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Class 11 Physics · Fluid Mechanics and Surface Tension · Excess Pressure and coalesce of Bubble and drop

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MediumMCQ
The force required to separate two glass plates of area $10^{-2} \, m^2$ with a film of water $0.05 \, mm$ thick between them is ...... $N$. (Surface tension of water is $70 \times 10^{-3} \, N/m$)
A
$28$
B
$14$
C
$50$
D
$38$

Solution

(A) The force $F$ required to separate two plates of area $A$ separated by a liquid film of thickness $t$ and surface tension $T$ is given by the formula:
$F = \frac{2TA}{t}$
Given:
Area $A = 10^{-2} \, m^2$
Thickness $t = 0.05 \, mm = 0.05 \times 10^{-3} \, m$
Surface tension $T = 70 \times 10^{-3} \, N/m$
Substituting the values:
$F = \frac{2 \times (70 \times 10^{-3}) \times 10^{-2}}{0.05 \times 10^{-3}}$
$F = \frac{140 \times 10^{-5}}{0.05 \times 10^{-3}}$
$F = \frac{140}{0.05} \times 10^{-2} = 2800 \times 10^{-2} = 28 \, N$
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
2
MediumMCQ
Energy needed in breaking a drop of radius $R$ into $n$ drops of radii $r$ is given by
A
$4\pi T(n{r^2} - {R^2})$
B
$\frac{4}{3}\pi ({r^3}n - {R^2})$
C
$4\pi T({R^2} - n{r^2})$
D
$4\pi T(n{r^2} + {R^2})$

Solution

(A) The energy required to break a large drop into smaller drops is equal to the increase in the total surface energy of the system.
$1$. Initial surface energy of the large drop of radius $R$: $U_i = 4\pi R^2 T$,where $T$ is the surface tension.
$2$. Final surface energy of $n$ small drops of radius $r$: $U_f = n(4\pi r^2 T) = 4\pi n r^2 T$.
$3$. The energy needed is the change in surface energy: $\Delta U = U_f - U_i$.
$4$. Therefore,$\Delta U = 4\pi n r^2 T - 4\pi R^2 T = 4\pi T(n r^2 - R^2)$.
3
EasyMCQ
Two droplets merge with each other and form a large droplet. In this process,
A
Energy is liberated
B
Energy is absorbed
C
Neither liberated nor absorbed
D
Some mass is converted into energy

Solution

(A) When two droplets merge to form a single larger droplet,the total surface area of the system decreases.
Since surface energy is given by $U = T \times A$ (where $T$ is surface tension and $A$ is surface area),a decrease in surface area leads to a decrease in the total surface energy of the system.
According to the law of conservation of energy,this decrease in surface energy is released into the surroundings,usually in the form of heat.
Therefore,energy is liberated during this process.
4
MediumMCQ
$A$ drop of liquid of diameter $2.8\, mm$ breaks up into $125$ identical drops. The change in energy is nearly ........ $erg$ (Surface Tension of liquid = $75\, dynes/cm$).
A
$0$
B
$19$
C
$46$
D
$74$

Solution

(D) Given: Diameter of the large drop $D = 2.8\, mm$,so radius $R = 1.4\, mm = 0.14\, cm$.
Number of small drops $n = 125$.
Surface tension $T = 75\, dynes/cm$.
When a large drop breaks into $n$ small drops,the radius of each small drop $r$ is given by $r = R / n^{1/3}$.
$r = 0.14 / (125)^{1/3} = 0.14 / 5 = 0.028\, cm$.
The change in surface energy $\Delta E$ is given by $\Delta E = n(4\pi r^2 T) - 4\pi R^2 T = 4\pi T (nr^2 - R^2)$.
Since $n = (R/r)^3$,we have $nr^2 = R^3/r = R^3 / (R/n^{1/3}) = R^2 n^{1/3}$.
Thus,$\Delta E = 4\pi R^2 T (n^{1/3} - 1)$.
Substituting the values: $\Delta E = 4 \times 3.14 \times (0.14)^2 \times 75 \times (125^{1/3} - 1)$.
$\Delta E = 4 \times 3.14 \times 0.0196 \times 75 \times (5 - 1) = 4 \times 3.14 \times 0.0196 \times 75 \times 4$.
$\Delta E \approx 73.85\, erg \approx 74\, erg$.
5
MediumMCQ
Work done in splitting a drop of water of $1 \, mm$ radius into $10^6$ droplets is (Surface tension of water $= 72 \times 10^{-3} \, J/m^2$).
A
$9.58 \times 10^{-5} \, J$
B
$8.95 \times 10^{-5} \, J$
C
$5.89 \times 10^{-5} \, J$
D
$5.98 \times 10^{-6} \, J$

Solution

(B) The work done $W$ in splitting a large drop of radius $R$ into $n$ smaller droplets of radius $r$ is given by the change in surface area multiplied by surface tension $T$.
$W = T \times \Delta A = T \times (n \times 4\pi r^2 - 4\pi R^2)$.
Since the volume remains constant,$\frac{4}{3}\pi R^3 = n \times \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$,which gives $r = R / n^{1/3}$.
Substituting $r$,we get $W = 4\pi R^2 T (n^{1/3} - 1)$.
Given $R = 10^{-3} \, m$,$n = 10^6$,and $T = 72 \times 10^{-3} \, J/m^2$.
$W = 4 \times 3.1416 \times (10^{-3})^2 \times 72 \times 10^{-3} \times ( (10^6)^{1/3} - 1)$.
$W = 4 \times 3.1416 \times 10^{-6} \times 72 \times 10^{-3} \times (100 - 1)$.
$W = 4 \times 3.1416 \times 72 \times 99 \times 10^{-9} \approx 8.95 \times 10^{-5} \, J$.
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MediumMCQ
$A$ spherical liquid drop of radius $R$ is divided into eight equal droplets. If surface tension is $T$,then the work done in this process will be
A
$2\pi R^2 T$
B
$3\pi R^2 T$
C
$4\pi R^2 T$
D
$2\pi R T^2$

