JAMB UTME - Physics - 2018
Ibeere 1 Ìròyìn
A man hears his echo from a nearby hill 2s after he shouted. If the frequency of his voice is 260Hz and the wavelength is 1.29m, how far away is the hill
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The speed of sound in air is approximately 343 meters per second at room temperature. The formula for the speed of sound is:
Speed of sound = Frequency × Wavelength
In this problem, we are given the frequency (260 Hz) and the wavelength (1.29 m) of the sound wave. We can use these values to calculate the speed of sound:
Speed of sound = 260 Hz × 1.29 m = 335.4 m/s
Next, we need to use the fact that the man hears his echo 2 seconds after he shouted. Since the sound wave traveled from the man to the hill and then back to the man, the total distance traveled by the sound wave is twice the distance from the man to the hill. We can use the formula:
Distance = Speed × Time
to calculate the distance from the man to the hill:
Distance = (335.4 m/s) × (2 s/2) = 335.4 m
Therefore, the hill is 335.4 meters away from the man. The answer is option (B), 335.4m.
Ibeere 2 Ìròyìn
The electrochemical equivalent of silver is 0.0012g/C. If 36.0g of silver is to be deposited by electrolysis on a surface by passing a steady current for 5mins, the current must be?
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The electrochemical equivalent of silver is a measure of the amount of silver that is deposited on a surface per unit of charge. In this case, the electrochemical equivalent of silver is 0.0012 grams per Coulomb of charge. To deposit 36.0 grams of silver by electrolysis, we need to know the amount of charge that must be passed through the solution. The amount of charge is given by: Q = m/z where m is the mass of silver to be deposited, 0.0012 is the electrochemical equivalent of silver, and z is the charge on one mole of electrons (z = 1 for a single electron). So, the amount of charge required is: Q = 36.0 g / 0.0012 g/C = 30000 C The current, I, is given by: I = Q / t where t is the time for which the current is flowing. In this case, t = 5 minutes. So, the current required is: I = 30000 C / (5 x 60 s) = 100 A Therefore, the current must be 100 Amperes.
Ibeere 3 Ìròyìn
Calculate the effective capacitance of the circuit in the diagram given
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The three 2uf capacitors are in parallel to each other so u add them like this
2uf+2uf+2uf=6uf
So u have three capacitors in series
6uf 2uf and 3uf
They are in series so
1/C= 1/6+1/3=1/2
C=2uf
Then the same thing with the last two capay
1/2+1/2=1uf
Thanks
Ibeere 4 Ìròyìn
Cathode rays are
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Cathode rays are streams of electrons. They were first discovered by scientists experimenting with vacuum tubes, and they observed that a glowing beam of particles traveled from the negatively charged electrode (the cathode) to the positively charged electrode (the anode). These particles were found to have a negative charge, which was later identified as electrons. Cathode rays played an important role in the development of electronics and the understanding of atomic structure.
Ibeere 6 Ìròyìn
A lens of focal length 15cm forms on erect image which is three times the size of the object. The distance between the object and the image is ___.
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We can use the lens formula, 1/f = 1/v - 1/u, where f is the focal length of the lens, v is the distance between the lens and the image, and u is the distance between the lens and the object. From the problem, we know that the focal length of the lens is 15 cm, and the image is erect and three times the size of the object. This means that the image distance v is positive and the object distance u is negative (since the object is in front of the lens). Let's assume that the object distance u is -x cm, where x is a positive number. Then, the image distance v is +3x cm, since the image is three times the size of the object. Substituting these values into the lens formula, we get: 1/15 = 1/(+3x) - 1/(-x) Simplifying the right-hand side, we get: 1/15 = (1 + 3)/3x Multiplying both sides by 3x, we get: 3x/15 = 4 Simplifying, we get: x = 20 Therefore, the distance between the object and the lens is -20 cm (since it is in front of the lens), and the distance between the image and the lens is +60 cm (since it is behind the lens). The distance between the object and the image is the sum of these distances, which is: (-20) + (+60) = 40 cm Therefore, the answer is 40cm.
