MHT CET 2022 Physics Question Paper with Answer and Solution

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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
Three bodies each of mass $1 \,kg$ are situated at the vertices of an equilateral triangle of side $1 \,m$. The $x y$-coordinates of the centre of mass of the system are:
A
$\left(\frac{1}{2 \sqrt{3}}, \frac{1}{2 \sqrt{3}}\right)$
B
$\left(\frac{1}{2 \sqrt{3}}, \frac{1}{2}\right)$
C
$\left(\frac{1}{2}, \frac{1}{2}\right)$
D
$\left(\frac{1}{2}, \frac{1}{2 \sqrt{3}}\right)$

Solution

(D) Let the coordinates of the three masses be $(x_1, y_1) = (0, 0)$,$(x_2, y_2) = (1, 0)$,and $(x_3, y_3) = (0.5, \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2})$.
All masses are equal,$m_1 = m_2 = m_3 = 1 \,kg$.
The $x$-coordinate of the centre of mass is given by:
$X_{cm} = \frac{m_1 x_1 + m_2 x_2 + m_3 x_3}{m_1 + m_2 + m_3} = \frac{1(0) + 1(1) + 1(0.5)}{1 + 1 + 1} = \frac{1.5}{3} = \frac{1}{2} \,m$.
The $y$-coordinate of the centre of mass is given by:
$Y_{cm} = \frac{m_1 y_1 + m_2 y_2 + m_3 y_3}{m_1 + m_2 + m_3} = \frac{1(0) + 1(0) + 1(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2})}{1 + 1 + 1} = \frac{\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}}{3} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{6} = \frac{1}{2 \sqrt{3}} \,m$.
Thus,the coordinates of the centre of mass are $\left(\frac{1}{2}, \frac{1}{2 \sqrt{3}}\right)$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ ball of mass $m$ moving with speed $v$ collides elastically with an identical stationary ball which is initially at rest. After collision,the first ball moves at an angle $\theta$ to its initial direction and has speed $(v/3)$. The second ball moves in a straight line after the collision. Then,the speed of the second ball after the collision is:
A
$\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}} v$
B
$\frac{2 \sqrt{2}}{3} v$
C
$\frac{4}{3} v$
D
$\frac{3}{\sqrt{2}} v$

Solution

(B) In an elastic collision,both linear momentum and kinetic energy are conserved.
Let the mass of both balls be $m$.
Initial kinetic energy $K_i = \frac{1}{2} m v^2 + 0 = \frac{1}{2} m v^2$.
Final kinetic energy $K_f = \frac{1}{2} m (v/3)^2 + \frac{1}{2} m v_2'^2$,where $v_2'$ is the speed of the second ball.
Since the collision is elastic,$K_i = K_f$.
$\frac{1}{2} m v^2 = \frac{1}{2} m (v^2/9) + \frac{1}{2} m v_2'^2$.
Dividing by $\frac{1}{2} m$,we get $v^2 = \frac{v^2}{9} + v_2'^2$.
$v_2'^2 = v^2 - \frac{v^2}{9} = \frac{8v^2}{9}$.
Therefore,$v_2' = \sqrt{\frac{8}{9}} v = \frac{2\sqrt{2}}{3} v$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
Two masses $m_1$ and $m_2$ moving with velocities $v_1$ and $v_2$ in opposite directions collide elastically and after collision masses $m_1$ and $m_2$ move with velocity $v_2$ and $v_1$ respectively. The ratio $\left(\frac{m_2}{m_1}\right)$ is
A
$0.75$
B
$1$
C
$1.5$
D
$1.25$

Solution

(B) In an elastic collision between two bodies of masses $m_1$ and $m_2$ moving with velocities $u_1$ and $u_2$,the final velocities $v_1$ and $v_2$ are given by the conservation of momentum and kinetic energy.
Given that after the collision,the masses exchange their velocities such that $m_1$ moves with $v_2$ and $m_2$ moves with $v_1$,this is a characteristic property of an elastic collision between two bodies of equal mass.
If $m_1 = m_2$,then the bodies exchange their velocities after an elastic collision.
Therefore,the ratio $\frac{m_2}{m_1} = 1$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ bullet is fired from a gun. It hits a solid block resting on a frictionless surface,gets embedded into it,and both move jointly. In this process,
A
Both momentum and kinetic energy are not conserved.
B
Only kinetic energy is conserved.
C
Both momentum and kinetic energy are conserved.
D
Only momentum is conserved.

Solution

(D) This is a case of a perfectly inelastic collision.
In any collision where external forces are absent,the total linear momentum of the system is conserved.
However,in an inelastic collision,some kinetic energy is converted into other forms of energy (such as heat or deformation energy) due to the internal forces acting during the impact.
Therefore,only the linear momentum is conserved,while the kinetic energy is not.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ sphere of mass $m$ moving with velocity $v$ collides head-on with another sphere of the same mass which is at rest. The ratio of the final velocity of the second sphere to the initial velocity of the first sphere is (where $e$ is the coefficient of restitution and the collision is inelastic).
A
$\frac{e-1}{2}$
B
$\frac{e}{2}$
C
$\frac{e+1}{2}$
D
$e$

Solution

(C) Let the mass of both spheres be $m$. The initial velocity of the first sphere is $v$ and the second sphere is $0$. Let their final velocities be $V_1$ and $V_2$ respectively.
By the law of conservation of linear momentum:
$m v + m(0) = m V_1 + m V_2$
$v = V_1 + V_2$ --- $(1)$
By the definition of the coefficient of restitution $e$:
$e = \frac{V_2 - V_1}{u_1 - u_2}$
$e = \frac{V_2 - V_1}{v - 0}$
$e v = V_2 - V_1$ --- $(2)$
Adding equations $(1)$ and $(2)$:
$v + e v = (V_1 + V_2) + (V_2 - V_1)$
$v(1 + e) = 2 V_2$
$V_2 = \frac{v(e + 1)}{2}$
The ratio of the final velocity of the second sphere $(V_2)$ to the initial velocity of the first sphere $(v)$ is:
$\frac{V_2}{v} = \frac{e + 1}{2}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ wall is hit elastically and normally by $n$ balls per second. All the balls have the same mass $m$ and are moving with the same velocity $u$. The force exerted by the balls on the wall is
A
$2 mnu^2$
B
$2 mnu$
C
$\frac{1}{2} mnu^2$
D
$mnu$

Solution

(B) The force exerted on the wall is equal to the rate of change of momentum of the balls.
For an elastic collision,the ball hits the wall with velocity $u$ and rebounds with velocity $-u$.
The change in momentum for a single ball is $\Delta p = m(u - (-u)) = 2mu$.
Since $n$ balls hit the wall per second,the total change in momentum per second is $\frac{dp}{dt} = n \times \Delta p = n(2mu) = 2mnu$.
According to Newton's second law,the force $F$ is equal to the rate of change of momentum,so $F = 2mnu$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
Water rises to a height of $20 \,mm$ in a capillary tube of cross-sectional area $A$. If the area of cross-section of the tube is made $\frac{A}{4}$, then water will rise to a height of (in $\,cm$)
A
$2$
B
$6$
C
$4$
D
$3$

Solution

(C) The capillary rise $h$ is given by the formula: $h = \frac{2T \cos \theta}{r \rho g}$.
Since the cross-sectional area $A = \pi r^2$, we have $r = \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}}$, which implies $r \propto \sqrt{A}$.
Substituting this into the formula, we get $h \propto \frac{1}{\sqrt{A}}$.
Given the initial height $h_1 = 20 \,mm$ for area $A_1 = A$.
For the new area $A_2 = \frac{A}{4}$, the new height $h_2$ is calculated as:
$\frac{h_2}{h_1} = \sqrt{\frac{A_1}{A_2}} = \sqrt{\frac{A}{A/4}} = \sqrt{4} = 2$.
Therefore, $h_2 = 2 \times h_1 = 2 \times 20 \,mm = 40 \,mm$.
Converting to centimeters, $h_2 = 4 \,cm$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The difference in the acceleration due to gravity at the pole and equator is ( $g=$ acceleration due to gravity,$R=$ radius of earth,$\theta=$ latitude,$\omega=$ angular velocity,$\cos 0^{\circ}=1, \cos 90^{\circ}=0$ ).
A
$R \omega^2 \cos^2 \theta$
B
$R \omega^2$
C
$\frac{R \omega^2}{g^2}$
D
$\omega \cos^2 \theta$

Solution

(B) The effective acceleration due to gravity at a latitude $\theta$ due to the rotation of the Earth is given by $g^{\prime} = g - R \omega^2 \cos^2 \theta$.
At the equator,the latitude $\theta = 0^{\circ}$,so $\cos 0^{\circ} = 1$.
Thus,the acceleration due to gravity at the equator is $g_e = g - R \omega^2$.
At the poles,the latitude $\theta = 90^{\circ}$,so $\cos 90^{\circ} = 0$.
Thus,the acceleration due to gravity at the poles is $g_p = g$.
The difference in the acceleration due to gravity between the pole and the equator is $g_p - g_e = g - (g - R \omega^2) = R \omega^2$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The acceleration due to gravity on the moon is $\frac{1}{6}$ times the acceleration due to gravity on the earth. If the ratio of the density of the earth $\rho_e$ to the density of the moon $\rho_m$ is $\frac{5}{3}$,then the radius of the moon $R_m$ in terms of the radius of the earth $R_e$ is:
A
$\left(\frac{3}{18}\right) R_{e}$
B
$\left(\frac{1}{2 \sqrt{3}}\right) R_{e}$
C
$\left(\frac{5}{18}\right) R_{e}$
D
$\left(\frac{7}{6}\right) R_{e}$

Solution

(C) We know that the acceleration due to gravity is given by $g = \frac{GM}{R^2}$.
Since the mass of a planet is $M = \rho \left( \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 \right)$,we can substitute this into the gravity formula:
$g = \frac{G}{R^2} \left( \rho \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 \right) = \frac{4}{3} \pi G \rho R$.
This shows that $g \propto \rho R$.
Given that $g_m = \frac{1}{6} g_e$ and the ratio of densities $\frac{\rho_e}{\rho_m} = \frac{5}{3}$,which implies $\frac{\rho_m}{\rho_e} = \frac{3}{5}$.
Using the proportionality $g \propto \rho R$,we have:
$\frac{g_m}{g_e} = \frac{\rho_m R_m}{\rho_e R_e}$
$\frac{1}{6} = \left( \frac{3}{5} \right) \left( \frac{R_m}{R_e} \right)$
$\frac{R_m}{R_e} = \frac{1}{6} \times \frac{5}{3} = \frac{5}{18}$
Therefore,$R_m = \frac{5}{18} R_e$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
Two spherical planets $A$ and $B$ have the same mass,but their densities are in a ratio $8:1$. For these planets,the ratio of acceleration due to gravity at the surface of $A$ to its value at the surface of $B$ is:
A
$4:1$
B
$1:4$
C
$2:1$
D
$1:2$

Solution

(A) Given: $\rho_A : \rho_B = 8 : 1$ and $M_A = M_B = M$.
Since density $\rho = \frac{M}{V} = \frac{M}{\frac{4}{3}\pi R^3}$,we have $\rho \propto \frac{1}{R^3}$.
Therefore,$\frac{\rho_A}{\rho_B} = \left(\frac{R_B}{R_A}\right)^3 = 8$.
Taking the cube root,$\frac{R_B}{R_A} = 2$,which means $\frac{R_A}{R_B} = \frac{1}{2}$.
The acceleration due to gravity is given by $g = \frac{GM}{R^2}$.
Thus,the ratio $\frac{g_A}{g_B} = \frac{GM/R_A^2}{GM/R_B^2} = \left(\frac{R_B}{R_A}\right)^2$.
Substituting the value,$\frac{g_A}{g_B} = (2)^2 = 4$.
So,the ratio is $4:1$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ body weighs $W$ newton on the surface of the earth. Its weight at a height equal to half the radius of the earth will be:
A
$\frac{W}{2}$
B
$\frac{2W}{3}$
C
$\frac{4W}{9}$
D
$\frac{8W}{27}$

Solution

(C) The weight of a body at the surface of the earth is $W = mg_0$,where $g_0 = \frac{GM}{R^2}$.
At a height $h = \frac{R}{2}$,the acceleration due to gravity $g'$ is given by:
$g' = \frac{GM}{(R+h)^2} = \frac{GM}{(R + R/2)^2} = \frac{GM}{(3R/2)^2} = \frac{GM}{9R^2/4} = \frac{4}{9} \left( \frac{GM}{R^2} \right) = \frac{4}{9} g_0$.
Therefore,the weight at height $h$ is $W' = mg' = m \left( \frac{4}{9} g_0 \right) = \frac{4}{9} W$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The depth below the earth's surface at which the acceleration due to gravity '$g$' becomes $\frac{g}{n}$ is ($R=$ radius of the earth,$n$ is an integer,$n>1$).
A
$\frac{R(n+1)}{n}$
B
$\frac{R(n-1)}{n}$
C
$\frac{Rn}{(n+1)}$
D
$\frac{R}{n}$

Solution

(B) The acceleration due to gravity at the surface of the earth is given by $g = \frac{GM}{R^2}$,where $G$ is the universal gravitational constant,$M$ is the mass of the earth,and $R$ is the radius of the earth.
At a depth $h$ below the surface,the acceleration due to gravity $g'$ is given by the formula $g' = g(1 - \frac{h}{R})$.
According to the problem,$g' = \frac{g}{n}$.
Substituting this into the formula: $\frac{g}{n} = g(1 - \frac{h}{R})$.
Dividing both sides by $g$: $\frac{1}{n} = 1 - \frac{h}{R}$.
Rearranging the terms to solve for $h$: $\frac{h}{R} = 1 - \frac{1}{n} = \frac{n-1}{n}$.
Therefore,$h = \frac{R(n-1)}{n}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
Consider Earth to be a sphere of radius $R_e$ rotating about its own axis with angular speed $\omega$. If $g_{E}$ and $g_{P}$ are the accelerations due to gravity at the equator and the poles respectively,then $(g_{P}-g_{E})$ is given by $\left[\cos (0^{\circ})=\sin (\frac{\pi}{2})=1, \sin (0^{\circ})=\cos (\frac{\pi}{2})=0\right]$
A
$\frac{R_{E}}{\omega^2}$
B
$R_{E} \omega^2$
C
$R_{E} \omega$
D
$R_{E}^2 \omega^2$

