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151
MediumMCQ
If the unit of force is $100\,N$,unit of length is $10\,m$ and unit of time is $100\,s$,what is the unit of mass in this system of units?
A
$10^{3} \, kg$
B
$10^{4} \, kg$
C
$10^{5} \, kg$
D
$10^{6} \, kg$

Solution

(C) The dimensional formula for force is $[F] = [M^1 L^1 T^{-2}]$.
Given units are:
$[F] = 100 \, N$
$[L] = 10 \, m$
$[T] = 100 \, s$
Substituting these into the dimensional formula:
$100 = M \times (10) \times (100)^{-2}$
$100 = M \times 10 \times \frac{1}{10000}$
$100 = M \times \frac{1}{1000}$
$M = 100 \times 1000 = 10^{5} \, kg$.
152
DifficultMCQ
$A$ new system of units is proposed in which the unit of mass is $\alpha \ kg$,the unit of length is $\beta \ m$,and the unit of time is $\gamma \ s$. How much will $5 \ J$ measure in this new system?
A
$5 \alpha \beta^2 \gamma^{-2}$
B
$5 \alpha^{-1} \beta^{-2} \gamma^2$
C
$5 \alpha \beta^{-2} \gamma^2$
D
$5 \alpha^{-1} \beta^2 \gamma^{-2}$

Solution

(B) The dimensional formula for energy is $[M L^2 T^{-2}]$.
Let the two systems be $1$ $(SI)$ and $2$ (new system).
In system $1$: $M_1 = 1 \ kg$,$L_1 = 1 \ m$,$T_1 = 1 \ s$,and $n_1 = 5$.
In system $2$: $M_2 = \alpha \ kg$,$L_2 = \beta \ m$,$T_2 = \gamma \ s$,and $n_2 = ?$.
Using the principle of homogeneity,$n_1 u_1 = n_2 u_2$,so $n_2 = n_1 (M_1/M_2)^1 (L_1/L_2)^2 (T_1/T_2)^{-2}$.
Substituting the values: $n_2 = 5 \times (1/\alpha)^1 \times (1/\beta)^2 \times (1/\gamma)^{-2}$.
$n_2 = 5 \times (1/\alpha) \times (1/\beta^2) \times (\gamma^2)$.
$n_2 = 5 \alpha^{-1} \beta^{-2} \gamma^2$.
153
Medium
The volume of a liquid flowing out per second of a pipe of length $l$ and radius $r$ is written by a student as $V = \frac{\pi p r^4}{8 \eta l}$,where $p$ is the pressure difference between the two ends of the pipe and $\eta$ is the coefficient of viscosity of the liquid having the dimensional formula $[M^1 L^{-1} T^{-1}]$. Check whether the equation is dimensionally correct.

Solution

(A) The volume of a liquid flowing out per second of a pipe is given by $V = \frac{\pi p r^4}{8 \eta l}$.
Dimensional formula of $LHS$:
$[V] = \frac{[Volume]}{[Time]} = \frac{[L^3]}{[T]} = [L^3 T^{-1}]$.
Dimensional formula of $RHS$:
$[p] = [M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$
$[r] = [L]$
$[\eta] = [M L^{-1} T^{-1}]$
$[l] = [L]$
Substituting these into the $RHS$ expression:
$[RHS] = \frac{[M L^{-1} T^{-2}] \cdot [L^4]}{[M L^{-1} T^{-1}] \cdot [L]} = \frac{[M L^3 T^{-2}]}{[M T^{-1}]} = [L^3 T^{-1}]$.
Since $[LHS] = [RHS]$,the equation is dimensionally correct.
154
Medium
In the expression $P = El^2m^{-5}G^{-2}$,$E$,$l$,$m$ and $G$ denote energy,angular momentum,mass and gravitational constant respectively. Show that $P$ is a dimensionless quantity.

Solution

(N/A) Given expression is $P = E l^2 m^{-5} G^{-2}$.
Dimensions of the physical quantities are:
$E$ (Energy) = $[M^1 L^2 T^{-2}]$
$l$ (Angular momentum) = $[M^1 L^2 T^{-1}]$
$m$ (Mass) = $[M^1]$
$G$ (Gravitational constant) = $[M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]$
Substituting these dimensions into the expression for $P$:
$[P] = [M^1 L^2 T^{-2}] \times [M^1 L^2 T^{-1}]^2 \times [M^1]^{-5} \times [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]^{-2}$
Expanding the powers:
$[P] = [M^1 L^2 T^{-2}] \times [M^2 L^4 T^{-2}] \times [M^{-5}] \times [M^2 L^{-6} T^4]$
Combining the exponents for each base:
For $M$: $1 + 2 - 5 + 2 = 0$
For $L$: $2 + 4 + 0 - 6 = 0$
For $T$: $-2 - 2 + 0 + 4 = 0$
Thus,$[P] = [M^0 L^0 T^0]$.
Therefore,$P$ is a dimensionless quantity.
155
Medium
If velocity of light $c$,Planck's constant $h$,and gravitational constant $G$ are taken as fundamental quantities,then express mass,length,and time in terms of dimensions of these quantities.

Solution

(A) We know that the dimensions are:
Dimensions of $(h) = [M^1 L^2 T^{-1}]$
Dimensions of $(c) = [L^1 T^{-1}]$
Dimensions of $(G) = [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]$
To express mass $(M)$,length $(L)$,and time $(T)$ in terms of $c, h, G$:
Let $M = k c^a h^b G^d$. Substituting dimensions:
$[M^1 L^0 T^0] = [L T^{-1}]^a [M L^2 T^{-1}]^b [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]^d$
Equating powers:
$M: b - d = 1$
$L: a + 2b + 3d = 0$
$T: -a - b - 2d = 0$
Solving these equations gives $b = 1/2, d = -1/2, a = 1/2$.
Thus,$M = k \sqrt{\frac{hc}{G}}$.
Similarly,for length $(L)$ and time $(T)$,we solve for exponents to get:
$L = k \sqrt{\frac{hG}{c^3}}$ and $T = k \sqrt{\frac{hG}{c^5}}$.
156
Medium
An artificial satellite is revolving around a planet of mass $M$ and radius $R$ in a circular orbit of radius $r$. From Kepler's third law about the period of a satellite around a common central body,the square of the period of revolution $T$ is proportional to the cube of the radius of the orbit $r$. Show using dimensional analysis that $T = \frac{k}{R}\sqrt{\frac{r^3}{g}}$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant and $g$ is the acceleration due to gravity.

