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151
MediumMCQ
Wavenumber for a radiation having $5800 \ \mathring{A}$ wavelength is $x \times 10 \ cm^{-1}$. The value of $x$ is . . . . . . . .
A
$1724$
B
$1725$
C
$1727$
D
$1730$

Solution

(A) The wavenumber $(\bar{\nu})$ is defined as the reciprocal of wavelength $(\lambda)$:
$\bar{\nu} = \frac{1}{\lambda}$
Given $\lambda = 5800 \ \mathring{A} = 5800 \times 10^{-8} \ cm = 5.8 \times 10^{-5} \ cm$.
$\bar{\nu} = \frac{1}{5.8 \times 10^{-5} \ cm} = 17241.37 \ cm^{-1}$.
We are given $\bar{\nu} = x \times 10 \ cm^{-1}$.
So,$x \times 10 = 17241.37$.
$x = 1724.137 \approx 1724$.
152
DifficultMCQ
The work function $(\phi)$ of some metals is listed below. The number of metals which will show photoelectric effect when light of $300 \ nm$ wavelength falls on the metal is
Metal $Li, Na, K, Mg, Cu, Ag, Fe, Pt, W$
$\phi \ (eV)$ $2.4, 2.3, 2.2, 3.7, 4.8, 4.3, 4.7, 6.3, 4.75$
A
$4$
B
$5$
C
$6$
D
$7$

Solution

(A) The energy of the incident photon is given by $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
Using $h = 6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \cdot s$,$c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$,and $\lambda = 300 \times 10^{-9} \ m$:
$E = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-34} \times 3 \times 10^8}{300 \times 10^{-9}} \ J = 6.626 \times 10^{-19} \ J$.
Converting to $eV$ by dividing by $1.602 \times 10^{-19} \ J/eV$:
$E = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-19}}{1.602 \times 10^{-19}} \approx 4.136 \ eV$.
Photoelectric effect occurs if the work function $\phi < E$. Thus,metals with $\phi < 4.136 \ eV$ will show the effect.
Comparing the given values: $Li \ (2.4)$,$Na \ (2.3)$,$K \ (2.2)$,and $Mg \ (3.7)$ are all less than $4.136 \ eV$.
Therefore,there are $4$ such metals.
153
EasyMCQ
Consider a helium $(He)$ atom that absorbs a photon of wavelength $330 \ nm$. The change in the velocity (in $cm \ s^{-1}$) of the $He$ atom after the photon absorption is . . . . . .
(Assume: Momentum is conserved when the photon is absorbed. Use: Planck constant $= 6.6 \times 10^{-34} \ J \ s$,Avogadro number $= 6 \times 10^{23} \ mol^{-1}$,Molar mass of $He = 4 \ g \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$30$
B
$40$
C
$50$
D
$60$

Solution

(A) The momentum of the photon is given by $p = \frac{h}{\lambda}$.
Substituting the values: $p = \frac{6.6 \times 10^{-34} \ J \ s}{330 \times 10^{-9} \ m} = 2 \times 10^{-27} \ kg \ m \ s^{-1}$.
According to the law of conservation of momentum,the momentum gained by the $He$ atom is equal to the momentum of the absorbed photon.
$p_{atom} = m \times v$,where $m$ is the mass of a single $He$ atom.
$m = \frac{\text{Molar mass}}{\text{Avogadro number}} = \frac{4 \times 10^{-3} \ kg \ mol^{-1}}{6 \times 10^{23} \ mol^{-1}} = \frac{2}{3} \times 10^{-26} \ kg$.
Equating the momenta: $2 \times 10^{-27} = (\frac{2}{3} \times 10^{-26}) \times v$.
$v = \frac{2 \times 10^{-27} \times 3}{2 \times 10^{-26}} = 0.3 \ m \ s^{-1}$.
Converting to $cm \ s^{-1}$: $0.3 \ m \ s^{-1} = 30 \ cm \ s^{-1}$.
154
MediumMCQ
Given below are two statements about $X$-ray spectra of elements :
Statement $(I) :$ $A$ plot of $\sqrt{\nu}$ ($\nu =$ frequency of $X$-rays emitted) vs atomic mass is a straight line.
Statement $(II) :$ $A$ plot of $\nu$ ($\nu =$ frequency of $X$-rays emitted) vs atomic number is a straight line.
In the light of the above statements choose the correct answer from the options given below :
A
Statement $I$ is true but Statement $II$ is false
B
Both Statement $I$ and Statement $II$ are true
C
Both Statement $I$ and Statement $II$ are false
D
Statement $I$ is false but Statement $II$ is true

Solution

(C) According to Moseley's law,the frequency $\nu$ of the characteristic $X$-rays emitted by an element is related to its atomic number $Z$ by the equation: $\sqrt{\nu} = a(Z - b)$,where $a$ and $b$ are constants.
This implies that a plot of $\sqrt{\nu}$ versus atomic number $(Z)$ is a straight line.
Statement $(I)$ is false because the plot of $\sqrt{\nu}$ versus atomic mass is not a straight line.
Statement $(II)$ is false because the plot of $\nu$ (not $\sqrt{\nu}$) versus atomic number is not a straight line; rather,$\sqrt{\nu}$ versus atomic number is a straight line.
Therefore,both statements are false.
155
MediumMCQ
Energy of a photon is $1 \ MeV,$ then its momentum will be $:-$
A
$0.53 \times 10^{-21} \ kg \ ms^{-1}$
B
$0.33 \times 10^{-17} \ kg \ ms^{-1}$
C
$1.4 \times 10^{-11} \ kg \ ms^{-1}$
D
$3.33 \times 10^{-24} \ kg \ ms^{-1}$

