JAMB UTME - Physics - 2019
Ibeere 1 Ìròyìn
A microscope is focused on a mark on a table, when the mark is covered by a plate of glass 2m thick, the microscope has to be raised 0.67cm for the mark to be once more in focus. Calculate the refractive index.
Awọn alaye Idahun
R = th = 2cm, d = 0.67cm
| n | = | RA | = | RR.d | = | 22-0.67 | = | 1.52 |
Ibeere 2 Ìròyìn
The following are parts of the eye
I. Retina
II. Pupil
III. Iris
The correct equivalent in the camera in the same order are
Awọn alaye Idahun
- retina is similar to film
- pupil is similar to aperture
- iris is similar to diaphragm
Ibeere 3 Ìròyìn
Which of the following media allow the transmission of sound waves through them?
I. air
II. liquid
III. solids
Awọn alaye Idahun
Sound waves are disturbances in a medium that propagate through the medium and transfer energy from one point to another. The transmission of sound waves depends on the physical properties of the medium, including its elasticity and density. Air (Option I) is a gas that is compressible and has a relatively low density, which makes it an excellent medium for transmitting sound waves. Liquids (Option II) are also able to transmit sound waves, although the speed of sound in liquids is slower than in gases because liquids are more dense and less compressible. Solids (Option III) are able to transmit sound waves as well, but their density and elasticity make them more rigid, which means that sound waves in solids tend to be transmitted as elastic waves or mechanical waves, rather than as acoustic waves. Therefore, the correct answer is "I, II, and III".
Ibeere 4 Ìròyìn
The diagram shows four positions of the bob of a simple pendulum. At which of these positions does the bob have maximum kinetic energy and minimum potential energy
Awọn alaye Idahun
At position 1, the bob of the simple pendulum has the maximum potential energy and zero kinetic energy. At position 4, the bob has the maximum kinetic energy and minimum potential energy. To understand this, we need to know that the energy of a simple pendulum is converted back and forth between kinetic energy and potential energy as it swings back and forth. When the bob is at its highest point (position 1), it has the maximum potential energy because it is farthest from the ground and has the most potential to move downward. At this point, the bob has zero kinetic energy because it is momentarily at rest. As the bob swings downward towards the equilibrium point, it gains speed and its potential energy is converted to kinetic energy. At the equilibrium point (position 2), the bob has equal amounts of kinetic and potential energy. As the bob continues to move downward, its potential energy decreases and its kinetic energy increases. At position 3, the bob has minimum potential energy and some amount of kinetic energy. At the lowest point of its swing (position 4), the bob has maximum kinetic energy because it is moving at its fastest speed. At this point, the bob has minimum potential energy because it is closest to the ground and has the least amount of potential to move downward. So, to summarize, the bob has maximum potential energy at position 1, equal amounts of kinetic and potential energy at position 2, minimum potential energy at position 3, and maximum kinetic energy at position 4.
Ibeere 5 Ìròyìn
An a.c of 1A at a frequency of 800 cycles per second flows through a coil, the inductance of which is 2.5mH and the resistance of which is 5Ω. What is the power absorbed in the Coil?
Awọn alaye Idahun
I = 1A, F = 800 cycles/s = 800Hz
R = 5Ω, L = 2.5mH
P = I2
R = I2
× 5 = 5W
Ibeere 6 Ìròyìn
The limiting frictional force between two surfaces depends on
I. the normal reaction between the surfaces
II. the area of surface in contact
III. the relative velocity between the surfaces
IV. the nature of the surfaces
Awọn alaye Idahun
- Friction depends on the nature of the surfaces in contact
- Solid friction is independent of the area of the surfaces in contact and the relative velocity between the surfaces.
Ibeere 7 Ìròyìn
The limiting frictional force between two surface depends on
I. the normal reaction between the surfaces
II. the area of surface in contact
III. the relative velocity between the surfaces
IV. the nature of the surface
Awọn alaye Idahun
The correct answer is "I and IV only". The limiting frictional force between two surfaces depends on the normal reaction between the surfaces (I) and the nature of the surface (IV). The normal reaction is the force that the surfaces exert on each other perpendicular to the plane of contact. The greater the normal reaction, the greater the frictional force that can be applied before motion occurs. The nature of the surface is determined by factors such as roughness, hardness, and texture, which can affect the frictional force. The area of surface in contact (II) does not directly affect the limiting frictional force, although it can affect the force required to initiate motion. For example, if the area of contact is small, the pressure between the surfaces will be higher, making it harder to initiate motion. The relative velocity between the surfaces (III) also does not directly affect the limiting frictional force, although it can affect the force required to maintain motion. If the surfaces are already in motion, a lower force may be required to keep them moving than to initiate motion. In summary, the limiting frictional force between two surfaces depends primarily on the normal reaction and the nature of the surface, and is not directly affected by the area of contact or the relative velocity between the surfaces.
