Electricity and Magnetism: Master the Fundamentals with Interactive Quizzes

Question 1

Which property is a defining characteristic of magnetic materials?

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Hysteresis

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Polarization under an electric field

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Zero permeability

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Exclusive diamagnetic behavior

Question 2

Which Maxwell's equation describes the generation of an electromotive force (EMF) in a conductor due to a changing magnetic field?

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Faraday's law of induction

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Gauss's law for magnetism

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Ampere's circuital law with Maxwell's addition

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Gauss's law for electric fields

Question 3

A positively charged particle moves perpendicularly through a region with a uniform magnetic field. Which direction does the magnetic force acting on the particle point?

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Perpendicular to both the velocity and magnetic field vectors

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Same as the magnetic field

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Opposite to the magnetic field

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Zero

Question 4

Which property is a defining characteristic of magnetic materials?

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Easily magnetized and demagnetized

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High electrical resistance

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Non-conductivity of electricity

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Constant attraction to magnets

Question 5

Which property is NOT characteristic of magnetic materials?

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Superconductivity

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Ferromagnetism

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Paramagnetism

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Diamagnetism

Question 6

An electron travels at 3 million meters per second and enters a uniform magnetic field of 0.3 Tesla at an angle of 30 degrees to the field lines. What is the radius of the electron's circular path?

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0.569 cm

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0.5 cm

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0.7 cm

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0.6 cm

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a type of electromagnetic wave?

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Mechanical waves

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Gamma rays

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Microwaves

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Ultraviolet waves

Question 8

Which of Maxwell's equations explains the connection between electric fields and electric charges?

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Gauss's law for electric fields

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Gauss's law for magnetic fields

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Faraday's law of induction

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Ampere-Maxwell law

Question 9

Which property is NOT characteristic of magnetic materials?

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Low electrical resistivity

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Attraction to magnets

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Retention of magnetism

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Susceptibility to magnetization and demagnetization

Question 10

Which physical phenomenon causes a charged particle to experience a force as it moves through a magnetic field?

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Magnetic field interaction

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Gravitational pull

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Electrostatic repulsion

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Buoyant force

Question 11

In an electric circuit, what does the potential difference between two points represent?

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The energy gained by a unit charge moving between the points.

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The energy dissipated in the circuit.

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The current flowing through the circuit.

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The resistance of the circuit.

Question 12

When the plates of a capacitor charged to a potential difference of 100 V are connected by a wire, what is the resulting potential difference across the plates?

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0 V

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50 V

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100 V

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200 V

Question 13

In the context of electric fields, electric potential is best defined as:

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The work needed to move a unit charge from a reference point to a given point against the electric field

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The rate of charge flow through a conductor

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The force acting on a charged particle in an electric field

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The rate of electron flow through a circuit

Question 14

What is the shape of the magnetic field around a long, straight wire carrying a current?

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Concentric circles around the wire, with decreasing strength with distance

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Strongest at the center of the wire

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Independent of the current direction

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Parallel to the wire

Question 15

A wire carrying an electric current is placed perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field.  What direction will the magnetic force on the wire be?

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Perpendicular to both the magnetic field and the current

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Parallel to the magnetic field

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Anti-parallel to the magnetic field

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In the direction of the current

Question 16

A positively charged particle enters a region of uniform magnetic field perpendicular to the field. What is the trajectory of the particle within the magnetic field?

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Circular path

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Straight line

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Elliptical path

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Helical path

Question 17

Faraday's law states that the induced electromotive force (emf) in a closed loop is directly proportional to which of the following?

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Rate of change of magnetic flux through the loop

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Strength of the magnetic field around the loop

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Area of the loop

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Shape of the loop

Question 18

Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction states that the magnitude of the electromotive force (EMF) induced in a coil is directly proportional to which factor?

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Rate of change of magnetic flux through the coil

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Number of turns in the coil

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Cross-sectional area of the coil

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Length of the coil

Question 19

In electromagnetism, Gauss's law relates the electric field to the electric charge distribution. Which equation represents Gauss's law?

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∮E⋅dA = Q/ε₀

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∮B⋅dA = μ₀I

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∮E⋅ds = V

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Q = CE

Question 20

Which physical phenomenon lies beyond the explanatory scope of electromagnetics?