Solution

(A) The momentum $P$ of a photon is given by the relation $P = \frac{E}{c},$ where $E$ is the energy and $c$ is the speed of light.
Given $E = 1 \ MeV = 1 \times 10^6 \ eV = 1 \times 10^6 \times 1.602 \times 10^{-19} \ J = 1.602 \times 10^{-13} \ J.$
Speed of light $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ ms^{-1}.$
$P = \frac{1.602 \times 10^{-13} \ J}{3 \times 10^8 \ ms^{-1}} = 0.534 \times 10^{-21} \ kg \ ms^{-1}.$
156
EasyMCQ
Which of the following travels with the speed of light?
A
$\alpha$-rays
B
$\beta$-rays
C
$\gamma$-rays
D
$X$-rays

Solution

(C) $\gamma$-rays are electromagnetic radiations with zero charge and zero rest mass.
Due to their electromagnetic nature,they travel with the speed of light,which is approximately $3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$.
157
EasyMCQ
Which parameter is indicated by the number of waves passing through a given point in one second?
A
Wavelength
B
Frequency
C
Wave number
D
Amplitude

Solution

(B) Frequency is defined as the number of waves that pass through a given point in one second.
It is measured in Hertz $(Hz)$,where $1 \ Hz = 1 \ s^{-1}$.
- $(A)$ Wavelength: The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs.
- $(C)$ Wave number: The number of wavelengths per unit length $(1 / \lambda)$.
- $(D)$ Amplitude: The maximum displacement of the wave from its mean position.
158
MediumMCQ
Calculate the energy per mole of photons of electromagnetic radiation having a wavelength of $700 \ nm$. $\left[h = 6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \ s, c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s, N_A = 6.022 \times 10^{23} \ mol^{-1}\right]$
A
$1.71 \times 10^5 \ J/mol$
B
$1.02 \times 10^5 \ J/mol$
C
$1.84 \times 10^5 \ J/mol$
D
$1.55 \times 10^5 \ J/mol$

Solution

(A) The energy of one photon is given by $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
Given: $h = 6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \ s$,$c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$,$\lambda = 700 \ nm = 700 \times 10^{-9} \ m$.
Energy of one photon $E = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-34} \times 3 \times 10^8}{700 \times 10^{-9}} \ J = 2.84 \times 10^{-19} \ J$.
To find the energy per mole,multiply by Avogadro's number $(N_A = 6.022 \times 10^{23} \ mol^{-1})$:
$E_{mole} = E \times N_A = 2.84 \times 10^{-19} \times 6.022 \times 10^{23} \ J/mol \approx 1.71 \times 10^5 \ J/mol$.
159
EasyMCQ
Calculate the frequency in $Hz$ of orange colour light having wavelength $600 \ nm$. $[c = 3 \times 10^8 \ ms^{-1}]$
A
$5.4 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
B
$5.0 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
C
$5.8 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
D
$6.2 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$

Solution

(B) The relationship between frequency $(\nu)$,speed of light $(c)$,and wavelength $(\lambda)$ is given by the formula: $\nu = \frac{c}{\lambda}$.
Given:
$c = 3 \times 10^8 \ ms^{-1}$
$\lambda = 600 \ nm = 600 \times 10^{-9} \ m = 6 \times 10^{-7} \ m$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$\nu = \frac{3 \times 10^8 \ ms^{-1}}{6 \times 10^{-7} \ m} = 0.5 \times 10^{15} \ Hz = 5.0 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$.
Therefore,the correct option is $B$.
160
EasyMCQ
Calculate the wavelength for the emission of a photon having a wave number of $11516 \ cm^{-1}$. (in $nm$)
A
$216$
B
$434$
C
$868$
D
$642$

Solution

(C) The relationship between wavelength $(\lambda)$ and wave number $(\bar{\nu})$ is given by: $\lambda = \frac{1}{\bar{\nu}}$
Given $\bar{\nu} = 11516 \ cm^{-1}$.
$\lambda = \frac{1}{11516 \ cm^{-1}} \approx 8.6835 \times 10^{-5} \ cm$.
To convert this to nanometers $(nm)$,we use the conversion factor $1 \ nm = 10^{-7} \ cm$:
$\lambda = 8.6835 \times 10^{-5} \ cm \times \frac{1 \ nm}{10^{-7} \ cm} = 868.35 \ nm \approx 868 \ nm$.
161
EasyMCQ
What is the wavenumber of a radiation having a wavelength of $0.25 \mu m$?
A
$2.5 \times 10^6 \ m^{-1}$
B
$4.0 \times 10^6 \ m^{-1}$
C
$6.5 \times 10^6 \ m^{-1}$
D
$8.0 \times 10^6 \ m^{-1}$

Solution

(B) The wavenumber $(\bar{\nu})$ is defined as the reciprocal of the wavelength $(\lambda)$.
$\bar{\nu} = \frac{1}{\lambda}$
Given,$\lambda = 0.25 \mu m = 0.25 \times 10^{-6} \ m$.
Substituting the value in the formula:
$\bar{\nu} = \frac{1}{0.25 \times 10^{-6} \ m} = 4.0 \times 10^6 \ m^{-1}$.
162
EasyMCQ
Which of the following series of emission spectral lines for hydrogen is observed in the visible region?
A
Paschen
B
Lyman
C
Pfund
D
Balmer