Solution

(A) According to Kepler's third law,$T^2 \propto r^3$,which implies $T \propto r^{3/2}$.
We assume $T$ is a function of $r$,$R$,and $g$ such that $T = k r^{3/2} R^a g^b$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant.
Substituting the dimensions of each term: $[T] = [L]^{3/2} [L]^a [LT^{-2}]^b$.
$[M^0 L^0 T^1] = [L^{3/2 + a + b} T^{-2b}]$.
Comparing the powers of $T$: $1 = -2b \Rightarrow b = -1/2$.
Comparing the powers of $L$: $3/2 + a + b = 0 \Rightarrow 3/2 + a - 1/2 = 0 \Rightarrow a + 1 = 0 \Rightarrow a = -1$.
Substituting $a$ and $b$ back into the equation: $T = k r^{3/2} R^{-1} g^{-1/2}$.
Therefore,$T = \frac{k}{R} \sqrt{\frac{r^3}{g}}$.
157
MediumMCQ
If velocity of light $c$,Planck's constant $h$,and gravitational constant $G$ are taken as fundamental quantities,then express length in terms of dimensions of these quantities.
A
$l \propto \sqrt{\frac{hG}{c^3}}$
B
$l \propto \sqrt{\frac{hc}{G}}$
C
$l \propto \sqrt{\frac{Gc}{h}}$
D
$l \propto \sqrt{\frac{h}{Gc^3}}$

Solution

(A) Let the length $l$ be expressed as $l = k c^x h^y G^z$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant and $x, y, z$ are exponents.
The dimensions of the quantities are:
$[l] = [M^0 L^1 T^0]$
$[c] = [L T^{-1}]$
$[h] = [M L^2 T^{-1}]$
$[G] = [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]$
Substituting these into the equation:
$[M^0 L^1 T^0] = [L T^{-1}]^x [M L^2 T^{-1}]^y [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]^z$
$[M^0 L^1 T^0] = [M^{y-z} L^{x+2y+3z} T^{-x-y-2z}]$
Equating the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$ on both sides:
$1$) $y - z = 0 \implies y = z$
$2$) $x + 2y + 3z = 1$
$3$) $-x - y - 2z = 0 \implies x = -y - 2z$
Substituting $y = z$ into $(3)$: $x = -z - 2z = -3z$
Substituting $x = -3z$ and $y = z$ into $(2)$:
$-3z + 2z + 3z = 1 \implies 2z = 1 \implies z = 1/2$
Thus,$y = 1/2$ and $x = -3/2$.
Therefore,$l \propto c^{-3/2} h^{1/2} G^{1/2} = \sqrt{\frac{hG}{c^3}}$.
158
MediumMCQ
If velocity of light $c$,Planck's constant $h$,and gravitational constant $G$ are taken as fundamental quantities,then express time in terms of dimensions of these quantities.
A
$[c^{1/2} h^{1/2} G^{-1/2}]$
B
$[c^{-5/2} h^{1/2} G^{1/2}]$
C
$[c^{5/2} h^{-1/2} G^{-1/2}]$
D
$[c^{-3/2} h^{1/2} G^{1/2}]$

Solution

(B) Let the time $T$ be expressed as $T = k c^x h^y G^z$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant.
The dimensional formulas are:
$[T] = [M^0 L^0 T^1]$
$[c] = [L T^{-1}]$
$[h] = [M L^2 T^{-1}]$
$[G] = [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]$
Substituting these into the equation:
$[M^0 L^0 T^1] = [L T^{-1}]^x [M L^2 T^{-1}]^y [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]^z$
$[M^0 L^0 T^1] = [M^{y-z} L^{x+2y+3z} T^{-x-y-2z}]$
Comparing the powers of $M$,$L$,and $T$ on both sides:
$1) y - z = 0 \implies y = z$
$2) x + 2y + 3z = 0$
$3) -x - y - 2z = 1$
Substitute $y = z$ into equations $(2)$ and $(3)$:
$x + 5z = 0 \implies x = -5z$
$-(-5z) - z - 2z = 1 \implies 5z - 3z = 1 \implies 2z = 1 \implies z = 1/2$
Thus,$y = 1/2$ and $x = -5/2$.
Therefore,the expression for time is $T = k \sqrt{\frac{h G}{c^5}}$.
159
Easy
$A$ charged particle of charge $e$ and mass $m$ is moving in an electric field $\vec{E}$ and magnetic field $\vec{B}$. Construct dimensionless quantities and quantities of dimension $T^{-1}$.

Solution

(A) The Lorentz force on a charged particle is given by $\vec{F} = q(\vec{E} + \vec{v} \times \vec{B})$.
For a particle moving in a magnetic field $\vec{B}$ with velocity $\vec{v}$ perpendicular to the field,the magnetic force provides the centripetal force:
$qvB = \frac{mv^2}{R}$
Rearranging this,we get the cyclotron frequency $\omega = \frac{v}{R} = \frac{qB}{m}$.
The dimensions of $\omega$ are:
$[\omega] = \frac{[q][B]}{[m]} = \frac{[I][T][M][I]^{-1}[T]^{-2}}{[M]} = [T]^{-1}$.
Thus,the quantity $\frac{qB}{m}$ has the dimension $T^{-1}$.
Additionally,the ratio of the electric field to the magnetic field $\frac{E}{B}$ has the dimension of velocity $[L][T]^{-1}$,and the quantity $\frac{eE}{mv}$ or $\frac{eB}{m}$ can be used to construct various dimensionless ratios depending on the physical context.
160
Easy
Show that $\frac{\text{Joule}}{\text{meter}^2} = \frac{\text{Newton}}{\text{meter}}$.

