JAMB Physics Past Questions & Answers - Page 339

1,691.

The equation of a wave traveling in a horizontal direction is expressed as y = 15 sin 2/5 (60t - x) what is its wave length?

A.

60m

B.

15m

C.

5m

D.

2m

Correct answer is C

\(\frac{\lambda}{2 \pi}\)

\(\frac{5}{2 \pi}\) = 5m

1,693.
1,694.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can increase the rate of evaporation of water in a lake?

A.

increase in the pressure of the atmosphere

B.

rise in temperature

C.

increase in the average speed of the molecules of water

D.

increase in the kinetic energy of the molecules of water

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,695.

Calculate the temperature change when 500J of heat is supplied to 100g of water

A.

12.1oC

B.

2.1oC

C.

1.2oC

D.

0.1oC

Correct answer is C

\(\theta = \frac{Q}{MC}\)

\(\theta = \frac{500}{0.1 \times 4200}\)