Solution

(D) The $Balmer$ series refers to a series of emission spectral lines in the visible region of the electromagnetic spectrum for hydrogen.
These lines are produced when an electron transitions from a higher energy level $(n \geq 3)$ to the second energy level $(n=2)$ of the hydrogen atom.
The wavelengths of the lines in the $Balmer$ series fall within the visible light spectrum.
They correspond to the colors observed in hydrogen's emission spectrum,including red,blue,and violet lines.
163
EasyMCQ
Which emission transition series is obtained when an electron jumps from $n_2 = \infty$ to $n_1 = 1$?
A
Balmer
B
Lyman
C
Paschen
D
Bracket

Solution

(B) When an electron jumps from any higher energy level $(n_2 > 1)$ to the ground state $(n_1 = 1)$,the resulting emission spectral lines belong to the Lyman series.
Since the transition is from $n_2 = \infty$ to $n_1 = 1$,it represents the limiting line of the Lyman series.
164
EasyMCQ
Which of the following coloured light has the highest energy?
A
Red
B
Blue
C
Yellow
D
Violet

Solution

(D) The energy of a photon is given by the equation $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
This shows that energy is inversely proportional to the wavelength $(\lambda)$.
Shorter the wavelength,higher is the frequency,and higher is the energy.
Among the given colours,violet light has the shortest wavelength (approximately $400 \ nm$),therefore it possesses the highest energy.
165
MediumMCQ
Calculate the frequency if the wavelength is $750 \ nm$.
A
$2 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
B
$4 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
C
$6 \times 10^{15} \ Hz$
D
$8 \times 10^{15} \ Hz$

Solution

(B) The relationship between frequency $(v)$,speed of light $(c)$,and wavelength $(\lambda)$ is given by the formula: $v = \frac{c}{\lambda}$.
Given: $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m \ s^{-1}$ and $\lambda = 750 \ nm = 750 \times 10^{-9} \ m$.
Substituting the values: $v = \frac{3 \times 10^8 \ m \ s^{-1}}{750 \times 10^{-9} \ m} = \frac{3}{750} \times 10^{17} \ Hz = 0.004 \times 10^{17} \ Hz = 4 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$.
166
EasyMCQ
The wavelength of a spectral line of caesium is $460 \ nm$. What is the frequency of the spectral line?
A
$4.5 \times 10^8 \ Hz$
B
$6.5 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
C
$3 \times 10^9 \ Hz$
D
$5.6 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$

Solution

(B) The relationship between frequency $(v)$,speed of light $(c)$,and wavelength $(\lambda)$ is given by the formula: $v = \frac{c}{\lambda}$.
Given: $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ and $\lambda = 460 \ nm = 460 \times 10^{-9} \ m$.
Substituting the values: $v = \frac{3 \times 10^8 \ m/s}{460 \times 10^{-9} \ m} = 6.52 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$.
Thus,the frequency is approximately $6.5 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$.
167
MediumMCQ
What is the wavelength for a wave having frequency $50 \ Hz$?
A
$1.6 \times 10^6 \ m$
B
$6 \times 10^{-2} \ m$
C
$6 \times 10^6 \ m$
D
$15 \times 10^2 \ m$

Solution

(C) The relationship between speed of light $(c)$,frequency $(\nu)$,and wavelength $(\lambda)$ is given by $c = \nu \times \lambda$.
Given: $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ and $\nu = 50 \ Hz$.
Rearranging the formula for wavelength: $\lambda = \frac{c}{\nu}$.
Substituting the values: $\lambda = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{50} = 0.06 \times 10^8 \ m = 6 \times 10^6 \ m$.
168
MediumMCQ
The wavelength of blue light is $480 \ nm$. What is the frequency of this light?
A
$4.8 \times 10^9 \ Hz$
B
$2.25 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
C
$6.25 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
D
$5.25 \times 10^9 \ Hz$

Solution

(C) The frequency $v$ is given by the formula $v = \frac{c}{\lambda}$.
Given wavelength $\lambda = 480 \ nm = 480 \times 10^{-9} \ m$.
The speed of light $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$.
Substituting the values: $v = \frac{3 \times 10^8 \ m/s}{480 \times 10^{-9} \ m} = 6.25 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$.
169
EasyMCQ
What is the frequency of violet light having wavelength $400 \ nm$?
A
$3.0 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
B
$4.0 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
C
$7.5 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$
D
$9.0 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$

Solution

(C) The frequency $\nu$ is calculated using the formula $\nu = \frac{c}{\lambda}$.
Given: Speed of light $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m \ s^{-1}$ and wavelength $\lambda = 400 \ nm = 400 \times 10^{-9} \ m$.
Substituting the values: $\nu = \frac{3 \times 10^8 \ m \ s^{-1}}{400 \times 10^{-9} \ m} = 7.5 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$.
170
MediumMCQ
With regard to the photoelectric effect,identify the correct statement among the following.
A
Energy of electron ejected increases with the increase in the intensity of incident light.
B
Number of electron ejected increases with the increase in the frequency of incident light.
C
Number of electron ejected increases with the increase in work function.
D
Number of electron ejected increases with the increase in the intensity of incident light.