Ibeere 7 Ìròyìn
One of the features of the fission process is that
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The fission process refers to the splitting of an atomic nucleus into two or more smaller nuclei. One of the key features of the fission process is that it can lead to a chain reaction, where the neutrons released during fission can go on to trigger additional fission reactions. This chain reaction can produce a large amount of energy, as is the case in nuclear power plants and nuclear weapons. Another feature of the fission process is that it typically produces radioactive products. These products can remain radioactive for a long time, which is why there are concerns about the safe disposal of nuclear waste. Additionally, the fission process typically releases neutrons, which can go on to cause further fission reactions. This neutron release is an important aspect of the chain reaction mentioned earlier. Finally, the fission process is accompanied by a small loss of mass, which is converted into energy according to Einstein's famous equation E=mc². This loss of mass is what allows the large amount of energy to be released during a fission reaction.
Ibeere 8 Ìròyìn
Which of the following is not a product of nuclear fusion?
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Neutron is not a product of nuclear fusion. Nuclear fusion is the process by which two or more atomic nuclei come together to form a heavier nucleus, releasing a large amount of energy in the process. In most fusion reactions, the resulting products are alpha particles (helium nuclei) and energy in the form of gamma rays. X-rays and gamma rays are both forms of high-energy electromagnetic radiation that can be produced by nuclear reactions, including nuclear fusion. Alpha particles are also a common product of nuclear fusion, especially in the fusion reactions that power the sun. However, neutrons are not typically produced in fusion reactions. In fact, one of the major challenges in developing fusion as a practical energy source is finding ways to produce and control the high-energy neutrons that are generated in the process. Neutrons can be produced in some types of fusion reactions, but they are not a primary product. In summary, neutron is not a product of nuclear fusion, while X-rays, Y-rays (assuming this is a valid form of radiation), and alpha particles are common products of this process.
Ibeere 9 Ìròyìn
An object weighs 30N in air and 21N in water. The weight of the object when completely immersed in a liquid of relative density 1.4 is
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Weight of water displaced = upthrust = 30 - 21 = 9N
Mass of water displaced = 910
= 0.9kg
Volume of object = 9 × 10−4
m3
= (9 × 10−4
) (1.4 ×103)
= 1.26kg = 12N
30 - 12.6 = 17.4N
Ibeere 10 Ìròyìn
Shadows and eclipses result from the
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The rectilinear propagation of light means that light travels in straight lines as a wave. This can be observed in the well-defined shadows formed when an object blocks a light source and through the use of a pinhole camera.
According to Sudipa Sarkar, the formation of shadows with sharp edges demonstrates the rectilinear propagation of light, i.e. The fact that light travels in straight line. When an opaque obstacle is placed between a source of light and a screen, a shadow of the obstacle is formed on the screen. The kind of shadow depends on the size of the source of light. If it is a point source (light from a small hole), the shadow obtained is a region of total darkness, called umbra.
If an extended source of light, e.g. a bulb, is used, the umbra is surrounded by a region of partial darkness, called penumbra. The moon is seen because it reflects the sun's light. An eclipse of the moon (lunar eclipse) occurs when the earth comes between the sun and the moon and prevents some of the light from the sun from reaching the moon. In other words, the earth casts its shadow on the moon. The solar eclipse occurs when the moon comes between the sun and the earth.
