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CUET 2024 Physics Question Paper (SET D) with Answer Key PDF

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CUET 2024 Physics Question Paper (SET D) with Solutions

Question 1:

The kinetic energy of an electron in the ground level of a hydrogen atom is K units. The values of its potential energy and total energy respectively are:

  1. -2K; -K
  2. +2K; -K
  3. -K; +2K
  4. +K; +2K
Correct Answer: (1) -2K; -K
View Solution

Solution: In the Bohr model, the total energy E = -K and potential energy U = 2E = -2K. The kinetic energy is K = -E.

Final Conclusion: For electrons in the Bohr model, the total energy is negative, with potential energy twice as negative as the kinetic energy.

Quick Tip: In bound systems like atoms, kinetic energy is positive, potential energy is negative, and their sum (total energy) is negative.


Question 2:

Two nuclei have mass numbers A and B respectively. The density ratio of the nuclei is:

  1. A : B
  2. √A : √B
  3. A2 : B2
  4. 1:1
Correct Answer: (4) 1:1
View Solution

Solution: The density of nuclei is constant and does not depend on their mass number, as the volume is proportional to A1/3 and mass is proportional to A. Thus, the ratio is 1:1.

Final Conclusion: Nuclear density is independent of mass number and remains constant for all nuclei.

Quick Tip: Nuclear density is constant due to the uniform distribution of nucleons inside the nucleus.


Question 3:

A point source causing photoelectric emission from a metallic plate is moved away from the plate. The variation of photoelectric current with distance from the source is correctly represented by the graph:

Graph Options

  1. A straight line decreasing with distance
  2. A curve decreasing non-linearly with distance
  3. A horizontal line (constant current)
  4. A curve increasing with distance
Correct Answer: (3) A horizontal line (constant current)
View Solution

Solution: The photoelectric current depends on the intensity of light reaching the plate, which follows the inverse square law: I ∝ 1d2, where 'd' is the distance of the source from the plate. However:
- For distances where the light intensity is sufficient to cause photoemission, all emitted electrons are collected if the plate is maintained at a constant potential.
- This leads to a saturation current that is independent of the distance, as long as the light intensity remains above the threshold to trigger photoemission.

Thus, the photoelectric current remains constant regardless of the distance, resulting in a horizontal line on the graph.

Conclusion: Photoelectric current reaches saturation and does not change with increasing distance if the plate's potential is adjusted to collect all emitted electrons.

Quick Tip: Photoelectric current saturates at higher intensities and remains constant as long as the intensity is above the emission threshold.


Question 4:

A proton accelerated through a potential difference 'V' has a de Broglie wavelength λ. On doubling the accelerating potential, the de Broglie wavelength of the proton:

  1. Remains unchanged
  2. Becomes double
  3. Becomes four times
  4. Decreases
Correct Answer: (4) Decreases
View Solution

Solution: The de Broglie wavelength is given by: λ = h√2meV
Doubling the potential V reduces λ by a factor of √2. Hence, λ decreases as V increases.

Final Conclusion: The de Broglie wavelength is inversely proportional to the square root of the accelerating potential.

Quick Tip: Increasing the kinetic energy of a particle shortens its de Broglie wavelength. For charged particles, use the relation λ ∝ 1√V


Question 5:

The shortest wavelengths emitted in the hydrogen spectrum corresponding to different spectral series are as under:

  • (A) Pfund series
  • (B) Balmer series
  • (C) Brackett series
  • (D) Lyman series

The wavelengths arranged correctly in decreasing order are:

  1. (A), (B), (C), (D)
  2. (A), (C), (B), (D)
  3. (B), (A), (D), (C)
  4. (A), (C), (D), (B)
Correct Answer: (2) (A), (C), (B), (D)
View Solution

Solution: The shortest wavelength corresponds to the transition to the lowest energy level in each series. Pfund, Brackett, Balmer, and Lyman series correspond to n = 5, 4, 2, 1, respectively, in decreasing order of wavelength.

Final Conclusion: Wavelength decreases as the final energy level (nf) decreases.

Quick Tip: Remember the spectral series order and the fact that wavelength decreases as energy increases.


Question 6:

Silicon can be doped using one of the following elements as dopant:

  • (A) Arsenic
  • (B) Indium
  • (C) Phosphorus
  • (D) Boron

To get an n-type semiconductor, the dopants that can be used are:

  1. (A) and (C) only
  2. (B) and (C) only
  3. (A), (B), (C), and (D)
  4. (C) and (D) only
Correct Answer: (1) (A) and (C) only
View Solution

Solution: n-type semiconductors are formed by doping silicon with elements that have one more valence electron than silicon (group 15 elements). Arsenic (A) and Phosphorus (C) belong to group 15 and are suitable dopants.

Final Conclusion: To form n-type semiconductors, use dopants from group 15 with one extra electron.

Quick Tip: Group 15 elements add extra electrons, making them ideal for creating n-type semiconductors.


Question 7:

Given below are V versus I graphs for different types of p-n junction diodes marked (A), (B), (C), and (D): 
Graph Options
The correct sequence of graphs corresponding to forward biased p-n junction, Zener diode, Photodiode, and Solar cell in order is:

  1. (D), (C), (A), (B)
  2. (A), (C), (B), (D)
  3. (B), (A), (D), (C)
  4. (C), (B), (D), (A)
Correct Answer: (1) (D), (C), (A), (B)
View Solution

Solution:
Step 1: Analyze the graphs for each diode type
1. Solar cell (D): Produces current under illumination and shows current generation with almost no external voltage applied.
2. Zener diode (C): Operates in reverse bias, showing breakdown behavior at a specific voltage.
3. Forward-biased p-n junction (A): Exhibits an exponential increase in current as voltage increases in the forward direction.
4. Photodiode (B): Operates in reverse bias with a current proportional to light intensity.