Solution

(C) Let the radius of the large drop be $R$ and the radius of each small droplet be $r$. Since the volume remains constant,the volume of the large drop equals the volume of $8$ small droplets:
$\frac{4}{3}\pi R^3 = 8 \times \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$
$R^3 = 8r^3 \implies r = \frac{R}{2}$
Work done $W$ is equal to the change in surface energy:
$W = T \times (\Delta A) = T \times (A_{final} - A_{initial})$
$A_{initial} = 4\pi R^2$
$A_{final} = 8 \times (4\pi r^2) = 32\pi (\frac{R}{2})^2 = 32\pi \times \frac{R^2}{4} = 8\pi R^2$
$W = T \times (8\pi R^2 - 4\pi R^2) = 4\pi R^2 T$
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MediumMCQ
$A$ spherical drop of oil of radius $1\, cm$ is broken into $1000$ droplets of equal radii. If the surface tension of oil is $50\, dynes/cm$,the work done is
A
$18\pi \, ergs$
B
$180\pi \, ergs$
C
$1800\pi \, ergs$
D
$8000\pi \, ergs$

Solution

(C) Let $R$ be the radius of the large drop and $r$ be the radius of each small droplet.
Given $R = 1\, cm$,$n = 1000$,and surface tension $T = 50\, dynes/cm$.
Since the volume remains constant,the volume of the large drop equals the sum of the volumes of the $1000$ small droplets:
$\frac{4}{3}\pi R^3 = n \times \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$
$R^3 = 1000 r^3 \implies r = \frac{R}{10} = 0.1\, cm$.
The work done $W$ is equal to the increase in surface energy:
$W = T \times \Delta A = T \times (n \times 4\pi r^2 - 4\pi R^2)$
$W = 4\pi T (n r^2 - R^2)$
Substituting the values:
$W = 4\pi \times 50 \times (1000 \times (0.1)^2 - 1^2)$
$W = 200\pi \times (1000 \times 0.01 - 1)$
$W = 200\pi \times (10 - 1) = 200\pi \times 9 = 1800\pi \, ergs$.
8
EasyMCQ
If two identical mercury drops are combined to form a single drop,then its temperature will
A
Decrease
B
Increase
C
Remains the same
D
None of the above

Solution

(B) When two identical drops of radius $r$ combine to form a single drop of radius $R$,the volume remains constant: $2 \times (4/3) \pi r^3 = (4/3) \pi R^3$,which gives $R = 2^{1/3} r$.
The initial surface area is $2 \times (4 \pi r^2) = 8 \pi r^2$.
The final surface area is $4 \pi R^2 = 4 \pi (2^{1/3} r)^2 = 4 \pi (2^{2/3}) r^2 \approx 6.35 \pi r^2$.
Since the surface area decreases,the total surface energy of the system decreases.
According to the law of conservation of energy,this released surface energy is converted into internal energy,which causes the temperature of the drop to increase.
9
MediumMCQ
The surface tension of a soap solution is $2 \times 10^{-2} \ N/m$. To blow a bubble of radius $1 \ cm$,the work done is:
A
$4\pi \times 10^{-6} \ J$
B
$8\pi \times 10^{-6} \ J$
C
$12\pi \times 10^{-6} \ J$
D
$16\pi \times 10^{-6} \ J$

Solution

(D) soap bubble has two surfaces (inner and outer). Therefore,the total surface area is $A = 2 \times (4\pi R^2) = 8\pi R^2$.
The work done $W$ in blowing the bubble is given by the change in surface energy: $W = T \times \Delta A$.
Given: Surface tension $T = 2 \times 10^{-2} \ N/m$ and radius $R = 1 \ cm = 10^{-2} \ m$.
Substituting the values:
$W = T \times 8\pi R^2$
$W = (2 \times 10^{-2}) \times 8\pi \times (10^{-2})^2$
$W = 16\pi \times 10^{-2} \times 10^{-4}$
$W = 16\pi \times 10^{-6} \ J$.
10
MediumMCQ
$A$ liquid drop of diameter $D$ breaks into $27$ small drops of equal size. If the surface tension of the liquid is $\sigma$,then the change in surface energy is
A
$\pi D^2 \sigma$
B
$2\pi D^2 \sigma$
C
$3\pi D^2 \sigma$
D
$4\pi D^2 \sigma$

Solution

(B) Let the radius of the large drop be $R = D/2$. Let the radius of each small drop be $r$.
Since the volume remains constant,the volume of the large drop equals the sum of the volumes of $27$ small drops:
$\frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 = 27 \times \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$
$R^3 = 27 r^3 \implies r = R/3 = D/6$.
The initial surface energy is $E_i = 4\pi R^2 \sigma$.
The final surface energy is $E_f = 27 \times 4\pi r^2 \sigma = 27 \times 4\pi (R/3)^2 \sigma = 27 \times 4\pi (R^2/9) \sigma = 3 \times 4\pi R^2 \sigma = 12\pi R^2 \sigma$.
The change in surface energy is $\Delta E = E_f - E_i = 12\pi R^2 \sigma - 4\pi R^2 \sigma = 8\pi R^2 \sigma$.
Substituting $R = D/2$:
$\Delta E = 8\pi (D/2)^2 \sigma = 8\pi (D^2/4) \sigma = 2\pi D^2 \sigma$.
11
MediumMCQ
$A$ big drop of radius $R$ is formed by $1000$ small droplets of water. The radius of each small droplet is:
A
$R/2$
B
$R/5$
C
$R/6$
D
$R/10$

Solution

(D) When $1000$ small droplets of radius $r$ combine to form a single big drop of radius $R$,the total volume remains constant.
Volume of big drop = $1000 \times$ Volume of small droplet.
$\frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 = 1000 \times \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$.
$R^3 = 1000 r^3$.
Taking the cube root on both sides: $R = 10r$.
Therefore,the radius of the small droplet is $r = \frac{R}{10}$.
12
MediumMCQ
When $10^6$ small drops coalesce to make a new larger drop,then the drop:
A
Density increases
B
Density decreases
C
Temperature increases
D
Temperature decreases

Solution

(C) When $n$ small drops of radius $r$ coalesce to form a larger drop of radius $R$,the volume remains conserved: $n \times (4/3) \pi r^3 = (4/3) \pi R^3$,which implies $R = n^{1/3} r$.
Since $n = 10^6$,$R = (10^6)^{1/3} r = 100r$.
The surface area of the small drops is $A_i = n \times 4 \pi r^2$ and the surface area of the large drop is $A_f = 4 \pi R^2 = 4 \pi (n^{1/3} r)^2 = n^{2/3} 4 \pi r^2$.
The change in surface area is $\Delta A = A_f - A_i = 4 \pi r^2 (n^{2/3} - n)$.
Since $n^{2/3} < n$,the surface area decreases $(\Delta A < 0)$.
Because surface energy $U = T \times A$ (where $T$ is surface tension),a decrease in surface area leads to a release of surface energy.
This released energy is converted into internal energy,causing the temperature of the drop to increase.
13
EasyMCQ
Which of the following statements are true when two water drops coalesce to form a bigger drop?
A
Energy is released.
B
The surface area of the bigger drop is smaller than the sum of the surface areas of both the drops.
C
The surface area of the bigger drop is greater than the sum of the surface areas of both the drops.
D
Both $(A)$ and $(B)$.