Solution

(D) The photoelectric effect occurs when light of a suitable frequency strikes the surface of a metal,causing the ejection of electrons.
The number of photoelectrons emitted per second is directly proportional to the intensity of the incident light,provided the frequency is above the threshold frequency.
The kinetic energy of the emitted electrons depends on the frequency of the incident light,not its intensity.
Therefore,the correct statement is that the number of electrons ejected increases with the increase in the intensity of incident light.
171
MediumMCQ
If the energies of two photons are in the ratio of $3:2$,their wavelengths will be in the ratio of
A
$2:3$
B
$9:4$
C
$3:2$
D
$1:2$

Solution

(A) The energy of a photon is given by the formula $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$,where $h$ is Planck's constant,$c$ is the speed of light,and $\lambda$ is the wavelength.
Since $h$ and $c$ are constants,$E \propto \frac{1}{\lambda}$.
Therefore,the ratio of energies is inversely proportional to the ratio of their wavelengths:
$\frac{E_1}{E_2} = \frac{\lambda_2}{\lambda_1}$
Given $\frac{E_1}{E_2} = \frac{3}{2}$,we have $\frac{3}{2} = \frac{\lambda_2}{\lambda_1}$.
Thus,the ratio of wavelengths $\lambda_1 : \lambda_2 = 2:3$.
172
EasyMCQ
While passing through an applied magnetic field,which of the following undergoes the maximum deflection?
A
Stream of $\alpha$-particles
B
Stream of $\beta$-particles
C
$\gamma$-rays
D
Stream of neutrons

Solution

(B) The deflection of a charged particle in a magnetic field is given by the Lorentz force,$F = qvB \sin \theta$,and the resulting acceleration is $a = F/m = (qvB \sin \theta)/m$.
Since the deflection is proportional to the charge-to-mass ratio $(q/m)$,the particle with the highest $q/m$ ratio will undergo the maximum deflection.
$\alpha$-particles $(He^{2+})$ have a mass of approximately $4 \ amu$ and a charge of $+2$.
$\beta$-particles $(e^-)$ have a mass of approximately $1/1837 \ amu$ and a charge of $-1$.
$\gamma$-rays are electromagnetic radiation with no charge and no mass,so they show no deflection.
Neutrons have no charge,so they show no deflection.
Comparing the $q/m$ ratios,the $\beta$-particle has a significantly higher $q/m$ ratio than the $\alpha$-particle,leading to maximum deflection.
173
EasyMCQ
Identify the correct statements from the following:
$I$) Isotopes of an element show different chemical behaviour
$II$) Lyman series of lines of hydrogen spectrum appear in $UV$ region
$III$) The oscillating electric and magnetic field components of electromagnetic radiation are perpendicular to each other and both are perpendicular to the direction of propagation of radiation
A
$II$ & $III$ only
B
$I$ & $II$ only
C
$I$ & $III$ only
D
$I$,$II$,$III$

Solution

(A) Statement $I$ is incorrect because isotopes of an element have the same electronic configuration and therefore exhibit similar chemical properties.
Statement $II$ is correct because the Lyman series corresponds to electronic transitions to the $n=1$ energy level,which releases energy in the ultraviolet $(UV)$ region.
Statement $III$ is correct because,according to Maxwell's wave theory,electromagnetic radiation consists of oscillating electric and magnetic fields that are mutually perpendicular to each other and to the direction of wave propagation.
Therefore,statements $II$ and $III$ are correct.
174
MediumMCQ
$a$,$b$,$c$,$d$ are electromagnetic radiations. Frequencies of $a$,$b$ are $3 \times 10^{15} \ Hz$,$2 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$,respectively,whereas wavelengths of $c$,$d$ are $400 \ nm$,$750 \ nm$,respectively. The increasing order of their energies is
A
$b < d < c < a$
B
$a < d < c < b$
C
$a < b < c < d$
D
$b < c < d < a$

Solution

(A) The energy of electromagnetic radiation is given by $E = h\nu = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
For $a$: $\nu_a = 3 \times 10^{15} \ Hz$.
For $b$: $\nu_b = 2 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$.
For $c$: $\lambda_c = 400 \ nm = 400 \times 10^{-9} \ m$. Frequency $\nu_c = \frac{c}{\lambda_c} = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{400 \times 10^{-9}} = 7.5 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$.
For $d$: $\lambda_d = 750 \ nm = 750 \times 10^{-9} \ m$. Frequency $\nu_d = \frac{c}{\lambda_d} = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{750 \times 10^{-9}} = 4 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$.
Comparing frequencies: $\nu_b (2 \times 10^{14}) < \nu_d (4 \times 10^{14}) < \nu_c (7.5 \times 10^{14}) < \nu_a (30 \times 10^{14})$.
Since $E \propto \nu$,the increasing order of energies is $b < d < c < a$.
175
MediumMCQ
The Vijayawada $FM$ radio station broadcasts at a frequency of $103.4 \ MHz$. The wavelength of the corresponding radio waves (in $m$) is
A
$2.9$
B
$29$
C
$9.2$
D
$92$

Solution

(A) The relationship between wavelength $(\lambda)$,frequency $(\nu)$,and the speed of light $(c)$ is given by the formula: $\lambda = \frac{c}{\nu}$.
Given: $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m \ s^{-1}$ and $\nu = 103.4 \ MHz = 103.4 \times 10^6 \ s^{-1} = 1.034 \times 10^8 \ s^{-1}$.
Substituting the values: $\lambda = \frac{3 \times 10^8 \ m \ s^{-1}}{1.034 \times 10^8 \ s^{-1}} \cong 2.90 \ m$.
176
MediumMCQ
Identify the region of the electromagnetic spectrum for the spectral lines when electron transition takes place from higher energy levels to $n=3, 4, 5$ in the atomic spectrum of hydrogen.
A
Ultraviolet
B
Visible
C
Infrared
D
Microwave

Solution

(C) The spectral series of hydrogen are defined by the lower energy level $n_2$ to which the electron transitions from higher levels $n_1$:
$n_2 = 1$ (Lyman series): Ultraviolet region.
$n_2 = 2$ (Balmer series): Visible region.
$n_2 = 3$ (Paschen series): Infrared region.
$n_2 = 4$ (Brackett series): Infrared region.
$n_2 = 5$ (Pfund series): Infrared region.
Since the question refers to transitions to $n = 3, 4, 5$,all these series (Paschen,Brackett,and Pfund) fall within the Infrared region.
177
MediumMCQ
The laser in an audio compact disc uses light of wavelength $7.8 \times 10^2 \ nm$. What is the frequency of light emitted by the laser?
A
$1.8 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$
B
$2.6 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$
C
$5.4 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$
D
$3.8 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$

