MHT CET 2021 Physics Question Paper with Answer and Solution

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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
The moment of inertia of a body about a given axis is $1.2 \; kg \cdot m^2$. Initially,the body is at rest. In order to produce a rotational kinetic energy of $1500 \; J$,an angular acceleration of $25 \; rad/s^2$ must be applied about that axis for a duration of: (in $; s$)
A
$4$
B
$2$
C
$8$
D
$10$

Solution

(B) Given: Moment of inertia $I = 1.2 \; kg \cdot m^2$,initial angular velocity $\omega_0 = 0$,rotational kinetic energy $K_r = 1500 \; J$,and angular acceleration $\alpha = 25 \; rad/s^2$.
The formula for rotational kinetic energy is $K_r = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Substituting the values: $1500 = \frac{1}{2} \times 1.2 \times \omega^2$.
$1500 = 0.6 \times \omega^2 \Rightarrow \omega^2 = \frac{1500}{0.6} = 2500$.
Thus,the final angular velocity $\omega = \sqrt{2500} = 50 \; rad/s$.
Using the kinematic equation for rotation: $\omega = \omega_0 + \alpha t$.
$50 = 0 + 25 \times t$.
$t = \frac{50}{25} = 2 \; s$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
Two masses $m_{a}$ and $m_{b}$ moving with velocities $v_{a}$ and $v_{b}$ in opposite directions collide elastically. After the collision,$m_{a}$ and $m_{b}$ move with velocities $v_{b}$ and $v_{a}$ respectively. The ratio $m_{a} : m_{b}$ is:
A
$\frac{v_{a}+v_{b}}{v_{a}-v_{b}}$
B
$\frac{1}{2}$
C
$1$
D
$\frac{v_{a}-v_{b}}{v_{a}+v_{b}}$

Solution

(C) In an elastic collision,both linear momentum and kinetic energy are conserved.
Let the initial velocities be $v_{a}$ and $-v_{b}$ (since they move in opposite directions).
After the collision,the velocities are $-v_{b}$ and $v_{a}$ respectively.
According to the law of conservation of linear momentum:
$m_{a}v_{a} - m_{b}v_{b} = m_{a}(-v_{b}) + m_{b}v_{a}$
Rearranging the terms:
$m_{a}v_{a} + m_{a}v_{b} = m_{b}v_{a} + m_{b}v_{b}$
$m_{a}(v_{a} + v_{b}) = m_{b}(v_{a} + v_{b})$
Since $(v_{a} + v_{b}) \neq 0$,we can divide both sides by $(v_{a} + v_{b})$:
$m_{a} = m_{b}$
Therefore,the ratio $\frac{m_{a}}{m_{b}} = 1$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ particle of mass $m$ collides with another stationary particle of mass $M$. The particle of mass $m$ stops just after the collision. The coefficient of restitution is
A
$\frac{M}{m}$
B
$\frac{m+M}{M}$
C
$\frac{M-m}{M+m}$
D
$\frac{m}{M}$

Solution

(D) Let $u$ be the initial velocity of mass $m$ and $v_M$ be the velocity of mass $M$ after the collision. The mass $m$ comes to rest,so its final velocity is $0$.
By the law of conservation of linear momentum:
$mu + M(0) = m(0) + Mv_M$
$mu = Mv_M$
$v_M = \frac{m}{M}u$
The coefficient of restitution $e$ is defined as the ratio of the relative velocity of separation to the relative velocity of approach:
$e = \frac{v_M - 0}{u - 0} = \frac{v_M}{u}$
Substituting the value of $v_M$:
$e = \frac{(m/M)u}{u} = \frac{m}{M}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ molecule of mass $m$ moving with velocity $v$ makes $5$ elastic collisions with a wall of a container per second. The change in momentum of the wall per second in $5$ collisions will be:
A
$10 mv$
B
$5 mv$
C
$\frac{1}{5} mv$
D
$\frac{1}{10} mv$

Solution

(A) In an elastic collision with a stationary wall,the molecule rebounds with the same speed $v$ in the opposite direction.
Change in momentum of the molecule in one collision = $mv - (-mv) = 2mv$.
By the law of conservation of momentum,the change in momentum of the wall in one collision is equal and opposite to the change in momentum of the molecule,which is $2mv$.
Since there are $5$ collisions per second,the total change in momentum of the wall per second is $5 \times 2mv = 10mv$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ wooden block of mass $m$ moves with velocity $v$ and collides with another block of mass $4m$,which is at rest. After the collision,the block of mass $m$ comes to rest. The coefficient of restitution will be:
A
$0.70$
B
$0.25$
C
$0.40$
D
$0.50$

Solution

(B) Given: Mass of first block $M_1 = m$,initial velocity $u_1 = v$,final velocity $v_1 = 0$.
Mass of second block $M_2 = 4m$,initial velocity $u_2 = 0$,final velocity $v_2 = ?$.
According to the law of conservation of linear momentum:
$M_1 u_1 + M_2 u_2 = M_1 v_1 + M_2 v_2$
$m(v) + 4m(0) = m(0) + 4m(v_2)$
$mv = 4mv_2$
$v_2 = \frac{v}{4}$
The coefficient of restitution $e$ is defined as:
$e = \frac{v_2 - v_1}{u_1 - u_2}$
Substituting the values:
$e = \frac{\frac{v}{4} - 0}{v - 0} = \frac{v/4}{v} = \frac{1}{4} = 0.25$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The kinetic energy of a light body and a heavy body is same. Which one of them has greater momentum?
A
$A$ body having high velocity
B
Heavy body
C
Light body
D
$A$ body having large displacement

Solution

(B) The relationship between kinetic energy $K$ and momentum $p$ is given by $K = \frac{p^2}{2m}$,where $m$ is the mass of the body.
Rearranging this formula,we get $p = \sqrt{2mK}$.
Since the kinetic energy $K$ is the same for both bodies,the momentum $p$ is directly proportional to the square root of the mass,i.e.,$p \propto \sqrt{m}$.
Therefore,the body with the larger mass will have a greater momentum.
Thus,the heavy body has greater momentum.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The depth at which acceleration due to gravity becomes $\frac{g}{n}$ is [ $R$ = radius of earth,$g$ = acceleration due to gravity,$n=$ integer].
A
$\frac{R(n-1)}{n}$
B
$\frac{(n-1)}{nR}$
C
$\frac{Rn}{(n-1)}$
D
$\frac{n}{R(n-1)}$

Solution

(A) The acceleration due to gravity at a depth $d$ below the surface of the Earth is given by the formula:
$g^{\prime} = g \left(1 - \frac{d}{R}\right)$
Given that the acceleration due to gravity at depth $d$ is $\frac{g}{n}$,we substitute this into the equation:
$\frac{g}{n} = g \left(1 - \frac{d}{R}\right)$
Dividing both sides by $g$:
$\frac{1}{n} = 1 - \frac{d}{R}$
Rearranging the terms to solve for $d$:
$\frac{d}{R} = 1 - \frac{1}{n}$
$\frac{d}{R} = \frac{n-1}{n}$
$d = \frac{R(n-1)}{n}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The depth $d$ below the surface of the earth where the value of acceleration due to gravity becomes $\left(\frac{1}{n}\right)$ times the value at the surface of the earth is ($R$ = radius of the earth).
A
$R\left(\frac{n-1}{n}\right)$
B
$R\left(\frac{n}{n+1}\right)$
C
$\frac{R}{n}$
D
$\frac{R}{n^2}$

Solution

(A) The acceleration due to gravity at a depth $d$ below the surface of the earth is given by the formula: $g' = g\left(1 - \frac{d}{R}\right)$.
According to the problem,the value of acceleration due to gravity at depth $d$ is $\frac{1}{n}$ times the value at the surface,so $g' = \frac{g}{n}$.
Substituting this into the formula: $\frac{g}{n} = g\left(1 - \frac{d}{R}\right)$.
Dividing both sides by $g$: $\frac{1}{n} = 1 - \frac{d}{R}$.
Rearranging the terms to solve for $d$: $\frac{d}{R} = 1 - \frac{1}{n} = \frac{n-1}{n}$.
Therefore,$d = R\left(\frac{n-1}{n}\right)$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
When the value of acceleration due to gravity '$g$' becomes $\frac{g}{3}$ above the surface of the Earth at height '$h$',then the relation between '$h$' and '$R$' is $(R = \text{radius of Earth})$:
A
$h=\frac{R}{\sqrt{3}-1}$
B
$h=\frac{\sqrt{3}}{R}$
C
$h=(\sqrt{2}-1) R$
D
$h=(\sqrt{3}-1) R$

Solution

(D) The acceleration due to gravity at a height '$h$' above the Earth's surface is given by the formula: $g' = g \left( \frac{R}{R+h} \right)^2$.
Given that $g' = \frac{g}{3}$,we substitute this into the equation:
$\frac{g}{3} = g \left( \frac{R}{R+h} \right)^2$.
Dividing both sides by '$g$',we get:
$\frac{1}{3} = \left( \frac{R}{R+h} \right)^2$.
Taking the square root on both sides:
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} = \frac{R}{R+h}$.
Cross-multiplying gives:
$R + h = \sqrt{3} R$.
Rearranging for '$h$':
$h = \sqrt{3} R - R = (\sqrt{3} - 1) R$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
For a body of mass $m$,the acceleration due to gravity at a distance $R$ from the surface of the earth is $\frac{g}{4}$. Its value at a distance $\frac{R}{2}$ from the surface of the earth is ($R = \text{radius of the earth}$,$g = \text{acceleration due to gravity at the surface}$)
A
$\frac{g}{8}$
B
$\frac{9g}{4}$
C
$\frac{4g}{9}$
D
$\frac{g}{2}$

Solution

(C) The acceleration due to gravity at a distance $r$ from the center of the earth is given by $g' = \frac{GM}{r^2}$.
In the first case,the distance from the surface is $R$,so the distance from the center is $r_1 = R + R = 2R$. Given $g_1 = \frac{g}{4}$.
In the second case,the distance from the surface is $\frac{R}{2}$,so the distance from the center is $r_2 = R + \frac{R}{2} = \frac{3R}{2}$.
Using the ratio: $\frac{g_2}{g_1} = \left(\frac{r_1}{r_2}\right)^2 = \left(\frac{2R}{3R/2}\right)^2 = \left(\frac{4}{3}\right)^2 = \frac{16}{9}$.
Therefore,$g_2 = \frac{16}{9} \times g_1 = \frac{16}{9} \times \frac{g}{4} = \frac{4g}{9}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
At a height $R$ above the earth's surface,the gravitational acceleration is ($R$ = radius of earth,$g$ = acceleration due to gravity on earth's surface).
A
$g$
B
$\frac{g}{8}$
C
$\frac{g}{4}$
D
$\frac{g}{2}$

Solution

(C) The acceleration due to gravity $g'$ at a height $h$ above the earth's surface is given by the formula:
$g' = g \left( \frac{R}{R+h} \right)^2$
Given that the height $h = R$,we substitute this into the formula:
$g' = g \left( \frac{R}{R+R} \right)^2$
$g' = g \left( \frac{R}{2R} \right)^2$
$g' = g \left( \frac{1}{2} \right)^2$
$g' = \frac{g}{4}$
Therefore,the gravitational acceleration at a height $R$ above the earth's surface is $\frac{g}{4}$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
The length of the seconds pendulum is $1 \,m$ on Earth. If the mass and diameter of a planet are $1.5$ times that of the Earth, the length of the seconds pendulum on the planet will be nearly (in $\,m$)
A
$0.67$
B
$0.45$
C
$0.60$
D
$0.76$

Solution

(A) The time period of a seconds pendulum is $T = 2 \,s$. The formula for the time period is $T = 2 \pi \sqrt{\frac{\ell}{g}}$.
Since $T$ is constant $(2 \,s)$, we have $\ell \propto g$, which implies $\frac{\ell'}{\ell} = \frac{g'}{g}$.
The acceleration due to gravity is given by $g = \frac{GM}{R^2}$.
For the planet, $M' = 1.5M$ and $R' = 1.5R$.
Thus, $g' = \frac{G(1.5M)}{(1.5R)^2} = \frac{1.5}{2.25} \frac{GM}{R^2} = \frac{1}{1.5} g$.
Substituting this into the length ratio: $\ell' = \ell \times \frac{g'}{g} = 1 \,m \times \frac{1}{1.5} = \frac{1}{1.5} \,m \approx 0.67 \,m$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The depth from the surface of the earth of radius $R$,at which the acceleration due to gravity will be $60 \%$ of its value on the earth's surface,is:
A
$\frac{2 R}{3}$
B
$\frac{2 R}{5}$
C
$\frac{3 R}{5}$
D
$\frac{5 R}{3}$