Ibeere 11 Ìròyìn
A narrow beam of white light can be split up into different colours by a glass prism. The correct explanation is that
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The correct explanation for why a narrow beam of white light can be split up into different colors by a glass prism is that different colors of white light travel with different speeds in glass. White light is made up of different colors with different wavelengths, ranging from violet to red. When a narrow beam of white light passes through a glass prism, the different colors refract at slightly different angles due to the fact that their wavelengths are different. This causes the different colors to spread out and form a spectrum. The amount of refraction that occurs depends on the speed of light in the medium. Different colors of light have different speeds in glass due to the fact that their wavelengths are different. This means that they will refract at different angles as they pass through the glass prism, causing them to spread out. So, the correct explanation for why a narrow beam of white light can be split up into different colors by a glass prism is that different colors of white light travel with different speeds in glass. Therefore, is the correct explanation. is incorrect because it describes what white light is made up of, but does not explain how it is split up into colors by a prism. is incorrect because a prism does not have all the colors of white light, but rather it separates the colors that are already present in white light. is incorrect because total internal reflection occurs when light is completely reflected back into the same medium, which is not what happens when white light is split up by a prism.
Ibeere 12 Ìròyìn
Which of the following best describes the energy changes which take place when a steam engine drives a generator which lights a lamp?
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The energy changes that take place when a steam engine drives a generator which lights a lamp can be described as: Heat energy from burning fuel is used to create steam in the boiler of the steam engine. This steam is then used to drive the turbine, which generates kinetic energy as it spins. The kinetic energy is transferred to the generator, which converts it into electrical energy (electricity). The electricity then flows through the wires to the lamp, where it is converted back into light energy, which is what we see. Therefore, the correct option would be: Heat ----> Kinetic ----> Electricity ----> Light
Ibeere 13 Ìròyìn
The energy needed to move a unit positive charge around a complete electric circuit is called the
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The energy needed to move a unit positive charge around a complete electric circuit is called the "electromotive force", also known as "emf". This is because the emf is what drives the flow of electric charge, or current, around the circuit. Think of it like a battery in a flashlight. The battery provides the emf that drives the flow of electric current through the wires and the light bulb. Without the emf from the battery, the electric charges wouldn't be able to flow and the light wouldn't turn on. The other answer options, such as electric potential difference and electric energy, are related to the emf but don't specifically refer to the energy needed to move a unit positive charge around a circuit. Kinetic energy, on the other hand, is not related to the movement of electric charges around a circuit at all.
Ibeere 14 Ìròyìn
A room is heated by means of a charcoal fire, an occupants of the room standing away from the fire is warmed mainly by
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The main way that the occupants of a room standing away from a charcoal fire are warmed is by radiation. Radiation is the transfer of heat energy through electromagnetic waves, and it can travel through empty space. In this scenario, the charcoal fire emits radiation in the form of infrared waves, which travel through the air and warm up the objects (including the occupants) in the room. Convection, on the other hand, is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (such as air), but in this case, the air in the room is not being actively circulated by a fan or other mechanism. Conduction involves the transfer of heat through direct contact between two objects, but the occupants are not in direct contact with the fire. Reflection refers to the bouncing of radiation off a surface, but it is not a significant factor in this scenario as most of the radiation is absorbed by the objects in the room.
Ibeere 15 Ìròyìn
If the fraction of the atoms of a radioactive material left after 120years is \( \frac{1}{64} \), what is the half-life of the material? \( \frac{1}{64} \)
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The half-life of a radioactive material is the time it takes for half of the atoms in a sample to decay. The fraction of atoms left after a certain number of half-lives can be calculated using the formula: fraction left = (1/2)^(number of half-lives) Let's use this formula to solve the problem. We know that the fraction of atoms left after 120 years is 1/64, which means that: (1/2)^(number of half-lives) = 1/64 To solve for the number of half-lives, we can take the logarithm of both sides: log[(1/2)^(number of half-lives)] = log(1/64) Using the rule that log(a^b) = b*log(a), we can simplify the left side of the equation: number of half-lives * log(1/2) = log(1/64) Dividing both sides by log(1/2), we get: number of half-lives = log(1/64) / log(1/2) Using a calculator or the change of base formula, we can evaluate this expression: number of half-lives = 6 Therefore, the half-life of the material is 120/6 = 20 years.
