Q: The density of a substance is given by which formula?

$$\text{Density} = \frac{\text{mass}}{\text{volume}}$$

Question 1

Which law of motion is primarily responsible for the working of a rocket, as shown in the diagram?

Accepted Answer

Newton's Third Law of Motion

Question 2

In the rocket diagram, what is the main function of the nozzle?

Accepted Answer

To direct the escaping gases and produce thrust

Question 3

Artificial satellites, like the one shown orbiting Earth, are launched into orbit using which of the following methods?

Accepted Answer

Multi-stage launching system

Question 4

Which of the following best explains why a satellite remains in orbit around the Earth?

Accepted Answer

The satellite's velocity balances the gravitational pull of the Earth

Question 5

The minimum velocity required for a spacecraft to escape Earth's gravitational field is called escape velocity. What is the value of escape velocity on Earth?

Accepted Answer

$$11.27\ \mathrm{km\ s$$^{-1}$$}$$

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a use of artificial satellites?

Accepted Answer

Generating electricity for cities

Question 7

A barometer is used to measure which physical quantity?

Accepted Answer

Atmospheric pressure

Question 8

If the atmospheric pressure at sea level is measured using a mercury barometer, what is the typical height of the mercury column?

Accepted Answer

$$76\ \mathrm{cm}$$

Question 9

Why does a ship float higher in sea water than in fresh water?

Accepted Answer

Sea water is more dense than fresh water

Question 10

Which of the following statements about cyclones is correct?

Accepted Answer

Cyclones are low-pressure systems with high-speed rotating winds

Question 11

The density of a substance is given by which formula?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Density} = \frac{	ext{mass}}{	ext{volume}}$$

Question 12

If a body is dropped from rest in a vacuum, which of the following is true about its motion?

Accepted Answer

Its velocity increases linearly with time

Question 13

Which device is used to measure wind speed?

Accepted Answer

Anemometer

Question 14

Why do high-speed winds cause roofs to be blown off buildings during cyclones?

Accepted Answer

High-speed winds decrease the pressure above the roof

Question 15

The value of acceleration due to gravity on the Moon is:

Accepted Answer

$$1/6th$\ of$\ $$the$$\ $$value$$\ on$\ $$Earth$

Question 16

Which of the following is a correct statement about the direction of wind movement?

Accepted Answer

Wind moves from a region of high pressure to low pressure

Question 17

A tornado is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A low-pressure, funnel-shaped cloud with high-speed winds

Question 18

Which of the following is a precaution to take during a thunderstorm with lightning?

Accepted Answer

Stay in a vehicle with closed windows

Question 19

If the mass of an object is $$10\ \mathrm{kg}$$ and the acceleration due to gravity is $$9.8\ \mathrm{m\ s$$^{-2}$$}$$, what is its weight?

Accepted Answer

$$98\ \mathrm{N}$$

Question 20

Which of the following best explains why warm air rises?

Accepted Answer

Warm air is lighter and less dense than cold air

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