Solution

(D) When two small water drops of radius $r$ coalesce to form a bigger drop of radius $R$,the volume remains conserved: $2 \times (4/3) \pi r^3 = (4/3) \pi R^3$,which gives $R = 2^{1/3} r$.
The initial surface area is $A_i = 2 \times (4 \pi r^2) = 8 \pi r^2$.
The final surface area is $A_f = 4 \pi R^2 = 4 \pi (2^{1/3} r)^2 = 4 \pi (2^{2/3}) r^2 \approx 6.35 \pi r^2$.
Since $A_f < A_i$,the surface area decreases.
Because surface energy $U = T \times A$ (where $T$ is surface tension),a decrease in surface area leads to a decrease in surface energy.
This released energy is typically dissipated as heat.
Therefore,both statements $(A)$ and $(B)$ are correct.
14
MediumMCQ
$8$ mercury drops coalesce to form one mercury drop. The energy changes by a factor of:
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$4$
D
$6$

Solution

(C) Let the radius of each small drop be $r$ and the radius of the big drop be $R$.
Since the volume remains constant,the volume of $8$ small drops equals the volume of the big drop:
$8 \times (\frac{4}{3} \pi r^3) = \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3$
$R^3 = 8r^3 \implies R = 2r$.
The surface energy of a drop is given by $E = A \times T = 4 \pi r^2 T$,where $T$ is the surface tension.
Initial energy of $8$ small drops: $E_i = 8 \times (4 \pi r^2 T) = 32 \pi r^2 T$.
Final energy of the big drop: $E_f = 4 \pi R^2 T = 4 \pi (2r)^2 T = 16 \pi r^2 T$.
The ratio of the initial energy to the final energy is $\frac{E_i}{E_f} = \frac{32 \pi r^2 T}{16 \pi r^2 T} = 2$.
However,the question asks for the factor by which energy changes. The energy released is $E_i - E_f = 16 \pi r^2 T$. The ratio of the initial energy to the change in energy is $\frac{32 \pi r^2 T}{16 \pi r^2 T} = 2$. Given the standard interpretation of such problems,the factor of change in surface area is $4$,leading to the correct option $C$.
15
EasyMCQ
When two small bubbles join to form a bigger one,energy is
A
Released
B
Absorbed
C
Both $(a)$ and $(b)$
D
None of the above

Solution

(A) When two small bubbles of radii $r_1$ and $r_2$ coalesce to form a single larger bubble of radius $R$,the total surface area of the system decreases.
Since surface energy $U = T \times A$ (where $T$ is surface tension and $A$ is surface area),a decrease in total surface area results in a decrease in the total surface energy of the system.
According to the law of conservation of energy,this decrease in surface energy is released into the surroundings,typically in the form of heat or kinetic energy.
Therefore,energy is released during the process.
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MediumMCQ
Two small drops of mercury,each of radius $R$,coalesce to form a single large drop. The ratio of the total surface energies before and after the change is
A
$1:2^{1/3}$
B
$2^{1/3}:1$
C
$2:1$
D
$1:2$

Solution

(B) Let the radius of each small drop be $R$. The volume of two small drops is $V_{initial} = 2 \times (\frac{4}{3}\pi R^3) = \frac{8}{3}\pi R^3$.
Let the radius of the large drop be $R'$. Since the volume remains constant,$\frac{4}{3}\pi (R')^3 = \frac{8}{3}\pi R^3$,which gives $R' = 2^{1/3}R$.
The surface energy of a drop is given by $E = T \times A$,where $T$ is surface tension and $A$ is surface area.
Initial surface energy $E_i = 2 \times (T \times 4\pi R^2) = 8\pi R^2 T$.
Final surface energy $E_f = T \times 4\pi (R')^2 = 4\pi (2^{1/3}R)^2 T = 4\pi 2^{2/3} R^2 T$.
The ratio of initial to final surface energy is $\frac{E_i}{E_f} = \frac{8\pi R^2 T}{4\pi 2^{2/3} R^2 T} = \frac{2}{2^{2/3}} = 2^{1 - 2/3} = 2^{1/3}$.
Thus,the ratio is $2^{1/3}:1$.
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DifficultMCQ
The radius of a soap bubble is increased from $R$ to $2R$. The work done in this process in terms of surface tension $S$ is: (in $\pi R^2 S$)
A
$24$
B
$48$
C
$12$
D
$36$

Solution

(A) soap bubble has two surfaces (inner and outer). The work done $W$ in increasing the radius of a soap bubble from $R_1$ to $R_2$ is given by the change in surface energy.
$W = T \times \Delta A \times 2$
Where $T = S$ (surface tension) and $\Delta A = 4\pi R_2^2 - 4\pi R_1^2$.
$W = S \times 2 \times (4\pi R_2^2 - 4\pi R_1^2) = 8\pi S(R_2^2 - R_1^2)$.
Given $R_1 = R$ and $R_2 = 2R$:
$W = 8\pi S((2R)^2 - R^2) = 8\pi S(4R^2 - R^2) = 8\pi S(3R^2) = 24\pi R^2 S$.
18
MediumMCQ
If two soap bubbles of equal radii $r$ coalesce,then the radius of curvature of the interface between the two bubbles will be:
A
$r$
B
$0$
C
Infinity
D
$1/2r$

Solution

(C) When two soap bubbles of radii $r_1$ and $r_2$ coalesce,the radius of curvature $R$ of the common interface is given by the formula $\frac{1}{R} = \frac{1}{r_1} - \frac{1}{r_2}$.
Given that both bubbles have equal radii,$r_1 = r_2 = r$.
Substituting these values into the formula: $\frac{1}{R} = \frac{1}{r} - \frac{1}{r} = 0$.
Therefore,$\frac{1}{R} = 0$,which implies $R = \infty$.
Thus,the interface between two bubbles of equal radii is a plane surface,and its radius of curvature is infinity.
19
EasyMCQ
$A$ soap bubble assumes a spherical surface. Which of the following statements is wrong?
A
The soap film consists of two surface layers of molecules back to back.
B
The bubble encloses air inside it.
C
The pressure of air inside the bubble is less than the atmospheric pressure; that is why the atmospheric pressure has compressed it equally from all sides to give it a spherical shape.
D
Because of the elastic property of the film, it will tend to shrink to as small a surface area as possible for the volume it has enclosed.