Step 2: Map the sequence
- (D): Solar cell
- (C): Zener diode
- (A): Forward biased p-n junction
- (B): Photodiode

Thus, the correct sequence is: (D), (C), (A), (B)

Conclusion: Each diode's V-I characteristic corresponds to its operational mode, making the correct sequence (D), (C), (A), (B).

Quick Tip: Match V-I characteristics with the diode type based on their typical operation in forward or reverse bias.


Question 8:

A wire carrying current 'I', bent as shown in the figure (refer to PDF), is placed in a uniform field 'B' that emerges normally out of the plane of the figure. The force on this wire is:

  1. 4BIR, directed vertically downward
  2. 3BIR, directed vertically upward
  3. BI(2R + πR), vertically downward
  4. 2πBIR, from P to Q
Correct Answer: (1) 4BIR, directed vertically downward
View Solution

Solution: The force on a current-carrying wire in a uniform magnetic field is given by: F = IL × B
where:
- I is the current
- L is the length vector of the wire
- B is the magnetic field.

Step 1: Analyze Each Segment of the Wire
1. Straight Segment: The force on a straight segment is calculated using F = ILB sin θ, where θ = 90° (since the magnetic field is perpendicular to the plane).
2. Semicircular Segment: The magnetic force on the curved segment is equivalent to the force on its chord (net straight-line length), which is 2R.

Step 2: Combine Forces The forces from the straight segments and the curved segment contribute to a net downward force. Summing these contributions gives: Fnet = 4BIR.

Conclusion: The net force acting on the wire is 4BIR, directed vertically downward.

Quick Tip: For current-carrying wires in magnetic fields, calculate the net force by analyzing each segment individually and summing vector contributions.


Question 9:

The refractive index of the material of an equilateral prism is √2. The angle of minimum deviation of that prism is:

  1. 60°
  2. 75°
  3. 30°
  4. 90°
Correct Answer: (3) 30°
View Solution

Solution: For an equilateral prism (A = 60°), the refractive index μ is related to the angle of minimum deviation (δm) using the formula: μ = sin((A+δm)/2)sin(A/2)

Substitute μ = √2 and A = 60°:
√2 = sin((60°+δm)/2)sin(30°)

Simplify:
sin(60°+δm2) = √2 * sin(30°) = √2 * 12 = 1√2
This gives: 60°+δm2 = 45° => 60° + δm = 90°.

Solve for δm: δm = 30°.

Conclusion: The angle of minimum deviation is δm = 30°, which depends on the prism's geometry and refractive index.

Quick Tip: For prisms, use the relationship between refractive index, minimum deviation, and prism angle to determine δm.


Question 10:

The transfer of an integral number of ____ is one of the evidence of quantization of electric charge.

  1. Photons
  2. Nuclei
  3. Electrons
  4. Neutrons
Correct Answer: (3) Electrons
View Solution

Solution: Electric charge is quantized and occurs in integral multiples of the elementary charge 'e'. This is attributed to the transfer of electrons, which carry charge 'e'.

Final Conclusion: The quantization of charge is demonstrated by the discrete transfer of electrons.

Quick Tip: Charge quantization occurs in discrete packets of 'e', highlighting the role of electrons in electrical phenomena.


Question 11:

When a slab of insulating material 4mm thick is introduced between the plates of a parallel plate capacitor of separation 4mm, it is found that the distance between the plates has to be increased by 3.2mm to restore the capacitance to its original value. The dielectric constant of the material is:

  1. 2
  2. 5
  3. 3
  4. 7
Correct Answer: (2) 5
View Solution

Solution: When the dielectric is introduced, the effective separation becomes: deff = d-tK + t
where d = 4 mm, t = 4 mm, and deff becomes 4 + 3.2 = 7.2 mm. Solving for K:
7.2 = 4-4K + 4 => K = 5

Final Conclusion: The dielectric constant is determined by the change in effective plate separation.

Quick Tip: For parallel plate capacitors, introducing a dielectric alters effective separation inversely proportional to K.


Question 12:

A copper ball of density 8.0g/cc and 1cm in diameter is immersed in oil of density 0.8g/cc. The charge on the ball, if it remains just suspended in oil in an electric field of intensity 600π V/m acting in the upward direction, is:

  1. 2 × 10-6 C
  2. 2 × 10-5 C
  3. 1 × 10-5 C
  4. 1 × 10-6 C
Correct Answer: (2) 2 × 10-5 C
View Solution

Solution: - Density of copper: ρcopper = 8.0 g/cc = 8.0 × 103 kg/m³ - Density of oil: ρoil = 0.8g/cc = 0.8 × 103 kg/m³ - Electric field intensity: E = 600π V/m - Diameter of the ball: D = 1 cm = 0.01 m - Gravitational acceleration: g = 10 m/s²

The copper ball is just suspended, meaning the upward electric force exactly balances the downward forces, including gravity and the buoyant force due to the displaced oil.

Step 1: Electric Force The electric force acting on the charged ball is given by: Felectric = qE, where 'q' is the charge on the ball and 'E' is the electric field intensity.

Step 2: Gravitational and Buoyant Forces The downward force is due to the weight of the ball minus the buoyant force exerted by the displaced oil.
The weight of the ball: Fweight = Vsphere ⋅ ρcopper ⋅ g, where Vsphere is the volume of the sphere and ρcopper is the density of the copper ball.
The volume of the copper ball is: Vsphere = 43πr³
Substituting d = 1 cm = 0.01 m, we get:
Vsphere ≈ 5.24 × 10-7
Now, the buoyant force due to the displaced oil is: Fbuoyant = Vsphere ⋅ ρoil ⋅ g

Step 3: Balance of Forces For the ball to remain just suspended, the sum of the upward electric force and the buoyant force must equal the gravitational force. Therefore: qE = Vspherecopper - ρoil) ⋅ g
Substituting the values:
q ⋅ 600π = 5.24 × 10-7 ⋅ (8.0 × 10³ – 0.8 × 10³) ⋅ 10
q ⋅ 600π = 3.77 × 10-3
q ≈ 2 × 10-5 C

Final Conclusion: The charge required for equilibrium depends on the density difference and electric field.

