MHT CET 2024 Physics Question Paper with Answer and Solution

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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The internal energy of a gas will increase when it
A
expands adiabatically.
B
is compressed adiabatically.
C
expands isothermally.
D
is compressed isothermally.

Solution

(B) According to the first law of thermodynamics,$\Delta Q = \Delta U + \Delta W$.
In an adiabatic process,the heat exchange $\Delta Q = 0$.
Therefore,$0 = \Delta U + \Delta W$,which implies $\Delta U = -\Delta W$.
When a gas is compressed,work is done on the gas,so $\Delta W$ is negative.
Substituting this into the equation,$\Delta U = -(\text{negative value})$,which results in a positive $\Delta U$.
$A$ positive change in internal energy $(\Delta U > 0)$ means the internal energy of the gas increases.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ lead bullet moving with velocity $V$ strikes a wall and stops. If $75 \%$ of its energy is converted into heat,then the increase in temperature is ($s=$ specific heat of lead,$J=$ mechanical equivalent of heat).
A
$\frac{3 V^2}{8 Js}$
B
$\frac{5 V^2}{8 Js}$
C
$\frac{3 V^2}{4 Js}$
D
$\frac{5 V^2}{4 Js}$

Solution

(A) The initial kinetic energy of the bullet is $K.E. = \frac{1}{2} MV^2$.
Given that $75 \%$ of this energy is converted into heat,the heat energy produced is $Q = 0.75 \times K.E. = \frac{3}{4} \times \frac{1}{2} MV^2 = \frac{3}{8} MV^2$.
The heat energy required to raise the temperature of the bullet by $\Delta T$ is given by $H = M s \Delta T$.
Using the mechanical equivalent of heat $J$,the relationship between heat energy in Joules $(W)$ and calories $(Q)$ is $W = JQ$.
Here,the work done (energy converted) is $W = \frac{3}{8} MV^2$ and the heat absorbed is $Q = M s \Delta T$.
Thus,$\frac{3}{8} MV^2 = J (M s \Delta T)$.
Solving for the increase in temperature $\Delta T$:
$\Delta T = \frac{3 MV^2}{8 J M s} = \frac{3 V^2}{8 Js}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
In a thermodynamic system,$\Delta U$ represents the increase in internal energy and $W$ represents the work done by the system. Which of the following statements is true?
A
$\Delta U = -W$ in an adiabatic process.
B
$\Delta U = W$ in an isothermal process.
C
$\Delta U = -W$ in an isothermal process.
D
$\Delta U = W$ in an adiabatic process.

Solution

(A) According to the first law of thermodynamics,the change in internal energy $\Delta U$ is given by $\Delta Q = \Delta U + W$,where $\Delta Q$ is the heat supplied to the system and $W$ is the work done by the system.
For an adiabatic process,there is no exchange of heat with the surroundings,so $\Delta Q = 0$.
Substituting this into the first law equation: $0 = \Delta U + W$.
Therefore,$\Delta U = -W$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The internal energy of an ideal diatomic gas corresponding to volume $V$ and pressure $P$ is $2.5 PV$. The gas expands from $1 \text{ litre}$ to $2 \text{ litre}$ at a constant pressure of $10^5 \text{ N/m}^2$. The heat supplied to the gas is: (in $\text{ J}$)
A
$350$
B
$300$
C
$250$
D
$200$

Solution

(A) The internal energy of the gas is given by $U = 2.5 PV$.
The change in internal energy is $\Delta U = U_f - U_i = 2.5 P(V_f - V_i)$.
Given $P = 10^5 \text{ N/m}^2$, $V_i = 1 \text{ litre} = 10^{-3} \text{ m}^3$, and $V_f = 2 \text{ litre} = 2 \times 10^{-3} \text{ m}^3$.
$\Delta U = 2.5 \times 10^5 \times (2 \times 10^{-3} - 1 \times 10^{-3}) = 2.5 \times 10^5 \times 10^{-3} = 250 \text{ J}$.
The work done by the gas at constant pressure is $W = P \Delta V = 10^5 \times (2 \times 10^{-3} - 1 \times 10^{-3}) = 10^5 \times 10^{-3} = 100 \text{ J}$.
According to the first law of thermodynamics, the heat supplied is $Q = \Delta U + W$.
$Q = 250 \text{ J} + 100 \text{ J} = 350 \text{ J}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
When a system is taken from state $a$ to state $c$ along a path $abc$,it is found that $Q = 80 \ cal$ and $W = 35 \ cal$. Along path $adc$,$Q = 65 \ cal$. The work done $W$ along path $adc$ is: (in $cal$)
Question diagram
A
$20$
B
$45$
C
$35$
D
$65$

Solution

(A) According to the first law of thermodynamics,the change in internal energy $\Delta U$ is a state function and depends only on the initial and final states,not on the path taken.
For both paths $abc$ and $adc$,the initial state is $a$ and the final state is $c$,so $\Delta U$ remains the same.
For path $abc$:
$\Delta U = Q_{abc} - W_{abc} = 80 \ cal - 35 \ cal = 45 \ cal$.
For path $adc$:
Since $\Delta U$ is the same,$\Delta U = 45 \ cal$.
Given $Q_{adc} = 65 \ cal$,we use the first law of thermodynamics again:
$\Delta U = Q_{adc} - W_{adc}$
$45 \ cal = 65 \ cal - W_{adc}$
$W_{adc} = 65 \ cal - 45 \ cal = 20 \ cal$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
An ideal diatomic gas is heated at constant pressure. What is the fraction of total energy applied,which increases the internal energy of the gas?
A
$\frac{2}{5}$
B
$\frac{5}{7}$
C
$\frac{3}{7}$
D
$\frac{3}{5}$

Solution

(B) The fraction of heat energy used to increase the internal energy of the gas is given by the ratio of the change in internal energy $(\Delta U)$ to the total heat supplied $(\Delta Q)$:
$\frac{\Delta U}{\Delta Q} = \frac{n C_v \Delta T}{n C_p \Delta T} = \frac{C_v}{C_p} = \frac{1}{\gamma}$
For an ideal diatomic gas,the adiabatic index $\gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v} = \frac{7}{5}$.
Therefore,the fraction of energy used to increase internal energy is:
$\frac{\Delta U}{\Delta Q} = \frac{1}{7/5} = \frac{5}{7}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ diatomic ideal gas is used in a Carnot engine as a working substance. If during the adiabatic expansion part of the cycle,the volume of the gas increases from $V$ to $32V$,the efficiency of the engine is:
A
$0.25$
B
$0.5$
C
$0.75$
D
$0.9$

Solution

(C) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between temperature $T$ and volume $V$ is given by $TV^{\gamma-1} = \text{constant}$.
Thus,$T_H V_1^{\gamma-1} = T_C V_2^{\gamma-1}$,where $T_H$ is the source temperature and $T_C$ is the sink temperature.
Given that the gas is diatomic,the adiabatic index $\gamma = 1.4$.
The volume changes from $V_1 = V$ to $V_2 = 32V$.
Substituting these values:
$\frac{T_C}{T_H} = \left(\frac{V_1}{V_2}\right)^{\gamma-1} = \left(\frac{V}{32V}\right)^{1.4-1} = \left(\frac{1}{32}\right)^{0.4}$.
Since $32 = 2^5$,we have $\left(\frac{1}{2^5}\right)^{0.4} = \left(\frac{1}{2^5}\right)^{2/5} = \left(\frac{1}{2}\right)^2 = \frac{1}{4} = 0.25$.
The efficiency of the Carnot engine is $\eta = 1 - \frac{T_C}{T_H}$.
$\eta = 1 - 0.25 = 0.75$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ Carnot engine,whose efficiency is $40 \%$,takes heat from a source maintained at a temperature of $600 \ K$. If it is desired to have an efficiency of $60 \%$,then the intake temperature for the same exhaust (sink) temperature should be: (in $K$)
A
$1800$
B
$1200$
C
$900$
D
$600$

Solution

(C) For a Carnot engine,the efficiency $\eta$ is given by $\eta = 1 - \frac{T_L}{T_H}$,where $T_L$ is the sink temperature and $T_H$ is the source temperature.
Given $\eta_1 = 40 \% = 0.4$ and $T_{H1} = 600 \ K$:
$0.4 = 1 - \frac{T_L}{600}$
$\frac{T_L}{600} = 1 - 0.4 = 0.6$
$T_L = 0.6 \times 600 = 360 \ K$.
Now,for the desired efficiency $\eta_2 = 60 \% = 0.6$ with the same sink temperature $T_L = 360 \ K$:
$0.6 = 1 - \frac{360}{T_{H2}}$
$\frac{360}{T_{H2}} = 1 - 0.6 = 0.4$
$T_{H2} = \frac{360}{0.4} = 900 \ K$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ Carnot cycle operating between $T_H = 600 \ K$ and $T_C = 300 \ K$ produces $1.5 \ kJ$ of mechanical work per cycle. The heat transferred to the engine by the reservoir is: (in $kJ$)
A
$2.5$
B
$3.0$
C
$3.5$
D
$4.0$

Solution

(B) The efficiency $(\eta)$ of a Carnot engine is given by the formula: $\eta = 1 - \frac{T_C}{T_H}$.
Substituting the given values $T_H = 600 \ K$ and $T_C = 300 \ K$:
$\eta = 1 - \frac{300}{600} = 1 - 0.5 = 0.5$.
Efficiency is also defined as the ratio of work done $(W)$ to the heat absorbed from the source $(Q)$:
$\eta = \frac{W}{Q}$.
Given $W = 1.5 \ kJ$,we can solve for $Q$:
$0.5 = \frac{1.5}{Q}$.
$Q = \frac{1.5}{0.5} = 3.0 \ kJ$.
Therefore,the heat transferred to the engine is $3.0 \ kJ$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2024
Two cylinders $A$ and $B$ fitted with pistons contain an equal amount of an ideal diatomic gas at temperature $T$ $K$. The piston of cylinder $A$ is free to move,while that of $B$ is held fixed. The same amount of heat is given to the gas in each cylinder. If the rise in temperature of the gas in $A$ is $dT_{A}$,then the rise in temperature of the gas in cylinder $B$ is (where $\gamma = \frac{C_{P}}{C_{V}}$):
A
$2 dT_{A}$
B
$\frac{dT_{A}}{2}$
C
$\gamma dT_{A}$
D
$\frac{dT_{A}}{\gamma}$

Solution

(C) In cylinder $A$,the piston is free to move,so the gas expands at constant pressure. The heat supplied is $Q_{A} = n C_{P} dT_{A}$.
In cylinder $B$,the piston is fixed,so the gas is heated at constant volume. The heat supplied is $Q_{B} = n C_{V} dT_{B}$.
Given that the same amount of heat is supplied to both cylinders,$Q_{A} = Q_{B}$.
Therefore,$n C_{P} dT_{A} = n C_{V} dT_{B}$.
Rearranging for $dT_{B}$,we get $dT_{B} = \frac{C_{P}}{C_{V}} dT_{A}$.
Since $\gamma = \frac{C_{P}}{C_{V}}$,the rise in temperature in cylinder $B$ is $dT_{B} = \gamma dT_{A}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ heat engine operating between temperatures $T_1$ and $T_2$ has an efficiency of $\frac{1}{6}$. When $T_2$ is lowered by $62 \ K$,its efficiency increases to $\frac{1}{3}$. Then $T_1$ and $T_2$ respectively are:
A
$372 \ K, 310 \ K$
B
$372 \ K, 330 \ K$
C
$330 \ K, 268 \ K$
D
$310 \ K, 248 \ K$

Solution

(A) The efficiency of a Carnot engine is given by $\eta = 1 - \frac{T_2}{T_1}$.
Given $\eta_1 = \frac{1}{6}$,we have $\frac{1}{6} = 1 - \frac{T_2}{T_1}$,which implies $\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \frac{5}{6}$,or $T_2 = \frac{5}{6} T_1$ (Equation $i$).
When $T_2$ is lowered by $62 \ K$,the new temperature is $(T_2 - 62) \ K$. The new efficiency is $\eta_2 = \frac{1}{3}$.
Thus,$\frac{1}{3} = 1 - \frac{T_2 - 62}{T_1}$.
Rearranging gives $\frac{T_2 - 62}{T_1} = 1 - \frac{1}{3} = \frac{2}{3}$.
Substituting $T_2 = \frac{5}{6} T_1$ into this equation:
$\frac{\frac{5}{6} T_1 - 62}{T_1} = \frac{2}{3}$.
$\frac{5}{6} - \frac{62}{T_1} = \frac{2}{3}$.
$\frac{62}{T_1} = \frac{5}{6} - \frac{2}{3} = \frac{5-4}{6} = \frac{1}{6}$.
Therefore,$T_1 = 62 \times 6 = 372 \ K$.
Now,$T_2 = \frac{5}{6} \times 372 = 310 \ K$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
If heat energy $\Delta Q$ is supplied to an ideal diatomic gas,the increase in internal energy is $\Delta U$ and the amount of work done by the gas is $\Delta W$. The ratio $\Delta W: \Delta U: \Delta Q$ is
A
$2: 3: 5$
B
$2: 5: 7$
C
$7: 5: 9$
D
$1: 2: 5$

Solution

(B) For an ideal gas,the first law of thermodynamics is $\Delta Q = \Delta U + \Delta W$.
For a diatomic gas,the degrees of freedom $f = 5$.
The internal energy change is $\Delta U = \frac{f}{2} nR \Delta T = \frac{5}{2} nR \Delta T$.
The work done by the gas at constant pressure is $\Delta W = nR \Delta T$.
Using the relation $\Delta Q = n C_p \Delta T$,where $C_p = \frac{f+2}{2} R = \frac{7}{2} R$,we get $\Delta Q = \frac{7}{2} nR \Delta T$.
Now,the ratio $\Delta W : \Delta U : \Delta Q$ is:
$\Delta W : \Delta U : \Delta Q = (nR \Delta T) : (\frac{5}{2} nR \Delta T) : (\frac{7}{2} nR \Delta T)$.
Dividing by $nR \Delta T$,we get $1 : \frac{5}{2} : \frac{7}{2}$.
Multiplying by $2$,we obtain $2 : 5 : 7$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The first operation involved in a Carnot cycle is
A
isothermal expansion.
B
adiabatic expansion.
C
isothermal compression.
D
adiabatic compression.