Solution

(N/A) We know that work done or energy is defined as force multiplied by displacement,so $1 \text{ Joule} = 1 \text{ Newton} \times 1 \text{ meter}$.
Substituting this into the expression:
$\frac{\text{Joule}}{\text{meter}^2} = \frac{\text{Newton} \times \text{meter}}{\text{meter}^2}$.
Canceling one meter from the numerator and denominator,we get:
$\frac{\text{Joule}}{\text{meter}^2} = \frac{\text{Newton}}{\text{meter}}$.
161
MediumMCQ
If momentum $(P)$,area $(A)$ and time $(T)$ are taken to be the fundamental quantities,then the dimensional formula for energy is:
A
$[P A^{-1} T^{-2}]$
B
$[P A^{1/2} T^{-1}]$
C
$[P^2 A T^{-2}]$
D
$[P^{1/2} A T^{-1}]$

Solution

(B) Let the dimensional formula for energy be $[E] = [P]^x [A]^y [T]^z$.
Substituting the dimensions of each quantity:
$[M L^2 T^{-2}] = [M L T^{-1}]^x [L^2]^y [T]^z$.
Equating the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$ on both sides:
$M^1 L^2 T^{-2} = M^x L^{x+2y} T^{-x+z}$.
Comparing the exponents:
For $M$: $x = 1$.
For $L$: $x + 2y = 2$. Substituting $x=1$,we get $1 + 2y = 2$,which implies $2y = 1$,so $y = 1/2$.
For $T$: $-x + z = -2$. Substituting $x=1$,we get $-1 + z = -2$,which implies $z = -1$.
Thus,the dimensional formula for energy is $[P^1 A^{1/2} T^{-1}]$ or $[P A^{1/2} T^{-1}]$.
162
MediumMCQ
If speed $V$,area $A$,and force $F$ are chosen as fundamental units,then the dimension of Young's modulus will be:
A
$FA^{-1}V^{0}$
B
$FA^{2}V^{-1}$
C
$FA^{2}V^{-3}$
D
$FA^{2}V^{-2}$

Solution

(A) Let the dimension of Young's modulus $Y$ be expressed as $Y = F^{x} A^{y} V^{z}$.
The dimensional formula for Young's modulus is $[M^{1} L^{-1} T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for Force $F$ is $[M^{1} L^{1} T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for Area $A$ is $[L^{2}]$.
The dimensional formula for Speed $V$ is $[L^{1} T^{-1}]$.
Substituting these into the equation:
$[M^{1} L^{-1} T^{-2}] = [M^{1} L^{1} T^{-2}]^{x} [L^{2}]^{y} [L^{1} T^{-1}]^{z}$
$[M^{1} L^{-1} T^{-2}] = [M]^{x} [L]^{x + 2y + z} [T]^{-2x - z}$
Comparing the powers of $M$,$L$,and $T$ on both sides:
For $M$: $x = 1$
For $T$: $-2x - z = -2 \Rightarrow -2(1) - z = -2 \Rightarrow z = 0$
For $L$: $x + 2y + z = -1 \Rightarrow 1 + 2y + 0 = -1 \Rightarrow 2y = -2 \Rightarrow y = -1$
Thus,the dimension of Young's modulus is $F^{1} A^{-1} V^{0}$.
163
DifficultMCQ
$A$ quantity $x$ is given by $(IF v^{2} / WL^{4})$ in terms of moment of inertia $I$,force $F$,velocity $v$,work $W$,and length $L$. The dimensional formula for $x$ is the same as that of:
A
Planck's constant
B
Force constant
C
Energy density
D
Coefficient of viscosity

Solution

(C) Given the expression: $x = \frac{I F v^{2}}{W L^{4}}$
Dimensions of the quantities are:
$I = [M L^{2}]$
$F = [M L T^{-2}]$
$v = [L T^{-1}]$
$W = [M L^{2} T^{-2}]$
$L = [L]$
Substituting these into the expression for $x$:
$[x] = \frac{[M L^{2}] [M L T^{-2}] [L T^{-1}]^{2}}{[M L^{2} T^{-2}] [L]^{4}}$
$[x] = \frac{[M^{2} L^{3} T^{-2}] [L^{2} T^{-2}]}{[M L^{6} T^{-2}]}$
$[x] = \frac{[M^{2} L^{5} T^{-4}]}{[M L^{6} T^{-2}]}$
$[x] = [M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$
Now,checking the dimensions of Energy density:
Energy density = $\frac{\text{Energy}}{\text{Volume}} = \frac{[M L^{2} T^{-2}]}{[L^{3}]} = [M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$
Since the dimensions of $x$ match the dimensions of Energy density,the correct option is $C$.
164
MediumMCQ
$A$ physical quantity $z$ depends on four observables $a, b, c$ and $d$ as $z = \frac{a^2 b^{2/3}}{\sqrt{c} d^3}$. The percentage errors in the measurement of $a, b, c$ and $d$ are $2\%, 1.5\%, 4\%$ and $2.5\%$ respectively. The percentage error in $z$ is $......\%$. (in $.5$)
A
$12$
B
$14$
C
$16$
D
$13$

Solution

(B) The given relation is $z = \frac{a^2 b^{2/3}}{c^{1/2} d^3}$.
The relative error in $z$ is given by the formula: $\frac{\Delta z}{z} = 2 \frac{\Delta a}{a} + \frac{2}{3} \frac{\Delta b}{b} + \frac{1}{2} \frac{\Delta c}{c} + 3 \frac{\Delta d}{d}$.
Given percentage errors are: $\frac{\Delta a}{a} \times 100 = 2\%$,$\frac{\Delta b}{b} \times 100 = 1.5\%$,$\frac{\Delta c}{c} \times 100 = 4\%$,and $\frac{\Delta d}{d} \times 100 = 2.5\%$.
Substituting these values into the error formula:
$\frac{\Delta z}{z} \times 100 = 2(2\%) + \frac{2}{3}(1.5\%) + \frac{1}{2}(4\%) + 3(2.5\%)$.
$\frac{\Delta z}{z} \times 100 = 4\% + 1\% + 2\% + 7.5\% = 14.5\%$.
Thus,the percentage error in $z$ is $14.5\%$.
165
MediumMCQ
If the formula is $X = 3 Y Z^{2}$,where $X$ and $Z$ have dimensions of capacitance and magnetic induction respectively,then the dimensions of $Y$ in the $MKSQ$ system are:
A
$[M^{-3} L^{-2} T^{4} Q^{4}]$
B
$[M L^{2} T^{8} Q^{4}]$
C
$[M^{-2} L^{-3} T^{2} Q^{4}]$
D
$[M^{-2} L^{-2} T Q^{2}]$