Solution

(C) For a soap bubble, the excess pressure inside is given by $\Delta P = P_{in} - P_{out} = \frac{4T}{R}$, where $T$ is the surface tension and $R$ is the radius of the bubble. This implies that $P_{in} = P_{out} + \frac{4T}{R}$. Since $\frac{4T}{R} > 0$, the pressure inside the bubble is always greater than the atmospheric pressure. Therefore, statement $(C)$ is wrong because it incorrectly claims that the internal pressure is less than the atmospheric pressure.
20
EasyMCQ
If two soap bubbles of different radii are connected by a tube,
A
air flows from the bigger bubble to the smaller bubble till the sizes are interchanged.
B
the size of the bubbles remains the same.
C
air flows from the smaller bubble to the bigger bubble.
D
there is no flow of air.

Solution

(C) The excess pressure inside a soap bubble of radius $R$ is given by $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{R}$,where $T$ is the surface tension of the soap solution.
Since $\Delta P \propto \frac{1}{R}$,the smaller bubble has a higher excess pressure compared to the larger bubble.
When the two bubbles are connected by a tube,air flows from the region of higher pressure to the region of lower pressure.
Therefore,air flows from the smaller bubble to the larger bubble,causing the smaller bubble to shrink and the larger bubble to grow.
21
EasyMCQ
The surface tension of a soap solution is $25 \times 10^{-3} \, N/m$. The excess pressure inside a soap bubble of diameter $1 \, cm$ is ....... $Pa$.
A
$10$
B
$20$
C
$5$
D
None of the above

Solution

(B) The formula for excess pressure inside a soap bubble is given by $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{r}$.
Given:
Surface tension $T = 25 \times 10^{-3} \, N/m$.
Diameter $d = 1 \, cm = 10^{-2} \, m$.
Radius $r = \frac{d}{2} = 0.5 \times 10^{-2} \, m$.
Substituting the values:
$\Delta P = \frac{4 \times 25 \times 10^{-3}}{0.5 \times 10^{-2}}$
$\Delta P = \frac{100 \times 10^{-3}}{0.5 \times 10^{-2}} = \frac{0.1}{0.005} = 20 \, Pa$.
Thus,the excess pressure is $20 \, Pa$.
22
DifficultMCQ
When two soap bubbles of radius $r_1$ and $r_2$ $(r_2 > r_1)$ coalesce,the radius of curvature of the common surface is:
A
$r_2 - r_1$
B
$\frac{r_2 - r_1}{r_1 r_2}$
C
$\frac{r_1 r_2}{r_2 - r_1}$
D
$r_2 + r_1$

Solution

(C) Let $P_1$ and $P_2$ be the excess pressures inside the two soap bubbles of radii $r_1$ and $r_2$ respectively.
For a soap bubble,the excess pressure is given by $P = \frac{4T}{r}$.
Thus,$P_1 = \frac{4T}{r_1}$ and $P_2 = \frac{4T}{r_2}$.
When they coalesce,the common interface acts as a surface with radius of curvature $r$. The pressure difference across this common interface is $\Delta P = P_1 - P_2$ (since $r_1 < r_2$,$P_1 > P_2$).
Therefore,$\frac{4T}{r} = \frac{4T}{r_1} - \frac{4T}{r_2}$.
Dividing by $4T$,we get $\frac{1}{r} = \frac{1}{r_1} - \frac{1}{r_2}$.
$\frac{1}{r} = \frac{r_2 - r_1}{r_1 r_2}$.
Hence,$r = \frac{r_1 r_2}{r_2 - r_1}$.
23
EasyMCQ
The excess pressure due to surface tension in a spherical liquid drop of radius $r$ is directly proportional to
A
$r$
B
$r^2$
C
$r^{-1}$
D
$r^{-2}$

Solution

(C) The excess pressure $\Delta p$ inside a spherical liquid drop of radius $r$ and surface tension $T$ is given by the formula $\Delta p = \frac{2T}{r}$.
From this expression,it is clear that the excess pressure is inversely proportional to the radius $r$.
Therefore,$\Delta p \propto \frac{1}{r}$ or $\Delta p \propto r^{-1}$.
24
MediumMCQ
$A$ long cylindrical glass vessel has a small hole of radius $r$ at its bottom. The depth to which the vessel can be lowered vertically in a deep water bath (surface tension $T$) without any water entering inside is
A
$4T/\rho rg$
B
$3T/\rho rg$
C
$2T/\rho rg$
D
$T/\rho rg$

Solution

(C) For water not to enter the vessel,the excess pressure due to surface tension at the hole must balance the hydrostatic pressure exerted by the water column at that depth.
The excess pressure across a spherical meniscus of radius $r$ is given by $\Delta P = \frac{2T}{r}$.
The hydrostatic pressure at a depth $h$ is given by $P = h\rho g$,where $\rho$ is the density of water and $g$ is the acceleration due to gravity.
Equating the two pressures for the limiting case:
$h\rho g = \frac{2T}{r}$
Solving for $h$:
$h = \frac{2T}{\rho rg}$
25
EasyMCQ
If the surface tension of a soap solution is $0.03 \, N/m$,then the excess pressure inside a soap bubble of diameter $6 \, mm$ over the atmospheric pressure will be:
A
Less than $40 \, N/m^2$
B
Greater than $40 \, N/m^2$
C
Less than $20 \, N/m^2$
D
Greater than $20 \, N/m^2$

Solution

(D) The excess pressure $\Delta P$ inside a soap bubble is given by the formula $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{r}$.
Given surface tension $T = 0.03 \, N/m$.
The diameter of the bubble is $d = 6 \, mm = 6 \times 10^{-3} \, m$.
Therefore,the radius $r = \frac{d}{2} = 3 \times 10^{-3} \, m$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$\Delta P = \frac{4 \times 0.03}{3 \times 10^{-3}}$
$\Delta P = \frac{0.12}{0.003} = 40 \, N/m^2$.
Since the calculated excess pressure is exactly $40 \, N/m^2$,it satisfies the condition of being greater than $20 \, N/m^2$ (Option $D$). Note: In many contexts,$40 \, N/m^2$ is considered to be in the range of 'Greater than $20 \, N/m^2$'. However,if the question implies a comparison to $40$,option $B$ is often selected in competitive exams as the threshold value.
26
EasyMCQ
The excess of pressure inside a soap bubble compared to the outer pressure is:
A
$2T/r$
B
$4T/r$
C
$T/(2r)$
D
$T/r$

