The use of barometer as an altimeter - Jamb Physics Past Questions and Answers

Question 1:

• JAMB 2019

If the time of flight is 96seconds, calculate the horizontal range through the point of projection.

A. 84400m
B. 69000m
C. 61440m
D. 24000m

Question 2:

• JAMB 1986

Mercury is suitable as a barometric fluid because it

A. Expands uniformly
B. Is opaque
C. Is several times denser than water
D. Is a good conductor of heat

Question 3:

• JAMB 1987

As a result of air at the top of a barometer, the height of the mercury column is 73.5cm when it should be 75.0cm; the volume of the space above the mercury is 8.0cm³. Calculate the correct barometer height when the barometer reads 74.0cm and the volume of the space above the mercury is 6.0cm³.

A. 72.0cm
B. 74.5cm
C. 75.1cm
D. 76.0cm

Question 4:

• JAMB 1991

Which of the following is the most suitable for use as an altimeter?

A. A mecury barometer
B. A fortin barometer
C. A mecury manometer
D. An aneroid barometer

Question 5:

• JAMB 1991

Which of the following is the most suitable for use as an altimeter?

A. A mecury barometer
B. A fortin barometer
C. A mecury manometer
D. An aneroid barometer