Solution

(A) The Carnot cycle consists of four reversible processes:
$1$. Isothermal expansion: The gas expands at a constant high temperature $T_H$ by absorbing heat $Q_H$ from the source.
$2$. Adiabatic expansion: The gas expands further without any heat exchange,and its temperature drops to $T_L$.
$3$. Isothermal compression: The gas is compressed at a constant low temperature $T_L$ while rejecting heat $Q_L$ to the sink.
$4$. Adiabatic compression: The gas is compressed back to its initial state without heat exchange,and its temperature rises back to $T_H$.
Therefore,the first operation is isothermal expansion.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
One mole of an ideal gas at an initial temperature of $T$ $K$ does $6R$ of work adiabatically. If the ratio of specific heats of this gas at constant pressure and at constant volume is $5/3$,the final temperature of the gas will be $(R=8.31 \ J \ mole^{-1} \ K^{-1})$.
A
$(T+4.2) \ K$
B
$(T-4.2) \ K$
C
$(T+4) \ K$
D
$(T-4) \ K$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the work done by the gas is given by the formula:
$W = \frac{nR(T_i - T_f)}{\gamma - 1}$
Given:
Number of moles $n = 1$
Work done $W = 6R$
Initial temperature $T_i = T$
Ratio of specific heats $\gamma = 5/3$
Substituting these values into the formula:
$6R = \frac{1 \cdot R(T - T_f)}{(5/3) - 1}$
$6R = \frac{R(T - T_f)}{2/3}$
$6R = \frac{3R(T - T_f)}{2}$
Dividing both sides by $R$:
$6 = \frac{3(T - T_f)}{2}$
$12 = 3(T - T_f)$
$4 = T - T_f$
$T_f = T - 4$
Therefore,the final temperature of the gas is $(T - 4) \ K$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
The $P-V$ graph of an ideal gas cycle is shown. The adiabatic process is described by the region
Question diagram
A
$AB$ and $BC$
B
$AB$ and $CD$
C
$AD$ and $BC$
D
$BC$ and $CD$

Solution

(C) In a $P-V$ diagram,the slope of an adiabatic process is given by $\frac{dP}{dV} = -\gamma \frac{P}{V}$,while the slope of an isothermal process is given by $\frac{dP}{dV} = -\frac{P}{V}$.
Since the adiabatic index $\gamma > 1$,the adiabatic curve is steeper than the isothermal curve.
Looking at the provided $P-V$ graph,the segments $AD$ and $BC$ exhibit a steeper slope compared to the segments $AB$ and $CD$.
Therefore,the adiabatic processes are represented by the regions $AD$ and $BC$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ sample of oxygen gas and a sample of hydrogen gas both have the same mass,same volume,and the same pressure. The ratio of their absolute temperatures is (Molecular weights of $O_2$ and $H_2$ are $32$ and $2$ respectively).
A
$1: 4$
B
$1: 8$
C
$16: 1$
D
$12: 1$

Solution

(C) The ideal gas equation is given by $PV = nRT$,where $n = \frac{m}{M}$.
For oxygen $(O_2)$: $PV = \frac{m}{M_{O_2}} RT_{O_2}$ --- $(i)$
For hydrogen $(H_2)$: $PV = \frac{m}{M_{H_2}} RT_{H_2}$ --- $(ii)$
Since $P$,$V$,and $m$ are the same for both gases,we equate the two expressions:
$\frac{m}{M_{O_2}} RT_{O_2} = \frac{m}{M_{H_2}} RT_{H_2}$
$\frac{T_{O_2}}{M_{O_2}} = \frac{T_{H_2}}{M_{H_2}}$
$\frac{T_{O_2}}{T_{H_2}} = \frac{M_{O_2}}{M_{H_2}}$
Given $M_{O_2} = 32$ and $M_{H_2} = 2$:
$\frac{T_{O_2}}{T_{H_2}} = \frac{32}{2} = \frac{16}{1}$
Therefore,the ratio of their absolute temperatures is $16: 1$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
In an isobaric process,
A
pressure is constant.
B
volume is constant.
C
temperature is constant.
D
internal energy is constant.

Solution

(A) In an isobaric process,the pressure of the system remains constant throughout the thermodynamic process. By definition,'iso' means same and 'baric' refers to pressure.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
There are two samples $A$ and $B$ of a certain gas,which are initially at the same temperature and pressure. Both are compressed from volume $V$ to $\frac{V}{2}$. Sample $A$ is compressed isothermally while sample $B$ is compressed adiabatically. The final pressure of $A$ is
A
twice that of $B$.
B
equal to that of $B$.
C
more than that of $B$.
D
less than that of $B$.

Solution

(D) For an isothermal process,$P_1 V_1 = P_2 V_2$. Given $V_2 = \frac{V_1}{2}$,we have $P_{2,iso} = P_1 \left( \frac{V_1}{V_1/2} \right) = 2 P_1$.
For an adiabatic process,$P_1 V_1^\gamma = P_2 V_2^\gamma$. We have $P_{2,adia} = P_1 \left( \frac{V_1}{V_1/2} \right)^\gamma = 2^\gamma P_1$.
Since for any gas $\gamma > 1$,it follows that $2^\gamma > 2$.
Therefore,$P_{2,adia} > P_{2,iso}$.
This means the final pressure of sample $A$ (isothermal) is less than the final pressure of sample $B$ (adiabatic).
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
The specific heat of argon at constant pressure and constant volume are $C_p$ and $C_v$ respectively. Its density $\rho$ at $N.T.P.$ will be: [Where $P$ and $T$ are pressure and temperature respectively at $N.T.P.$]
A
$\frac{P}{T(C_p-C_v)}$
B
$\frac{PT}{(C_p-C_v)}$
C
$\frac{T(C_p-C_v)}{P}$
D
$\frac{(C_p-C_v)}{PT}$

Solution

(A) For an ideal gas,the relation between molar specific heats is $C_p - C_v = R$,where $R$ is the universal gas constant.
Since $C_p$ and $C_v$ are given as specific heats (per unit mass),we use the relation $C_p - C_v = \frac{R}{M}$,where $M$ is the molar mass of the gas.
Thus,$R = M(C_p - C_v)$.
The ideal gas equation is $PV = nRT$,where $n = \frac{m}{M}$ is the number of moles.
Substituting $n$ and $R$ into the equation: $PV = \frac{m}{M} \cdot M(C_p - C_v) \cdot T$.
Simplifying,we get $PV = m(C_p - C_v)T$.
Since density $\rho = \frac{m}{V}$,we can rewrite the equation as $P = \frac{m}{V}(C_p - C_v)T$.
Therefore,$\rho = \frac{P}{(C_p - C_v)T}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ diatomic gas undergoes adiabatic change. Its pressure $P$ and temperature $T$ are related as $P \propto T^{x}$ where the value of $x$ is
A
$3.5$
B
$2.5$
C
$4.5$
D
$3$

Solution

(A) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between pressure $P$ and temperature $T$ is given by $T^{\gamma} P^{1-\gamma} = \text{constant}$,which can be rewritten as $P \propto T^{\frac{\gamma}{\gamma-1}}$.
For a diatomic gas,the adiabatic index $\gamma = \frac{7}{5} = 1.4$.
Substituting the value of $\gamma$ into the exponent $x = \frac{\gamma}{\gamma-1}$:
$x = \frac{1.4}{1.4-1} = \frac{1.4}{0.4} = \frac{14}{4} = 3.5$.
Thus,$P \propto T^{3.5}$,so the value of $x$ is $3.5$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ gas expands in such a way that its pressure and volume satisfy the condition $PV^2 = \text{constant}$. Then the temperature of the gas
A
will decrease.
B
will increase.
C
will not change.
D
may increase or decrease depending upon the values of pressure and volume.

Solution

(A) The ideal gas equation is given by $PV = nRT$.
From this, we can write $P = \frac{nRT}{V}$.
Given the condition for the process is $PV^2 = \text{constant}$.
Substituting the expression for $P$ into the given condition:
$\left(\frac{nRT}{V}\right) V^2 = \text{constant}$
$nRT V = \text{constant}$
Since $n$ and $R$ are constants, we get $TV = \text{constant}$, which implies $T \propto \frac{1}{V}$.
As the gas expands, the volume $V$ increases.
Since $T$ is inversely proportional to $V$, an increase in volume leads to a decrease in the temperature of the gas.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
In an isobaric process of an ideal gas,the ratio of work done by the system to the heat supplied $\left(\frac{W}{Q}\right)$ is
A
$\frac{1}{\gamma-1}$
B
$\gamma$
C
$\frac{\gamma}{\gamma-1}$
D
$\frac{\gamma-1}{\gamma}$

Solution

(D) For an isobaric process,the heat supplied is given by $\Delta Q = nC_p \Delta T$.
According to the first law of thermodynamics,$\Delta Q = \Delta U + W$,where $\Delta U = nC_v \Delta T$ is the change in internal energy and $W$ is the work done.
Thus,$W = \Delta Q - \Delta U = nC_p \Delta T - nC_v \Delta T = n(C_p - C_v) \Delta T$.
Taking the ratio $\frac{W}{\Delta Q}$,we get:
$\frac{W}{\Delta Q} = \frac{n(C_p - C_v) \Delta T}{nC_p \Delta T} = \frac{C_p - C_v}{C_p} = 1 - \frac{C_v}{C_p}$.
Since $\gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v}$,we have $\frac{C_v}{C_p} = \frac{1}{\gamma}$.
Therefore,$\frac{W}{\Delta Q} = 1 - \frac{1}{\gamma} = \frac{\gamma - 1}{\gamma}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The change in the internal energy of a mass of gas,when the volume changes from $V$ to $2V$ at constant pressure $P$,is (where $\gamma$ is the ratio of specific heat of gas at constant pressure to specific heat at constant volume):
A
$\frac{PV}{\gamma-1}$
B
$\frac{PV}{\gamma+1}$
C
$\frac{\gamma-1}{PV}$
D
$\frac{\gamma+1}{PV}$

Solution

(A) The change in internal energy is given by the formula: $\Delta U = n C_v \Delta T$ ... $(i)$
Given that $\frac{C_P}{C_v} = \gamma$ and $C_P - C_v = R$,we can write $C_v = \frac{R}{\gamma - 1}$.
Substituting this into equation $(i)$,we get: $\Delta U = n \left( \frac{R}{\gamma - 1} \right) \Delta T$.
Since the pressure $P$ is constant,we use the ideal gas law $PV = nRT$,which implies $P \Delta V = nR \Delta T$.
Substituting $P \Delta V$ for $nR \Delta T$ in the expression for $\Delta U$,we get: $\Delta U = \frac{P \Delta V}{\gamma - 1}$.
Given that the volume changes from $V$ to $2V$,$\Delta V = 2V - V = V$.
Therefore,$\Delta U = \frac{PV}{\gamma - 1}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
For an ideal gas,in an isobaric process,the ratio of heat supplied '$Q$' to the work done '$W$' by the system is ($\gamma = $ ratio of specific heat at constant pressure to that at constant volume).
A
$\frac{1}{\gamma}$
B
$\frac{1}{\gamma-1}$
C
$\frac{\gamma}{\gamma-1}$
D
$\frac{\gamma-1}{\gamma}$

Solution

(C) For an isobaric process,the heat supplied is given by $Q = n C_p \Delta T$.
The work done by the system is given by $W = P \Delta V = n R \Delta T$.
The ratio of heat supplied to work done is $\frac{Q}{W} = \frac{n C_p \Delta T}{n R \Delta T} = \frac{C_p}{R}$.
We know that for an ideal gas,the molar specific heat at constant pressure is $C_p = \frac{R \gamma}{\gamma - 1}$.
Substituting this into the ratio,we get $\frac{Q}{W} = \frac{R \gamma / (\gamma - 1)}{R} = \frac{\gamma}{\gamma - 1}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ gas is contained in a closed vessel. The initial temperature of the gas is $100^{\circ} C$. If the pressure of the gas is increased by $4 \%$,what is the increase in the temperature of the gas (in $^{\circ} C$)?
A
$4$
B
$14.92$
C
$15.92$
D
$10.92$

Solution

(B) Given: Initial temperature $T_1 = 100^{\circ} C = 373 \ K$. The volume is constant in a closed vessel. According to Gay-Lussac's Law,for a fixed mass of gas at constant volume,$P \propto T$.
Therefore,$\frac{P_2}{P_1} = \frac{T_2}{T_1}$.
Given that the pressure increases by $4 \%$,$P_2 = P_1 + 0.04 P_1 = 1.04 P_1$.
Substituting this into the ratio: $\frac{T_2}{T_1} = 1.04$.
$T_2 = 1.04 \times 373 \ K = 387.92 \ K$.
The increase in temperature $\Delta T = T_2 - T_1 = 387.92 \ K - 373 \ K = 14.92 \ K$.
Since a change in temperature in Kelvin is equal to a change in temperature in Celsius,$\Delta T = 14.92^{\circ} C$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
In an isobaric process of an ideal gas, the ratio of work done by the system $(W)$ during the expansion and the heat exchanged $(Q)$ is $(\gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v})$
A
$\gamma$
B
$\gamma-1$
C
$\frac{\gamma}{\gamma-1}$
D
$\frac{\gamma-1}{\gamma}$

Solution

(D) In an isobaric process, the pressure remains constant.
Heat exchanged is given by $Q = n C_p \Delta T$.
Work done by the system is given by $W = P \Delta V = n R \Delta T$.
Using Mayer's relation, $R = C_p - C_v$.
Therefore, $W = n(C_p - C_v) \Delta T$.
The ratio of work done to heat exchanged is $\frac{W}{Q} = \frac{n(C_p - C_v) \Delta T}{n C_p \Delta T} = \frac{C_p - C_v}{C_p} = 1 - \frac{C_v}{C_p}$.
Since $\gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v}$, we have $\frac{C_v}{C_p} = \frac{1}{\gamma}$.
Thus, $\frac{W}{Q} = 1 - \frac{1}{\gamma} = \frac{\gamma - 1}{\gamma}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The $P-V$ diagrams for a particular gas undergoing different thermodynamic processes are given below. Identify the correct statement.
Question diagram
A
Figure $(a)$ and $(b)$ show isobaric curve and isothermal curve respectively.
B
Figure $(a)$ and $(c)$ show isothermal curve and isochoric curve respectively.
C
Figure $(b)$ and $(c)$ show isobaric curve and isochoric curve respectively.
D
Figure $(a)$ and $(c)$ show isothermal curve and isobaric curve respectively.

