CUET PG 2024 Nanoscience 28th March 2024 Shift 2 Question Paper with Solution PDF is available for download here. Students found the Nanomaterials and Characterization Techniques section easy, Quantum Nanoscience moderate, and Advanced Nanotechnology Applications difficult. The Advanced Nanotechnology Applications section carried the highest weightage, and the overall difficulty level was moderate to difficult.
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The First Law of Thermodynamics represents:
The First Law of Thermodynamics states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed. For a closed system, the change in internal energy (∆U) equals the heat added (Q) minus the work done (W): ∆U = Q - W.
Carnot engine is a reversible engine. It can be proved from the:
The Carnot engine operates with maximum efficiency due to reversibility, supported by the Second Law of Thermodynamics. It involves zero total entropy change (∆S = 0) during its reversible processes, ensuring no violation of this law.
From the Hall Effect experiment, one can measure:
The Hall Effect measures charge carrier concentration and mobility using Hall voltage. It provides insight into carrier density (n) and their movement under an electric field, critical for understanding material properties.
With the reduction in particle size, optical absorption spectrum shows:
Quantum confinement increases band gap as particle size reduces, requiring higher energy for electronic transitions. This causes a shift to shorter wavelengths (blue shift) in the optical absorption spectrum.
Bragg's law of diffraction is used to determine the:
Bragg's law (nλ = 2d sinθ) explains constructive interference in X-ray diffraction, determining crystal structures through interplanar spacing (d) and diffraction patterns of atomic planes.
A bipolar junction transistor is said to be in active mode if:
In active mode, the base-emitter junction is forward biased, and the collector-base junction is reverse biased, allowing the BJT to function as an amplifier with high current gain.
In a Quantum dot, degree of confinement is:
In a quantum dot, electrons are confined in all three spatial dimensions, leading to discrete energy levels. This unique property distinguishes quantum dots from quantum wells and wires, which have lesser degrees of confinement.
The failure of Michelson-Morley experiment indicated:
The Michelson-Morley experiment disproved the existence of ether and confirmed that the speed of light is constant in all inertial frames, a cornerstone of Einstein's theory of special relativity.
A rigid body is dropped from the top of a tower. Midway it splits in two unequal parts. The Centre of mass of the system:
The center of mass is unaffected by internal forces (e.g., splitting of the rigid body). Only external forces, like gravity, influence its motion, which remains vertical in this case.
A system in thermodynamic equilibrium satisfies the following requirements:
Thermodynamic equilibrium requires mechanical equilibrium (uniform pressure), chemical equilibrium (constant composition), and thermal equilibrium (uniform temperature across the system).
Which of the following orbitals will have a radial node?
A radial node is a region in an atomic orbital where the radial probability density is zero. The number of radial nodes is given by: Radial Nodes = n - ℓ - 1. For the 2s orbital (n = 2, ℓ = 0), Radial Nodes = 2 - 0 - 1 = 1. Thus, only the 2s orbital has a radial node.
Primitive cell has ... lattice point per unit cell:
A primitive cell contains one lattice point, with each corner shared by 8 adjacent cells. The contribution of each corner is 1/8, resulting in a total of 8 × 1/8 = 1 lattice point per unit cell.
Filling of electrons in degenerate orbitals is governed by:
Hund's rule states that electrons fill degenerate orbitals singly first, with parallel spins, to minimize electron repulsion. This maximizes the total spin of the system and results in the most stable configuration.
Arrange the following radiations in terms of the increasing order of their ionizing power:
(A) X-rays
(B) Beta-particles
(C) Alpha-particles
(D) Gamma-rays
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
The ionizing power increases in the order: X-rays < Beta particles < Gamma rays < Alpha particles. This is due to their respective masses and charges, with alpha particles being the most ionizing but least penetrating.
No two particles can occupy the same state is the consequence of:
The Pauli Exclusion Principle, a result of Fermi-Dirac statistics, states that no two fermions (e.g., electrons) can occupy the same quantum state in a system, explaining atomic and molecular structures.