Solution

(D) The wavelength $\lambda$ is given as $7.8 \times 10^2 \ nm$.
Convert the wavelength to meters: $\lambda = 7.8 \times 10^2 \times 10^{-9} \ m = 7.8 \times 10^{-7} \ m$.
The frequency $\nu$ is calculated using the formula $\nu = \frac{c}{\lambda}$,where $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m \ s^{-1}$ is the speed of light.
$\nu = \frac{3 \times 10^8 \ m \ s^{-1}}{7.8 \times 10^{-7} \ m} \approx 3.846 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$.
Thus,the frequency is approximately $3.8 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$.
178
EasyMCQ
Work function $(W_0)$ values of six metals (in $eV$) are given below: $Li: 2.42, Mg: 3.7, Cu: 4.8, Ag: 4.3, K: 2.25, Na: 2.3$. How many of the above metals do not eject the electrons when they are made to strike with radiation of wavelength $400 \text{ nm}$? $(h = 6.62 \times 10^{-34} \text{ Js})$
A
$4$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$5$

Solution

(C) The energy of the incident radiation $(E)$ is calculated using the formula: $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
Substituting the values: $E = \frac{6.62 \times 10^{-34} \times 3 \times 10^8}{400 \times 10^{-9} \times 1.6 \times 10^{-19}} \text{ eV} \approx 3.1 \text{ eV}$.
For photoemission to occur,the energy of the incident radiation must be greater than or equal to the work function $(E \ge W_0)$.
Conversely,electrons will not be ejected if the work function is greater than the incident energy $(W_0 > E)$.
Comparing the given work functions with $3.1 \text{ eV}$:
$Mg (3.7 > 3.1)$,$Cu (4.8 > 3.1)$,and $Ag (4.3 > 3.1)$ have work functions greater than $3.1 \text{ eV}$.
Therefore,$3$ metals will not eject electrons.
179
EasyMCQ
Assuming that the incident radiation is capable of ejecting photoelectrons from all the given metals,the lowest kinetic energy of the ejected photoelectron is observed with which of the given metals?
A
$Na$
B
$Li$
C
$Ag$
D
$Cu$

Solution

(D) According to Einstein's photoelectric equation,the kinetic energy $(KE)$ of the ejected photoelectron is given by: $KE = h\nu - \varphi$,where $h\nu$ is the energy of incident radiation and $\varphi$ is the work function of the metal.
From this relation,it is clear that for a constant incident energy $(h\nu)$,the kinetic energy $(KE)$ is inversely proportional to the work function $(\varphi)$ of the metal.
Therefore,the metal with the highest work function will result in the lowest kinetic energy of the ejected photoelectrons.
The order of work functions for the given metals is: $Cu (4.70 \ eV) > Ag (4.26 \ eV) > Li (2.90 \ eV) > Na (2.75 \ eV)$.
Since $Cu$ has the highest work function,it will exhibit the lowest kinetic energy for the ejected photoelectrons.
180
EasyMCQ
Calculate the wave number and frequency of orange radiation having wavelength $6300 \ \mathring{A}$.
A
$1.587 \times 10^8 \ m^{-1}, 4.761 \times 10^{16} \ s^{-1}$
B
$1.587 \times 10^4 \ m^{-1}, 4.761 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$
C
$1.587 \times 10^6 \ m^{-1}, 4.761 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$
D
$1.587 \times 10^6 \ m^{-1}, 4.761 \times 10^{16} \ s^{-1}$

Solution

(C) Given wavelength $\lambda = 6300 \ \mathring{A} = 6300 \times 10^{-10} \ m = 6.3 \times 10^{-7} \ m$.
$(I)$ Wave number $(\bar{\nu})$ is the reciprocal of wavelength:
$\bar{\nu} = \frac{1}{\lambda} = \frac{1}{6.3 \times 10^{-7} \ m} \approx 1.587 \times 10^6 \ m^{-1}$.
$(II)$ Frequency $(\nu)$ is given by $\nu = \frac{c}{\lambda}$,where $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m \ s^{-1}$:
$\nu = \frac{3 \times 10^8 \ m \ s^{-1}}{6.3 \times 10^{-7} \ m} \approx 4.761 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$.
Thus,the correct option is $C$.
181
MediumMCQ
Which of the following statements is correct about the photoelectric effect?
$1$. The number of electrons ejected from a metal surface is inversely proportional to the intensity of light.
$2$. Below the threshold frequency,the photoelectric effect can be observed.
$3$. At a frequency higher than the threshold frequency,the ejected electrons have a certain kinetic energy.
$4$. At a frequency higher than the threshold frequency,the electron is still on the metal surface.
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(C) The kinetic energy $(KE)$ of photoelectrons is given by the equation: $KE = h\nu - h\nu_0$.
When the incident frequency $\nu > \nu_0$,then $KE > 0$. Thus,statement $3$ is correct.
Here,$\nu$ is the frequency of incident light and $\nu_0$ is the threshold frequency.
Analyzing other statements:
$1$. The number of photoelectrons ejected is directly proportional to the intensity of light,not inversely.
$2$. When $\nu < \nu_0$,$KE < 0$,which is physically impossible; therefore,the photoelectric effect cannot be observed.
$4$. When $\nu = \nu_0$,$KE = 0$,meaning the electrons are just ejected but have no kinetic energy to move away from the surface.
182
MediumMCQ
The work functions $(W_0)$ of $K, Na, Li, Mg$ and $Cu$ are $2.25, 2.30, 2.42, 3.70$ and $4.80 \ eV$ respectively. How many of these metals do not undergo photoelectric effect when a radiation of wavelength $450 \ nm$ is allowed to fall on them? $(1 \ eV = 1.602 \times 10^{-19} \ J)$
A
$2$
B
$1$
C
$3$
D
$5$