Ibeere 8 Ìròyìn
The pin-hole camera produces a less sharply defined image when the
Awọn alaye Idahun
The pin-hole camera produces a less sharply defined image when the pin-hole is larger. A pin-hole camera works by allowing light to pass through a small hole (the pin-hole) and project an inverted image of the outside world onto a screen or surface located behind the hole. The smaller the pin-hole, the sharper the resulting image, as light passing through a smaller hole produces less diffraction or spreading out of the light. When the pin-hole is larger, more light enters the camera, but the light rays also become more scattered, resulting in a less well-defined image. This is because the larger opening allows more light rays to enter at different angles, creating a wider range of paths that the light can take as it travels through the camera and onto the screen. As a result, the image is less clear and less defined, with less sharp edges and more blurring. is the correct answer because it correctly identifies the effect of a larger pin-hole on the image produced by the pin-hole camera. less illumination, would actually produce a dimmer image, but it would not affect the sharpness or definition of the image. the distance of the screen from the pin-hole, and the distance of the object from the pin-hole, would affect the size of the image and the scale of the objects, but they would not affect the sharpness or definition of the image.
Ibeere 9 Ìròyìn
When the temperature of a liquid is increased, its surface tension
Awọn alaye Idahun
Surface tension or elasticity of a fluid decreases with increased in temperature
Ibeere 10 Ìròyìn
The height at which the atmosphere cases to exist is about 80km. If the atmospheric pressure on the ground level is 760mmHg, the pressure at a height of 20km above the ground level is
(ρm = 13.6g/cm3 ρ = 0.00013g/cm3 )
Awọn alaye Idahun
ρm
hm
= ρa
ha
13.68(760 - p) × 10−3
= 13 × 10−5
(20 × 103
)
| 760 | - | p | = | 13 × 10−5 × 20 × 103 13.68 × 10−3 | = | 19.00 | × | 101 |
760 - p = 190
p = 760 - 190 = 570mmHg
Ibeere 11 Ìròyìn
Ripple in a power supply unit is caused by
Awọn alaye Idahun
The correct option is "Using a zener diode" as fluctuation of d.c signal results from the rectification of a.c to d.c.
Ibeere 12 Ìròyìn
Which of the following statements are correct of the production and propagation of waves?
I. vibration produces waves
II. waves transmit energy along the medium
III. the medium through which the wave travels does not travel with the wave
IV. waves do not require any medium for transmission
Awọn alaye Idahun
The correct statement is: I and II and III only. Explanation: - Statement I is correct because the production of waves involves some kind of disturbance that creates a vibration in the medium, which then propagates as a wave. - Statement II is correct because waves carry energy along the medium as they propagate. This is why waves can be used to transmit information or power over long distances. - Statement III is correct because the medium through which a wave travels does not move with the wave. Instead, the wave passes through the medium, causing it to oscillate or vibrate, but not to move along with the wave. - Statement IV is incorrect because most waves require a medium through which to propagate. For example, sound waves require air, water waves require water, and seismic waves require the Earth's crust. There are some types of waves, such as electromagnetic waves, that can propagate through a vacuum, but this is not true for all waves.
Ibeere 13 Ìròyìn
If the attraction of the sun is suddenly ceased, the earth would continue to move in a straight line making a tangent with the original orbit. This statement is derived from Neutron's
Awọn alaye Idahun
The correct answer is the First law of motion. The First law of motion, also known as the law of inertia, states that an object will remain at rest or in uniform motion in a straight line unless acted upon by an external force. In this case, the earth is moving in its orbit around the sun because of the force of gravity between the two objects. If the force of gravity suddenly ceased, the earth would no longer be acted upon by an external force and would continue to move in a straight line, making a tangent with its original orbit. This idea is attributed to Sir Isaac Newton, who developed the laws of motion and the law of universal gravitation. However, the specific statement mentioned in the question is derived from the First law of motion.
Ibeere 15 Ìròyìn
The pitch of a screw jack is 0.45cm and the arm is 60cm long. If the efficiency of the Jack is 75/π %, calculate the mechanical advantage.
