333.

The material used to slow down the neutrons in a nuclear reactor is 
 

A.

boron

B.

copper

C.

graphite

D.

uranium

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

334.

The depolarising agent in a Leclanche cell is?

A.

carbon rod

B.

ammonium chloride

C.

manganese (IV) oxide

D.

zinc plate

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

335.

Which of the following waves requires a material medium for its propagation?

A.

Radio waves

B.

Light waves

C.

Sound waves

D.

X-rays

Correct answer is C

 

- Electromagnetic waves are waves that have no medium to travel whereas mechanical waves need a medium for its transmission

 sound wave is an example of a mechanical wave. Sound waves are incapable of traveling through a vacuum.