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UTME / JAMB 2024
Energy and Power
Diagram
Solution
The value of R in the above circuit to make the galvanometer measure 2A is
Attached Figure / Diagram
A
0.128\(\Omega\)
B
0.256\(\Omega\)
C
0.612\(\Omega\)
D
1.00\(\Omega\)
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Given: I\(_g\) = 50mA = 0.05A, I to be measured = 2A, r = 2\(\Omega\), I\(_s\) = I - I\(_g\) = 2 - 0.05 = 1.95A
Shunt(R) = \(\frac{I_g}{I_s}\) x r
R = \(\frac{0.05}{1.95}\) x 10 = 0.2564\(\Omega\)
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70495)
Physics
UTME / JAMB 2024
Energy and Power
Solution
A particular household utilizes three electrical appliances for six hours daily if the appliances are rated 80W, 100W, and 120W respectively. Calculate the electrical bills paid monthly if an average month is 31 days. [1kwh = #24.08k]
A
₦ 2843.22k
B
₦ 1950.22k
C
₦ 1343.66k
D
₦ 46.23k
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Total power consumption = 80 + 100 + 120 = 300W
P in KW = 0.3KW
Energy consumed = 0.3 x 6 = 1.8KWh
Monthly energy consumption = 1.8 x 31 = 55.8KWh
Cost of Monthly energy usage = 55.8 x 24.08 = #1343.664k ( since 1kwh = #24.08k)
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70531)
Physics
UTME / JAMB 2024
Simple Ac Circuit
Solution
In a series resonant circuit, the current flowing in the circuit is
A
maximum
B
minimum
C
zero
D
unaffected
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
At resonance, the circuit's impedance is at its lowest (equal to the resistance), which results in the highest current flow. This condition is achieved when the inductive reactance and capacitive reactance are equal, causing them to cancel each other out.
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70413)
Physics
UTME / JAMB 2024
Simple Ac Circuit
Solution
What is the inductance reactance of a coil of 7H when connected to a 50Hz a.c circuit?
A
2200\(\Omega\)
B
2000\(\Omega\)
C
1200\(\Omega\)
D
1100\(\Omega\)
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
X\(_L\) = 2\(\pi\)fL
L = 7H, f = 50Hz
X\(_L\) = 2 x 3.142 x 7 x 50 = 2199.40 \(\approxeq\) 2200\(\Omega\)
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70433)
Physics
UTME / JAMB 2024
Simple Ac Circuit
Solution
The unit of impedance is
A
\(\Omega\)
B
T
C
H
D
W
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Impedance is a measure of how much a circuit opposes the flow of alternating current (AC). It combines both resistance (the real part) and reactance (the imaginary part) of a circuit component or network. Impedance is denoted by the symbol and is measured in ohms (\Omega).
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70662)
Physics
UTME / JAMB 2024
Simple Ac Circuit
Diagram
Solution
Using the circuit above, at resonance
Attached Figure / Diagram
A
V\(_L\) = V\(_R\)
B
V\(_R\) = V\(_R\)
C
V\(_L\) = V\(_L\)
D
V\(_L\) = V\(_C\)
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
At resonance, the inductive reactance (V\(_L\) ) equals the capacitive reactance (V\(_C\)), causing the voltages across the inductor and capacitor to be equal in magnitude but opposite in phase.
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70694)
Physics
WAEC / WASSCE 2024
Simple Ac Circuit
Diagram
Solution
A constant voltage source supplies a sinusoidal alternating e.m.f. The voltage marked against the components are their peak values. Determine the peak value of the applied e.m.f
Attached Figure / Diagram
A
1V
B
4V
C
5V
D
2V
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Effective voltage in an RLC circuit is given by V = \(\sqrt{V_R^2 + (V_L - V_C)^2}\)
V = \(\sqrt{3^2 + (6 - 2)^2}\) = \(\sqrt{3^2 + 4^2}\) = \(\sqrt{9 + 16}\)
= 5V
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #72054)
Physics
WAEC / WASSCE 2024
Simple Ac Circuit
Solution
A 2 μF capacitor is connected directly across a 150 V\(_{rms}\), 60 Hz A.C source. Calculate the r m s value of the current.