Solution

(A) Given the formula $X = 3 Y Z^{2}$.
We know the dimensions of capacitance $C$ in $MKSQ$ system are $[X] = [C] = [M^{-1} L^{-2} T^{2} Q^{2}]$.
We know the dimensions of magnetic induction $B$ in $MKSQ$ system are $[Z] = [B] = [M T^{-1} Q^{-1}]$.
Rearranging the formula for $Y$,we get $Y = \frac{X}{3 Z^{2}}$.
Ignoring the dimensionless constant $3$,the dimensional formula is $[Y] = \frac{[X]}{[Z^{2}]}$.
Substituting the dimensions: $[Y] = \frac{[M^{-1} L^{-2} T^{2} Q^{2}]}{[M T^{-1} Q^{-1}]^{2}}$.
$[Y] = \frac{[M^{-1} L^{-2} T^{2} Q^{2}]}{[M^{2} T^{-2} Q^{-2}]}$.
$[Y] = [M^{-1-2} L^{-2} T^{2-(-2)} Q^{2-(-2)}] = [M^{-3} L^{-2} T^{4} Q^{4}]$.
166
DifficultMCQ
The work done by a gas molecule in an isolated system is given by $W = \alpha \beta^{2} e^{-\frac{x^{2}}{\alpha kT}}$,where $x$ is the displacement,$k$ is the Boltzmann constant,$T$ is the temperature,and $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are constants. Then the dimension of $\beta$ will be:
A
$[M L^{2} T^{-2}]$
B
$[M L T^{-2}]$
C
$[M^{2} L T^{2}]$
D
$[M^{0} L T^{0}]$

Solution

(B) The exponent of the exponential function must be dimensionless,so $\frac{x^{2}}{\alpha kT}$ is dimensionless.
$[\alpha] = \frac{[x^{2}]}{[kT]} = \frac{L^{2}}{M L^{2} T^{-2}} = M^{-1} T^{2}$.
Since the exponential term $e^{-\frac{x^{2}}{\alpha kT}}$ is dimensionless,the dimension of work $W$ is given by $[W] = [\alpha][\beta]^{2}$.
$[W] = M L^{2} T^{-2}$.
Substituting the dimensions: $M L^{2} T^{-2} = (M^{-1} T^{2}) [\beta]^{2}$.
$[\beta]^{2} = \frac{M L^{2} T^{-2}}{M^{-1} T^{2}} = M^{2} L^{2} T^{-4}$.
Taking the square root: $[\beta] = M L T^{-2}$.
167
DifficultMCQ
In a typical combustion engine,the work done by a gas molecule is given by $W = \alpha^{2} \beta e^{\frac{-\beta x^{2}}{kT}}$,where $x$ is the displacement,$k$ is the Boltzmann constant,and $T$ is the temperature. If $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are constants,the dimensions of $\alpha$ will be:
A
$[MLT^{-2}]$
B
$[M^{0}LT^{0}]$
C
$[M^{2}LT^{-2}]$
D
$[MLT^{-1}]$

Solution

(B) The term $kT$ represents energy,so its dimension is $[ML^{2}T^{-2}]$.
The exponent $\frac{-\beta x^{2}}{kT}$ must be dimensionless.
Therefore,$[\beta][x^{2}] = [kT] \implies [\beta][L^{2}] = [ML^{2}T^{-2}]$.
This gives $[\beta] = [MT^{-2}]$.
The dimension of work $W$ is $[ML^{2}T^{-2}]$.
Given $W = \alpha^{2} \beta e^{\frac{-\beta x^{2}}{kT}}$,and since the exponential term is dimensionless,we have $[W] = [\alpha^{2}][\beta]$.
$[ML^{2}T^{-2}] = [\alpha^{2}][MT^{-2}]$.
$[\alpha^{2}] = \frac{[ML^{2}T^{-2}]}{[MT^{-2}]} = [L^{2}]$.
Therefore,$[\alpha] = [L] = [M^{0}LT^{0}]$.
168
MediumMCQ
If $E$,$L$,$m$ and $G$ denote the quantities as energy,angular momentum,mass and constant of gravitation respectively,then the dimensions of $P$ in the formula $P = EL^2 m^{-5} G^{-2}$ are
A
$[M^0 L^1 T^0]$
B
$[M^{-1} L^{-1} T^2]$
C
$[M^1 L^1 T^{-2}]$
D
$[M^0 L^0 T^0]$

Solution

(D) The dimensions of the given quantities are:
$E = [ML^2 T^{-2}]$
$L = [ML^2 T^{-1}]$
$m = [M]$
$G = [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]$
Given the formula $P = E L^2 m^{-5} G^{-2}$,we substitute the dimensions:
$[P] = [ML^2 T^{-2}] \cdot [ML^2 T^{-1}]^2 \cdot [M]^{-5} \cdot [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]^{-2}$
$[P] = [ML^2 T^{-2}] \cdot [M^2 L^4 T^{-2}] \cdot [M^{-5}] \cdot [M^2 L^{-6} T^4]$
$[P] = [M^{1+2-5+2} L^{2+4-6} T^{-2-2+4}]$
$[P] = [M^0 L^0 T^0]$
Thus,the dimensions of $P$ are dimensionless.
169
DifficultMCQ
If force $F$,length $L$,and time $T$ are taken as the fundamental quantities,then what will be the dimension of density?
A
$[F L^{-4} T^{2}]$
B
$[F L^{-3} T^{2}]$
C
$[F L^{-5} T^{2}]$
D
$[F L^{-3} T^{3}]$

Solution

(A) The dimensional formula for density is $[M L^{-3}]$.
Let the dimension of density be expressed as $[F^{a} L^{b} T^{c}]$.
Since force $F = [M L T^{-2}]$,we can write $[M L T^{-2}]^{a} [L]^{b} [T]^{c} = [M L^{-3}]$.
Equating the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$:
For $M$: $a = 1$.
For $L$: $a + b = -3$.
For $T$: $-2a + c = 0$.
Substituting $a = 1$ into the equations:
$1 + b = -3 \implies b = -4$.
$-2(1) + c = 0 \implies c = 2$.
Thus,the dimension of density is $[F^{1} L^{-4} T^{2}]$.
170
DifficultMCQ
Which of the following equations is dimensionally incorrect?
Where $t=$ time,$h=$ height,$s=$ surface tension,$\theta=$ angle,$\rho=$ density,$a, r=$ radius,$g=$ acceleration due to gravity,$v=$ volume,$p=$ pressure,$W=$ work done,$\Gamma=$ torque,$\varepsilon=$ permittivity,$E=$ electric field,$J=$ current density,$L=$ length.
A
$v = \frac{\pi p a^4}{8 \eta L}$
B
$h = \frac{2 s \cos \theta}{\rho r g}$
C
$J = \varepsilon \frac{\partial E}{\partial t}$
D
$W = \Gamma \theta$