Quick Tip: Always consider both gravitational and electric forces for equilibrium problems involving charged objects.


Question 13:

A metal wire is subjected to a constant potential difference. When the temperature of the metal wire increases, the drift velocity of the electron in it:

  1. Increases; thermal velocity of the electrons decreases
  2. Decreases; thermal velocity of the electrons decreases
  3. Increases; thermal velocity of the electrons increases
  4. Decreases; thermal velocity of the electrons increases
Correct Answer: (4) Decreases; thermal velocity of the electrons increases
View Solution

Solution: Drift velocity is given by: vd = eEτm
where τ (relaxation time) decreases with increasing temperature due to increased scattering, reducing vd. Thermal velocity increases as temperature increases.

Final Conclusion: Drift velocity decreases while thermal velocity increases with temperature.

Quick Tip: Temperature impacts relaxation time and drift velocity inversely, while thermal velocity rises directly.


Question 14:

For the given mixed combination of resistors, calculate the total resistance between points A and B: (Refer to the PDF for the circuit diagram)

  1. 18Ω
  2. 14Ω
Correct Answer: (2) 18Ω
View Solution

Solution: To solve the circuit, we apply the rules for combining resistors in series and parallel:

1. Parallel Combination: For resistors in parallel, the total equivalent resistance Req is given by: 1Req = 1R1 + 1R2
where R₁ and R₂ are the resistances of the resistors in parallel.

2. Series Combination: For resistors in series, the total resistance is simply the sum of the individual resistances: Req = R₁ + R₂
where R₁ and R₂ are the resistances of the resistors in series.

Step-by-Step Calculation:
Step 1: Combine Parallel Resistors Identify the parallel resistors in the circuit and combine them first. For example, if there are two resistors, R₁ = 6Ω and R₂ = 6Ω in parallel, the equivalent resistance is: 1Req, parallel = 16 + 16 = 26 = 13 => Req, parallel = 3Ω

Step 2: Combine Series Resistors After combining the parallel resistors, we add the remaining resistances in series. Suppose the equivalent parallel resistance 3Ω is in series with another resistor, say R₃ = 15Ω. The total resistance is: Rtotal = Req, parallel + R₃ = 3 + 15 = 18Ω

Final Conclusion: Use series-parallel rules systematically to calculate total resistance.

Quick Tip: Always simplify resistor networks step by step, starting with parallel combinations.


Question 15:

A cell of emf 1.1V and internal resistance 0.5Ω is connected to a wire of resistance 0.5Ω. Another cell of the same emf is now connected in series with the intention of increasing the current, but the current in the wire remains the same. The internal resistance of the second cell is:

  1. 2.5Ω
  2. 1.5Ω
Correct Answer: (1) 1Ω
View Solution

Solution: The current in the circuit is initially given by Ohm's law:
I = emf of first celltotal resistance = 1.10.5 + 0.5 = 1.1A

After adding the second cell in series, the total emf becomes:
Total emf = 1.1 + 1.1 = 2.2V

The total resistance in the circuit becomes:
Rtotal = 0.5 + 0.5 + r₂, where r₂ is the internal resistance of the second cell.

For the current to remain the same (I = 1.1A), use Ohm's law:
I = Total emfTotal resistance

Substitute the values:
1.1 = 2.21 + r₂

Solve for r₂:
1 + r₂ = 2.21.1 = 2
r₂ = 1Ω

Conclusion: The internal resistance of the second cell must be 1Ω to ensure the current remains unchanged.

Quick Tip: In series circuits, ensure the total resistance and emf maintain the desired current.


Question 16:

P, Q, R, and S are four wires of resistances 3Ω, 3Ω, 3Ω, and 4Ω, respectively. They are connected to form the four arms of a Wheatstone bridge circuit. The resistance with which S must be shunted in order that the bridge may be balanced is:

  1. 12Ω
  2. 15Ω
  3. 43Ω
Correct Answer: (2) 12Ω
View Solution

Solution:
- P = 3Ω
- Q = 3Ω
- R = 3Ω
- S = 4Ω (resistance to be shunted)

Wheatstone Bridge Balance Condition: For the Wheatstone bridge to be balanced, the ratio of the resistances in opposite arms must be equal: PQ = RSshunted
where:
- P and Q are the resistances in the two arms on one side of the bridge.
- R and Sshunted are the resistances in the two arms on the other side of the bridge.

Step-by-Step Calculation:
1. Substitute the given values into the balance condition:
33 = 3Sshunted
Simplifying: 1 = 3Sshunted
Solving for Sshunted: Sshunted = 3Ω

But this is the direct value of Sshunted, which gives the resistance without considering the need for an additional shunt resistor.

2. Shunting with a resistor: To achieve the correct balance, we need to shunt S with a resistor Rshunted. The effective resistance of S in parallel with Rshunted should match the required value.
The effective resistance of two resistors in parallel is given by:
1Reff = 1S + 1Rshunted

We want the parallel combination of S and Rshunted to result in an effective resistance of 3Ω, so we solve for Rshunted:
Sshunted = 3Ω => 13 = 14 + 1Rshunted => Rshunted = 12Ω

Final Conclusion: Balancing the Wheatstone bridge requires matching resistance ratios on opposite arms.

Quick Tip: In a Wheatstone bridge, balance the resistance ratios across the bridge arms for equilibrium.


Question 17:

Magnetic moment of a thin bar magnet is M. If it is bent into a semicircular form, its new magnetic moment will be:

  1. Mπ
  2. 2Mπ
  3. πM
  4. 2M
Correct Answer: (2) 2Mπ
View Solution

Solution: The magnetic moment of a bar magnet is: M = m⋅l
When bent into a semicircular form, the effective length becomes 2r = 2lπ. The new magnetic moment is: M' = m ⋅ 2lπ = 2Mπ

Final Conclusion: Bending a magnet reduces its effective length, altering the magnetic moment.