A
0.113 A
B
0.160 A
C
150 A
D
1324 A
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
X\(_c\) = \(\frac{1}{2\pi FC}\)
X\(_c\) = \(\frac{1}{2 \times 3.142 \times 60 \times 2 \times 10^{-6}}\)
X\(_c\) = 1326.1192\(\Omega\)
I = \(\frac{\text{V}}{X_c}\)
I = \(\frac{150}{1326.1192}\) = 0.113A
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #72056)
Physics
UTME / JAMB 2024
Structure of the Atom
Solution
The energy of light of frequency 2.0 x 10\(^{15}\)Hz is (h = 6.63 x 10\(^{-34}\)Js)
A
3.33 x 10\(^{-18}\)J
B
1.33 x 10\(^{-18}\)J
C
1.33 x 10\(^{-19}\)J
D
3.33 x 10\(^{-19}\)J
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
To calculate the energy of light, we can use the formula:
E = h x f
h = 6.63 x 10\(^{-34}\)Js
f = 2.0 x 10\(^{15}\)Hz
E = 6.63 x 10\(^{-34}\) x 2.0 x 10\(^{15}\) = 1.326 x 10\(^{-18}\)J
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70408)
Physics
UTME / JAMB 2024
Structure of the Atom
Solution
An electron falls from an energy level of -5.44eV to another energy level, E. If the emitted photon is of wavelength 5.68 x 10\(^{-6}\)m, calculate the energy change. [ Plank's constant = 6.63 x 10\(^{-34}\)Js, emitted radiation speed = 3.0 x 10\(^8\)ms\(^{-1}\)]
A
1.49 x 10\(^{-20}\)J
B
1.49 x 10\(^{-19}\)J
C
3.49 x 10\(^{-20}\)J
D
3.49 x 10\(^{-19}\)J
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Energy of the emitted photon(E) = \(\frac{\text{hc}}{\lambda}\)
\(\lambda\) = 5.68 x 10\(^{-6}\)m
h = 6.63 x 10\(^{-34}\)Js
c = 3.0 x 10\(^8\)ms\(^{-1}\)
E =\(\frac{(6.63\times 10^{-34}) \times (3.0 x 10^8)}{5.68\times 10^{-6}}\) = \(\frac{1.989\times 10^{-25}}{5.68\times 10^{-6}}\)
E = 3.50 x 10\(^{-20}\)J
Therefore, the energy change = 3.50 x 10\(^{-20}\)J
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70480)
Physics
UTME / JAMB 2024
Structure of the Atom
Solution
Infra-red thermometers work by detecting the
A
radiation from the body and converting it to temperature
B
conduction of heat from the body
C
convective air pulse from the body
D
absorption of heat by the body
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Infrared thermometers work by detecting the infrared radiation emitted by objects. They measure this radiation to determine the object's temperature without direct contact.
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70672)
Physics
UTME / JAMB 2024
Structure of the Atom
Solution
Photometer is used to measure
A
Kinetic energy of liberated electrons
B
Intensity of light
C
frequency of light
D
wavelength of light
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
A photometer is used to measure the intensity of light.
Photometers can determine the brightness of light sources, compare light intensity from different sources, or measure the amount of light reaching a specific point. They are commonly used in photography, astronomy, and various scientific applications to ensure proper lighting conditions
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #70693)
Physics
WAEC / WASSCE 2024
Structure of the Atom
Solution
What are cathode rays?
A
Stream of electrons
B
Beam of neutrons
C
Beam of protons
D
Stream of alpha particles
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Cathode rays are streams of electrons emitted from the cathode (negative electrode) in a vacuum tube. Cathode rays can be deflected by magnetic and electric fields, demonstrating their charge and nature as electrons.
