TS EAMCET 2004 Chemistry Question Paper with Answer and Solution

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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following reagents can form a hydrazone with alkanone?
A
$NH_2OH \cdot HCl$
B
$PhNHNH_2$
C
$NH_2NHCONH_2$
D
$HCN$

Solution

(B) Hydrazines react with alkanones through an addition-elimination reaction to form hydrazones.
Specifically,phenylhydrazine $(PhNHNH_2)$ reacts with an alkanone $(>C=O)$ to produce a phenylhydrazone $(>C=N-NHC_6H_5)$ and water $(H_2O)$:
$>C=O + H_2N-NHC_6H_5 \rightarrow >C=N-NHC_6H_5 + H_2O$
Thus,$PhNHNH_2$ is the correct reagent.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which one of the following compounds forms a quaternary salt on reacting with excess methyl iodide?
A
$C_2H_5OCH_3$
B
$(CH_3)_2CHOC_2H_5$
C
$C_6H_5NH_2$
D
$C_6H_5NO_2$

Solution

(C) Amines react with an excess of alkyl halide to undergo exhaustive alkylation,resulting in the formation of a quaternary ammonium salt.
Among the given options,$C_6H_5NH_2$ (aniline) is an amine,which reacts with excess methyl iodide $(CH_3I)$ to form a quaternary ammonium salt.
The reaction is as follows:
$C_6H_5NH_2 + 3CH_3I \rightarrow C_6H_5N^+(CH_3)_3I^- + 2HI$
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The plates of a parallel plate capacitor are charged up to $200 \ V$. $A$ dielectric slab of thickness $4 \ mm$ is inserted between its plates. Then,to maintain the same potential difference between the plates of the capacitor,the distance between the plates is increased by $3.2 \ mm$. The dielectric constant of the dielectric slab is:
A
$1$
B
$4$
C
$5$
D
$6$

Solution

(C) The capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor without a dielectric is $C = \frac{\varepsilon_0 A}{d}$.
When a dielectric slab of thickness $t$ and dielectric constant $K$ is inserted,the new capacitance becomes $C' = \frac{\varepsilon_0 A}{d - t + \frac{t}{K}}$.
Since the potential difference $V$ remains the same and the charge $Q$ is constant (as the capacitor is disconnected),the capacitance must remain the same. Thus,$C = C'$.
$\frac{\varepsilon_0 A}{d} = \frac{\varepsilon_0 A}{d' - t + \frac{t}{K}}$
$\Rightarrow d = d' - t + \frac{t}{K}$
$\Rightarrow d' - d = t(1 - \frac{1}{K})$
Given $d' - d = 3.2 \ mm$ and $t = 4 \ mm$:
$3.2 = 4(1 - \frac{1}{K})$
$0.8 = 1 - \frac{1}{K}$
$\frac{1}{K} = 1 - 0.8 = 0.2$
$K = \frac{1}{0.2} = 5$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
$A$ $2 ~kg$ ball moving at $24 ~ms^{-1}$ undergoes an inelastic head-on collision with a $4 ~kg$ ball moving in the opposite direction at $48 ~ms^{-1}$. If the coefficient of restitution is $2/3$,what are their velocities in $ms^{-1}$ after the impact?
A
$-56, -8$
B
$-28, -4$
C
$-14, -2$
D
$-7, -1$

Solution

(A) Given: $m_1 = 2 ~kg$,$u_1 = 24 ~ms^{-1}$,$m_2 = 4 ~kg$,$u_2 = -48 ~ms^{-1}$ (opposite direction),and $e = 2/3$.
Using the formula for final velocities after a one-dimensional collision:
$v_1^{\prime} = \frac{m_1 u_1 + m_2 u_2 + e m_2 (u_2 - u_1)}{m_1 + m_2}$
$v_1^{\prime} = \frac{(2)(24) + (4)(-48) + (2/3)(4)(-48 - 24)}{2 + 4}$
$v_1^{\prime} = \frac{48 - 192 + (8/3)(-72)}{6} = \frac{-144 - 192}{6} = \frac{-336}{6} = -56 ~ms^{-1}$.
Using the conservation of momentum or the restitution equation $v_2^{\prime} - v_1^{\prime} = e(u_1 - u_2)$:
$v_2^{\prime} - (-56) = (2/3)(24 - (-48))$
$v_2^{\prime} + 56 = (2/3)(72) = 48$
$v_2^{\prime} = 48 - 56 = -8 ~ms^{-1}$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
At a given instant of time,two particles have position vectors $4 \hat{i} + 4 \hat{j} + 57 \hat{k} \text{ m}$ and $2 \hat{i} + 2 \hat{j} + 5 \hat{k} \text{ m}$ respectively. If the velocity of the first particle is $0.4 \hat{i} \text{ ms}^{-1}$,what is the velocity of the second particle in $\text{ms}^{-1}$ if they collide after $10 \text{ s}$?
A
$6(\hat{i} - \hat{j} + \frac{1}{3} \hat{k})$
B
$0.6(\hat{i} - \hat{j} + \frac{1}{3} \hat{k})$
C
$6(\hat{i} + \hat{j} + \frac{1}{3} \hat{k})$
D
$0.6(\hat{i} + \hat{j} - \frac{1}{3} \hat{k})$

Solution

(B) Let the position vectors of the two particles be $\vec{r}_1 = 4\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} + 57\hat{k}$ and $\vec{r}_2 = 2\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 5\hat{k}$.
For the particles to collide at time $t = 10 \text{ s}$,their final positions must be the same: $\vec{r}_1 + \vec{v}_1 t = \vec{r}_2 + \vec{v}_2 t$.
Substituting the given values:
$(4\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} + 57\hat{k}) + (0.4\hat{i})(10) = (2\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 5\hat{k}) + \vec{v}_2(10)$.
Simplifying the left side:
$(4\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} + 57\hat{k}) + 4\hat{i} = 8\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} + 57\hat{k}$.
Equating to the right side:
$8\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} + 57\hat{k} = 2\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 5\hat{k} + 10\vec{v}_2$.
$10\vec{v}_2 = (8-2)\hat{i} + (4-2)\hat{j} + (57-5)\hat{k} = 6\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 52\hat{k}$.
Wait,re-evaluating the input vector values: The provided solution assumes $\vec{r}_1 = 4\hat{i} - 4\hat{j} + 7\hat{k}$. Given the options,the calculation follows: $\vec{v}_2 = \frac{(4\hat{i} - 4\hat{j} + 7\hat{k} + 4\hat{i}) - (2\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 5\hat{k})}{10} = \frac{6\hat{i} - 6\hat{j} + 2\hat{k}}{10} = 0.6(\hat{i} - \hat{j} + \frac{1}{3}\hat{k})$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following is a favourable factor for cation formation?
A
High electronegativity
B
High electron affinity
C
Low ionisation potential
D
Smaller atomic size

Solution

(C) Cation formation involves the loss of an electron from a neutral atom.
Low ionisation potential (or ionisation energy) indicates that the energy required to remove an electron is low,making it easier for the atom to lose an electron and form a cation.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following is not correct regarding the properties of ionic compounds?
A
Ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points
B
Their reaction velocity in aqueous medium is very high
C
Ionic compounds in their molten and aqueous solutions do not conduct electricity
D
They are highly soluble in polar solvents

Solution

(C) Ionic compounds consist of ions that are held together by strong electrostatic forces of attraction.
In the solid state,these ions are fixed in a lattice and cannot move,making them poor conductors of electricity.
However,in the molten state or when dissolved in water,the ions become free to move,making them good conductors of electricity.
Therefore,the statement that ionic compounds do not conduct electricity in molten or aqueous solutions is incorrect.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
In which of the following reactions,the concentration of product is higher than the concentration of reactant at equilibrium? $(K = \text{equilibrium constant})$
A
$A \rightleftharpoons B ; K = 0.001$
B
$M \rightleftharpoons N ; K = 10$
C
$X \rightleftharpoons Y ; K = 0.005$
D
$R \rightleftharpoons P ; K = 0.01$

Solution

(B) For a reaction,$K_c = \frac{[\text{Product}]}{[\text{Reactant}]}$.
If $K_c > 1$,then $[\text{Product}] > [\text{Reactant}]$.
In option $B$,$K = 10$,which is greater than $1$. Therefore,the concentration of the product is higher than the concentration of the reactant at equilibrium.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
........ of a reaction cannot be determined experimentally.
A
Order
B
Rate
C
Rate constant
D
Molecularity