Awọn alaye Idahun
P = 0.45cm, L = 60cm, Eff = 75/π%
| VR | (Screw | system) | = | 2πrP | = | 2πLP |
| M.A | = | Eff% × VR100 | = | 75π | × | 1100 | × | 2π × 600.45 | = | 75 × 800300 | = | 200 |
Ibeere 16 Ìròyìn
One newton × One meter equals?
Awọn alaye Idahun
One newton times one meter is equal to one Joule. A newton is the unit of measurement for force, and a meter is the unit of measurement for distance. When force is applied over a distance, work is done, which is measured in Joules. Therefore, one newton multiplied by one meter results in one Joule of work done. The other options listed (one water, one ampere, one kilogram) are not correct units of measurement for this calculation.
Ibeere 17 Ìròyìn
When blue and green colours of light are mixed, the resultant colour is
Ibeere 18 Ìròyìn
The diagram above represents the stress-strain graph of a loaded wire. Which of these statements is correct?
Awọn alaye Idahun
- I is the elastic limit
- the end of the constant part J is the yield point
- L is the break point.
Ibeere 20 Ìròyìn
Which of the following is consistent with Charles' law?
I
II 
III
IV. 
Awọn alaye Idahun
This is the correct graph. The graph is volume against 1/ temperature where temperature is in Celsius.
Ibeere 21 Ìròyìn
Which of the following statements is/are correct for a freely falling body?
I. the total is entirely kinetic
II. the ratio of potential energy to kinetic energy is constant
III. the sum of potential and kinetic energy is constant
Awọn alaye Idahun
The correct answer is "III only". A freely falling body is one that is falling under the influence of gravity and experiences no other force or constraint. In this situation, the total energy of the body is conserved, meaning that the sum of its potential and kinetic energy remains constant. The potential energy of a body is directly proportional to its height above the ground, and its kinetic energy is directly proportional to its velocity. As the body falls, its potential energy decreases and its kinetic energy increases, but the total energy remains constant. Statement III is correct because the sum of potential and kinetic energy is indeed constant for a freely falling body. Statement I is incorrect because the body has both potential and kinetic energy, so the total energy is not entirely kinetic. Statement II is incorrect because the ratio of potential energy to kinetic energy is not constant for a freely falling body, as both are changing as the body falls.
Ibeere 22 Ìròyìn
During the transformation of matter from the solid to the liquid state, the heat supplied does not produce a temperature increase because
Awọn alaye Idahun
During the transformation of matter from the solid to the liquid state, the heat supplied does not produce a temperature increase because all the heat is used to break the bonds holding the molecules of the solid together
Ibeere 23 Ìròyìn
Which of the following equations is the correct definition of the reactance of an indicator L?
Awọn alaye Idahun
The correct definition of the reactance of an inductor L is: Reactance = (Amplitude of voltage) ÷ (Amplitude of current) The reactance of an inductor is a measure of the opposition offered by the inductor to the flow of alternating current (AC). It is denoted by the symbol Xl and is measured in ohms. When AC flows through an inductor, a magnetic field is generated around the inductor, which opposes any changes in the current flowing through it. This opposition to the flow of current is called reactance. The reactance of an inductor depends on its inductance, frequency of the AC signal, and the amplitude of the AC signal. However, the reactance of an inductor is directly proportional to the frequency of the AC signal and the inductance of the inductor. The reactance of an inductor is also affected by the amplitude of the AC signal, but this effect is not as significant as the other two factors. is the correct definition of the reactance of an inductor, as it expresses the ratio of the amplitude of voltage to the amplitude of current, which is a common way to define reactance. is incorrect, as it represents the power delivered by the AC signal, not the reactance. and are also incorrect, as they involve squaring either the amplitude of current or the amplitude of voltage, which is not a valid method of calculating reactance. Therefore, the correct option is.
Ibeere 24 Ìròyìn
Electrons were discovered by
Awọn alaye Idahun
Electrons were discovered by J.J. Thompson. In the late 19th century, he performed a series of experiments using cathode ray tubes, which are glass tubes containing low-pressure gas and electrodes. By applying high voltage, he observed a beam of negatively charged particles traveling from the negative electrode to the positive electrode. He concluded that these particles, which he called "corpuscles," were fundamental units of negative charge and later were renamed electrons. This discovery led to the development of the modern understanding of atomic structure and the electron's role in it.
