The Physics Issues in Science

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Which of the following is not a fundamental force in physics?

  1. Gravitational force

  2. Electromagnetic force

  3. Weak nuclear force

  4. Strong nuclear force

  5. Frictional force


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Frictional force is not a fundamental force in physics. It is an emergent force that arises due to the interaction of objects with surfaces.

What is the SI unit of mass?

  1. Kilogram

  2. Gram

  3. Pound

  4. Ounce

  5. Carat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The SI unit of mass is kilogram (kg).

Which of the following is a scalar quantity?

  1. Displacement

  2. Velocity

  3. Acceleration

  4. Temperature

  5. Force


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Temperature is a scalar quantity as it has only magnitude and no direction.

What is the formula for calculating the kinetic energy of an object?

  1. $E_k = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$

  2. $E_k = mv$

  3. $E_k = \frac{1}{2}m^2v$

  4. $E_k = mv^3$

  5. $E_k = \frac{1}{2}mv^4$


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The formula for calculating the kinetic energy of an object is $E_k = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$, where $m$ is the mass of the object and $v$ is its velocity.

What is the law of conservation of energy?

  1. Energy can be created or destroyed.

  2. Energy can be transferred from one form to another.

  3. Energy can be stored but not used.

  4. Energy can be lost but not gained.

  5. Energy is always constant.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The law of conservation of energy states that energy can be transferred from one form to another, but it cannot be created or destroyed.

Which of the following is an example of a wave?

  1. Sound

  2. Light

  3. Heat

  4. Electricity

  5. Magnetism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sound is an example of a wave as it involves the propagation of mechanical energy through a medium.

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

  1. The range of wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation.

  2. The range of frequencies of electromagnetic radiation.

  3. The range of energies of electromagnetic radiation.

  4. The range of intensities of electromagnetic radiation.

  5. The range of polarizations of electromagnetic radiation.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation.

Which of the following is not a type of electromagnetic radiation?

  1. Gamma rays

  2. X-rays

  3. Ultraviolet rays

  4. Infrared rays

  5. Radio waves


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Radio waves are not a type of electromagnetic radiation, but rather a type of mechanical wave.

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

  1. $3 \times 10^8 \text{ m/s}$

  2. $2 \times 10^8 \text{ m/s}$

  3. $4 \times 10^8 \text{ m/s}$

  4. $5 \times 10^8 \text{ m/s}$

  5. $6 \times 10^8 \text{ m/s}$


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The speed of light in a vacuum is $3 \times 10^8 \text{ m/s}$.

Which of the following is an example of a nuclear reaction?

  1. Burning of wood

  2. Rusting of iron

  3. Photosynthesis

  4. Nuclear fission

  5. Nuclear fusion


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nuclear fission is an example of a nuclear reaction as it involves the splitting of atomic nuclei.

What is the SI unit of electric current?

  1. Ampere

  2. Volt

  3. Ohm

  4. Coulomb

  5. Watt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The SI unit of electric current is ampere (A).

Which of the following is not a type of electric circuit?

  1. Series circuit

  2. Parallel circuit

  3. Open circuit

  4. Closed circuit

  5. Short circuit


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

An open circuit is not a type of electric circuit as it does not provide a complete path for the flow of electric current.

What is the formula for calculating the resistance of a conductor?

  1. $R = \frac{V}{I}$

  2. $R = \frac{I}{V}$

  3. $R = \frac{V^2}{I}$

  4. $R = \frac{I^2}{V}$

  5. $R = \frac{V}{I^2}$


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The formula for calculating the resistance of a conductor is $R = \frac{V}{I}$, where $V$ is the voltage across the conductor and $I$ is the current flowing through it.

Which of the following is an example of a semiconductor?

  1. Silicon

  2. Germanium

  3. Gallium arsenide

  4. Copper

  5. Aluminum


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Silicon is an example of a semiconductor.

What is the difference between a conductor and an insulator?

  1. Conductors allow electric current to flow easily, while insulators do not.

  2. Conductors have high resistance, while insulators have low resistance.

  3. Conductors are made of metals, while insulators are made of non-metals.

  4. Conductors are used in electrical circuits, while insulators are not.

  5. All of the above.


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

All of the above statements are true.

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