Ibeere 16 Ìròyìn
Electrical power is transmitted at a high voltage rather than a low voltage because the amount of energy loss is due to
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The primary reason that power is transmitted at high voltages is to increase efficiency. As electricity is transmitted over long distances, there are inherent energy losses along the way. High voltage transmission minimizes the amount of power lost as electricity flows from one location to the next. How? The higher the voltage, the lower the current. The lower the current, the lower the resistance losses in the conductors. And when resistance losses are low, energy losses are low also. Electrical engineers consider factors such as the power being transmitted and the distance required for transmission when determining the optimal transmission voltage
Ibeere 17 Ìròyìn
What flows to the earth by connecting the conductor to the earth?
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When a conductor is connected to the earth, electrons flow to the earth. Electrons are negatively charged particles that are present in all conductors. When a conductor is connected to the earth, it creates a path for electrons to flow from the conductor to the earth, which helps to balance the electric potential and prevent the buildup of electric charge. This flow of electrons is known as grounding and is an important safety measure in electrical systems.
Ibeere 18 Ìròyìn
What type of reaction is represented by the following scheme?
\( {}_{1}^{2}X + {}_{1}^{2}Y \longrightarrow {}_{2}^{3}Z + {}_{1}^{0}n + \text{energy} \)
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The type of reaction represented by the given scheme is a nuclear fission reaction. Nuclear fission is a process where a heavy nucleus is split into smaller nuclei with the release of energy. In the given scheme, a heavy element X is split into two lighter elements, Y and Z, along with the release of energy and some neutrons (n). In a nuclear fission reaction, a neutron is usually absorbed by the nucleus of the heavy element, which then becomes unstable and splits into two smaller nuclei and some neutrons. These neutrons can then go on to split other heavy nuclei, resulting in a chain reaction. In the given scheme, the release of energy and the presence of neutrons suggest that it is a fission reaction. Moreover, the scheme depicts the process of splitting a heavy element into two lighter elements, which is a characteristic of a fission reaction. Therefore, the type of reaction represented by the given scheme is a nuclear fission reaction.
Ibeere 19 Ìròyìn
An electric heating coil rated at 1KW is used to heat 2kg of water for 2 minutes. The initial water temperature is 30\(^{o}\)C. Taking the specific heat of the water as 4,000Jkg\(^{-1}\) and neglecting that of the container, the final water temperature is
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To determine the final temperature of the water, we can use the formula: Q = mcΔT where Q is the heat transferred, m is the mass of the water, c is the specific heat capacity of water, and ΔT is the change in temperature. We know that the power of the electric heating coil is 1KW, which means it transfers 1000 Joules of energy per second. In 2 minutes, or 120 seconds, it transfers 120,000 Joules of energy to the water. The mass of the water is given as 2kg and the specific heat capacity of water is 4000 J/kg°C. We can assume that the initial temperature of the water is 30°C. Using the formula, we can solve for the change in temperature: 120,000 J = (2 kg)(4000 J/kg°C)(ΔT) ΔT = 15°C Therefore, the final temperature of the water is 30°C + 15°C = 45°C. So, the final water temperature is 45.0oC.
Ibeere 20 Ìròyìn
When an atom loses or gain a charge it becomes
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When an atom loses or gains a charge, it becomes an ion. An ion is a type of atom that has an unequal number of protons and electrons, giving it a net electrical charge. If an atom loses one or more electrons, it becomes positively charged and is called a cation. On the other hand, if an atom gains one or more electrons, it becomes negatively charged and is called an anion. So, in summary, an atom can lose or gain electrons to become an ion, which has a net electrical charge.
Ibeere 21 Ìròyìn
The efficiency of energy conversion on the energy flow through a hydroelectric power is?