Ibeere 25 Ìròyìn
A thermocouple thermometer is connected to a millivoltmeter which can read up to 10mV. When one junction is in ice at 0°C and the other is steam at 100°C, the millivoltmeter reads 4mV. What is the maximum temperature which this arrangement can measure
Awọn alaye Idahun
The maximum temperature which this arrangement can measure is 250°C. A thermocouple thermometer works by using the thermoelectric effect, which is the phenomenon that occurs when two dissimilar metals are joined together to form a loop and a temperature difference is established between the two junctions. This temperature difference generates a small electrical voltage, which can be measured using a millivoltmeter. The voltage generated is proportional to the temperature difference between the two junctions. In the case of the thermocouple thermometer described, one junction is in ice at 0°C and the other is steam at 100°C, and the millivoltmeter reads 4mV. This means that the voltage generated by the thermocouple is 4 millivolts, which corresponds to a temperature difference of 100°C. However, the millivoltmeter can only read up to 10mV, so the maximum temperature difference it can measure is 10mV / 4mV/°C = 250°C. This means that the maximum temperature which this arrangement can measure is 250°C.
Ibeere 26 Ìròyìn
A copper rod, 5m long when heated through 20c, expands by 1mm. If a second copper rod, 2.5m long is heated through 5c, by how much will it expand?
Awọn alaye Idahun
l1
= 5m, ΔT = 10c, l2
- l1
= 1mm
l1
= 2.5m, ΔT = 5c, l2
- l1
= ?
| using | α | = | l2 - l1 l1 ΔT |
| 15(10) | = | l2 - l1 2.5(5) |
| l2 | - | l2 | = | 2.5(5)5(10) | = | 14 | = | 0.25mm |
Ibeere 27 Ìròyìn
The distance between an object and its real image in a convex lens is 40cm. If the magnification of the image is 3, calculate the focal length of the lens
Awọn alaye Idahun
u + v = 40
vu = 3
v = 3u
u + 3u = 40
4u = 40
u = 10cm
v = 3u = 30cm
f = uvu+v=10(30)10+30=30040
= 7.5 cm
Ibeere 28 Ìròyìn
The resultant capacitance in the figure above is
Awọn alaye Idahun
For the parallel arrangement = 2 + 4 = 6μf
| For | the | series | arrangement | = | 1CT | = | 12 | + | 13 | + | 16 | + | 14 |
| 1CT | = | 1512 |
| CT | = | 1215 | = | 0.8μf |
Ibeere 29 Ìròyìn
The conductivity of gases at low pressure can be termed as
I. hot cathode emission
II. thermo ionic emission
III. cold cathode emission
IV. Field emission
Awọn alaye Idahun
As conduction of gases is at low pressure and high voltage, called field or cold cathode emission.
Ibeere 30 Ìròyìn
In semi-conductor, the carriers of current at room temperature are
Awọn alaye Idahun
In a semiconductor, the carriers of current at room temperature are both electrons and holes. Semiconductors are materials with properties that are in between those of conductors (e.g. metals) and insulators (e.g. rubber). At room temperature, a semiconductor crystal contains both free electrons and positively charged vacancies called holes. When a voltage is applied across the semiconductor, the electrons move towards the positive end of the circuit and the holes move towards the negative end. This movement of charge carriers constitutes an electric current. In summary, both electrons and holes can carry current in a semiconductor at room temperature, making the correct answer.
Ibeere 31 Ìròyìn
The diagram shows a uniform meter rule AB which balances horizontally at the 90cm mark when a mass of 0.2kg is suspended from B. Calculate the mass of the meter rule.
Awọn alaye Idahun
Mr
(90 - 50) = 0.2(100 - 90)
40Mr
= 0.2 × 10
Mr
= 240
= 0.05kg
Ibeere 32 Ìròyìn
According to kinetic molecular model, in gases
Awọn alaye Idahun
In kinetic molecular model, gases are energised and thus moves freely, fast as they occupy specific space
Ibeere 33 Ìròyìn
Which of the following characteristics of a wave is used in the measurement of the depth of the Sea?
Awọn alaye Idahun
Depth of sea can be measured by echo, a reflected sound waves.
Ibeere 34 Ìròyìn
When two objects A and B are supplied with the same quantity of heat, the temperature change in A is obtained to be twice that of B. The mass of P is half that of Q. The ratio of the specific heat capacity of A to B is
Awọn alaye Idahun
θA = 2θB ,
| mA | = | 12 | mB |
H = MCθ
mA
cA
θA
= mB
cB
θB
( 1/2 mB
)CA
(2θB
) = mB
cB
θB
| CA CB | = | 11 |
⇒ 1 : 1
Ibeere 35 Ìròyìn
Heat may be transferred by conduction, convention and radiation. By which of these methods does heat travel through vacuum?