Which of the following metals possesses the highest melting point?
Among alkali metals, lithium has the highest melting point due to its small atomic size and strong metallic bonding. The melting point decreases down the group as atomic size increases and bonding weakens.
The factors that influence the ionization energy are:
Ionization energy depends on atomic size, nuclear charge, and the type of electron being removed. Smaller atoms with higher charges and s-electrons exhibit higher ionization energies.
The number of gram molecules of a substance present in unit volume is termed as:
Molar concentration, or molarity, measures the number of moles of a solute per liter of solution and is crucial in stoichiometric and titration calculations.
Among the following molecules, the one with the highest dipole moment is:
CH3Cl has the highest dipole moment due to its single C-Cl bond, which is highly polar and lacks significant cancellation, unlike CH2Cl2, CHCl3, or CCl4.
Toluene reacts with a halogen in the presence of iron (III) chloride giving ortho and para compounds. The reaction is:
Toluene undergoes electrophilic substitution, where the methyl group activates the ortho and para positions, leading to halogenation in the presence of FeCl3.
Scanning tunneling microscope works on the principle of:
The scanning tunneling microscope (STM) operates on the principle of quantum mechanical tunneling. A sharp conducting tip close to a surface allows electrons to tunnel through the vacuum, creating a current dependent on the tip-sample distance, enabling atomic-scale imaging.
Strongest acid among the following is:
3-Nitrobenzoic acid is the strongest acid because the nitro group is a strong electron-withdrawing substituent, stabilizing the conjugate base through the inductive effect. This stabilization increases the acidity compared to other compounds listed.
The number of isomers for the compound with molecular formula C2BrCIFI is:
The compound C2BrCIFI forms 6 isomers, including structural isomers (different connectivity), geometrical isomers (cis-trans configurations), and optical isomers (chiral centers).
Which of the following statements is incorrect about sucrose?
Sucrose is a non-reducing sugar as it lacks a free aldehyde or ketone group. Its glucose and fructose units are linked by their anomeric carbons, preventing reactivity with Benedict's or Tollens' solutions.
Which of the following are called artificial atoms?
Quantum dots exhibit discrete energy levels similar to atoms due to quantum confinement. These "artificial atoms" are used in imaging, quantum computing, and photovoltaic applications.
Which scientist is often referred to as the Father of Nanotechnology?
Richard Feynman is known as the "Father of Nanotechnology" for his 1959 lecture, "There's Plenty of Room at the Bottom," envisioning manipulation of matter at the atomic level.
X-rays are used for the determination of crystal structure because:
X-rays are suitable for crystal structure determination because their wavelengths match the interplanar spacing in crystals, allowing diffraction analysis based on Bragg's law.
Carbon nanotubes are nanostructures:
Carbon nanotubes are one-dimensional nanostructures with exceptional properties such as high strength and electrical conductivity, widely used in material science and nanotechnology.
Tendency of an atom to attract electrons to itself when combined in a group is called:
Electronegativity measures an atom's ability to attract electrons in a chemical bond. Factors include atomic size and nuclear charge, with fluorine being the most electronegative element.
Which of the following diodes is used in voltage-regulation circuits?
Zener diodes operate in reverse breakdown to provide a constant output voltage, making them essential in voltage regulation and surge protection circuits.
Which of the following statements is correct about the photoelectric effect?
The photoelectric effect occurs when photons of sufficient frequency (above the threshold frequency) strike a material, ejecting electrons. The intensity of light affects the number of electrons emitted but not their ejection.
Which of the following bonds has the highest bond energy?
Triple bonds (C≡C) have the highest bond energy due to their stronger overlap of orbitals, followed by double bonds (C=C) and single bonds (C-C). The C-H bond is strong but not stronger than C≡C.
Which property of colloidal solutions is used in ultracentrifugation?
Ultracentrifugation relies on sedimentation, where particles settle under high-speed centrifugal forces, allowing separation of colloidal particles based on size and density.