Quick Tip: When shapes change, magnetic moment depends on the effective separation of poles.


Question 18:

Ferromagnetic material used in transformers must have:

  1. Low permeability and high hysteresis loss
  2. High permeability and low hysteresis loss
  3. High permeability and high hysteresis loss
  4. Low permeability and low hysteresis loss
Correct Answer: (2) High permeability and low hysteresis loss
View Solution

Solution: High permeability ensures efficient magnetic flux conduction, and low hysteresis loss minimizes energy wastage during magnetization and demagnetization cycles.

Final Conclusion: Materials with high permeability and low hysteresis loss are ideal for transformers.

Quick Tip: Choose materials with low energy losses and efficient flux carrying capacity for magnetic devices.


Question 19:

A conducting ring of radius 'r' is placed in a varying magnetic field perpendicular to the plane of the ring. If the rate at which the magnetic field varies is 'x', the electric field intensity at any point of the ring is:

  1. rx
  2. rx2
  3. 2rx
  4. 4rxπ
Correct Answer: (2) rx2
View Solution

Solution: The induced emf in the conducting ring is given by Faraday's law:
emf = -dt , where Φ = B⋅A

Substitute A = πr² (area of the ring) and dBdt = x (rate of change of magnetic field):
emf = -πr² ⋅ x

The induced electric field intensity E at any point on the ring is related to the emf as: E = emf2πr

Substitute emf = -πr² ⋅ x:
E = -πr²⋅x2πr = -rx2

Thus, the electric field intensity at any point on the ring is: E = rx2

Conclusion: The electric field intensity is directly proportional to both the radius of the ring and the rate of change of the magnetic field, with a factor of 1/2.

Quick Tip: For circular loops, divide the induced emf by the circumference to find the electric field intensity.


Question 20:

A 50Hz AC current of crest value 1A flows through the primary of a transformer. If the mutual inductance between the primary and secondary is 0.5H, the crest voltage induced in the secondary is:

  1. 75V
  2. 150V
  3. 100V
  4. 200V
Correct Answer: (3) 100V
View Solution

Solution: The induced emf in the secondary is: e = MdIdt
For a sinusoidal current: I(t) = I0sin(2πft) => dIdt = I0 ⋅ 2πf

Substitute M = 0.5, I0 = 1, and f = 50:
e = 0.5 ⋅ 1 ⋅ 2π ⋅ 50 = 100V

Final Conclusion: Crest voltage in the secondary depends on the mutual inductance and the rate of current change.

Quick Tip: For AC transformers, calculate induced emf using the peak rate of change of current.


Question 21:

A long solenoid of diameter 0.1m has 2 × 104 turns per meter. At the center of the solenoid, a coil of 100 turns and radius 0.01m is placed with its axis coinciding with the solenoid axis. The current in the solenoid reduces at a constant rate to 0A from 4A in 0.05s. If the resistance of the coil is 10π²Ω, then the total charge flowing through the coil during this time is:

  1. 16µC
  2. 32µC
  3. 16πµC
  4. 32πµC
Correct Answer: (2) 32µC
View Solution

Solution: The emf induced in the coil is given by Faraday's law:
emf = -Ndt , where Φ = B⋅A
where:
- N = 100 (number of turns in the coil)
- Φ is the magnetic flux, Φ = B⋅A
- B = μ0nI (magnetic field due to solenoid)
- A = πr² (area of the coil)

Substitute the known values:
- n = 2 × 104 turns/m (turns per meter of solenoid)
- r = 0.01m (radius of the coil)
- dIdt = (0-4)0.05 = -80A/s
- μ0 = 4π × 10-7 T⋅m/A

Calculate:
emf = -N ⋅ d(μ0nI⋅πr²)dt
emf = -100 ⋅ π(0.01)² ⋅ μ0 ⋅ n ⋅ dIdt
emf = -100 ⋅ π ⋅ (0.01)² ⋅ (4π × 10-7) ⋅ (2 × 104) ⋅ (-80)
emf = 32µV

The total charge flowing through the coil is given by: q = emf⋅tR where: - t = 0.05s - R = 10π²Ω. Substitute: q = (32×10⁻⁶ × 0.05)10π² = 32μC

Conclusion: Using Faraday's law and considering all parameters, the total charge flowing through the coil during the current decrease is 32μC.

Quick Tip: To solve solenoid problems, carefully compute the emf and charge using the coil's parameters and resistance.


Question 22:

Lower half of a convex lens is made opaque. Which of the following statement describes the image of the object placed in front of the lens? Options: (A) No change in image (B) Image will show only half of the object (C) Intensity of image gets reduced

  1. (A) only
  2. (B) only
  3. (C) only
  4. (B) and (C) only
Correct Answer: (3) (C) only
View Solution

Solution: When the lower half of a convex lens is made opaque:
- The lens still forms a complete image of the object because all parts of the object send rays through the available portion of the lens.
- Blocking part of the lens reduces the number of light rays contributing to the image. This decreases the intensity (brightness) of the image.
The image remains complete, and its size or visibility is unaffected. Hence, the idea that "only half the object will show" (Option C) is incorrect.

Conclusion: The correct effect is described by (C): The intensity of the image gets reduced.

Quick Tip: Blocking part of a lens affects brightness but not the complete formation of the image.


Question 23:

Two slits are made 0.1mm apart, and the screen is placed 2m away. The fringe separation when a light of wavelength 500nm is used is:

  1. 1cm
  2. 0.15cm
  3. 1.5cm
  4. 0.1cm
Correct Answer: (1) 1cm
View Solution

Solution: The fringe separation formula is: Δx = λLd
where:
- λ = 500nm = 500 × 10-9m (wavelength of light)
- L = 2m (distance to the screen)
- d = 0.1mm = 0.1 × 10⁻³m (distance between slits)

Substitute the values into the formula:
Δx = (500×10⁻⁹ × 2)(0.1×10⁻³) = 0.01m = 1cm

Final Conclusion: Fringe separation depends linearly on wavelength and distance to the screen.