Awọn alaye Idahun
Heat can be transferred by conduction, convection, and radiation. Conduction is the transfer of heat through a material by the movement of heat-carrying particles, such as atoms or molecules, from one part of the material to another. This method of heat transfer is not possible in a vacuum, as there are no particles present to carry heat. Convection is the transfer of heat by the movement of a fluid, such as air or water. This method of heat transfer is also not possible in a vacuum, as there are no fluids present to carry heat. Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, such as light or infrared radiation. This method of heat transfer does not require any material or fluid medium, and can therefore occur in a vacuum. Therefore, the answer is "Radiation only".
Ibeere 36 Ìròyìn
A rectangular solid black has length 10cm, breadth 5cm and height 2cm. If it lies on a horizontal surface, and has density 100kg/m3 , calculate the pressure it exerts on the surface.
Awọn alaye Idahun
To calculate the pressure that the rectangular solid exerts on the surface, we need to use the formula for pressure: Pressure = Force / Area In this case, the force is the weight of the rectangular solid, which we can calculate using the formula: Weight = Mass x Gravity The mass of the rectangular solid can be calculated using its density and volume: Mass = Density x Volume The volume of the rectangular solid is simply its length x breadth x height: Volume = Length x Breadth x Height = 10 cm x 5 cm x 2 cm = 100 cm3 We need to convert this volume to cubic meters to use the density given in kg/m3: Volume = 100 cm3 = 0.0001 m3 Now we can calculate the mass: Mass = Density x Volume = 100 kg/m3 x 0.0001 m3 = 0.01 kg The gravity is the acceleration due to gravity, which we can assume to be 9.81 m/s2. Therefore, the weight is: Weight = Mass x Gravity = 0.01 kg x 9.81 m/s2 = 0.0981 N Now we can use this weight to calculate the pressure on the surface. The surface area in contact with the rectangular solid is simply its length x breadth: Area = Length x Breadth = 10 cm x 5 cm = 50 cm2 We need to convert this area to square meters: Area = 50 cm2 = 0.005 m2 Therefore, the pressure is: Pressure = Force / Area = 0.0981 N / 0.005 m2 = 19.62 N/m2 We can convert this to units of N/cm2 or N/mm2 if desired. This is equivalent to: Pressure = 0.1962 N/cm2 = 0.0001962 N/mm2 So the pressure that the rectangular solid exerts on the surface is 19.62 N/m2, which is approximately 20 N/m2. Therefore, the answer is 200 N/m2.
Ibeere 37 Ìròyìn
Which of the following statement about the electromagnet shown above is correct?
Awọn alaye Idahun
A - B = S - N.
Also, starting end of the current is south while terminating end is North.
Ibeere 38 Ìròyìn
A vibrator causes water ripples to travel across the surface of a tank. The wave travels 50cm in 2s and the distance between successive crests is 5cm. Calculate the frequency of the vibrator
Awọn alaye Idahun
The frequency of the vibrator can be calculated using the formula: frequency = speed / wavelength where speed is the speed of the wave, and wavelength is the distance between successive crests. In this case, we are given that the wave travels 50cm in 2s, which means the speed of the wave is: speed = distance / time = 50cm / 2s = 25cm/s We are also given that the distance between successive crests is 5cm, which is the wavelength. Therefore, the frequency of the vibrator is: frequency = speed / wavelength = 25cm/s / 5cm = 5Hz So the correct answer is 5Hz.
Ibeere 39 Ìròyìn
A coil X is moved quickly away from the end Y of a stationary metal bar and a current then flows in X as shown above.
Then
Awọn alaye Idahun
N - S magnet is moved towards a coil production clockwise direction of current in the coil.
- This is the same as a coil moved away from S-N (Y - North pole)
Ibeere 40 Ìròyìn
The point at which the molecules of a loaded wire begin to slide across each other resulting in a rapid increase in extension is
Awọn alaye Idahun
The point at which the molecules of a loaded wire begin to slide across each other resulting in a rapid increase in extension is called the yield point. At this point, the material no longer behaves elastically and becomes permanently deformed. The yield point is an important parameter in material science and engineering as it indicates the maximum stress a material can withstand before it begins to deform plastically. Therefore, the yield point is a critical factor to consider when designing materials for specific applications.