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Efficiency = useful energy output from machineenergy input into machine
= E3E2
Ibeere 22 Ìròyìn
The linear expansivity of brass is \(2 \times 10^{-5}\,\text{C}^{-1}\). If the volume of a piece of brass is 15.00cm at 0°C, what is the volume at 100°C
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The linear expansivity of brass is given as 2 x 10^-5 /°C. This means that for every 1°C increase in temperature, the brass expands by 2 x 10^-5 of its original size. To find the new volume of the brass at 100°C, we need to take into account the expansion in all three dimensions (length, width, and height). Since the expansivity given is for length only, we need to find the expansivity in all three dimensions by multiplying it by 3. The expansivity in all three dimensions is: 3 x (2 x 10^-5 /°C) = 6 x 10^-5 /°C To find the new volume, we can use the formula: Vf = Vi (1 + αΔT) where Vf is the final volume, Vi is the initial volume, α is the expansivity in all three dimensions, and ΔT is the change in temperature. Plugging in the values, we get: Vf = 15.00 cm3 (1 + (6 x 10^-5 /°C) x (100°C - 0°C)) Vf = 15.09 cm3 Therefore, the volume of the brass at 100°C is 15.09 cm3.
Ibeere 23 Ìròyìn
A beam of light is incident from air to water at an angle of 300. Find the angle of refraction if the refractive index of water is 4/3
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X = 43
r = ?
Shell?s law:. 7 = Sin20Sinr0
Vg
= Sin300Sinr0
Sinr0
= 3Sin3004
Sin r0
= 0.375
R o
= Sin-1 (0.375)
R o
= 22.02 o
R o
= 22 o
Ibeere 24 Ìròyìn
An object is placed 20cm from a concave mirror of focal length 10cm. The linear magnification of the image produced is?
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The linear magnification of an image is given by the formula: magnification = height of image / height of object = -v/u where v is the image distance, u is the object distance, and the negative sign indicates that the image is inverted. In this problem, the object is placed 20cm from a concave mirror of focal length 10cm. Since the object is placed beyond the focal point, the image will be real and inverted. Using the mirror formula 1/f = 1/v + 1/u, we can find the image distance v: 1/10 = 1/v + 1/20 Solving for v, we get: v = -20 cm Now, we can use the magnification formula to find the linear magnification: magnification = -v/u = -(-20)/20 = 1 Therefore, the linear magnification of the image produced is 1, which means the image is the same size as the object and is also inverted. The answer is: 1.
Ibeere 25 Ìròyìn
The photo cell works on the principle of the
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The photocell works on the principle of the emission of electrons by incident radiation. In simple terms, a photocell is a device that converts light energy into electrical energy. It does this by using a material (such as silicon) that releases electrons when it is exposed to light. These electrons can then be collected and used to produce a current, which can be used to power an electrical device. The more light that hits the photocell, the more electrons are released and the greater the electrical current.
Ibeere 26 Ìròyìn
Which of the following has the lowest internal resistance when new?
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Among the given options, the Accumulator has the lowest internal resistance when new. Internal resistance is the resistance that a battery or cell provides to the flow of electric current within itself. Lower internal resistance means that the battery can supply more current to an external circuit without losing much of its own energy as heat. An Accumulator, also known as a rechargeable battery, is designed to be charged and discharged multiple times. It has a relatively low internal resistance when new, meaning it can provide a higher current than the other cells listed while wasting less energy internally as heat. A Leclanche cell and Daniell cell are primary cells, meaning they are designed to be used once and discarded. They have higher internal resistance compared to the accumulator, which limits their ability to supply high currents. A Torch battery, also known as a dry cell, is also a primary cell and has a higher internal resistance than the accumulator. It is commonly used in small electronic devices and has a longer shelf life than Leclanche and Daniell cells. In summary, an Accumulator has the lowest internal resistance when new, which makes it an ideal choice for applications requiring high current delivery such as electric vehicles, power tools, and renewable energy systems.