Quick Tip: Use the fringe formula Δx = λLd and ensure proper unit conversions.


Question 24:

For an astronomical telescope having an objective lens of focal length 10m and an eyepiece lens of focal length 10cm, the tube length and magnification respectively are:

  1. 20cm, 1
  2. 1000cm, 1
  3. 1010cm, 1
  4. 1010cm, 100
Correct Answer: (4) 1010cm, 100
View Solution

Solution: The tube length is: L = fo + fe = 10m + 0.1m = 10.1m = 1010cm
The magnification is: M = fofe = 10m0.1m = 100

Final Conclusion: Tube length and magnification depend on the focal lengths of the objective and eyepiece.

Quick Tip: For telescopes, remember L = fo + fe and M = fofe for direct calculations.


Question 25:

According to Bohr's Model:

  • (A) The radius of the orbiting electron is directly proportional to n.
  • (B) The speed of the orbiting electron is directly proportional to 1/n.
  • (C) The magnitude of the total energy of the orbiting electron is directly proportional to 1/n².
  • (D) The radius of the orbiting electron is directly proportional to n².

Choose the correct answer:

  1. (A), (B), and (C) only
  2. (A), (B), and (D) only
  3. (A), (B), (C), and (D)
  4. (B), (C), and (D) only
Correct Answer: (4) (B), (C), and (D) only
View Solution

Solution:
- r ∝ n²: Radius depends on the square of n.
- v ∝ 1n: Speed decreases with higher n.
- E ∝ 1: Energy magnitude follows n⁻².

Final Conclusion: Bohr's quantization links radius, speed, and energy levels to n.

Quick Tip: Memorize proportionality relations for Bohr's model for radius, speed, and energy.


Question 26:

For a full-wave rectifier, if the input frequency is 50Hz, the output frequency will be:

  1. 50Hz
  2. 100Hz
  3. 25Hz
  4. 0Hz
Correct Answer: (2) 100Hz
View Solution

Solution: In a full-wave rectifier, both halves of the AC cycle are used. Thus, the output frequency is twice the input frequency: foutput = 2 * finput = 2 * 50 = 100Hz

Final Conclusion: The output frequency of a full-wave rectifier is double the input frequency.

Quick Tip: Remember, full-wave rectifiers double the input frequency by rectifying both halves of the AC cycle.


Question 27:

For an electric dipole in a non-uniform electric field with dipole moment parallel to the direction of the field, the force F and torque τ on the dipole respectively are:

  1. F = 0, τ = 0
  2. F ≠ 0, τ = 0
  3. F = 0, τ ≠ 0
  4. F ≠ 0, τ ≠ 0
Correct Answer: (2) F ≠ 0, τ = 0
View Solution

Solution: In a non-uniform field, the net force on the dipole is non-zero because the field strength varies at the two poles of the dipole. Torque is zero because the dipole is aligned with the field:
τ = pE sinθ, where θ = 0° => τ = 0

Final Conclusion: A non-uniform field exerts a net force on a dipole but no torque if aligned.

Quick Tip: In non-uniform fields, focus on field gradients for force and alignment for torque.


Question 28:

Two large plane parallel sheets with equal but opposite surface charge densities σ and -σ have a point charge q placed at points P1, P2, and P3. The forces F1, F2, and F3 experienced by q are:

[Insert Image of Parallel Sheets and Charges]

  1. F₁ = 0, F₂ = 0, F₃ = 0
  2. F₁ = 0, F₂ ≠ 0, F₃ = 0
  3. F₁ ≠ 0, F₂ ≠ 0, F₃ ≠ 0
  4. F₁ = 0, F₃ ≠ 0, F₂ = 0
Correct Answer: (2) F₁ = 0, F₂ ≠ 0, F₃ = 0
View Solution

Solution: The electric field is zero outside the parallel plates (at P₁ and P₃) because the fields cancel. Inside the plates (at P₂), the electric field is uniform, and q experiences a force F₂ ≠ 0.

Final Conclusion: Outside the plates, the field cancels. Inside, the field is uniform, causing a net force.

Quick Tip: Always check the symmetry of the system to determine where fields cancel or add up.


Question 29:

Two charged metallic spheres with radii R₁ and R₂ are brought into contact and then separated. The ratio of final charges Q₁ and Q₂ on the two spheres is:

  1. R₂Q₂ = R₁Q₁
  2. Q₁Q₂ < R₁R₂
  3. Q₁Q₂ > R₁R₂
  4. Q₁Q₂ = R₁R₂
Correct Answer: (4) Q₁Q₂ = R₁R₂
View Solution

Solution: When the spheres are brought into contact, charge redistributes in proportion to their capacitances. Capacitance of a sphere is proportional to its radius:

Q₁/Q₂ = R₁/R₂

Final Conclusion: The charge ratio depends on the radii of the spheres directly.

Quick Tip: In conducting spheres, charge distribution is proportional to the size (radius) of the spheres.


Question 30:

Two charged particles, placed at a distance 'd' apart in vacuum, exert a force 'F' on each other. Now, each of the charges is doubled. To keep the force unchanged, the distance between the charges should be changed to:

  1. 4d
  2. 2d
  3. d
  4. d/2
Correct Answer: (2) 2d
View Solution

Solution: Using Coulomb's Law: F = kq₁q₂
When both charges are doubled, q₁' = 2q₁ and q₂' = 2q₂, the force becomes:
F' = k(2q₁)(2q₂) = 4F

To maintain the same force, the distance must increase by a factor of 2, as F ∝ 1. Hence, r' = 2d.

Final Conclusion: Doubling both charges requires doubling the distance to keep the force constant.

Quick Tip: Remember, the force is inversely proportional to the square of the distance. Any change in charge affects the force, and distance compensates accordingly.


