Electricity and Magnetism Quizzes: Master the Fundamentals of Electromagnetism

Question 1

What is the SI unit of electrical current?

Accepted Answer

Ampere

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Volt

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Ohm

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Coulomb

Question 2

Which of the following is an efficient conductor of electricity?

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Copper

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Rubber

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Wood

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Plastic

Question 3

Which of the following materials is commonly known for its magnetic properties?

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Iron

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Aluminum

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Gold

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Silver

Question 4

What is the shape of the magnetic field created around a current-carrying wire?

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Circular

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Rectangular

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Oval

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Irregular

Question 5

What is the primary function of a capacitor in an electrical circuit?

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To store electrical energy

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To reduce current flow

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To increase voltage

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To convert AC to DC

Question 6

Regarding electromagnetic waves, what is the relationship between their frequency and wavelength?

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Frequency and wavelength are inversely proportional

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Frequency and wavelength are directly proportional

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Frequency is constant, regardless of wavelength

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Wavelength is constant, regardless of frequency

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of electrical circuit?

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Magnetic

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Series

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Parallel

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Mixed

Question 8

The strength of a magnetic field is most accurately measured in:

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Tesla

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Gauss

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Weber

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Coulomb

Question 9

Which of the following materials is considered a good conductor of electricity?

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Copper

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Rubber

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Wood

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Plastic

Question 10

The process by which an electric current is generated due to a changing magnetic field is known as:

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Electromagnetic induction

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Magnetic resonance

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Superconductivity

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Magnetostriction

Question 11

The resistance of a conductor is directly proportional to its:

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Length

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Cross-sectional area

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Material

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Temperature

Question 12

The magnetic field that surrounds a current-carrying wire is:

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Circular

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Elliptical

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Parabolic

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Hyperbolic

Question 13

Which material does NOT allow electricity to flow through it?

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Rubber

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Copper

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Silver

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Gold

Question 14

What unit is used to measure electrical current?

Accepted Answer

Ampere

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Ohm

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Volt

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Coulomb

Question 15

In a magnetic field, what is the direction of the force acting on a current-carrying wire?

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Perpendicular to both the wire and the field

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Parallel to both the wire and the field

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Opposite to the direction of current flow

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In the direction of current flow

Question 16

How does the strength of a magnetic field change with distance from the magnet?

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Inversely proportional

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Directly proportional

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Not related

Question 17

Which property distinguishes an electromagnet?

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Temporary magnetism

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Permanent magnetism

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Weak magnetic field

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Strong magnetic field

Question 18

What is the primary function of a galvanometer?

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Measure current

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Measure voltage

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Measure resistance

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Measure power

Question 19

Which of these is NOT a crucial safety measure to follow when working with electricity?

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Work on a wet surface

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Wear gloves

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Use insulated tools

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Avoid touching live wires

Question 20

What is the standard unit for measuring electric current?

Accepted Answer

Ampere

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Volt

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Ohm

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Watt

Question 21

What shape describes the magnetic field created around a current-carrying wire?

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Circular

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Linear

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Elliptical

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Irregular

Question 22

Which substance is a good conductor of electricity?

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Copper

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Plastic

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Wood

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Glass

Question 23

In a basic electrical circuit, how do voltage (V), current (I), and resistance (R) relate?

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V = I * R

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I = V * R

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R = V / I

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V = R / I

Question 24

What is the purpose of a fuse in an electrical circuit?

Accepted Answer

To safeguard the circuit from excessive electrical current

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To regulate the flow of electrical current

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To store electrical energy

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To convert AC to DC

Question 25

How do electromagnets differ from permanent magnets?

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Electromagnets can be controlled (turned on and off), permanent magnets cannot

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Electromagnets are more powerful than permanent magnets

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Permanent magnets are more powerful than electromagnets

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Permanent magnets can be controlled (turned on and off), electromagnets cannot

Question 26

What is a primary function of a transformer?

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To change the voltage of an alternating current (AC)

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To change the frequency of an alternating current (AC)

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To convert AC to direct current (DC)

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To convert DC to AC

Question 27

Which of the following is the unit of electric potential?