Solution

(B) The acceleration due to gravity at a depth $d$ below the surface of the earth is given by the formula:
$g' = g(1 - \frac{d}{R})$
where $g$ is the acceleration due to gravity at the surface and $R$ is the radius of the earth.
Given that $g' = 60\% \text{ of } g$,we have:
$g' = 0.6g$
Substituting this into the formula:
$0.6g = g(1 - \frac{d}{R})$
$0.6 = 1 - \frac{d}{R}$
Rearranging the terms to solve for $d$:
$\frac{d}{R} = 1 - 0.6$
$\frac{d}{R} = 0.4$
$\frac{d}{R} = \frac{4}{10} = \frac{2}{5}$
Therefore,$d = \frac{2}{5}R$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The average density of the Earth is [ $g$ is acceleration due to gravity]:
A
inversely proportional to $g^2$
B
directly proportional to $g$
C
inversely proportional to $g$
D
directly proportional to $g^2$

Solution

(B) The acceleration due to gravity $g$ on the surface of the Earth is given by the formula $g = \frac{GM}{R^2}$.
Substituting the mass of the Earth $M = \rho \cdot V = \rho \cdot \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3$,where $\rho$ is the average density and $R$ is the radius of the Earth:
$g = \frac{G}{R^2} \cdot \left( \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 \rho \right) = \frac{4}{3} \pi G R \rho$.
Since $G$,$\pi$,and $R$ are constants for the Earth,we have $g \propto \rho$.
Therefore,the average density $\rho$ is directly proportional to the acceleration due to gravity $g$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ body is projected from the earth's surface with thrice the escape velocity. What will be its velocity when it escapes the gravitational pull?
A
$2 \,V_{e}$
B
$4 \,V_{e}$
C
$2 \sqrt{2} \,V_{e}$
D
$\frac{V_e}{2}$

Solution

(C) The energy required to escape the earth's gravitational field is $E_{esc} = \frac{1}{2} m V_{e}^2$.
The initial kinetic energy given to the body is $K_i = \frac{1}{2} m (3 V_{e})^2 = \frac{9}{2} m V_{e}^2$.
According to the law of conservation of energy, the final kinetic energy $K_f$ after escaping the gravitational pull is the difference between the initial energy and the energy required to escape:
$K_f = K_i - E_{esc}$
$\frac{1}{2} m V^2 = \frac{9}{2} m V_{e}^2 - \frac{1}{2} m V_{e}^2$
$\frac{1}{2} m V^2 = 4 m V_{e}^2$
$V^2 = 8 V_{e}^2$
$V = \sqrt{8} V_{e} = 2 \sqrt{2} V_{e}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ particle of mass $m$ is kept at rest at a height $3R$ from the surface of the Earth,where $R$ is the radius of the Earth and $M$ is the mass of the Earth. The minimum speed with which it should be projected upward so that it does not return back is ($g$ = acceleration due to gravity on the Earth's surface).
A
$[\frac{GM}{2R}]^{1/2}$
B
$[\frac{gR}{4}]^{1/2}$
C
$[\frac{2g}{R}]^{1/2}$
D
$[\frac{GM}{R}]^{1/2}$

Solution

(A) To ensure the particle does not return,its total mechanical energy at infinity must be at least zero.
Let $v$ be the projection speed at height $h = 3R$ from the surface.
The distance from the center of the Earth is $r = R + 3R = 4R$.
Using the law of conservation of energy: $K_i + U_i = K_f + U_f$.
Here,$K_i = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$,$U_i = -\frac{GMm}{4R}$,$K_f = 0$,and $U_f = 0$.
$\frac{1}{2}mv^2 - \frac{GMm}{4R} = 0$.
$\frac{1}{2}v^2 = \frac{GM}{4R}$.
$v^2 = \frac{GM}{2R}$.
$v = [\frac{GM}{2R}]^{1/2}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
The mass of a planet is six times that of the earth. The radius of the planet is twice that of the earth. If the escape velocity from the earth is $V_{e}$,then the escape velocity from the planet is:
A
$\sqrt{3} V_{e}$
B
$\sqrt{2} V_{e}$
C
$V_{e}$
D
$\sqrt{5} V_{e}$

Solution

(A) The formula for escape velocity is $V = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}}$.
For Earth,the escape velocity is $V_e = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}}$.
For the planet,the mass is $M_p = 6M$ and the radius is $R_p = 2R$.
Thus,the escape velocity from the planet is $V_p = \sqrt{\frac{2G(6M)}{2R}} = \sqrt{3 \times \frac{2GM}{R}}$.
Substituting $V_e$ into the equation,we get $V_p = \sqrt{3} V_e$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
The ratio of the acceleration due to gravity on two planets $P_1$ and $P_2$ is $K_1$. The ratio of their respective radii is $K_2$. The ratio of their respective escape velocities is
A
$\sqrt{K_1 K_2}$
B
$\sqrt{2 K_1 K_2}$
C
$\sqrt{\frac{K_1}{K_2}}$
D
$\sqrt{\frac{K_2}{K_1}}$

Solution

(A) The escape velocity $v_e$ from the surface of a planet is given by the formula $v_e = \sqrt{2 g R}$,where $g$ is the acceleration due to gravity and $R$ is the radius of the planet.
Given the ratio of acceleration due to gravity $\frac{g_1}{g_2} = K_1$ and the ratio of radii $\frac{R_1}{R_2} = K_2$.
The ratio of escape velocities is $\frac{v_{e1}}{v_{e2}} = \sqrt{\frac{2 g_1 R_1}{2 g_2 R_2}}$.
Substituting the given ratios,we get $\frac{v_{e1}}{v_{e2}} = \sqrt{\frac{g_1}{g_2} \cdot \frac{R_1}{R_2}} = \sqrt{K_1 K_2}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The mass of a spherical planet is $4$ times the mass of the earth, but its radius $(R)$ is the same as that of the earth. How much work is done in lifting a body of mass $5 \,kg$ through a distance of $2 \,m$ on the planet (in $\,J$)? (Take $g = 10 \,ms^{-2}$ for Earth)
A
$400$
B
$200$
C
$800$
D
$300$

Solution

(A) The acceleration due to gravity on Earth is given by $g = \frac{GM}{R^2}$.
For the planet, the mass is $M' = 4M$ and the radius is $R' = R$.
Therefore, the acceleration due to gravity on the planet is $g' = \frac{GM'}{R'^2} = \frac{G(4M)}{R^2} = 4g$.
Given $g = 10 \,ms^{-2}$, the acceleration due to gravity on the planet is $g' = 4 \times 10 = 40 \,ms^{-2}$.
The work done in lifting a body of mass $m = 5 \,kg$ through a height $h = 2 \,m$ is given by $W = m g' h$.
Substituting the values, $W = 5 \,kg \times 40 \,ms^{-2} \times 2 \,m = 400 \,J$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
The radius of a planet is twice the radius of the Earth. Both have almost equal average mass densities. If $V_P$ and $V_E$ are the escape velocities of the planet and the Earth respectively,then:
A
$V_{E}=1.5 V_{P}$
B
$V_{P}=1.5 V_{E}$
C
$V_{P}=2 V_{E}$
D
$V_{E}=3 V_{P}$

Solution

(C) The formula for escape velocity is $v = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}}$.
Since mass $M = \text{Volume} \times \text{density} = \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 \rho$,we substitute this into the formula:
$v = \sqrt{\frac{2G}{R} \cdot \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 \rho} = \sqrt{\frac{8}{3} \pi G \rho R^2} = R \sqrt{\frac{8 \pi G \rho}{3}}$.
Thus,$v \propto R \sqrt{\rho}$.
Given that the average mass densities $\rho$ are equal,the escape velocity is directly proportional to the radius: $v \propto R$.
Therefore,$\frac{V_P}{V_E} = \frac{R_P}{R_E}$.
Given $R_P = 2 R_E$,we get $\frac{V_P}{V_E} = 2$,which implies $V_P = 2 V_E$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
The period of revolution of planet $A$ around the sun is $8$ times that of planet $B$. How many times is the distance of planet $A$ from the sun greater than that of planet $B$ from the sun (in $times$)?
A
$5$
B
$2$
C
$4$
D
$6$

Solution

(C) According to Kepler's Third Law of Planetary Motion, the square of the period of revolution $T$ is proportional to the cube of the semi-major axis $R$ of the orbit: $T^2 \propto R^3$.
Given that the period of planet $A$ $(T_A)$ is $8$ times the period of planet $B$ $(T_B)$, we have $T_A = 8 T_B$.
Using the relation $\frac{T_A}{T_B} = \left(\frac{R_A}{R_B}\right)^{3/2}$, we can write:
$\left(\frac{T_A}{T_B}\right)^2 = \left(\frac{R_A}{R_B}\right)^3$
Substituting the given values:
$(8)^2 = \left(\frac{R_A}{R_B}\right)^3$
$64 = \left(\frac{R_A}{R_B}\right)^3$
Taking the cube root on both sides:
$\frac{R_A}{R_B} = (64)^{1/3} = 4$
Thus, the distance of planet $A$ from the sun is $4$ times the distance of planet $B$ from the sun.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The time period of a satellite of the Earth is $5 \text{ hours}$. If the separation between the Earth and the satellite is increased to four times the previous value, the new time period of the satellite will be: (in $\text{ hours}$)
A
$20$
B
$40$
C
$80$
D
$10$

Solution

(B) According to Kepler's Third Law of Planetary Motion, the square of the time period $(T)$ is directly proportional to the cube of the semi-major axis or the orbital radius $(r)$:
$T^2 \propto r^3$
Given the initial time period $T_1 = 5 \text{ hours}$ and the initial radius $r_1 = r$.
The new radius is $r_2 = 4r$.
Using the ratio formula:
$\frac{T_2^2}{T_1^2} = \left(\frac{r_2}{r_1}\right)^3$
Substituting the values:
$\frac{T_2^2}{T_1^2} = \left(\frac{4r}{r}\right)^3 = (4)^3 = 64$
Taking the square root on both sides:
$\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \sqrt{64} = 8$
Therefore, the new time period is:
$T_2 = 8 \times T_1 = 8 \times 5 \text{ hours} = 40 \text{ hours}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The orbital velocity of an artificial satellite in a circular orbit just above the earth's surface is $V$. For the satellite orbiting at an altitude of half the earth's radius,the orbital velocity is:
A
$\frac{3}{2} V$
B
$\sqrt{\frac{3}{2}} V$
C
$\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}} V$
D
$\frac{2}{3} V$

Solution

(C) The orbital velocity of a satellite at a distance $r$ from the center of the earth is given by $v = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}}$.
For a satellite just above the earth's surface,the orbital radius is $r = R$,so the velocity is $V = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{R}}$.
For a satellite at an altitude $h = \frac{R}{2}$,the orbital radius is $r' = R + h = R + \frac{R}{2} = \frac{3R}{2}$.
The new orbital velocity $V'$ is given by $V' = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{r'}} = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{3R/2}} = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{3R}}$.
Substituting $V = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{R}}$ into the expression,we get $V' = \sqrt{\frac{2}{3}} V$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
The ratio of energy required to raise a satellite of mass '$m$' to a height '$h$' above the Earth's surface to that required to put it into the orbit at the same height is [$R=$ radius of Earth].
A
$\frac{h}{R}$
B
$\frac{2h}{R^2}$
C
$\frac{3h}{R^2}$
D
$\frac{2h}{R}$

Solution

(D) The energy required to raise a satellite of mass '$m$' to a height '$h$' above the Earth's surface is equal to the change in its gravitational potential energy:
$W = U_f - U_i = -\frac{GMm}{R+h} - (-\frac{GMm}{R}) = GMm \left( \frac{1}{R} - \frac{1}{R+h} \right) = \frac{GMmh}{R(R+h)}$.
The total energy of a satellite of mass '$m$' in a circular orbit at height '$h$' (distance $r = R+h$ from the center) is given by:
$E = \frac{GMm}{2(R+h)}$.
Now,the ratio of the energy required to raise the satellite to the energy required to put it into orbit is:
$\frac{W}{E} = \frac{\frac{GMmh}{R(R+h)}}{\frac{GMm}{2(R+h)}} = \frac{GMmh}{R(R+h)} \times \frac{2(R+h)}{GMm} = \frac{2h}{R}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
Two satellites of equal mass are launched in circular orbits at heights $R$ and $2R$ above the surface of the Earth. The ratio of their kinetic energies is ($R =$ radius of the Earth).
A
$1$:$3$
B
$3$:$2$
C
$4$:$9$
D
$9$:$4$

Solution

(B) The kinetic energy $(K.E.)$ of a satellite of mass $m$ orbiting a planet of mass $M$ at a distance $r$ from the center is given by $K.E. = \frac{GMm}{2r}$.
Here,$r$ is the distance from the center of the Earth,so $r = R_{earth} + h$.
For the first satellite at height $h_1 = R$,the orbital radius is $r_1 = R + R = 2R$.
For the second satellite at height $h_2 = 2R$,the orbital radius is $r_2 = R + 2R = 3R$.
Since both satellites have equal mass $m$,the kinetic energy is inversely proportional to the orbital radius: $K.E. \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
Therefore,the ratio of their kinetic energies is $\frac{(K.E.)_1}{(K.E.)_2} = \frac{r_2}{r_1} = \frac{3R}{2R} = \frac{3}{2}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
If the horizontal velocity given to a satellite is greater than critical velocity but less than the escape velocity at the height,then the satellite will
A
be lost in space
B
falls on the earth along parabolic path
C
revolve in circular orbit
D
revolve in elliptical orbit