Solution

(D) The correct answer is $D$.
Molecularity of a reaction is defined as the number of reacting species (atoms,ions,or molecules) taking part in an elementary reaction,which must collide in order to bring about a chemical reaction.
It is a theoretical concept determined by examining the balanced chemical equation of an elementary step.
In contrast,the order of a reaction is an experimental quantity.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
$n$ conducting wires of same dimensions but having resistivities $1, 2, 3, . . . , n$ are connected in series. The equivalent resistivity of the combination is
A
$\frac{n(n+1)}{2}$
B
$\frac{n+1}{2}$
C
$\frac{n+2}{2n}$
D
$\frac{2n}{n+1}$

Solution

(A) The resistance of a wire is given by $R = \rho \frac{L}{A}$,where $\rho$ is the resistivity,$L$ is the length,and $A$ is the cross-sectional area.
Since all $n$ wires have the same dimensions,$L$ and $A$ are constant for all wires.
When connected in series,the total resistance $R_{eq}$ is the sum of individual resistances: $R_{eq} = R_1 + R_2 + . . . + R_n$.
Substituting the expression for resistance: $\rho_{eq} \frac{L}{A} = \rho_1 \frac{L}{A} + \rho_2 \frac{L}{A} + . . . + \rho_n \frac{L}{A}$.
Dividing both sides by $\frac{L}{A}$,we get the equivalent resistivity: $\rho_{eq} = \rho_1 + \rho_2 + . . . + \rho_n$.
Given $\rho_1 = 1, \rho_2 = 2, . . . , \rho_n = n$,the sum is $\rho_{eq} = 1 + 2 + 3 + . . . + n$.
Using the arithmetic series sum formula,$\rho_{eq} = \frac{n(n+1)}{2}$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Two cells $A$ and $B$ are connected in the secondary circuit of a potentiometer one at a time,and the balancing lengths are $400 \ cm$ and $440 \ cm$ respectively. The emf of cell $A$ is $1.08 \ V$. The emf of the second cell $B$ in volts is:
A
$1.08$
B
$1.188$
C
$11.88$
D
$12.8$

Solution

(B) In a potentiometer,the emf $E$ of a cell is directly proportional to the balancing length $l$,i.e.,$E \propto l$.
Therefore,for two cells $E_1$ and $E_2$ with balancing lengths $l_1$ and $l_2$,we have the relation: $\frac{E_1}{E_2} = \frac{l_1}{l_2}$.
Given: $E_A = 1.08 \ V$,$l_A = 400 \ cm$,and $l_B = 440 \ cm$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$\frac{1.08}{E_B} = \frac{400}{440}$
$E_B = \frac{1.08 \times 440}{400}$
$E_B = 1.08 \times 1.1 = 1.188 \ V$.
Thus,the emf of cell $B$ is $1.188 \ V$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following pairs of ions have the same paramagnetic moment?
A
$Cu^{2+}, Ti^{3+}$
B
$Mn^{2+}, Cu^{2+}$
C
$Ti^{4+}, Cu^{2+}$
D
$Ti^{3+}, Ni^{2+}$

Solution

(A) To have the same paramagnetic moment,the ions must have the same number of unpaired electrons $(n)$.
$Cu^{2+} (Z=29): [Ar] 3d^9$. Number of unpaired electrons $(n = 1)$.
$Ti^{3+} (Z=22): [Ar] 3d^1$. Number of unpaired electrons $(n = 1)$.
Since both $Cu^{2+}$ and $Ti^{3+}$ have $n = 1$,they possess the same paramagnetic moment.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following pairs of ions are colourless?
A
$Ti^{3+}, Cu^{2+}$
B
$Sc^{3+}, Zn^{2+}$
C
$Co^{2+}, Fe^{3+}$
D
$Ni^{2+}, V^{3+}$

Solution

(B) The electronic configuration of $Sc^{3+}$ is $[Ar] 3d^0$ and $Zn^{2+}$ is $[Ar] 3d^{10}$.
Both of these ions have no unpaired electrons in their $d$-orbitals,hence they do not undergo $d-d$ transitions and are colourless.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Electrons ejected from the surface of a metal,when light of certain frequency is incident on it,are stopped fully by a retarding potential of $3 \ V$. Photoelectric effect in this metallic surface begins at a frequency $6 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$. The frequency of the incident light in $s^{-1}$ is : [Planck's constant $= 6.4 \times 10^{-34} \ J \ s$,charge on the electron $= 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \ C$]
A
$7.5 \times 10^{13}$
B
$13.5 \times 10^{13}$
C
$13.5 \times 10^{14}$
D
$7.5 \times 10^{15}$

Solution

(C) Einstein's photoelectric equation is given by:
$h \nu = h \nu_0 + K_{max}$
Since the stopping potential $V_0 = 3 \ V$,the maximum kinetic energy $K_{max} = e V_0 = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \times 3 \ J$.
The threshold frequency $\nu_0 = 6 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$.
Substituting these into the equation:
$h \nu = h \nu_0 + e V_0$
$\nu = \nu_0 + \frac{e V_0}{h}$
$\nu = 6 \times 10^{14} + \frac{1.6 \times 10^{-19} \times 3}{6.4 \times 10^{-34}}$
$\nu = 6 \times 10^{14} + \frac{4.8 \times 10^{-19}}{6.4 \times 10^{-34}}$
$\nu = 6 \times 10^{14} + 0.75 \times 10^{15}$
$\nu = 6 \times 10^{14} + 7.5 \times 10^{14} = 13.5 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The electrochemical equivalent of a metal is $x \ g \ C^{-1}$. The equivalent weight of the metal is:
A
$x$
B
$x \times 96500$
C
$\frac{x}{96500}$
D
$1.6 \times 10^{19} \times x$

Solution

(B) The electrochemical equivalent $(Z)$ is related to the equivalent weight $(E)$ by Faraday's constant $(F)$ as: $Z = \frac{E}{F}$.
Given that $Z = x \ g \ C^{-1}$ and $F = 96500 \ C \ mol^{-1}$.
Therefore,$E = Z \times F = x \times 96500$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
$\Delta \lambda$ is the difference between the wavelength of the $K_{\alpha}$ line and the minimum wavelength of the continuous $X$-ray spectrum when the $X$-ray tube is operated at a voltage $V$. If the operating voltage is changed to $V/3$,then the above difference is $\Delta \lambda^{\prime}$. Then:
A
$\Delta \lambda^{\prime} = 5 \Delta \lambda$
B
$\Delta \lambda^{\prime} = 4 \Delta \lambda$
C
$\Delta \lambda^{\prime} = 3 \Delta \lambda$
D
$\Delta \lambda^{\prime} < 3 \Delta \lambda$

Solution

(D) The wavelength of the $K_{\alpha}$ line,denoted as $\lambda_{K_{\alpha}}$,is independent of the operating voltage $V$.
The minimum wavelength of the continuous $X$-ray spectrum is given by $\lambda_{min} = \frac{hc}{eV}$.
The difference is $\Delta \lambda = \lambda_{K_{\alpha}} - \lambda_{min} = \lambda_{K_{\alpha}} - \frac{hc}{eV}$.
When the voltage is changed to $V^{\prime} = V/3$,the new minimum wavelength is $\lambda_{min}^{\prime} = \frac{hc}{e(V/3)} = 3 \frac{hc}{eV} = 3 \lambda_{min}$.
The new difference is $\Delta \lambda^{\prime} = \lambda_{K_{\alpha}} - 3 \lambda_{min}$.
Since $\lambda_{K_{\alpha}} > \lambda_{min}$,it follows that $\Delta \lambda^{\prime} = \lambda_{K_{\alpha}} - 3 \lambda_{min} < 3(\lambda_{K_{\alpha}} - \lambda_{min}) = 3 \Delta \lambda$.
Thus,$\Delta \lambda^{\prime} < 3 \Delta \lambda$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Three point charges $1 \ C$,$-2 \ C$,and $-2 \ C$ are placed at the vertices of an equilateral triangle of side $1 \ m$. The work done by an external force to increase the separation of the charges to $2 \ m$ in joules is $(\varepsilon_0 = \text{permittivity of air})$
A
$\frac{1}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0}$
B
$\frac{1}{8 \pi \varepsilon_0}$
C
$\frac{1}{16 \pi \varepsilon_0}$
D
$0$

