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Physics Past Questions and Answers

Jamb Physics Questions

Question 21:
Which of the following is NOT an example of elementary modern ?
  • A Classical mechanics
  • B Quantum mechanics
  • C Special relativity
  • D Nuclear physics
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Question 22:
Which of the following is an example of a couple?
  • A All of the above.
  • B The forces that are applied to the handle of a screwdriver when you twist it.
  • C The forces that are applied to a cross wench to loosen or tighten the lug nuts on a wheel of a car.
  • D The forces that are applied to the steering wheel of a car when you turn it.
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Question 23:
A positively charged particle is placed near a negatively charged particle. What is the direction of the electric force between the two particles?
  • A The electric force is directed from the negative particle to the positive particle.
  • B The electric force is zero.
  • C The direction of the electric force cannot be determined.
  • D The electric force is directed from the positive particle to the negative particle.
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Question 24:
When a water droplet is placed on a freshly cut piece of wood, it spreads out to form a thin layer because the wood is
  • A Not at equilibrium with the water
  • B Cohesive to water
  • C At equilibrium with the water
  • D Adhesive to water
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Question 25:
Which of the following statements is correct about the angle of dip at various points on Earth?
  • A The angle of dip is zero at the equator and 90 degrees at the magnetic poles.
  • B The angle of dip is greater at higher altitudes than at lower altitudes
  • C The angle of dip is positive in the northern hemisphere and negative in the southern hemisphere.
  • D The angle of dip is constant at all points on Earth
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