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Question 101:
If the linear expansivity of a metal rod is \(4 \times 10^{-5}\) per \({ }^{\circ} C\), what will be the new length of the rod if it is heated from \(15^{\circ} C\) to \(95^{\circ} C\) from its original length of \(20 cm\)
  • A \(0.064 cm\)
  • B \(0.64 cm\)
  • C \(20.64 cm\)
  • D \(20.064 cm\)
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Question 102:
The heat required to melt ice at \(0^{\circ} C\) to water at the same temperature is called ____________
  • A Apparent heat of fusion
  • B Apparent heat of vaporization
  • C Latent heat of vaporization
  • D Latent heat of fusion
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Question 103:
Which of the following is used in a nuclear reactor to slow down fast moving electrons?
  • A Carbon dioxide gas
  • B Liquid sodium metal
  • C Concrete shield
  • D Graphite rods.
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Question 104:
Calculate the power-rating of a heating element which melted in \(20 g\) of ice at \(0^{\circ} C\). and raised the temperature of the resulting water to \(60^{\circ} C\) in 2 minutes Specific latent heat of fusion of ice \(=340 V / g\) Specific heat capacity of water \(=4.2 J / 9^{\circ} C\)
  • A \(5.92 kw\)
  • B \(98.6 w\)
  • C \(107 w\)
  • D \(42 w\)
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Question 105:
If a man cannot see objects very close to him the following can be used to correct the problem.
  • A Convex lens
  • B Convex mirro
  • C Concave lens
  • D Concave mirro
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