Solution

(D) The motion of a satellite depends on its horizontal velocity $(v)$ relative to the critical velocity $(v_c)$ and escape velocity $(v_e)$.
If $v < v_c$,the satellite will fall back to Earth.
If $v = v_c$,the satellite will revolve in a circular orbit.
If $v_c < v < v_e$,the satellite will revolve in an elliptical orbit with the Earth at one of the foci.
If $v = v_e$,the satellite will escape the gravitational field of the Earth.
Therefore,if the horizontal velocity is greater than the critical velocity but less than the escape velocity,the satellite will revolve in an elliptical orbit.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
For a gas molecule with $6$ degrees of freedom,which one of the following relations between gas constant '$R$' and molar specific heat '$C_{V}$' is correct?
A
$R = \frac{C_{V}}{3}$
B
$R = \frac{5 C_{V}}{4}$
C
$R = \frac{C_{V}}{2}$
D
$R = \frac{3 C_{V}}{4}$

Solution

(A) The molar specific heat at constant volume,$C_{V}$,is given by the formula $C_{V} = f \times \frac{R}{2}$,where $f$ is the number of degrees of freedom.
Given $f = 6$,we substitute this into the formula:
$C_{V} = 6 \times \frac{R}{2} = 3R$.
Rearranging this equation to solve for $R$,we get:
$R = \frac{C_{V}}{3}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
For an ideal gas,$R = \frac{2}{3} C_v$. This suggests that the gas consists of molecules which are: $[R = \text{universal gas constant}]$
A
polyatomic
B
diatomic
C
monoatomic
D
a mixture of diatomic and polyatomic molecules

Solution

(C) For an ideal gas,the molar heat capacity at constant volume is given by $C_v = \frac{f}{2} R$,where $f$ is the degree of freedom.
Rearranging this formula,we get $R = \frac{2}{f} C_v$.
Comparing this with the given equation $R = \frac{2}{3} C_v$,we find that $f = 3$.
$A$ gas with $3$ degrees of freedom is monoatomic (e.g.,noble gases like Helium or Neon).
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
Which one of the following is $NOT$ a correct expression for an ideal gas?
[$C_{P}=$ Molar specific heat of a gas at constant pressure,
$C_{V}=$ Molar specific heat of a gas at constant volume,
$\gamma=$ Ratio of two specific heats of a gas,$R=$ Universal gas constant]
A
$C_{V}=C_{P}+R$
B
$R=C_{V}(\gamma-1)$
C
$\frac{C_{V}}{C_{P}}=\frac{1}{\gamma}$
D
$R=\frac{C_{P}(\gamma-1)}{\gamma}$

Solution

(A) For an ideal gas,the relationship between molar specific heats at constant pressure $(C_{P})$ and constant volume $(C_{V})$ is given by Mayer's relation: $C_{P} - C_{V} = R$.
From this,we can write $C_{P} = C_{V} + R$. Therefore,the expression $C_{V} = C_{P} + R$ given in option $(A)$ is incorrect.
Let us verify the other options:
$(B)$ $R = C_{P} - C_{V}$. Since $\gamma = \frac{C_{P}}{C_{V}}$,we have $C_{P} = \gamma C_{V}$. Substituting this,$R = \gamma C_{V} - C_{V} = C_{V}(\gamma - 1)$. This is correct.
$(C)$ $\frac{C_{V}}{C_{P}} = \frac{1}{\gamma}$. Since $\gamma = \frac{C_{P}}{C_{V}}$,this is correct.
$(D)$ $R = C_{P} - C_{V} = C_{P} - \frac{C_{P}}{\gamma} = C_{P}(1 - \frac{1}{\gamma}) = C_{P}(\frac{\gamma - 1}{\gamma})$. This is correct.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
If $E$ is the kinetic energy per mole of an ideal gas and $T$ is the absolute temperature,then the universal gas constant is given as
A
$\frac{2 T}{3 E}$
B
$\frac{2 E}{3 T}$
C
$\frac{3 T}{2 E}$
D
$\frac{3 E}{2 T}$

Solution

(B) The kinetic energy per mole of an ideal gas is given by the formula $E = \frac{3}{2} RT$,where $R$ is the universal gas constant and $T$ is the absolute temperature.
Rearranging the formula to solve for $R$:
$R = \frac{2 E}{3 T}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
Equal volumes of two gases are kept in different containers having densities in the ratio $1:16$. They exert equal pressures on the walls of their respective containers. Then the ratio of their r.m.s. velocities is
A
$16:1$
B
$1:8$
C
$4:1$
D
$1:12$

Solution

(C) The pressure exerted by an ideal gas is given by the formula $P = \frac{1}{3} \rho v_{rms}^2$,where $\rho$ is the density and $v_{rms}$ is the root mean square velocity.
Since the pressures $P_1$ and $P_2$ are equal,we have $P_1 = P_2$.
Thus,$\frac{1}{3} \rho_1 v_{rms,1}^2 = \frac{1}{3} \rho_2 v_{rms,2}^2$.
This simplifies to $\rho_1 v_{rms,1}^2 = \rho_2 v_{rms,2}^2$.
Rearranging for the ratio of velocities,we get $\frac{v_{rms,1}^2}{v_{rms,2}^2} = \frac{\rho_2}{\rho_1}$.
Given the ratio of densities $\rho_1 : \rho_2 = 1 : 16$,we have $\frac{\rho_2}{\rho_1} = \frac{16}{1} = 16$.
Taking the square root on both sides,$\frac{v_{rms,1}}{v_{rms,2}} = \sqrt{16} = 4$.
Therefore,the ratio of their r.m.s. velocities is $4:1$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The translational kinetic energy of the molecules of a gas at absolute temperature $T$ can be doubled by:
A
increasing $T$ to $4T$
B
increasing $T$ to $2T$
C
decreasing $T$ to $T/2$
D
increasing $T$ to $\sqrt{2}T$

Solution

(B) The translational kinetic energy of a gas molecule is given by the formula $E = \frac{3}{2}kT$,where $k$ is the Boltzmann constant and $T$ is the absolute temperature.
From this relation,it is clear that the kinetic energy $E$ is directly proportional to the absolute temperature $T$ $(E \propto T)$.
To double the kinetic energy $(E' = 2E)$,we must double the absolute temperature $(T' = 2T)$.
Therefore,the temperature must be increased to $2T$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
At what temperature does the average translational kinetic energy of a molecule in a gas become equal to the kinetic energy of an electron accelerated from rest through a potential difference of $V$ volt? ($N=$ Avogadro number,$R=$ gas constant,$e=$ electronic charge)
A
$\frac{2 eVN}{3 R}$
B
$\frac{eVN}{R}$
C
$\frac{eVN}{4 R}$
D
$\frac{3 eVN}{2 R}$

Solution

(A) The average translational kinetic energy of a gas molecule is given by $K.E. = \frac{3}{2} kT$.
Since $k = \frac{R}{N}$,we have $K.E. = \frac{3}{2} \frac{RT}{N}$.
The kinetic energy of an electron accelerated through a potential difference $V$ is $K.E. = eV$.
Equating the two energies:
$\frac{3}{2} \frac{RT}{N} = eV$
Solving for $T$:
$T = \frac{2 eVN}{3 R}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ perfect gas of volume $10 \ L$ is compressed isothermally to a volume of $1 \ L$. The $rms$ speed of the molecules will
A
decrease $5$ times
B
remain unchanged
C
increase $5$ times
D
increase $10$ times

Solution

(B) The process is isothermal,which means the temperature $T$ of the gas remains constant throughout the process.
The $rms$ speed of gas molecules is given by the formula $v_{rms} = \sqrt{\frac{3RT}{M}}$.
Since $R$ (universal gas constant),$M$ (molar mass),and $T$ (temperature) are constant,the $rms$ speed remains unchanged.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
An ideal gas of molar mass $M_0$ has r.m.s. velocity $V$ at temperature $T$. Then
A
$VT^2 = \text{constant}$
B
$\frac{V^2}{T} = \text{constant}$
C
$V^2 T = \text{constant}$
D
$V$ is independent of $T$

Solution

(B) The root mean square (r.m.s.) velocity of an ideal gas is given by the formula:
$V = \sqrt{\frac{3RT}{M_0}}$
Squaring both sides, we get:
$V^2 = \frac{3RT}{M_0}$
Rearranging the terms to isolate the variables $V$ and $T$:
$\frac{V^2}{T} = \frac{3R}{M_0}$
Since $R$ (universal gas constant) and $M_0$ (molar mass) are constants for a given gas, the ratio $\frac{3R}{M_0}$ is also a constant.
Therefore, $\frac{V^2}{T} = \text{constant}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
If $m'$ represents the mass of each molecule of a gas and $T'$ its absolute temperature,then the root mean square speed of the gas molecule is proportional to
A
$m^{-\frac{1}{2}} T^{\frac{1}{2}}$
B
$mT$
C
$m^{\frac{1}{2}} T^{-\frac{1}{2}}$
D
$m^{\frac{1}{2}} T^{\frac{1}{2}}$

Solution

(A) The root mean square speed $(v_{rms})$ of a gas molecule is given by the formula:
$v_{rms} = \sqrt{\frac{3RT}{M}}$
where $R$ is the universal gas constant,$T$ is the absolute temperature,and $M$ is the molar mass.
Since $M = m \times N_A$ (where $m$ is the mass of one molecule and $N_A$ is Avogadro's number),we can substitute this into the equation:
$v_{rms} = \sqrt{\frac{3RT}{mN_A}}$
Since $3$,$R$,and $N_A$ are constants,we have:
$v_{rms} \propto \sqrt{\frac{T}{m}}$
$v_{rms} \propto m^{-\frac{1}{2}} T^{\frac{1}{2}}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
Equal volumes of two gases,having their densities in the ratio of $1: 16$,exert equal pressures on the walls of two containers. The ratio of their rms speeds $(c_1: c_2)$ is
A
$1: 4$
B
$4: 1$
C
$8: 1$
D
$1: 8$

Solution

(B) The pressure exerted by an ideal gas is given by the formula $P = \frac{1}{3} \rho c^2$,where $\rho$ is the density and $c$ is the root mean square (rms) speed.
Since the pressures are equal,we have $P_1 = P_2$.
Therefore,$\frac{1}{3} \rho_1 c_1^2 = \frac{1}{3} \rho_2 c_2^2$.
This simplifies to $\frac{c_1^2}{c_2^2} = \frac{\rho_2}{\rho_1}$.
Given the ratio of densities $\rho_1 : \rho_2 = 1 : 16$,we have $\frac{\rho_2}{\rho_1} = \frac{16}{1} = 16$.
Substituting this into the equation,we get $\frac{c_1^2}{c_2^2} = 16$.
Taking the square root on both sides,we find $\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \sqrt{16} = 4$.
Thus,the ratio of their rms speeds $(c_1: c_2)$ is $4: 1$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The rms speed of a gas molecule is $V$ at pressure $P$. If the pressure is increased by two times,then the rms speed of the gas molecule at the same temperature will be
A
$V$
B
$\sqrt{2} V$
C
$V/3$
D
$V/2$

Solution

(A) The root mean square (rms) speed of a gas molecule is given by the formula $v_{rms} = \sqrt{\frac{3RT}{M}}$,where $R$ is the universal gas constant,$T$ is the absolute temperature,and $M$ is the molar mass of the gas.
Since the rms speed depends only on the temperature $T$ and the molar mass $M$ of the gas,it is independent of the pressure $P$ of the gas.
Given that the temperature remains constant,the rms speed will remain unchanged even if the pressure is increased.
Therefore,the new rms speed will be $V$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The molecular masses of helium and oxygen are $4$ and $32$ respectively. The ratio of r.m.s speed of helium at $327^{\circ} C$ to r.m.s speed of oxygen at $27^{\circ} C$ will be
A
$1:6$
B
$8:1$
C
$1:8$
D
$4:1$

Solution

(D) The root mean square (r.m.s) speed of a gas molecule is given by the formula: $v_{rms} = \sqrt{\frac{3RT}{M}}$.
Here,$R$ is the universal gas constant,$T$ is the absolute temperature in Kelvin,and $M$ is the molar mass.
For helium $(He)$: $M_{He} = 4$,$T_{He} = 327^{\circ} C = 327 + 273 = 600 \ K$.
For oxygen $(O_2)$: $M_{O} = 32$,$T_{O} = 27^{\circ} C = 27 + 273 = 300 \ K$.
The ratio of the r.m.s speeds is:
$\frac{v_{He}}{v_{O}} = \sqrt{\frac{T_{He}}{T_{O}} \times \frac{M_{O}}{M_{He}}} = \sqrt{\frac{600}{300} \times \frac{32}{4}} = \sqrt{2 \times 8} = \sqrt{16} = 4$.
Thus,the ratio is $4:1$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
The weight of a man in a lift moving upwards with an acceleration '$a$' is $620 \,N$. When the lift moves downwards with the same acceleration, his weight is found to be $340 \,N$. The real weight of the man is (in $\,N$)
A
$620$
B
$680$
C
$380$
D
$480$