Solution

(B) The acceleration due to gravity at a latitude $\lambda$ due to the rotation of the Earth is given by the formula:
$g^{\prime} = g - R_{E} \omega^2 \cos^2 \lambda$
At the equator,the latitude $\lambda = 0^{\circ}$. Since $\cos(0^{\circ}) = 1$,we have:
$g_E = g - R_{E} \omega^2 (1)^2 = g - R_{E} \omega^2$
At the poles,the latitude $\lambda = 90^{\circ}$. Since $\cos(90^{\circ}) = 0$,we have:
$g_P = g - R_{E} \omega^2 (0)^2 = g$
Now,calculating the difference $(g_P - g_E)$:
$g_P - g_E = g - (g - R_E \omega^2) = R_E \omega^2$
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ body weighs $500 \,N$ on the surface of the earth. At what distance below the surface of the earth will it weigh $250 \,N$ (in $\,km$)? (Radius of earth, $R = 6400 \,km$)
A
$800$
B
$3200$
C
$1600$
D
$6400$

Solution

(B) The value of acceleration due to gravity decreases as we go below the surface of the earth. The weight $(W)$ of a body is defined as the product of its mass $(m)$ and the acceleration due to gravity $(g)$, i.e., $W = mg$.
At a depth $h$ below the surface of the earth, the acceleration due to gravity $g'$ is given by the formula:
$g' = g \left(1 - \frac{h}{R}\right)$
Multiplying both sides by mass $m$, we get the weight at depth $h$:
$W' = W \left(1 - \frac{h}{R}\right)$
Given that $W' = 250 \,N$, $W = 500 \,N$, and $R = 6400 \,km$:
$250 = 500 \left(1 - \frac{h}{6400}\right)$
$0.5 = 1 - \frac{h}{6400}$
$\frac{h}{6400} = 0.5$
$h = 0.5 \times 6400 = 3200 \,km$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The height above the surface of the earth where acceleration due to gravity becomes $\frac{g}{9}$ is ( $R$ is the radius of the earth,$g$ is the acceleration due to gravity at the surface).
A
$2R$
B
$\frac{R}{3}$
C
$\frac{R}{\sqrt{2}}$
D
$\sqrt{2} R$

Solution

(A) The acceleration due to gravity at a height $h$ above the surface of the earth is given by the formula: $g' = g \left(1 + \frac{h}{R}\right)^{-2}$.
Given that $g' = \frac{g}{9}$,we substitute this into the equation:
$\frac{g}{9} = \frac{g}{(1 + \frac{h}{R})^2}$.
Canceling $g$ from both sides,we get: $\frac{1}{9} = \frac{1}{(1 + \frac{h}{R})^2}$.
Taking the square root of both sides: $\frac{1}{3} = \frac{1}{1 + \frac{h}{R}}$.
This implies: $1 + \frac{h}{R} = 3$.
Solving for $h$: $\frac{h}{R} = 2$,which gives $h = 2R$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The escape velocity of a body from the surface of the earth is $11.2 \,km/s$. The escape velocity of a body from a planet having the same mean density as the earth but twice the radius of earth is: (in $\,km/s$)
A
$5.5$
B
$33.6$
C
$22.4$
D
$11.2$

Solution

(C) The formula for escape velocity is given by $v_e = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}}$.
Since the mass $M$ of a planet can be expressed in terms of its density $\rho$ and radius $R$ as $M = \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 \rho$,we substitute this into the formula:
$v_e = \sqrt{\frac{2G(\frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 \rho)}{R}} = \sqrt{\frac{8}{3} G \pi R^2 \rho} = R \sqrt{\frac{8}{3} G \pi \rho}$.
From this expression,we see that $v_e \propto R$ when the density $\rho$ is constant.
Given that the planet has the same density as the earth but twice the radius $(R' = 2R_e)$,the new escape velocity $v_e'$ is:
$v_e' = 2 \times v_e = 2 \times 11.2 \,km/s = 22.4 \,km/s$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The escape velocity for a planet whose mass is six times the mass of Earth and whose radius is twice the radius of Earth will be (where $V_{e}$ is the escape velocity from the Earth).
A
$\sqrt{2} V_{e}$
B
$\frac{1}{2} V_{e}$
C
$\sqrt{3} V_{e}$
D
$2 \sqrt{2} V_{e}$

Solution

(C) The escape velocity $V_{e}$ from the surface of a planet of mass $M$ and radius $R$ is given by the formula: $V_{e} = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}}$.
For Earth,$V_{e} = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}}$.
For the given planet,the mass $M' = 6M$ and the radius $R' = 2R$.
The escape velocity $V_{e}'$ for this planet is:
$V_{e}' = \sqrt{\frac{2G(6M)}{2R}}$
$V_{e}' = \sqrt{3 \times \frac{2GM}{R}}$
$V_{e}' = \sqrt{3} \times \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}}$
$V_{e}' = \sqrt{3} V_{e}$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
The mass and radius of the earth and moon are $M, R$ and $m, r$ respectively. The distance between their centers is $d$. The minimum velocity with which a particle of mass $m_0$ should be projected from the midpoint between them so that it could reach infinity is
A
$2 \sqrt{\frac{G}{d}(M+m)}$
B
$2 \sqrt{\frac{G m}{d}(M+m)}$
C
$2 \sqrt{\frac{2 G}{d}(M+m)}$
D
$2 \sqrt{\frac{G m(M+m)}{d(R+r)}}$

Solution

(A) The gravitational potential energy $U$ of a particle of mass $m_0$ at the midpoint between the earth and the moon is given by the sum of potentials due to both bodies:
$U = -\frac{G M m_0}{d/2} - \frac{G m m_0}{d/2} = -\frac{2 G m_0}{d} (M + m)$
To reach infinity,the total energy of the particle must be at least zero. Let $V$ be the minimum projection velocity.
Applying the principle of conservation of energy:
$K_i + U_i = K_f + U_f$
$\frac{1}{2} m_0 V^2 - \frac{2 G m_0}{d} (M + m) = 0 + 0$
$\frac{1}{2} m_0 V^2 = \frac{2 G m_0}{d} (M + m)$
$V^2 = \frac{4 G}{d} (M + m)$
$V = 2 \sqrt{\frac{G(M+m)}{d}}$
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
Binding energy of a revolving satellite at height $h$ is $3.5 \times 10^8 \ J$. Its potential energy is
A
$-3.5 \times 10^8 \ J$
B
$-7 \times 10^8 \ J$
C
$7 \times 10^8 \ J$
D
$3.5 \times 10^8 \ J$

Solution

(B) The binding energy $(BE)$ of a satellite is defined as the minimum energy required to remove the satellite from its orbit to infinity.
For a satellite of mass $m$ at a distance $r = R + h$ from the center of the Earth,the potential energy is $U = -\frac{GMm}{r}$.
The total energy of the satellite is $E = K + U = -\frac{GMm}{2r}$.
The binding energy is the negative of the total energy: $BE = -E = \frac{GMm}{2r}$.
Comparing $BE$ and $U$,we see that $U = -2 \times BE$.
Given $BE = 3.5 \times 10^8 \ J$,the potential energy is $U = -2 \times (3.5 \times 10^8 \ J) = -7 \times 10^8 \ J$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ body is projected vertically upwards from the Earth's surface with velocity $2 V_e$,where $V_e$ is the escape velocity from the Earth's surface. The velocity when the body escapes the gravitational pull is
A
$\sqrt{3} V_e$
B
$V_e$
C
$\sqrt{2} V_e$
D
$\frac{V_e}{\sqrt{3}}$

Solution

(A) The escape velocity $V_e$ is given by $V_e = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}}$.
Applying the law of conservation of energy between the Earth's surface and infinity:
Total energy at surface = Total energy at infinity
$-\frac{GMm}{R} + \frac{1}{2}m(2V_e)^2 = 0 + \frac{1}{2}mV^2$
Here,$V$ is the final velocity at infinity.
Substituting $V_e^2 = \frac{2GM}{R}$,we get:
$-\frac{GM}{R} + \frac{1}{2}(4 \cdot \frac{2GM}{R}) = \frac{1}{2}V^2$
$-\frac{GM}{R} + \frac{4GM}{R} = \frac{1}{2}V^2$
$\frac{3GM}{R} = \frac{1}{2}V^2$
$V^2 = \frac{6GM}{R} = 3 \left( \frac{2GM}{R} \right) = 3V_e^2$
$V = \sqrt{3}V_e$
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
The mass and radius of the Earth and Moon are $M_1, R_1$ and $M_2, R_2$ respectively. Their centres are at a distance $d$ apart. The minimum speed with which a body of mass $m$ should be projected from a distance $\frac{2d}{3}$ from the centre of $M_1$ so as to escape to infinity is:
A
$\left[\frac{3 G(M_1+2 M_2)}{d}\right]^{\frac{1}{2}}$
B
$\left[\frac{3 G(M_1-M_2)}{2 d}\right]^{\frac{1}{2}}$
C
$\left[\frac{6 G(M_1-M_2)}{2 d}\right]^{\frac{1}{2}}$
D
$\left[\frac{6 G(M_1+M_2)}{d}\right]^{\frac{1}{2}}$

Solution

(A) Let the mass $m$ be at a distance $r_1 = \frac{2d}{3}$ from the centre of $M_1$. Then,its distance from the centre of $M_2$ is $r_2 = d - \frac{2d}{3} = \frac{d}{3}$.
To escape the gravitational influence of the system,the total energy of the body must be at least zero at infinity.
By the law of conservation of energy,the kinetic energy provided at the initial position must equal the magnitude of the gravitational potential energy at that position:
$\frac{1}{2} m v_e^2 = \frac{G M_1 m}{r_1} + \frac{G M_2 m}{r_2}$
Substituting the values of $r_1$ and $r_2$:
$\frac{1}{2} m v_e^2 = \frac{G M_1 m}{(2d/3)} + \frac{G M_2 m}{(d/3)}$
$\frac{1}{2} m v_e^2 = \frac{3 G M_1 m}{2d} + \frac{3 G M_2 m}{d}$
$\frac{1}{2} m v_e^2 = \frac{3 G m}{2d} (M_1 + 2 M_2)$
$v_e^2 = \frac{3 G (M_1 + 2 M_2)}{d}$
$v_e = \left[\frac{3 G (M_1 + 2 M_2)}{d}\right]^{\frac{1}{2}}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ body of mass $m$ is dropped from a height $h = \frac{R}{2}$ above the surface of the Earth,where $R$ is the radius of the Earth. Find its speed when it hits the Earth's surface. (Given: $v_e$ is the escape velocity from the Earth's surface).
A
$\sqrt{2} v_e$
B
$\frac{v_e}{\sqrt{3}}$
C
$\frac{v_e}{\sqrt{2}}$
D
$\sqrt{3} v_e$

Solution

(B) According to the law of conservation of mechanical energy,the total energy at the height $h = \frac{R}{2}$ is equal to the total energy at the Earth's surface.
Total energy at height $h = \frac{R}{2}$:
$E_i = K_i + U_i = 0 + \left( -\frac{GMm}{R + \frac{R}{2}} \right) = -\frac{GMm}{\frac{3R}{2}} = -\frac{2GMm}{3R}$
Total energy at the Earth's surface:
$E_f = K_f + U_f = \frac{1}{2}mv^2 + \left( -\frac{GMm}{R} \right)$
Equating $E_i = E_f$:
$-\frac{2GMm}{3R} = \frac{1}{2}mv^2 - \frac{GMm}{R}$
$\frac{1}{2}mv^2 = \frac{GMm}{R} - \frac{2GMm}{3R} = \frac{GMm}{3R}$
$v^2 = \frac{2GM}{3R}$
Since the escape velocity $v_e = \sqrt{\frac{2GM}{R}}$,we have $v_e^2 = \frac{2GM}{R}$.
Substituting this into the expression for $v^2$:
$v^2 = \frac{v_e^2}{3}$
$v = \frac{v_e}{\sqrt{3}}$
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The time period $T$ of a satellite is related to the density $(\rho)$ of the planet around which it is orbiting close to the surface as:
A
$T \propto \rho^{1/2}$
B
$T \propto \rho$
C
$T \propto \rho^{-3/2}$
D
$T \propto \rho^{-1/2}$

Solution

(D) For a satellite orbiting close to the surface of a planet of radius $R$ and density $\rho$,the time period $T$ is given by $T = 2\pi \sqrt{\frac{R}{g}}$.
Since $g = \frac{GM}{R^2}$ and $M = \rho \cdot \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3$,we have $g = \frac{G \cdot \rho \cdot \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3}{R^2} = \frac{4}{3} G \pi \rho R$.
Substituting $g$ into the time period formula: $T = 2\pi \sqrt{\frac{R}{\frac{4}{3} G \pi \rho R}} = 2\pi \sqrt{\frac{3}{4 G \pi \rho}}$.
Thus,$T \propto \rho^{-1/2}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ planet is moving around the sun in an elliptical orbit at different positions $A, B, C, D$. The maximum kinetic energy of the planet is at position:
Question diagram
A
$D$
B
$B$
C
$A$
D
$C$

