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Generated on August 4, 2024
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1 Are water waves mechanical or electromagnetic? Why?
Mechanical, because they require a medium to propagate
Electromagnetic, because they can travel through a vacuum
Mechanical, because they are visible to the human eye
Electromagnetic, because they decrease in amplitude over distance
2 What is the relationship between liquid pressure and its depth?
Pressure increases with depth.
Pressure remains the same at all depths.
Pressure depends on the density of the liquid.
Pressure is independent of depth.
3 What do logic gates do in digital circuits?
Control current flow
Perform logical operations on binary inputs
Store data
Amplify signals
4 What is Physics?
The study of living organisms
The study of matter and energy
The study of ancient civilizations
The study of languages
5 What do vectors and scalars have in common? How do they differ?
Vectors and scalars both have magnitude and direction. They differ in that vectors have
both, while scalars only have magnitude.
Vectors and scalars both have magnitude. They differ in that vectors have magnitude only,
while scalars have both magnitude and direction.
Vectors and scalars both have direction. They differ in that vectors have direction only,
while scalars have both magnitude and direction.
Vectors and scalars both have magnitude. They differ in that vectors have both magnitude
and direction, while scalars have magnitude only.
6 When should we use the polygon law of vector addition?
When adding more than two vectors
When adding two perpendicular vectors
When adding two parallel vectors
None of the above
7 What is the near point of a normal eye?
10 cm
15 cm
20 cm
25 cm
8 Which teaching method involves comparing an unknown concept with a known concept to bring
about conceptual change in students?
Concept maps
Simulation
Conceptual change text
Analogy
9 What is the spontaneous emission of particles or radiation from unstable atomic nuclei called?
Radiation therapy
Nuclear decay
Particle acceleration
Nuclear fusion
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10 What happens to the image on the screen if half of the convex lens is covered with a piece of card?
The image is unaffected
The image is distorted
The image is enlarged
The image disappears
11 What is the purpose of drawing a concept map on physical quantities or measurement lesson?
To waste time
To confuse others
To summarize learning
To show off
12 How does distance affect gravitational force according to Newton's law of universal gravitation?
It has no effect
It decreases the force
It increases the force
It changes the direction of the force
13 Which circuit is suitable for electric wiring in a house?
Series circuit
Parallel circuit
Combination circuit
It doesn't matter
14 What has happened to magnetic north since it was first located in the early 19th century? How has the
field changed in the past two centuries?
Magnetic north has shifted towards the geographic north
The magnetic field strength has increased
The magnetic north has remained constant
The magnetic field has weakened over time
15 What is the main idea behind the concept of static equilibrium?
The object is moving at a constant velocity
The object is accelerating
There is no net force or net torque acting on the object
The object is rotating at a constant speed
16 What is the purpose of a lever?
To generate energy
To reduce the amount of force needed
To amplify energy output beyond input
To operate at 100% efficiency
17 Why are cooking pots made of materials like copper or cast iron preferable for cooking?
They are cheaper materials
They conduct heat quickly
They have low specific heat capacities
They are lightweight
18 What is the optimal angle for projectiles?
30 degrees
45 degrees
60 degrees
90 degrees
19 What is thrust force?
The weight of the liquid causes pressure in the container
The upward buoyant force that is exerted on a body immersed in a fluid
Liquid pressure increases with depth
Liquid exerts pressure on the sides of the container
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20 According to Kepler's third law, what does the square of a planet's orbital period relate to?
The planet's mass
The planet's distance from the Sun
The planet's speed
The planet's density
21 What is the force applied to a material to measure its elasticity called?
Stress
Strain
Pressure
Tension
22 In the solar system model analogy, what does the sun represent?
Electrons
Nucleus
Protons
Neutrons
23 What does the magnitude of the force in uniform circular motion depend on?
The mass of the object
The speed of the object
The radius of the circle
The direction of motion
24 What is the axis of rotation in a spinning object?
The direction of motion
The center of mass
The line defined by the centers of all circular paths
The rotational axis
25 What are some common misconceptions related to heat capacity?
Heat capacity is constant
Heat capacity determines how shiny a substance appears
Heat capacity is related to the color of a substance
Heat capacity is a measure of a substance's ability to float
26 What force causes the build-up of electrically charged particles in a cloud?
Friction
Gravity
Magnetism
Inertia
27 What happens if the positions of ammeter and voltmeter are interchanged in a circuit?
Short circuit
Open circuit
No effect
None of the above
28 What determines the properties of the image produced by a convex lens?
The color of the object
The location of the object
The shape of the lens
The material of the lens
29 What happens to the electrostatic force when the magnitude of the same charges doubled?
Increases
Decreases
Stays the same
Becomes zero
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30 What is the difference between density and specific gravity?