Solution

(D) Let $m$ be the mass of the man and $g$ be the acceleration due to gravity.
When the lift moves upwards with acceleration $a$, the apparent weight is $W_1 = m(g + a) = 620 \,N$ --- $(i)$
When the lift moves downwards with the same acceleration $a$, the apparent weight is $W_2 = m(g - a) = 340 \,N$ --- (ii)
Adding equations $(i)$ and (ii):
$m(g + a) + m(g - a) = 620 + 340$
$mg + ma + mg - ma = 960$
$2mg = 960$
$mg = 480 \,N$
Thus, the real weight of the man is $480 \,N$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
Three bodies $P$,$Q$ and $R$ have masses $m \ kg$,$2m \ kg$ and $3m \ kg$ respectively. If all the bodies have equal kinetic energy,then which body/bodies will have the greater momentum?
A
$Q$
B
$R$
C
$P$ and $Q$
D
$P$

Solution

(B) The kinetic energy $K$ is related to momentum $p$ and mass $m$ by the formula $K = \frac{p^2}{2m}$.
Rearranging this formula for momentum,we get $p^2 = 2mK$,which implies $p = \sqrt{2mK}$.
Since all three bodies have equal kinetic energy ($K$ is constant),the momentum is directly proportional to the square root of the mass: $p \propto \sqrt{m}$.
Comparing the masses: $m_P = m$,$m_Q = 2m$,and $m_R = 3m$.
Since $m_R > m_Q > m_P$,it follows that $p_R > p_Q > p_P$.
Therefore,the body with the greatest mass,which is $R$,will have the greatest momentum.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ force is applied to a body of mass $2 \,kg$ at rest on a frictionless horizontal surface, as shown in the force-time $(F-t)$ graph. The speed of the body after $1 \,s$ is: (in $\,m/s$)
Question diagram
A
$7.5$
B
$12.5$
C
$10$
D
$15$

Solution

(A) The area under the $F-t$ graph represents the impulse, which is equal to the change in momentum of the body.
Since the body is initially at rest, the impulse equals the final momentum of the body after $1 \,s$.
$\text{Impulse} = \text{Area under } F-t \text{ graph}$
$\text{Impulse} = (10 \,N \times 0.5 \,s) + (20 \,N \times 0.5 \,s)$
$\text{Impulse} = 5 \,N-s + 10 \,N-s = 15 \,N-s$
Since $\text{Impulse} = \Delta p = m \times v - m \times u$ and $u = 0$, we have:
$15 = 2 \,kg \times v$
$v = \frac{15}{2} = 7.5 \,m/s$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ particle moves in a circular orbit of radius $r$ under a central attractive force $F = -\frac{k}{r}$,where $k$ is a constant. The periodic time of this motion is proportional to:
A
$r^{1/2}$
B
$r^{2/3}$
C
$r$
D
$r^{3/2}$

Solution

(C) For a particle moving in a circular orbit,the centripetal force is provided by the central attractive force.
Given $F = \frac{k}{r}$,the magnitude of the centripetal force is $F_c = m r \omega^2$.
Equating the two: $m r \omega^2 = \frac{k}{r}$.
Rearranging for angular velocity $\omega$: $\omega^2 = \frac{k}{m r^2}$.
Taking the square root: $\omega = \sqrt{\frac{k}{m}} \cdot \frac{1}{r}$.
Since the periodic time $T = \frac{2\pi}{\omega}$,we have $T = 2\pi \sqrt{\frac{m}{k}} \cdot r$.
Therefore,$T \propto r$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The angle of banking ' $\theta$ ' for a meter gauge railway line is $\theta = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{20}\right)$. What is the elevation of the outer rail above the inner rail (in $\text{ cm}$)?
A
$20$
B
$10$
C
$0.2$
D
$5$

Solution

(D) The angle of banking $\theta$ is given by $\tan \theta = \frac{h}{x}$,where $h$ is the elevation of the outer rail and $x$ is the gauge of the railway line.
Given,the gauge $x = 1 \text{ m}$ and $\tan \theta = \frac{1}{20}$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$\frac{1}{20} = \frac{h}{1 \text{ m}}$
$h = \frac{1}{20} \text{ m} = 0.05 \text{ m}$.
Converting this to centimeters:
$h = 0.05 \times 100 \text{ cm} = 5 \text{ cm}$.
Thus,the elevation of the outer rail above the inner rail is $5 \text{ cm}$.
Solution diagram
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ bob of a simple pendulum of mass $m$ is displaced through $90^{\circ}$ from the mean position and released. When the bob is at the lowest position,the tension in the string is:
A
$4mg$
B
$2mg$
C
$mg$
D
$3mg$

Solution

(D) Let the length of the pendulum be $r$. When the bob is displaced by $90^{\circ}$ from the mean position,its height relative to the lowest point is $r$.
By the law of conservation of energy,the potential energy at the highest point is converted into kinetic energy at the lowest point:
$PE_{top} = KE_{bottom}$
$mgr = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$
$mv^2 = 2mgr$
At the lowest position,the forces acting on the bob are the tension $T$ (upwards) and weight $mg$ (downwards). The net force provides the necessary centripetal force:
$T - mg = \frac{mv^2}{r}$
$T = mg + \frac{mv^2}{r}$
Substituting $mv^2 = 2mgr$ into the equation:
$T = mg + \frac{2mgr}{r} = mg + 2mg = 3mg$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ spring balance is attached to the ceiling of a lift. $A$ man hangs his bag on the spring and the spring balance reads $49 \,N$, when the lift is stationary. If the lift moves downward with an acceleration of $5 \,m/s^2$, the reading of the spring balance will be $(g = 9.8 \,m/s^2)$. (in $\,N$)
A
$15$
B
$24$
C
$49$
D
$74$

Solution

(B) When the lift is stationary, the reading of the spring balance is equal to the weight of the bag: $W = mg = 49 \,N$.
Given $g = 9.8 \,m/s^2$, the mass of the bag is $m = \frac{49}{9.8} = 5 \,kg$.
When the lift moves downward with an acceleration $a = 5 \,m/s^2$, the apparent weight $T$ is given by the formula: $T = m(g - a)$.
Substituting the values: $T = 5(9.8 - 5)$.
$T = 5(4.8) = 24 \,N$.
Therefore, the reading of the spring balance will be $24 \,N$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
Water rises in a capillary tube of radius $r$ up to a height $h$. The mass of water in the capillary is $m$. The mass of water that will rise in a capillary tube of radius $\frac{r}{3}$ will be:
A
$3m$
B
$\frac{m}{3}$
C
$m$
D
$\frac{2m}{3}$

Solution

(B) The height $h$ to which water rises in a capillary tube is given by $h = \frac{2T \cos \theta}{r \rho g}$,which implies $h \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
The mass of water $m$ in the capillary is given by $m = \text{Volume} \times \text{Density} = (\pi r^2 h) \rho$.
Substituting $h \propto \frac{1}{r}$ into the mass equation,we get $m \propto r^2 \times \frac{1}{r}$,which simplifies to $m \propto r$.
For a new radius $r' = \frac{r}{3}$,the new mass $m'$ will be $m' = m \times \frac{r'}{r} = m \times \frac{r/3}{r} = \frac{m}{3}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
In a capillary tube having an area of cross-section '$A$',water rises to a height '$h$'. If the cross-sectional area is reduced to $\frac{A}{9}$,the rise of water in the capillary tube is:
A
$h$
B
$4 h$
C
$3 h$
D
$2 h$

Solution

(C) The height of water rise in a capillary tube is given by the formula: $h = \frac{2 T \cos \theta}{r \rho g}$.
From this,we can see that $h \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
The area of cross-section is $A = \pi r^2$,which implies $r = \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}}$,so $r \propto \sqrt{A}$.
Substituting this into the proportionality for height,we get $h \propto \frac{1}{\sqrt{A}}$.
Given the initial area is $A_1 = A$ and the final area is $A_2 = \frac{A}{9}$,we have the ratio:
$\frac{h_2}{h_1} = \sqrt{\frac{A_1}{A_2}} = \sqrt{\frac{A}{A/9}} = \sqrt{9} = 3$.
Therefore,the new height $h_2 = 3 h$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
What should be the radius of a water drop so that the excess pressure inside it is $72 \ Nm^{-2}$ (in $mm$)? (The surface tension of water is $7.2 \times 10^{-2} \ Nm^{-1}$)
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$8$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) The excess pressure inside a water drop is given by the formula: $P = \frac{2T}{R}$,where $T$ is the surface tension and $R$ is the radius of the drop.
Given:
Excess pressure $P = 72 \ Nm^{-2}$
Surface tension $T = 7.2 \times 10^{-2} \ Nm^{-1}$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$72 = \frac{2 \times 7.2 \times 10^{-2}}{R}$
$R = \frac{2 \times 7.2 \times 10^{-2}}{72}$
$R = \frac{14.4 \times 10^{-2}}{72}$
$R = 0.2 \times 10^{-2} \ m = 2 \times 10^{-3} \ m$
Since $1 \ mm = 10^{-3} \ m$,we have $R = 2 \ mm$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
The surface energy of a liquid drop is $U$. It splits up into $512$ equal droplets. The surface energy becomes (in $U$)
A
$8$
B
$6$
C
$4$
D
$2$

Solution

(A) Let $R$ be the radius of the large drop and $r$ be the radius of each small droplet.
Since the volume remains constant,we have $\frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 = 512 \times \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$.
This simplifies to $R^3 = 512 r^3$,which gives $R = 8r$ or $r = \frac{R}{8}$.
The initial surface energy is $U = 4 \pi R^2 T$,where $T$ is the surface tension.
The new surface energy $U'$ is the sum of the surface energies of $512$ droplets: $U' = 512 \times (4 \pi r^2 T)$.
Substituting $r = \frac{R}{8}$ into the equation: $U' = 512 \times 4 \pi (\frac{R}{8})^2 T$.
$U' = 512 \times 4 \pi \frac{R^2}{64} T = 8 \times (4 \pi R^2 T) = 8 U$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
An inductive coil has a resistance of $100 \Omega$. When an a.c. signal of frequency $1000 \ Hz$ is applied to the coil,the voltage leads the current by $45^{\circ}$. The inductance of the coil is
A
$\frac{0.25}{2 \pi} \ H$
B
$\frac{0.05}{\pi} \ H$
C
$\frac{0.25}{\pi} \ H$
D
$\frac{0.5}{\pi} \ H$

Solution

(B) The phase difference $\phi$ between voltage and current in an $RL$ circuit is given by $\tan \phi = \frac{X_L}{R}$.
Given $\phi = 45^{\circ}$,$R = 100 \ \Omega$,and $f = 1000 \ Hz$.
Since $\tan 45^{\circ} = 1$,we have $X_L = R$.
Substituting $X_L = 2 \pi f L$,we get $2 \pi f L = R$.
Therefore,$L = \frac{R}{2 \pi f}$.
Substituting the values: $L = \frac{100}{2 \pi \times 1000} = \frac{100}{2000 \pi} = \frac{1}{20 \pi} = \frac{0.05}{\pi} \ H$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ series $LCR$ circuit with resistance $R=500 \ \Omega$ is connected to an a.c. source of $250 \ V$. When only the capacitance is removed,the current lags behind the voltage by $60^{\circ}$. When only the inductance is removed,the current leads the voltage by $60^{\circ}$. The impedance of the circuit is
A
$\frac{500}{\sqrt{3}} \ \Omega$
B
$500 \sqrt{3} \ \Omega$
C
$250 \ \Omega$
D
$500 \ \Omega$

Solution

(D) When the capacitance is removed,the circuit becomes an $LR$ circuit. The phase difference is given by $\tan \phi = \frac{X_L}{R}$.
Given $\phi = 60^{\circ}$,we have $\tan 60^{\circ} = \frac{X_L}{R} = \sqrt{3}$,so $X_L = R\sqrt{3}$.
When the inductance is removed,the circuit becomes an $RC$ circuit. The phase difference is given by $\tan \phi = \frac{X_C}{R}$.
Given $\phi = 60^{\circ}$,we have $\tan 60^{\circ} = \frac{X_C}{R} = \sqrt{3}$,so $X_C = R\sqrt{3}$.
Since $X_L = X_C$,the circuit is in resonance.
At resonance,the impedance $Z = R$.
Given $R = 500 \ \Omega$,the impedance $Z = 500 \ \Omega$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
An inductor coil takes a current of $8 \, A$ when connected to a $100 \, V$ and $50 \, Hz$ $AC$ source. $A$ pure resistor under the same condition takes a current of $10 \, A$. If the inductor coil and resistor are connected in series to a $100 \, V$ and $40 \, Hz$ $AC$ supply, then the current in the series combination of the above resistor and inductor is:
A
$\frac{10}{\sqrt{3}} \, A$
B
$\frac{5}{\sqrt{2}} \, A$
C
$10 \sqrt{2} \, A$
D
$5 \sqrt{2} \, A$