Solution

(D) Concept: Angular momentum $(L)$ is conserved because the gravitational force exerted by the sun on the planet is a central force, resulting in zero torque about the sun.
$L = mvr \sin(\theta) = \text{constant}$.
At the perihelion (the point closest to the sun), the distance $r$ is minimum.
Since $L = mvr$ (where $v$ is the orbital velocity perpendicular to the radius vector at perihelion), for a constant $L$, the velocity $v$ must be maximum when $r$ is minimum.
Kinetic energy $(K.E.)$ is given by $K.E. = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$.
Therefore, when the velocity $v$ is maximum, the kinetic energy is also maximum.
Looking at the diagram, point $C$ is the closest to the sun (perihelion).
Thus, the planet has the maximum kinetic energy at position $C$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ satellite $S_1$ of mass $m$ is moving in an orbit of radius $r$. Another satellite $S_2$ of mass $2m$ is moving in an orbit of radius $2r$. The ratio of the time period of satellite $S_2$ to that of $S_1$ is
A
$2:1$
B
$1:8$
C
$1:4$
D
$2\sqrt{2}:1$

Solution

(D) According to Kepler's Third Law of Planetary Motion,the square of the time period $(T)$ of a satellite is directly proportional to the cube of the radius $(r)$ of its orbit:
$T^2 \propto r^3$
Given for satellite $S_1$: radius = $r$,time period = $T_1$.
Given for satellite $S_2$: radius = $2r$,time period = $T_2$.
Using the proportionality:
$\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left( \frac{r_2}{r_1} \right)^{3/2}$
Substituting the values:
$\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left( \frac{2r}{r} \right)^{3/2} = (2)^{3/2} = 2^{1} \cdot 2^{1/2} = 2\sqrt{2}$
Thus,the ratio is $2\sqrt{2}:1$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ satellite of mass $m$ is revolving around the Earth of mass $M$ in an orbit of radius $r$. The angular momentum of the satellite about the centre of the orbit will be:
A
$\sqrt{GMmr}$
B
$\sqrt{Mvr}$
C
$\sqrt{GMm}$
D
$\sqrt{GMm^2 r}$

Solution

(D) The correct option is $D$.
Considering the force balance in the orbit:
$\frac{GMm}{r^2} = \frac{mv^2}{r}$
Here,the gravitational force provides the necessary centripetal force for circular motion.
Solving for the orbital velocity $v$:
$v^2 = \frac{GM}{r} \implies v = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}}$
The angular momentum $L$ of the satellite is given by the formula $L = mvr$.
Substituting the value of $v$:
$L = m \times \sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}} \times r$
$L = \sqrt{m^2 \times \frac{GM}{r} \times r^2}$
$L = \sqrt{GMm^2 r}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
Two satellites $A$ and $B$ rotate around a planet in orbits having radii $4R$ and $R$ respectively. If the speed of satellite $A$ is $3V$,then the speed of satellite $B$ is: (in $V$)
A
$12$
B
$1.5$
C
$2$
D
$6$

Solution

(D) The orbital speed $v$ of a satellite at a distance $r$ from the center of a planet is given by the formula $v = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}}$.
From this relation,we can see that $v \propto \frac{1}{\sqrt{r}}$.
Given for satellite $A$: $r_A = 4R$ and $v_A = 3V$.
Given for satellite $B$: $r_B = R$.
Using the ratio: $\frac{v_B}{v_A} = \sqrt{\frac{r_A}{r_B}}$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{v_B}{3V} = \sqrt{\frac{4R}{R}} = \sqrt{4} = 2$.
Therefore,$v_B = 2 \times 3V = 6V$.
The correct option is $D$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ satellite of mass $m$ is moving in a circular orbit of radius $r$ around the earth. The angular momentum of the satellite about the center of orbit is ($M=$ mass of earth,$G=$ gravitational constant).
A
$(G M m^2 r^2)^{1/2}$
B
$(G M m r)$
C
$(G M m^2 r)^{1/2}$
D
$(G M^2 m r)^{1/2}$

Solution

(C) Let the satellite revolve in a circular orbit of radius $r$ with a linear velocity $v$.
The centripetal force acting on the satellite is provided by the gravitational force due to the earth.
$\therefore F_{\text{centripetal}} = F_{\text{gravitational}}$
$\Rightarrow \frac{mv^2}{r} = \frac{GMm}{r^2}$
$\Rightarrow v = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}}$
The angular momentum $L$ of the satellite about the center of the orbit is given by $L = mvr$.
Substituting the value of $v$:
$L = m \left(\sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}}\right) r$
$L = m \sqrt{GM} \cdot \sqrt{r} = \sqrt{GMm^2r}$
$L = (GMm^2r)^{1/2}$
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ geostationary satellite is revolving around the Earth. If the radius of the Earth is $R$ and the angular speed of the Earth about its own axis is $\omega$,then the radius of the orbit of the geostationary satellite is ($g =$ acceleration due to gravity).
A
$\left[\frac{R^2 \omega^2}{g}\right]^{1/3}$
B
$\left[\frac{Rg}{\omega^2}\right]^{1/3}$
C
$\left[\frac{R^2 g}{\omega}\right]^{1/3}$
D
$\left[\frac{R^2 g}{\omega^2}\right]^{1/3}$

Solution

(D) For a geostationary satellite,the gravitational force provides the necessary centripetal force for its circular orbit.
Let $r$ be the radius of the orbit of the satellite and $M$ be the mass of the Earth.
The condition for circular motion is: $m \omega^2 r = \frac{GMm}{r^2}$.
Simplifying this,we get: $r^3 = \frac{GM}{\omega^2}$.
We know that the acceleration due to gravity at the Earth's surface is given by $g = \frac{GM}{R^2}$,which implies $GM = gR^2$.
Substituting $GM = gR^2$ into the expression for $r^3$,we get: $r^3 = \frac{gR^2}{\omega^2}$.
Therefore,the radius of the orbit is $r = \left[\frac{R^2 g}{\omega^2}\right]^{1/3}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The molar specific heat of an ideal gas at constant pressure and constant volume is $C_p$ and $C_v$ respectively. If $R$ is the universal gas constant and the ratio of $C_p$ to $C_v$ is $\gamma$,then $C_v$ is equal to:
A
$\frac{\gamma-1}{R}$
B
$\frac{1-\gamma}{1+\gamma}$
C
$\frac{1+\gamma}{1-\gamma}$
D
$\frac{R}{\gamma-1}$

Solution

(D) 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: $C_p - C_v = R$.
We are given the ratio of specific heats as $\gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v}$,which implies $C_p = \gamma C_v$.
Substituting this into Mayer's relation: $\gamma C_v - C_v = R$.
Factoring out $C_v$: $C_v(\gamma - 1) = R$.
Therefore,$C_v = \frac{R}{\gamma - 1}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The molar specific heat at constant pressure of an ideal gas is $\frac{7}{2} R$. The gas is made up of molecules which are ( $R$ is the universal gas constant)
A
Polyatomic
B
Triatomic
C
Monoatomic
D
Diatomic

Solution

(D) Given: $C_P = \frac{7}{2} R$,and we know the relation $C_P - C_V = R$.
Therefore,$C_V = C_P - R = \frac{7}{2} R - R = \frac{5}{2} R$.
The adiabatic index $\gamma$ is given by $\gamma = \frac{C_P}{C_V} = \frac{7/2 R}{5/2 R} = \frac{7}{5} = 1.4$.
For a diatomic gas,the degrees of freedom $f = 5$,so $C_V = \frac{f}{2} R = \frac{5}{2} R$ and $C_P = C_V + R = \frac{7}{2} R$.
Thus,the gas consists of diatomic molecules.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If one mole of an ideal monoatomic gas $\left(\gamma = \frac{5}{3}\right)$ is mixed with one mole of a diatomic gas $\left(\gamma = \frac{7}{5}\right)$,the value of $\gamma$ for the mixture is:
A
$1.50$
B
$1.53$
C
$3.07$
D
$1.40$

Solution

(A) For a monoatomic gas,the molar heat capacity at constant volume is $C_{v1} = \frac{3}{2}R$.
For a diatomic gas,the molar heat capacity at constant volume is $C_{v2} = \frac{5}{2}R$.
For a mixture of $n_1$ moles of gas $1$ and $n_2$ moles of gas $2$,the equivalent $C_v$ is given by $C_{v,mix} = \frac{n_1 C_{v1} + n_2 C_{v2}}{n_1 + n_2}$.
Substituting the values: $C_{v,mix} = \frac{1 \cdot \frac{3}{2}R + 1 \cdot \frac{5}{2}R}{1 + 1} = \frac{4R}{2} = 2R$.
Similarly,the equivalent $C_p$ is $C_{p,mix} = \frac{n_1 C_{p1} + n_2 C_{p2}}{n_1 + n_2}$. Since $C_p = C_v + R$,we have $C_{p1} = \frac{5}{2}R$ and $C_{p2} = \frac{7}{2}R$.
$C_{p,mix} = \frac{1 \cdot \frac{5}{2}R + 1 \cdot \frac{7}{2}R}{2} = \frac{6R}{2} = 3R$.
The adiabatic index for the mixture is $\gamma_{mix} = \frac{C_{p,mix}}{C_{v,mix}} = \frac{3R}{2R} = 1.5$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
According to the kinetic theory of gases,when two molecules of a gas collide with each other,then:
A
both kinetic energy and momentum are conserved.
B
neither kinetic energy nor momentum is conserved.
C
momentum is conserved but kinetic energy is not conserved.
D
kinetic energy is conserved but momentum is not conserved.

Solution

(A) According to the kinetic theory of gases,the collisions between gas molecules are assumed to be perfectly elastic.
In an elastic collision,both the total linear momentum and the total kinetic energy of the system are conserved.
Therefore,when two molecules of a gas collide,both kinetic energy and momentum are conserved.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
According to the kinetic theory of gases,which of the following statements is $WRONG$?
A
The pressure exerted by a gas is due to the collisions between the molecules of the gas
B
Collisions between the molecules of a gas and that of the molecules with the walls of the containers are perfectly elastic
C
All molecules of a gas are identical
D
The molecules do not exert appreciable force on one another except during collision

Solution

(A) According to the kinetic theory of gases,the pressure exerted by a gas is due to the collisions of gas molecules with the walls of the container,not due to collisions between the molecules themselves.
Therefore,statement $A$ is incorrect.
Statement $B$ is a fundamental postulate of the kinetic theory.
Statement $C$ is a standard assumption for an ideal gas.
Statement $D$ is also a fundamental postulate,assuming no intermolecular forces exist except during collisions.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
Two gases $A$ and $B$ are at absolute temperatures $360 \ K$ and $420 \ K$ respectively. The ratio of average kinetic energy of the molecules of gas $B$ to that of gas $A$ is
A
$6: 7$
B
$\sqrt{7}: \sqrt{6}$
C
$7: 6$
D
$49: 36$

Solution

(C) The average kinetic energy $K$ of a gas molecule is given by the formula $K = \frac{3}{2} k_B T$,where $k_B$ is the Boltzmann constant and $T$ is the absolute temperature.
Since $K \propto T$,the ratio of the average kinetic energy of gas $B$ to gas $A$ is given by $\frac{K_B}{K_A} = \frac{T_B}{T_A}$.
Given $T_A = 360 \ K$ and $T_B = 420 \ K$.
Substituting these values,we get $\frac{K_B}{K_A} = \frac{420}{360} = \frac{7}{6}$.
Thus,the ratio is $7: 6$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
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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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The average translational kinetic energy of $N$ molecules in a gas is $E_1$. The kinetic energy of the electron $(e)$ accelerated from rest through potential difference $V$ volt is $E_2$. The temperature at which $E_1=E_2$ is possible is ( $R=$ gas constant,$N=$ number of molecules).
A
$\frac{3 V N e}{2 R}$
B
$\frac{V N e}{2 R}$
C
$\frac{V N e}{3 R}$
D
$\frac{2 V N e}{3 R}$

Solution

(D) The average translational kinetic energy of a gas molecule is given by $\frac{3}{2} k_B T$,where $k_B = \frac{R}{N_A}$. For $N$ molecules,the total average translational kinetic energy is $E_1 = \frac{3}{2} \left( \frac{R}{N_A} \right) T$. However,given the context of $N$ molecules,we use $E_1 = \frac{3}{2} \left( \frac{R}{N} \right) T$.
The kinetic energy of an electron accelerated from rest through a potential difference $V$ is $E_2 = eV$.
Setting $E_1 = E_2$:
$\frac{3}{2} \left( \frac{R}{N} \right) T = eV$
Solving for $T$:
$T = \frac{2 N eV}{3 R}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The translational kinetic energy of the molecules of a gas at absolute temperature $T$ can be doubled by
A
decreasing $T$ to $\frac{T}{2}$
B
increasing $T$ to $4 T$
C
increasing $T$ to $\sqrt{2} T$
D
increasing $T$ to $2 T$

Solution

(D) The average translational kinetic energy $K$ of a gas molecule is given by the formula $K = \frac{3}{2} k_B T$,where $k_B$ is the Boltzmann constant and $T$ is the absolute temperature.
From this relation,it is clear that $K \propto T$.
If we want to double the kinetic energy $(K' = 2K)$,we must have $T' = 2T$.
Therefore,the temperature must be increased to $2T$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
If the absolute temperature of a gas is increased $5$ times,the r.m.s. velocity of the gas molecules will be
A
$5$ times
B
$10$ times
C
$25$ times
D
$\sqrt{5}$ times