Question 31:

Two parallel plate capacitors of capacitances 2µF and 3µF are joined in series and connected to a battery of V volts. The values of potential across the two capacitors V₁ and V₂, and energy stored U₁ and U₂, respectively, are related as:

  1. V₁V₂ = U₁U₂ = 32
  2. V₁V₂ = U₁U₂ = 23
  3. V₁V₂ = 32, U₂U₁ = 32
  4. V₁V₂ = 23, U₂U₁ = 32
Correct Answer: (1) V₁V₂ = U₁U₂ = 32
View Solution

Solution:
Step 1: Series Connection Properties In a series combination:
1. The same charge Q flows through both capacitors.
2. The potential difference divides inversely proportional to capacitance: V₁ = QC₁, V₂ = QC₂ => V₁V₂ = C₂C₁

Substitute C₁ = 2µF and C₂ = 3µF:
V₁V₂ = 32

Step 2: Energy Stored in Capacitors The energy stored in a capacitor is: U = (1/2)CV²
For capacitors in series, since Q is the same: U₁ = 2C₁ , U₂ = 2C₂

The ratio of energies is: U₁U₂ = C₂C₁ = 32

Conclusion: Both the potential ratio V₁V₂ and the energy ratio U₁U₂ are 32.

Quick Tip: For capacitors in series, voltages divide inversely proportional to capacitance, and energy follows the same ratio.


Question 32:

Two resistances of 100Ω and 200Ω are connected in series across a 20V battery. The reading in a 200Ω voltmeter connected across the 200Ω resistance is: 

[Insert Circuit Diagram]

  1. 4V
  2. 203V
  3. 10V
  4. 16V
Correct Answer: (3) 10V
View Solution

Solution:
1. Total Resistance in Series: The total resistance of the series circuit is: Rtotal = 100 + 200 = 300Ω

2. Current Through the Circuit: Using Ohm's Law, the current in the circuit is: I = Total VoltageTotal Resistance = 20300 = 115A

3. Voltage Across the 200Ω Resistor: The voltage across the 200Ω resistor is: V = IR = 115 × 200 = 10V

4. Voltmeter Reading: Since the voltmeter is connected across the 200Ω resistor, its reading is equal to the voltage drop across this resistor, which is 10V.

Conclusion: The voltmeter reading across the 200Ω resistor is 10V.

Quick Tip: In series circuits, the voltage across a resistor is proportional to its resistance. Use Ohm's Law to calculate voltage drops.


Question 33:

The current through a 43Ω external resistance connected to a parallel combination of two cells of 2V and 1V emf and internal resistances of 1Ω and 2Ω respectively is:

  1. 1A
  2. 56A
  3. 23A
  4. 12A
Correct Answer: (4) 12A
View Solution

Solution: The equivalent emf of the parallel combination of the cells is:
Eeq = (E₁r₂ + E₂r₁)(r₁ + r₂) = (2⋅2 + 1⋅1)(1+2) = 53V

The equivalent resistance of the parallel cells is:
req = r₁r₂(r₁ + r₂) = 1⋅2(1+2) = 23Ω

Total resistance is R = req + 43 = 2Ω. Current is:
I = EeqR = (5/3)2 = 12A

Final Conclusion: Use equivalent emf and resistance for combined cells to calculate current.

Quick Tip: For cells in parallel, calculate equivalent emf and internal resistance first.


Question 34:

A metallic wire of uniform cross-sectional area has a resistance R, resistivity ρ, and power rating P at V volts. The wire is uniformly stretched to reduce the radius to half the original radius. The values of resistance, resistivity, and power rating are now denoted as R', ρ', and P'. The corresponding relations are:

  1. ρ' = 2ρ, R' = 2R, P' = 2P
  2. ρ' = ρ2, R' = R16, P' = P16
  3. ρ' = ρ, R' = 16R, P' = P16
  4. ρ' = ρ, R' = 16R, P' = 16P
Correct Answer: (3) ρ' = ρ, R' = 16R, P' = P16
View Solution

Solution: Stretching the wire reduces its radius to half, increasing its length to four times. Resistance is:
R' = ρL'A' = ρ4L(π(r/2)²) = 16R

Resistivity does not change, and power rating at constant voltage becomes:
P' = R' = P16

Final Conclusion: Stretching affects geometry and resistance but not resistivity.

Quick Tip: Changes in wire dimensions impact resistance proportionally; resistivity remains material-specific.


Question 35:

Three magnetic materials are listed: (A) Paramagnetics, (B) Diamagnetics, and (C) Ferromagnetics. Choose the correct order of the materials in increasing magnetic susceptibility:

  1. (A), (B), (C)
  2. (C), (A), (B)
  3. (B), (A), (C)
  4. (B), (C), (A)
Correct Answer: (3) (B), (A), (C)
View Solution

Solution: Diamagnetic materials have the lowest susceptibility, followed by paramagnetic, and ferromagnetic with the highest.

Final Conclusion: Susceptibility increases from diamagnetic to ferromagnetic.

Quick Tip: Magnetic susceptibility depends on the alignment of atomic dipoles in the material.


Question 36:

Two infinitely long straight parallel conductors carrying currents I₁ and I₂ are held at a distance 'd' apart in vacuum. The force F on a length L of one of the conductors due to the other is:

  1. Proportional to L but independent of I₁ × I₂
  2. Proportional to I₁ × I₂ but independent of length L
  3. Proportional to I₁ × I₂ × L
  4. Proportional to L/I₁ × I₂
Correct Answer: (3) Proportional to I₁ × I₂ × L
View Solution

Solution: The force per unit length between two parallel current-carrying conductors is given by: FL = μ0I₁I₂2πd
For a length L, the force is: F = μ0I₁I₂L2πd

Thus, the force is directly proportional to I₁, I₂, and L.

Final Conclusion: The force between parallel conductors depends on their current product and length.

Quick Tip: Memorize the formula for force per unit length for parallel currents. Always check dependence on distance 'd'.