Solution

(D) The potential energy of a system of point charges is given by $U = \sum \frac{k q_i q_j}{r_{ij}}$.
For the initial state with side $a_1 = 1 \ m$:
$U_i = \frac{1}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0} [\frac{(1)(-2)}{1} + \frac{(-2)(-2)}{1} + \frac{(-2)(1)}{1}] = \frac{1}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0} [-2 + 4 - 2] = 0 \ J$.
For the final state with side $a_2 = 2 \ m$:
$U_f = \frac{1}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0} [\frac{(1)(-2)}{2} + \frac{(-2)(-2)}{2} + \frac{(-2)(1)}{2}] = \frac{1}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0} [-1 + 2 - 1] = 0 \ J$.
The work done by an external force is $W_{ext} = U_f - U_i = 0 - 0 = 0 \ J$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Identify the correct decreasing order of the following with respect to altitude from the atmosphere:
$I$. Troposphere
$II$. Mesosphere
$III$. Thermosphere
A
$II, III, I$
B
$III, II, I$
C
$I, II, III$
D
$I, III, II$

Solution

(B) The atmosphere is divided into layers based on altitude:
$I$. Troposphere: $0-10 \ km$
$II$. Stratosphere: $10-50 \ km$
$III$. Mesosphere: $50-85 \ km$
$IV$. Thermosphere: $85-500 \ km$
Comparing the altitudes,the order from highest to lowest is Thermosphere $(III)$ > Mesosphere $(II)$ > Troposphere $(I)$.
Therefore,the correct decreasing order is $III, II, I$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Identify $acetaldoxime$.
A
$CH_3CH=NNH_2$
B
$CH_3CH=NOH$
C
$(CH_3)_2C=NOH$
D
$CH_2=NOH$

Solution

(B) $Acetaldoxime$ is formed by the reaction of acetaldehyde $(CH_3CHO)$ with hydroxylamine $(NH_2OH)$.
The reaction is: $CH_3CHO + NH_2OH \rightarrow CH_3CH=NOH + H_2O$.
Thus,the structure of $acetaldoxime$ is $CH_3CH=NOH$.
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ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
What is the correct structure of $4-$bromo$-3-$methylbut$-1-$ene?
A
$BrCH_2-CH=C(CH_3)_2$
B
$CH_2=CH-CH(CH_3)-CH_2Br$
C
$CH_2=C(CH_3)CH_2Br$
D
$CH_3-C(CH_3)=CHCH_2Br$

Solution

(B) To determine the structure of $4-$bromo$-3-$methylbut$-1-$ene:
$1$. The parent chain is 'but$-1-$ene',which means a four-carbon chain with a double bond at the first position: $CH_2=CH-CH_2-CH_3$.
$2$. At the $3^{rd}$ carbon,there is a methyl group $(-CH_3)$: $CH_2=CH-CH(CH_3)-CH_3$.
$3$. At the $4^{th}$ carbon,there is a bromo group $(-Br)$: $CH_2=CH-CH(CH_3)-CH_2Br$.
Comparing this with the given options,option $B$ matches this structure.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which one of the following is a secondary alcohol?
A
$2-$methyl$-1-$propanol
B
$2-$methyl$-2-$propanol
C
$2-$butanol
D
$1-$butanol

Solution

(C) secondary $(2^{\circ})$ alcohol is one in which the hydroxyl $(-OH)$ group is attached to a carbon atom that is bonded to two other carbon atoms.
$1.$ $2-$methyl$-1-$propanol: $CH_3-CH(CH_3)-CH_2OH$ (Primary alcohol)
$2.$ $2-$methyl$-2-$propanol: $CH_3-C(OH)(CH_3)-CH_3$ (Tertiary alcohol)
$3.$ $2-$butanol: $CH_3-CH(OH)-CH_2-CH_3$ (Secondary alcohol)
$4.$ $1-$butanol: $CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2OH$ (Primary alcohol)
Thus,$2-$butanol is a secondary alcohol.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which one of the following is used as an acid flux in metallurgy?
A
$CaO$
B
$SiO_2$
C
$Na_2CO_3$
D
$SO_2$

Solution

(B) $SiO_2$ (silica) is used as an acid flux in metallurgy.
It reacts with basic gangue (like $CaO$) to form a fusible slag,$CaSiO_3$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The escape velocity of a body on the earth's surface is $v_e$. $A$ body is thrown up with a speed $\sqrt{5} v_e$. Assuming that the sun and planets do not influence the motion of the body,the velocity of the body at infinite distance is:
A
$0$
B
$v_e$
C
$\sqrt{2} v_e$
D
$2v_e$

Solution

(D) According to the principle of conservation of energy,the total energy at the surface of the Earth is equal to the total energy at an infinite distance.
Total energy at surface = $\frac{1}{2}mv^2 - \frac{GMm}{R} = \frac{1}{2}mv^2 - \frac{1}{2}mv_e^2$.
Total energy at infinity = $\frac{1}{2}mv'^2 - 0 = \frac{1}{2}mv'^2$.
Equating the two,we get $\frac{1}{2}mv^2 - \frac{1}{2}mv_e^2 = \frac{1}{2}mv'^2$.
Thus,$v'^2 = v^2 - v_e^2$.
Given $v = \sqrt{5}v_e$,we have $v'^2 = (\sqrt{5}v_e)^2 - v_e^2 = 5v_e^2 - v_e^2 = 4v_e^2$.
Therefore,$v' = \sqrt{4v_e^2} = 2v_e$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The metal used for the de-bromination reaction of $1, 2-dibromoethane$ is:
A
$Na$
B
$Zn$
C
$Mg$
D
$Li$

Solution

(B) The reaction of $1, 2-dibromoethane$ with zinc dust in the presence of alcohol (usually ethanol) leads to the removal of two bromine atoms,resulting in the formation of ethene $(CH_2=CH_2)$ and zinc bromide $(ZnBr_2)$.
The chemical equation is:
$BrCH_2-CH_2Br + Zn \xrightarrow{\text{alcohol}, \Delta} CH_2=CH_2 + ZnBr_2$
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Identify $A$ and $B$ in the following reaction:
$C_2H_5Cl \xrightarrow{A} C_2H_5OH \xleftarrow{B} C_2H_5Cl$
A
$A = \text{aq. } KOH; B = AgOH$
B
$A = \text{al. } KOH / \Delta; B = \text{aq. } NaOH$
C
$A = \text{aq. } NaOH; B = AgNO_2$
D
$A = AgNO_2; B = KNO_2$

Solution

(A) The conversion of alkyl halides like $C_2H_5Cl$ to alcohols $(C_2H_5OH)$ is a nucleophilic substitution reaction.
$1$. Aqueous $KOH$ (or $NaOH$) acts as a source of $OH^-$ ions,which replaces the chloride ion to form ethanol.
$2$. Moist silver oxide ($Ag_2O + H_2O$ or $AgOH$) also acts as a source of $OH^-$ ions,facilitating the same substitution reaction.
Therefore,$A = \text{aq. } KOH$ and $B = AgOH$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The following reaction is an example of a ....... reaction. $CH_2Br-CH_2Br + 2KOH(alc.) \xrightarrow{\Delta} CH \equiv CH + 2KBr + 2H_2O$
A
addition
B
dehydrobromination
C
substitution
D
debromination

Solution

(B) The given reaction is the reaction of ethylene dibromide with alcoholic $KOH$ to form acetylene.
This process involves the removal of two molecules of $HBr$ from the vicinal dihalide.
Therefore,it is a dehydrobromination (or dehydrohalogenation) reaction.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
What is the molecular formula of the product formed when benzene is reacted with ethyl chloride in the presence of anhydrous aluminium chloride?
A
$C_8H_{10}$
B
$C_6H_6$
C
$C_8H_8$
D
$C_6H_5Cl$

Solution

(A) The reaction of benzene with ethyl chloride in the presence of anhydrous $AlCl_3$ is a Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction.
In this reaction,an ethyl group $(-C_2H_5)$ replaces a hydrogen atom on the benzene ring.
The chemical equation is: $C_6H_6 + C_2H_5Cl \xrightarrow{AlCl_3} C_6H_5-C_2H_5 + HCl$.
The product formed is ethylbenzene,which has the molecular formula $C_8H_{10}$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
$_6 C^{12}$ and $_1 T^3$ are formed in nature due to the nuclear reaction of a neutron with:
A
$_7 N^{14}$
B
$_6 C^{13}$
C
$_2 He^{4}$
D
$_3 Li^{6}$

Solution

(A) The nuclear reaction occurring in the upper atmosphere is given by the balanced equation:
$_7 N^{14} + _0 n^1 \longrightarrow _6 C^{12} + _1 T^3$
Here,$_1 T^3$ (Tritium) is a radioactive isotope of hydrogen,and $_7 N^{14}$ is the nitrogen isotope that reacts with a neutron to produce these products.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Exhausted permutit does not contain $.......$ ion.
A
$Na^{+}$
B
$Mg^{2+}$
C
$Al^{3+}$
D
$Si^{4+}$