Solution

(D) The root mean square (r.m.s.) velocity $v_{rms}$ of gas molecules is given by the formula: $v_{rms} = \sqrt{\frac{3RT}{M}}$.
From this relation,it is clear that $v_{rms} \propto \sqrt{T}$.
Let the initial temperature be $T_1 = T$ and the final temperature be $T_2 = 5T$.
Let the initial r.m.s. velocity be $v_1$ and the final r.m.s. velocity be $v_2$.
Then,$\frac{v_2}{v_1} = \sqrt{\frac{T_2}{T_1}} = \sqrt{\frac{5T}{T}} = \sqrt{5}$.
Therefore,$v_2 = \sqrt{5} v_1$.
Thus,the r.m.s. velocity becomes $\sqrt{5}$ times the initial velocity.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The r.m.s. speed of gas at temperature $T$ is $2$ times the r.m.s speed at $320 \,K$. The value of the temperature $T$ is (in $\,K$)
A
$1280$
B
$960$
C
$640$
D
$2560$

Solution

(A) The root mean square (r.m.s.) speed of a gas molecule is given by the formula $v_{rms} = \sqrt{\frac{3RT}{M}}$.
This implies that $v_{rms} \propto \sqrt{T}$.
Given that the r.m.s. speed at temperature $T$ is $2$ times the r.m.s. speed at $320 \,K$,we can write:
$\frac{v_T}{v_{320}} = 2$
Since $v \propto \sqrt{T}$,we have:
$\frac{\sqrt{T}}{\sqrt{320}} = 2$
Squaring both sides:
$\frac{T}{320} = 2^2$
$\frac{T}{320} = 4$
$T = 4 \times 320 \,K = 1280 \,K$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
When the rms velocity of a gas is denoted by $V$,which of the following relations is true? ($T=$ absolute temperature of the gas)
A
$\frac{V^2}{T} = \text{constant}$
B
$V T^2 = \text{constant}$
C
$\frac{V}{T^2} = \text{constant}$
D
$V^2 T = \text{constant}$

Solution

(A) The root mean square (rms) velocity $V$ of a gas molecule is given by the formula:
$V = \sqrt{\frac{3 k_B T}{m}}$
where $k_B$ is the Boltzmann constant,$T$ is the absolute temperature,and $m$ is the mass of one molecule.
Squaring both sides,we get:
$V^2 = \frac{3 k_B T}{m}$
Since $k_B$ and $m$ are constants for a given gas,we can write:
$V^2 \propto T$
Or,$\frac{V^2}{T} = \frac{3 k_B}{m} = \text{constant}$
Therefore,the correct relation is $\frac{V^2}{T} = \text{constant}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The temperature of an ideal gas is increased from $140 \,K$ to $560 \,K$. If the r.m.s. speed of gas molecules is $v$ at $140 \,K$, then at $560 \,K$, the r.m.s. speed becomes:
A
$4 v$
B
$\frac{v}{4}$
C
$\frac{v}{2}$
D
$2 v$

Solution

(D) The root mean square (r.m.s.) speed of gas molecules is given by the formula $v = \sqrt{\frac{3RT}{M}}$.
From this relation, it is clear that $v \propto \sqrt{T}$.
Given initial temperature $T_1 = 140 \,K$ and initial r.m.s. speed $v_1 = v$.
Final temperature $T_2 = 560 \,K$.
We can write the ratio: $\frac{v_2}{v_1} = \sqrt{\frac{T_2}{T_1}}$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{v_2}{v} = \sqrt{\frac{560}{140}} = \sqrt{4} = 2$.
Therefore, the new r.m.s. speed $v_2 = 2 v$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$10^{23}$ molecules of a gas, each having a mass of $3 \times 10^{-27} \,kg$, strike per second per $cm^2$ of a rigid wall at an angle of $60^{\circ}$ with the normal and rebound with a velocity of $500 \,m/s$. The pressure exerted by the gas molecules on the wall is: (in $\,N/m^2$)
A
$2000$
B
$500$
C
$1000$
D
$1500$

Solution

(D) The change in momentum of one molecule striking the wall and rebounding is given by $\Delta p = 2mv \cos \theta$, where $m$ is the mass, $v$ is the velocity, and $\theta$ is the angle with the normal.
Given: $m = 3 \times 10^{-27} \,kg$, $v = 500 \,m/s$, $\theta = 60^{\circ}$, $N = 10^{23}$ molecules/sec, and $A = 1 \,cm^2 = 10^{-4} \,m^2$.
Pressure $P = \frac{F}{A} = \frac{1}{A} \times \frac{\Delta p}{\Delta t} = \frac{N \times (2mv \cos 60^{\circ})}{A}$.
Substituting the values: $P = \frac{10^{23} \times 2 \times (3 \times 10^{-27}) \times 500 \times \cos 60^{\circ}}{10^{-4}}$.
Since $\cos 60^{\circ} = 0.5$, we have $P = \frac{10^{23} \times 6 \times 10^{-27} \times 500 \times 0.5}{10^{-4}} = \frac{3000 \times 10^{-4} \times 0.5}{10^{-4}} = 1500 \,N/m^2$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ van is moving with a speed of $108 \,km/hr$ on a level road where the coefficient of friction between the tyres and the road is $0.5$. For the safe driving of the van, the minimum radius of curvature of the road shall be (Acceleration due to gravity, $g = 10 \,m/s^2$) (in $\,m$)
A
$40$
B
$180$
C
$120$
D
$80$

Solution

(B) The correct option is $B$.
Concept: For safe driving on a level road, the centripetal force required for turning must be provided by the static friction between the tyres and the road. If the centripetal force exceeds the maximum limiting friction, the vehicle will skid.
Mathematically, the condition for safe turning is $\frac{mv^2}{r} \leq \mu mg$.
Given: Velocity $v = 108 \,km/hr = 108 \times \frac{5}{18} \,m/s = 30 \,m/s$, coefficient of friction $\mu = 0.5$, and $g = 10 \,m/s^2$.
To find the minimum radius $r_{\min}$, we use the equality condition: $r_{\min} = \frac{v^2}{\mu g}$.
Substituting the values: $r_{\min} = \frac{30^2}{0.5 \times 10} = \frac{900}{5} = 180 \,m$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
When the bob of mass '$m$' moves in a horizontal circle of radius '$r$' with uniform speed '$v$' having length of string '$L$' and describes a cone of semi-vertical angle '$\theta$',the centripetal force acting on the bob is given by: [$g$ = acceleration due to gravity.]
A
$\frac{mgL}{\sqrt{L^2-r^2}}$
B
$\frac{\sqrt{L^2-r^2}}{mgL}$
C
$\frac{mgr}{\sqrt{L^2-r^2}}$
D
$\frac{mgr}{L^2-r^2}$

Solution

(C) The forces acting on the bob are the tension '$T$' in the string and the gravitational force '$mg$'.
Resolving the tension '$T$' into two components:
$1$. Vertical component: $T \cos \theta = mg$ (Equation $1$)
$2$. Horizontal component: $T \sin \theta = \frac{mv^2}{r}$ (Centripetal force) (Equation $2$)
Dividing Equation $(2)$ by Equation $(1)$:
$\frac{T \sin \theta}{T \cos \theta} = \frac{mv^2/r}{mg}$
$\tan \theta = \frac{v^2}{rg}$
Thus,the centripetal force $F_c = T \sin \theta = mg \tan \theta$.
From the geometry of the cone,the radius '$r$',length '$L$',and angle '$\theta$' are related by $\sin \theta = \frac{r}{L}$.
Using the Pythagorean theorem,the adjacent side (vertical height) is $\sqrt{L^2-r^2}$.
Therefore,$\tan \theta = \frac{\text{opposite}}{\text{adjacent}} = \frac{r}{\sqrt{L^2-r^2}}$.
Substituting this into the expression for centripetal force:
$F_c = mg \left( \frac{r}{\sqrt{L^2-r^2}} \right) = \frac{mgr}{\sqrt{L^2-r^2}}$.
Solution diagram
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ road is $10 \text{ m}$ wide. Its radius of curvature is $50 \text{ m}$. The outer edge is above the inner edge by a distance of $1.5 \text{ m}$. This road is most suited for the velocity $[g = 9.8 \text{ m/s}^2]$: (in $\text{ m/s}$)
A
$2.5$
B
$6.5$
C
$4.5$
D
$8.5$

Solution

(D) For a banked road, the optimum velocity $v$ is given by the formula $\tan \alpha = \frac{v^2}{Rg}$.
Here, $\alpha$ is the banking angle, $R$ is the radius of curvature, and $g$ is the acceleration due to gravity.
From the geometry of the road, $\tan \alpha = \frac{h}{w}$, where $h$ is the height difference between the outer and inner edges and $w$ is the width of the road.
Equating the two expressions for $\tan \alpha$: $\frac{v^2}{Rg} = \frac{h}{w}$.
Rearranging for $v$: $v = \sqrt{\frac{Rgh}{w}}$.
Given: $R = 50 \text{ m}$, $h = 1.5 \text{ m}$, $w = 10 \text{ m}$, and $g = 9.8 \text{ m/s}^2$.
Substituting the values: $v = \sqrt{\frac{50 \times 9.8 \times 1.5}{10}} = \sqrt{5 \times 9.8 \times 1.5} = \sqrt{73.5} \approx 8.57 \text{ m/s}$.
Comparing this with the given options, the most suitable velocity is $8.5 \text{ m/s}$.
Solution diagram
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ car is driven on a banked road of radius of curvature $20 \ m$ with maximum safe speed. In order to increase its safe speed by $10 \%$,the increase in the radius of curvature will be (Angle of banking and friction is unchanged in both the cases.) (in $m$)
A
$4.2$
B
$6.1$
C
$24.2$
D
$12.1$

Solution

(A) For a car on a banked road,the maximum safe speed $v$ is given by the relation $v = \sqrt{Rg \frac{\mu + \tan \theta}{1 - \mu \tan \theta}}$.
Since the angle of banking $\theta$ and the coefficient of friction $\mu$ remain unchanged,we have $v^2 \propto R$,or $v^2 = C R$,where $C$ is a constant.
Let the initial speed be $v$ and the initial radius be $R = 20 \ m$.
The new speed is $v' = v + 0.10v = 1.1v$.
Using the relation $v^2 = CR$,we have $v'^2 = CR'$,where $R'$ is the new radius.
Dividing the two equations: $\frac{v'^2}{v^2} = \frac{R'}{R}$.
Substituting the values: $(1.1)^2 = \frac{R'}{R} \Rightarrow 1.21 = \frac{R'}{R}$.
Therefore,$R' = 1.21 R = 1.21 \times 20 \ m = 24.2 \ m$.
The increase in the radius of curvature is $\Delta R = R' - R = 24.2 \ m - 20 \ m = 4.2 \ m$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ spring has length $l$ and force constant $K$. If it is cut into two springs of length $l_1$ and $l_2$ such that $l_1 = n l_2$ ($n$ is an integer). The force constant of the spring of length $l_2$ is
A
$\frac{(n+1) K}{n}$
B
$K$
C
$\frac{K}{(n+1)}$
D
$K(1+n)$

Solution

(D) The force constant $K$ of a spring is inversely proportional to its length $l$,given by $K \propto \frac{1}{l}$ or $K l = \text{constant}$.
Given that the spring of length $l$ is cut into two parts $l_1$ and $l_2$ such that $l_1 + l_2 = l$.
We are given $l_1 = n l_2$.
Substituting this into the length equation: $n l_2 + l_2 = l \implies l_2(n + 1) = l \implies l_2 = \frac{l}{n+1}$.
Since $K l = K_2 l_2$,where $K_2$ is the force constant of the spring of length $l_2$:
$K_2 = K \frac{l}{l_2} = K \frac{l}{l / (n+1)} = K(n+1)$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
Two massless springs of spring constant $K_1$ and $K_2$ are connected in series,suspended vertically,and a certain mass is attached to the free end. If $e_1$ and $e_2$ are their respective extensions and $f$ is the stretching force,the total extension produced is:
A
$f(K_1 - K_2)$
B
$f(\frac{1}{K_1} - \frac{1}{K_2})$
C
$f(K_1 + K_2)$
D
$f(\frac{1}{K_1} + \frac{1}{K_2})$

Solution

(D) When two springs are connected in series,the same stretching force $f$ acts on both springs.
The extension in the first spring is $e_1 = \frac{f}{K_1}$.
The extension in the second spring is $e_2 = \frac{f}{K_2}$.
The total extension $x$ produced in the system is the sum of the individual extensions:
$x = e_1 + e_2$
Substituting the values of $e_1$ and $e_2$:
$x = \frac{f}{K_1} + \frac{f}{K_2}$
Factoring out the force $f$:
$x = f \left( \frac{1}{K_1} + \frac{1}{K_2} \right)$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ metal wire of density $\rho$ floats on the water surface horizontally. If it is not to sink in water,then the maximum radius of the wire is ($T$ = surface tension of water,$g$ = gravitational acceleration).
A
$\frac{\pi \rho g}{T}$
B
$\frac{T}{\pi \rho g}$
C
$\sqrt{\frac{2T}{\pi \rho g}}$
D
$\sqrt{\frac{\pi \rho g}{T}}$

Solution

(C) The correct option is $C$.
For a wire of length $L$ and radius $r$ floating on the water surface,the downward force due to gravity is $F_g = mg = (\text{density} \times \text{volume}) \times g = \rho (\pi r^2 L) g$.
The upward force due to surface tension acts along the two sides of the wire along its length $L$. Thus,the total upward force is $F_T = 2TL$.
For the wire to float without sinking,the upward force must balance the downward force:
$2TL = \rho \pi r^2 L g$
$2T = \rho \pi r^2 g$
$r^2 = \frac{2T}{\pi \rho g}$
$r = \sqrt{\frac{2T}{\pi \rho g}}$
We neglect the buoyancy force as it is negligible compared to the surface tension force for a thin wire.
Solution diagram
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
If an electron in a hydrogen atom jumps from the $3^{rd}$ orbit to the $2^{nd}$ orbit,it emits a photon of wavelength $\lambda$. When it jumps from the $4^{th}$ orbit to the $3^{rd}$ orbit,the corresponding wavelength of the photon will be
A
$\frac{20}{7}\lambda$
B
$\frac{20}{13}\lambda$
C
$\frac{16}{25}\lambda$
D
$\frac{9}{16}\lambda$