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Volt

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Ampere

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Ohm

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Farad

Question 28

An electrical circuit with a complete path for current flow is known as a:

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Closed circuit

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Open circuit

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Short circuit

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Parallel circuit

Question 29

A device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy is called a:

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Motor

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Generator

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Transformer

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Capacitor

Question 30

The magnetic field around a current-carrying wire is shaped like:

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Circle

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Straight line

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Ellipse

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Parabola

Question 31

A characteristic of a magnetic material is its ability to:

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Retain magnetization after removal of an applied magnetic field

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Attract all metals

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Repel all non-metals

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Conduct electricity well

Question 32

The unit of magnetic flux density is:

Accepted Answer

Tesla

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Weber

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Hertz

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Coulomb

Question 33

What is the SI unit of electrical current?

Accepted Answer

Ampere

Answer

Volt

Answer

Ohm

Answer

Watt

Question 34

Which material exhibits magnetic properties?

Accepted Answer

Iron

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Copper

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Aluminium

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Plastic

Question 35

What shape do the magnetic field lines form around a current-carrying wire?

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Circular

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Linear

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Parabolic

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Hyperbolic

Question 36

Differentiate between a generator and an electric motor.

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A generator converts mechanical energy into electrical energy, while a motor converts electrical energy into mechanical energy

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A generator converts electrical energy into mechanical energy, while a motor converts mechanical energy into electrical energy

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Both convert electrical energy into mechanical energy

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Both convert mechanical energy into electrical energy

Question 37

What is electromagnetic induction? Explain how changing magnetic fields can create electric currents.

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Electromagnetic induction is when a changing magnetic field makes an electric current flow in a conductor.

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Electromagnetic induction is when a changing electric current makes a magnetic field change.

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Electromagnetic induction is when electrical energy moves between circuits using magnetic fields.

Question 38

What is a vital safety practice to avoid electric shock when using electricity?

Accepted Answer

Using tools with proper insulation

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Touching live wires directly to check if they conduct electricity

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Working in wet areas

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Disregarding warning signs about electrical hazards

Question 39

What is a magnetic field? Provide an example of how it appears in the real world.

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The region around a magnet or current-carrying wire where magnetic forces can be felt

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The electric field created by a stationary charge

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The path taken by a magnetic dipole in a uniform magnetic field

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The force acting on a stationary charge in a magnetic field

Question 40

In electrical power systems, generators and transformers play crucial roles. Explain how generators convert energy into electricity and how transformers modify electrical energy.

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Generators convert mechanical energy into electricity, while transformers change the voltage of electricity.

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Generators convert mechanical energy into electricity, while transformers convert electricity into magnetic energy.

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Generators convert chemical energy into electricity, while transformers convert electricity into mechanical energy.

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Transformers increase the voltage of electricity, while generators generate electricity.

Question 41

What happens when you change the direction of the electric current flowing into a motor?

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The motor's rotation will reverse.

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The motor will stop working.

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The motor's speed will increase.

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The motor's speed will decrease.

Question 42

Which of the following materials is a good conductor of electricity?

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Silver

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Plastic

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Rubber

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Wood

Question 43

When an electric current flows through a wire, what is produced around the wire?

Accepted Answer

A magnetic field

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A gravitational field

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A force field

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An electric field

Question 44

What is the SI unit of electric current?

Accepted Answer

Ampere

Answer

Volt

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Ohm

Question 45

When two magnets are brought close together, what can occur?

Accepted Answer

They can attract or repel each other, depending on their poles

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They will always repel each other

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They will always attract each other

Question 46

Which of the following is a characteristic of magnets?

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They possess a magnetic field

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They can only be found in nature

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They are only used in compasses

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They are always attracted to metal

Question 47

What is the phenomenon called when a changing magnetic field induces an electric current in a conductor?

Accepted Answer

Electromagnetic induction

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Electrical induction

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Magnetic induction

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Electrostatic induction

Question 48

What is the primary function of a fuse in an electrical circuit?

Accepted Answer

To protect the circuit from excessive current

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To convert AC to DC

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To store electrical energy

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To regulate the flow of current

Question 49

Which of the following sources of electricity is considered renewable?

Accepted Answer

Solar power

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Nuclear power

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Coal

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Natural gas