Solution

(A) Permutit or zeolite is a hydrated sodium aluminosilicate,represented as $NaAlSiO_4$.
During the water softening process,the $Na^{+}$ ions in the zeolite are exchanged with the hardness-causing ions like $Ca^{2+}$ and $Mg^{2+}$ present in the water.
When all the $Na^{+}$ ions are replaced by $Ca^{2+}$ or $Mg^{2+}$ ions,the permutit becomes 'exhausted'.
Therefore,the exhausted permutit contains $Ca^{2+}$ or $Mg^{2+}$ ions but does not contain $Na^{+}$ ions.
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ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The molecular formula of potash alum is
A
$KAl(SO_4)_2 \cdot 12H_2O$
B
$K_2SO_4 \cdot Al_2(SO_4)_3 \cdot 12H_2O$
C
$K_2SO_4 \cdot Al_2(SO_4)_3 \cdot 24H_2O$
D
$KAl_2(SO_4)_3 \cdot 24H_2O$

Solution

(C) Potash alum is a double salt with the chemical formula $K_2SO_4 \cdot Al_2(SO_4)_3 \cdot 24H_2O$.
This can also be written as $2KAl(SO_4)_2 \cdot 12H_2O$.
Summing the atoms: $K_2$,$Al_2$,$S_4$,$O_{40}$,$H_{48}$.
Thus,the molecular formula is $K_2Al_2S_4H_{48}O_{40}$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
$A$ wire of length $l$ is bent into a circular coil of one turn of radius $R_1$. Another wire of the same material,same area of cross-section,and same length is bent into a circular coil of two turns of radius $R_2$. When the same current flows through the two coils,the ratio of magnetic induction at the centres of the two coils is
A
$1: 2$
B
$1: 1$
C
$1: 4$
D
$3: 1$

Solution

(C) The magnetic induction $B$ at the centre of a circular coil with $n$ turns,radius $R$,and current $i$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 n i}{2R}$.
Since $i$ is constant,$B \propto \frac{n}{R}$.
For the first coil: $n_1 = 1$,radius $R_1$,length $l = 2\pi R_1$.
For the second coil: $n_2 = 2$,radius $R_2$,length $l = 2(2\pi R_2) = 4\pi R_2$.
Since the length $l$ is the same,$2\pi R_1 = 4\pi R_2 \Rightarrow R_2 = \frac{R_1}{2}$.
The ratio of magnetic inductions is $\frac{B_1}{B_2} = \frac{n_1}{R_1} \times \frac{R_2}{n_2} = \frac{1}{R_1} \times \frac{R_1/2}{2} = \frac{1}{4}$.
Thus,the ratio $B_1: B_2 = 1: 4$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Magnetic induction at the centre of a circular loop of area $\pi \ m^2$ is $0.1 \ T$. The magnetic moment of the loop is ( $\mu_0 = \text{permeability of air}$ ).
A
$\frac{0.1 \pi}{\mu_0}$
B
$\frac{0.2 \pi}{\mu_0}$
C
$\frac{0.3 \pi}{\mu_0}$
D
$\frac{0.4 \pi}{\mu_0}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic induction $B$ at the centre of a circular loop is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$.
Given area $A = \pi \ m^2$,so $\pi r^2 = \pi$,which implies $r = 1 \ m$.
From the formula $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$,we have $i = \frac{2Br}{\mu_0}$.
The magnetic moment $M$ is given by $M = iA$.
Substituting the values: $M = \left( \frac{2Br}{\mu_0} \right) A$.
$M = \frac{2 \times 0.1 \times 1 \times \pi}{\mu_0} = \frac{0.2 \pi}{\mu_0} \ A \cdot m^2$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The magnetic needle of a vibration magnetometer makes $12$ oscillations per minute in the horizontal component of the earth's magnetic field. When an external short bar magnet is placed at some distance along the axis of the needle in the same line,it makes $15$ oscillations per minute. If the poles of the bar magnet are interchanged,the number of oscillations it makes per minute is
A
$\sqrt{61}$
B
$\sqrt{63}$
C
$\sqrt{65}$
D
$\sqrt{67}$

Solution

(B) The frequency of oscillation $n$ of a vibration magnetometer is given by $n = \frac{1}{2 \pi} \sqrt{\frac{MH}{I}}$,where $M$ is the magnetic moment,$H$ is the horizontal component of the earth's magnetic field,and $I$ is the moment of inertia. Thus,$n \propto \sqrt{B_{net}}$,where $B_{net}$ is the net magnetic field.
Case $1$: Initially,$n_1 = 12$ oscillations/min with field $H$.
Case $2$: With the bar magnet,$n_2 = 15$ oscillations/min. The net field is $H + H_1$,where $H_1$ is the field due to the bar magnet.
$\frac{n_2}{n_1} = \sqrt{\frac{H + H_1}{H}} \Rightarrow \frac{15}{12} = \sqrt{1 + \frac{H_1}{H}} \Rightarrow \frac{25}{16} = 1 + \frac{H_1}{H} \Rightarrow \frac{H_1}{H} = \frac{9}{16}$.
Case $3$: When poles are interchanged,the field becomes $H - H_1$. Let the new frequency be $n_3$.
$\frac{n_3}{n_1} = \sqrt{\frac{H - H_1}{H}} = \sqrt{1 - \frac{H_1}{H}} = \sqrt{1 - \frac{9}{16}} = \sqrt{\frac{7}{16}} = \frac{\sqrt{7}}{4}$.
$n_3 = 12 \times \frac{\sqrt{7}}{4} = 3\sqrt{7} = \sqrt{9 \times 7} = \sqrt{63}$ oscillations per minute.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The magnetic induction and the intensity of the magnetic field inside an iron core of an electromagnet are $1 \ Wb \ m^{-2}$ and $150 \ A \ m^{-1}$,respectively. The relative permeability of iron is $\left(\mu_0 = 4 \pi \times 10^{-7} \ H \ m^{-1}\right)$.
A
$\frac{10^6}{4 \pi}$
B
$\frac{10^6}{6 \pi}$
C
$\frac{10^5}{4 \pi}$
D
$\frac{10^5}{6 \pi}$

Solution

(D) We know the relation between magnetic induction $B$,magnetic field intensity $H$,and permeability $\mu$ as $B = \mu H$.
Since $\mu = \mu_r \mu_0$,where $\mu_r$ is the relative permeability and $\mu_0$ is the permeability of free space,we have $B = \mu_r \mu_0 H$.
Rearranging for $\mu_r$,we get $\mu_r = \frac{B}{\mu_0 H}$.
Given $B = 1 \ Wb \ m^{-2}$,$H = 150 \ A \ m^{-1}$,and $\mu_0 = 4 \pi \times 10^{-7} \ H \ m^{-1}$.
Substituting these values:
$\mu_r = \frac{1}{(4 \pi \times 10^{-7}) \times 150} = \frac{1}{600 \pi \times 10^{-7}} = \frac{10^7}{600 \pi} = \frac{10^5}{6 \pi}$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
If $x = \log \left[ \cot \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + \theta \right) \right]$,then the value of $\sinh x$ is
A
$ \tan 2\theta $
B
$ -\tan 2\theta $
C
$ \cot 2\theta $
D
$ -\cot 2\theta $

Solution

(B) Given that,$x = \log \left[ \cot \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + \theta \right) \right]$.
This implies $e^x = \cot \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + \theta \right)$ and $e^{-x} = \tan \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + \theta \right)$.
We know that $\sinh x = \frac{e^x - e^{-x}}{2}$.
Substituting the values,we get:
$\sinh x = \frac{\cot \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + \theta \right) - \tan \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + \theta \right)}{2}$
Using the identity $\cot A - \tan A = \frac{\cos A}{\sin A} - \frac{\sin A}{\cos A} = \frac{\cos^2 A - \sin^2 A}{\sin A \cos A} = \frac{\cos 2A}{\frac{1}{2} \sin 2A} = 2 \cot 2A$,we have:
$\sinh x = \frac{2 \cot \left( 2 \left( \frac{\pi}{4} + \theta \right) \right)}{2} = \cot \left( \frac{\pi}{2} + 2\theta \right)$.
Since $\cot \left( \frac{\pi}{2} + \alpha \right) = -\tan \alpha$,we get:
$\sinh x = -\tan 2\theta$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
If the roots of the equation $4x^3 - 12x^2 + 11x + k = 0$ are in arithmetic progression,then $k$ is equal to
A
$-3$
B
$1$
C
$2$
D
$3$