Solution

(D) For the inductor coil at $50 \, Hz$:
$X_L = \frac{V}{I} = \frac{100}{8} = 12.5 \, \Omega$.
For the resistor:
$R = \frac{V}{I} = \frac{100}{10} = 10 \, \Omega$.
At the new frequency $f' = 40 \, Hz$, the new inductive reactance $X_L'$ is:
$X_L' = X_L \times \frac{f'}{f} = 12.5 \times \frac{40}{50} = 10 \, \Omega$.
When connected in series, the impedance $Z$ is:
$Z = \sqrt{R^2 + (X_L')^2} = \sqrt{10^2 + 10^2} = 10\sqrt{2} \, \Omega$.
The current $I$ in the series circuit is:
$I = \frac{V}{Z} = \frac{100}{10\sqrt{2}} = \frac{10}{\sqrt{2}} = 5\sqrt{2} \, A$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ series combination of resistor $R$ and capacitor $C$ is connected to an $A$.$C$. source of angular frequency $\omega$. Keeping the voltage same,if the frequency is changed to $\frac{\omega}{3}$,the current becomes half of the original current. Then the ratio of capacitive reactance and resistance at the former frequency is
A
$\sqrt{0.6}$
B
$\sqrt{6}$
C
$\sqrt{3}$
D
$\sqrt{2}$

Solution

(A) The initial impedance is $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + X_c^2}$,where $X_c = \frac{1}{\omega C}$.
The initial current is $I = \frac{V}{Z}$.
When the frequency changes to $\omega' = \frac{\omega}{3}$,the new capacitive reactance is $X_c' = \frac{1}{\omega' C} = \frac{1}{(\omega/3) C} = 3X_c$.
The new impedance is $Z' = \sqrt{R^2 + (X_c')^2} = \sqrt{R^2 + (3X_c)^2}$.
Given that the new current $I' = \frac{I}{2}$,we have $\frac{V}{Z'} = \frac{1}{2} \frac{V}{Z}$,which implies $Z' = 2Z$.
Squaring both sides,$(Z')^2 = 4Z^2$,so $R^2 + 9X_c^2 = 4(R^2 + X_c^2)$.
$R^2 + 9X_c^2 = 4R^2 + 4X_c^2$.
$5X_c^2 = 3R^2$.
$\frac{X_c^2}{R^2} = \frac{3}{5} = 0.6$.
Therefore,the ratio $\frac{X_c}{R} = \sqrt{0.6}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
In the graphical representation of e.m.f. $e$ and current $i$ versus $\omega t$ for an a.c. circuit,both emf and current reach zero,minimum,and maximum values at the same time. The circuit element connected to the source will be
A
pure capacitor
B
combination of capacitor and inductor
C
pure resistor
D
pure inductor

Solution

(C) In an a.c. circuit,when the electromotive force $(e)$ and current $(i)$ reach their zero,minimum,and maximum values at the same time,it indicates that there is no phase difference between them.
This means the phase angle $\phi = 0$.
In a purely resistive circuit,the voltage and current are always in phase.
Therefore,the circuit element connected to the source must be a pure resistor.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
In an $LCR$ series resonant circuit,at resonance,the voltage across $L$ and $C$ will cancel each other because they are:
A
$90^{\circ}$ out of phase
B
$90^{\circ}$ in phase
C
$180^{\circ}$ in phase
D
$180^{\circ}$ out of phase

Solution

(D) In an $LCR$ series resonant circuit,the voltage across the inductor $(V_L)$ leads the current by $90^{\circ}$,while the voltage across the capacitor $(V_C)$ lags the current by $90^{\circ}$.
Therefore,the phase difference between $V_L$ and $V_C$ is $90^{\circ} - (-90^{\circ}) = 180^{\circ}$.
Since they are $180^{\circ}$ out of phase,they act in opposite directions.
At resonance,the inductive reactance equals the capacitive reactance $(X_L = X_C)$,which implies $V_L = V_C$.
Because they are equal in magnitude and $180^{\circ}$ out of phase,they cancel each other out.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
An $a.c.$ source of angular frequency $\omega$ is connected across a resistor $R$ and a capacitor $C$ in series. The current registered is $I$. If the frequency of the source is changed to $\frac{\omega}{3}$ (while maintaining the same voltage),the current in the circuit is found to be halved. The ratio of reactance to resistance at the original frequency $\omega$ is:
A
$\sqrt{\frac{2}{5}}$
B
$\sqrt{\frac{1}{5}}$
C
$\sqrt{\frac{4}{5}}$
D
$\sqrt{\frac{3}{5}}$

Solution

(D) The initial impedance is $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + X_c^2}$,where $X_c = \frac{1}{\omega C}$. The initial current is $I = \frac{V}{Z}$.
When the frequency changes to $\omega' = \frac{\omega}{3}$,the new reactance is $X_c' = \frac{1}{\omega' C} = \frac{1}{(\omega/3)C} = 3X_c$.
The new impedance is $Z' = \sqrt{R^2 + (3X_c)^2} = \sqrt{R^2 + 9X_c^2}$.
The new current is $I' = \frac{V}{Z'} = \frac{I}{2}$,which implies $Z' = 2Z$.
Squaring both sides,$Z'^2 = 4Z^2$,so $R^2 + 9X_c^2 = 4(R^2 + X_c^2)$.
$R^2 + 9X_c^2 = 4R^2 + 4X_c^2$.
$5X_c^2 = 3R^2$.
$\frac{X_c^2}{R^2} = \frac{3}{5}$.
Therefore,the ratio $\frac{X_c}{R} = \sqrt{\frac{3}{5}}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
In an $A.C.$ circuit,a resistance $R = 40 \ \Omega$ and an inductance $L$ are connected in series. If the phase angle between voltage and current is $45^{\circ}$,then the value of the inductive reactance is $(\tan 45^{\circ} = 1)$. (in $Omega$)
A
$50$
B
$40$
C
$10$
D
$20$

Solution

(B) In a series $RL$ circuit,the phase angle $\phi$ between voltage and current is given by the formula: $\tan \phi = \frac{X_L}{R}$.
Given that the phase angle $\phi = 45^{\circ}$ and the resistance $R = 40 \ \Omega$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$\tan 45^{\circ} = \frac{X_L}{40}$.
Since $\tan 45^{\circ} = 1$,we have:
$1 = \frac{X_L}{40}$.
Therefore,the inductive reactance $X_L = 40 \ \Omega$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ capacitor of capacity $C$ is charged to a potential $V$. It is connected in parallel to an inductor of inductance $L$. The maximum current that will flow in the circuit is
A
$V \sqrt{\frac{L}{C}}$
B
$V \sqrt{LC}$
C
$V \sqrt{\frac{C}{L}}$
D
$\frac{VC^2}{L}$

Solution

(C) The energy stored in the capacitor is $U_E = \frac{1}{2}CV^2$.
When the capacitor is connected to the inductor,the energy oscillates between the electric field of the capacitor and the magnetic field of the inductor.
At the moment of maximum current $i_0$,all the energy is stored in the inductor as magnetic energy $U_B = \frac{1}{2}Li_0^2$.
By the law of conservation of energy: $\frac{1}{2}CV^2 = \frac{1}{2}Li_0^2$.
Solving for $i_0$: $i_0^2 = \frac{CV^2}{L} \implies i_0 = V \sqrt{\frac{C}{L}}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
Which graph shows the correct variation of r.m.s. current '$I$' with frequency '$f$' of an $A$.$C$. in the case of an $LCR$ series resonance circuit?
Question diagram
A
$Q$
B
$P$
C
$R$
D
$S$

Solution

(D) In a series $LCR$ circuit,the impedance $Z$ is given by $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + (X_L - X_C)^2} = \sqrt{R^2 + (2\pi fL - \frac{1}{2\pi fC})^2}$.
The r.m.s. current is given by $I = \frac{V}{Z} = \frac{V}{\sqrt{R^2 + (2\pi fL - \frac{1}{2\pi fC})^2}}$.
At resonance,the inductive reactance $X_L$ equals the capacitive reactance $X_C$,which makes the impedance $Z$ minimum $(Z = R)$.
Consequently,the current $I$ becomes maximum at the resonant frequency $f_0 = \frac{1}{2\pi\sqrt{LC}}$.
As the frequency $f$ increases from zero,the current first increases,reaches a maximum at resonance,and then decreases. This behavior is correctly represented by graph $S$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
In the part of an a.c. circuit as shown,the resistance $R=0.2 \ \Omega$. At a certain instant,$(V_{A}-V_{B})=0.5 \ V$,$I=0.5 \ A$ and $\frac{dI}{dt}=8 \ A/s$. The inductance of the coil is (in $H$)
Question diagram
A
$0.04$
B
$0.02$
C
$0.08$
D
$0.05$

Solution

(D) For the given part of the circuit containing an inductor $L$ and a resistor $R$ in series,the potential difference between points $A$ and $B$ is given by the equation:
$V_A - V_B = L \frac{dI}{dt} + IR$
Given values are $V_A - V_B = 0.5 \ V$,$I = 0.5 \ A$,$R = 0.2 \ \Omega$,and $\frac{dI}{dt} = 8 \ A/s$.
Substituting these values into the equation:
$0.5 = L(8) + (0.5)(0.2)$
$0.5 = 8L + 0.1$
$8L = 0.5 - 0.1$
$8L = 0.4$
$L = \frac{0.4}{8} = 0.05 \ H$
Therefore,the inductance of the coil is $0.05 \ H$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
In the circuit shown in the figure,an a.c. source gives voltage $V = 20 \cos (2000 t)$. The impedance and r.m.s. current respectively will be:
Question diagram
A
$10 \Omega, \sqrt{2} \text{ A}$
B
$5 \Omega, 2 \text{ A}$
C
$15 \Omega, \frac{2 \sqrt{2}}{3} \text{ A}$
D
$5 \Omega, 1 \text{ A}$

Solution

(C) Given voltage $V = 20 \cos (2000 t)$,comparing with $V = V_0 \cos (\omega t)$,we get peak voltage $V_0 = 20 \text{ V}$ and angular frequency $\omega = 2000 \text{ rad/s}$.
From the circuit,total resistance $R = 10 \Omega + 5 \Omega = 15 \Omega$,inductance $L = 5 \text{ mH} = 5 \times 10^{-3} \text{ H}$,and capacitance $C = 50 \mu\text{F} = 50 \times 10^{-6} \text{ F}$.
Inductive reactance $X_L = \omega L = 2000 \times 5 \times 10^{-3} = 10 \Omega$.
Capacitive reactance $X_C = \frac{1}{\omega C} = \frac{1}{2000 \times 50 \times 10^{-6}} = \frac{1}{0.1} = 10 \Omega$.
Since $X_L = X_C$,the circuit is in resonance,and the impedance $Z = R = 15 \Omega$.
The peak current $I_0 = \frac{V_0}{Z} = \frac{20}{15} = \frac{4}{3} \text{ A}$.
The r.m.s. current $I_{rms} = \frac{I_0}{\sqrt{2}} = \frac{4/3}{\sqrt{2}} = \frac{2 \sqrt{2}}{3} \text{ A}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
In an $LCR$ series $a.c.$ circuit,the voltage across each of the components $L, C$ and $R$ is $60 \,V$. The voltage across the $LC$ combination is
A
$120 \,V$
B
$60 \,V$
C
$0 \,V$
D
$\frac{60}{\sqrt{3}} \,V$

Solution

(C) In an $LCR$ series circuit,the voltage across the inductor $V_L$ and the voltage across the capacitor $V_C$ are $180^{\circ}$ out of phase with each other.
Given that $V_L = 60 \,V$ and $V_C = 60 \,V$.
The resultant voltage across the $LC$ combination is given by $V_{LC} = |V_L - V_C|$.
Substituting the values,we get $V_{LC} = |60 \,V - 60 \,V| = 0 \,V$.
Therefore,the voltage across the $LC$ combination is $0 \,V$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
For a series $LCR$ circuit,which one of the following is a $CORRECT$ statement?
A
Potential difference across $R$ and that across the capacitor have a phase difference of $\frac{\pi}{2}$.
B
Applied e.m.f. and potential difference across resistance $R$ are in the same phase.
C
Applied e.m.f. and potential difference across the inductor coil have a phase difference of $\frac{\pi}{2}$.
D
Potential difference across the capacitor and that across the inductor have a phase difference of $\frac{\pi}{2}$.