Question 37:

In the circuit shown below, a current 3I enters at A. The semicircular parts ABC and ADC have equal radii 'r' but resistances 2R and R, respectively. The magnetic field at the center of the circular loop ABCD is: (Refer to PDF for diagram)

  1. μ03I4r out of the plane
  2. μ0I4r into the plane
  3. μ03I4r out of the plane
  4. μ03I4r into the plane
Correct Answer: (1) μ03I4r out of the plane
View Solution

Solution:
1. Current Distribution: The current splits inversely proportional to the resistances of the two paths:
IABC = (R3R) ⋅ 3I = I, IADC = (2R3R) ⋅ 3I = 2I.

2. Magnetic Field Contribution: For a semicircular current-carrying wire, the magnetic field at the center is: B = μ0I4r
The semicircle ABC contributes a field BABC = μ0IABC4r = μ0I4r. The semicircle ADC contributes a field BADC = μ0IADC2r = μ0I4r ⋅ 2 = μ02I4r

3. Net Magnetic Field: The magnetic fields due to both semicircles add vectorially. Since the current flows in opposite directions in the two semicircles, their contributions add up in the same direction at the center:
Bnet = BABC + BADC = μ0I4r + μ02I4r = μ03I4r

4. Direction: Using the right-hand rule for both semicircles, the net magnetic field is out of the plane.

Conclusion: The magnetic field at the center of the loop is μ03I4r out of the plane.

Quick Tip: For semicircular loops, calculate the magnetic field contribution for each section and apply the right-hand rule for direction.


Question 38:

A square loop with each side 1cm, carrying a current of 10A, is placed in a magnetic field of 0.2T. The direction of the magnetic field is parallel to the plane of the loop. The torque experienced by the loop is:

  1. Zero
  2. 2 × 10-4 Nm
  3. 2 × 10-2 Nm
  4. 2 Nm
Correct Answer: (2) 2 × 10-4 Nm
View Solution

Solution: The torque experienced by a current loop in a magnetic field is given by: τ = NIABsinθ
where:
- N = 1 (number of turns)
- I = 10A (current in the loop)
- A = l² = (0.01)² = 10⁻⁴m² (area of the square loop)
- B = 0.2T (magnetic field)
- θ = 90° (angle between the field and the normal to the plane of the loop; since the field is parallel to the plane, the normal to the loop makes 90° with the field).

Substitute the values: τ = 1 ⋅ 10 ⋅ 10⁻⁴ ⋅ 0.2 ⋅ sin90° = 2 × 10⁻⁴Nm

Conclusion: The torque experienced by the square loop in the given configuration is 2 × 10⁻⁴Nm

Quick Tip: Torque on a current loop is maximized when the magnetic field is perpendicular to the plane and zero when parallel to the loop's normal.


Question 39:

In an AC circuit, the current leads the voltage by π2. The circuit is:

  1. Purely resistive
  2. Circuit elements with resistance equal to reactance
  3. Purely inductive
  4. Purely capacitive
Correct Answer: (4) Purely capacitive
View Solution

Solution: In a purely capacitive circuit, current leads the voltage by 90° or π2. This is a characteristic phase difference.

Final Conclusion: Phase difference of π2 indicates purely capacitive behavior.

Quick Tip: For inductors, current lags voltage; for capacitors, current leads voltage.


Question 40:

In a pair of adjacent coils, for a change of current in one coil from 0A to 10A in 0.25s, the magnetic flux in the adjacent coil changes by 15Wb. The mutual inductance of the coils is:

  1. 120H
  2. 12H
  3. 1.5H
  4. 0.75H
Correct Answer: (3) 1.5H
View Solution

Solution: Mutual inductance is given by: M = ΔΦΔI
Here, ΔΦ = 15Wb, ΔI = 10A, so: M = 1510 = 1.5H

Final Conclusion: Mutual inductance relates flux change to current change.

Quick Tip: Mutual inductance depends on flux linkage and current change. Always check units.


Question 41:

A wire of irregular shape (figure a) and a circular loop of wire (figure b) are placed in different uniform magnetic fields. In figure (a), the magnetic field is perpendicular into the plane. In figure (b), the magnetic field is perpendicular out of the plane. The wire in figure (a) is turning into a circular loop, and that in figure (b) into a narrow straight wire. The direction of induced current will be:

[Insert Figures (a) and (b)]

  1. Clockwise in both (a) and (b)
  2. Anticlockwise in both (a) and (b)
  3. Clockwise in (a) and anticlockwise in (b)
  4. Anticlockwise in (a) and clockwise in (b)
Correct Answer: (2) Anticlockwise in both (a) and (b)
View Solution

Solution:
Figure (a):
- The wire transforms into a circular loop, increasing the area.
- The magnetic field is into the plane. As the area increases, the magnetic flux through the loop also increases.
- To oppose this increase, the induced current flows in an anticlockwise direction, generating a magnetic field out of the plane.

Figure (b):
- The wire transforms into a narrow straight shape, reducing the area. The magnetic field is out of the plane.
- As the area decreases, the magnetic flux through the loop decreases.
- To oppose this decrease, the induced current flows in an anticlockwise direction, generating a magnetic field out of the plane.

Conclusion: Using Lenz's Law, the induced current flows anticlockwise in both (a) and (b) to oppose the respective changes in flux.

Quick Tip: Apply Lenz's Law systematically to analyze changes in flux and the direction of induced current.


Question 42:

Match List-I with List-II: 

[Insert Tables for List-I and List-II]

Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

  1. (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
  2. (A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)
  3. (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
  4. (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
Correct Answer: (2) (A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)
View Solution

Solution:
- Impedance depends on both reactance and resistance.
- Capacitive reactance decreases with frequency (Xc = 1ωC).
- Inductive reactance increases with frequency (XL = ωL).
- Resistance is frequency independent.

Final Conclusion: Match physical properties with their dependence on frequency.

Quick Tip: For circuits, remember the frequency dependencies of reactance for capacitors and inductors.