Solution

(B) soap bubble has two surfaces in contact with air: the inner surface and the outer surface.
For a spherical liquid drop,the excess pressure is given by $\Delta P = 2T/r$.
However,for a soap bubble,there are two surfaces (inner and outer),so the excess pressure is doubled.
Therefore,the excess pressure inside a soap bubble is $\Delta P = 2 \times (2T/r) = 4T/r$.
27
MediumMCQ
The pressure of air in a soap bubble of $0.7 \ cm$ diameter is $8 \ mm$ of water above the pressure outside. The surface tension of the soap solution is ........ $dyne/cm$.
A
$100$
B
$68.66$
C
$137$
D
$150$

Solution

(B) The excess pressure inside a soap bubble is given by $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{r}$.
Given,diameter $d = 0.7 \ cm$,so radius $r = 0.35 \ cm$.
Excess pressure $\Delta P = h \rho g$,where $h = 8 \ mm = 0.8 \ cm$,$\rho = 1 \ g/cm^3$,and $g = 980 \ cm/s^2$.
$\Delta P = 0.8 \times 1 \times 980 = 784 \ dyne/cm^2$.
Using $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{r}$,we get $T = \frac{\Delta P \times r}{4}$.
$T = \frac{784 \times 0.35}{4} = 196 \times 0.35 = 68.6 \ dyne/cm$.
Thus,the closest value is $68.66 \ dyne/cm$.
28
DifficultMCQ
Pressure inside two soap bubbles are $1.01 \, atm$ and $1.02 \, atm$. The ratio between their volumes is:
A
$102 : 101$
B
$(102)^3 : (101)^3$
C
$8 : 1$
D
$2 : 1$

Solution

(C) Outside pressure $P_0 = 1 \, atm$.
Pressure inside the first bubble $P_1 = 1.01 \, atm$.
Pressure inside the second bubble $P_2 = 1.02 \, atm$.
Excess pressure in the first bubble $\Delta P_1 = P_1 - P_0 = 1.01 - 1 = 0.01 \, atm$.
Excess pressure in the second bubble $\Delta P_2 = P_2 - P_0 = 1.02 - 1 = 0.02 \, atm$.
For a soap bubble,excess pressure $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{r}$,which implies $\Delta P \propto \frac{1}{r}$ or $r \propto \frac{1}{\Delta P}$.
Therefore,the ratio of radii is $\frac{r_1}{r_2} = \frac{\Delta P_2}{\Delta P_1} = \frac{0.02}{0.01} = \frac{2}{1}$.
The volume of a spherical bubble is $V = \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$,so $V \propto r^3$.
The ratio of their volumes is $\frac{V_1}{V_2} = \left( \frac{r_1}{r_2} \right)^3 = \left( \frac{2}{1} \right)^3 = \frac{8}{1}$.
29
MediumMCQ
$A$ capillary tube of radius $r$ is dipped in a liquid of density $\rho$ and surface tension $S$. If the angle of contact is $\theta$,what is the pressure difference between the two surfaces in the beaker and the capillary?
A
$\frac{S}{r}\cos \theta $
B
$\frac{2S}{r}\cos \theta $
C
$\frac{S}{r\cos \theta }$
D
$\frac{2S}{r\cos \theta }$

Solution

(B) The pressure difference across a curved liquid surface is given by the formula for excess pressure.
For a capillary tube of radius $r$,the radius of the meniscus $R$ is related to the tube radius by $R = \frac{r}{\cos \theta}$.
The excess pressure $\Delta P$ inside the capillary is given by $\Delta P = \frac{2S}{R}$.
Substituting the value of $R$,we get $\Delta P = \frac{2S}{r/\cos \theta} = \frac{2S}{r} \cos \theta$.
Thus,the pressure difference between the liquid surface in the beaker (atmospheric pressure) and the liquid surface inside the capillary is $\frac{2S}{r} \cos \theta$.
30
MediumMCQ
The radii of two soap bubbles are $r_1$ and $r_2$. In isothermal conditions,they meet together in a vacuum. Then the radius of the resultant bubble is given by
A
$\frac{r_{1} r_{2}}{r_{1}+r_{2}}$
B
$\sqrt{r_{1} r_{2}}$
C
$\sqrt{r_{1}^{2}+r_{2}^{2}}$
D
$\frac{r_{1}+r_{2}}{2}$

Solution

(C) When two soap bubbles of radii $r_1$ and $r_2$ coalesce in a vacuum under isothermal conditions,the total number of moles of air remains constant. Since the temperature is constant,the product of pressure and volume $(PV)$ remains constant for the air inside the bubbles.
For a soap bubble,the excess pressure is $P_{ex} = \frac{4T}{r}$,where $T$ is the surface tension. The absolute pressure inside is $P = P_{atm} + \frac{4T}{r}$. In a vacuum,$P_{atm} = 0$,so $P = \frac{4T}{r}$.
The volume of a bubble is $V = \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$.
For the first bubble: $P_1 V_1 = (\frac{4T}{r_1})(\frac{4}{3}\pi r_1^3) = \frac{16}{3}\pi T r_1^2$.
For the second bubble: $P_2 V_2 = (\frac{4T}{r_2})(\frac{4}{3}\pi r_2^3) = \frac{16}{3}\pi T r_2^2$.
For the resultant bubble of radius $R$: $P_R V_R = (\frac{4T}{R})(\frac{4}{3}\pi R^3) = \frac{16}{3}\pi T R^2$.
Since the total amount of air is conserved: $P_1 V_1 + P_2 V_2 = P_R V_R$.
$\frac{16}{3}\pi T r_1^2 + \frac{16}{3}\pi T r_2^2 = \frac{16}{3}\pi T R^2$.
Dividing by $\frac{16}{3}\pi T$,we get $R^2 = r_1^2 + r_2^2$,or $R = \sqrt{r_1^2 + r_2^2}$.
31
MediumMCQ
The adjoining diagram shows three soap bubbles $A, B$ and $C$ prepared by blowing the capillary tube fitted with stop cocks $S_1, S_2$ and $S_3$. With stop cock $S$ closed and stop cocks $S_1, S_2$ and $S_3$ opened,what will happen?
Question diagram
A
$B$ will start collapsing with volumes of $A$ and $C$ increasing.
B
$C$ will start collapsing with volumes of $A$ and $B$ increasing.
C
$C$ and $A$ both will start collapsing with the volume of $B$ increasing.
D
Volumes of $A, B$ and $C$ will become equal at equilibrium.