Solution

(A) The Rydberg formula for the wavelength of emitted radiation is given by $\frac{1}{\lambda} = R \left( \frac{1}{n_{f}^{2}} - \frac{1}{n_{i}^{2}} \right)$.
For the transition from $n_i = 3$ to $n_f = 2$:
$\frac{1}{\lambda} = R \left( \frac{1}{2^{2}} - \frac{1}{3^{2}} \right) = R \left( \frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{9} \right) = R \left( \frac{9-4}{36} \right) = \frac{5R}{36}$.
For the transition from $n_i = 4$ to $n_f = 3$:
$\frac{1}{\lambda'} = R \left( \frac{1}{3^{2}} - \frac{1}{4^{2}} \right) = R \left( \frac{1}{9} - \frac{1}{16} \right) = R \left( \frac{16-9}{144} \right) = \frac{7R}{144}$.
Taking the ratio of the two equations:
$\frac{\lambda'}{\lambda} = \frac{5R/36}{7R/144} = \frac{5}{36} \times \frac{144}{7} = \frac{5 \times 4}{7} = \frac{20}{7}$.
Therefore,$\lambda' = \frac{20}{7}\lambda$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ long solenoid has $200$ turns per $cm$ and carries a current $i$. The magnetic field at its centre is $6.28 \times 10^{-2} \ Wb/m^2$. Another long solenoid has $100$ turns per $cm$ and it carries a current $i/3$. The value of the magnetic field at its centre is:
A
$1.05 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb/m^2$
B
$1.05 \times 10^{-2} \ Wb/m^2$
C
$1.05 \times 10^{-5} \ Wb/m^2$
D
$1.05 \times 10^{-3} \ Wb/m^2$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field at the centre of a long solenoid is given by $B = \mu_0 n i$,where $n$ is the number of turns per unit length and $i$ is the current.
For the first solenoid: $B_1 = \mu_0 n_1 i_1 = 6.28 \times 10^{-2} \ Wb/m^2$,where $n_1 = 200 \ turns/cm$ and $i_1 = i$.
For the second solenoid: $n_2 = 100 \ turns/cm$ and $i_2 = i/3$.
Taking the ratio: $\frac{B_2}{B_1} = \frac{\mu_0 n_2 i_2}{\mu_0 n_1 i_1} = \frac{n_2 i_2}{n_1 i_1}$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{B_2}{6.28 \times 10^{-2}} = \frac{100 \times (i/3)}{200 \times i} = \frac{100}{200 \times 3} = \frac{1}{6}$.
Therefore,$B_2 = \frac{6.28 \times 10^{-2}}{6} \approx 1.05 \times 10^{-2} \ Wb/m^2$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
An $AC$ voltage source of variable angular frequency $\omega$ and fixed amplitude $V_0$ is connected in series with a capacitance $C$ and an electric bulb of resistance $R$ (inductance zero). When $\omega$ is increased,
A
the bulb glows dimmer
B
the bulb glows brighter
C
total impedance of the circuit is unchanged
D
total impedance of the circuit increases

Solution

(B) The impedance $Z$ of an $RC$ series circuit is given by $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + X_C^2}$,where $X_C = \frac{1}{\omega C}$ is the capacitive reactance.
Substituting $X_C$,we get $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + \left(\frac{1}{\omega C}\right)^2}$.
As the angular frequency $\omega$ increases,the capacitive reactance $X_C = \frac{1}{\omega C}$ decreases.
Since $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + X_C^2}$,a decrease in $X_C$ leads to a decrease in the total impedance $Z$ of the circuit.
The current in the circuit is given by $I = \frac{V_0}{Z}$. Since $V_0$ is constant and $Z$ decreases,the current $I$ increases.
The brightness of the bulb is proportional to the power dissipated,$P = I^2 R$. As the current $I$ increases,the power dissipated increases,and the bulb glows brighter.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
In an $LCR$ series resonance circuit, choose the wrong statement.
A
At resonance, impedance is minimum.
B
At resonance, the circuit is purely inductive.
C
At resonance, current has a maximum value.
D
Resonance occurs at $X_L = X_C$.

Solution

(B) Concept: In $LCR$ series circuits, resonance occurs when the inductive reactance $(X_L)$ and capacitive reactance $(X_C)$ have equal magnitude, i.e., $X_L = X_C$.
At this condition, the net reactance $X = X_L - X_C = 0$.
The impedance $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + (X_L - X_C)^2}$ becomes minimum, equal to $R$.
Since $Z$ is minimum, the current $I = V/Z$ reaches its maximum value.
Because the net reactance is zero, the circuit behaves as a purely resistive circuit, not an inductive one.
Therefore, the statement that the circuit is purely inductive at resonance is incorrect.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ capacitor of capacity '$C$' is charged to a potential difference of '$V_1$'. The plates of the capacitor are then connected to an ideal inductor of inductance '$L$'. The current through the inductor when the potential difference across the capacitor reduces to '$V_2$' is:
A
$\sqrt{\frac{C(V_1^2 - V_2^2)}{L}}$
B
$\sqrt{\frac{C(V_1^2 + V_2^2)}{L}}$
C
$\sqrt{\frac{C}{L}}(V_1^2 - V_2^2)^{1/2}$
D
$\sqrt{\frac{C}{L}}(V_1 - V_2)$

Solution

(C) The total energy in an $LC$ circuit is conserved.
Initially,the energy stored in the capacitor is $U_i = \frac{1}{2}CV_1^2$.
When the potential difference across the capacitor becomes $V_2$,the energy stored in the capacitor is $U_c = \frac{1}{2}CV_2^2$.
The energy stored in the inductor at this instant is $U_L = \frac{1}{2}LI^2$.
By the law of conservation of energy: $U_i = U_c + U_L$.
$\frac{1}{2}CV_1^2 = \frac{1}{2}CV_2^2 + \frac{1}{2}LI^2$.
$LI^2 = C(V_1^2 - V_2^2)$.
$I^2 = \frac{C}{L}(V_1^2 - V_2^2)$.
$I = \sqrt{\frac{C}{L}(V_1^2 - V_2^2)}$.
Thus,the correct option is $C$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
In an $LC$ parallel resonance circuit,choose the wrong statement.
A
Resonance occurs when inductive and capacitive reactance are the same.
B
At resonance,current is minimum.
C
At resonance,impedance is maximum.
D
At resonance,resonant frequency $= \sqrt{LC}$.

Solution

(D) In an $LC$ parallel resonance circuit,resonance occurs when the inductive reactance $(X_L)$ equals the capacitive reactance $(X_C)$.
At this condition,the total impedance of the circuit is maximum,which leads to the minimum current flowing through the circuit.
The condition for resonance is given by $X_L = X_C$,which implies $\omega L = \frac{1}{\omega C}$.
Solving for angular frequency,we get $\omega = \frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}}$.
Therefore,the resonant frequency is $f = \frac{1}{2\pi\sqrt{LC}}$.
Since the option states resonant frequency $= \sqrt{LC}$,this statement is incorrect.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
In an $LCR$ series circuit,if the angular frequency $\omega$ is gradually increased,then match the following columns:
Column-$I$Column-$II$
$(A)$ Capacitive reactance$(i)$ Will continuously increase
$(B)$ Inductive reactance(ii) Will remain constant
$(C)$ Resistance(iii) Will first decrease and then increase
$(D)$ Total impedance(iv) Will continuously decrease
Question diagram
A
$(A)-(iv), (B)-(i), (C)-(ii), (D)-(iii)$
B
$(A)-(i), (B)-(iii), (C)-(iv), (D)-(ii)$
C
$(A)-(ii), (B)-(iii), (C)-(i), (D)-(iv)$
D
$(A)-(i), (B)-(iv), (C)-(ii), (D)-(iii)$

Solution

(A) The capacitive reactance is given by $X_C = \frac{1}{\omega C}$. As $\omega$ increases,$X_C$ decreases continuously. Therefore,$(A)-(iv)$.
The inductive reactance is given by $X_L = \omega L$. As $\omega$ increases,$X_L$ increases continuously. Therefore,$(B)-(i)$.
The resistance $R$ is independent of the angular frequency $\omega$. Therefore,$(C)-(ii)$.
The total impedance $Z$ in an $LCR$ series circuit is given by $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + (X_L - X_C)^2}$. At resonance,$X_L = X_C$,so $Z$ is minimum. As $\omega$ increases from zero,$Z$ first decreases until resonance and then increases. Therefore,$(D)-(iii)$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
When an $A$.$C$. source is connected across a pure capacitor,the correct phase relation between current $(i_c)$ and voltage $(e_c)$ is shown in the figure.
Question diagram
A
$(A)$
B
$(B)$
C
$(C)$
D
$(D)$

Solution

(B) For a pure capacitor connected to an $A$.$C$. source,the voltage is given by $e_c = V_0 \sin(\omega t)$.
The charge on the capacitor is $q = C e_c = C V_0 \sin(\omega t)$.
The current in the circuit is $i_c = \frac{dq}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt} [C V_0 \sin(\omega t)] = \omega C V_0 \cos(\omega t) = \omega C V_0 \sin(\omega t + \frac{\pi}{2})$.
This shows that the current $i_c$ leads the voltage $e_c$ by a phase angle of $\frac{\pi}{2}$ radians.
In the given phasor diagrams,the vector representing $i_c$ should be $90^{\circ}$ ahead of the vector representing $e_c$ in the counter-clockwise direction.
Looking at the options,in diagram $(B)$,the current vector $i_c$ is $90^{\circ}$ ahead of the voltage vector $e_c$.
Therefore,the correct option is $(B)$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
In a series $LCR$ circuit, the voltages across $L, C$, and $R$ are $50 \,V, 20 \,V$, and $40 \,V$ respectively. The $A.C.$ voltage applied across the combination of $LCR$ is: (in $\,V$)
A
$10$
B
$110$
C
$70$
D
$50$

Solution

(D) In a series $LCR$ circuit, the total applied voltage $V$ is the phasor sum of the voltages across the individual components.
The formula for the total voltage is given by:
$V = \sqrt{V_R^2 + (V_L - V_C)^2}$
Given:
$V_L = 50 \,V$
$V_C = 20 \,V$
$V_R = 40 \,V$
Substituting these values into the formula:
$V = \sqrt{40^2 + (50 - 20)^2}$
$V = \sqrt{1600 + (30)^2}$
$V = \sqrt{1600 + 900}$
$V = \sqrt{2500}$
$V = 50 \,V$
Therefore, the applied $A.C.$ voltage is $50 \,V$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
In a series $L-C-R$ circuit,$C = 2 \mu F$,$L = 1 \ mH$,and $R = 10 \ \Omega$. What is the ratio of energies stored in the inductor and the capacitor when the maximum current flows in the circuit?
A
$1: 8$
B
$5: 1$
C
$1: 5$
D
$8: 1$

Solution

(B) At the condition of maximum current,the circuit is in resonance.
At resonance,the inductive reactance equals the capacitive reactance,i.e.,$X_L = X_C$.
The energy stored in the inductor is $U_L = \frac{1}{2} L I_{max}^2$.
The energy stored in the capacitor is $U_C = \frac{1}{2} C V_C^2 = \frac{1}{2} C (I_{max} X_C)^2 = \frac{1}{2} C I_{max}^2 X_C^2$.
Since $X_C = X_L = \omega L = \frac{1}{\omega C}$,the ratio of energy in the inductor to the capacitor is $\frac{U_L}{U_C} = \frac{\frac{1}{2} L I_{max}^2}{\frac{1}{2} C I_{max}^2 X_C^2} = \frac{L}{C X_C^2}$.
Substituting $X_C = \frac{1}{\omega C}$,we get $\frac{U_L}{U_C} = \frac{L}{C (1/\omega^2 C^2)} = L C \omega^2$.
Since $\omega^2 = \frac{1}{LC}$,we have $\frac{U_L}{U_C} = L C (\frac{1}{LC}) = 1$.
Wait,let us re-evaluate: At resonance,$I_{max} = \frac{V}{R}$. The voltage across the capacitor is $V_C = I_{max} X_C$ and across the inductor is $V_L = I_{max} X_L$.
Since $X_L = X_C$,then $V_L = V_C$.
Thus,$U_L = \frac{1}{2} L I_{max}^2$ and $U_C = \frac{1}{2} C V_C^2 = \frac{1}{2} C (I_{max} X_L)^2 = \frac{1}{2} C I_{max}^2 (\omega L)^2 = \frac{1}{2} C I_{max}^2 (\frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}} L)^2 = \frac{1}{2} C I_{max}^2 (\frac{L}{C}) = \frac{1}{2} L I_{max}^2$.
Therefore,$U_L = U_C$,so the ratio is $1:1$. However,checking the provided options,if the question implies the ratio of energy in the capacitor to the inductor at a specific frequency or if there is a typo in the question's premise,we must look at the provided solution logic: $\frac{U_C}{U_L} = \frac{1}{5}$ implies $U_L:U_C = 5:1$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
An inductance coil has a resistance of $100 \Omega$. When an $A.C.$ signal of frequency $100 \ Hz$ is applied to the coil,the voltage leads the current by $45^{\circ}$. The inductance of the coil in henry is $\left[\sin 45^{\circ}=\cos 45^{\circ}=\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}\right]$
A
$\frac{1}{\pi}$
B
$\frac{5}{2 \pi}$
C
$\frac{2}{\pi}$
D
$\frac{1}{2 \pi}$