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Atomic structure and bonding

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Radio wave propagation

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

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Electric motor operation

Question 21

An AC generator converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. Which of the following factors does NOT directly affect the electromotive force (EMF) generated by the generator?

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Temperature of the generator

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Speed of rotation

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Magnetic field strength

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Number of coil turns

Question 22

In a generator, the stator's laminated ferromagnetic core primarily serves which purpose?

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Minimizing eddy current losses in the core

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Enhancing magnetic flux density in the core

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Providing structural support for the coils

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Storing electrical energy in the core

Question 23

Which phenomenon explains the generation of an electromotive force (EMF) in a conductor when it experiences a changing magnetic field?

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Faraday's Law

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Magnetic Flux

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Lenz's Law

Question 24

In a transformer, the ratio of the primary coil's turns to the secondary coil's turns primarily determines which characteristic?

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Voltage ratio

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Current ratio

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Power ratio

Question 25

In electromagnetic induction, which physical quantity directly causes an electromotive force (EMF) to be induced in a conductor?

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Magnetic flux

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Electric charge

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Electric current

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Voltage

Question 26

In a series circuit containing a battery, resistor, and inductor, what happens to the current flowing through the circuit when the inductance is increased?

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The current decreases because inductance resists current flow.

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The current increases because inductance aids current flow.

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The current remains the same because inductance does not affect current flow.

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The current initially increases and then decreases because inductance has a complex effect on current flow.

Question 27

In an electric motor, which mechanism is responsible for converting electrical energy into mechanical energy?

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Interaction between a magnetic field and a rotating armature

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Interaction between a magnetic field and a stationary armature

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Flow of electrons through a conducting coil

Question 28

In electromagnetism, how are electric fields and magnetic fields oriented relative to each other?

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Perpendicular

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Parallel

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Electric fields create magnetic fields only

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Independent

Question 29

What is a defining characteristic of a magnetic field?

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It exerts a force on moving charged particles.

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It is always parallel to electric field lines.

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It is a scalar quantity.

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It can be completely blocked by conducting materials.

Question 30

Which factors primarily influence the energy conversion efficiency of electric motors?

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Motor design, component quality, and load characteristics

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Power supply voltage only

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Environmental factors, such as temperature and humidity

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The energy conversion efficiency of an electric motor is constant and cannot be improved

Question 31

How do transformers utilize electromagnetic induction?

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To step up or step down the voltage of an alternating current (AC) signal

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To convert alternating current (AC) signals to direct current (DC) signals

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To create a magnetic field that counteracts the original magnetic field

Question 32

A parallel-plate capacitor is connected to a battery. A dielectric material is then inserted between the plates. How does this affect the capacitance of the capacitor? Explain your answer.

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The capacitance increases by a factor of ε / ε_0, where ε is the permittivity of the dielectric and ε_0 is the vacuum permittivity.

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The capacitance decreases by a factor of ε_0 / ε.

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The capacitance remains the same.

Question 33

A capacitor with capacitance C is charged to a potential difference V. What is the energy stored in the capacitor?

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CV^2/2

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CV

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V^2/2C

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2CV^2

Question 34

Which of the following materials is an insulator (non-conductor) of electricity?

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Plastic

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Copper

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Aluminum

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Gold

Question 35

What is the direction of the magnetic force on a positive charge moving perpendicular to a magnetic field?

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Perpendicular to the field

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Parallel to the field

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Antiparallel to the field

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Zero

Question 36

Which of the following is the SI unit of magnetic flux?

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Weber

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Tesla

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Ampere

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Gauss

Question 37

How is an electric current related to a magnetic field?

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Electric current creates a magnetic field.

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Magnetic field creates electric current.

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They are independent of each other.

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They are inversely proportional to each other.

Question 38

What is the primary function of a transformer?

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To change the voltage of an AC signal

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To convert AC to DC

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To isolate circuits from each other

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To regulate current

Question 39

What is the approximate speed of light in a vacuum?

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3 x 10^8 m/s

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1 x 10^8 m/s

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2 x 10^8 m/s

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4 x 10^8 m/s

Question 40

A charged particle is moving in a circular path in a uniform magnetic field. How does the particle's trajectory relate to the Lorentz force equation?