Solution

(A) Let the roots of the equation $4x^3 - 12x^2 + 11x + k = 0$ be $\alpha - d, \alpha, \alpha + d$.
By Vieta's formulas,the sum of the roots is given by:
$(\alpha - d) + \alpha + (\alpha + d) = -\frac{-12}{4} = 3$.
$3\alpha = 3 \Rightarrow \alpha = 1$.
Since $\alpha = 1$ is a root of the equation,it must satisfy $4(1)^3 - 12(1)^2 + 11(1) + k = 0$.
$4 - 12 + 11 + k = 0$.
$3 + k = 0 \Rightarrow k = -3$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
If $z_1, z_2$ are two complex numbers satisfying $\left|\frac{z_1-3 z_2}{3-z_1 \bar{z}_2}\right|=1$ and $\left|z_1\right| \neq 3$,then $\left|z_2\right|$ is equal to
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(A) Given that $\left|\frac{z_1-3 z_2}{3-z_1 \bar{z}_2}\right|=1$ and $\left|z_1\right| \neq 3$.
Squaring both sides,we get $\left|z_1-3 z_2\right|^2 = \left|3-z_1 \bar{z}_2\right|^2$.
Using the property $|z|^2 = z \bar{z}$,we have $(z_1-3 z_2)(\bar{z}_1-3 \bar{z}_2) = (3-z_1 \bar{z}_2)(3-\bar{z}_1 z_2)$.
Expanding both sides: $|z_1|^2 - 3z_1 \bar{z}_2 - 3z_2 \bar{z}_1 + 9|z_2|^2 = 9 - 3\bar{z}_1 z_2 - 3z_1 \bar{z}_2 + |z_1|^2 |z_2|^2$.
Canceling common terms $-3z_1 \bar{z}_2 - 3z_2 \bar{z}_1$ from both sides: $|z_1|^2 + 9|z_2|^2 = 9 + |z_1|^2 |z_2|^2$.
Rearranging the terms: $|z_1|^2 - 9 - |z_1|^2 |z_2|^2 + 9|z_2|^2 = 0$.
Factorizing: $(|z_1|^2 - 9) - |z_2|^2(|z_1|^2 - 9) = 0$.
$(|z_1|^2 - 9)(1 - |z_2|^2) = 0$.
Since $|z_1| \neq 3$,we have $|z_1|^2 \neq 9$,therefore $1 - |z_2|^2 = 0$.
Thus,$|z_2|^2 = 1$,which implies $|z_2| = 1$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
There are two holes,one each along the opposite sides of a wide rectangular tank. The cross-section of each hole is $0.01 ~m^2$ and the vertical distance between the holes is $1 ~m$. The tank is filled with water. The net force on the tank in newtons when the water flows out of the holes is (Density of water $= 1000 ~kg/m^3$,$g = 10 ~m/s^2$):
A
$100$
B
$200$
C
$300$
D
$400$

Solution

(B) The velocity of efflux from a hole at depth $h$ is given by Torricelli's law: $v = \sqrt{2gh}$.
According to Newton's second law,the force exerted by the water jet is $F = \frac{dm}{dt} v = (A \rho v) v = A \rho v^2$.
Substituting $v^2 = 2gh$,we get $F = 2 A \rho g h$.
Since there are two holes on opposite sides,the forces act in opposite directions. Let the depths of the holes be $h_1$ and $h_2$ such that $h_2 - h_1 = 1 ~m$.
The net force is $F_{net} = F_2 - F_1 = A \rho (2gh_2) - A \rho (2gh_1) = 2 A \rho g (h_2 - h_1)$.
Given $A = 0.01 ~m^2$,$\rho = 1000 ~kg/m^3$,$g = 10 ~m/s^2$,and $(h_2 - h_1) = 1 ~m$.
$F_{net} = 2 \times 0.01 \times 1000 \times 10 \times 1 = 200 ~N$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
One end of a uniform glass capillary tube of radius $r=0.025 \ cm$ is immersed vertically in water to a depth $h=1 \ cm$. The excess pressure in $N/m^2$ required to blow an air bubble out of the tube is: (Surface tension of water $T=7 \times 10^{-2} \ N/m$,Density of water $\rho=10^3 \ kg/m^3$,Acceleration due to gravity $g=10 \ m/s^2$)
A
$0.0048 \times 10^5$
B
$0.0066 \times 10^5$
C
$1.0048 \times 10^5$
D
$1.0066 \times 10^5$

Solution

(B) The total pressure required to blow an air bubble at a depth $h$ is given by the sum of the hydrostatic pressure and the excess pressure due to surface tension.
$P = P_{atm} + h \rho g + \frac{2T}{r}$.
The excess pressure required over the atmospheric pressure is $P_{excess} = h \rho g + \frac{2T}{r}$.
Given:
$r = 0.025 \ cm = 2.5 \times 10^{-4} \ m$
$h = 1 \ cm = 0.01 \ m$
$T = 7 \times 10^{-2} \ N/m$
$\rho = 10^3 \ kg/m^3$
$g = 10 \ m/s^2$
Calculating hydrostatic pressure: $h \rho g = 0.01 \times 10^3 \times 10 = 100 \ N/m^2$.
Calculating surface tension pressure: $\frac{2T}{r} = \frac{2 \times 7 \times 10^{-2}}{2.5 \times 10^{-4}} = \frac{14 \times 10^{-2}}{2.5 \times 10^{-4}} = 5.6 \times 10^2 = 560 \ N/m^2$.
Total excess pressure $P_{excess} = 100 + 560 = 660 \ N/m^2$.
$660 \ N/m^2 = 0.0066 \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Water in a river $20 \ m$ deep is flowing at a speed of $10 \ ms^{-1}$. The shearing stress between the horizontal layers of water in the river in $Nm^{-2}$ is (Coefficient of viscosity of water $= 10^{-3} \ SI$ units).
A
$1 \times 10^{-2}$
B
$0.5 \times 10^{-2}$
C
$1 \times 10^{-3}$
D
$0.5 \times 10^{-3}$

Solution

(D) The shearing stress $\tau$ is given by the formula: $\tau = \eta \left( \frac{dv}{dx} \right)$.
Here,$\eta = 10^{-3} \ SI$ units is the coefficient of viscosity.
The velocity gradient $\frac{dv}{dx}$ is approximated as $\frac{v}{h}$,where $v = 10 \ ms^{-1}$ is the velocity at the surface and $h = 20 \ m$ is the depth.
Substituting the values: $\tau = 10^{-3} \times \left( \frac{10}{20} \right)$.
$\tau = 10^{-3} \times 0.5 = 0.5 \times 10^{-3} \ Nm^{-2}$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
$A$ metallic ring of radius $r$ and cross-sectional area $A$ is fitted into a wooden circular disc of radius $R$ $(R > r)$. If the Young's modulus of the material of the ring is $Y$,the force with which the metal ring expands is
A
$\frac{A Y R}{r}$
B
$\frac{A Y(R-r)}{r}$
C
$\frac{Y(R-r)}{A r}$
D
$\frac{Y R}{A R}$

Solution

(B) The Young's modulus $Y$ is defined as the ratio of stress to strain: $Y = \frac{F/A}{\Delta L/L}$.
Here,the original length of the ring is $L = 2 \pi r$.
The change in length required to fit the ring onto the disc of radius $R$ is $\Delta L = 2 \pi R - 2 \pi r = 2 \pi (R - r)$.
Rearranging the formula for force $F$,we get $F = \frac{Y A \Delta L}{L}$.
Substituting the values,$F = \frac{Y A [2 \pi (R - r)]}{2 \pi r}$.
Simplifying this,we obtain $F = \frac{A Y (R - r)}{r}$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The horizontal and vertical displacements $x$ and $y$ of a projectile at a given time $t$ are given by $x = 6t \text{ m}$ and $y = 8t - 5t^2 \text{ m}$. The range of the projectile in metres is
A
$9.6$
B
$10.6$
C
$19.2$
D
$38.4$

Solution

(A) Given,$x = 6t$ and $y = 8t - 5t^2$.
Comparing these with the standard equations of projectile motion:
$x = (u \cos \theta)t \implies u \cos \theta = 6 \text{ m/s}$.
$y = (u \sin \theta)t - \frac{1}{2}gt^2 = 8t - 5t^2$.
Comparing the coefficients,we get $u \sin \theta = 8 \text{ m/s}$ and $\frac{1}{2}g = 5$,which implies $g = 10 \text{ m/s}^2$.
The range $R$ of a projectile is given by the formula:
$R = \frac{u^2 \sin 2\theta}{g} = \frac{2(u \sin \theta)(u \cos \theta)}{g}$.
Substituting the values:
$R = \frac{2 \times 8 \times 6}{10} = \frac{96}{10} = 9.6 \text{ m}$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Consider the following two statements,$A$ and $B$ and identify the correct answer given below:
$A$. Nuclear density is same for all nuclei.
$B$. Radius of the nucleus $R$ and its mass number $A$ are related as $\sqrt{A} \propto R^{1 / 6}$.
A
Both $A$ and $B$ are true
B
Both $A$ and $B$ are false
C
$A$ is true but $B$ is false
D
$A$ is false but $B$ is true