Solution

(A) In a series $LCR$ circuit,the current $I$ is the same through all components.
$1$. The potential difference across the resistor $(V_R)$ is in phase with the current $I$.
$2$. The potential difference across the capacitor $(V_C)$ lags behind the current $I$ by $\frac{\pi}{2}$.
$3$. The potential difference across the inductor $(V_L)$ leads the current $I$ by $\frac{\pi}{2}$.
Evaluating the options:
$(A)$ The potential difference across $R$ $(V_R)$ is in phase with $I$,and the potential difference across the capacitor $(V_C)$ lags behind $I$ by $\frac{\pi}{2}$. Therefore,the phase difference between $V_R$ and $V_C$ is $\frac{\pi}{2}$. This is $CORRECT$.
$(B)$ The applied e.m.f. $(V)$ leads or lags the current $I$ by a phase angle $\phi$,while $V_R$ is in phase with $I$. Thus,$V$ and $V_R$ are not in the same phase. This is $INCORRECT$.
$(C)$ The phase difference between the applied e.m.f. $(V)$ and $V_L$ is $(\frac{\pi}{2} - \phi)$. This is $INCORRECT$.
$(D)$ $V_L$ leads $I$ by $\frac{\pi}{2}$ and $V_C$ lags $I$ by $\frac{\pi}{2}$. Thus,the phase difference between $V_L$ and $V_C$ is $\pi$. This is $INCORRECT$.
Solution diagram
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ circuit containing resistance $R_1$,inductance $L_1$,and capacitance $C_1$ connected in series resonates at the same frequency $f_r$ as another circuit containing $R_2$,$L_2$,and $C_2$ in series. If the two circuits are connected in series,then the new frequency at resonance is
A
$\frac{3}{4} f_r$
B
$\frac{3}{2} f_r$
C
$2 f_r$
D
$f_r$

Solution

(D) For a series $RLC$ circuit,the resonant frequency is given by $\omega_r = \frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}}$.
Given that both circuits have the same resonant frequency $f_r$,we have:
$\omega_r = \frac{1}{\sqrt{L_1 C_1}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{L_2 C_2}} \implies L_1 C_1 = L_2 C_2$.
When the two circuits are connected in series,the equivalent inductance is $L_{eq} = L_1 + L_2$ and the equivalent capacitance is $C_{eq} = \frac{C_1 C_2}{C_1 + C_2}$.
The new resonant frequency $\omega'$ is given by:
$\omega' = \frac{1}{\sqrt{L_{eq} C_{eq}}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{(L_1 + L_2) \cdot \frac{C_1 C_2}{C_1 + C_2}}}$
Substituting $L_1 = \frac{L_2 C_2}{C_1}$:
$\omega' = \frac{1}{\sqrt{(\frac{L_2 C_2}{C_1} + L_2) \cdot \frac{C_1 C_2}{C_1 + C_2}}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{L_2 C_2 (\frac{C_2 + C_1}{C_1}) \cdot \frac{C_1 C_2}{C_1 + C_2}}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{L_2 C_2}} = \omega_r$.
Thus,the new resonant frequency remains $f_r$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ series $L-C-R$ circuit containing a resistance of $120 \Omega$ has an angular frequency of $4 \times 10^5 \ rad \ s^{-1}$. At resonance,the voltage across the resistance and the inductor are $60 \ V$ and $40 \ V$ respectively. The value of the inductance is: (in $mH$)
A
$0.2$
B
$0.4$
C
$0.8$
D
$0.6$

Solution

(A) At resonance,the impedance of the circuit is equal to the resistance,$Z = R$.
Since the circuit is in series,the current $I$ is the same through all components.
$I = \frac{V_R}{R} = \frac{60 \ V}{120 \ \Omega} = 0.5 \ A$.
At resonance,the inductive reactance $X_L$ is given by $X_L = \frac{V_L}{I}$.
$X_L = \frac{40 \ V}{0.5 \ A} = 80 \ \Omega$.
We know that $X_L = \omega L$,where $\omega = 4 \times 10^5 \ rad \ s^{-1}$.
$L = \frac{X_L}{\omega} = \frac{80}{4 \times 10^5} = 20 \times 10^{-5} \ H$.
$L = 2 \times 10^{-4} \ H = 0.2 \times 10^{-3} \ H = 0.2 \ mH$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
In a series $LCR$ circuit,at resonance,the peak value of current will be [where $E_0$ is peak emf,$R$ is resistance,$\omega L$ is inductive reactance,and $1/\omega C$ is capacitive reactance].
A
$\frac{E_0}{R}$
B
$\frac{E_0}{\sqrt{2} R}$
C
$\frac{E_0}{\sqrt{R^2+(\omega L - 1/\omega C)^2}}$
D
$\frac{E_0}{\sqrt{2} \sqrt{R^2+(\omega L - 1/\omega C)^2}}$

Solution

(A) In a series $LCR$ circuit,the impedance $Z$ is given by $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + (\omega L - 1/\omega C)^2}$.
At resonance,the inductive reactance equals the capacitive reactance,i.e.,$\omega L = 1/\omega C$.
Therefore,the net reactance $(\omega L - 1/\omega C)$ becomes zero.
Substituting this into the impedance formula,we get $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + 0^2} = R$.
The peak current $I_0$ is given by $I_0 = E_0 / Z$.
Substituting $Z = R$,we get $I_0 = E_0 / R$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
When a d.c. voltage of $200 \, V$ is applied to a coil of self-inductance $\left(\frac{2 \sqrt{3}}{\pi}\right) \, H$, a current of $1 \, A$ flows through it. But by replacing the d.c. source with an a.c. source of $200 \, V$, the current in the coil is reduced to $0.5 \, A$. Then the frequency of the a.c. supply is: (in $ \, Hz$)
A
$100$
B
$60$
C
$75$
D
$50$

Solution

(D) When a d.c. voltage is applied, the coil acts as a pure resistor because the inductive reactance $X_L = 2 \pi f L = 0$ for $f = 0$.
$R = \frac{V}{I_{dc}} = \frac{200}{1} = 200 \, \Omega$
When an a.c. voltage is applied, the impedance $Z$ of the $LR$ circuit is given by:
$Z = \frac{V}{I_{ac}} = \frac{200}{0.5} = 400 \, \Omega$
The impedance is related to resistance and inductive reactance by $Z^2 = R^2 + X_L^2$.
$(400)^2 = (200)^2 + X_L^2$
$160000 = 40000 + X_L^2$
$X_L^2 = 120000$
$X_L = \sqrt{120000} = 200 \sqrt{3} \, \Omega$
Since $X_L = 2 \pi f L$, we have:
$2 \pi f \left( \frac{2 \sqrt{3}}{\pi} \right) = 200 \sqrt{3}$
$4 \sqrt{3} f = 200 \sqrt{3}$
$f = \frac{200}{4} = 50 \, Hz$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
An alternating voltage is represented by $V = 80 \sin(100 \pi t) \cos(100 \pi t) \text{ V}$. The peak voltage is (in $\text{ V}$)
A
$20$
B
$40$
C
$30$
D
$50$

Solution

(B) The given equation is $V = 80 \sin(100 \pi t) \cos(100 \pi t)$.
Using the trigonometric identity $\sin(2\theta) = 2 \sin \theta \cos \theta$,we can rewrite the equation as:
$V = 40 \times (2 \sin(100 \pi t) \cos(100 \pi t))$
$V = 40 \sin(200 \pi t)$.
Comparing this with the standard form of alternating voltage $V = V_0 \sin(\omega t)$,where $V_0$ is the peak voltage,
we get $V_0 = 40 \text{ V}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
The instantaneous value of an alternating current is given by $I = 50 \sin(100 \pi t)$. It will achieve a value of $25 \ A$ after a time interval of (given $\sin 30^{\circ} = 0.5$):
A
$\frac{1}{300} \ s$
B
$\frac{1}{100} \ s$
C
$\frac{1}{200} \ s$
D
$\frac{1}{600} \ s$

Solution

(D) The given equation for the instantaneous current is $I = 50 \sin(100 \pi t)$.
We need to find the time $t$ when $I = 25 \ A$.
Substituting the values into the equation:
$25 = 50 \sin(100 \pi t)$
$\frac{25}{50} = \sin(100 \pi t)$
$0.5 = \sin(100 \pi t)$
Since $\sin 30^{\circ} = 0.5$ and $30^{\circ} = \frac{\pi}{6}$ radians,we have:
$100 \pi t = \frac{\pi}{6}$
Dividing both sides by $100 \pi$:
$t = \frac{\pi}{6 \times 100 \pi}$
$t = \frac{1}{600} \ s$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The inductive reactance of a coil is $R$. If the inductance of the coil is doubled and the frequency of the $A.C.$ supply is also doubled,then the new inductive reactance will be:
A
$2 R$
B
$8 R$
C
$R/2$
D
$4 R$

Solution

(D) The formula for inductive reactance $(X_L)$ is given by $X_L = 2 \pi f L$,where $f$ is the frequency and $L$ is the inductance.
Given that the initial inductive reactance is $R = 2 \pi f L$.
If the new inductance $L' = 2L$ and the new frequency $f' = 2f$,the new inductive reactance $X_L'$ will be:
$X_L' = 2 \pi f' L' = 2 \pi (2f) (2L) = 4 (2 \pi f L) = 4R$.
Therefore,the new inductive reactance is $4R$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ parallel plate capacitor having plates of radius $6 \text{ cm}$ has capacitance $100 \text{ pF}$. It is connected to a $230 \text{ V}$ a.c. supply with angular frequency $300 \text{ rad/s}$. The r.m.s. value of current is:
A
$6.9 \times 10^{-6} \text{ A}$
B
$2.3 \times 10^{-5} \text{ A}$
C
$6.9 \times 10^{-5} \text{ A}$
D
$6.9 \times 10^{-7} \text{ A}$

Solution

(A) The r.m.s. current $I_{rms}$ in a capacitive circuit is given by $I_{rms} = \frac{V_{rms}}{X_C}$,where $X_C = \frac{1}{\omega C}$ is the capacitive reactance.
Substituting $X_C$,we get $I_{rms} = V_{rms} \cdot \omega \cdot C$.
Given values are $V_{rms} = 230 \text{ V}$,$\omega = 300 \text{ rad/s}$,and $C = 100 \text{ pF} = 100 \times 10^{-12} \text{ F}$.
$I_{rms} = 230 \times 300 \times 100 \times 10^{-12} \text{ A}$.
$I_{rms} = 230 \times 3 \times 10^4 \times 10^{-12} \text{ A}$.
$I_{rms} = 690 \times 10^{-8} \text{ A} = 6.9 \times 10^{-6} \text{ A}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The peak value of an alternating emf $e$ given by $e = e_0 \cos \omega t$ is $10 \ V$ and its frequency is $50 \ Hz$. At time $t = \frac{1}{600} \ s$,the instantaneous e.m.f is:
A
$10 \ V$
B
$\frac{10}{\sqrt{3}} \ V$
C
$5 \ V$
D
$5 \sqrt{3} \ V$

Solution

(D) The given equation for alternating emf is $e = e_0 \cos \omega t$.
Given peak value $e_0 = 10 \ V$ and frequency $f = 50 \ Hz$.
The angular frequency is $\omega = 2 \pi f = 2 \pi \times 50 = 100 \pi \ rad/s$.
Substituting the values into the equation at $t = \frac{1}{600} \ s$:
$e = 10 \cos(100 \pi \times \frac{1}{600})$
$e = 10 \cos(\frac{\pi}{6})$
Since $\cos(\frac{\pi}{6}) = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$,we get:
$e = 10 \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} = 5 \sqrt{3} \ V$.
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If we increase the frequency of an $a.c.$ supply,then inductive reactance
A
increases directly with the square of frequency
B
increases as it is directly proportional to frequency
C
decreases inversely with the square of frequency
D
decreases as it is inversely proportional to the frequency

Solution

(B) The inductive reactance $X_{L}$ of an inductor is given by the formula $X_{L} = 2 \pi f L$,where $f$ is the frequency of the $a.c.$ supply and $L$ is the self-inductance.
From this relation,it is clear that $X_{L} \propto f$.
Therefore,if the frequency $f$ increases,the inductive reactance $X_{L}$ also increases linearly.
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An alternating e.m.f. is $e = e_0 \sin \omega t$. In what time will the e.m.f. reach half its maximum value,if $e$ starts from zero? ($T$ = time period)
A
$\frac{T}{12}$
B
$\frac{T}{16}$
C
$\frac{T}{4}$
D
$\frac{T}{8}$

Solution

(A) Given the alternating e.m.f. equation: $e = e_0 \sin \omega t$.
We want to find the time $t$ when $e = \frac{e_0}{2}$.
Substituting the value into the equation: $\frac{e_0}{2} = e_0 \sin \omega t$.
This simplifies to: $\sin \omega t = \frac{1}{2}$.
Since $\sin 30^{\circ} = \frac{1}{2}$,we have $\omega t = 30^{\circ} = \frac{\pi}{6} \text{ radians}$.
Substituting $\omega = \frac{2\pi}{T}$: $\left( \frac{2\pi}{T} \right) t = \frac{\pi}{6}$.
Solving for $t$: $t = \frac{T}{12}$.
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The frequency of the output signal of an $LC$ oscillator circuit is $F \ Hz$ with a capacitance of $0.1 \ \mu F$. If the value of the capacitor is increased to $0.2 \ \mu F$,then the frequency of the output signal will be
A
$\frac{F}{\sqrt{2}} \ Hz$
B
$\frac{F}{\sqrt{3}} \ Hz$
C
$\frac{F}{2} \ Hz$
D
$2 F \ Hz$