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #72012)
Physics
WAEC / WASSCE 2024
Structure of the Atom
Solution
Light of energy 1.12 x 10\(^{-18}\) J is incident on a metal of ejected electrons with maximum energy of 8.0 x 10\(^{-19}\)J. Calculate the threshold frequency of the metal. [h = 6.626 x 10\(^{-34}\)Js]
A
4.8 x 10\(^{14}\)Hz
B
1.2 x 10\(^{15}\)Hz
C
1.7 x 10\(^{15}\)Hz
D
2.8 x 10\(^{15}\)Hz
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
E = hf + W\(_o\)
E = 1.12 x 10\(^{-18}\)J
Max. Energy = 8.0 x 10\(^{-19}\)J.
W\(_o\) = E - Max. Energy = 1.12 x 10\(^{-18}\)J - 8.0 x 10\(^{-19}\)J. = 3.2 x 10\(^{-19}\)J.
But W\(_o\) = hf\(_o\)
f\(_o\) = \(\frac{W_o}{h}\) = \(\frac{3.2 \times 10^{-19}}{6.626 \times 10^{-34}}\) = 4.83 x 10\(^{14}\)Hz
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #72058)
Physics
WAEC / WASSCE 2024
Structure of the Atom
Solution
(a) Mention three facts about photoelectric effect
(b) An electric magnetic radiation source of power 6 x 10\(^{-3}\) W emits 1 x 10\(^{16}\) photons per second. The most energetic photo electron ejected from a metal surface is stopped by a potential difference of 2.2V. Calculate the work function of the metal. [ mass of (photon) electrons 9.1 x 10\(^{-31}\) kg, e = 1.6 x 10\(^{-19}\) C]
(c) State two factors on which the activity of a radioactive sample depends
(d) Cobalt-60 source has an activity of 2.0 x 10\(^6\) Bq and a half-life of 1.8 x 10\(^8\)s. Calculate the number of radioisotope nuclei in the source.
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
(a) electrons are only emitted when the photon frequency exceeds the threshold frequency,
- the energy of each photon is proportional to its frequency,
- the emission of photoelectrons depends on the frequency of incident light on the metal,
- the intensity of light does not affect the energy of the electrons emitted/photoelectrons,
- the energy of the photoelectron depends on the frequency of incident radiation.
(b) Given: P = 6 x 10\(^{-3}\) W, no of photons per seconds = 1 x 10\(^{16}\), m\(_e\) = 9.1 x 10\(^{-31}\) kg, e = 1.6 x 10\(^{-19}\) C, W\(_o\) = ?
Photon Energy E = \(\frac{\text{power}}{\text{no of photons per second}}\) = \(\frac{\text{P}}{\text{n}}\)
= \(\frac{6.0 \times 10^{-3}}{1 \times 10^{16}}\)
= 6 x 10\(^{-19}\)J
But K.E = E + W\(_o\)
W\(_o\) = E - K.E = E - eV
W\(_o\) = 6 x 10\(^{-19}\) - 2.2 x (1.6 x 10\(^{-19}\)) = 2.48 x 10\(^{-9}\)J
(c) Factors on which radioactive activity depends are: (i) decay constant, (ii) number of unstable nuclei present at a given time (iii) time of the decay process (iv) environmental conditions, (v) type of radioisotope, etc
(d) Given: A = 2.0 x 10\(^6\)Bq, t\(_{\frac{1}{2}}\) = 1.8 x 10\(^8\)s
A = \(\lambda\)N, where \(\lambda\) = decay constant, N = number of radioactive nuclei, A = activity.
But \(\lambda\) = \(\frac{In(2)}{t_{\frac{1}{2}}}\)
\(\lambda\) = \(\frac{In(2)}{1.8 \times 10^8}\) ≈ \(\frac{0.693}{1.8 \times 10^8}\) ≈ 3.85 x 10\(^{-9}\)s\(^{-1}\)
Recall, A = \(\lambda\)N
N = \(\frac{A}{\lambda}\) = \(\frac{2.0 \times 10^6}{3.85 \times 10^{-9}}\) = 5.2 x 10\(^{14}\) nuclei
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #72095)