PHYSICS

JAMB 2008 - Question 30

Physics 2008 JAMB Past Questions - Question 30: I. Total internal reflection of light II.Conservation of light energy III.Relative motion of the earth sun and moon IV.Rectilinear propagation of light Which of the above is a phenomenon of total solar eclipse ?

Choose the correct answers from the options given.
I. Total internal reflection of light II.Conservation of light energy III.Relative motion of the earth sun and moon IV.Rectilinear propagation of light Which of the above is a phenomenon of total solar eclipse ?
A:
B:
C:
D:
Examkits App

Examkit's JAMB CBT App

Practice JAMB offline with our Online, PC and Mobile App

  • ✅ 25+ years of past questions (2000 to 2025)
  • ✅ Video solutions and explanation to questions
  • ✅ E-library
  • ✅ Study by topic
  • ✅ And more.

Correct Answer

D

Explanation

Due to rectilinear propagation of light we have eclipse which occur as a result relative motion of the earth, sun and moon.
A total solar eclipse is a complex event involving multiple phenomena. Let's break down your options:

I. Total internal reflection of light: Total internal reflection is a phenomenon that occurs when light traveling in a medium strikes the boundary with another medium at an angle greater than the critical angle, causing all the light to be reflected back into the original medium. This phenomenon is not directly related to a total solar eclipse.

II. Conservation of light energy: The conservation of energy is a fundamental principle that applies to various physical phenomena, including the behavior of light. However, it's not specific to a total solar eclipse.

III. Relative motion of the Earth, Sun, and Moon: The relative motion of the Earth, Sun, and Moon is a key factor in the occurrence of a total solar eclipse. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, temporarily blocking the Sun's light.

IV. Rectilinear propagation of light: The rectilinear propagation of light is a fundamental property of light, which means that light travels in straight lines unless it interacts with matter. This property is relevant to understanding how eclipses occur, as light from the Sun is blocked in a straight-line path by the Moon during a total solar eclipse.

So, the phenomena related to a total solar eclipse are:

III. Relative motion of the Earth, Sun, and Moon
IV. Rectilinear propagation of light

These phenomena are essential for understanding the occurrence of a total solar eclipse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Examkits is a JAMB CBT practice platform that provides over 20 years of past questions, Post UTME questions, and detailed video solutions to help students prepare for their exams.

You can practice JAMB past questions online, on Android, or on a desktop using the Examkits app. Just register on our website and choose your preferred device.

Yes. Our Android and Windows versions support offline usage. Once downloaded and activated, no internet is required to use most of the features.

Yes, Examkits provides detailed video explanations for all JAMB past questions from 2000 to 2024, helping students understand how to solve each problem.

Examkits offers free practice for some subjects. However, full access requires a one-time affordable activation fee for each version of the app.