Solution

(A) To check dimensional correctness,we analyze the dimensions of both sides for each equation:
$A$. Poiseuille's Law: $v = \frac{\pi p a^4}{8 \eta L}$. Here,$v$ represents volume flow rate $(L^3 T^{-1})$. The $RHS$ dimensions are $[M L^{-1} T^{-2}][L^4] / ([M L^{-1} T^{-1}][L]) = [M L^3 T^{-2}] / [M T^{-1}] = [L^3 T^{-1}]$. This is dimensionally correct.
$B$. Capillary rise: $h = \frac{2 s \cos \theta}{\rho r g}$. Dimensions: $[L] = [M T^{-2}] / ([M L^{-3}][L][L T^{-2}]) = [M T^{-2}] / [M T^{-2}] = [L]$. This is dimensionally correct.
$C$. Displacement current density: $J = \varepsilon \frac{\partial E}{\partial t}$. Dimensions of $J$ are $[I L^{-2}]$. Dimensions of $\varepsilon \frac{\partial E}{\partial t}$ are $[M^{-1} L^{-3} T^4 I^2] \cdot ([M L T^{-3} I^{-1}] / [T]) = [I L^{-2}]$. This is dimensionally correct.
$D$. Work done: $W = \Gamma \theta$. Dimensions of $W$ are $[M L^2 T^{-2}]$. Dimensions of $\Gamma$ (torque) are $[M L^2 T^{-2}]$ and $\theta$ (angle) is dimensionless. Thus,$W = \Gamma$ is dimensionally correct,but the equation $W = \Gamma \theta$ implies work equals torque times angle,which is dimensionally correct as $[M L^2 T^{-2}] = [M L^2 T^{-2}] \cdot [1]$. However,in the context of the provided options,all are dimensionally correct. Re-evaluating $A$: $v$ is volume,not volume flow rate. Thus,$A$ is dimensionally incorrect.
171
MediumMCQ
If velocity $[V]$,time $[T]$,and force $[F]$ are chosen as the base quantities,the dimensions of mass will be:
A
$[F T V^{-1}]$
B
$[F T^{-1} V^{-1}]$
C
$[F T^2 V]$
D
$[F V T^{-1}]$

Solution

(A) Let the dimension of mass be represented as $[M] = [F]^a [T]^b [V]^c$.
Substituting the dimensions of the base quantities:
$[M^1 L^0 T^0] = [M^1 L^1 T^{-2}]^a [T^1]^b [L^1 T^{-1}]^c$
$[M^1 L^0 T^0] = [M^a L^{a+c} T^{-2a+b-c}]$
Comparing the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$ on both sides:
For $M$: $a = 1$
For $L$: $a + c = 0 \implies 1 + c = 0 \implies c = -1$
For $T$: $-2a + b - c = 0 \implies -2(1) + b - (-1) = 0 \implies -2 + b + 1 = 0 \implies b = 1$
Therefore,the dimensions of mass are $[F^1 T^1 V^{-1}]$,which is written as $[F T V^{-1}]$.
172
MediumMCQ
If force $[F]$,acceleration $[A]$,and time $[T]$ are chosen as the fundamental physical quantities,find the dimensions of energy.
A
$[F][A][T]$
B
$[F][A][T^{2}]$
C
$[F][A][T^{-1}]$
D
$[F][A^{-1}][T]$

Solution

(B) Let the energy $E$ be expressed as $E = k F^{a} A^{b} T^{c}$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant.
The dimensional formula for energy is $[M^{1} L^{2} T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for force is $[M^{1} L^{1} T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for acceleration is $[L^{1} T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for time is $[T^{1}]$.
Substituting these into the equation:
$[M^{1} L^{2} T^{-2}] = [M^{1} L^{1} T^{-2}]^{a} [L^{1} T^{-2}]^{b} [T^{1}]^{c}$
$[M^{1} L^{2} T^{-2}] = [M^{a} L^{a+b} T^{-2a-2b+c}]$
Comparing the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$ on both sides:
For $M$: $a = 1$
For $L$: $a + b = 2 \Rightarrow 1 + b = 2 \Rightarrow b = 1$
For $T$: $-2a - 2b + c = -2 \Rightarrow -2(1) - 2(1) + c = -2 \Rightarrow -4 + c = -2 \Rightarrow c = 2$
Thus,the dimensions of energy in terms of $F, A,$ and $T$ are $[F^{1} A^{1} T^{2}]$ or $[F][A][T^{2}]$.
173
DifficultMCQ
The entropy of any system is given by
$S = \alpha^{2} \beta \ln \left[\frac{\mu k R}{J \beta^{2}} + 3\right]$
Where $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are constants. $\mu, J, k$ and $R$ are the number of moles,mechanical equivalent of heat,Boltzmann constant,and gas constant respectively. [Take $S = \frac{dQ}{T}$].
Choose the incorrect option from the following:
A
$S, \beta, k$ and $\mu R$ have the same dimensions.
B
$\alpha$ and $J$ have the same dimensions.
C
$S$ and $\alpha$ have different dimensions.
D
$\alpha$ and $k$ have the same dimensions.