Solution

(A) The energy of the incident photon is given by $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
Given $\lambda = 450 \ nm = 450 \times 10^{-9} \ m$.
$E = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \cdot s \times 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s}{450 \times 10^{-9} \ m} \approx 4.417 \times 10^{-19} \ J$.
Converting to $eV$: $E = \frac{4.417 \times 10^{-19} \ J}{1.602 \times 10^{-19} \ J/eV} \approx 2.76 \ eV$.
Photoelectric effect occurs if the energy of the incident photon is greater than or equal to the work function $(E \ge W_0)$.
Metals with $W_0 < 2.76 \ eV$ are $K (2.25 \ eV), Na (2.30 \ eV)$,and $Li (2.42 \ eV)$. These will undergo the photoelectric effect.
Metals with $W_0 > 2.76 \ eV$ are $Mg (3.70 \ eV)$ and $Cu (4.80 \ eV)$. These will not undergo the photoelectric effect.
The number of such metals is $2$.
183
DifficultMCQ
The work functions of $Ag, Mg, K$ and $Na$ respectively in $eV$ are $4.3, 3.7, 2.25, 2.30$. When an electromagnetic radiation of wavelength of $300 \ nm$ is allowed to fall on these metal surfaces,the number of metals from which the electrons are ejected is $(eV = 1.6022 \times 10^{-19} \ J)$
A
$4$
B
$3$
C
$2$
D
$1$

Solution

(B) The energy of the incident photon is given by $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
Using $h = 6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \ s$,$c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$,and $\lambda = 300 \times 10^{-9} \ m$:
$E = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-34} \times 3 \times 10^8}{300 \times 10^{-9}} = 6.626 \times 10^{-19} \ J$.
Converting this energy to $eV$: $E = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-19}}{1.6022 \times 10^{-19}} \approx 4.135 \ eV$.
Photoelectric effect occurs if the incident photon energy is greater than the work function $(\Phi)$ of the metal.
Comparing $\Phi$ values:
$Ag: 4.3 \ eV > 4.135 \ eV$ (No emission)
$Mg: 3.7 \ eV < 4.135 \ eV$ (Emission)
$K: 2.25 \ eV < 4.135 \ eV$ (Emission)
$Na: 2.30 \ eV < 4.135 \ eV$ (Emission)
Thus,$Mg, K,$ and $Na$ will eject electrons. The total number of such metals is $3$.
184
EasyMCQ
Which of the following series correctly represents the energy of the radiation?
A
$Radio \ waves > X-rays > visible > IR$
B
$UV > X-rays > IR > radio \ waves$
C
$\gamma-rays > IR > visible > microwave$
D
$X-rays > UV > IR > microwave$

Solution

(D) The energy $(E)$ of electromagnetic radiation is inversely proportional to its wavelength $(\lambda)$ according to the equation $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
As the wavelength increases,the energy of the radiation decreases.
The electromagnetic spectrum in order of decreasing energy is: $\gamma-rays > X-rays > UV > visible > IR > microwave > radio \ waves$.
Comparing this with the given options,the correct order is $X-rays > UV > IR > microwave$.
185
EasyMCQ
Which of the following sets of radiations cannot be seen in the hydrogen atomic spectrum? $(i)$ $\gamma$-radiation $(ii)$ $UV$ $(iii)$ $X$-rays $(iv)$ Infrared
A
$(i)$,$(iii)$,$(iv)$
B
$(iii)$,$(iv)$
C
$(i)$,$(iii)$
D
$(i)$,$(iv)$

Solution

(C) The hydrogen atomic spectrum consists of five series of spectral lines,which fall into specific regions of the electromagnetic spectrum:
$1$. Lyman series: $UV$ region
$2$. Balmer series: Visible region
$3$. Paschen series: $IR$ region
$4$. Brackett series: $IR$ region
$5$. Pfund series: $IR$ region
Comparing these with the given options:
$(i)$ $\gamma$-radiation: Not observed.
$(ii)$ $UV$: Observed (Lyman series).
$(iii)$ $X$-rays: Not observed.
$(iv)$ Infrared: Observed (Paschen,Brackett,Pfund series).
Therefore,$\gamma$-radiation and $X$-rays are not seen in the hydrogen atomic spectrum.
186
MediumMCQ
The radiation with maximum frequency is
A
$X$-rays
B
radio waves
C
$UV$ rays
D
$IR$ rays

Solution

(A) Based on the electromagnetic spectrum,the frequency ranges are as follows:
| Name | Frequency (in $Hz$) |
| :--- | :--- |
| $X$-rays | $10^{17}$ to $10^{21}$ |
| Radiowaves | $10^{5}$ to $10^{8}$ |
| $UV$ rays | $10^{15}$ to $10^{16}$ |
| $IR$ rays | $10^{12}$ to $10^{13}$ |
Comparing the given ranges,$X$-rays have the highest frequency range ($10^{17}$ to $10^{21} \ Hz$).
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
187
DifficultMCQ
The energy of an electromagnetic radiation is $19.875 \times 10^{-13} \ erg$. What is its wave number in $cm^{-1}$? $(h = 6.625 \times 10^{-27} \ erg \ sec, c = 3 \times 10^{10} \ cm \ sec^{-1})$
A
$1000$
B
$10^6$
C
$100$
D
$10000$