The phenomenon responsible for the splitting of spectral lines in the presence of a magnetic field is:
The Zeeman effect refers to the splitting of spectral lines when atoms or molecules are exposed to a magnetic field, caused by the interaction of magnetic moments with the external field.
Which among the following has the highest electrical conductivity?
Graphite exhibits the highest electrical conductivity due to its delocalized π-electrons, allowing charge mobility across its layers. Other forms of carbon lack this efficient electron delocalization.
Which of the following gases is used as a coolant in nuclear reactors?
Helium is an ideal coolant in nuclear reactors due to its chemical inertness, high thermal conductivity, and low neutron absorption cross-section, ensuring reactor efficiency and safety.
Which type of hybridization is observed in graphite?
In graphite, each carbon atom undergoes sp2 hybridization, forming planar hexagonal structures with delocalized π-electrons responsible for its electrical conductivity.
The law of octaves in chemistry was proposed by:
Newlands proposed the Law of Octaves, observing that every eighth element showed similar properties when elements were arranged by increasing atomic mass.
Which of the following is used to measure blood pressure?
A sphygmomanometer is specifically designed to measure blood pressure, utilizing a cuff, pump, and manometer for accurate readings.
What is the SI unit of luminous intensity?
Candela is the SI unit of luminous intensity, defined as the light emitted by a source in a particular direction per unit solid angle.
Which of the following properties is NOT exhibited by TH cells?
Helper T cells (TH cells) play a crucial role in adaptive immunity by stimulating B cell division, activating cytotoxic T cells, and enhancing macrophage activity. However, they are not cytotoxic themselves; cytotoxicity is performed by cytotoxic T cells (CD8+).
In germ line gene therapy, a healthy gene is inserted into:
Germline gene therapy involves modifying germ cells (sperms or eggs) to ensure genetic corrections are inherited by future generations. Somatic cells like hepatic or fibroblast cells are not involved in this process.
Restriction Endonuclease type I is involved in:
Type I restriction enzymes have both endonuclease (DNA cleavage) and methyltransferase (DNA methylation) activities. They cleave DNA at random sites far from the recognition sequence, while Type II enzymes cut at specific sites.
The Ti plasmid of Agrobacterium tumefaciens contains a transposon called:
The Ti plasmid's T-DNA segment integrates into the plant genome, inducing tumor formation. It is essential for transferring genes in genetic engineering using Agrobacterium tumefaciens.
Nitrogenase enzyme involved in nitrogen fixation works best in:
Nitrogenase is highly sensitive to oxygen and functions effectively under anaerobic conditions. In legumes, leghemoglobin binds oxygen, creating an oxygen-free environment for nitrogenase activity.
Arrange the following electromagnetic radiations in the order of decreasing wavelength:
Electromagnetic radiations ordered by decreasing wavelength are: Microwaves > Visible rays > X-rays > Gamma rays. Longer wavelengths correspond to lower energy.
Which of the following is correct about electromagnetic waves?
Electromagnetic waves travel in a vacuum (B) and include X-rays (D). Sound waves are not electromagnetic and require a medium for propagation.
Which of the following statements is correct?
Strong acids produce weak conjugate bases, and the larger the pKa, the weaker the acid, leading to a stronger conjugate base. Statements A and D are correct.
Arrange the following halides from most to least negative enthalpies of formation:
Halides ranked by decreasing enthalpy of formation: Fluoride > Chloride > Bromide > Iodide. Smaller ions form stronger lattice energies, resulting in more negative enthalpies.
Arrange the following oxoacids in the order of their increasing acidic strength:
Acidic strength increases with the number of oxygen atoms: HOCI < HOCl2 < HOCl3 < HOCl4. More oxygen atoms stabilize the conjugate base, enhancing acidity.
Arrange the following in the order of increasing basic strength:
Basic strength decreases down Group 15 due to increasing atomic size, which reduces electron pair availability. The order is: BiH3 < AsH3 < PH3 < NH3.
Arrange the following in decreasing order of nucleophilicity:
Anions (e.g., NH2-, OH-) are stronger nucleophiles than neutral molecules (e.g., NH3, H2O). Nucleophilicity decreases with increasing electronegativity.
