Sound waves cannot travel through MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Sound waves cannot travel through
A. Vacuum
B. Water
C. Air
D. Steel
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Sound requires material medium. Vacuum has no particles.

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A gas expands at constant pressure. The work done by the gas is given by:
A. P/V
B. PΔV
C. VΔP
D. Δ(PV)

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
For constant pressure (isobaric) process, work done by gas W = PΔV, where ΔV is change in volume. This derives from mechanical work W = F·d and pressure P = F/A, so F = PA, and dV = A·d, thus W = P·dV. Option D Δ(PV) applies to other contexts like enthalpy. Memory tip: 'Isobaric work = P times volume change'. This fundamental thermodynamics result is frequently used in first law applications. Competitive exams often combine this with ideal gas law for numerical problems; always verify process constraints (constant P here).

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SONAR technology utilizes which type of waves?
A. Radio waves
B. Ultrasonic waves
C. Infrasonic waves
D. Visible light

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
SONAR (Sound Navigation and Ranging) uses ultrasonic waves (frequency > 20 kHz) because they have high directionality, short wavelength for better resolution, and minimal absorption in water. Radio waves attenuate rapidly in water; infrasonic waves have long wavelengths unsuitable for detection; light doesn't propagate far in water. Memory tip: 'Ultra = beyond human hearing; used in SONAR/ultrasound imaging'. This application question tests knowledge of wave frequency ranges and their practical uses, common in competitive exams linking physics to technology. Always recall frequency thresholds: infrasonic 20kHz.

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Which of the following is not a fundamental unit in SI?
A. Ampere
B. Newton
C. Kilogram
D. Kelvin

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Fundamental units: kg, m, s, A, K, mol, cd. Newton is derived (kg m/s²). Therefore, Newton is not fundamental. Remember the seven base units.

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