Solution

(D) The energy of radiation is given by the formula: $E = h \nu = \frac{hc}{\lambda} = hc \bar{\nu}$,where $\bar{\nu}$ is the wave number.
Rearranging for the wave number: $\bar{\nu} = \frac{E}{hc}$.
Substituting the given values: $\bar{\nu} = \frac{19.875 \times 10^{-13} \ erg}{6.625 \times 10^{-27} \ erg \ sec \times 3 \times 10^{10} \ cm \ sec^{-1}}$.
$\bar{\nu} = \frac{19.875 \times 10^{-13}}{19.875 \times 10^{-17}} = 10^4 \ cm^{-1}$.
188
DifficultMCQ
Work functions of four metals $M_1, M_2, M_3$ and $M_4$ are $4.8, 4.3, 4.75$ and $3.75 \ eV$ respectively. The metals which do not show photoelectric effect when light of wavelength $310 \ nm$ falls on the metals are
A
$M_1, M_2$ only
B
$M_1, M_3$ only
C
$M_1, M_2, M_3$ only
D
$M_1, M_2, M_4$ only

Solution

(C) The energy of the incident photon is given by $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
Given $\lambda = 310 \ nm = 310 \times 10^{-9} \ m$.
Using $h = 6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \cdot s$ and $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$,$E = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-34} \times 3 \times 10^8}{310 \times 10^{-9}} \approx 6.41 \times 10^{-19} \ J$.
Converting to $eV$: $E = \frac{6.41 \times 10^{-19}}{1.602 \times 10^{-19}} \approx 4.0 \ eV$.
Photoelectric effect occurs if the energy of the incident photon is greater than or equal to the work function $(\Phi)$ of the metal. If $E < \Phi$,the photoelectric effect does not occur.
Here,$E = 4.0 \ eV$.
Comparing with work functions:
$M_1: 4.8 \ eV > 4.0 \ eV$ (No effect)
$M_2: 4.3 \ eV > 4.0 \ eV$ (No effect)
$M_3: 4.75 \ eV > 4.0 \ eV$ (No effect)
$M_4: 3.75 \ eV < 4.0 \ eV$ (Effect occurs)
Thus,$M_1, M_2$ and $M_3$ do not show the photoelectric effect.
189
MediumMCQ
When radiation of $300 \ nm$ is shone on five metals,namely $Li, Mg, Ag, Cu,$ and $K$,the number of metals that show the photoelectric effect is:
A
$2$
B
$4$
C
$5$
D
$3$

Solution

(D) The energy of the incident radiation is calculated using the formula $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
For $\lambda = 300 \ nm = 300 \times 10^{-9} \ m$,$E = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \cdot s \times 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s}{300 \times 10^{-9} \ m} \approx 6.626 \times 10^{-19} \ J \approx 4.14 \ eV$.
The work functions $(\Phi)$ of the metals are approximately: $Li \approx 2.5 \ eV$,$Mg \approx 3.7 \ eV$,$Ag \approx 4.3 \ eV$,$Cu \approx 4.7 \ eV$,and $K \approx 2.3 \ eV$.
Photoelectric effect occurs when $E > \Phi$.
Comparing the values,$Li, Mg,$ and $K$ have work functions less than $4.14 \ eV$.
Thus,$3$ metals show the photoelectric effect.
190
EasyMCQ
Choose the correct statements in reference to the photoelectric effect. $(i)$ There is no time lag between the striking of light and ejection of electrons from the metal surface. $(ii)$ The number of electrons ejected is independent of the intensity of light. $(iii)$ The elements $K$,$Rb$ and $Cs$ can show photoelectric effect when exposed to the beam of light.
A
$(i)$ and $(ii)$ only
B
$(i)$ and $(iii)$ only
C
$(i)$,$(ii)$,$(iii)$
D
$(ii)$ and $(iii)$ only

Solution

(B) Statement $(i)$ is correct: The photoelectric effect is an instantaneous process with no time lag between light incidence and electron emission.
Statement $(ii)$ is incorrect: The number of photoelectrons ejected is directly proportional to the intensity of the incident light.
Statement $(iii)$ is correct: Alkali metals like $K$,$Rb$,and $Cs$ have low work functions and exhibit the photoelectric effect even with visible light.
Therefore,statements $(i)$ and $(iii)$ are correct.
191
EasyMCQ
The wavelength (in $\mathring{A}$) of a photon having energy $3 \ eV$ is approximately.
$1 \ eV = 1.6 \times 10^{-12} \ erg$
$h = 6.626 \times 10^{-27} \ erg \ s$
$c = 3 \times 10^{10} \ cm/s$
A
$3000$
B
$4000$
C
$4141$
D
$7824$

Solution

(C) The energy of the photon is given as $E = 3 \ eV$.
Converting energy to $erg$: $E = 3 \times 1.6 \times 10^{-12} \ erg = 4.8 \times 10^{-12} \ erg$.
Using the formula $\lambda = \frac{hc}{E}$:
$\lambda = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-27} \ erg \ s \times 3 \times 10^{10} \ cm/s}{4.8 \times 10^{-12} \ erg}$.
$\lambda = \frac{19.878 \times 10^{-17}}{4.8 \times 10^{-12}} \ cm = 4.141 \times 10^{-5} \ cm$.
Since $1 \ cm = 10^8 \ \mathring{A}$,then $\lambda = 4.141 \times 10^{-5} \times 10^8 \ \mathring{A} = 4141 \ \mathring{A}$.
192
MediumMCQ
Which one of the following frequencies of radiation (in $Hz$) has a wavelength of $600 \ nm$?
A
$2.0 \times 10^{13}$
B
$5.0 \times 10^{16}$
C
$2.0 \times 10^{14}$
D
$5.0 \times 10^{14}$