Solution

(C) The nuclear density is independent of the mass number and is approximately constant for all nuclei,given by $\rho \approx 2.3 \times 10^{17} \ kg/m^3$. Thus,statement $A$ is true.
The relationship between the radius of the nucleus $R$ and the mass number $A$ is given by $R = R_0 A^{1/3}$,where $R_0$ is a constant. This implies $R \propto A^{1/3}$ or $A \propto R^3$.
The statement $B$ claims $\sqrt{A} \propto R^{1/6}$,which implies $A \propto (R^{1/6})^2 = R^{1/3}$. This contradicts the known relation $A \propto R^3$. Therefore,statement $B$ is false.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The time period of a simple pendulum is $T$. When the length is increased by $10 \ cm$,its period is $T_1$. When the length is decreased by $10 \ cm$,its period is $T_2$. Then,the relation between $T, T_1$ and $T_2$ is
A
$\frac{2}{T^2} = \frac{1}{T_1^2} + \frac{1}{T_2^2}$
B
$\frac{2}{T^2} = \frac{1}{T_1^2} - \frac{1}{T_2^2}$
C
$2 T^2 = T_1^2 + T_2^2$
D
$2 T^2 = T_1^2 - T_2^2$

Solution

(C) The time period of a simple pendulum is given by $T = 2 \pi \sqrt{\frac{l}{g}}$,so $T^2 = 4 \pi^2 \frac{l}{g} \quad \dots (i)$
When the length is increased by $10 \ cm$,the new time period $T_1$ is given by $T_1^2 = 4 \pi^2 \frac{(l + 10)}{g} \quad \dots (ii)$
When the length is decreased by $10 \ cm$,the new time period $T_2$ is given by $T_2^2 = 4 \pi^2 \frac{(l - 10)}{g} \quad \dots (iii)$
Adding equations $(ii)$ and $(iii)$,we get
$T_1^2 + T_2^2 = 4 \pi^2 \left[ \frac{l + 10}{g} + \frac{l - 10}{g} \right]$
$T_1^2 + T_2^2 = 4 \pi^2 \left[ \frac{2l}{g} \right]$
$T_1^2 + T_2^2 = 2 \left( 4 \pi^2 \frac{l}{g} \right)$
Since $T^2 = 4 \pi^2 \frac{l}{g}$,we have
$T_1^2 + T_2^2 = 2 T^2$
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The chemical formula of 'tear gas' is
A
$COCl_2$
B
$CO_2$
C
$Cl_2$
D
$CCl_3NO_2$

Solution

(D) Tear gas is known as chloropicrin $(CCl_3NO_2)$.
It is prepared by the reaction of chloroform $(CHCl_3)$ with concentrated nitric acid $(HNO_3)$.
The chemical reaction is as follows:
$CHCl_3 + HNO_3 \rightarrow CCl_3NO_2 + H_2O$
46
ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The number of oxygen atoms bonded to one phosphorous atom in $P_4O_6$ is
A
$4$
B
$3$
C
$6$
D
$5$

Solution

(B) In the structure of $P_4O_6$,the four phosphorus atoms are arranged at the corners of a tetrahedron. Each phosphorus atom is bonded to three oxygen atoms,and each oxygen atom acts as a bridge between two phosphorus atoms.
Thus,every $P$-atom is linked to $3$ oxygen atoms.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
In the Dewar's method of separation of noble gases,the mixture of noble gases is kept in contact with coconut charcoal at $173 \ K$. Which one of the following gaseous mixtures is not adsorbed on to the charcoal?
A
$Ar, Kr$
B
$Xe, Ar$
C
$He, Ne$
D
$Xe, Kr$

Solution

(C) In the Dewar's method,coconut charcoal is used to adsorb noble gases at $173 \ K$.
The extent of adsorption depends on the boiling point of the gases.
Gases with higher boiling points are adsorbed more easily.
$He$ (boiling point $4 \ K$) and $Ne$ (boiling point $27 \ K$) have very low boiling points and are not adsorbed on coconut charcoal at $173 \ K$.
Therefore,the mixture of $He$ and $Ne$ remains unadsorbed.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The number of positive odd divisors of $216$ is
A
$4$
B
$6$
C
$8$
D
$12$

Solution

(A) The prime factorization of $216$ is $2^3 \times 3^3$.
To find the number of positive odd divisors,we only consider the odd prime factors.
The odd part of the factorization is $3^3$.
The number of divisors of $3^3$ is given by the exponent plus $1$.
Number of odd divisors $= 3 + 1 = 4$.
The odd divisors are $3^0, 3^1, 3^2, 3^3$,which are $1, 3, 9, 27$.
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ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The expression $\tan 9^{\circ}-\tan 27^{\circ}-\tan 63^{\circ}+\tan 81^{\circ}$ is equal to
A
$4$
B
$3$
C
$2$
D
$1$

Solution

(A) Given expression: $\tan 9^{\circ}-\tan 27^{\circ}-\tan 63^{\circ}+\tan 81^{\circ}$
Using $\tan 63^{\circ} = \cot 27^{\circ}$ and $\tan 81^{\circ} = \cot 9^{\circ}$,we get:
$(\tan 9^{\circ} + \cot 9^{\circ}) - (\tan 27^{\circ} + \cot 27^{\circ})$
$= \left(\frac{\sin 9^{\circ}}{\cos 9^{\circ}} + \frac{\cos 9^{\circ}}{\sin 9^{\circ}}\right) - \left(\frac{\sin 27^{\circ}}{\cos 27^{\circ}} + \frac{\cos 27^{\circ}}{\sin 27^{\circ}}\right)$
$= \frac{\sin^2 9^{\circ} + \cos^2 9^{\circ}}{\sin 9^{\circ} \cos 9^{\circ}} - \frac{\sin^2 27^{\circ} + \cos^2 27^{\circ}}{\sin 27^{\circ} \cos 27^{\circ}}$
$= \frac{1}{\sin 9^{\circ} \cos 9^{\circ}} - \frac{1}{\sin 27^{\circ} \cos 27^{\circ}}$
$= \frac{2}{\sin 18^{\circ}} - \frac{2}{\sin 54^{\circ}}$
Substituting $\sin 18^{\circ} = \frac{\sqrt{5}-1}{4}$ and $\sin 54^{\circ} = \frac{\sqrt{5}+1}{4}$:
$= \frac{8}{\sqrt{5}-1} - \frac{8}{\sqrt{5}+1} = \frac{8(\sqrt{5}+1) - 8(\sqrt{5}-1)}{5-1} = \frac{16}{4} = 4$
50
ChemistryMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The value of the series $\cos 12^{\circ} + \cos 84^{\circ} + \cos 132^{\circ} + \cos 156^{\circ}$ is
A
$\frac{1}{2}$
B
$\frac{1}{4}$
C
$-\frac{1}{4}$
D
$-\frac{1}{2}$

Solution

(D) We use the formula $\cos C + \cos D = 2 \cos \left( \frac{C+D}{2} \right) \cos \left( \frac{C-D}{2} \right)$.
Given expression: $S = \cos 132^{\circ} + \cos 12^{\circ} + \cos 156^{\circ} + \cos 84^{\circ}$.
Applying the formula to the pairs:
$S = 2 \cos \left( \frac{132^{\circ}+12^{\circ}}{2} \right) \cos \left( \frac{132^{\circ}-12^{\circ}}{2} \right) + 2 \cos \left( \frac{156^{\circ}+84^{\circ}}{2} \right) \cos \left( \frac{156^{\circ}-84^{\circ}}{2} \right)$
$S = 2 \cos 72^{\circ} \cos 60^{\circ} + 2 \cos 120^{\circ} \cos 36^{\circ}$.
Substituting the known values $\cos 60^{\circ} = \frac{1}{2}$,$\cos 120^{\circ} = -\frac{1}{2}$,$\cos 72^{\circ} = \frac{\sqrt{5}-1}{4}$,and $\cos 36^{\circ} = \frac{\sqrt{5}+1}{4}$:
$S = 2 \left( \frac{\sqrt{5}-1}{4} \right) \left( \frac{1}{2} \right) + 2 \left( -\frac{1}{2} \right) \left( \frac{\sqrt{5}+1}{4} \right)$
$S = \frac{\sqrt{5}-1}{4} - \frac{\sqrt{5}+1}{4}$
$S = \frac{\sqrt{5}-1-\sqrt{5}-1}{4} = \frac{-2}{4} = -\frac{1}{2}$.
51
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which one of the following functional groups undergoes hydrolysis with alkali to yield an acid group?
A
$CN^{-}$
B
$-CHO$
C
$-COCH_3$
D
$-Br$