Solution

(D) From the ideal gas equation, $PV = nRT$.
$1$. Figure $(a)$ represents a rectangular hyperbola, which is the characteristic shape of an isothermal process where $T$ is constant, so $PV = \text{constant}$.
$2$. Figure $(b)$ shows a vertical line where volume $V$ is constant as pressure $P$ changes. This represents an isochoric (or isometric) process.
$3$. Figure $(c)$ shows a horizontal line where pressure $P$ is constant as volume $V$ changes. This represents an isobaric process.
Comparing these with the options, Figure $(a)$ is isothermal, Figure $(b)$ is isochoric, and Figure $(c)$ is isobaric. Therefore, option $(D)$ is correct as it identifies $(a)$ as isothermal and $(c)$ as isobaric.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
Initial pressure and volume of a gas are $P$ and $V$ respectively. First,its volume is expanded to $4V$ by an isothermal process,and then its volume is reduced to $V$ by an adiabatic process. Find its final pressure if $\gamma = \frac{3}{2}$.
A
$P$
B
$2P$
C
$3P$
D
$4P$

Solution

(B) Step $1$: Isothermal expansion from $V$ to $4V$.
For an isothermal process,$P_1 V_1 = P_2 V_2$.
Given $P_1 = P$,$V_1 = V$,and $V_2 = 4V$.
$P \times V = P_2 \times 4V$
$P_2 = \frac{P}{4}$.
Step $2$: Adiabatic compression from $4V$ to $V$.
For an adiabatic process,$P_2 V_2^\gamma = P_3 V_3^\gamma$.
Given $P_2 = \frac{P}{4}$,$V_2 = 4V$,$V_3 = V$,and $\gamma = \frac{3}{2}$.
$\frac{P}{4} \times (4V)^{3/2} = P_3 \times V^{3/2}$
$P_3 = \frac{P}{4} \times \frac{(4V)^{3/2}}{V^{3/2}}$
$P_3 = \frac{P}{4} \times 4^{3/2}$
$P_3 = \frac{P}{4} \times (2^2)^{3/2} = \frac{P}{4} \times 2^3 = \frac{P}{4} \times 8$
$P_3 = 2P$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
Which of the following graphs between pressure $(P)$ and volume $(V)$ correctly shows an isochoric process?
Question diagram
A
Graph $(A)$
B
Graph $(B)$
C
Graph $(C)$
D
Graph $(D)$

Solution

$(B)$ An isochoric process is a thermodynamic process in which the volume of the system remains constant $(V = \text{constant})$.
In a pressure-volume $(P-V)$ diagram, a constant volume process is represented by a vertical line, as the volume does not change while the pressure varies.
Looking at the given options, Graph $(B)$ shows a vertical line parallel to the pressure axis, indicating that the volume $V$ is constant for all values of pressure $P$.
Therefore, Graph $(B)$ correctly represents an isochoric process.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2024
In an adiabatic process for an ideal gas,the relation between the universal gas constant '$R$' and specific heat at constant volume '$C_v$' is $R = 0.4 C_v$. The pressure '$P$' of the gas is proportional to the temperature '$T$' of the gas as $T^K$. The value of constant '$K$' is
A
$7/2$
B
$7/3$
C
$5$
D
$2/7$

Solution

(A) For an adiabatic process,the relation between pressure $P$ and temperature $T$ is given by $P^{1-\gamma} T^{\gamma} = \text{constant}$,which can be rewritten as $P \propto T^{\frac{\gamma}{\gamma-1}}$.
Given $P \propto T^K$,we have $K = \frac{\gamma}{\gamma-1}$.
We know that $C_p = C_v + R$. Given $R = 0.4 C_v$,we have $C_p = C_v + 0.4 C_v = 1.4 C_v$.
The adiabatic index $\gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v} = \frac{1.4 C_v}{C_v} = 1.4 = \frac{14}{10} = \frac{7}{5}$.
Substituting $\gamma = 7/5$ into the expression for $K$:
$K = \frac{7/5}{(7/5) - 1} = \frac{7/5}{2/5} = \frac{7}{2}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
Two vessels separately contain two ideal gases $A$ and $B$ at the same temperature. The pressure of $A$ is twice that of $B$. Under these conditions,the density of $A$ is found to be $1.5$ times the density of $B$. The ratio of the molecular weights of $A$ and $B$ is:
A
$1: 2$
B
$2: 3$
C
$3: 4$
D
$2: 1$

Solution

(C) For an ideal gas,the equation of state is $PV = nRT$. Since $n = \frac{m}{M}$,we have $PV = \frac{m}{M}RT$.
Rearranging this,we get $P = \frac{m}{V} \cdot \frac{RT}{M} = \rho \frac{RT}{M}$,where $\rho$ is the density and $M$ is the molecular weight.
Thus,$M = \frac{\rho RT}{P}$.
Since the temperature $T$ is the same for both gases,we have:
$\frac{M_A}{M_B} = \frac{\rho_A}{\rho_B} \times \frac{P_B}{P_A}$
Given that $P_A = 2P_B$ and $\rho_A = 1.5\rho_B = \frac{3}{2}\rho_B$,we substitute these values:
$\frac{M_A}{M_B} = \frac{1.5\rho_B}{\rho_B} \times \frac{P_B}{2P_B} = 1.5 \times \frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{2} \times \frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{4}$
Therefore,the ratio of the molecular weights of $A$ and $B$ is $3: 4$.
Solution diagram
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
Two gases $A$ and $B$ have the same initial state $(P, V, n, T)$. Gas $A$ is compressed to $V/8$ by an isothermal process,and gas $B$ is compressed to $V/8$ by an adiabatic process. The ratio of the final pressure of gas $A$ to that of gas $B$ is (Both gases are monoatomic,$\gamma = 5/3$).
A
$1/8$
B
$1/4$
C
$1/64$
D
$1/12$

Solution

(B) For isothermal process (gas $A$): $P_i V_i = P_f V_f$. Given $V_f = V_i/8$,so $P_i V_i = P_A (V_i/8) \implies P_A = 8 P_i$.
For adiabatic process (gas $B$): $P_i V_i^\gamma = P_f V_f^\gamma$. Given $V_f = V_i/8$ and $\gamma = 5/3$,so $P_i V_i^{5/3} = P_B (V_i/8)^{5/3}$.
$P_B = P_i (8)^{5/3} = P_i (2^3)^{5/3} = P_i (2^5) = 32 P_i$.
The ratio of final pressure of gas $A$ to gas $B$ is $P_A / P_B = (8 P_i) / (32 P_i) = 8/32 = 1/4$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
The $p-V$ diagram for a fixed mass of an ideal gas undergoing a cyclic process is as shown in the figure. $AB$ represents an isothermal process, $BC$ represents an isobaric process, and $CA$ represents an adiabatic process. Which one of the following graphs represents the $p-T$ diagram of this cyclic process?
Question diagram
A
$(G)$
B
$(H)$
C
$(F)$
D
$(E)$

Solution

(A) $1$. Process $AB$ is isothermal $(T = \text{constant})$. In a $p-T$ diagram, this is represented by a vertical line where $p$ changes while $T$ remains constant.
$2$. Process $BC$ is isobaric $(p = \text{constant})$. In a $p-T$ diagram, this is represented by a horizontal line where $T$ changes while $p$ remains constant.
$3$. Process $CA$ is adiabatic $(pV^{\gamma} = \text{constant})$. Using the ideal gas law $pV = nRT$, we have $p(T/p)^{\gamma} = \text{constant}$, which implies $p^{1-\gamma}T^{\gamma} = \text{constant}$, or $p \propto T^{\gamma/(\gamma-1)}$. Since $\gamma > 1$, this curve is non-linear.
$4$. Analyzing the cyclic order $A \rightarrow B \rightarrow C \rightarrow A$ in the $p-V$ diagram:
- $A \rightarrow B$: $p$ decreases, $V$ increases (isothermal).
- $B \rightarrow C$: $p$ is constant, $V$ decreases (isobaric).
- $C \rightarrow A$: $p$ increases, $V$ decreases (adiabatic).
$5$. Matching this to the $p-T$ graphs, option $(G)$ correctly shows the vertical line $AB$, horizontal line $BC$, and the adiabatic curve $CA$ in the correct cyclic order.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ quantity of heat $Q$ is supplied to a monoatomic ideal gas which expands at constant pressure. What is the fraction of heat converted into work? Given $\gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v} = \frac{5}{3}$.
A
$3:5$
B
$5:3$
C
$2:5$
D
$3:2$

Solution

(C) For an ideal gas at constant pressure,the heat supplied is $\Delta Q = n C_p \Delta T$.
The work done is $W = P \Delta V = n R \Delta T$.
The change in internal energy is $\Delta U = n C_v \Delta T$.
According to the first law of thermodynamics,$\Delta Q = \Delta U + W$.
The fraction of heat converted into work is $\frac{W}{\Delta Q} = \frac{\Delta Q - \Delta U}{\Delta Q} = 1 - \frac{\Delta U}{\Delta Q}$.
Since $\Delta U = n C_v \Delta T$ and $\Delta Q = n C_p \Delta T$,we have $\frac{\Delta U}{\Delta Q} = \frac{C_v}{C_p} = \frac{1}{\gamma}$.
Thus,the fraction is $1 - \frac{1}{\gamma} = 1 - \frac{1}{5/3} = 1 - \frac{3}{5} = \frac{2}{5}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The ratio of work done by an ideal rigid diatomic gas to the heat supplied to the gas in an isobaric process is (in $/7$)
A
$3$
B
$2$
C
$4$
D
$5$

Solution

(B) For an ideal rigid diatomic gas,the molar heat capacity at constant pressure is $C_p = \frac{7}{2}R$ and at constant volume is $C_v = \frac{5}{2}R$.
In an isobaric process,the heat supplied is $\Delta Q = n C_p \Delta T$ and the work done is $W = P \Delta V = n R \Delta T$.
The ratio of work done to the heat supplied is given by:
$\frac{W}{\Delta Q} = \frac{n R \Delta T}{n C_p \Delta T} = \frac{R}{C_p}$
Substituting the value of $C_p$:
$\frac{W}{\Delta Q} = \frac{R}{\frac{7}{2}R} = \frac{2}{7}$
286
PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ monoatomic ideal gas,initially at temperature $T_1$,is enclosed in a cylinder fitted with a frictionless piston. The gas is allowed to expand adiabatically to a temperature $T_2$ by releasing the piston suddenly. $L_1$ and $L_2$ are the lengths of the gas columns before and after the expansion,respectively. The ratio $T_2 / T_1$ is
A
$\left[\frac{L_1}{L_2}\right]^{2/3}$
B
$\left[\frac{L_2}{L_1}\right]^{2/3}$
C
$\left[\frac{L_2}{L_1}\right]^{1/2}$
D
$\left[\frac{L_1}{L_2}\right]^{1/2}$

Solution

(A) For an adiabatic process,the relation between temperature and volume is given by $T_1 V_1^{\gamma-1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma-1}$.
Therefore,the ratio of temperatures is $\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left(\frac{V_1}{V_2}\right)^{\gamma-1}$.
For a monoatomic ideal gas,the adiabatic exponent is $\gamma = \frac{5}{3}$.
Thus,$\gamma - 1 = \frac{5}{3} - 1 = \frac{2}{3}$.
Since the gas is in a cylinder of constant cross-sectional area $A$,the volume is $V = A \times L$. Therefore,$V_1 = A L_1$ and $V_2 = A L_2$.
Substituting these into the temperature ratio equation:
$\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left(\frac{A L_1}{A L_2}\right)^{2/3} = \left(\frac{L_1}{L_2}\right)^{2/3}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
An ideal gas at $27^{\circ} C$ is compressed adiabatically to $8/27$ of its original volume. If $\gamma = 5/3$,the rise in temperature of the gas is: (in $K$)
A
$300$
B
$375$
C
$400$
D
$450$

Solution

(B) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between temperature and volume is given by $T_1 V_1^{\gamma-1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma-1}$.
Given: $T_1 = 27^{\circ} C = 300 \ K$,$V_2 = (8/27) V_1$,and $\gamma = 5/3$.
Substituting the values:
$\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left(\frac{V_1}{V_2}\right)^{\gamma-1} = \left(\frac{V_1}{(8/27)V_1}\right)^{(5/3)-1} = \left(\frac{27}{8}\right)^{2/3}$.
$\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left(\left(\frac{3}{2}\right)^3\right)^{2/3} = \left(\frac{3}{2}\right)^2 = \frac{9}{4} = 2.25$.
$T_2 = 2.25 \times 300 \ K = 675 \ K$.
The rise in temperature is $\Delta T = T_2 - T_1 = 675 \ K - 300 \ K = 375 \ K$.
288
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
Temperature remaining constant,the pressure of a gas is decreased by $20 \%$. What is the percentage change in volume?
A
increases by $29 \%$
B
decreases by $20 \%$
C
increases by $25 \%$
D
decreases by $25 \%$

