PHYSICS

JAMB 2017 - Question 1

Physics 2017 JAMB Past Questions - Question 1: A waterfall is 420m high. calculate the difference in temperature of the water between the top and bottom of the waterfall assuming no heat is lost.

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A waterfall is 420m high. calculate the difference in temperature of the water between the top and bottom of the waterfall assuming no heat is lost.
A:
B:
C:
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Correct Answer

A

Explanation

Potential Energy = Heat Energy

mgh = McΔθ=gh/c=10×240/4.20×10^3

= 1.0°C

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