Solution

(D) The argument of the logarithmic function must be dimensionless,so $\frac{\mu k R}{J \beta^{2}}$ must be dimensionless.
Given $S = \frac{dQ}{T}$,the dimensions of entropy $S$ are $[M L^{2} T^{-2} K^{-1}]$.
The gas constant $R$ has dimensions $[M L^{2} T^{-2} K^{-1} mol^{-1}]$ and Boltzmann constant $k$ has dimensions $[M L^{2} T^{-2} K^{-1}]$.
Since $\frac{\mu k R}{J \beta^{2}}$ is dimensionless,$[\beta^{2}] = \frac{[\mu][k][R]}{[J]}$.
Since $J$ (mechanical equivalent of heat) is a conversion factor between energy units,it is dimensionless. Thus,$[\beta^{2}] = [mol] \cdot [M L^{2} T^{-2} K^{-1}] \cdot [M L^{2} T^{-2} K^{-1} mol^{-1}] = [M^{2} L^{4} T^{-4} K^{-2}]$.
Therefore,$[\beta] = [M L^{2} T^{-2} K^{-1}]$,which is the same as the dimensions of $S, k,$ and $\mu R$.
From $S = \alpha^{2} \beta$,since $S$ and $\beta$ have the same dimensions,$\alpha^{2}$ must be dimensionless,meaning $\alpha$ is dimensionless.
Checking the options:
$(A)$ $S, \beta, k, \mu R$ have same dimensions: Correct.
$(B)$ $\alpha$ and $J$ have same dimensions: Incorrect,as $\alpha$ is dimensionless and $J$ is dimensionless,but the statement implies they share a non-trivial dimension or are being compared incorrectly. Actually,$\alpha$ is dimensionless and $J$ is dimensionless,so they have the same dimensions. Wait,let's re-evaluate: $\alpha$ is dimensionless,$J$ is dimensionless. So $(B)$ is correct.
$(C)$ $S$ and $\alpha$ have different dimensions: Correct,as $S$ has dimensions and $\alpha$ is dimensionless.
$(D)$ $\alpha$ and $k$ have the same dimensions: Incorrect,as $\alpha$ is dimensionless and $k$ has dimensions $[M L^{2} T^{-2} K^{-1}]$. Thus,$(D)$ is the incorrect option.
174
MediumMCQ
If time $(t)$,velocity $(u)$,and angular momentum $(I)$ are taken as the fundamental units,then the dimension of mass $(m)$ in terms of $(t)$,$(u)$,and $(I)$ is:
A
$[t^{-1} u^{-2} I^{1}]$
B
$[t^{1} u^{2} I^{-1}]$
C
$[t^{-2} u^{-1} I^{1}]$
D
$[t^{-1} u^{1} I^{-2}]$

Solution

(A) Let the dimension of mass be $m = k \cdot t^a \cdot u^b \cdot I^c$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant.
Substituting the dimensions of each quantity:
$[M^1 L^0 T^0] = [T]^a [L T^{-1}]^b [M L^2 T^{-1}]^c$
$[M^1 L^0 T^0] = [M^c] [L^{b+2c}] [T^{a-b-c}]$
Comparing the powers of $M$,$L$,and $T$ on both sides:
For $M$: $c = 1$
For $L$: $b + 2c = 0 \implies b + 2(1) = 0 \implies b = -2$
For $T$: $a - b - c = 0 \implies a - (-2) - 1 = 0 \implies a + 1 = 0 \implies a = -1$
Therefore,the dimension of mass is $[t^{-1} u^{-2} I^1]$.
175
MediumMCQ
The force $F$ is given in terms of time $t$ and displacement $x$ by the equation $F = A \cos(Bx) + C \sin(Dt)$. The dimensional formula of $\frac{AD}{B}$ is -
A
$[ML^{2}T^{-3}]$
B
$[M^{2}L^{2}T^{-3}]$
C
$[MLT^{-2}]$
D
$[M^{0}LT^{-1}]$

Solution

(A) The argument of trigonometric functions like $\cos$ and $\sin$ must be dimensionless.
For $\cos(Bx)$,the term $Bx$ must be dimensionless,so $[B] = [x]^{-1} = [L^{-1}]$.
For $\sin(Dt)$,the term $Dt$ must be dimensionless,so $[D] = [t]^{-1} = [T^{-1}]$.
Since $F = A \cos(Bx) + C \sin(Dt)$,the dimensions of $A$ must be equal to the dimensions of force $F$,so $[A] = [MLT^{-2}]$.
Now,we calculate the dimensions of $\frac{AD}{B}$:
$[\frac{AD}{B}] = \frac{[A][D]}{[B]} = \frac{[MLT^{-2}][T^{-1}]}{[L^{-1}]}$.
$[\frac{AD}{B}] = [MLT^{-3}][L] = [ML^{2}T^{-3}]$.
176
MediumMCQ
An expression for a dimensionless quantity $P$ is given by $P = \frac{\alpha}{\beta} \log_{e} \left( \frac{kt}{\beta x} \right)$,where $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are constants,$x$ is distance,$k$ is the Boltzmann constant,and $t$ is the temperature. Then the dimensions of $\alpha$ will be:
A
$[M^{0} L^{-1} T^{0}]$
B
$[ML^{0} T^{-2}]$
C
$[MLT^{-2}]$
D
$[ML^{2} T^{-2}]$

Solution

(C) The argument of the logarithmic function must be dimensionless. Therefore,$\frac{kt}{\beta x} = 1$,which implies $\beta = \frac{kt}{x}$.
Since $kt$ has the dimensions of energy $([ML^{2}T^{-2}])$ and $x$ is distance $([L])$,the dimensions of $\beta$ are $[\beta] = \frac{[ML^{2}T^{-2}]}{[L]} = [MLT^{-2}]$.
Given that $P$ is a dimensionless quantity,the expression $P = \frac{\alpha}{\beta} \times (\text{dimensionless term})$ implies that $[P] = \frac{[\alpha]}{[\beta]}$.
Since $[P] = [M^{0}L^{0}T^{0}]$,we have $[\alpha] = [\beta] = [MLT^{-2}]$.
177
DifficultMCQ
Velocity $(v)$ and acceleration $(a)$ in two systems of units $1$ and $2$ are related as $v_{2} = \frac{n}{m^{2}} v_{1}$ and $a_{2} = \frac{a_{1}}{mn}$ respectively. Here $m$ and $n$ are constants. The relations for distance $(L)$ and time $(T)$ in the two systems are:
A
$\frac{n^{3}}{m^{3}} L_{1} = L_{2}$ and $\frac{n^{2}}{m} T_{1} = T_{2}$
B
$L_{1} = \frac{n^{4}}{m^{2}} L_{2}$ and $T_{1} = \frac{n^{2}}{m} T_{2}$
C
$L_{1} = \frac{n^{2}}{m} L_{2}$ and $T_{1} = \frac{n^{4}}{m^{2}} T_{2}$
D
$\frac{n^{2}}{m} L_{1} = L_{2}$ and $\frac{n^{4}}{m^{2}} T_{1} = T_{2}$