Ibeere 27 Ìròyìn
In the diagram shown, which of the simple pendulum will resonate with P when set into oscillation?
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Ibeere 28 Ìròyìn
The inner diameter of a small test tube can be measured accurately using a
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A vernier caliper is a measuring device used to precisely measure linear dimensions. It is a very useful tool to use when measuring the diameter of a round objects like cylinders because the measuring jaws can be secured on either side of the circumference.
Vernier calipers have both a fixed main scale and a moving vernier scale. The main scale is graduated in either millimetres or tenths of an inch. The vernier scale allows much more precise readings to be taken (usually to the nearest 0.02mm or 0.001 inch) in comparison to a standard ruler (which only measures to th nearest 1mm or 0.25 inch).
The vernier scale was invented by French mathematician Pierre Vernier in 1631. As part of the vernier caliper, it is used together with the main scale, and helps to provide very precise measurements. Vernier calipers usually show either imperial or metric measurements, but some measure in both.
Ibeere 29 Ìròyìn
Palm oil from a bottle flows out more easily after it has been heated because the
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Molecules cannot be given energy during the heating and the molecules of oil cannot force each other out
Ibeere 30 Ìròyìn
What is the resultant resistance of the circuit in the image shown?
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Formulae resistance in parallel
= 1/R = 1/R1 +1/R2
1/R = 1/2 +1/2 = 1
Resistance are now in series
R = 1 + 3 + 4
= 8 ohms
Ibeere 31 Ìròyìn
A positively charged rod X is brought near an uncharged metal sphere Y and is then touched by a finger with X still in place. When the finger is removed, the result is that Y has
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Ibeere 32 Ìròyìn
Electrical appliances in homes are normally earthed so that
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Electrical appliances in homes are normally earthed so that a person touching the appliances is safe from electric shock. Earthing provides a safety mechanism by connecting the metal case of an electrical appliance to the earth through a conductor. In the event of a fault in the appliance, such as a short circuit, the current will flow through the earth wire instead of the person's body, preventing electric shock. By connecting the metal case of an appliance to the earth, the potential difference (PD) between the appliance and the earth is reduced to zero, ensuring that the appliance is maintained at a lower PD than the earth. Therefore, "the appliances are maintained at a lower pd than the earth" is the correct answer.
Ibeere 33 Ìròyìn
The process by which protons are converted into helium atoms with a tremendous release of energy is called?
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The process by which protons are converted into helium atoms with a tremendous release of energy is called "thermonuclear fusion". In this process, two light atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing a huge amount of energy in the form of light and heat. This is the same process that powers the sun and other stars. The high temperatures and pressures required for fusion to occur can only be achieved in stars or in controlled environments such as fusion reactors. Thermonuclear fusion is different from nuclear fission, which is the process of splitting a heavy nucleus into lighter nuclei with the release of energy. Thermionic emission and photoelectric emission are different processes that involve the emission of electrons from a material due to heating or exposure to light, respectively.
Ibeere 34 Ìròyìn
A 40W instrument has a resistance 90 Ohms. On what voltage should it be operated normally
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To calculate the voltage needed for a 40W instrument with a resistance of 90 Ohms, we can use the formula: Voltage = √(Power x Resistance) Plugging in the given values, we get: Voltage = √(40W x 90Ω) Voltage = √(3600) Voltage = 60V Therefore, the instrument should be operated at 60V to generate 40W of power with a resistance of 90 Ohms. The correct answer is, 60V.
Ibeere 35 Ìròyìn
For what values of F and ? will the forces shown in the diagram below be in equilibrium.
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Resolve vertically, 40cos? = 20, ? = 60o
Resolve horizontally, f = 40sin? = 40sin60o
= 40(?32
)
= 20?3 N
Ibeere 37 Ìròyìn
A force of 5N acts at a point Y on a rod XYZ as shown in this diagram. If XYZ is 2m, what is the moment of the force about point X?