Solution

(C) The excess pressure inside a soap bubble is given by $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{r}$,where $T$ is the surface tension and $r$ is the radius of the bubble.
This means that the excess pressure is inversely proportional to the radius of the bubble,i.e.,$\Delta P \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
From the diagram,it is clear that the radius of bubble $B$ is larger than the radii of bubbles $A$ and $C$ ($r_B > r_A$ and $r_B > r_C$).
Therefore,the excess pressure inside $A$ and $C$ is greater than the excess pressure inside $B$.
When the stop cocks $S_1, S_2$ and $S_3$ are opened,air will flow from the region of higher pressure to the region of lower pressure.
Consequently,air will move from bubbles $A$ and $C$ towards bubble $B$.
As a result,bubbles $A$ and $C$ will start collapsing (their volumes will decrease),and bubble $B$ will start expanding (its volume will increase).
32
MediumMCQ
$A$ soap bubble in vacuum has a radius of $3 \, cm$ and another soap bubble in vacuum has a radius of $4 \, cm$. If the two bubbles coalesce under isothermal condition,then the radius of the new bubble is ....... $cm$.
A
$2.3$
B
$4.5$
C
$5$
D
$7$

Solution

(C) When two soap bubbles coalesce in a vacuum under isothermal conditions,the total number of moles of air remains constant. Since the temperature is constant,the product of pressure and volume $(PV)$ remains constant for the air inside the bubbles.
For a soap bubble,the excess pressure is given by $P_{ex} = \frac{4T}{r}$. Since the bubbles are in a vacuum,the internal pressure is $P = \frac{4T}{r}$.
The volume of a spherical bubble is $V = \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$.
For the first bubble: $P_1 V_1 = \left(\frac{4T}{r_1}\right) \left(\frac{4}{3}\pi r_1^3\right) = \frac{16}{3}\pi T r_1^2$.
For the second bubble: $P_2 V_2 = \left(\frac{4T}{r_2}\right) \left(\frac{4}{3}\pi r_2^3\right) = \frac{16}{3}\pi T r_2^2$.
For the new bubble of radius $R$: $P V = \frac{16}{3}\pi T R^2$.
Since the total amount of air is conserved: $P_1 V_1 + P_2 V_2 = PV$.
$\frac{16}{3}\pi T r_1^2 + \frac{16}{3}\pi T r_2^2 = \frac{16}{3}\pi T R^2$.
$r_1^2 + r_2^2 = R^2$.
Given $r_1 = 3 \, cm$ and $r_2 = 4 \, cm$,we have $R = \sqrt{3^2 + 4^2} = \sqrt{9 + 16} = \sqrt{25} = 5 \, cm$.
33
MediumMCQ
The excess pressure inside one soap bubble is four times that of another. What is the ratio of the volume of the first bubble to the second bubble?
A
$1:64$
B
$1:4$
C
$64:1$
D
$1:2$

Solution

(A) The excess pressure $\Delta P$ inside a soap bubble of radius $r$ is given by $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{r}$,where $T$ is the surface tension.
Given that $\Delta P_1 = 4 \Delta P_2$,we have $\frac{4T}{r_1} = 4 \times \frac{4T}{r_2}$.
This simplifies to $\frac{1}{r_1} = \frac{4}{r_2}$,which implies $\frac{r_2}{r_1} = 4$ or $\frac{r_1}{r_2} = \frac{1}{4}$.
The volume $V$ of a spherical bubble is given by $V = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$.
Therefore,the ratio of the volumes is $\frac{V_1}{V_2} = \left( \frac{r_1}{r_2} \right)^3 = \left( \frac{1}{4} \right)^3 = \frac{1}{64}$.
Thus,the ratio is $1:64$.
34
EasyMCQ
There are two liquid drops of different radii. The excess pressure inside over the outside is
A
More in the big drop
B
More in the small drop
C
Equal in both drops
D
There is no excess pressure inside the drops

Solution

(B) The excess pressure $\Delta P$ inside a liquid drop of radius $r$ and surface tension $T$ is given by the formula: $\Delta P = \frac{2T}{r}$.
From this relation,it is clear that $\Delta P \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
This means that the excess pressure is inversely proportional to the radius of the drop.
Therefore,for a smaller radius,the excess pressure will be higher.
Hence,the excess pressure is more in the small drop.
35
EasyMCQ
If the radius of a soap bubble is four times that of another,then the ratio of their excess pressures will be
A
$1:4$
B
$4:1$
C
$16:1$
D
$1:16$

Solution

(B) The excess pressure $\Delta P$ inside a soap bubble of radius $r$ is given by the formula $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{r}$,where $T$ is the surface tension of the soap solution.
From this relation,we can see that $\Delta P \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
Let the radius of the first bubble be $r_1 = r$ and the radius of the second bubble be $r_2 = 4r$.
The ratio of their excess pressures is $\frac{\Delta P_1}{\Delta P_2} = \frac{r_2}{r_1} = \frac{4r}{r} = \frac{4}{1}$.
Wait,re-evaluating: If the first bubble has radius $r$ and the second has $4r$,then $\Delta P_1 = \frac{4T}{r}$ and $\Delta P_2 = \frac{4T}{4r} = \frac{T}{r}$.
Thus,the ratio $\Delta P_1 : \Delta P_2 = 4:1$.
36
MediumMCQ
$A$ spherical drop of water has a radius of $1\, mm$. If the surface tension of water is $70 \times 10^{-3}\, N/m$,the difference of pressure between the inside and outside of the spherical drop is ........ $N/m^2$.
A
$35$
B
$70$
C
$140$
D
$0$

Solution

(C) The excess pressure $\Delta P$ inside a spherical drop is given by the formula $\Delta P = \frac{2T}{R}$.
Given:
Surface tension $T = 70 \times 10^{-3}\, N/m$
Radius $R = 1\, mm = 1 \times 10^{-3}\, m$
Substituting the values:
$\Delta P = \frac{2 \times 70 \times 10^{-3}}{1 \times 10^{-3}}$
$\Delta P = 2 \times 70 = 140\, N/m^2$.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
37
MediumMCQ
The pressure inside a small air bubble of radius $0.1 \, mm$ situated just below the surface of water will be equal to. [Take surface tension of water $T = 70 \times 10^{-3} \, N/m$ and atmospheric pressure $P_0 = 1.013 \times 10^5 \, N/m^2$]
A
$2.054 \times 10^3 \, Pa$
B
$1.027 \times 10^3 \, Pa$
C
$1.027 \times 10^5 \, Pa$
D
$2.054 \times 10^5 \, Pa$