The correct order of steps in PCR is:
PCR consists of three steps: Denaturation (separating DNA strands at 95°C), Annealing (primer binding at 50-65°C), and Extension (DNA synthesis at 72°C).
Which of the following enzymes of the Krebs cycle is also involved in the mitochondrial electron transport system?
Succinate dehydrogenase is part of both the Krebs cycle (converting succinate to fumarate) and the electron transport chain (complex II, transferring electrons to ubiquinone).
Sequential steps of Prophase of Meiosis I:
The stages of Prophase I are: Leptotene (chromosome condensation), Zygotene (homolog pairing), Pachytene (crossing over), Diplotene (chiasmata visible), and Diakinesis (final condensation).
The conditions for a reversible isothermal process are:
Reversible isothermal processes require constant temperature and infinitesimally slow changes to maintain equilibrium throughout the process.
Crystalline materials possess:
Crystalline materials have a periodic atomic arrangement and sharp melting points due to their ordered structure. Isotropic properties are observed in amorphous materials.
Which of the following are the correct postulates of the quantum theory of light?
Photons have energy E=hv, proportional to frequency. Intensity changes the number of photons, not frequency. Blue light has higher energy than green light.
The following species have an equal number of electrons. Arrange them in increasing order of size:
Size of isoelectronic species decreases with increasing nuclear charge: Na+ < Ne < F- < O2-.
Identify the correct statements with reference to VSEPR theory:
According to VSEPR theory, repulsion follows the order: Lone pair > Triple bond > Double bond > Single bond. Statements B and C are correct.
Which of the following arrangements does not represent the correct order of properties stated against it?
Analysis shows that the order for paramagnetic behavior and unpaired electrons is incorrect. The oxidation states are correct, but the stability of ions in aqueous solutions does not follow the given order.
The process of vulcanization makes rubber:
Vulcanization increases the elasticity and hardness of rubber by creating cross-links between polymer chains. It reduces solubility but enhances elasticity and hardness.
Which of the following will give benzoic acid on acidic hydrolysis?
Phenyl cyanide, benzoic anhydride, and methyl benzoate will give benzoic acid on acidic hydrolysis, but benzimidazole does not.
Match List-I with List-II:
CCl4 is used as an insecticide, CF2Cl2 as a refrigerant, CHI3 as an antiseptic, and CH2Cl2 as a propellant.
Two metals are completely miscible with each other to form a continuous range of solid solutions only if:
For two metals to form solid solutions, they must have similar atomic size, crystal structure, and electronegativity. Electrical conductivity is not a requirement.
Arrange the following structures in terms of increasing order of confinement:
Bulk material has no confinement, Quantum well has confinement in one dimension, Carbon nanotube has confinement in two dimensions, and Quantum dot has confinement in three dimensions.
Match List-I with List-II:
The correct matching of crystal systems and their axial lengths and angles is: Cubic (a = b = c, α = β = γ = 90°), Tetragonal (a = b ≠ c, α = β = γ = 90°), Orthorhombic (a ≠ b ≠ c, α = β = γ = 90°), Hexagonal (a = b ≠ c, α = β = 90°, γ = 120°).
Match List-I with List-II:
| List-I (Type of Crystalline Solid) | List-II (Example) |
| (A) Ionic | (III) Sodium Chloride, NaCl |
| (B) Covalent | (IV) Diamond, C |
| (C) Molecular | (I) Methane, CH4 |
| (D) Metallic | (II) Copper, Cu |
Crystalline solids and their bonding types: Ionic (NaCl), Covalent (Diamond, C), Molecular (Methane, CH4), and Metallic (Copper, Cu). The correct matching is: (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II).
