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General Physics 3 Mock Exam 3

University of Ilorin

This General Physics 3 Mock Exam is meticulously designed for University of Ilorin 100 Level students to thoroughly prepare for their First Semester examination in the 2026 academic session. Covering critical topics such as thermodynamics, gas laws, elasticity, fluid mechanics, and surface phenomena, this mock test provides a realistic simulation of the actual exam experience. Each of the 62 multiple-choice questions comes with detailed explanations, enabling students to not only test their knowledge but also deepen their understanding of complex physics concepts.

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About This Exam

This General Physics 3 Mock Exam is meticulously designed for University of Ilorin 100 Level students to thoroughly prepare for their First Semester examination in the 2026 academic session. Covering critical topics such as thermodynamics, gas laws, elasticity, fluid mechanics, and surface phenomena, this mock test provides a realistic simulation of the actual exam experience. Each of the 62 multiple-choice questions comes with detailed explanations, enabling students to not only test their knowledge but also deepen their understanding of complex physics concepts.

Topics Covered

- Thermodynamics Laws and Heat Transfer

Exam Structure

  • Question Formatmcq
  • Total Questions62
  • Estimated Duration93 minutes
  • Difficulty LevelMedium

Learning Objectives

  • Understand and apply the laws of thermodynamics, including heat transfer mechanisms.

Prerequisites

Students should have a foundational understanding of basic physics principles, algebra, and unit conversions. Familiarity with fundamental concepts of force, energy, and matter is essential.

Sample Questions

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1
MCQQuestion

A soap bubble has an excess pressure of 10 Pa10 \ Pa when its radius is 2 cm2 \ cm. If the radius of the bubble is reduced to 1 cm1 \ cm (while maintaining the same surface tension), what will be the new excess pressure inside the bubble?

A

5 Pa5 \ Pa

B

10 Pa10 \ Pa

C

20 Pa20 \ Pa

D

40 Pa40 \ Pa

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A metal wire of original length 2.0 m2.0 \text{ m} and cross-sectional area 0.5 mm20.5 \text{ mm}^2 is subjected to a tensile force of 100 N100 \text{ N}. If the wire extends by 1.0 mm1.0 \text{ mm}, calculate the Young's Modulus of the material.

A

4.0×1011 Pa4.0 \times 10^{11} \text{ Pa}

B

2.0×1011 Pa2.0 \times 10^{11} \text{ Pa}

C

1.0×1011 Pa1.0 \times 10^{11} \text{ Pa}

D

5.0×1010 Pa5.0 \times 10^{10} \text{ Pa}

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Calculate the excess pressure inside a spherical liquid drop of water with a radius of 0.5 mm0.5 \ mm, given that the surface tension of water is 0.072 N/m0.072 \ N/m.

A

144 Pa144 \ Pa

B

288 Pa288 \ Pa

C

576 Pa576 \ Pa

D

720 Pa720 \ Pa

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4
MCQQuestion

The pressure at a certain depth in a fluid is given by P=ρhgP = \rho h g. Which of the following statements is true regarding this formula?

A

Pressure is directly proportional to the fluid's volume.

B

Pressure is inversely proportional to the depth.

C

Pressure is directly proportional to the fluid's density.

D

Pressure is independent of the acceleration due to gravity.

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MCQQuestion

Which of the following is NOT an example of a parameter normally chosen as a thermometric property?

A

Change in the volume of a liquid

B

Change in the density of a gas at constant temperature

C

Change in the electrical resistance of a conductor

D

Change in the e.m.f of a thermocouple due to temperature difference

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MCQQuestion

A gas is heated to 40C40^\circ C. Express this temperature in Kelvin.

A

233.15K233.15 K

B

313.15K313.15 K

C

303.15K303.15 K

D

273.15K273.15 K

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MCQQuestion

Which of the following describes the phenomenon of adhesion?

A

The attractive forces between molecules of the same substance.

B

The attractive forces between molecules of different substances.

C

The resistance of a fluid to flow.

D

The ability of a liquid to support small objects on its surface.

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MCQQuestion

A tank of volume 590 liters590 \text{ liters} contains oxygen at 20C20^\circ \text{C} and 5.0 atm5.0 \text{ atm} pressure. Calculate the mass of oxygen in the tank. (Molar mass of oxygen O2O_2 is 32 kg/kmol32 \text{ kg/kmol}, Universal gas constant R=8.31 J mol1K1R = 8.31 \text{ J mol}^{-1}\text{K}^{-1} or 8314 J kmol1K18314 \text{ J kmol}^{-1}\text{K}^{-1})

A

3.9 kg3.9 \text{ kg}

B

1.9 kg1.9 \text{ kg}

C

7.8 kg7.8 \text{ kg}

D

0.39 kg0.39 \text{ kg}

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MCQQuestion

The gauge pressure in a car tire is 305 kPa305 \text{ kPa} when its temperature is 15C15^\circ \text{C}. After running at high speed, the tire has heated up and its pressure is 360 kPa360 \text{ kPa}. What is then the temperature of the gas in the tire? Assume atmospheric pressure to be 101 kPa101 \text{ kPa}.

A

54C54^\circ \text{C}

B

15C15^\circ \text{C}

C

30C30^\circ \text{C}

D

72C72^\circ \text{C}

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MCQQuestion

A heat engine receives 100 kJ100 \text{ kJ} of heat from a hot reservoir and transfers 30 kJ30 \text{ kJ} of heat to the cold surroundings. If a second engine operates with 20%20\% efficiency and receives the same amount of heat from its hot reservoir, how much more work does the first engine do compared to the second?

A

30 kJ30 \text{ kJ}

B

40 kJ40 \text{ kJ}

C

50 kJ50 \text{ kJ}

D

60 kJ60 \text{ kJ}

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How to Prepare

Key Preparation Tips

  • **Review Core Concepts**: Revisit definitions, laws, and principles for all covered topics.

Mistakes to Avoid

  • **Incorrect Unit Conversions**: Failing to convert temperatures to Kelvin or pressures to SI units (Pascals) before applying gas laws.

Success Criteria

A good score on this mock exam indicates a strong grasp of the General Physics 3 curriculum, readiness for the university examination, and the ability to apply fundamental physics principles to diverse problems. Aim for a score of 70% or higher to demonstrate proficiency.

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