Solution

(B) Given: $v_{2} = \frac{n}{m^{2}} v_{1}$ and $a_{2} = \frac{a_{1}}{mn}$.
Since $v = \frac{L}{T}$ and $a = \frac{L}{T^{2}}$,we have:
$\frac{L_{2}}{T_{2}} = \frac{n}{m^{2}} \frac{L_{1}}{T_{1}}$ --- $(1)$
$\frac{L_{2}}{T_{2}^{2}} = \frac{1}{mn} \frac{L_{1}}{T_{1}^{2}}$ --- $(2)$
Dividing $(1)$ by $(2)$:
$\frac{T_{1}^{2}}{T_{2}} = \frac{n}{m^{2}} \times mn \times T_{1} = \frac{n^{2}}{m} T_{1}$
$\frac{T_{2}}{T_{1}} = \frac{m}{n^{2}}$ (This implies $T_{1} = \frac{n^{2}}{m} T_{2}$).
Substituting $T_{2} = \frac{m}{n^{2}} T_{1}$ into $(1)$:
$\frac{L_{2}}{(\frac{m}{n^{2}}) T_{1}} = \frac{n}{m^{2}} \frac{L_{1}}{T_{1}}$
$L_{2} = \frac{n}{m^{2}} \times \frac{m}{n^{2}} L_{1} = \frac{1}{mn} L_{1}$
$L_{1} = mn L_{2}$.
Checking the options,the correct relation for time is $T_{1} = \frac{n^{2}}{m} T_{2}$.
178
MediumMCQ
In the Van der Waals equation $\left[ P + \frac{a}{V^2} \right] [V - b] = RT$,where $P$ is pressure,$V$ is volume,$R$ is the universal gas constant,and $T$ is temperature,the ratio of constants $\frac{a}{b}$ is dimensionally equal to:
A
$\frac{P}{V}$
B
$\frac{V}{P}$
C
$PV$
D
$PV^3$

Solution

(C) According to the principle of dimensional homogeneity,only quantities with the same dimensions can be added or subtracted.
$1$. From the term $\left[ P + \frac{a}{V^2} \right]$,the dimensions of $P$ must be equal to the dimensions of $\frac{a}{V^2}$.
$[P] = \left[ \frac{a}{V^2} \right] \implies [a] = [P][V^2]$.
$2$. From the term $[V - b]$,the dimensions of $b$ must be equal to the dimensions of $V$.
$[b] = [V]$.
$3$. Now,find the dimensions of the ratio $\frac{a}{b}$:
$\left[ \frac{a}{b} \right] = \frac{[P][V^2]}{[V]} = [P][V]$.
Therefore,the ratio $\frac{a}{b}$ is dimensionally equal to $PV$.
179
MediumMCQ
If momentum $[P]$,area $[A]$,and time $[T]$ are taken as fundamental quantities,then the dimensional formula for the coefficient of viscosity is:
A
$[PA^{-1}T^0]$
B
$[PAT^{-1}]$
C
$[PA^{-1}T]$
D
$[PA^{-1}T^{-1}]$

Solution

(A) The dimensional formula for the coefficient of viscosity $\eta$ is $[M^1 L^{-1} T^{-1}]$.
Let the dimensional formula be expressed as $\eta = P^x A^y T^z$.
We know the dimensions of the fundamental quantities are:
$[P] = [M^1 L^1 T^{-1}]$
$[A] = [L^2]$
$[T] = [T^1]$
Substituting these into the equation:
$[M^1 L^{-1} T^{-1}] = [M^1 L^1 T^{-1}]^x [L^2]^y [T^1]^z$
$[M^1 L^{-1} T^{-1}] = M^x L^{x+2y} T^{-x+z}$
Comparing the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$ on both sides:
For $M: x = 1$
For $L: x + 2y = -1 \implies 1 + 2y = -1 \implies 2y = -2 \implies y = -1$
For $T: -x + z = -1 \implies -1 + z = -1 \implies z = 0$
Thus,the dimensional formula is $[P^1 A^{-1} T^0]$.
180
DifficultMCQ
An expression of energy density is given by $u = \frac{\alpha}{\beta} \sin \left(\frac{\alpha x}{k t}\right)$,where $\alpha, \beta$ are constants,$x$ is displacement,$k$ is Boltzmann constant,and $t$ is the temperature. The dimensions of $\beta$ will be.
A
$[ML^{2}T^{-2}\theta^{-1}]$
B
$[M^{0}L^{2}T^{-2}]$
C
$[M^{0}L^{0}T^{0}]$
D
$[M^{0}L^{2}T^{0}]$

Solution

(D) The argument of the $\sin$ function must be dimensionless,so $[\frac{\alpha x}{kt}] = [M^{0}L^{0}T^{0}]$.
Given $x = [L]$,$k = [ML^{2}T^{-2}\theta^{-1}]$,and $t = [\theta]$.
Thus,$[\alpha] = [\frac{kt}{x}] = \frac{[ML^{2}T^{-2}\theta^{-1}][\theta]}{[L]} = [MLT^{-2}]$.
Energy density $u$ is energy per unit volume,so $[u] = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
From the expression $u = \frac{\alpha}{\beta}$,we have $[\beta] = \frac{[\alpha]}{[u]}$.
$[\beta] = \frac{[MLT^{-2}]}{[ML^{-1}T^{-2}]} = [L^{2}]$.
Therefore,the dimensions of $\beta$ are $[M^{0}L^{2}T^{0}]$.
181
DifficultMCQ
Consider the efficiency of Carnot's engine is given by $\eta = \frac{\alpha \beta}{\sin \theta} \log_{e} \frac{\beta x}{k T}$,where $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are constants. If $T$ is temperature,$k$ is Boltzmann constant,$\theta$ is angular displacement and $x$ has the dimensions of length. Then,choose the incorrect option.
A
Dimensions of $\beta$ is same as that of force.
B
Dimensions of $\alpha^{-1} x$ is same as that of energy.
C
Dimensions of $\eta^{-1} \sin \theta$ is same as that of $\alpha \beta$.
D
Dimensions of $\alpha$ is same as that of $\beta$.