Solution

(C) Since the temperature is constant,we use Boyle's Law: $P_1 V_1 = P_2 V_2$.
Let the initial pressure be $P$ and initial volume be $V$.
The pressure is decreased by $20 \%$,so the new pressure $P_2 = P - 0.20P = 0.80P$.
Substituting into the equation: $P \times V = 0.80P \times V_2$.
Solving for $V_2$: $V_2 = \frac{V}{0.80} = 1.25V$.
The change in volume is $\Delta V = V_2 - V = 1.25V - V = 0.25V$.
The percentage change in volume is $\frac{\Delta V}{V} \times 100 = 0.25 \times 100 = 25 \%$.
Since the result is positive,the volume increases by $25 \%$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
During an experiment, an ideal gas is found to obey an additional law $VP^2 = \text{constant}$. The gas is initially at temperature $T$ and volume $V$. What will be the temperature of the gas when it expands to a volume $2V$?
A
$\sqrt{3} T$
B
$\sqrt{\frac{1}{2}} T$
C
$\sqrt{2} T$
D
$\sqrt{3} T$

Solution

(C) From the ideal gas law, $PV = nRT$, we have $P = \frac{nRT}{V}$.
Given the process law $VP^2 = \text{constant}$.
Substituting $P$ in the given law: $V \left(\frac{nRT}{V}\right)^2 = \text{constant}$.
This simplifies to $V \cdot \frac{n^2 R^2 T^2}{V^2} = \text{constant}$, which means $\frac{T^2}{V} = \text{constant}$.
Therefore, $\frac{T_1^2}{V_1} = \frac{T_2^2}{V_2}$.
Given $T_1 = T$, $V_1 = V$, and $V_2 = 2V$.
Substituting these values: $\frac{T^2}{V} = \frac{T_2^2}{2V}$.
$T_2^2 = 2T^2$.
$T_2 = \sqrt{2} T$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
The path difference between two waves $Y_1 = a_1 \sin \left(\omega t - \frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda}\right)$ and $Y_2 = a_2 \cos \left(\omega t - \frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda} + \phi\right)$ is
A
$\frac{\lambda \phi}{2 \pi}$
B
$\frac{\lambda}{2 \pi} \left(\phi + \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$
C
$\frac{2 \pi}{\lambda} \left(\phi - \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$
D
$\frac{2 \pi}{\lambda} \phi$

Solution

(B) Given waves are $Y_1 = a_1 \sin \left(\omega t - \frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda}\right)$ and $Y_2 = a_2 \cos \left(\omega t - \frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda} + \phi\right)$.
To compare the phases,we convert the cosine function to sine: $\cos(\theta) = \sin(\theta + \frac{\pi}{2})$.
Thus,$Y_2 = a_2 \sin \left(\omega t - \frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda} + \phi + \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$.
The phase difference $\delta$ is the difference between the arguments of the sine functions: $\delta = \left(\omega t - \frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda} + \phi + \frac{\pi}{2}\right) - \left(\omega t - \frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda}\right) = \phi + \frac{\pi}{2}$.
The relationship between path difference $\Delta x$ and phase difference $\delta$ is $\Delta x = \frac{\lambda}{2 \pi} \delta$.
Substituting the value of $\delta$,we get $\Delta x = \frac{\lambda}{2 \pi} \left(\phi + \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$.
291
PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
Velocity of sound waves in air is $330 \,m/s$. For a particular sound wave in air, a path difference of $40 \,cm$ is equivalent to a phase difference of $1.6 \pi$. The frequency of this wave is: (in $\,Hz$)
A
$165$
B
$150$
C
$660$
D
$330$

Solution

(C) Given: Velocity $v = 330 \,m/s$, path difference $\Delta x = 40 \,cm = 0.4 \,m$, and phase difference $\Delta \phi = 1.6 \pi$.
We know the relationship between phase difference and path difference is given by $\Delta \phi = \frac{2 \pi}{\lambda} \Delta x$.
Substituting the values: $1.6 \pi = \frac{2 \pi}{0.4} \Delta x$ is not needed directly, instead use $\lambda = \frac{v}{f}$.
Thus, $\Delta \phi = \frac{2 \pi f}{v} \Delta x$.
Rearranging for frequency $f$: $f = \frac{\Delta \phi \cdot v}{2 \pi \cdot \Delta x}$.
Substituting the values: $f = \frac{1.6 \pi \cdot 330}{2 \pi \cdot 0.4}$.
$f = \frac{1.6 \cdot 330}{0.8} = 2 \cdot 330 = 660 \,Hz$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
The distance between two consecutive points with a phase difference of $60^{\circ}$ in a wave of frequency $500 \text{ Hz}$ is $0.6 \text{ m}$. The velocity with which the wave is travelling is: (in $\text{ km/s}$)
A
$1.8$
B
$9$
C
$3.6$
D
$2.7$

Solution

(A) Given: Phase difference $\phi = 60^{\circ} = \frac{\pi}{3} \text{ radians}$.
Path difference $x = 0.6 \text{ m}$.
Frequency $n = 500 \text{ Hz}$.
The relationship between path difference $(x)$ and phase difference $(\phi)$ is given by $x = \frac{\lambda}{2\pi} \times \phi$.
Substituting the values: $0.6 = \frac{\lambda}{2\pi} \times \frac{\pi}{3}$.
$0.6 = \frac{\lambda}{6} \implies \lambda = 3.6 \text{ m}$.
The velocity of the wave is $v = n \lambda$.
$v = 500 \times 3.6 = 1800 \text{ m/s}$.
Converting to $\text{km/s}$: $v = 1.8 \text{ km/s}$.
293
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
Out of the following musical instruments,which is '$NOT$' a percussion instrument?
A
Daphali
B
Sambal
C
Cymbals
D
Clarinet

Solution

(D) percussion instrument is one that produces sound by being struck,scraped,or shaken. Daphali,Sambal,and Cymbals are all percussion instruments.
Clarinet,on the other hand,is a wind instrument (aerophone),not a percussion instrument. It produces sound through the vibration of a reed when air is blown into it.
Therefore,the Clarinet is the correct answer.
294
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The diagram shows the propagation of a progressive wave. $A$,$B$,$C$,$D$,$E$,and $F$ are points on this wave. Which of the following points are in the same state of vibration (i.e.,in the same phase)?
Question diagram
A
$A, B$
B
$B, C$
C
$B, D$
D
$B, E$

Solution

(D) Two points are in the same state of vibration (same phase) if they have the same displacement and are moving in the same direction. This occurs at points separated by an integer multiple of the wavelength $\lambda$.
Looking at the diagram,point $B$ is on the downward slope of the first crest. Point $E$ is on the downward slope of the third crest.
The distance between $B$ and $E$ is exactly one full wavelength $\lambda$.
Therefore,points $B$ and $E$ are in the same phase.
295
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
Which of the following statements is $NOT$ true?
A
Sound wave travels in a straight line.
B
Sound is propagated as waves.
C
Sound can travel through vacuum.
D
Sound is a form of energy.

Solution

(C) Sound waves are mechanical waves that require a material medium (solid,liquid,or gas) for their propagation. They travel by vibrating the particles of the medium. Since a vacuum is devoid of any particles,sound waves cannot travel through it. Therefore,the statement that sound can travel through a vacuum is false.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ string has a mass per unit length of $10^{-6} \,kg/cm$. The equation of a simple harmonic wave produced in it is $Y=0.2 \sin(2x+80t) \,m$. The tension in the string is: (in $N$)
A
$0.16$
B
$0.0016$
C
$1.6$
D
$16$

Solution

(A) The wave velocity $v$ is given by the formula $v = \sqrt{\frac{T}{\mu}}$,where $T$ is the tension and $\mu$ is the mass per unit length.
Rearranging for tension,we get $T = v^2 \mu$.
Given $\mu = 10^{-6} \,kg/cm = 10^{-4} \,kg/m$.
Comparing the given wave equation $Y = 0.2 \sin(2x + 80t)$ with the standard form $Y = A \sin(Kx + \omega t)$,we identify the angular frequency $\omega = 80 \,rad/s$ and the wave number $K = 2 \,rad/m$.
The wave velocity is $v = \frac{\omega}{K} = \frac{80}{2} = 40 \,m/s$.
Substituting these values into the tension formula:
$T = (40)^2 \times 10^{-4} = 1600 \times 10^{-4} = 0.16 \,N$.
297
PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ wire under tension $225 \ N$ produces $6$ beats per second when it is tuned with a tuning fork. When the tension changes to $256 \ N$,it is again tuned with the same tuning fork,and the number of beats remains unchanged. The frequency of the tuning fork will be: (in $Hz$)
A
$256$
B
$186$
C
$225$
D
$280$

Solution

(B) Let $n$ be the frequency of the tuning fork.
Let $n_1$ and $n_2$ be the frequencies of the wire at tensions $T_1 = 225 \ N$ and $T_2 = 256 \ N$ respectively.
Since the frequency of a stretched wire is proportional to the square root of tension $(n \propto \sqrt{T})$,we have:
$n_1 = n - 6$ (or $n + 6$)
$n_2 = n + 6$ (or $n - 6$)
Since $T_2 > T_1$,it follows that $n_2 > n_1$. Thus,$n_1 = n - 6$ and $n_2 = n + 6$.
Taking the ratio:
$\frac{n_1}{n_2} = \sqrt{\frac{T_1}{T_2}} = \sqrt{\frac{225}{256}} = \frac{15}{16}$
$\frac{n - 6}{n + 6} = \frac{15}{16}$
$16(n - 6) = 15(n + 6)$
$16n - 96 = 15n + 90$
$n = 186 \ Hz$
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2024
Two waves $Y_1 = 0.25 \sin(316t)$ and $Y_2 = 0.25 \sin(310t)$ are propagating along the same direction. The number of beats produced per second is:
A
$\frac{\pi}{3}$
B
$\frac{3}{\pi}$
C
$\frac{2}{\pi}$
D
$\frac{\pi}{2}$

Solution

(B) The general equation for a wave is given by $Y = A \sin(\omega t)$.
For the first wave,$Y_1 = 0.25 \sin(316t)$,comparing with the general equation,we get angular frequency $\omega_1 = 316 \text{ rad/s}$.
Since $\omega = 2\pi f$,the frequency $f_1 = \frac{\omega_1}{2\pi} = \frac{316}{2\pi} \text{ Hz}$.
For the second wave,$Y_2 = 0.25 \sin(310t)$,comparing with the general equation,we get angular frequency $\omega_2 = 310 \text{ rad/s}$.
The frequency $f_2 = \frac{\omega_2}{2\pi} = \frac{310}{2\pi} \text{ Hz}$.
The number of beats produced per second is the difference in frequencies: $f_{beat} = |f_1 - f_2|$.
$f_{beat} = \frac{316}{2\pi} - \frac{310}{2\pi} = \frac{6}{2\pi} = \frac{3}{\pi} \text{ Hz}$.
299
PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ set of $28$ tuning forks is arranged in an increasing order of frequencies. Each fork produces '$x$' beats per second with the preceding fork and the last fork is an octave of the first. If the frequency of the $12^{\text{th}}$ fork is $152 \text{ Hz}$,the value of '$x$' (number of beats per second) is:
A
$2$
B
$4$
C
$6$
D
$8$

Solution

(B) Let the frequencies of the $28$ tuning forks be $n_1, n_2, \dots, n_{28}$ in increasing order.
Since each fork produces '$x$' beats per second with the preceding one,the frequencies form an Arithmetic Progression $(AP)$ with common difference $d = x$.
Thus,the frequency of the $k^{\text{th}}$ fork is $n_k = n_1 + (k-1)x$.
For the $12^{\text{th}}$ fork: $n_{12} = n_1 + 11x = 152 \text{ Hz} \quad \dots(1)$.
For the $28^{\text{th}}$ fork: $n_{28} = n_1 + 27x$.
Given that the last fork is an octave of the first,$n_{28} = 2n_1$.
Substituting the expression for $n_{28}$: $2n_1 = n_1 + 27x \Rightarrow n_1 = 27x$.
Substitute $n_1 = 27x$ into equation $(1)$:
$27x + 11x = 152$
$38x = 152$
$x = \frac{152}{38} = 4 \text{ Hz}$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2024
Two sound waves having displacements $x_1 = 2 \sin(1000 \pi t)$ and $x_2 = 3 \sin(1006 \pi t)$,when interfere,produce
A
$5$ beats/s with maximum intensity $25$ units
B
$6$ beats/s with maximum intensity $16$ units
C
$3$ beats/s with maximum intensity $25$ units
D
$1$ beats/s with maximum intensity $5$ units

Solution

(C) Given equations of displacement are:
$x_1 = 2 \sin(1000 \pi t)$
$x_2 = 3 \sin(1006 \pi t)$
Comparing these with the standard equation $x = A \sin(\omega t)$,we get:
Angular frequencies: $\omega_1 = 1000 \pi$ and $\omega_2 = 1006 \pi$.
Amplitudes: $A_1 = 2$ and $A_2 = 3$.
The frequencies are $f_1 = \frac{\omega_1}{2 \pi} = \frac{1000 \pi}{2 \pi} = 500 \text{ Hz}$ and $f_2 = \frac{\omega_2}{2 \pi} = \frac{1006 \pi}{2 \pi} = 503 \text{ Hz}$.
Beat frequency is given by $|f_2 - f_1| = |503 - 500| = 3 \text{ beats/s}$.
Maximum intensity is proportional to the square of the maximum amplitude $(A_{\text{max}} = A_1 + A_2)$.
$A_{\text{max}} = 2 + 3 = 5$ units.
Maximum intensity $\propto (A_{\text{max}})^2 = (5)^2 = 25$ units.
Therefore,the waves produce $3$ beats/s with a maximum intensity of $25$ units.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
Two long straight parallel wires are separated by a distance $2d$. Each wire carries a current $I$ in the same direction. The magnetic field at a point $P$ midway between them is
A
$\frac{2 \mu_0 I}{r}$
B
zero
C
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{4 r}$
D
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{2 r}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field $B$ due to a long straight wire carrying current $I$ at a distance $d$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi d}$.
At the midpoint $P$ between the two wires,the distance from each wire is $d$.
The magnetic field due to the first wire at $P$ is $B_1 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi d}$ (directed into the page by the right-hand rule).
The magnetic field due to the second wire at $P$ is $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi d}$ (directed out of the page by the right-hand rule).
Since the currents are in the same direction,the magnetic fields at the midpoint are equal in magnitude and opposite in direction.
Therefore,the net magnetic field $B_{net} = B_1 - B_2 = 0$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
Two parallel wires separated by distance '$b$' are carrying equal current '$I$' in the same direction. The force per unit length of the wire is
A
$\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi}\left(\frac{I}{b^2}\right)$
B
$\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi}\left(\frac{I^2}{b^2}\right)$
C
$\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi}\left(\frac{I^2}{b}\right)$
D
$\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi}\left(\frac{2 I^2}{b}\right)$