Density is the mass of an object per unit volume, while specific gravity is the comparison of
an object's density to the density of water
Density is the weight of an object, while specific gravity is the volume of an object
Density is the size of an object, while specific gravity is the weight of an object
Density is the mass of an object per unit volume, while specific gravity is the comparison of
an object's weight to its volume
31 What is the role of technology in our daily life?
Technology is irrelevant in our daily routines
Technology enhances connectivity and productivity
We can live without technology
Technology benefits only specific group of people
32 What are the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors?
Intrinsic semiconductors are pure semiconductors, Extrinsic semiconductors are doped
semiconductors.
Intrinsic semiconductors have impurities, Extrinsic semiconductors are pure semiconductors.
Intrinsic semiconductors are doped semiconductors, Extrinsic semiconductors are pure
semiconductors.
Intrinsic semiconductors have high conductivity, Extrinsic semiconductors have low
conductivity.
33 How can the amplitude change when waves interfere constructively?
Decreases
Stays the same
Increases
Disappears
34 What is the slope of the initial linear portion of the stress vs strain curve called?
Elastic limit
Young's Modulus
Breaking point
Tensile strength
35 How do fundamental and derived quantities relate to the International System of Units?
Fundamental quantities are used in the International System of Units, while derived
quantities are not
The International System of Units is based on derived quantities only
Both fundamental and derived quantities are used to define the standard units in the
International System of Units
The International System of Units does not use fundamental or derived quantities
36 In which scenario is static friction involved?
Pushing a heavy box across a room
A car sliding on a wet road
Skier going down a snowy hill
A person trying to start a fire by rubbing two sticks
37 What happens if expansion joints are missing in bridges and highways?
The structure becomes more stable
The structure becomes shorter
The structure may crack or warp
The structure expands uniformly
38 Which scenario exhibits uniformly accelerated motion?
A bird flying in a straight line
A rock falling from a cliff
A boat sailing on a calm lake
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A car parked in a garage
39 What is the first step in solving problems related to static equilibrium?
Draw a free-body diagram showing all the forces acting on the object
Identify the object to be analyzed
Evaluate the expressions for the unknown quantities
Simplify and solve the system of equations for equilibrium
40 What color does a person see when all RGB sliders are all the way up?
ed
reen
lue
hite
41 Which factor is essential to consider when calculating kinetic and potential energies?
Time
Mass
Distance
Force
42 What determines the stability of the atomic nucleus?
Number of electrons
Number of protons
Number of neutrons
Number of positrons
43 What is the relationship between force and acceleration?
Force and acceleration are unrelated
Force always accelerates an object
The net force acting on an object determines its acceleration
Acceleration affects the force acting on an object
44 What is the common misconception related to uniform circular motion?
Objects in circular motion do not accelerate.
Objects in circular motion constantly change speed.
Objects in circular motion have no force acting on them.
Objects in circular motion move in straight lines.
45 How can technology enhance education?
By creating barriers to learning
By providing personalized learning opportunities
By limiting student engagement
By discouraging collaboration
46 What can affect the accuracy of calorimetry measurements?
Pressure
The color of the substance
The heat capacity of the calorimeter
The shape of the container
47 Which device is used to measure small lengths with high precision?
Ruler
Vernier caliper
Tape measure
Scale
48 What is the difference between instantaneous speed and average speed?
Instantaneous speed is the speed of an object over a period of time, while average speed is
the speed at a specific instant.
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Instantaneous speed is the average speed of an object, while average speed is the speed at
rest.
Instantaneous speed is the max speed an object can reach, while average speed is the speed
over a distance.
Instantaneous speed is the speed at a specific instant, while average speed is the speed over a
period of time.
49 What happens to the apparent weight of an object when submerged in a fluid?
Apparent weight increases.
Apparent weight decreases.
Apparent weight remains the same.
Apparent weight becomes zero.
50 What are the misconceptions associated when you teach combination of resistors?
Higher resistance leads to lower current
Lower resistance leads to higher current
Resistors do not affect current
Resistors do not affect voltage
51 Which of the following activities can help understand uniform motion better?
Watching a rocket launch
Observing a car in traffic
Flying a kite
Swimming in a pool
52 What is the magnetic force experienced by a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic field?
It depends on the length of the wire
It depends on the angle between the wire and the field
It depends on the current in the wire
It depends on the strength of the magnetic field
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