Solution

(D) In an $LR$ circuit,the phase angle $\phi$ between voltage and current is given by $\tan \phi = \frac{X_L}{R}$.
Given $\phi = 45^{\circ}$,we have $\tan 45^{\circ} = 1$.
Therefore,$\frac{X_L}{R} = 1$,which implies $X_L = R$.
Given $R = 100 \ \Omega$,so $X_L = 100 \ \Omega$.
The inductive reactance is $X_L = 2 \pi f L$.
Substituting the values,$100 = 2 \pi \times 100 \times L$.
Solving for $L$,we get $L = \frac{100}{2 \pi \times 100} = \frac{1}{2 \pi} \ H$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ circuit of negligible resistance has an inductor of $0.16 H$ and a capacitor of $25 \mu F$ connected in series with an alternating voltage source. The resonant frequency of the circuit is:
A
$\frac{150}{\pi} Hz$
B
$\frac{200}{\pi} Hz$
C
$\frac{250}{\pi} Hz$
D
$\frac{400}{\pi} Hz$

Solution

(C) At resonance,the inductive reactance $(X_L)$ and capacitive reactance $(X_C)$ are equal:
$X_L = X_C$
$\omega L = \frac{1}{\omega C}$
$\omega^2 = \frac{1}{LC}$
$\omega = \frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}}$
Since $\omega = 2 \pi f$,the resonant frequency $f$ is given by:
$f = \frac{1}{2 \pi \sqrt{LC}}$
Given values: $L = 0.16 H$ and $C = 25 \times 10^{-6} F$.
Substituting these values:
$f = \frac{1}{2 \pi \sqrt{0.16 \times 25 \times 10^{-6}}}$
$f = \frac{1}{2 \pi \sqrt{4 \times 10^{-6}}}$
$f = \frac{1}{2 \pi \times 2 \times 10^{-3}}$
$f = \frac{1}{4 \pi \times 10^{-3}}$
$f = \frac{1000}{4 \pi} Hz = \frac{250}{\pi} Hz$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The resonant frequency of a series $LCR$ circuit is $f_R$. The circuit is connected to a sinusoidally alternating e.m.f. of frequency $2 f_R$. The inductive reactance becomes $X_{L_1}$ and capacitive reactance becomes $X_{C_1}$ after changing the frequency. $X_{C_1}$ is equal to:
A
$2 X_{L_1}$
B
$\frac{1}{4} X_{L_1}$
C
$\frac{1}{2} X_{L_1}$
D
$X_{L_1}$

Solution

(B) At resonance frequency $f_R$, the inductive reactance $X_L$ equals the capacitive reactance $X_C$, so $X_L = X_C = X_0$.
When the frequency is doubled to $f' = 2 f_R$, the new inductive reactance is $X_{L_1} = 2 \pi (2 f_R) L = 2 X_L = 2 X_0$.
The new capacitive reactance is $X_{C_1} = \frac{1}{2 \pi (2 f_R) C} = \frac{1}{2} X_C = \frac{1}{2} X_0$.
From $X_{L_1} = 2 X_0$, we have $X_0 = \frac{X_{L_1}}{2}$.
Substituting this into the expression for $X_{C_1}$, we get $X_{C_1} = \frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{X_{L_1}}{2} \right) = \frac{X_{L_1}}{4}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ capacitor of capacity $20 \mu F$ is charged to a potential of $35 \text{ V}$. The battery is then disconnected. $A$ pure inductor coil of $200 \text{ mH}$ is connected across the capacitor so that $LC$ oscillations are set up. The maximum current in the coil is: (in $\text{ A}$)
A
$0.025$
B
$0.25$
C
$0.035$
D
$0.35$

Solution

(D) Given: Capacitance $C = 20 \mu F = 20 \times 10^{-6} \text{ F}$, Voltage $V = 35 \text{ V}$, Inductance $L = 200 \text{ mH} = 200 \times 10^{-3} \text{ H}$.
In an $LC$ circuit, the energy stored in the capacitor is converted into the energy stored in the inductor.
The maximum energy in the capacitor is $U_E = \frac{1}{2} C V^2$.
The maximum energy in the inductor is $U_B = \frac{1}{2} L I_{\text{max}}^2$.
By conservation of energy, $U_E = U_B$, so $\frac{1}{2} C V^2 = \frac{1}{2} L I_{\text{max}}^2$.
Solving for $I_{\text{max}}$: $I_{\text{max}} = V \sqrt{\frac{C}{L}}$.
Substituting the values: $I_{\text{max}} = 35 \times \sqrt{\frac{20 \times 10^{-6}}{200 \times 10^{-3}}} = 35 \times \sqrt{\frac{1}{10000}} = 35 \times \frac{1}{100} = 0.35 \text{ A}$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ $1 \, \mu F$ capacitor is charged to $50 \, V$. The charging battery is then disconnected and a $10 \, mH$ coil is connected across the capacitor so that $LC$ oscillations occur. What is the maximum current in the coil (in $, A$)? Assume that the circuit contains no resistance.
A
$0.75$
B
$0.25$
C
$0.50$
D
$1.00$

Solution

(C) In an $LC$ circuit, the total energy is conserved. The initial energy stored in the capacitor is $U_E = \frac{1}{2} C V^2$.
When the current in the coil is maximum $(I_{max})$, the energy stored in the inductor is $U_B = \frac{1}{2} L I_{max}^2$.
Since there is no resistance, the total energy remains constant, so the initial electrical energy is converted into maximum magnetic energy:
$\frac{1}{2} C V^2 = \frac{1}{2} L I_{max}^2$
$I_{max}^2 = \frac{C V^2}{L}$
$I_{max} = V \sqrt{\frac{C}{L}}$
Given: $C = 1 \, \mu F = 1 \times 10^{-6} \, F$, $V = 50 \, V$, $L = 10 \, mH = 10 \times 10^{-3} \, H = 10^{-2} \, H$.
$I_{max} = 50 \times \sqrt{\frac{1 \times 10^{-6}}{10^{-2}}}$
$I_{max} = 50 \times \sqrt{10^{-4}}$
$I_{max} = 50 \times 10^{-2} \, A = 0.5 \, A$.
Solution diagram
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
At resonance,the value of current in a series $L-C-R$ circuit is: (Symbols have their usual meanings.)
A
$\frac{e_0}{R}$
B
$\frac{e_0}{\sqrt{R^2+\omega^2 C^2}}$
C
$e_0\left[R^2+\left(\omega L+\frac{1}{\omega C}\right)^2\right]$
D
$\frac{e_0}{\sqrt{R^2+\omega^2 L^2}}$

Solution

(A) In a series $L-C-R$ circuit,the impedance $Z$ is given by $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + (\omega L - \frac{1}{\omega C})^2}$.
At resonance,the inductive reactance equals the capacitive reactance,i.e.,$\omega L = \frac{1}{\omega C}$.
Therefore,the term $(\omega L - \frac{1}{\omega C}) = 0$.
Substituting this into the impedance formula,we get $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + 0} = R$.
The current $i$ is given by $i = \frac{e_0}{Z}$.
Thus,at resonance,$i = \frac{e_0}{R}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
In a series $L-C-R$ circuit,the capacitance is changed from $C$ to $2C$. To obtain the same resonance frequency,the inductance should be changed from $L$ to:
A
$2L$
B
$4L$
C
$\frac{L}{2}$
D
$L$

Solution

(C) The resonant frequency $f$ of a series $L-C-R$ circuit is given by the formula: $f = \frac{1}{2\pi\sqrt{LC}}$.
Since the resonance frequency remains unchanged,we have $f = f'$.
Therefore,$\frac{1}{2\pi\sqrt{LC}} = \frac{1}{2\pi\sqrt{L'C'}}$.
Squaring both sides,we get $LC = L'C'$.
Given that the capacitance is changed from $C$ to $C' = 2C$,we substitute this into the equation:
$LC = L'(2C)$.
Dividing both sides by $2C$,we get $L' = \frac{L}{2}$.
Thus,the inductance should be changed to $\frac{L}{2}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ resistor of $2 \ \Omega$,an inductor of $100 \ \mu H$,and a capacitor of $400 \ pF$ are connected in series across an $A$.$C$. source of $e_{rms} = 0.1 \ V$. At resonance,the voltage drop across the inductor is: (in $V$)
A
$20$
B
$25$
C
$2.5$
D
$250$

Solution

(B) At resonance,the inductive reactance $X_L$ is equal to the capacitive reactance $X_C$,and the impedance $Z$ of the circuit is equal to the resistance $R$.
Given: $R = 2 \ \Omega$,$L = 100 \ \mu H = 100 \times 10^{-6} \ H$,$C = 400 \ pF = 400 \times 10^{-12} \ F$,and $V_{rms} = 0.1 \ V$.
The current in the circuit at resonance is $i = \frac{V_{rms}}{Z} = \frac{V_{rms}}{R} = \frac{0.1}{2} = 0.05 \ A$.
The resonant angular frequency is $\omega = \frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}}$.
The voltage drop across the inductor is $V_L = i X_L = i \omega L = i \left(\frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}}\right) L = i \sqrt{\frac{L}{C}}$.
Substituting the values: $V_L = 0.05 \times \sqrt{\frac{100 \times 10^{-6}}{400 \times 10^{-12}}} = 0.05 \times \sqrt{\frac{100}{400} \times 10^6} = 0.05 \times \sqrt{0.25 \times 10^6} = 0.05 \times 0.5 \times 10^3 = 0.05 \times 500 = 25 \ V$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
In the circuit shown,the $AC$ source has voltage $V=20 \cos (\omega t) \text{ V}$ with $\omega=2000 \text{ rad/s}$. The magnitude of the amplitude current will be nearly
Question diagram
A
$\sqrt{5} \text{ A}$
B
$3.3 \text{ A}$
C
$2 \text{ A}$
D
$\frac{2}{\sqrt{5}} \text{ A}$

Solution

(C) The circuit is an $LCR$ series circuit with resistance $R = 6 \Omega + 4 \Omega = 10 \Omega$,inductance $L = 5 \text{ mH} = 5 \times 10^{-3} \text{ H}$,and capacitance $C = 50 \text{ } \mu\text{F} = 50 \times 10^{-6} \text{ F}$.
Given $\omega = 2000 \text{ rad/s}$,the inductive reactance is $X_L = \omega L = 2000 \times 5 \times 10^{-3} = 10 \Omega$.
The capacitive reactance is $X_C = \frac{1}{\omega C} = \frac{1}{2000 \times 50 \times 10^{-6}} = \frac{1}{0.1} = 10 \Omega$.
Since $X_L = X_C$,the circuit is in resonance.
The impedance of the circuit is $Z = \sqrt{R^2 + (X_L - X_C)^2} = R = 10 \Omega$.
The amplitude of the current is $I_0 = \frac{V_0}{Z} = \frac{20}{10} = 2 \text{ A}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ $10 \Omega$ resistance,$5 \ mH$ coil,and $10 \ \mu F$ capacitor are joined in series. When an alternating current source of suitable frequency is joined to this combination,the circuit resonates. If the resistance is halved,the resonant frequency is
A
quadrupled.
B
halved.
C
doubled.
D
remains unchanged.

Solution

(D) At resonance in an $LCR$ series circuit,the inductive reactance $(X_L)$ is equal to the capacitive reactance $(X_C)$.
$X_L = X_C$
$2 \pi f L = \frac{1}{2 \pi f C}$
Rearranging for the resonant frequency $(f)$:
$f^2 = \frac{1}{4 \pi^2 LC}$
$f = \frac{1}{2 \pi \sqrt{LC}}$
From this formula,it is clear that the resonant frequency $(f)$ depends only on the inductance $(L)$ and the capacitance $(C)$.
It is independent of the resistance $(R)$.
Therefore,if the resistance is halved,the resonant frequency remains unchanged.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
When a capacitor is connected in a series $LR$ circuit,what happens to the alternating current flowing in the circuit?
A
remains constant.
B
increases.
C
decreases.
D
becomes zero.

Solution

(B) The impedance of a series $LR$ circuit is given by $Z_1 = \sqrt{R^2 + X_L^2}$.
When a capacitor is connected in series with this circuit,the new impedance becomes $Z_2 = \sqrt{R^2 + (X_L - X_C)^2}$.
Since $(X_L - X_C)^2 < X_L^2$ (assuming $X_C$ is not zero),the new impedance $Z_2$ is less than the original impedance $Z_1$.
According to Ohm's law for $AC$ circuits,$I = \frac{V}{Z}$.
Since the impedance $Z$ decreases,the current $I$ flowing in the circuit increases.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The same current is flowing in two alternating circuits. The first circuit contains only an inductor and the other contains only a capacitor. If the frequency of the alternating e.m.f. is increased,the values of current will
A
decrease in the first circuit and increase in the other.
B
increase in the first circuit and decrease in the other.
C
increase in both circuits.
D
decrease in both circuits.