Solution

(D) The relationship between frequency $(v)$,speed of light $(c)$,and wavelength $(\lambda)$ is given by the formula: $v = \frac{c}{\lambda}$.
Given: $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$ and $\lambda = 600 \ nm = 600 \times 10^{-9} \ m$.
Substituting the values:
$v = \frac{3 \times 10^8 \ m/s}{600 \times 10^{-9} \ m} = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{6 \times 10^{-7}} = 0.5 \times 10^{15} \ Hz = 5.0 \times 10^{14} \ Hz$.
193
MediumMCQ
The energy required to break one mole of hydrogen-hydrogen bonds in $H_2$ is $436 \ kJ$. What is the longest wavelength of light required to break a single hydrogen-hydrogen bond (in $nm$)?
A
$68.5$
B
$137$
C
$274$
D
$548$

Solution

(C) The energy required to break one mole of $H_2$ bonds is $436 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$.
To break a single bond,the energy required $(E)$ is $\frac{436 \times 10^3 \ J \ mol^{-1}}{6.023 \times 10^{23} \ mol^{-1}} \approx 7.24 \times 10^{-19} \ J$.
The relationship between energy and wavelength is $E = \frac{h \cdot c}{\lambda}$,where $h = 6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \cdot s$ and $c = 3 \times 10^8 \ m \cdot s^{-1}$.
Rearranging for wavelength: $\lambda = \frac{h \cdot c}{E}$.
$\lambda = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \cdot s \times 3 \times 10^8 \ m \cdot s^{-1}}{7.24 \times 10^{-19} \ J} \approx 2.745 \times 10^{-7} \ m$.
Converting to nanometers: $\lambda \approx 274.5 \ nm \approx 274 \ nm$.
194
DifficultMCQ
Which one of the following corresponds to a photon of highest energy?
A
$\lambda = 300 \ nm$
B
$v = 3 \times 10^{4} \ s^{-1}$
C
$\bar{v} = 30 \ cm^{-1}$
D
$\varepsilon = 6.626 \times 10^{-27} \ J$

Solution

(A) The energy of a photon is given by $E = h \nu = \frac{hc}{\lambda} = hc \cdot \bar{\nu}$,where $\bar{\nu} = \frac{1}{\lambda}$.
For option $(A)$: $\lambda = 300 \ nm = 300 \times 10^{-9} \ m$. $E = \frac{(6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \cdot s)(3 \times 10^{8} \ m/s)}{300 \times 10^{-9} \ m} = 6.626 \times 10^{-19} \ J$.
For option $(B)$: $\nu = 3 \times 10^{4} \ s^{-1}$. $E = h \nu = (6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \cdot s)(3 \times 10^{4} \ s^{-1}) = 1.9878 \times 10^{-29} \ J$.
For option $(C)$: $\bar{\nu} = 30 \ cm^{-1} = 3000 \ m^{-1}$. $E = hc \cdot \bar{\nu} = (6.626 \times 10^{-34} \ J \cdot s)(3 \times 10^{8} \ m/s)(3000 \ m^{-1}) = 5.9634 \times 10^{-22} \ J$.
For option $(D)$: $E = 6.626 \times 10^{-27} \ J$.
Comparing the values,the energy in option $(A)$ is the highest.
195
DifficultMCQ
The wavelength of photon $A$ is $400 \ nm$. The frequency of photon $B$ is $10^{16} \ s^{-1}$. The wave number of photon $C$ is $10^{4} \ cm^{-1}$. The correct order of energy of these photons is:
A
$C > B > A$
B
$B > A > C$
C
$A > B > C$
D
$A > C > B$

Solution

(B) $(1)$. Wavelength of $A = 400 \ nm = 400 \times 10^{-9} \ m$.
$(2)$. Wavelength of $B$ $(\lambda) = \frac{c}{\nu} = \frac{3 \times 10^{8} \ m/s}{10^{16} \ s^{-1}} = 3 \times 10^{-8} \ m = 30 \ nm$.
$(3)$. Wavelength of $C$ $(\lambda) = \frac{1}{\bar{\nu}} = \frac{1}{10^{4} \ cm^{-1}} = 10^{-4} \ cm = 10^{-6} \ m = 1000 \ nm$.
Comparing wavelengths: $\lambda_{C} (1000 \ nm) > \lambda_{A} (400 \ nm) > \lambda_{B} (30 \ nm)$.
Since Energy $(E) = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$,$E \propto \frac{1}{\lambda}$.
Therefore,the order of energy is $E_{B} > E_{A} > E_{C}$.
196
MediumMCQ
Consider two radiations of wavelengths $1. \lambda_1 = 2000 \mathring{A}$ and $2. \lambda_2 = 6000 \mathring{A}$. The ratio of the energies of these two radiations $\left(\frac{E_1}{E_2}\right)$ is . . . . . . (Nearest integer).
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(C) The energy $E$ of a radiation is inversely proportional to its wavelength $\lambda$,given by the formula $E = \frac{hc}{\lambda}$.
Therefore,the ratio of energies is $\frac{E_1}{E_2} = \frac{\lambda_2}{\lambda_1}$.
Given $\lambda_1 = 2000 \mathring{A}$ and $\lambda_2 = 6000 \mathring{A}$.
Substituting the values,we get $\frac{E_1}{E_2} = \frac{6000}{2000} = 3$.

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