Solution

(A) The frequency of an $LC$ oscillator is given by the formula:
$F = \frac{1}{2 \pi \sqrt{LC}}$
From this relation,we can see that the frequency $F$ is inversely proportional to the square root of the capacitance $C$ (i.e.,$F \propto \frac{1}{\sqrt{C}}$).
Let $F_1 = F$ and $C_1 = 0.1 \ \mu F$.
Let $F_2$ be the new frequency and $C_2 = 0.2 \ \mu F$.
Using the ratio method:
$\frac{F_2}{F_1} = \sqrt{\frac{C_1}{C_2}}$
$\frac{F_2}{F} = \sqrt{\frac{0.1}{0.2}} = \sqrt{\frac{1}{2}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
Therefore,$F_2 = \frac{F}{\sqrt{2}} \ Hz$.
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For the circuit shown below,the instantaneous current through the inductor '$L$' and the capacitor '$C$' is respectively. (Given $e = e_0 \sin \omega t$)
Question diagram
A
$\frac{-e_0}{\omega L} \cos \omega t ; e_0 \omega C \cos \omega t$
B
$\frac{-e_0}{\omega L} \sin \omega t ; \frac{e_0}{\omega C} \cos \omega t$
C
$\frac{e_0 C}{L} \cos \omega t ; \frac{e_0 L}{C} \sin \omega t$
D
$\frac{-e_0 C}{L} \sin \omega t ; \frac{e_0 L}{C} \cos \omega t$

Solution

(A) The applied voltage is $e = e_0 \sin \omega t$.
In an inductor,the current lags the voltage by $\frac{\pi}{2}$. The inductive reactance is $X_L = \omega L$. Thus,the instantaneous current $i_L$ is:
$i_L = \frac{e_0}{\omega L} \sin \left(\omega t - \frac{\pi}{2}\right) = -\frac{e_0}{\omega L} \cos \omega t$
In a capacitor,the current leads the voltage by $\frac{\pi}{2}$. The capacitive reactance is $X_C = \frac{1}{\omega C}$. Thus,the instantaneous current $i_C$ is:
$i_C = \frac{e_0}{X_C} \sin \left(\omega t + \frac{\pi}{2}\right) = e_0 \omega C \cos \omega t$
Therefore,the currents are $-\frac{e_0}{\omega L} \cos \omega t$ and $e_0 \omega C \cos \omega t$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ rejector circuit is the resonant circuit in which
A
$L-C-R$ are connected in parallel.
B
$L-C-R$ are connected in series.
C
$C-R$ are connected in series.
D
$L-R$ are connected in series.

Solution

(A) rejector circuit,also known as a parallel resonant circuit,is a circuit in which an inductor $(L)$ and a capacitor $(C)$ are connected in parallel. At the resonant frequency,the impedance of this parallel combination becomes maximum,which effectively rejects or blocks the current at that specific frequency. Therefore,$L-C-R$ components are connected in parallel to form a rejector circuit.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
In an ideal step-down transformer, out of the following quantities, which quantity increases in the secondary coil?
A
Power
B
Voltage
C
Current
D
Frequency

Solution

(C) For an ideal transformer, the input power equals the output power, meaning $P_{in} = P_{out}$.
Since $P = V \times I$, we have $V_{p}I_{p} = V_{s}I_{s}$, which implies $\frac{V_{s}}{V_{p}} = \frac{I_{p}}{I_{s}}$.
In a step-down transformer, the secondary voltage $V_{s}$ is less than the primary voltage $V_{p}$ $(V_{s} < V_{p})$.
According to the relation $\frac{V_{s}}{V_{p}} = \frac{I_{p}}{I_{s}}$, if $V_{s} < V_{p}$, then $I_{s} > I_{p}$.
Therefore, the current increases in the secondary coil.
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In a step-up transformer,which one of the following statements is correct?
A
Number of turns in the secondary coil is less than in primary coil
B
Voltage in secondary coil is less than in primary coil
C
Current in the primary coil is more than current in the secondary coil
D
Current in the primary coil is equal to current in the secondary coil

Solution

(C) step-up transformer increases the voltage,meaning $V_s > V_p$.
Since the power in an ideal transformer is conserved $(P_p = P_s)$,we have $V_p I_p = V_s I_s$.
Because $V_s > V_p$,it follows that $I_p > I_s$.
Therefore,the current in the primary coil is greater than the current in the secondary coil.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ step-down transformer is used to reduce the main supply from $V_1$ volt to $V_2$ volt. The primary coil draws a current $I_1$ $A$ and the secondary coil draws $I_2$ $A$. $(I_1 < I_2)$. The ratio of input power to output power is
A
$\frac{V_1 V_2}{I_1 I_2}$
B
$\frac{I_1 V_1}{I_2 V_2}$
C
$\frac{I_1 I_2}{V_1 V_2}$
D
$\frac{V_1 I_2}{V_2 I_1}$

Solution

(B) The input power to the transformer is given by $P_{\text{in}} = V_1 I_1$.
The output power from the transformer is given by $P_{\text{out}} = V_2 I_2$.
The ratio of input power to output power is $\frac{P_{\text{in}}}{P_{\text{out}}} = \frac{V_1 I_1}{V_2 I_2}$.
Assuming an ideal transformer,the input power equals the output power,so the ratio is $1:1$. However,based on the provided options and the general definition of power,the ratio is $\frac{V_1 I_1}{V_2 I_2}$. Since this specific expression is not explicitly listed in the options,we re-evaluate the question context. In many textbook problems,if the transformer is assumed to be ideal,the ratio is $1$. Given the options provided,option $B$ represents the ratio of input power to output power.
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$A$ step-down transformer has a turns ratio of $20:1$. If $8 \, V$ is applied across a $0.4 \, \Omega$ secondary coil, then the primary current will be: (in $ \, A$)
A
$2$
B
$1$
C
$0.5$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) Given, turns ratio $\frac{N_p}{N_s} = \frac{20}{1}$.
Secondary voltage $V_s = 8 \, V$ and secondary resistance $R_s = 0.4 \, \Omega$.
The secondary current $I_s$ is calculated using Ohm's law: $I_s = \frac{V_s}{R_s} = \frac{8}{0.4} = 20 \, A$.
For an ideal transformer, the relation between currents and turns ratio is $\frac{I_p}{I_s} = \frac{N_s}{N_p}$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{I_p}{20} = \frac{1}{20}$.
Therefore, the primary current $I_p = 1 \, A$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ step-up transformer operates on $220 \,V$ and supplies a current of $2 \,A$. The ratio of primary and secondary windings is $1:20$. The current in the primary is (in $\,A$)
A
$5$
B
$2$
C
$40$
D
$20$

Solution

(C) For an ideal transformer, the power input equals the power output, which implies $V_p I_p = V_s I_s$.
Also, the transformation ratio is given by $\frac{N_s}{N_p} = \frac{V_s}{V_p} = \frac{I_p}{I_s}$.
Given the ratio of primary to secondary windings is $\frac{N_p}{N_s} = 1:20$, we have $\frac{N_s}{N_p} = 20$.
Using the relation $\frac{I_p}{I_s} = \frac{N_s}{N_p}$, we get $I_p = I_s \times \left(\frac{N_s}{N_p}\right)$.
Given $I_s = 2 \,A$ and $\frac{N_s}{N_p} = 20$, we calculate $I_p = 2 \,A \times 20 = 40 \,A$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The electron in a hydrogen atom is initially in the third excited state. When it finally moves to the ground state,the maximum number of spectral lines emitted is:
A
$3$
B
$4$
C
$5$
D
$6$

Solution

(D) The electron is initially in the third excited state,which corresponds to the principal quantum number $n = 4$ (since the ground state is $n = 1$,first excited state is $n = 2$,second excited state is $n = 3$,and third excited state is $n = 4$).
When the electron transitions from an excited state $n$ to the ground state,the maximum number of spectral lines emitted is given by the formula:
$N = \frac{n(n - 1)}{2}$
Substituting $n = 4$ into the formula:
$N = \frac{4(4 - 1)}{2} = \frac{4 \times 3}{2} = 6$
Therefore,the maximum number of spectral lines emitted is $6$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
If $\lambda_1$ is the wavelength of the series limit of the Lyman series,$\lambda_2$ is the wavelength of the first line of the Lyman series,and $\lambda_3$ is the series limit of the Balmer series,then the relation between $\lambda_1, \lambda_2,$ and $\lambda_3$ is:
A
$\frac{1}{\lambda_1} - \frac{1}{\lambda_2} = \frac{1}{\lambda_3}$
B
$\frac{1}{\lambda_1} = \frac{1}{\lambda_2} - \frac{1}{\lambda_3}$
C
$\lambda_2 = \lambda_1 + \lambda_3$
D
$\lambda_1 = \lambda_2 + \lambda_3$

Solution

(A) The series limit of the Lyman series corresponds to the transition from $n = \infty$ to $n = 1$. Using the Rydberg formula $\frac{1}{\lambda} = R(\frac{1}{n_f^2} - \frac{1}{n_i^2})$:
$\frac{1}{\lambda_1} = R(\frac{1}{1^2} - \frac{1}{\infty^2}) = R$
The series limit of the Balmer series corresponds to the transition from $n = \infty$ to $n = 2$:
$\frac{1}{\lambda_3} = R(\frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{\infty^2}) = \frac{R}{4}$
The first line of the Lyman series corresponds to the transition from $n = 2$ to $n = 1$:
$\frac{1}{\lambda_2} = R(\frac{1}{1^2} - \frac{1}{2^2}) = R(1 - \frac{1}{4}) = R - \frac{R}{4}$
Substituting the values of $R$ and $\frac{R}{4}$ from the previous equations:
$\frac{1}{\lambda_2} = \frac{1}{\lambda_1} - \frac{1}{\lambda_3}$
Rearranging the terms,we get:
$\frac{1}{\lambda_1} - \frac{1}{\lambda_2} = \frac{1}{\lambda_3}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The wave number of the last line of the Balmer series in the hydrogen spectrum will be (Rydberg's constant,$R = 10^7 \ m^{-1}$)
A
$16 \times 10^4 \ m^{-1}$
B
$8 \times 10^5 \ m^{-1}$
C
$36 \times 10^7 \ m^{-1}$
D
$25 \times 10^5 \ m^{-1}$

Solution

(D) The wave number $\bar{\nu}$ for a spectral line is given by the Rydberg formula: $\bar{\nu} = R \left( \frac{1}{n_1^2} - \frac{1}{n_2^2} \right)$.
For the Balmer series,$n_1 = 2$.
The last line of the Balmer series corresponds to the transition from $n_2 = \infty$ to $n_1 = 2$.
Substituting these values: $\bar{\nu} = R \left( \frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{\infty^2} \right) = R \left( \frac{1}{4} - 0 \right) = \frac{R}{4}$.
Given $R = 10^7 \ m^{-1}$,we have $\bar{\nu} = \frac{10^7}{4} = 0.25 \times 10^7 \ m^{-1} = 25 \times 10^5 \ m^{-1}$.
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The ratio of maximum to minimum wavelength in the Balmer series of the hydrogen atom is
A
$36$:$5$
B
$3$:$4$
C
$9$:$5$
D
$5$:$9$

Solution

(C) The Rydberg formula for the wavelength $\lambda$ of a spectral line is given by $\frac{1}{\lambda} = R \left( \frac{1}{n_1^2} - \frac{1}{n_2^2} \right)$.
For the Balmer series,$n_1 = 2$ and $n_2 = 3, 4, 5, \dots$.
Maximum wavelength $(\lambda_{max})$ occurs for the transition $n_2 = 3$ to $n_1 = 2$:
$\frac{1}{\lambda_{max}} = R \left( \frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{3^2} \right) = R \left( \frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{9} \right) = R \left( \frac{5}{36} \right) \implies \lambda_{max} = \frac{36}{5R}$.
Minimum wavelength $(\lambda_{min})$ occurs for the transition $n_2 = \infty$ to $n_1 = 2$:
$\frac{1}{\lambda_{min}} = R \left( \frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{\infty^2} \right) = R \left( \frac{1}{4} - 0 \right) = \frac{R}{4} \implies \lambda_{min} = \frac{4}{R}$.
The ratio of maximum to minimum wavelength is:
$\frac{\lambda_{max}}{\lambda_{min}} = \frac{36/5R}{4/R} = \frac{36}{5R} \times \frac{R}{4} = \frac{9}{5}$.
Solution diagram
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An electron makes a transition from an excited state to the ground state of a hydrogen-like atom. Out of the following statements,which one is correct?
A
Kinetic energy,potential energy,and total energy decrease.
B
Kinetic energy and total energy decrease,but potential energy increases.
C
Kinetic energy increases,but potential energy and total energy decrease.
D
Kinetic energy decreases,potential energy increases,but total energy remains the same.