Solution

(A) For an inductor,the inductive reactance is $X_L = 2\pi f L$. The current is given by $I = \frac{V}{X_L} = \frac{V}{2\pi f L}$.
Thus,$I \propto \frac{1}{f}$. As the frequency $f$ increases,the current $I$ decreases in the first circuit.
For a capacitor,the capacitive reactance is $X_C = \frac{1}{2\pi f C}$. The current is given by $I = \frac{V}{X_C} = V(2\pi f C)$.
Thus,$I \propto f$. As the frequency $f$ increases,the current $I$ increases in the second circuit.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ coil having an inductance of $\frac{1}{\pi} \text{ H}$ is connected in series with a resistance of $300 \text{ } \Omega$. If an $A$.$C$. source $(20 \text{ V}, 200 \text{ Hz})$ is connected across the combination,the phase angle between voltage and current is
A
$\tan^{-1}(\frac{4}{5})$
B
$\tan^{-1}(\frac{4}{3})$
C
$\tan^{-1}(\frac{5}{4})$
D
$\tan^{-1}(\frac{3}{4})$

Solution

(B) For an $LR$ series circuit,the phase angle $\phi$ between the voltage and the current is given by the formula: $\tan \phi = \frac{X_L}{R}$.
Here,$X_L = \omega L = 2 \pi f L$.
Given: $L = \frac{1}{\pi} \text{ H}$,$R = 300 \text{ } \Omega$,and $f = 200 \text{ Hz}$.
Substituting the values: $X_L = 2 \pi \times 200 \times \frac{1}{\pi} = 400 \text{ } \Omega$.
Now,$\tan \phi = \frac{400}{300} = \frac{4}{3}$.
Therefore,$\phi = \tan^{-1}(\frac{4}{3})$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ resistor $R$,an inductor $L$,and a capacitor $C$ are connected in series to an oscillator of frequency $N$. If the resonance frequency is $N_R$,then the current lags behind the voltage when:
A
$N = N_R$
B
$N = 0$
C
$N < N_R$
D
$N > N_R$

Solution

(D) In an $LCR$ series circuit,the current lags behind the voltage when the circuit is inductive in nature.
This happens when the inductive reactance $X_L$ is greater than the capacitive reactance $X_C$.
$X_L > X_C$
$\Rightarrow \omega L > \frac{1}{\omega C}$
$\Rightarrow \omega^2 > \frac{1}{LC}$
$\Rightarrow \omega > \frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}}$
Since $\omega = 2\pi N$ and $N_R = \frac{1}{2\pi\sqrt{LC}}$,the condition becomes:
$N > N_R$
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
When an a.c. source is connected across a pure resistor,the correct phase relation between current $(i_R)$ and voltage $(e_R)$ is shown in which figure?
Question diagram
A
$(A)$
B
$(B)$
C
$(C)$
D
$(D)$

Solution

(C) In a pure resistive circuit,the voltage $(e_R)$ and current $(i_R)$ are in the same phase. This means that they reach their maximum and minimum values at the same time. The phase difference between them is $0$. Therefore,the phasor diagram representing this relationship shows both vectors pointing in the same direction,as depicted in figure $(A)$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The instantaneous values of current and voltage in an $AC$ circuit are given by $I = 6 \sin(100 \pi t + \frac{\pi}{4})$ and $V = 5 \sin(100 \pi t - \frac{\pi}{4})$. Then,
A
voltage leads the current by $45^{\circ}$
B
current leads the voltage by $45^{\circ}$
C
voltage leads the current by $90^{\circ}$
D
current leads the voltage by $90^{\circ}$

Solution

(D) The instantaneous current is given by $I = 6 \sin(100 \pi t + \frac{\pi}{4})$.
The instantaneous voltage is given by $V = 5 \sin(100 \pi t - \frac{\pi}{4})$.
The phase of the current is $\phi_I = 100 \pi t + \frac{\pi}{4}$.
The phase of the voltage is $\phi_V = 100 \pi t - \frac{\pi}{4}$.
The phase difference between current and voltage is $\Delta \phi = \phi_I - \phi_V = (100 \pi t + \frac{\pi}{4}) - (100 \pi t - \frac{\pi}{4}) = \frac{\pi}{4} + \frac{\pi}{4} = \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Since $\Delta \phi = \frac{\pi}{2}$ (or $90^{\circ}$) and the phase of the current is greater than the phase of the voltage,the current leads the voltage by $90^{\circ}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The average value of an $A$.$C$. voltage given by $V = V_{m} \sin(\omega t)$ over the time interval $t = 0$ to $t = \frac{\pi}{\omega}$ is:
A
$\frac{V_{m}}{\pi}$
B
$0$
C
$V_{m}$
D
$\frac{2 V_{m}}{\pi}$

Solution

(D) The average value of an $A$.$C$. voltage $V = V_{m} \sin(\omega t)$ over the time interval $t = 0$ to $t = \frac{\pi}{\omega}$ is calculated as follows:
$V_{av} = \frac{\int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{\omega}} V dt}{\int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{\omega}} dt}$
$V_{av} = \frac{\int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{\omega}} V_{m} \sin(\omega t) dt}{\frac{\pi}{\omega} - 0}$
$V_{av} = \frac{V_{m}}{\frac{\pi}{\omega}} \left[ -\frac{\cos(\omega t)}{\omega} \right]_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{\omega}}$
$V_{av} = \frac{V_{m} \omega}{\pi} \left( -\frac{1}{\omega} \right) [\cos(\pi) - \cos(0)]$
$V_{av} = -\frac{V_{m}}{\pi} [-1 - 1]$
$V_{av} = -\frac{V_{m}}{\pi} [-2] = \frac{2 V_{m}}{\pi}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
In an $A.C.$ circuit,the instantaneous current and $E.M.F.$ are represented as $i = i_0 \sin(\omega t - \frac{\pi}{6})$ and $E = E_0 \sin(\omega t + \frac{\pi}{3})$ respectively. The voltage leads the current by
A
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
B
$\frac{\pi}{4}$
C
$\frac{\pi}{3}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{6}$

Solution

(A) The phase of the current is $\phi_i = -\frac{\pi}{6}$.
The phase of the voltage is $\phi_E = +\frac{\pi}{3}$.
The phase difference $\phi$ by which the voltage leads the current is given by $\phi = \phi_E - \phi_i$.
Substituting the values,we get $\phi = \frac{\pi}{3} - (-\frac{\pi}{6})$.
$\phi = \frac{\pi}{3} + \frac{\pi}{6} = \frac{2\pi + \pi}{6} = \frac{3\pi}{6} = \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Therefore,the voltage leads the current by $\frac{\pi}{2}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
An alternating voltage of $22 \, V$ is applied across an inductance coil of reactance $11 \, \Omega$. If the inductance of the coil is $0.07 \, H$, the frequency of the alternating voltage is: (in $ \, Hz$)
A
$25$
B
$40$
C
$50$
D
$20$

Solution

(A) The inductive reactance $X_L$ is given by the formula $X_L = \omega L$, where $\omega = 2 \pi f$.
Substituting the value of $\omega$, we get $X_L = 2 \pi f L$.
Given $X_L = 11 \, \Omega$ and $L = 0.07 \, H$, we can solve for frequency $f$:
$f = \frac{X_L}{2 \pi L} = \frac{11}{2 \times 3.14159 \times 0.07} \approx \frac{11}{0.4398} \approx 25 \, Hz$.
Thus, the frequency of the alternating voltage is $25 \, Hz$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The frequency for which a $5 \mu F$ capacitor has a reactance of $\frac{1}{1000} \Omega$ is given by
A
$\frac{1}{1000} \text{ Hz}$
B
$1000 \text{ Hz}$
C
$\frac{100}{\pi} \text{ MHz}$
D
$\frac{1000}{\pi} \text{ Hz}$

Solution

(C) The capacitive reactance $X_c$ is given by the formula: $X_c = \frac{1}{2 \pi f C}$.
Given values are $X_c = \frac{1}{1000} \Omega = 10^{-3} \Omega$ and $C = 5 \mu F = 5 \times 10^{-6} \text{ F}$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$10^{-3} = \frac{1}{2 \pi f (5 \times 10^{-6})}$
$10^{-3} = \frac{1}{10 \pi f \times 10^{-6}}$
$10^{-3} = \frac{1}{\pi f \times 10^{-5}}$
Rearranging for frequency $f$:
$f = \frac{1}{10^{-3} \times \pi \times 10^{-5}} = \frac{1}{\pi \times 10^{-8}} = \frac{10^8}{\pi} \text{ Hz}$.
Since $1 \text{ MHz} = 10^6 \text{ Hz}$,we have $f = \frac{100 \times 10^6}{\pi} \text{ Hz} = \frac{100}{\pi} \text{ MHz}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
An alternating e.m.f. is given as $e = e_0 \sin \omega t$. In what time will the e.m.f. have half its maximum value if $e$ starts from zero?
$(T = \text{time period}, \sin 30^{\circ} = \cos 60^{\circ} = 0.5)$
A
$\frac{T}{12}$
B
$\frac{T}{8}$
C
$\frac{T}{16}$
D
$\frac{T}{4}$

Solution

(A) Let $t^{\prime}$ be the time when the e.m.f. is half its maximum value.
Given the equation $e = e_0 \sin \omega t$,we set $e = \frac{e_0}{2}$.
$\frac{e_0}{2} = e_0 \sin (\omega t^{\prime})$
$\frac{1}{2} = \sin (\omega t^{\prime})$
Since $\sin 30^{\circ} = 0.5$,we have $\omega t^{\prime} = \frac{\pi}{6}$.
Substituting $\omega = \frac{2\pi}{T}$,we get:
$(\frac{2\pi}{T}) t^{\prime} = \frac{\pi}{6}$
$t^{\prime} = \frac{T}{12}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The coil of inductance $0.25 mH$ has a reactance of $330 \Omega$,when connected to an a.c. source. The frequency of the a.c. source is (Take $\pi = \frac{22}{7}$) (in $kHz$)
A
$210$
B
$105$
C
$420$
D
$330$

Solution

(A) The inductive reactance $X_L$ is given by the formula $X_L = 2 \pi f L$,where $f$ is the frequency and $L$ is the inductance.
Rearranging for frequency,we get $f = \frac{X_L}{2 \pi L}$.
Given values: $X_L = 330 \Omega$ and $L = 0.25 mH = 0.25 \times 10^{-3} H$.
Substituting the values: $f = \frac{330}{2 \times (22/7) \times 0.25 \times 10^{-3}}$.
$f = \frac{330 \times 7}{2 \times 22 \times 0.25 \times 10^{-3}} = \frac{2310}{11 \times 10^{-3}} = 210 \times 10^3 Hz = 210 kHz$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The resistance offered by the inductor $(X_L)$ in an ac circuit is
A
inversely proportional to inductance and directly proportional to the frequency of alternating current
B
inversely proportional to inductance and frequency of the alternating current
C
directly proportional to inductance and frequency of alternating current
D
inversely proportional to frequency of alternating current and directly proportional to inductance.

Solution

(C) The expression for inductive reactance $(X_L)$ is given by:
$X_L = 2 \pi f L$
Where $f$ is the frequency of the alternating current and $L$ is the inductance.
From the formula,it is clear that $X_L$ is directly proportional to both the frequency $(f)$ and the inductance $(L)$.
Therefore,$X_L \propto f$ and $X_L \propto L$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ capacitor of $50 \mu F$ is connected to an a.c. source $e = 220 \sin(50t)$ (where $e$ is in volts and $t$ is in seconds). The value of the peak current is:
A
$0.55 \sqrt{2} \text{ A}$
B
$\sqrt{2} \text{ A}$
C
$\frac{\sqrt{2}}{0.55} \text{ A}$
D
$0.55 \text{ A}$

Solution

(D) Given the voltage equation $e = 220 \sin(50t)$.
Comparing this with the standard form $e = E_0 \sin(\omega t)$,we get the peak voltage $E_0 = 220 \text{ V}$ and angular frequency $\omega = 50 \text{ rad/s}$.
The capacitive reactance $X_C$ is given by $X_C = \frac{1}{\omega C}$.
Substituting the values: $X_C = \frac{1}{50 \times 50 \times 10^{-6}} = \frac{1}{2500 \times 10^{-6}} = \frac{10^6}{2500} = 400 \Omega$.
The peak current $I_0$ is given by $I_0 = \frac{E_0}{X_C}$.
$I_0 = \frac{220}{400} = \frac{22}{40} = 0.55 \text{ A}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
An ideal transformer is used to step up an alternating e.m.f. of $220 \,V$ to $4.4 \,kV$ to transmit $6.6 \,kW$ of power. The primary coil has $100$ turns. What is the current rating of the secondary coil (in $\,A$)?
A
$1.0$
B
$0.75$
C
$2.5$
D
$1.5$

Solution

(D) For an ideal transformer, the power input is equal to the power output.
Given power $P = 6.6 \,kW = 6600 \,W$.
The secondary voltage $V_s = 4.4 \,kV = 4400 \,V$.
The power in the secondary coil is given by $P = V_s \times I_s$.
Substituting the values: $6600 \,W = 4400 \,V \times I_s$.
Solving for the secondary current $I_s$: $I_s = \frac{6600}{4400} \,A = 1.5 \,A$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ step-down transformer has a $N_{S}$ to $N_{P}$ ratio of $1: 20$. If $8 \, V$ are developed across a $0.4 \, \Omega$ secondary load, the primary current will be: (in $ \, A$)
A
$1$
B
$0.5$
C
$4$
D
$2$

Solution

(A) Given: Ratio of secondary turns to primary turns $\frac{N_{S}}{N_{P}} = \frac{1}{20}$.
Secondary voltage $V_{S} = 8 \, V$.
Secondary resistance $R_{S} = 0.4 \, \Omega$.
First, calculate the secondary current $I_{S}$ using Ohm's law: $I_{S} = \frac{V_{S}}{R_{S}} = \frac{8 \, V}{0.4 \, \Omega} = 20 \, A$.
For an ideal transformer, the relationship between currents and turns is given by $\frac{I_{P}}{I_{S}} = \frac{N_{S}}{N_{P}}$.
Substituting the values: $I_{P} = I_{S} \times \frac{N_{S}}{N_{P}} = 20 \, A \times \frac{1}{20} = 1 \, A$.
Therefore, the primary current is $1 \, A$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ current of $5 \,A$ is flowing at $220 \,V$ in the primary coil of a transformer. If the voltage produced in the secondary coil is $2200 \,V$ and $50 \%$ of power is lost, then the current in the secondary will be (in $A$)
A
$2.5$
B
$0.5$
C
$0.25$
D
$5$