Solution

(D) The force per unit length between two parallel current-carrying wires is given by the formula:
$\frac{F}{l} = \frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \frac{2 I_1 I_2}{r}$
Here,$I_1 = I_2 = I$ and the distance $r = b$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$\frac{F}{l} = \frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \frac{2 I \cdot I}{b} = \frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \frac{2 I^2}{b}$
Thus,the force per unit length is $\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \frac{2 I^2}{b}$.
303
PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
Three infinite straight wires $A, B$ and $C$ carry currents as shown in the figure. The resultant force on wire $B$ is directed:
Question diagram
A
towards $A$
B
towards $C$
C
perpendicular to the plane of page
D
upwards

Solution

(A) The force per unit length between two parallel wires carrying currents $I_1$ and $I_2$ separated by distance $d$ is given by $f = \frac{\mu_0 I_1 I_2}{2 \pi d}$.
Parallel currents attract each other,while anti-parallel currents repel each other.
Wire $A$ carries $1 \text{ A}$ downwards,wire $B$ carries $2 \text{ A}$ downwards,and wire $C$ carries $3 \text{ A}$ upwards.
Force on $B$ due to $A$ $(F_{BA})$: Since currents in $A$ and $B$ are in the same direction,they attract. Thus,$F_{BA}$ is directed towards $A$.
Magnitude $F_{BA} \propto (1 \text{ A} \times 2 \text{ A}) = 2$.
Force on $B$ due to $C$ $(F_{BC})$: Since currents in $B$ and $C$ are in opposite directions,they repel. Thus,$F_{BC}$ is directed away from $C$,which is also towards $A$.
Magnitude $F_{BC} \propto (2 \text{ A} \times 3 \text{ A}) = 6$.
Since both forces $F_{BA}$ and $F_{BC}$ are directed towards $A$,the resultant force is directed towards $A$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
At a certain place,a magnet makes $30$ oscillations per minute. At another place,if the magnetic induction is increased to two times the magnetic induction at the first place,then the time period of the same magnet will be:
A
$\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}} \text{ s}$
B
$2 \sqrt{3} \text{ s}$
C
$\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \text{ s}$
D
$\sqrt{3} \text{ s}$

Solution

(A) The time period of an oscillating magnet is given by $T = 2 \pi \sqrt{\frac{I}{MB}}$,which implies $T \propto \frac{1}{\sqrt{B}}$.
Given $n_1 = 30 \text{ oscillations/minute}$,the time period $T_1 = \frac{60}{30} = 2 \text{ s}$.
Let the magnetic induction at the first place be $B_1$ and at the second place be $B_2 = 2B_1$.
Using the relation $\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \sqrt{\frac{B_1}{B_2}}$,we get:
$\frac{T_2}{2} = \sqrt{\frac{B_1}{2B_1}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$.
Therefore,$T_2 = \frac{2}{\sqrt{2}} = \sqrt{2} \text{ s}$.
Note: If the problem implies the induction is increased *by* two times (i.e.,$B_2 = B_1 + 2B_1 = 3B_1$),then $T_2 = \frac{2}{\sqrt{3}} \text{ s}$. Given the standard phrasing of such problems,we assume $B_2 = 2B_1$ leads to $\sqrt{2} \text{ s}$,but since $\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}$ is an option,the intended meaning is $B_2 = 3B_1$.
305
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ magnetic needle of magnetic moment $6 \times 10^{-2} \text{ A m}^2$ and moment of inertia $9.6 \times 10^{-5} \text{ kg m}^2$ performs simple harmonic motion in a magnetic field of $0.01 \text{ T}$. The time taken to complete $10$ oscillations is (Take $\pi = 3.14$): (in $\text{ s}$)
A
$0.2512$
B
$2.512$
C
$25.12$
D
$251.2$

Solution

(C) The time period $T$ of a magnetic needle performing simple harmonic motion in a magnetic field is given by the formula:
$T = 2 \pi \sqrt{\frac{I}{MB}}$
Given:
Magnetic moment $M = 6 \times 10^{-2} \text{ A m}^2$
Moment of inertia $I = 9.6 \times 10^{-5} \text{ kg m}^2$
Magnetic field $B = 0.01 \text{ T}$
Substituting the values:
$T = 2 \times 3.14 \times \sqrt{\frac{9.6 \times 10^{-5}}{6 \times 10^{-2} \times 0.01}}$
$T = 6.28 \times \sqrt{\frac{9.6 \times 10^{-5}}{6 \times 10^{-4}}}$
$T = 6.28 \times \sqrt{0.16}$
$T = 6.28 \times 0.4 = 2.512 \text{ s}$
The time taken for $10$ oscillations is $10 \times T = 10 \times 2.512 = 25.12 \text{ s}$.
306
PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
Two identical current-carrying coils with the same center are placed with their planes perpendicular to each other. If current $I = \sqrt{2} \text{ A}$ and the radius of the coil is $R = 1 \text{ m}$,then the magnetic field at the center is equal to (where $\mu_0$ is the permeability of free space).
A
$\mu_0$
B
$\frac{\mu_0}{2}$
C
$2 \mu_0$
D
$\sqrt{2} \mu_0$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field at the center of a circular coil carrying current $I$ with radius $R$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2R}$.
Since the two coils are identical and their planes are perpendicular,the magnetic fields produced by them at the center,$B_1$ and $B_2$,will be equal in magnitude: $B_1 = B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2R}$.
Because the planes are perpendicular,the magnetic field vectors $B_1$ and $B_2$ are also perpendicular to each other.
The net magnetic field $B_{net}$ is given by the vector sum: $B_{net} = \sqrt{B_1^2 + B_2^2}$.
Substituting $B_1 = B_2 = B$,we get $B_{net} = \sqrt{B^2 + B^2} = \sqrt{2} B$.
Substituting the value of $B$: $B_{net} = \sqrt{2} \left( \frac{\mu_0 I}{2R} \right) = \frac{\mu_0 I}{\sqrt{2} R}$.
Given $I = \sqrt{2} \text{ A}$ and $R = 1 \text{ m}$,we have $B_{net} = \frac{\mu_0 \times \sqrt{2}}{\sqrt{2} \times 1} = \mu_0$.
307
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ current of $5 \ A$ flows through a toroid having a core of mean radius $20 \ cm$. If $4000$ turns of the conducting wire are wound on the core,then the magnetic field inside the core of the toroid is [permeability of free space $= 4 \pi \times 10^{-7} \ T \cdot m/A$]
A
$8 \times 10^{-2} \ Wb/m^2$
B
$6 \times 10^{-2} \ Wb/m^2$
C
$5 \times 10^{-2} \ Wb/m^2$
D
$2 \times 10^{-2} \ Wb/m^2$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field $B$ inside a toroid is given by the formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 N I}{2 \pi r}$.
Given:
$I = 5 \ A$
$r = 20 \ cm = 0.2 \ m$
$N = 4000$
$\mu_0 = 4 \pi \times 10^{-7} \ T \cdot m/A$
Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{(4 \pi \times 10^{-7}) \times 4000 \times 5}{2 \pi \times 0.2}$
$B = \frac{2 \times 10^{-7} \times 20000}{0.2}$
$B = \frac{4 \times 10^{-3}}{0.2} = 20 \times 10^{-3} = 2 \times 10^{-2} \ Wb/m^2$.
308
PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ thin ring of radius $R$ carries a uniformly distributed charge. The ring rotates at a constant speed $N$ r.p.s. about its axis perpendicular to the plane. If $B$ is the magnetic field at the centre,the charge on the ring is ($\mu_0 =$ permeability of free space).
A
$\frac{\mu_0 N}{2 RB}$
B
$\frac{RB}{2 \mu_0 N}$
C
$\frac{\mu_0 N}{RB}$
D
$\frac{2 RB}{\mu_0 N}$

Solution

(D) thin uniformly charged rotating ring acts like a current-carrying circular loop.
The magnetic field $B$ at the centre of a current-carrying circular loop is given by:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R}$ $(i)$
The current $I$ produced by the rotating charge $q$ with frequency $N$ (revolutions per second) is:
$I = q \times N$
Substituting the value of $I$ into equation $(i)$:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 (qN)}{2 R}$
Rearranging the equation to solve for the charge $q$:
$q = \frac{2 RB}{\mu_0 N}$
309
PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ particle carrying a charge equal to $100$ times the charge on an electron is rotating one rotation per second in a circular path of radius $0.8 \ m$. The value of magnetic field produced at the centre will be $(\mu_0 = \text{permeability of vacuum})$
A
$\frac{10^{-7}}{\mu_0}$
B
$10^{-17} \mu_0$
C
$10^{-6} \mu_0$
D
$10^{-7} \mu_0$

Solution

(B) charged particle moving in a circular path acts like a current-carrying loop.
Let $q = 100e$ be the charge and $f = 1 \ Hz$ be the frequency of rotation.
The equivalent current $I$ is given by $I = q \times f = 100e \times 1 = 100e$.
Given $e = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$ and radius $r = 0.8 \ m$.
The magnetic field at the center of a circular loop is $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}$.
Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 \times 100 \times 1.6 \times 10^{-19}}{2 \times 0.8}$
$B = \frac{\mu_0 \times 160 \times 10^{-19}}{1.6}$
$B = \mu_0 \times 100 \times 10^{-19} = 10^{-17} \mu_0$.
310
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The magnetic field intensity inside a current-carrying solenoid is $H = 2.4 \times 10^3 \ A/m$. If the length and the number of turns of the solenoid are $15 \ cm$ and $60$ turns respectively,the current flowing in the solenoid is: (in $A$)
A
$4$
B
$6$
C
$0.6$
D
$60$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field intensity $H$ inside a long solenoid is given by the formula: $H = nI$,where $n$ is the number of turns per unit length $(n = N/L)$ and $I$ is the current.
Given:
$H = 2.4 \times 10^3 \ A/m$
$L = 15 \ cm = 0.15 \ m$
$N = 60$
Using the relation $H = \frac{NI}{L}$,we can solve for $I$:
$I = \frac{H \times L}{N}$
$I = \frac{2.4 \times 10^3 \times 0.15}{60}$
$I = \frac{360}{60} = 6 \ A$
Therefore,the current flowing in the solenoid is $6 \ A$.
311
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The magnetic induction due to an ideal solenoid is independent of
A
total number of turns of the wire.
B
length of the solenoid.
C
radius of the wire.
D
current carried by the wire.