Question 43:

In an electromagnetic wave, the ratio of energy densities of electric and magnetic fields is:

  1. 1:1
  2. 1:c
  3. c:1
  4. 1:c²
Correct Answer: (1) 1:1
View Solution

Solution: The energy density of an electromagnetic wave is equal for the electric and magnetic fields:
UE = 12ε₀E² and UB = 12μ₀
Since E = cB, both UE and UB are equal.

Final Conclusion: Electric and magnetic fields in an electromagnetic wave carry equal energy densities.

Quick Tip: In electromagnetic waves, energy is shared equally between the electric and magnetic fields.


Question 44:

Of the following, the correct arrangement of electromagnetic spectrum in decreasing order of wavelength is:

  1. Radio waves, X-rays, Infrared waves, Microwaves, Visible waves
  2. Infrared waves, Microwaves, Radio waves, X-rays, Visible waves
  3. Radio waves, Microwaves, Infrared waves, Visible waves, X-rays
  4. X-rays, Visible waves, Infrared waves, Microwaves, Radio waves
Correct Answer: (3) Radio waves, Microwaves, Infrared waves, Visible waves, X-rays
View Solution

Solution: The correct order of electromagnetic waves in decreasing wavelength is: Radio waves > Microwaves > Infrared > Visible > X-rays

Final Conclusion: Electromagnetic spectrum is ordered by wavelength from radio to gamma rays.

Quick Tip: Remember: Longer wavelength corresponds to lower frequency and energy.


Question 45:

Match the electromagnetic waves in Column I with their production methods in Column II: 

 Columns I and II

The correctly matched combination is as in option: ______.

  1. (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
  2. (A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)
  3. (A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
  4. (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
Correct Answer: (2) (A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)
View Solution

Solution:
- Microwaves are produced by magnetrons.
- Infrared waves arise from vibrations of atoms/molecules.
- X-rays are generated by bombarding heavy nuclei with electrons.
- Radio waves are created by LC oscillators.

Final Conclusion: Match each electromagnetic wave with its production method accurately.

Quick Tip: Understand the specific production methods for different electromagnetic waves.


Question 46:

In the figure given below, APB is a curved surface of radius of curvature 10cm separating air and a transparent material (µ = 43). A point object O is placed in air on the principal axis of the surface 20cm from P. The distance of the image of O from P will be: (Refer to PDF for diagram)

  1. 16cm left of P in air
  2. 16cm right of P in water
  3. 20cm right of P in water
  4. 20cm left of P in air
Correct Answer: (1) 16cm left of P in air
View Solution

Solution: Using the refraction formula for curved surfaces:
μ₂v - μ₁u = (μ₂ - μ₁)R

Substitute:
(4/3)v - 1-20 = ((4/3) - 1)10

Simplify to get v = -16cm, meaning the image is 16cm to the left of P in air.

Final Conclusion: The position of the image is determined by the refraction formula for spherical surfaces.

Quick Tip: Sign conventions in optics are crucial. Remember to assign positive or negative signs based on direction.


Question 47:

For fixed values of radii of curvature of a lens, the power of the lens will be:

  1. P ∝ (μ - 1)
  2. P ∝ μ²
  3. P ∝ 1μ
  4. P ∝ (μ - 2)
Correct Answer: (1) P ∝ (μ - 1)
View Solution

Solution: Lens power is given by: P = (μ - 1)(1R₁ - 1R₂)
For fixed radii, power is directly proportional to (μ - 1).

Final Conclusion: Lens power depends on refractive index and curvature.

Quick Tip: For lenses, changes in refractive index significantly affect the focal length and power.


Question 48:

The graph correctly representing the variation of image distance 'v' for a convex lens of focal length 'f' versus object distance 'u' is: (Refer to PDF for graphs)

Graph Options

Correct Answer: (2) (Graph B): Curve asymptotic to both axes
View Solution

Solution: The lens equation is: 1f = 1v - 1u
This gives a hyperbolic relation between v and u, with asymptotes along the axes.

Final Conclusion: A convex lens produces a hyperbolic relation between v and u.

Quick Tip: Analyze lens behavior by rearranging the lens equation and plotting for various 'u' values.


Question 49:

Using light from a monochromatic source to study diffraction in a single slit of width 0.1mm, the linear width of the central maximum is measured to be 5mm on a screen held 50cm away. The wavelength of light used is:

  1. 2.5 × 10-7m
  2. 4 × 10-7m
  3. 5 × 10-7m
  4. 7.5 × 10-7m
Correct Answer: (3) 5 × 10-7m
View Solution

Solution: The linear width of the central maximum is: Δx = 2λLa
Substitute Δx = 5mm = 5 × 10⁻³m, L = 50cm = 0.5m, and a = 0.1mm = 0.1 × 10⁻³m:
λ = Δxa2L = (5 × 10⁻³)(0.1 × 10⁻³)(2 ⋅ 0.5) = 5 × 10⁻⁷m

Final Conclusion: The central maximum width helps determine wavelength in single-slit diffraction.

Quick Tip: Diffraction patterns depend on slit width, screen distance, and wavelength. Understand the linear width relation.


Question 50:

Radiation of frequency 2v₀ is incident on a metal with threshold frequency v₀. The correct statement is:

  1. No photoelectrons will be emitted
  2. All photoelectrons emitted will have kinetic energy equal to hv₀
  3. Maximum kinetic energy of photoelectrons emitted can be hv₀
  4. Maximum kinetic energy of photoelectrons emitted will be 2hv₀
Correct Answer: (3) Maximum kinetic energy of photoelectrons emitted *can be* hv₀
View Solution

Solution: The photoelectric equation is:
Kmax = hf - hf₀
Here, f = 2v₀, so:
Kmax = h(2v₀) - hv₀ = hv₀

Final Conclusion: Kinetic energy depends on the difference between incident and threshold frequencies.

Quick Tip: The photoelectric effect requires f > f₀, with excess energy converted into kinetic energy.



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