Solution

(C) Let $I$ be the current flowing through the secondary coil.
Input power in the primary coil is $P_{in} = V \times i = 220 \,V \times 5 \,A = 1100 \,W$.
Since $50 \%$ of the power is lost, the output power $P_{out}$ is $50 \%$ of the input power.
$P_{out} = 0.50 \times P_{in} = 0.50 \times 1100 \,W = 550 \,W$.
The output power is also given by $P_{out} = V^{\prime} \times I$, where $V^{\prime} = 2200 \,V$.
Therefore, $2200 \,V \times I = 550 \,W$.
$I = \frac{550}{2200} \,A = 0.25 \,A$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ transformer works on the principle of
A
magnetic effect of electric current
B
self-induction
C
heat transfer
D
mutual induction

Solution

(D) transformer is an electrical device that transfers electrical energy between two or more circuits through electromagnetic induction.
It consists of two coils,the primary coil and the secondary coil,which are magnetically coupled.
When an alternating current flows through the primary coil,it produces a changing magnetic flux.
This changing magnetic flux is linked to the secondary coil,inducing an electromotive force $(EMF)$ in it.
This phenomenon,where a change in current in one coil induces an $EMF$ in a nearby coil,is known as mutual induction.
Therefore,a transformer works on the principle of mutual induction.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The primary and secondary voltage of an ideal step-down transformer is $200 \,V$ and $25 \,V$ respectively. The secondary is connected to a device,which draws a current of $2 \,A$. The current in the primary is (in $\,mA$)
A
$25$
B
$42$
C
$160$
D
$250$

Solution

(D) For an ideal (lossless) transformer,the power input at the primary coil equals the power output at the secondary coil due to the conservation of energy:
$P_P = P_S$
$V_P I_P = V_S I_S$
Given:
$V_P = 200 \,V$
$V_S = 25 \,V$
$I_S = 2 \,A$
Substituting the values into the equation:
$200 \,V \times I_P = 25 \,V \times 2 \,A$
$200 \times I_P = 50$
$I_P = \frac{50}{200} \,A$
$I_P = 0.25 \,A$
Converting to milliamperes:
$I_P = 0.25 \times 1000 \,mA = 250 \,mA$
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
$A$ transformer having an efficiency of $90 \%$ is working on a $200 \ V$ and $3 \ kW$ power supply. If the current in the secondary coil is $6 \ A$,the voltage across the secondary coil and the current in the primary coil respectively are:
A
$450 \ V, 12 \ A$
B
$600 \ V, 15 \ A$
C
$300 \ V, 15 \ A$
D
$450 \ V, 15 \ A$

Solution

(D) Given: Efficiency $\eta = 90 \% = 0.9$,Primary voltage $V_P = 200 \ V$,Primary power $P_P = 3 \ kW = 3000 \ W$,Secondary current $I_S = 6 \ A$.
First,calculate the primary current $I_P$ using $P_P = V_P \times I_P$:
$I_P = \frac{P_P}{V_P} = \frac{3000 \ W}{200 \ V} = 15 \ A$.
Next,calculate the output power (secondary power) $P_S$ using efficiency: $P_S = \eta \times P_P = 0.9 \times 3000 \ W = 2700 \ W$.
Finally,calculate the secondary voltage $V_S$ using $P_S = V_S \times I_S$:
$V_S = \frac{P_S}{I_S} = \frac{2700 \ W}{6 \ A} = 450 \ V$.
Thus,the secondary voltage is $450 \ V$ and the primary current is $15 \ A$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
In hydrogen atoms,the transition from the state $n=6$ to $n=1$ results in ultraviolet radiation. Infrared radiation will be obtained in the transition:
A
$n=6$ to $n=2$
B
$n=5$ to $n=3$
C
$n=3$ to $n=5$
D
$n=4$ to $n=2$

Solution

(B) The wavelength $\lambda$ of emitted radiation is given by the Rydberg formula: $\frac{1}{\lambda} = R \left( \frac{1}{n_1^2} - \frac{1}{n_2^2} \right)$.
Ultraviolet radiation corresponds to the Lyman series $(n_1 = 1)$.
Infrared radiation corresponds to the Paschen series $(n_1 = 3)$,Brackett series $(n_1 = 4)$,or Pfund series $(n_1 = 5)$.
Comparing the options:
$(A)$ $n=6$ to $n=2$ is the Balmer series (Visible).
$(B)$ $n=5$ to $n=3$ is the Paschen series (Infrared).
$(C)$ $n=3$ to $n=5$ is an absorption process,not emission.
$(D)$ $n=4$ to $n=2$ is the Balmer series (Visible).
Therefore,the transition $n=5$ to $n=3$ results in infrared radiation.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The wave number of the first line in the Lyman series of a hydrogen atom is ($R$ is Rydberg's constant).
A
$\frac{3 R}{2}$
B
$\frac{3 R}{4}$
C
$2 R$
D
$\frac{R}{2}$

Solution

(B) The wave number $\bar{\nu}$ for a hydrogen atom is given by the Rydberg formula: $\bar{\nu} = R \left( \frac{1}{n_1^2} - \frac{1}{n_2^2} \right)$.
For the Lyman series,the transition occurs to the ground state,so $n_1 = 1$.
The first line of the Lyman series corresponds to the transition from the first excited state to the ground state,so $n_2 = 2$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$\bar{\nu} = R \left( \frac{1}{1^2} - \frac{1}{2^2} \right)$
$\bar{\nu} = R \left( 1 - \frac{1}{4} \right)$
$\bar{\nu} = R \left( \frac{3}{4} \right) = \frac{3 R}{4}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
For the wavelength of visible radiation of the hydrogen spectrum,Balmer gave an equation as $\lambda = \frac{(k m^2)}{(m^2 - 4)}$,where $m$ is an integer. The value of $k$ in terms of Rydberg's constant $R$ is
A
$\frac{R}{4}$
B
$\frac{4}{R}$
C
$R$
D
$4 R$

Solution

(B) The wavelength of visible radiation in the Balmer series is given by the Rydberg formula:
$\frac{1}{\lambda} = R \left( \frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{m^2} \right)$ for $m = 3, 4, 5, ...$
$\frac{1}{\lambda} = R \left( \frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{m^2} \right)$
$\frac{1}{\lambda} = R \left( \frac{m^2 - 4}{4 m^2} \right)$
Taking the reciprocal to find $\lambda$:
$\lambda = \frac{4 m^2}{R(m^2 - 4)}$
Comparing this with the given equation $\lambda = \frac{k m^2}{m^2 - 4}$,we get:
$k = \frac{4}{R}$
94
PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
Using Bohr's quantization,what is the rotational energy in the $2^{\text{nd}}$ orbit for a diatomic molecule? ($I$ = moment of inertia of a diatomic molecule,$h$ = Planck's constant)
A
$\frac{h^2}{2 I \pi^2}$
B
$\frac{h^2}{I \pi^2}$
C
$\frac{h}{2 \pi}$
D
$\frac{h}{2 I \pi^2}$

Solution

(A) According to Bohr's quantization condition,the angular momentum $L$ is given by $L = \frac{nh}{2\pi}$.
For the $2^{\text{nd}}$ orbit,$n = 2$,so $L = \frac{2h}{2\pi} = \frac{h}{\pi}$.
The rotational kinetic energy $E$ is given by $E = \frac{L^2}{2I}$.
Substituting the value of $L$,we get $E = \frac{(\frac{h}{\pi})^2}{2I} = \frac{h^2}{2I\pi^2}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
When an electron in a hydrogen atom jumps from the fourth Bohr orbit to the second Bohr orbit,we get the:
A
Second line of Paschen series
B
First line of Pfund series
C
Second line of Balmer series
D
First line of Balmer series

Solution

(C) The wavelength of a spectral line in the Balmer series is given by the Rydberg formula: $\frac{1}{\lambda} = R \left( \frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{n^2} \right)$,where $n = 3, 4, 5, \dots$ and $R$ is the Rydberg constant.
For the Balmer series,the transition to the $n=2$ orbit determines the line:
- For $n=3$ to $n=2$,we get the first line of the Balmer series.
- For $n=4$ to $n=2$,we get the second line of the Balmer series.
Therefore,the transition from the fourth orbit to the second orbit corresponds to the second line of the Balmer series.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
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
$2.5 \times 10^6 \, m^{-1}$
B
$0.255 \times 10^9 \, m^{-1}$
C
$250 \, m^{-1}$
D
$2.5 \times 10^5 \, m^{-1}$

Solution

(A) The wave number $\bar{\nu}$ is given by the Rydberg formula: $\bar{\nu} = \frac{1}{\lambda} = R \left( \frac{1}{n_1^2} - \frac{1}{n_2^2} \right)$.
For the Balmer series,the transition occurs to the $n_1 = 2$ energy level.
The last line of a spectral series corresponds to the transition from an infinite energy level,so $n_2 = \infty$.
Substituting the values: $\bar{\nu} = 10^7 \left( \frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{\infty^2} \right)$.
Since $\frac{1}{\infty} = 0$,we get: $\bar{\nu} = 10^7 \left( \frac{1}{4} - 0 \right) = 0.25 \times 10^7 \, m^{-1}$.
This can be written as: $\bar{\nu} = 2.5 \times 10^6 \, m^{-1}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
In hydrogen atoms, the radius of the smallest orbit of the electron is $a_0$. The radius of the third orbit is:
A
$\frac{a_0}{9}$
B
$3 a_0$
C
$6 a_0$
D
$9 a_0$

Solution

(D) Concept: Bohr orbit radius.
In Bohr's model, the radius of the $n^{th}$ orbit is given by the formula:
$r_n = a_0 \cdot \frac{n^2}{Z}$
For a hydrogen atom, the atomic number $Z = 1$.
Therefore, the radius of the $n^{th}$ orbit is $r_n = a_0 n^2$.
For the smallest orbit (ground state), $n = 1$, so $r_1 = a_0 (1)^2 = a_0$.
For the third orbit, $n = 3$, so the radius is:
$r_3 = a_0 (3)^2 = 9 a_0$.
Thus, the correct option is $D$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
An electron jumps from the $4^{\text{th}}$ orbit to the $2^{\text{nd}}$ orbit of a hydrogen atom. Given Rydberg's constant $R_{H}=10^7 \ m^{-1}$,calculate the frequency in $Hz$ of the emitted radiation. (Take $c=3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$)
A
$\frac{3}{16} \times 10^{15}$
B
$\frac{9}{16} \times 10^{15}$
C
$\frac{9}{16} \times 10^5$
D
$\frac{3}{16} \times 10^5$

Solution

(B) Concept: The wavelength $\lambda$ of electromagnetic radiation emitted is given by the Rydberg formula:
$\frac{1}{\lambda} = R_{H} \left( \frac{1}{n_1^2} - \frac{1}{n_2^2} \right) \quad \dots(1)$
The frequency $f$ of the emitted radiation is related to wavelength by:
$f = \frac{c}{\lambda} \quad \dots(2)$
Substituting equation $(1)$ into equation $(2)$,we get:
$f = c R_{H} \left( \frac{1}{n_1^2} - \frac{1}{n_2^2} \right)$
Given values: $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$,$R_{H} = 10^7 \ m^{-1}$,$n_1 = 2$,and $n_2 = 4$.
Substituting these values:
$f = (3 \times 10^8) \times 10^7 \times \left( \frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{4^2} \right)$
$f = 3 \times 10^{15} \times \left( \frac{1}{4} - \frac{1}{16} \right)$
$f = 3 \times 10^{15} \times \left( \frac{4-1}{16} \right)$
$f = 3 \times 10^{15} \times \frac{3}{16}$
$f = \frac{9}{16} \times 10^{15} \ Hz$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2022
The magnetic moment $(m_{orb})$ of a revolving electron around the nucleus varies with the principal quantum number $(n)$ as
A
$m_{orb} \propto n^2$
B
$m_{orb} \propto \frac{1}{n^2}$
C
$m_{orb} \propto \frac{1}{n}$
D
$m_{orb} \propto n$

Solution

(D) The orbital magnetic moment is defined as $m_{orb} = iA$,where $i = \frac{e}{T}$ is the current,$A = \pi r^2$ is the area,and $T$ is the time period of the electron's revolution.
Substituting $i$ and $A$,we get $m_{orb} = e \left( \frac{\pi r^2}{T} \right) \dots (1)$.
According to Bohr's quantization condition for angular momentum,$mvr = \frac{nh}{2\pi} \dots (2)$.
Also,the time period $T$ is related to velocity $v$ and radius $r$ by $T = \frac{2\pi r}{v}$,which implies $\frac{r}{T} = \frac{v}{2\pi}$.
Substituting this into the expression for $m_{orb}$,we get $m_{orb} = e \pi r \left( \frac{r}{T} \right) = e \pi r \left( \frac{v}{2\pi} \right) = \frac{evr}{2}$.
From equation $(2)$,$vr = \frac{nh}{2\pi m}$.
Substituting this into the expression for $m_{orb}$,we get $m_{orb} = \frac{e}{2} \left( \frac{nh}{2\pi m} \right) = n \left( \frac{eh}{4\pi m} \right)$.
Since $e, h, \pi,$ and $m$ are constants,we conclude that $m_{orb} \propto n$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2022
The kinetic energy of the electron in an orbit of radius $r$ in a hydrogen atom is proportional to ($e=$ electronic charge).
A
$\frac{e^2}{4 r}$
B
$\frac{e^2}{2 r}$
C
$\frac{e^2}{r}$
D
$\frac{e^2}{2 r^2}$

Solution

(B) In a hydrogen atom,the electrostatic force provides the necessary centripetal force for the electron to move in a circular orbit of radius $r$:
$\frac{m v^2}{r} = \frac{e^2}{r^2}$
Multiplying both sides by $\frac{r}{2}$,we get:
$\frac{1}{2} m v^2 = \frac{e^2}{2 r}$
Since the kinetic energy $K$ is defined as $\frac{1}{2} m v^2$,we have:
$K = \frac{e^2}{2 r}$
Therefore,the kinetic energy is proportional to $\frac{e^2}{2 r}$.

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