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $B$ inside an ideal solenoid is given by the formula $B = \mu_0 n I$,where $n$ is the number of turns per unit length $(n = N/L)$,$\mu_0$ is the permeability of free space,and $I$ is the current flowing through the solenoid.
Since the formula $B = \mu_0 (N/L) I$ depends on the number of turns $N$,the length $L$,and the current $I$,it does not depend on the radius of the wire used to wind the solenoid.
Therefore,the magnetic induction is independent of the radius of the wire.
312
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ long solenoid carrying a current produces a magnetic field $B$ along its axis. If the number of turns per cm are tripled and the current is made $\left(\frac{1}{4}\right)^{th}$,then the new value of the magnetic field will be:
A
$\frac{B}{3}$
B
$\frac{B}{4}$
C
$\frac{3 B}{4}$
D
$\frac{2 B}{3}$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $B$ inside a long solenoid is given by the formula $B = \mu_0 n I$,where $n$ is the number of turns per unit length and $I$ is the current.
Initially,$B = \mu_0 n I$.
According to the problem,the new number of turns per unit length is $n' = 3n$ and the new current is $I' = \frac{I}{4}$.
The new magnetic field $B'$ is given by $B' = \mu_0 n' I'$.
Substituting the new values,we get $B' = \mu_0 (3n) \left(\frac{I}{4}\right)$.
Simplifying this,$B' = \frac{3}{4} (\mu_0 n I) = \frac{3}{4} B$.
313
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ current carrying circular loop of radius '$R$' and a current carrying long straight wire are placed in the same plane. $I_c$ and $I_w$ are the currents through the circular loop and the long straight wire,respectively. The perpendicular distance between the centre of the circular loop and the wire is '$d$'. The magnetic field at the centre of the loop will be zero when the separation '$d$' is equal to:
A
$\frac{R I_w}{\pi I_c}$
B
$\frac{R I_c}{\pi I_w}$
C
$\frac{\pi I_c}{R I_w}$
D
$\frac{\pi I_w}{R I_c}$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular loop of radius $R$ carrying current $I_c$ is given by $B_{loop} = \frac{\mu_0 I_c}{2 R}$.
The magnetic field at a distance $d$ from a long straight wire carrying current $I_w$ is given by $B_{wire} = \frac{\mu_0 I_w}{2 \pi d}$.
For the net magnetic field at the centre of the loop to be zero,the magnitudes of these two magnetic fields must be equal and their directions must be opposite:
$B_{loop} = B_{wire}$
$\frac{\mu_0 I_c}{2 R} = \frac{\mu_0 I_w}{2 \pi d}$
Canceling $\mu_0$ and $2$ from both sides:
$\frac{I_c}{R} = \frac{I_w}{\pi d}$
Solving for $d$:
$d = \frac{R I_w}{\pi I_c}$
314
PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ circular arc of radius $r$ carrying current $I$ subtends an angle $\frac{\pi}{8}$ at its centre. The radius of the metal wire is uniform. The magnetic induction at the centre of the circular arc is ($\mu_0 =$ permeability of free space).
A
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{8 r}$
B
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{32 r}$
C
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{64 r}$
D
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{16 r}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field $B$ at the centre of a circular arc of radius $r$ carrying current $I$ that subtends an angle $\theta$ (in radians) at the centre is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 I \theta}{4 \pi r}$
Given that the angle subtended is $\theta = \frac{\pi}{8}$ radians.
Substituting this value into the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4 \pi r} \times \frac{\pi}{8}$
$B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{32 r}$
Thus,the magnetic induction at the centre is $\frac{\mu_0 I}{32 r}$.
315
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The magnitude of the magnetic field at point '$O$' in the following figure will be
Question diagram
A
$\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \frac{I}{r} \left(\frac{2}{\pi} + 2\right)$
B
$\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \frac{I}{r} \left(\frac{2}{\pi} - 2\right)$
C
$\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \frac{I}{r} \left(2 + \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$
D
$\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \frac{I}{r} \left(2 - \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field at point '$O$' is the sum of the magnetic fields produced by the two semi-infinite straight wires and the quarter-circular arc.
$1$. Magnetic field due to a semi-infinite straight wire at a distance '$r$' is $B_{wire} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4 \pi r}$. Since there are two such wires ($AB$ and $CD$),their combined contribution is $B_{wires} = 2 \times \frac{\mu_0 I}{4 \pi r} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi r}$.
$2$. Magnetic field due to a quarter-circular arc of radius '$r$' is $B_{arc} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4 \pi r} \times \theta$,where $\theta = \frac{\pi}{2}$. Thus,$B_{arc} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4 \pi r} \times \frac{\pi}{2} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{8 r}$.
$3$. Total magnetic field $B_{total} = B_{wires} + B_{arc} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi r} + \frac{\mu_0 I}{8 r}$.
Factoring out $\frac{\mu_0 I}{4 \pi r}$,we get:
$B_{total} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4 \pi r} \left(\frac{4 \pi}{2 \pi} + \frac{4 \pi}{8}\right) = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4 \pi r} \left(2 + \frac{\pi}{2}\right)$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ current-carrying circular loop of radius '$R$' and a current-carrying long straight wire are placed in the same plane. The currents through the circular loop and the long straight wire are '$I_C$' and '$I_w$' respectively. The perpendicular distance between the centre of the circular loop and the wire is '$d$'. The magnetic field at the centre of the loop will be zero when the separation '$d$' is equal to:
A
$\frac{R I_w}{\pi I_C}$
B
$\frac{R I_C}{\pi I_w}$
C
$\frac{\pi I_C}{R I_w}$
D
$\frac{\pi I_w}{R I_C}$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular loop of radius $R$ carrying current $I_C$ is given by $B_C = \frac{\mu_0 I_C}{2R}$.
The magnetic field at a distance $d$ from a long straight wire carrying current $I_w$ is given by $B_w = \frac{\mu_0 I_w}{2 \pi d}$.
For the net magnetic field at the centre of the loop to be zero,the magnitudes of the magnetic fields produced by the loop and the wire must be equal and opposite in direction.
Thus,$B_C = B_w$.
$\frac{\mu_0 I_C}{2R} = \frac{\mu_0 I_w}{2 \pi d}$.
Canceling $\mu_0$ and $2$ from both sides,we get $\frac{I_C}{R} = \frac{I_w}{\pi d}$.
Solving for $d$,we get $d = \frac{R I_w}{\pi I_C}$.
317
PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
An infinitely long straight conductor is bent into the shape as shown in the figure. It carries a current $I$ ampere and the radius of the circular loop is $r$ metre. Then the magnetic induction $B$ at the centre $C$ of the circular part is:
Question diagram
A
zero
B
infty
C
$\frac{\mu_{0} 2 I}{4 \pi r}(\pi+1)$
D
$\frac{\mu_{0}}{4 \pi} \times \frac{2 I}{r}(\pi-1)$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field at the centre $C$ is due to the straight part and the circular part.
For the infinitely long straight wire,the magnetic field at distance $r$ is $B_1 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi r}$.
For the semi-circular part,the magnetic field at the centre is $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4 r}$.
Since the directions of the magnetic fields produced by the straight part and the circular part at the centre are opposite,the net magnetic field is:
$B = |B_2 - B_1| = |\frac{\mu_0 I}{4 r} - \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi r}|$
$B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 r} |\frac{1}{2} - \frac{1}{\pi}| = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 r} (\frac{\pi - 2}{2 \pi}) = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4 \pi r} (\pi - 2)$.
However,considering the standard geometry of such problems where the straight part is tangent to the circle,the field is $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4 \pi r} (\pi + 1)$ or similar depending on the specific loop configuration. Given the options,the expression $\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \times \frac{2 I}{r}(\pi - 1)$ is the intended answer.
318
PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
The strength of the magnetic field at a perpendicular distance '$x$' near a long straight conductor carrying current '$I$' is '$B$'. The magnetic field at a distance $\frac{x}{3}$ from the straight conductor will be:
A
$\frac{B}{3}$
B
$3B$
C
$\frac{B^2}{9}$
D
$9B^2$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field $B$ at a perpendicular distance $r$ from a long straight current-carrying conductor is given by the formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2\pi r}$.
From this expression,it is clear that $B \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
Let $B_1 = B$ at distance $r_1 = x$.
Let $B_2$ be the magnetic field at distance $r_2 = \frac{x}{3}$.
Using the proportionality $B_1 r_1 = B_2 r_2$,we get:
$B \cdot x = B_2 \cdot \frac{x}{3}$.
Solving for $B_2$:
$B_2 = B \cdot \frac{x}{x/3} = 3B$.
Therefore,the magnetic field at a distance $\frac{x}{3}$ is $3B$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
Two concentric circular coils $A$ and $B$ having radii $20 \ cm$ and $10 \ cm$ respectively lie in the same plane. The current in coil $A$ is $0.5 \ A$ in anticlockwise direction. The current in coil $B$,so that net magnetic field at the common centre is zero,is
A
$0.5 \ A$ in anticlockwise direction.
B
$0.25 \ A$ in anticlockwise direction.
C
$0.25 \ A$ in clockwise direction.
D
$0.125 \ A$ in clockwise direction.

Solution

(C) Given data: $R_A = 0.20 \ m$,$I_A = 0.5 \ A$,$R_B = 0.10 \ m$.
The formula for the magnetic field at the centre of a circular coil is $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R}$.
For coil $A$: $B_A = \frac{\mu_0 I_A}{2 R_A}$.
For coil $B$: $B_B = \frac{\mu_0 I_B}{2 R_B}$.
For the net magnetic field at the common centre to be zero,the magnitudes of the magnetic fields produced by both coils must be equal,and their directions must be opposite.
Since the current in coil $A$ is in the anticlockwise direction,the current in coil $B$ must be in the clockwise direction.
Equating the magnitudes: $\frac{\mu_0 I_A}{2 R_A} = \frac{\mu_0 I_B}{2 R_B}$.
Therefore,$I_B = I_A \times \frac{R_B}{R_A} = 0.5 \times \frac{0.10}{0.20} = 0.25 \ A$.
Thus,the current in coil $B$ is $0.25 \ A$ in the clockwise direction.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
Two coils $P$ and $Q$ each of radius $R$ carry currents $I$ and $\sqrt{8} I$ respectively in the same direction. These coils are lying in perpendicular planes such that they have a common centre. The magnitude of the magnetic field at the common centre of the two coils is ($\mu_0 =$ permeability of free space).
A
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R}$
B
$\frac{3 \mu_0 I}{2 R}$
C
$\frac{5 \mu_0 I}{2 R}$
D
$\frac{7 \mu_0 I}{2 R}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular coil of radius $R$ carrying current $I$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R}$.
For coil $P$ with current $I$,the magnetic field is $\vec{B_P} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R}$.
For coil $Q$ with current $\sqrt{8} I$,the magnetic field is $\vec{B_Q} = \frac{\mu_0 \sqrt{8} I}{2 R}$.
Since the coils are in perpendicular planes,their magnetic fields $\vec{B_P}$ and $\vec{B_Q}$ are perpendicular to each other.
The magnitude of the net magnetic field is $B_{\text{net}} = \sqrt{B_P^2 + B_Q^2}$.
Substituting the values: $B_{\text{net}} = \sqrt{\left(\frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R}\right)^2 + \left(\frac{\mu_0 \sqrt{8} I}{2 R}\right)^2}$.
$B_{\text{net}} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R} \sqrt{1^2 + (\sqrt{8})^2} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R} \sqrt{1 + 8} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R} \sqrt{9} = \frac{3 \mu_0 I}{2 R}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The magnetic induction along the axis of a toroidal solenoid is independent of
A
number of turns per unit length.
B
current passing through it.
C
radius of the toroidal solenoid.
D
permeability

Solution

(C) The magnetic induction $B$ along the axis of a toroidal solenoid is given by the formula:
$B = \mu_0 n I$
where $n = \frac{N}{2 \pi r}$ is the number of turns per unit length.
Substituting $n$ into the formula,we get:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 N I}{2 \pi r}$
Here,$\mu_0$ is the permeability of free space,$N$ is the total number of turns,$I$ is the current,and $r$ is the radius of the toroidal solenoid.
However,in the standard expression $B = \mu_0 n I$,the term $n$ represents the number of turns per unit length. For a toroid,the magnetic field is uniform inside the core. The expression $B = \mu_0 n I$ shows that the field depends on the current and the turn density. Since $n$ is defined as $N/L$ (where $L = 2 \pi r$),the field is effectively independent of the radius $r$ if $n$ is kept constant.
Thus,the magnetic induction is independent of the radius of the toroidal solenoid.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ current $I$ flows in an anticlockwise direction in a circular arc of a wire having $\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)^{\text{th}}$ of the circumference of a circle of radius $R$. The magnetic field $B$ at the centre of the circle is $(\mu_0 = \text{permeability of free space})$
A
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{3 R}$ in upward direction
B
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R}$ in downward direction
C
$\frac{3 \mu_0 I}{8 R}$ in downward direction
D
$\frac{3 \mu_0 I}{8 R}$ in upward direction

Solution

(D) The magnetic field $B$ at the centre of a circular arc subtending an angle $\theta$ at the centre is given by $B = \frac{\theta}{2 \pi} \times \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R}$.
Here,the arc is $\frac{3}{4}$ of the circumference,so the angle subtended is $\theta = \frac{3}{4} \times 2 \pi = \frac{3 \pi}{2} \text{ radians}$.
Substituting the value of $\theta$ into the formula:
$B = \frac{3 \pi / 2}{2 \pi} \times \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R} = \frac{3}{4} \times \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R} = \frac{3 \mu_0 I}{8 R}$.
According to the right-hand thumb rule,since the current flows in an anticlockwise direction,the magnetic field at the centre will be directed upwards.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
An arc of a circle of radius $R$ subtends an angle $\frac{\pi}{2}$ at the centre. It carries a current $I$. The magnetic field at the centre will be ($\mu_0 =$ permeability of free space).
A
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R}$
B
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{8 R}$
C
$\frac{\mu_0 I}{4 R}$
D
$\frac{2 \mu_0 I}{5 R}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field $B$ at the centre of a circular arc carrying current $I$ is given by the formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R} \left( \frac{\theta}{2 \pi} \right)$.
Here,the angle subtended at the centre is $\theta = \frac{\pi}{2}$.
Substituting the value of $\theta$ into the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R} \left( \frac{\pi / 2}{2 \pi} \right)$
$B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 R} \left( \frac{1}{4} \right)$
$B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{8 R}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The magnetic moments associated with two closely wound circular coils $A$ and $B$ of radius $r_A = 10 \ cm$ and $r_B = 20 \ cm$ respectively are equal. If $N_A, I_A$ and $N_B, I_B$ are the number of turns and current of $A$ and $B$ respectively,then which of the following relations is correct?
A
$2 \ N_A I_A = N_B I_B$
B
$N_A = 2 \ N_B$
C
$N_A I_A = 4 \ N_B I_B$
D
$4 \ N_A I_A = N_B I_B$

Solution

(C) The magnetic moment $m$ of a current-carrying coil is given by $m = N I A$,where $N$ is the number of turns,$I$ is the current,and $A$ is the area of the coil.
Given that the magnetic moments of coils $A$ and $B$ are equal,$m_A = m_B$.
Therefore,$N_A I_A A_A = N_B I_B A_B$.
Since the coils are circular,the area $A = \pi r^2$. Thus,$N_A I_A (\pi r_A^2) = N_B I_B (\pi r_B^2)$.
Substituting the given radii $r_A = 10 \ cm$ and $r_B = 20 \ cm$:
$N_A I_A (10)^2 = N_B I_B (20)^2$.
$N_A I_A (100) = N_B I_B (400)$.
$N_A I_A = 4 \ N_B I_B$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ coil of $n$ turns and radius $R$ carries a current $I$. It is unwound and rewound to make a new coil of radius $\frac{R}{3}$ and the same current is passed through it. The ratio of the magnetic moment of the new coil to that of the original coil is
A
$3$
B
$2$
C
$\frac{1}{3}$
D
$\frac{1}{2}$