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The particle moves in a circular path with a constant radius and speed.

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The particle moves in a straight line.

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The particle moves in an elliptical path.

Question 41

An electric current is defined as:

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Electrons flowing through a conductor

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Protons moving through a conductor

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Energy transfer from one point to another

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Change in electric potential over time

Question 42

The magnetic field surrounding a current-carrying wire has a shape that is:

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Circular

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Radial

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Tangential

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Elliptical

Question 43

The unit of measurement for electric potential is the:

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Volt

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Coulomb

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Ampere

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Ohm

Question 44

The measure of a material's ability to conduct magnetic flux is known as its:

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Magnetic permeability

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Magnetic resistance

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Magnetic energy storage capacity

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Magnetic field strength

Question 45

Which of the following is the SI unit of charge?

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Coulomb

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Ampere

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Volt

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Farad

Question 46

Which material does NOT conduct electricity?

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Rubber

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Copper

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Aluminum

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Water

Question 47

Which equation represents the relationship between electric potential (V) and electric field (E)?

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V = Ed

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V = -E

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V = E

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V = -E/d

Question 48

Which of the following is NOT an electromagnetic wave?

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Sound waves

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Radio waves

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Light waves

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X-rays

Question 49

Approximately, what is the speed of electromagnetic waves in vacuum?

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3 x 10^8 m/s

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10^6 m/s

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10^12 m/s

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3 x 10^-8 m/s

Question 50

Which factor is the energy carried by an electromagnetic wave directly proportional to?

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The frequency of its electric field

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The amplitude of its electric field

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The wavelength of its magnetic field

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The intensity of its magnetic field

Question 51

What is the SI unit of electric potential?

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Volt

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Ampere

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Coulomb

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Ohm

Question 52

What is the relationship between magnetic flux and magnetic field?

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Magnetic flux is directly proportional to magnetic field.

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Magnetic flux is inversely proportional to magnetic field.

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Magnetic flux is independent of magnetic field.

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Magnetic flux is perpendicular to magnetic field.

Question 53

What is the primary distinction between an electric field and a magnetic field?

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Both (a) and (b) are correct.

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Electric fields are produced by charges, while magnetic fields are produced by currents.

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Electric fields can exert a force on charged particles, while magnetic fields cannot.

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Magnetic fields can exert a force on charged particles, while electric fields cannot.

Question 54

Within the SI system of measurement, what is the unit of electric charge?

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Coulomb

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Ampere

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Volt

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Ohm

Question 55

Which material among the following is known for its electrical conductivity?

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Copper

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Plastic

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Wood

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Glass

Question 56

The magnetic force experienced by a moving charge is expressed as:

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F = qvB

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F = qvE

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F = ma

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F = mg

Question 57

For efficient power transmission over long distances, what is the crucial relationship between the transmission line's characteristic impedance and the load impedance?

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The characteristic impedance should match the load impedance for optimal power transfer.

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The transmission line's resistance solely determines its characteristic impedance.

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Characteristic impedance directly measures the power loss in the transmission line.

Question 58

The primary form of energy storage in a capacitor is the:

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Electric field

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Mechanical energy

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Magnetic field

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Gravitational field

Question 59

The SI unit of magnetic flux density is the:

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Tesla

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Gauss

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Ampere

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Weber

Question 60

The magnetic field generated by a current-carrying wire is primarily:

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Circular around the wire

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Linear

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Parabolic

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Elliptical

Question 61

The mathematical expression that describes the relationship between the electric field strength (E) and the electric potential (V) is:

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E = -dV/dx

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V = dE/dx

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E = dV/dx

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V = -dE/dx

Question 62

Ohm's Law, which relates voltage (V), current (I), and resistance (R), is expressed as:

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V = IR

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R = IV

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I = VR

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V = I/R

Question 63

The magnetic force experienced by a moving charged particle is given by:

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F = qvB

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F = -kx

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F = mgh

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F = qE

Question 64

The primary function of a transformer is to:

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Change alternating current (AC) voltage levels

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Regulate current flow

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Convert AC to direct current (DC)

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Store electrical energy