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To find the moment of the force about point X, we need to first understand what moment is. Moment is the turning effect of a force around a pivot point. It is calculated by multiplying the force by the perpendicular distance between the pivot point and the line of action of the force. In this case, the force of 5N is acting on the rod at point Y. To find the moment of this force about point X, we need to find the perpendicular distance between point X and the line of action of the force. From the diagram, we can see that the perpendicular distance between point X and the line of action of the force is 2m (the length of the rod). So, the moment of the force about point X is: Moment = force x perpendicular distance = 5N x 2m = 10Nm Therefore, the correct answer is: 10Nm.
Ibeere 38 Ìròyìn
When a known standard resistor of 2.0 is connected to the 0.0cm end of a meter bridge, the balance point is found to be at 55.0cm. What is the value of the unknown resistor?
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A meter bridge is an instrument used to measure the unknown resistance of a conductor. The meter bridge consists of a long resistance wire AB of uniform cross-sectional area and a battery of known voltage connected across its ends. A galvanometer is connected across a point C on the wire, which is called the null point or balance point.
When a known standard resistor of 2.0 ohms is connected to the 0.0cm end of the meter bridge wire, the balance point is found to be at 55.0cm. This means that the resistance of the unknown resistor is equal to the resistance of a portion of the meter bridge wire between the 0.0cm and the 55.0cm point.
To find the value of the unknown resistor, we can use the principle of the Wheatstone bridge, which states that the ratio of the resistances in the two arms of a balanced bridge is equal.
Let R be the resistance of the unknown resistor, then we have:
R/2.0 = (100 - 55.0)/55.0
Simplifying this expression, we get:
R = 2.0 x (100 - 55.0)/55.0
R = 1.64 ohms
Therefore, the value of the unknown resistor is 1.64 ohms.
Ibeere 39 Ìròyìn
The process whereby a liquid turns spontaneously into vapour is called
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The process whereby a liquid turns spontaneously into vapor is called evaporation. Evaporation is the process by which a liquid changes into a gas at a temperature below its boiling point. This happens when the molecules of the liquid gain enough energy to escape from the surface of the liquid into the air as a gas. The rate of evaporation depends on factors such as the temperature, the humidity of the air, and the surface area of the liquid. For example, a shallow pool of water will evaporate faster than a deep one because it has a larger surface area. Boiling, on the other hand, is the process by which a liquid changes into a gas at its boiling point. This happens when the pressure of the gas generated by the boiling liquid is equal to the atmospheric pressure. The temperature remains constant during boiling. Regelation and sublimation are different processes altogether. Regelation is the process by which a solid changes into a liquid when it is subjected to pressure. Sublimation is the process by which a solid changes directly into a gas, bypassing the liquid state.
Ibeere 40 Ìròyìn
A particle of mass M initially at rest splits into two. If one of the particles of mass M1 moves with velocity V1 , the second particle moves with velocity
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When a particle of mass M splits into two, the total mass is conserved, and so the sum of the masses of the two resulting particles must be equal to M. If one of the particles of mass M1 moves with velocity V1, we can use the law of conservation of momentum to determine the velocity of the second particle. The law of conservation of momentum states that the total momentum of a system of particles remains constant if no external forces act on the system. In this case, the initial momentum of the system is zero, since the particle was initially at rest. After the particle splits, the momentum of the system is the sum of the momenta of the two resulting particles. Let's use the subscript 1 to represent the first particle of mass M1 and the subscript 2 to represent the second particle of mass M-M1. By conservation of momentum, we have: 0 = M1*V1 + (M - M1)*V2 Solving for V2, we get: V2 = -M1/M*(V1) Therefore, the second particle moves in the opposite direction with velocity -M1/M*(V1). This means that the two particles move in opposite directions, with the ratio of their velocities determined by the ratio of their masses. Option (D) in the table shows the correct answer, which is -M1/M*(V1).