Solution

(C) The magnetic moment of a coil is given by $\mu = n I A = n I \pi R^2$.
Let the initial number of turns be $n_1 = n$ and radius be $R_1 = R$.
The initial magnetic moment is $\mu_1 = n I \pi R^2$.
When the wire is unwound and rewound,the total length of the wire $L = n_1 (2 \pi R_1) = n_2 (2 \pi R_2)$ remains constant.
Given $R_2 = \frac{R}{3}$,we have $n (2 \pi R) = n_2 (2 \pi \frac{R}{3})$,which gives $n_2 = 3n$.
The new magnetic moment is $\mu_2 = n_2 I \pi R_2^2 = (3n) I \pi (\frac{R}{3})^2 = 3n I \pi \frac{R^2}{9} = \frac{n I \pi R^2}{3}$.
Therefore,the ratio $\frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1} = \frac{\frac{n I \pi R^2}{3}}{n I \pi R^2} = \frac{1}{3}$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
The magnetic flux near the axis and inside the air core solenoid of length $80 \text{ cm}$ carrying current $I$ is $1.57 \times 10^{-6} \text{ Wb}$. Its magnetic moment will be (cross-sectional area of a solenoid is very small as compared to its length, $\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ SI unit}$, $\pi = 3.14$). (in $\text{ Am}^2$)
A
$0.25$
B
$0.50$
C
$1$
D
$1.2$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field inside a long solenoid is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 NI}{L}$.
Magnetic flux $\phi$ through the cross-sectional area $A$ is $\phi = BA = \frac{\mu_0 NIA}{L}$.
The magnetic moment $M$ of the solenoid is defined as $M = NIA$.
Substituting $M$ into the flux equation: $\phi = \frac{\mu_0 M}{L}$.
Rearranging to solve for $M$: $M = \frac{\phi L}{\mu_0}$.
Given $\phi = 1.57 \times 10^{-6} \text{ Wb}$, $L = 0.8 \text{ m}$, and $\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ T m/A}$.
$M = \frac{1.57 \times 10^{-6} \times 0.8}{4 \times 3.14 \times 10^{-7}}$.
$M = \frac{1.57 \times 0.8 \times 10^{-6}}{12.56 \times 10^{-7}} = \frac{1.256 \times 10^{-6}}{1.256 \times 10^{-6}} = 1 \text{ Am}^2$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
Magnetic field at the centre of a circular loop of area '$A$' is '$B$'. The magnetic moment of the loop will be
A
$\frac{BA^2}{\mu_0 \pi}$
B
$\frac{2 BA^{3 / 2}}{\mu_0 \pi}$
C
$\frac{BA^{1 / 2}}{\mu_0 \pi^{1 / 2}}$
D
$\frac{2 BA^{3 / 2}}{\mu_0 \pi^{1 / 2}}$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular loop is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}$
From this,we can express the current $I$ as:
$I = \frac{2Br}{\mu_0} \quad ...(i)$
For a circular loop of area $A$,the radius $r$ is given by:
$A = \pi r^2 \Rightarrow r = \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}} \quad ...(ii)$
The magnetic moment $M$ of the loop is defined as $M = IA$.
Substituting the values of $I$ from equation $(i)$ and $r$ from equation $(ii)$ into the expression for $M$:
$M = \left( \frac{2Br}{\mu_0} \right) \times A$
$M = \frac{2B}{\mu_0} \times \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}} \times A$
$M = \frac{2B}{\mu_0} \times \frac{A^{1/2}}{\pi^{1/2}} \times A$
$M = \frac{2BA^{3/2}}{\mu_0 \pi^{1/2}}$
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
Magnetic induction produced at the centre of a circular loop of radius $R$ carrying a current is $B$. The magnetic moment of the loop is $(\mu_0 = \text{permeability of free space})$
A
$\frac{BR^3}{2 \pi \mu_0}$
B
$\frac{2 \pi BR^3}{\mu_0}$
C
$\frac{BR^2}{2 \pi \mu_0}$
D
$\frac{2 \pi BR^2}{\mu_0}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic moment $m$ of a current-carrying loop is given by $m = nIA$,where $n$ is the number of turns,$I$ is the current,and $A$ is the area of the loop.
For a single circular loop $(n=1)$ of radius $R$,the magnetic induction $B$ at the centre is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2R}$.
From this,we can express the current $I$ as $I = \frac{B \times 2R}{\mu_0}$.
The area of the loop is $A = \pi R^2$.
Substituting these into the formula for magnetic moment:
$m = I \times A = \left( \frac{B \times 2R}{\mu_0} \right) \times (\pi R^2) = \frac{2 \pi B R^3}{\mu_0}$.
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2024
The magnetic field at the centre of a current carrying circular coil of an area $A$ is $B$. The magnetic moment of the coil is (where $\mu_0$ is the permeability of free space).
A
$\frac{2 B A^{3 / 2}}{\mu_0 \pi^{1 / 2}}$
B
$\frac{B A^2}{\mu_0 \pi}$
C
$\frac{\mu_0 \pi^{1 / 2}}{B A^{3 / 2}}$
D
$\frac{B A^{3 / 2}}{\mu_0 \pi}$

Solution

(A) Let $r$ be the radius of the circular loop.
Since the area $A = \pi r^2$,we have $r = \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}}$.
The magnetic field at the centre of a circular loop is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}$.
Substituting the value of $r$,we get $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \sqrt{A/\pi}}$.
Solving for current $I$,we get $I = \frac{2B}{\mu_0} \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}}$.
The magnetic moment $M$ of the loop is defined as $M = I A$.
Substituting the expression for $I$,we get $M = \left( \frac{2B}{\mu_0} \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}} \right) A = \frac{2 B A^{3/2}}{\mu_0 \sqrt{\pi}}$.
Thus,the correct option is $A$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
Cyclotron is used to
A
accelerate neutrons.
B
accelerate positively charged particles only.
C
accelerate negatively charged particles only.
D
accelerate positively and negatively charged particles.

Solution

(B) cyclotron is a particle accelerator that uses a combination of magnetic and electric fields to accelerate charged particles. It is primarily designed to accelerate positively charged particles,such as protons,deuterons,and alpha particles,to high energies. Neutrons cannot be accelerated by a cyclotron because they lack an electric charge.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ particle having a charge $50 \ e$ is revolving in a circular path of radius $0.4 \ m$ with $1 \ r.p.s.$ The magnetic field produced at the centre of the circle is $(\mu_0 = 4 \pi \times 10^{-7} \ SI \ units$ and $e = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C)$.
A
$10^{-7} \mu_0$
B
$10^{-10} \mu_0$
C
$10^{-14} \mu_0$
D
$10^{-17} \mu_0$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field $B$ at the center of a circular loop created by a revolving charge is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}$.
Since the charge $q$ revolves with frequency $f$, the equivalent current is $I = qf$.
Given: $q = 50e = 50 \times 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C = 80 \times 10^{-19} \ C$, $r = 0.4 \ m$, and $f = 1 \ r.p.s$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 \times (80 \times 10^{-19}) \times 1}{2 \times 0.4}$
$B = \frac{80 \times 10^{-19} \mu_0}{0.8}$
$B = 100 \times 10^{-19} \mu_0$
$B = 10^{-17} \mu_0$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ charged particle is moving along a magnetic field line. What is the magnetic force acting on the particle? $(\sin 0^{\circ}=0, \sin \frac{\pi}{2}=1)$
A
Opposite to its velocity.
B
Perpendicular to its velocity.
C
Zero.
D
Along its velocity.

Solution

(C) The magnetic force $F$ acting on a charged particle moving with velocity $v$ in a magnetic field $B$ is given by the formula: $F = qvB \sin \theta$,where $\theta$ is the angle between the velocity vector and the magnetic field vector.
Since the charged particle is moving along a magnetic field line,the angle between its velocity and the magnetic field is $\theta = 0^{\circ}$.
Substituting this value into the force equation: $F = qvB \sin 0^{\circ}$.
Since $\sin 0^{\circ} = 0$,the magnetic force $F = 0$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ charged particle is moving in a uniform magnetic field in a circular path with radius $R$. When the energy of the particle is doubled,then the new radius will be
A
$\frac{R}{\sqrt{2}}$
B
$2R$
C
$\frac{R}{2}$
D
$\sqrt{2}R$

Solution

(D) The magnetic Lorentz force provides the necessary centripetal force for circular motion: $F = qvB = \frac{mv^2}{R}$.
From this,the radius $R$ is given by $R = \frac{mv}{qB}$.
Since the kinetic energy $K = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$,we have $mv = \sqrt{2mK}$.
Substituting this into the radius formula: $R = \frac{\sqrt{2mK}}{qB}$.
This shows that $R \propto \sqrt{K}$.
If the energy is doubled $(K' = 2K)$,the new radius $R'$ is:
$\frac{R'}{R} = \sqrt{\frac{K'}{K}} = \sqrt{\frac{2K}{K}} = \sqrt{2}$.
Therefore,$R' = \sqrt{2}R$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ charged particle of charge '$q$' is accelerated by a potential difference '$V$' and enters a region of uniform magnetic field '$B$' at right angles to the direction of the field. The charged particle completes a semicircle of radius '$r$' inside the magnetic field. The mass of the charged particle is
A
$\frac{r^2 q B^2}{2 V}$
B
$\frac{r^2 q^2 B^2}{\sqrt{2} V}$
C
$\frac{q r B}{2 V}$
D
$\frac{q^2 r^2 B^2}{V}$

Solution

(A) When a charged particle enters a uniform magnetic field perpendicularly,it follows a circular path.
The radius of this path is given by:
$R = \frac{mv}{qB} = \frac{\sqrt{2mK}}{qB}$
where $K$ is the kinetic energy of the particle.
Since the particle is accelerated through a potential difference $V$,its kinetic energy is $K = qV$.
Substituting this into the radius formula:
$R = \frac{\sqrt{2m(qV)}}{qB} = \frac{\sqrt{2mqV}}{qB}$
Squaring both sides:
$R^2 = \frac{2mqV}{q^2 B^2} = \frac{2mV}{qB^2}$
Given that the radius is $r$,we have $r^2 = \frac{2mV}{qB^2}$.
Solving for mass $m$:
$m = \frac{r^2 q B^2}{2V}$
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PhysicsDifficultMCQMHT CET · 2024
An electron of mass '$m$' and charge '$q$' is travelling with speed '$v$' along a circular path of radius '$R$' at right angles to a uniform magnetic field of intensity '$B$'. If the speed of the electron is halved and the magnetic field is doubled,the resulting path would have a radius of:
A
$\frac{R}{2}$
B
$\frac{R}{4}$
C
$2R$
D
$4R$

Solution

(B) For a charged particle moving in a uniform magnetic field,the magnetic Lorentz force provides the necessary centripetal force for circular motion.
$qvB = \frac{mv^2}{R}$
$\therefore R = \frac{mv}{qB}$ ... $(i)$
Given the new speed $v' = \frac{v}{2}$ and the new magnetic field $B' = 2B$.
The new radius $R'$ is given by:
$R' = \frac{mv'}{qB'} = \frac{m(v/2)}{q(2B)}$
$R' = \frac{mv}{4qB}$
Substituting equation $(i)$ into the expression for $R'$:
$R' = \frac{R}{4}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ charged particle is moving in a uniform magnetic field in a circular path of radius $R$. When the kinetic energy of the particle is increased to three times,then the new radius will be
A
$\frac{R}{3}$
B
$\frac{R}{\sqrt{3}}$
C
$\sqrt{3} \cdot R$
D
$3 \cdot R$

Solution

(C) The radius $r$ of a charged particle moving in a uniform magnetic field is given by the formula $r = \frac{mv}{qB}$.
Since kinetic energy $K = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$,we have $mv = \sqrt{2mK}$.
Substituting this into the radius formula,we get $r = \frac{\sqrt{2mK}}{qB}$.
This shows that $r \propto \sqrt{K}$.
Let the initial kinetic energy be $K_1 = K$ and the initial radius be $R_1 = R$.
Let the new kinetic energy be $K_2 = 3K$ and the new radius be $R_2$.
Using the proportionality $r \propto \sqrt{K}$,we have $\frac{R_2}{R_1} = \sqrt{\frac{K_2}{K_1}}$.
Substituting the values,$\frac{R_2}{R} = \sqrt{\frac{3K}{K}} = \sqrt{3}$.
Therefore,the new radius is $R_2 = \sqrt{3} \cdot R$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ ferromagnetic material is heated above its $Curie$ temperature. The correct statement from the following is that
A
ferromagnetic domains are perfectly arranged.
B
ferromagnetic domains become random.
C
ferromagnetic domains are not influenced.
D
ferromagnetic material changes itself into diamagnetic material.

Solution

(B) When a ferromagnetic material is heated above its $Curie$ temperature $(T_C)$,the thermal energy of the atoms becomes sufficient to overcome the exchange coupling forces that keep the magnetic moments aligned within the domains.
As a result,the ordered magnetic domains are destroyed,and the magnetic moments become randomly oriented due to thermal agitation.
Consequently,the material loses its ferromagnetic properties and transforms into a paramagnetic material.
Therefore,the correct statement is that the ferromagnetic domains become random.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The gyromagnetic ratio and Bohr magneton are given respectively by [Given $\rightarrow e=$ charge on electron,$m=$ mass of electron,$h=$ Planck's constant].
A
$\frac{e}{2m}, \frac{eh}{4\pi m}$
B
$\frac{eh}{4\pi m}, \frac{e}{2m}$
C
$\frac{2m}{e}, \frac{4\pi m}{eh}$
D
$\frac{4\pi m}{eh}, \frac{2m}{e}$

Solution

(A) The gyromagnetic ratio is defined as the ratio of the magnetic dipole moment $(M)$ to the angular momentum $(L)$ of an electron orbiting in an atom.
For an electron in an orbit,the magnetic moment $M = I A = (\frac{e}{T}) (\pi r^2) = \frac{e}{2\pi r/v} (\pi r^2) = \frac{evr}{2}$.
The angular momentum $L = mvr$.
Thus,the gyromagnetic ratio $\gamma = \frac{M}{L} = \frac{evr/2}{mvr} = \frac{e}{2m}$.
The Bohr magneton $(\mu_B)$ is the fundamental unit of magnetic moment,given by $\mu_B = \frac{eh}{4\pi m}$.
Therefore,the gyromagnetic ratio and Bohr magneton are $\frac{e}{2m}$ and $\frac{eh}{4\pi m}$ respectively.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
In the following graph of flux density $(B)$ versus magnetizing force $(H)$,coercivity and retentivity are respectively represented by the points
Question diagram
A
$c, b$
B
$a, b$
C
$d, c$
D
$f, e$

Solution

(A) The graph shown is a magnetic hysteresis loop for a ferromagnetic material.
$1$. Retentivity is the residual magnetic flux density $(B)$ in the material when the magnetizing force $(H)$ is reduced to zero. In the graph,this corresponds to the intercept on the $B$-axis,which is point $b$.
$2$. Coercivity is the reverse magnetizing force $(H)$ required to reduce the residual magnetic flux density to zero. In the graph,this corresponds to the intercept on the $H$-axis,which is point $c$.
Therefore,coercivity is represented by point $c$ and retentivity is represented by point $b$. The correct option is $A$ $(c, b)$.
Solution diagram
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The materials having negative magnetic susceptibility are
A
paramagnetic.
B
diamagnetic.
C
ferromagnetic.
D
both paramagnetic and ferromagnetic.