Solution

(C) For a hydrogen-like atom,the energies are given by:
Potential Energy $(P.E.)$ = $-\frac{1}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0} \cdot \frac{Ze^2}{r}$
Kinetic Energy $(K.E.)$ = $-\frac{1}{2} (P.E.) = \frac{1}{8 \pi \varepsilon_0} \cdot \frac{Ze^2}{r}$
Total Energy $(T.E.)$ = $\frac{1}{2} (P.E.) = -\frac{1}{8 \pi \varepsilon_0} \cdot \frac{Ze^2}{r}$
As the electron transitions from an excited state to the ground state,the radius $(r)$ of the orbit decreases.
Since $K.E. = \frac{k}{r}$,as $r$ decreases,$K.E.$ increases.
Since $P.E. = -\frac{k'}{r}$,as $r$ decreases,$P.E.$ becomes more negative,meaning it decreases.
Since $T.E. = -\frac{k''}{r}$,as $r$ decreases,$T.E.$ becomes more negative,meaning it decreases.
Therefore,$K.E.$ increases,while $P.E.$ and $T.E.$ decrease.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
The shortest wavelength for the Lyman series is $912 \ \text{Å}$. The longest wavelength in the Paschen series is: (in $\text{Å}$)
A
$1216$
B
$3646$
C
$18760$
D
$8208$

Solution

(C) The shortest wavelength in the Lyman series occurs for the transition from $n = \infty$ to $n = 1$:
$\frac{1}{\lambda_{L}} = R \left[ \frac{1}{1^2} - \frac{1}{\infty^2} \right] = R$
$\therefore \lambda_{L} = \frac{1}{R} = 912 \ \text{Å}$
The longest wavelength in the Paschen series occurs for the transition from $n = 4$ to $n = 3$:
$\frac{1}{\lambda_{P}} = R \left[ \frac{1}{3^2} - \frac{1}{4^2} \right] = R \left[ \frac{1}{9} - \frac{1}{16} \right] = R \left[ \frac{16 - 9}{144} \right] = \frac{7R}{144}$
$\therefore \lambda_{P} = \frac{144}{7R}$
Substituting $\frac{1}{R} = 912 \ \text{Å}$:
$\lambda_{P} = \frac{144}{7} \times 912 \ \text{Å} \approx 18760 \ \text{Å}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The gyromagnetic ratio of an electron in a hydrogen atom,according to the Bohr model,is
A
decreases with the quantum number $n$
B
independent of which orbit it is in
C
negative
D
positive

Solution

(B) The gyromagnetic ratio is defined as the ratio of the magnetic moment $\mu$ to the angular momentum $L$ of the electron.
$\text{Gyromagnetic ratio} = \frac{\mu}{L} = \frac{iA}{mvr}$
Using the Bohr model,the current $i = \frac{e}{T} = \frac{e \omega}{2 \pi}$ and the area $A = \pi r^2$.
The angular momentum $L = mvr = mr(r \omega) = mr^2 \omega$.
Substituting these values:
$\frac{\mu}{L} = \frac{(\frac{e \omega}{2 \pi})(\pi r^2)}{mr^2 \omega} = \frac{e}{2m}$
Since $e$ and $m$ are constants,the gyromagnetic ratio is independent of the orbit $n$ of the electron.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
If the electron in a hydrogen atom moves from the ground state orbit to the $5^{\text{th}}$ orbit,then the potential energy of the electron
A
is increased
B
is zero
C
is decreased
D
remains unchanged

Solution

(A) The potential energy $U$ of an electron in a hydrogen atom at a distance $r$ from the nucleus is given by the formula:
$U = -\frac{1}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0} \cdot \frac{e^2}{r}$
As the electron moves from the ground state $(n=1)$ to the $5^{\text{th}}$ orbit $(n=5)$,the radius $r$ of the orbit increases $(r \propto n^2)$.
Since $U$ is inversely proportional to $r$ and carries a negative sign,as $r$ increases,the value of $U$ becomes less negative,which means it increases.
Therefore,the potential energy of the electron increases.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
Ratio of centripetal acceleration for an electron revolving in $3^{\text{rd}}$ and $5^{\text{th}}$ Bohr orbit of hydrogen atom is
A
$425: 18$
B
$625: 81$
C
$125: 27$
D
$221: 36$

Solution

(B) The centripetal acceleration is given by $a = \frac{v^2}{r}$.
For a hydrogen atom,the velocity of an electron in the $n^{\text{th}}$ orbit is $v \propto \frac{1}{n}$ and the radius is $r \propto n^2$.
Substituting these into the expression for acceleration:
$a \propto \frac{(1/n)^2}{n^2} = \frac{1}{n^4}$.
Therefore,the ratio of centripetal acceleration for the $3^{\text{rd}}$ and $5^{\text{th}}$ orbits is:
$\frac{a_3}{a_5} = \left(\frac{5}{3}\right)^4 = \frac{625}{81}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
In the $n^{\text{th}}$ Bohr orbit,the ratio of the kinetic energy of an electron to the total energy of it is:
A
$2:1$
B
$1:-1$
C
$1:1$
D
$-1:2$

Solution

(B) In the Bohr model of the atom,the kinetic energy $(K)$ of an electron in the $n^{\text{th}}$ orbit is given by $K = \frac{kZe^2}{2r_n}$.
The total energy $(E)$ of the electron in the $n^{\text{th}}$ orbit is given by $E = -\frac{kZe^2}{2r_n}$.
Comparing these two expressions,we find that $K = -E$.
Therefore,the ratio of the kinetic energy to the total energy is $\frac{K}{E} = \frac{-E}{E} = -1$.
This can be expressed as the ratio $1:-1$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
If $E$ and $L$ denote the magnitude of total energy and angular momentum of a revolving electron in the $n^{\text{th}}$ Bohr orbit,then:
A
$E \propto L^{-1}$
B
$E \propto L$
C
$E \propto L^{-2}$
D
$E \propto L^2$

Solution

(C) In the Bohr model of the hydrogen atom,the total energy $E$ of an electron in the $n^{\text{th}}$ orbit is given by $E \propto \frac{1}{n^2}$.
According to Bohr's quantization postulate,the angular momentum $L$ of an electron in the $n^{\text{th}}$ orbit is given by $L = \frac{nh}{2\pi}$,which implies $L \propto n$.
Substituting $n \propto L$ into the energy expression,we get $E \propto \frac{1}{L^2}$.
Therefore,$E \propto L^{-2}$.
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Energy of an electron in the second orbit of a hydrogen atom is $E$. The energy of an electron $E_3$ in the third orbit of a helium $(He^+)$ ion will be:
A
$E_3 = \frac{4E}{9}$
B
$E_3 = \frac{16E}{3}$
C
$E_3 = \frac{16E}{9}$
D
$E_3 = \frac{4E}{3}$

Solution

(C) The energy of an electron in a hydrogen-like atom is given by the formula: $E_n = -13.6 \frac{Z^2}{n^2} \text{ eV}$.
For the second orbit of a hydrogen atom $(Z=1, n=2)$: $E = -13.6 \frac{1^2}{2^2} = -\frac{13.6}{4} \text{ eV}$.
Therefore,$13.6 \text{ eV} = 4E$.
For the third orbit of a helium ion $(Z=2, n=3)$: $E_3 = -13.6 \frac{2^2}{3^2} = -13.6 \frac{4}{9} \text{ eV}$.
Substituting $13.6 = -4E$ (considering magnitude or relative energy levels): $E_3 = -(-4E) \frac{4}{9} = \frac{16E}{9}$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
The ratio of energies of photons produced due to the transition of an electron in a hydrogen atom from its $(i)$ second to first energy level and (ii) highest energy level to second energy level is: (in $3:1$)
A
$6$
B
$3$
C
$12$
D
$8$

Solution

(B) The energy of an electron in the $n^{th}$ orbit of a hydrogen atom is given by $E_n = -\frac{13.6 \ eV}{n^2}$.
For the first transition (ii to i): $n_i = 2$ to $n_f = 1$.
The energy of the emitted photon is $\Delta E_1 = E_2 - E_1 = -\frac{13.6}{2^2} - (-\frac{13.6}{1^2}) = 13.6(1 - \frac{1}{4}) = 13.6 \times \frac{3}{4} \ eV$.
For the second transition (highest to ii): $n_i = \infty$ to $n_f = 2$.
The energy of the emitted photon is $\Delta E_2 = E_{\infty} - E_2 = 0 - (-\frac{13.6}{2^2}) = \frac{13.6}{4} \ eV$.
The ratio of the energies is $\frac{\Delta E_1}{\Delta E_2} = \frac{13.6 \times \frac{3}{4}}{\frac{13.6}{4}} = \frac{3}{1} = 3:1$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
The plates of a parallel plate capacitor of capacity $C_1$ are moved closer together until they are half their original separation. The new capacitance $C_2$ is
A
$C_2 = \frac{C_1}{2}$
B
$C_2 = C_1$
C
$C_2 = 2C_1$
D
$C_2 = 4C_1$

Solution

(C) The capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor is given by the formula $C = \frac{k A \varepsilon_0}{d}$, where $k$ is the dielectric constant, $A$ is the area of the plates, $\varepsilon_0$ is the permittivity of free space, and $d$ is the separation between the plates.
Initially, the capacitance is $C_1 = \frac{k A \varepsilon_0}{d}$.
When the plates are moved closer such that the new separation $d' = \frac{d}{2}$, the new capacitance $C_2$ becomes:
$C_2 = \frac{k A \varepsilon_0}{d'} = \frac{k A \varepsilon_0}{d/2} = 2 \left( \frac{k A \varepsilon_0}{d} \right)$.
Substituting $C_1$ into the equation, we get $C_2 = 2C_1$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ parallel plate air capacitor is charged up to $100 \,V$. $A$ plate $2 \,mm$ thick is inserted between the plates. Then, to maintain the same potential difference, the distance between the plates is increased by $1.6 \,mm$. The dielectric constant of the thick plate is
A
$4$
B
$5$
C
$2$
D
$3$

Solution

(B) Let $d$ be the initial distance between the plates. The initial capacitance is $C = \frac{A \epsilon_0}{d}$.
When a dielectric plate of thickness $t = 2 \,mm$ is inserted, the new capacitance $C_1$ is given by $C_1 = \frac{A \epsilon_0}{d - t + \frac{t}{k}}$.
When the distance between the plates is increased by $x = 1.6 \,mm$ to maintain the same potential difference (which implies the same capacitance $C_2 = C$), the new distance becomes $d' = d + x$.
The new capacitance is $C_2 = \frac{A \epsilon_0}{d + x - t + \frac{t}{k}}$.
Since $C_2 = C$, we have $d + x - t + \frac{t}{k} = d$.
Simplifying this, we get $x - t + \frac{t}{k} = 0$, or $t - x = \frac{t}{k}$.
Substituting the values $t = 2 \,mm$ and $x = 1.6 \,mm$:
$2 - 1.6 = \frac{2}{k}$
$0.4 = \frac{2}{k}$
$k = \frac{2}{0.4} = 5$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2021
$A$ parallel plate capacitor filled with oil of a dielectric constant $3$ between the plates has capacitance $C$. If the oil is removed,then the capacitance of the capacitor will be
A
$\frac{C}{\sqrt{3}}$
B
$3 C$
C
$\sqrt{3} C$
D
$\frac{C}{3}$

Solution

(D) The capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor filled with a dielectric medium is given by $C = \frac{K \varepsilon_0 A}{d}$.
Given that the dielectric constant $K = 3$,the initial capacitance is $C = \frac{3 \varepsilon_0 A}{d}$.
When the oil (dielectric) is removed,the medium between the plates becomes air (or vacuum),for which the dielectric constant $K' = 1$.
The new capacitance $C'$ is given by $C' = \frac{\varepsilon_0 A}{d}$.
Comparing the two expressions,we find that $C' = \frac{C}{3}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2021
An air-filled parallel plate capacitor has a capacity of $2 \ pF$. If the separation between the plates is doubled and the interspace between the plates is filled with a dielectric material,the capacity increases to $6 \ pF$. The dielectric constant of the material is:
A
$3$
B
$6$
C
$2$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) The capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor is given by $C = \frac{k A \varepsilon_0}{d}$.
Initially,for an air-filled capacitor,$C_1 = \frac{A \varepsilon_0}{d_1} = 2 \ pF$,where $k_1 = 1$.
Finally,the separation is doubled $(d_2 = 2d_1)$ and the space is filled with a dielectric of constant $k_2 = k$. The new capacitance is $C_2 = \frac{k A \varepsilon_0}{d_2} = 6 \ pF$.
Taking the ratio: $\frac{C_2}{C_1} = \frac{k \cdot A \varepsilon_0 / (2d_1)}{A \varepsilon_0 / d_1} = \frac{k}{2}$.
Given $\frac{C_2}{C_1} = \frac{6}{2} = 3$.
Therefore,$\frac{k}{2} = 3$,which gives $k = 6$.

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