JAMB Physics 1979 Question 48

Question 48

Electromagnetic Spectrum

Radio carrier waves are generated by causing electrons to oscillate rapidly in

  1. A.a microphone
  2. B.a television camera
  3. C.an antenna
  4. D.coaxial cables
  5. E.a transmitter.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (a transmitter.)

Explanation

The radio transmitter contains the oscillator circuit that makes electrons oscillate at the carrier frequency; the antenna then radiates the wave.