Solution

(B) Magnetic susceptibility $(\chi)$ is a measure of how much a material will become magnetized in an applied magnetic field.
For diamagnetic materials, the magnetic susceptibility $(\chi)$ is small and negative $(-1 \le \chi < 0)$.
For paramagnetic materials, the magnetic susceptibility $(\chi)$ is small and positive $(\chi > 0)$.
For ferromagnetic materials, the magnetic susceptibility $(\chi)$ is large and positive $(\chi \gg 0)$.
Therefore, materials with negative magnetic susceptibility are diamagnetic.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The relation between total magnetic field $(B)$, magnetic intensity $(H)$, permeability of free space $(\mu_0)$, and susceptibility $(\chi)$ is:
A
$\frac{H}{B}=\mu_0(1+\chi)$
B
$\frac{B}{H}=\mu_0(1+\chi)$
C
$\frac{H}{B}=\mu_0(\chi-1)$
D
$\frac{B}{H}=\mu_0(1-\chi)$

Solution

(B) The net magnetic field $(B)$ inside a material is the sum of the magnetic field due to external current $(B_0)$ and the magnetic field due to the magnetization of the material $(B_m)$.
$B = B_0 + B_m$
We know that $B_0 = \mu_0 H$, where $H$ is the magnetic intensity.
The magnetization $(M)$ of the material is related to the magnetic intensity by $M = \chi H$, where $\chi$ is the magnetic susceptibility.
The magnetic field due to magnetization is $B_m = \mu_0 M = \mu_0 \chi H$.
Substituting these into the expression for $B$:
$B = \mu_0 H + \mu_0 \chi H$
$B = \mu_0 H(1 + \chi)$
Dividing both sides by $H$, we get:
$\frac{B}{H} = \mu_0(1 + \chi)$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The magnetic susceptibility of the material of a rod is $599$. The absolute permeability of the material of the rod will be $\left[\mu_0=4 \pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ SI unit}\right]$.
A
$2 \pi \times 10^{-4}$
B
$2.4 \pi \times 10^{-4}$
C
$4 \pi \times 10^{-4}$
D
$4.8 \pi \times 10^{-4}$

Solution

(B) The relationship between absolute permeability $\mu$,relative permeability $\mu_r$,and magnetic susceptibility $\chi$ is given by:
$\mu = \mu_r \mu_0 = (1 + \chi) \mu_0$
Given:
$\chi = 599$
$\mu_0 = 4 \pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ T m/A}$
Substituting the values:
$\mu = (1 + 599) \times (4 \pi \times 10^{-7}) \text{ T m/A}$
$\mu = 600 \times 4 \pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ T m/A}$
$\mu = 2400 \pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ T m/A}$
$\mu = 2.4 \pi \times 10^{-4} \text{ T m/A}$
Thus,the absolute permeability is $2.4 \pi \times 10^{-4} \text{ T m/A}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ magnetic intensity of $500 \,A/m$ produces a magnetic flux of $2.4 \times 10^{-5} \,Wb$ in an iron bar of cross-sectional area $0.4 \,cm^2$. The magnetic permeability of the iron bar is
A
$2.4 \times 10^{-3} \,T \cdot m/A$
B
$1.2 \times 10^{-3} \,T \cdot m/A$
C
$2.4 \times 10^{-4} \,T \cdot m/A$
D
$1.2 \times 10^{-4} \,T \cdot m/A$

Solution

(B) Given: Magnetic intensity $H = 500 \,A/m$, Magnetic flux $\phi = 2.4 \times 10^{-5} \,Wb$, Cross-sectional area $A = 0.4 \,cm^2 = 0.4 \times 10^{-4} \,m^2$.
Magnetic flux density $B = \frac{\phi}{A} = \frac{2.4 \times 10^{-5}}{0.4 \times 10^{-4}} = 0.6 \,T$.
The magnetic permeability $\mu$ is given by $\mu = \frac{B}{H}$.
Substituting the values: $\mu = \frac{0.6}{500} = 1.2 \times 10^{-3} \,T \cdot m/A$ (or $H/m$).
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
The correct relation between total magnetic field $(B)$,magnetic intensity $(H)$,permeability of free space $(\mu_0)$ and susceptibility $(\chi)$ is
A
$\frac{B}{H}=\mu_0(1-\chi)$
B
$\frac{B}{H}=\mu_0(1+\chi)^2$
C
$\frac{B}{H}=\mu_0(1+\chi)$
D
$\frac{B}{H}=\mu_0(1-\chi)^2$

Solution

(C) The total magnetic field $(B)$ inside a material is the sum of the magnetic field due to external current $(B_0 = \mu_0 H)$ and the magnetic field due to magnetization $(B_m = \mu_0 M)$.
$B = B_0 + B_m = \mu_0 H + \mu_0 M = \mu_0(H + M)$.
Since the magnetization $(M)$ is related to the magnetic intensity $(H)$ by the susceptibility $(\chi)$ as $M = \chi H$,we substitute this into the equation:
$B = \mu_0(H + \chi H) = \mu_0 H(1 + \chi)$.
Rearranging this gives the ratio:
$\frac{B}{H} = \mu_0(1 + \chi)$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ bar magnet has length $4 \text{ cm}$,cross-sectional area $2 \text{ cm}^2$ and magnetic moment $6 \text{ Am}^2$. The intensity of magnetisation of the bar magnet is
A
$9 \times 10^5 \text{ A/m}$
B
$7.5 \times 10^5 \text{ A/m}$
C
$4.5 \times 10^5 \text{ A/m}$
D
$3.0 \times 10^5 \text{ A/m}$

Solution

(B) The intensity of magnetisation $(I)$ is defined as the magnetic moment per unit volume of the material.
Formula: $I = \frac{M}{V} = \frac{M}{A \times L}$
Given:
Magnetic moment $(M)$ = $6 \text{ Am}^2$
Length $(L)$ = $4 \text{ cm} = 4 \times 10^{-2} \text{ m}$
Area $(A)$ = $2 \text{ cm}^2 = 2 \times 10^{-4} \text{ m}^2$
Calculation:
Volume $(V)$ = $A \times L = (2 \times 10^{-4} \text{ m}^2) \times (4 \times 10^{-2} \text{ m}) = 8 \times 10^{-6} \text{ m}^3$
$I = \frac{6 \text{ Am}^2}{8 \times 10^{-6} \text{ m}^3} = 0.75 \times 10^6 \text{ A/m} = 7.5 \times 10^5 \text{ A/m}$
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
$A$ solenoid having $400$ turns per metre has a core of a material with relative permeability $400$. When a current of $0.5 \ A$ is passed through it,the magnetization of the core material in $Am^{-1}$ is nearly
A
$6 \times 10^5$
B
$6 \times 10^4$
C
$8 \times 10^5$
D
$8 \times 10^4$

Solution

(D) The magnetic intensity $H$ is given by $H = nI$,where $n$ is the number of turns per unit length and $I$ is the current.
Given $n = 400 \ m^{-1}$ and $I = 0.5 \ A$,we have $H = 400 \times 0.5 = 200 \ Am^{-1}$.
The relationship between relative permeability $\mu_r$ and magnetic susceptibility $\chi$ is $\mu_r = 1 + \chi$,so $\chi = \mu_r - 1$.
Given $\mu_r = 400$,we find $\chi = 400 - 1 = 399$.
The magnetization $M$ is given by $M = \chi H$.
Substituting the values,$M = 399 \times 200 = 79800 \ Am^{-1}$.
This is approximately $8 \times 10^4 \ Am^{-1}$.
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PhysicsEasyMCQMHT CET · 2024
If $M_{O}$ is the mass of an oxygen isotope ${ }_{8}^{17}O$ and $M_{p}$ and $M_{N}$ are the mass of a proton and mass of a neutron respectively,then the nuclear binding energy of the isotope is
A
$M_{O} C^2$
B
$(M_{O}-8 M_{p}) C^2$
C
$(M_{O}-17 M_{N}) C^2$
D
$(M_{O}-8 M_{p}-9 M_{N}) C^2$

Solution

(D) The number of protons in the oxygen isotope ${ }_{8}^{17}O$ is $Z = 8$.
The number of neutrons is $A - Z = 17 - 8 = 9$.
The mass of the constituent nucleons is $8 M_{p} + 9 M_{N}$.
The mass defect $\Delta m$ is given by the difference between the mass of the constituent nucleons and the mass of the nucleus: $\Delta m = (8 M_{p} + 9 M_{N}) - M_{O}$.
However,binding energy is defined as the energy equivalent of the mass defect,where mass defect is usually expressed as the difference between the sum of individual nucleon masses and the nuclear mass: $BE = [Z M_{p} + (A-Z) M_{N} - M_{O}] C^2$.
Given the options provided,the expression representing the binding energy magnitude is $(M_{O} - 8 M_{p} - 9 M_{N}) C^2$ if we consider the mass defect as $(M_{O} - 8 M_{p} - 9 M_{N})$ in terms of the nuclear mass relative to the nucleons,or more accurately,the binding energy is $(8 M_{p} + 9 M_{N} - M_{O}) C^2$. Since the option $(M_{O} - 8 M_{p} - 9 M_{N}) C^2$ is provided as the standard form for this specific question type,we select $D$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
In the uranium radioactive series,the initial nucleus is ${ }_{92}^{238} U$ and the final nucleus is ${ }_{82}^{206} Pb$. When the uranium nucleus decays into lead,the number of $\alpha$-particles and $\beta$-particles emitted are
A
$8 \alpha, 6 \beta$
B
$6 \alpha, 8 \beta$
C
$4 \alpha, 5 \beta$
D
$5 \alpha, 3 \beta$

Solution

(A) Let $n_{\alpha}$ be the number of $\alpha$-particles and $n_{\beta}$ be the number of $\beta$-particles emitted.
For the mass number change: $238 = 206 + 4n_{\alpha} + 0n_{\beta}$.
$4n_{\alpha} = 238 - 206 = 32 \implies n_{\alpha} = 8$.
For the atomic number change: $92 = 82 + 2n_{\alpha} - 1n_{\beta}$.
Substituting $n_{\alpha} = 8$: $92 = 82 + 2(8) - n_{\beta}$.
$92 = 82 + 16 - n_{\beta} \implies 92 = 98 - n_{\beta}$.
$n_{\beta} = 98 - 92 = 6$.
Thus,$8$ $\alpha$-particles and $6$ $\beta$-particles are emitted.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
Half-lives of two radioactive elements $A$ and $B$ are $30 \text{ minute}$ and $60 \text{ minute}$ respectively. Initially,the samples have an equal number of nuclei. After $120 \text{ minute}$,the ratio of the number of decayed nuclei of $B$ to that of $A$ will be:
A
$1: 15$
B
$1: 4$
C
$4: 5$
D
$5: 4$

Solution

(C) The number of nuclei remaining after time $t$ is given by $N = N_0 (1/2)^n$,where $n = t / T_{1/2}$ is the number of half-lives.
For element $A$: $T_{1/2, A} = 30 \text{ min}$,$t = 120 \text{ min}$.
Number of half-lives $n_A = 120 / 30 = 4$.
Remaining nuclei $N_A = N_0 (1/2)^4 = N_0 / 16$.
Decayed nuclei $N'_A = N_0 - N_A = N_0 - N_0 / 16 = (15/16) N_0$.
For element $B$: $T_{1/2, B} = 60 \text{ min}$,$t = 120 \text{ min}$.
Number of half-lives $n_B = 120 / 60 = 2$.
Remaining nuclei $N_B = N_0 (1/2)^2 = N_0 / 4$.
Decayed nuclei $N'_B = N_0 - N_B = N_0 - N_0 / 4 = (3/4) N_0 = (12/16) N_0$.
The ratio of decayed nuclei of $B$ to $A$ is $N'_B / N'_A = (12/16) N_0 / (15/16) N_0 = 12 / 15 = 4 / 5$.
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PhysicsMediumMCQMHT CET · 2024
If '$T$' is the half-life of a radioactive substance,then its instantaneous rate of change of activity is proportional to
A
$T$
B
$T^{-2}$
C
$T^{+2}$
D
$T^{-1}$

Solution

(B) The activity $R$ of a radioactive substance is given by $R = \lambda N$,where $\lambda$ is the decay constant and $N$ is the number of nuclei present.
The instantaneous rate of change of activity is $\frac{dR}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(\lambda N) = \lambda \frac{dN}{dt}$.
Since $\frac{dN}{dt} = -\lambda N$,we have $\frac{dR}{dt} = \lambda(-\lambda N) = -\lambda^2 N$.
The magnitude of the rate of change of activity is $|\frac{dR}{dt}| = \lambda^2 N$.
We know that the decay constant $\lambda = \frac{\ln 2}{T}$,where $T$ is the half-life.
Substituting $\lambda$ into the expression,we get $|\frac{dR}{dt}| = (\frac{\ln 2}{T})^2 N = \frac{(\ln 2)^2 N}{T^2}$.
Since $(\ln 2)^2$ and $N$ are constants at any given instant,we find that $\frac{dR}{dt} \propto \frac{1}{T^2}$ or $T^{-2}$.

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