Match List-I with List-II:
| List-I | List-II |
| (A) Principal Quantum Number (n) | (ii) 1, 2, 3, ... |
| (B) Azimuthal Quantum Number (l) | (iv) 0, 1, 2,... n - 1 |
| (C) Magnetic Quantum Number (m) | (iii) 0, ±1, ±2, ±3,... ±l |
| (D) Spin Quantum Number (s) | (i) -1/2, +1/2 |
Quantum numbers and their values: Principal Quantum Number (n) corresponds to the main energy level, Azimuthal Quantum Number (l) relates to orbital shape, Magnetic Quantum Number (m) corresponds to orbital orientation, and Spin Quantum Number (s) relates to electron spin. The correct matching is: (A) - (ii), (B) - (iv), (C) - (iii), (D) - (i).
Match List-I with List-II:
| List-I | List-II |
| (A) XeF2 | (iii) Linear |
| (B) BF3 | (i) Trigonal Planar |
| (C) XeF4 | (ii) Distorted Octahedral |
| (D) SF6 | (iv) Regular Octahedral |
Geometries of the given compounds: XeF2 is linear, BF3 is trigonal planar, XeF4 is distorted octahedral, and SF6 is regular octahedral. The correct matching is: (A) - (iii), (B) - (i), (C) - (ii), (D) - (iv).
Match List-I with List-II:
| List-I | List-II |
| (A) Linus Pauling | (iii) Electronegativity |
| (B) Albert Einstein | (ii) Photoelectric effect |
| (C) Ernest Rutherford | (i) Alpha particle scattering experiment |
| (D) Max Planck | (iv) Black body radiations |
Major scientific contributions: Linus Pauling is known for his concept of electronegativity, Albert Einstein for the photoelectric effect, Ernest Rutherford for his alpha particle scattering experiment, and Max Planck for his work on black body radiation. The correct matching is: (A) - (iii), (B) - (ii), (C) - (i), (D) - (iv).
Match List-I with List-II:
| List-I | List-II |
| (A) Alkaline phosphatase | (iv) Removes phosphate group at 5' end of DNA |
| (B) DNA Polymerase | (iii) Nick translation |
| (C) SI Nuclease | (ii) Cleaves ssDNA |
| (D) DNase I | (i) Cleaves DNA |
Enzymes and their functions: Alkaline phosphatase removes phosphate from the 5' end, DNA polymerase is involved in nick translation, S1 nuclease cleaves single-stranded DNA, DNase I cleaves double-stranded DNA. The correct matching is: (A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I).
Match List-I with List-II:
| List-I | List-II |
| (A) IgA | (ii) Secretory components |
| (B) IgE | (i) Basophils |
| (C) IgG | (iv) Crosses Placenta |
| (D) IgM | (iii) Pentamer |
Immunoglobulins with their specific roles: IgA is associated with secretory components, IgE activates basophils in allergic reactions, IgG crosses the placenta providing immunity to the fetus, and IgM is the first antibody in an immune response and exists as a pentamer. The correct matching is: (A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III).
Match List-I with List-II:
| List-I | List-II |
| (A) Thiamine (B1) | (iv) Co-carboxylase |
| (B) Riboflavin (B2) | (i) Riboflavin adenine nucleotide |
| (C) Niacin | (iii) Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide |
| (D) Folic acid | (ii) Tetrahydrofolic acid |
Vitamins and their metabolic coenzyme roles: Thiamine (Vitamin B1) is essential for carbohydrate metabolism, forming co-carboxylase. Riboflavin forms riboflavin adenine nucleotide, important for redox reactions. Niacin is converted into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD), crucial for metabolic processes. Folic acid is metabolized into tetrahydrofolic acid, playing a role in nucleotide synthesis. The correct matching is: (A) - (IV), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (II).
Match List-I with List-II:
| List-I | List-II |
| (A) Lyman | (i) n = 2, 3, 4, ... |
| (B) Balmer | (ii) n = 3, 4, 5, ... |
| (C) Paschen | (iii) n = 4, 5, 6, ... |
| (D) Bracket | (iv) n = 5, 6, 7, ... |
Hydrogen spectral series and their transitions: Lyman series involves transitions to n=1, Balmer series ends at n=2, Paschen at n=3, and Bracket at n=4. The correct matching is: (A) - (i), (B) - (ii), (C) - (iii), (D) - (iv).
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