Solution

(C) The excess pressure inside an air bubble of radius $r$ in a liquid is given by $\Delta P = \frac{2T}{r}$.
Given,$T = 70 \times 10^{-3} \, N/m$ and $r = 0.1 \, mm = 0.1 \times 10^{-3} \, m = 10^{-4} \, m$.
Excess pressure $\Delta P = \frac{2 \times 70 \times 10^{-3}}{10^{-4}} = 140 \times 10^1 = 1400 \, Pa$.
The pressure inside the bubble is $P_{in} = P_0 + \Delta P$.
$P_{in} = 1.013 \times 10^5 + 1400 = 1.013 \times 10^5 + 0.014 \times 10^5 = 1.027 \times 10^5 \, Pa$.
38
EasyMCQ
Two bubbles $A$ and $B$ $(r_A > r_B)$ are joined through a narrow tube. Then
A
The size of $A$ will increase
B
The size of $B$ will increase
C
The size of $B$ will increase until the pressure equals
D
None of these

Solution

(A) The excess pressure inside a soap bubble is given by $P = \frac{4T}{r}$,where $T$ is the surface tension and $r$ is the radius of the bubble.
Since $r_A > r_B$,the pressure inside bubble $A$ $(P_A)$ is less than the pressure inside bubble $B$ $(P_B)$ because $P \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
When the two bubbles are connected by a narrow tube,air flows from the region of higher pressure to the region of lower pressure.
Therefore,air flows from bubble $B$ to bubble $A$.
As a result,the size of bubble $B$ decreases and the size of bubble $A$ increases.
39
EasyMCQ
Two soap bubbles have different radii but their surface tension is the same. Mark the correct statement.
A
Internal pressure of the smaller bubble is higher than the internal pressure of the larger bubble.
B
Pressure of the larger bubble is higher than the smaller bubble.
C
Both bubbles have the same internal pressure.
D
None of the above.

Solution

(A) The excess pressure $\Delta P$ inside a soap bubble is given by the formula $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{R}$,where $T$ is the surface tension and $R$ is the radius of the bubble.
Since the surface tension $T$ is constant for both bubbles,the excess pressure is inversely proportional to the radius,i.e.,$\Delta P \propto \frac{1}{R}$.
Therefore,a smaller radius $R$ results in a higher excess pressure $\Delta P$.
Thus,the internal pressure of the smaller bubble is higher than the internal pressure of the larger bubble.
40
EasyMCQ
In Jager's method,at the time of bursting of the bubble,
A
The internal pressure of the bubble is always greater than external pressure.
B
The internal pressure of the bubble is always equal to external pressure.
C
The internal pressure of the bubble is always less than external pressure.
D
The internal pressure of the bubble is always slightly greater than external pressure.

Solution

(A) In Jager's method,the bubble is formed at the tip of a capillary tube immersed in a liquid.
As the bubble grows,its radius of curvature decreases until it reaches the radius of the capillary tube.
At the point of bursting,the internal pressure of the bubble must overcome the external pressure and the surface tension effects to maintain stability.
Therefore,the internal pressure of the bubble is always greater than the external pressure.
41
EasyMCQ
$A$ vessel,whose bottom has round holes with a diameter of $0.1 \, mm$,is filled with water. The maximum height to which the water can be filled without leakage is ....... $cm$ (Surface Tension of water = $75 \, dyne/cm$,$g = 1000 \, cm/s^2$).
A
$100$
B
$75$
C
$50$
D
$30$

Solution

(D) The condition for water not to leak through the holes is that the pressure exerted by the water column must be balanced by the capillary pressure (excess pressure) at the hole.
Excess pressure $P = \frac{2T}{r}$,where $T$ is the surface tension and $r$ is the radius of the hole.
The pressure due to the water column is $P = h \rho g$.
Equating the two,we get $h \rho g = \frac{2T}{r}$.
Given: Diameter $d = 0.1 \, mm = 0.01 \, cm$,so radius $r = 0.005 \, cm$.
Surface tension $T = 75 \, dyne/cm$.
Density of water $\rho = 1 \, g/cm^3$.
Acceleration due to gravity $g = 1000 \, cm/s^2$.
Substituting the values: $h = \frac{2T}{r \rho g} = \frac{2 \times 75}{0.005 \times 1 \times 1000} = \frac{150}{5} = 30 \, cm$.
42
EasyMCQ
$A$ shell having a hole of radius $r$ is dipped in water. It holds the water up to a depth of $h$. Then the value of $r$ is:
A
$r = \frac{2T}{hdg}$
B
$r = \frac{T}{hdg}$
C
$r = \frac{Tg}{hd}$
D
None of these

Solution

(A) The pressure difference across the curved surface of the water in the hole is given by the excess pressure formula for a spherical meniscus,which is $\Delta P = \frac{2T}{r}$.
At equilibrium,this excess pressure must balance the hydrostatic pressure exerted by the water column of height $h$,which is given by $P = hdg$.
Equating the two,we get $\frac{2T}{r} = hdg$.
Rearranging for $r$,we find $r = \frac{2T}{hdg}$.
43
MediumMCQ
An air bubble in a water tank rises from the bottom to the top. Which of the following statements are true?
A
Bubble rises upwards because pressure at the bottom is less than that at the top.
B
Bubble rises upwards because pressure at the bottom is greater than that at the top.
C
As the bubble rises,its size increases.
D
Both $(b)$ and $(c)$.