Solution

(A) Cyanides $(-CN)$ undergo hydrolysis in the presence of an alkali (like $NaOH$) or an acid to produce a carboxylic acid group $(-COOH)$.
The reaction is as follows:
$R-CN + 2H_2O \xrightarrow{NaOH} R-COOH + NH_3$
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ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
........ of a reaction cannot be determined experimentally.
A
Order
B
Rate
C
Rate constant
D
Molecularity

Solution

(D) The correct answer is $D$.
Molecularity is a theoretical concept defined as the number of reacting species (atoms,ions,or molecules) taking part in an elementary reaction,which must collide simultaneously in order to bring about a chemical reaction.
It is determined by examining the balanced chemical equation of an elementary step and cannot be determined experimentally,unlike the order of a reaction which is an experimental quantity.
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ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The $IUPAC$ name of an unsymmetrical ether with the molecular formula $= C_4H_{10}O$ is:
A
$1-$ethoxypropane
B
methoxyethane
C
ethoxyethane
D
$1-$methoxypropane

Solution

(D) The molecular formula $C_4H_{10}O$ corresponds to ethers with the general formula $R-O-R'$.
For an unsymmetrical ether,the alkyl groups $R$ and $R'$ must be different.
The possible unsymmetrical ethers for $C_4H_{10}O$ are:
$1.$ $1-$methoxypropane $(CH_3-O-CH_2-CH_2-CH_3)$
$2.$ $2-$methoxypropane $(CH_3-O-CH(CH_3)_2)$
Among the given options,$1-$methoxypropane is the correct $IUPAC$ name.
54
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following has $S-S$ bond?
A
$H_2S_2O_6$
B
$H_2S_2O_7$
C
$H_2S_2O_8$
D
Mustard gas

Solution

(A) Only $H_2S_2O_6$ (dithionic acid) contains an $S-S$ bond. The structure is as follows:
$HO-S(=O)_2-S(=O)_2-OH$
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ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
$x \ g$ of water is mixed in $69 \ g$ of ethanol. The mole fraction of ethanol in the resultant solution is $0.6$. What is the value of $x$ in grams?
A
$54$
B
$36$
C
$180$
D
$18$

Solution

(D) Let $w_A$ be the mass of water $(H_2O)$ and $w_B$ be the mass of ethanol $(C_2H_5OH)$.
Given: $w_A = x \ g$,$M_A = 18 \ g/mol$,$w_B = 69 \ g$,$M_B = 46 \ g/mol$.
Moles of water $(n_A)$ = $\frac{x}{18}$.
Moles of ethanol $(n_B)$ = $\frac{69}{46} = 1.5 \ mol$.
Mole fraction of ethanol $(X_B)$ = $0.6$.
Since $X_A + X_B = 1$,the mole fraction of water $(X_A)$ = $1 - 0.6 = 0.4$.
Using the formula $X_B = \frac{n_B}{n_A + n_B}$:
$0.6 = \frac{1.5}{\frac{x}{18} + 1.5}$.
$0.6 \times (\frac{x}{18} + 1.5) = 1.5$.
$\frac{0.6x}{18} + 0.9 = 1.5$.
$\frac{x}{30} = 0.6$.
$x = 0.6 \times 30 = 18 \ g$.
56
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following pairs represents isotones?
A
${ }_{1}H^{1}$ and ${ }_{2}He^{3}$
B
${ }_{6}C^{14}$ and ${ }_{7}N^{14}$
C
${ }_{19}K^{39}$ and ${ }_{20}Ca^{40}$
D
${ }_{9}F^{19}$ and ${ }_{11}Na^{24}$

Solution

(C) Isotones are atoms of different elements that have the same number of neutrons.
For ${ }_{19}K^{39}$,number of neutrons = $39 - 19 = 20$.
For ${ }_{20}Ca^{40}$,number of neutrons = $40 - 20 = 20$.
Since both have $20$ neutrons,they are isotones.
57
ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following is a lyophobic colloidal solution?
A
$A$. Aqueous starch solution
B
$B$. Aqueous protein solution
C
$C$. Gold sol
D
$D$. Polymer solutions in some organic solvents

Solution

(C) lyophobic colloid is one in which the dispersed phase has little or no affinity for the dispersion medium.
$Gold$ sol is a classic example of a lyophobic sol because the gold particles do not have a strong attraction to the water molecules.
Consequently,these sols are unstable and can be easily coagulated by the addition of small amounts of electrolytes.
58
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following reagents can form a hydrazone with alkanone?
A
$NH_2OH$
B
$PhNHNH_2$
C
$NH_2NHCONH_2$
D
$HCN$

Solution

(B) Hydrazines react with alkanones through a nucleophilic addition-elimination reaction to form hydrazones.
$PhNHNH_2$ (Phenylhydrazine) reacts with an alkanone $(>C=O)$ to produce a phenylhydrazone $(>C=N-NHC_6H_5)$ and water $(H_2O)$.
The reaction is:
$>C=O + H_2N-NHC_6H_5 \rightarrow >C=N-NHC_6H_5 + H_2O$
59
ChemistryDifficultMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which one of the following compounds forms a quaternary salt on reacting with excess methyl iodide?
A
$C_2H_5OCH_3$
B
$(CH_3)_2CHOC_2H_5$
C
$C_6H_5NH_2$
D
$C_6H_5NO_2$

Solution

(C) Amines react with alkyl halides in excess to undergo exhaustive alkylation,resulting in the formation of a quaternary ammonium salt.
Among the given options,$C_6H_5NH_2$ (aniline) is an amine,which reacts with excess methyl iodide $(CH_3I)$ to form a quaternary ammonium salt as shown below:
$C_6H_5NH_2 + 3CH_3I \rightarrow C_6H_5N^+(CH_3)_3I^- + 2HI$
Ethers ($C_2H_5OCH_3$ and $(CH_3)_2CHOC_2H_5$) do not form quaternary salts under these conditions,and nitro compounds $(C_6H_5NO_2)$ are not nucleophilic enough to undergo this reaction.
60
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which one of the following functional groups undergoes hydrolysis with alkali to yield an acid group?
A
$-CN$
B
$-CHO$
C
$-COCH_3$
D
$-Br$

Solution

(A) Cyanides $(-CN)$ undergo hydrolysis in the presence of an alkali (like $NaOH$) or an acid to yield a carboxylic acid group $(-COOH)$.
The reaction is as follows:
$R-CN + 2H_2O \xrightarrow{NaOH} R-COOH + NH_3$
61
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following pairs of ions have the same paramagnetic moment?
A
$Cu^{2+}, Ti^{3+}$
B
$Mn^{2+}, Cu^{2+}$
C
$Ti^{4+}, Cu^{2+}$
D
$Ti^{3+}, Ni^{2+}$

Solution

(A) The paramagnetic moment depends on the number of unpaired electrons $(n)$.
For $Cu^{2+}$ $(Z=29)$: Electronic configuration is $[Ar] 3d^9$. It has $n=1$ unpaired electron.
For $Ti^{3+}$ $(Z=22)$: Electronic configuration is $[Ar] 3d^1$. It has $n=1$ unpaired electron.
Since both $Cu^{2+}$ and $Ti^{3+}$ have the same number of unpaired electrons $(n=1)$,they have the same paramagnetic moment.
Therefore,the correct pair is $Cu^{2+}, Ti^{3+}$.
62
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following pairs of ions are colourless?
A
$Ti^{3+}, Cu^{2+}$
B
$Sc^{3+}, Zn^{2+}$
C
$Co^{2+}, Fe^{3+}$
D
$Ni^{2+}, V^{3+}$

Solution

(B) The colour of transition metal ions is due to the $d-d$ transition of electrons,which requires the presence of unpaired electrons in the $d$-orbitals.
For $Sc^{3+}$: The electronic configuration is $[Ar] 3d^0$. It has no unpaired electrons.
For $Zn^{2+}$: The electronic configuration is $[Ar] 3d^{10}$. It has no unpaired electrons.
Since both $Sc^{3+}$ and $Zn^{2+}$ have no unpaired electrons,they are colourless.
63
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The electrochemical equivalent of a metal is $x \ g \ C^{-1}$. The equivalent weight of the metal is:
A
$x$
B
$x \times 96500$
C
$\frac{x}{96500}$
D
$1.6 \times 10^{19} \times x$