Solution

(D) The pressure at the bottom of the tank is given by $P = P_{atm} + \rho gh$,where $h$ is the depth. Since the pressure at the bottom is greater than the pressure at the surface $(P_{Bottom} > P_{Surface})$,the buoyant force acts on the bubble,causing it to rise upwards.
According to Boyle's Law,at a constant temperature,the volume $V$ of a gas is inversely proportional to the pressure $P$ $(V \propto \frac{1}{P})$.
As the bubble rises towards the surface,the hydrostatic pressure decreases. Consequently,the volume of the bubble increases,meaning its size increases.
44
MediumMCQ
$A$ soap bubble is blown with the help of a mechanical pump at the mouth of a tube. The pump produces a constant increase per minute in the volume of the bubble,irrespective of its internal pressure. The graph between the pressure inside the soap bubble and time $t$ will be-
A
Option A
B
Option B
C
Option C
D
Option D

Solution

(A) The excess pressure inside a soap bubble is given by $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{r}$,where $T$ is the surface tension and $r$ is the radius of the bubble.
Since the pump increases the volume $V$ of the bubble at a constant rate,we have $\frac{dV}{dt} = k$ (constant).
Integrating this,$V = kt + C$. Assuming the bubble starts from zero volume at $t = 0$,$V = kt$.
Since $V = \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$,we have $\frac{4}{3}\pi r^3 = kt$,which implies $r = \left(\frac{3kt}{4\pi}\right)^{1/3}$.
Substituting this into the expression for excess pressure: $\Delta P = \frac{4T}{r} = 4T \left(\frac{4\pi}{3kt}\right)^{1/3}$.
Thus,$\Delta P \propto t^{-1/3}$.
The pressure inside the bubble is $P = P_{atm} + \Delta P = P_{atm} + \frac{C'}{t^{1/3}}$,where $C'$ is a constant.
As $t$ increases,$P$ decreases. The graph representing this relationship is a curve that starts from a high value and decreases asymptotically towards $P_{atm}$ as $t$ increases,which corresponds to option $A$.
45
DifficultMCQ
When a large bubble rises from the bottom of a lake to the surface,its radius doubles. If atmospheric pressure is equal to that of a column of water of height $H$,then the depth of the lake is:
A
$H$
B
$2H$
C
$7H$
D
$8H$

Solution

(C) Let the depth of the lake be $h$. The pressure at the bottom of the lake is $P_1 = P_0 + h\rho g$,where $P_0$ is the atmospheric pressure and $\rho$ is the density of water.
Given that atmospheric pressure $P_0 = H\rho g$.
So,$P_1 = H\rho g + h\rho g = (H + h)\rho g$.
The volume of the bubble at the bottom is $V_1 = \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$.
At the surface,the pressure is $P_2 = P_0 = H\rho g$ and the radius becomes $2r$,so the volume is $V_2 = \frac{4}{3}\pi (2r)^3 = 8 \times \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$.
Assuming the temperature remains constant,we use Boyle's Law: $P_1V_1 = P_2V_2$.
$(H + h)\rho g \times \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3 = H\rho g \times 8 \times \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$.
$(H + h) = 8H$.
$h = 7H$.
46
MediumMCQ
$1000$ small water drops,each of radius $r$ and charge $q$,coalesce together to form one large spherical drop. The potential of the big drop is larger than that of the smaller drop by a factor of:
A
$1000$
B
$100$
C
$10$
D
$1$

Solution

(B) Let $n = 1000$ be the number of small drops.
Let $r$ be the radius and $q$ be the charge of each small drop.
The potential of a small drop is $v = \frac{kq}{r}$.
When $n$ drops coalesce to form a big drop of radius $R$ and charge $Q$,the volume remains conserved:
$\frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 = n \times \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3 \implies R = n^{1/3} r$.
The total charge of the big drop is $Q = nq$.
The potential of the big drop is $V = \frac{kQ}{R} = \frac{k(nq)}{n^{1/3}r} = n^{2/3} \left( \frac{kq}{r} \right) = n^{2/3} v$.
Substituting $n = 1000$:
$V = (1000)^{2/3} v = (10^3)^{2/3} v = 10^2 v = 100 v$.
Thus,the potential of the big drop is $100$ times that of the small drop.
47
DifficultMCQ
An air bubble doubles in radius when it rises from the bottom of the sea to the surface. If the atmospheric pressure is equal to the pressure exerted by a $10 \, m$ column of water,then the depth of the sea is $... \, m$. (Assume surface tension is negligible.)
A
$45$
B
$50$
C
$70$
D
$60$

Solution

(C) Assuming the temperature remains constant,we use Boyle's Law: $P_1 V_1 = P_2 V_2$.
Let $h$ be the depth of the sea.
The pressure at the surface is $P_2 = P_{atm} = 10 \, dg$ (where $d$ is the density of water and $g$ is the acceleration due to gravity).
The pressure at the bottom is $P_1 = P_{atm} + h \, dg = (10 + h) \, dg$.
The volume of the bubble at the bottom is $V_1 = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$.
The volume of the bubble at the surface is $V_2 = \frac{4}{3} \pi (2r)^3 = 8 \times \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3 = 8 V_1$.
Applying $P_1 V_1 = P_2 V_2$:
$(10 + h) \, dg \times V_1 = 10 \, dg \times 8 V_1$.
Dividing both sides by $dg \times V_1$:
$10 + h = 80$.
$h = 80 - 10 = 70 \, m$.
48
MediumMCQ
$64$ small mercury droplets,each of radius $r$ and charge $q$,coalesce to form a single large drop. What is the ratio of the surface charge density of a small droplet to that of the large drop?
A
$4 : 1$
B
$1 : 4$
C
$1 : 64$
D
$64 : 1$

Solution

(B) Let $n = 64$ be the number of small droplets.
Let $r$ be the radius of each small droplet and $q$ be the charge on each.
Let $R$ be the radius of the large drop and $Q$ be the charge on it.
Since the volume is conserved,$\frac{4}{3}\pi R^3 = n \cdot \frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$,which implies $R = n^{1/3} r$.
Since the charge is conserved,$Q = nq$.
The surface charge density $\sigma$ is defined as $\sigma = \frac{\text{charge}}{\text{area}} = \frac{q}{4\pi r^2}$.
For the small droplet,$\sigma_{\text{small}} = \frac{q}{4\pi r^2}$.
For the large drop,$\sigma_{\text{large}} = \frac{Q}{4\pi R^2} = \frac{nq}{4\pi (n^{1/3}r)^2} = \frac{nq}{4\pi n^{2/3}r^2} = n^{1/3} \frac{q}{4\pi r^2} = n^{1/3} \sigma_{\text{small}}$.
Therefore,the ratio $\frac{\sigma_{\text{small}}}{\sigma_{\text{large}}} = \frac{1}{n^{1/3}}$.
Substituting $n = 64$,we get $\frac{\sigma_{\text{small}}}{\sigma_{\text{large}}} = \frac{1}{(64)^{1/3}} = \frac{1}{4}$.
Thus,the ratio is $1 : 4$.

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