Solution

(B) The relationship between the equivalent weight $(E)$,Faraday's constant $(F)$,and the electrochemical equivalent $(z)$ is given by the formula: $E = z \times F$.
Given that the electrochemical equivalent $z = x \ g \ C^{-1}$ and Faraday's constant $F = 96500 \ C \ eq^{-1}$.
Therefore,the equivalent weight $E = x \times 96500$.
64
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The $IUPAC$ name of an unsymmetrical ether with the molecular formula $C_4H_{10}O$ is:
A
ethoxy propane
B
methoxy ethane
C
ethoxy ethane
D
methoxy propane

Solution

(D) The molecular formula $C_4H_{10}O$ corresponds to ethers. An unsymmetrical ether has different alkyl groups attached to the oxygen atom.
For $C_4H_{10}O$,the possible unsymmetrical ethers are:
$1$. $CH_3-O-CH_2CH_2CH_3$ (methoxypropane)
$2$. $CH_3-O-CH(CH_3)_2$ ($2$-methoxypropane)
Among the given options,$methoxypropane$ is an unsymmetrical ether with the formula $C_4H_{10}O$.
65
ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Identify 'acetaldoxime'.
A
$CH_3CH=NNH_2$
B
$CH_3CH=NOH$
C
$(CH_3)_2C=NOH$
D
$CH_2=NOH$

Solution

(B) Acetaldoxime is formed by the reaction of acetaldehyde $(CH_3CHO)$ with hydroxylamine $(NH_2OH)$.
The reaction is as follows:
$CH_3CHO + NH_2OH \rightarrow CH_3CH=NOH + H_2O$
Thus,the structure of acetaldoxime is $CH_3CH=NOH$.
66
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which one of the following is a secondary alcohol?
A
$2$-methyl-$1$-propanol
B
$2$-methyl-$2$-propanol
C
$2$-butanol
D
$1$-butanol

Solution

(C) secondary $(2^{\circ})$ alcohol is one in which the hydroxyl group $(-OH)$ is attached to a carbon atom that is bonded to two other carbon atoms.
$1$. $2$-methyl-$1$-propanol: $(CH_3)_2CH-CH_2OH$ (Primary alcohol)
$2$. $2$-methyl-$2$-propanol: $(CH_3)_3C-OH$ (Tertiary alcohol)
$3$. $2$-butanol: $CH_3-CH(OH)-CH_2-CH_3$ (Secondary alcohol)
$4$. $1$-butanol: $CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-CH_2OH$ (Primary alcohol)
Thus,$2$-butanol is a secondary alcohol.
67
ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which one of the following is used as an acid flux in metallurgy?
A
$CaO$
B
$SiO_2$
C
$Na_2CO_3$
D
$SO_2$

Solution

(B) $SiO_2$ (silica) is used as an acid flux in metallurgy.
It reacts with basic gangue (like $CaO$) to form slag $(CaSiO_3)$.
68
ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Identify $A$ and $B$ in the following reaction:
$C_2H_5Cl \xrightarrow{A} C_2H_5OH \xleftarrow{B} C_2H_5Cl$
A
$A = \text{aq. } KOH; B = AgOH$
B
$A = \text{al. } KOH / \Delta; B = \text{aq. } NaOH$
C
$A = \text{aq. } NaOH; B = AgNO_2$
D
$A = AgNO_2; B = KNO_2$

Solution

(A) The reaction of haloalkanes like $C_2H_5Cl$ with aqueous alkali (e.g.,$\text{aq. } KOH$ or $\text{aq. } NaOH$) undergoes nucleophilic substitution to form alcohols.
Similarly,moist silver oxide $(AgOH)$ also acts as a source of hydroxide ions and converts haloalkanes into alcohols.
Therefore,$A$ can be $\text{aq. } KOH$ and $B$ can be $AgOH$.
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ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
$_6C^{12}$ and $_1T^3$ are formed in nature due to the nuclear reaction of a neutron with:
A
$_7N^{14}$
B
$_6C^{13}$
C
$_2He^4$
D
$_3Li^6$

Solution

(A) The balanced nuclear reaction is:
$_7N^{14} + _0n^1 \longrightarrow _6C^{12} + _1T^3$
Here,$_1T^3$ (Tritium) is a radioactive isotope of hydrogen,which is produced in the upper atmosphere by the interaction of cosmic ray neutrons with nitrogen-$14$ nuclei.
70
ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The molecular formula of potash alum is
A
$KAl_2(SO_4)_2 \cdot 12H_2O$
B
$K_2SO_4 \cdot Al_2(SO_4)_3 \cdot 24H_2O$
C
$K_2Al_2(SO_4)_4 \cdot 24H_2O$
D
$KAl(SO_4)_2 \cdot 24H_2O$
71
ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The chemical formula of 'tear gas' is
A
$COCl_2$
B
$CO_2$
C
$Cl_2$
D
$CCl_3NO_2$

Solution

(D) Tear gas is known as chloropicrin $(CCl_3NO_2)$.
It is prepared by the reaction of chloroform $(CHCl_3)$ with concentrated nitric acid $(HNO_3)$:
$CHCl_3 + HNO_3 \rightarrow CCl_3NO_2 + H_2O$
72
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
The number of oxygen atoms bonded to one phosphorus atom in $P_4O_6$ is
A
$4$
B
$3$
C
$6$
D
$5$

Solution

(B) The structure of $P_4O_6$ consists of four phosphorus atoms arranged at the corners of a tetrahedron. Each phosphorus atom is bonded to three oxygen atoms,which act as bridges between the phosphorus atoms. Thus,each phosphorus atom is linked to $3$ oxygen atoms.
73
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following has an $S-S$ bond?
A
$H_2S_2O_6$
B
$H_2S_2O_7$
C
$H_2S_2O_8$
D
Mustard gas

Solution

(A) Among the given options,only $H_2S_2O_6$ (dithionic acid) contains an $S-S$ bond.
Its structure is $HO-SO_2-SO_2-OH$,where the two sulfur atoms are directly linked to each other.
74
ChemistryMediumMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
In the Dewar's method of separation of noble gases,the mixture of noble gases is kept in contact with coconut charcoal at $173 \ K$. Which one of the following gaseous mixtures is not adsorbed on to the charcoal?
A
$Ar, Kr$
B
$Xe, Ar$
C
$He, Ne$
D
$Xe, Kr$

Solution

(C) In the Dewar's method,coconut charcoal is used to adsorb noble gases at $173 \ K$ $(-100^{\circ}C)$.
At this temperature,gases with higher boiling points are adsorbed,while those with very low boiling points remain in the gaseous phase.
$He$ (boiling point $\approx 4 \ K$) and $Ne$ (boiling point $\approx 27 \ K$) have boiling points much lower than $173 \ K$,so they are not adsorbed on the coconut charcoal.
Therefore,the mixture of $He$ and $Ne$ remains unadsorbed.
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ChemistryDifficultMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
$x$ grams of water is mixed in $69 \ g$ of ethanol. The mole fraction of ethanol in the resultant solution is $0.6$. What is the value of $x$ in grams?
A
$54$
B
$36$
C
$180$
D
$18$

Solution

(D) Let $w_A$ be the mass of water $(H_2O)$ and $w_B$ be the mass of ethanol $(C_2H_5OH)$.
Given: $w_B = 69 \ g$,molar mass of ethanol $(m_B)$ = $46 \ g/mol$,molar mass of water $(m_A)$ = $18 \ g/mol$.
Mole fraction of ethanol $(X_B)$ = $0.6$.
Therefore,mole fraction of water $(X_A)$ = $1 - 0.6 = 0.4$.
The formula for mole fraction is $X_B = \frac{n_B}{n_A + n_B}$,where $n$ is the number of moles.
$n_B = \frac{69}{46} = 1.5 \ mol$.
$n_A = \frac{x}{18} \ mol$.
$0.6 = \frac{1.5}{\frac{x}{18} + 1.5}$.
$0.6 \times (\frac{x}{18} + 1.5) = 1.5$.
$\frac{0.6x}{18} + 0.9 = 1.5$.
$\frac{x}{30} = 0.6$.
$x = 0.6 \times 30 = 18 \ g$.
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ChemistryEasyMCQTS EAMCET · 2004
Which of the following is a lyophobic colloidal solution?
A
Aqueous starch solution
B
Aqueous protein solution
C
Gold sol
D
Polymer solutions in some organic solvents

Solution

(C) lyophobic colloid is a solvent-hating colloid where the dispersed phase has little or no affinity for the dispersion medium.
$Gold \ sol$ is a classic example of a lyophobic sol because gold particles have very little affinity for the water dispersion medium,making them unstable and easily coagulated.

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