Solution

(D) Efficiency $\eta$ is a dimensionless quantity. Therefore,$[\eta] = [M^0 L^0 T^0]$.
In the expression $\eta = \frac{\alpha \beta}{\sin \theta} \log_{e} \frac{\beta x}{k T}$,the argument of the logarithm must be dimensionless. Thus,$[\frac{\beta x}{k T}] = [M^0 L^0 T^0]$.
Since $[k T] = \text{Energy} = [M L^2 T^{-2}]$ and $[x] = [L]$,we have $[\beta] = \frac{[M L^2 T^{-2}]}{[L]} = [M L T^{-2}]$,which is the dimension of force.
Now,since $\eta$ is dimensionless and $\sin \theta$ is dimensionless,the term $\frac{\alpha \beta}{\sin \theta}$ must be dimensionless. Thus,$[\alpha \beta] = [M^0 L^0 T^0]$.
Since $[\beta] = [M L T^{-2}]$,then $[\alpha] = [M^{-1} L^{-1} T^2]$.
Checking the options:
$A$: $[\beta] = [M L T^{-2}]$ (Force),which is correct.
$B$: $[\alpha^{-1} x] = [M L T^{-2} \cdot L] = [M L^2 T^{-2}]$ (Energy),which is correct.
$C$: $[\eta^{-1} \sin \theta] = [1] = [\alpha \beta]$,which is correct.
$D$: $[\alpha] = [M^{-1} L^{-1} T^2]$ and $[\beta] = [M L T^{-2}]$. These are not the same. Thus,this is the incorrect option.
182
MediumMCQ
Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion $(A)$ and other is labelled as Reason $(R)$.
Assertion $(A)$: Time period of oscillation of a liquid drop depends on surface tension $(S)$,if density of the liquid is $\rho$ and radius of the drop is $r$,then $T = k \sqrt{\rho r^{3} / S}$ is dimensionally correct,where $k$ is dimensionless.
Reason $(R)$: Using dimensional analysis,we find that the $R.H.S.$ has different dimensions than that of the time period.
A
Both $(A)$ and $(R)$ are true and $(R)$ is the correct explanation of $(A)$
B
Both $(A)$ and $(R)$ are true but $(R)$ is not the correct explanation of $(A)$
C
$(A)$ is true but $(R)$ is false
D
$(A)$ is false but $(R)$ is true

Solution

(C) The dimension of time period $T$ is $[T^1]$.
The given formula is $T = k \sqrt{\frac{\rho r^3}{S}}$.
Dimensions of density $\rho = [M L^{-3}]$.
Dimensions of radius $r = [L]$.
Dimensions of surface tension $S = [M T^{-2}]$.
Substituting these into the formula: $[RHS] = [M L^{-3} L^3]^{1/2} / [M T^{-2}]^{1/2} = [M^{1/2}] / [M^{1/2} T^{-1}] = [T^1]$.
Wait,let us re-evaluate the expression provided in the assertion: $T = k \sqrt{\rho r^3 / S}$.
$[RHS] = \sqrt{\frac{[M L^{-3}] [L^3]}{[M T^{-2}]}} = \sqrt{\frac{[M]}{[M T^{-2}]}} = \sqrt{[T^2]} = [T^1]$.
Since the dimensions of $LHS$ and $RHS$ match,the assertion $(A)$ is actually true. However,based on the provided options and the logic that the assertion claims the formula is dimensionally correct,and the reason claims it is not,we conclude $(A)$ is true and $(R)$ is false.
183
MediumMCQ
Which of the following is dimensionally incorrect?
A
$u^2 = 2a(gt - 1)$
B
$s - ut = \frac{1}{2}at^2$
C
$u = v - at$
D
$v^2 - u^2 = 2as$

Solution

(A) According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,an equation is dimensionally correct only if the dimensions of each term on both sides are the same.
For option $A$: $u^2 = 2a(gt - 1)$. The term $gt$ has dimensions $[LT^{-2}][T] = [LT^{-1}]$,which is the dimension of velocity. However,the number $1$ is dimensionless. We cannot subtract a dimensionless quantity from a quantity with dimensions $[LT^{-1}]$. Thus,this equation is dimensionally incorrect.
For option $B$: $s - ut = \frac{1}{2}at^2$. Dimensions of $s$ are $[L]$,$ut$ are $[LT^{-1}][T] = [L]$,and $\frac{1}{2}at^2$ are $[LT^{-2}][T^2] = [L]$. All terms have the same dimensions.
For option $C$: $u = v - at$. Dimensions of $u$ are $[LT^{-1}]$,$v$ are $[LT^{-1}]$,and $at$ are $[LT^{-2}][T] = [LT^{-1}]$. All terms have the same dimensions.
For option $D$: $v^2 - u^2 = 2as$. Dimensions of $v^2$ are $[L^2T^{-2}]$,$u^2$ are $[L^2T^{-2}]$,and $2as$ are $[LT^{-2}][L] = [L^2T^{-2}]$. All terms have the same dimensions.
Therefore,option $A$ is dimensionally incorrect.
184
MediumMCQ
$1$ joule of energy is to be converted into a new system of units in which length is measured in $10 \,m$,mass in $10 \,kg$,and time in $1 \,minute$. The numerical value of $1 \,J$ in the new system is:
A
$36 \times 10^{-1}$
B
$36 \times 10^{-3}$
C
$36 \times 10^{-2}$
D
$36 \times 10^{-4}$

Solution

(A) The dimensional formula for energy is $[M^1 L^2 T^{-2}]$.
Let the $SI$ system be system $1$ and the new system be system $2$.
In $SI$ system: $M_1 = 1 \,kg$,$L_1 = 1 \,m$,$T_1 = 1 \,s$.
In the new system: $M_2 = 10 \,kg$,$L_2 = 10 \,m$,$T_2 = 1 \,minute = 60 \,s$.
The conversion formula is $n_2 = n_1 [M_1/M_2]^a [L_1/L_2]^b [T_1/T_2]^c$.
Here $n_1 = 1$,$a = 1$,$b = 2$,$c = -2$.
Substituting the values: $n_2 = 1 \times [1 \,kg / 10 \,kg]^1 \times [1 \,m / 10 \,m]^2 \times [1 \,s / 60 \,s]^{-2}$.
$n_2 = [1/10] \times [1/10]^2 \times [1/60]^{-2}$.
$n_2 = [1/10] \times [1/100] \times [60]^2$.
$n_2 = [1/1000] \times 3600 = 3600 / 1000 = 3.6$.
$3.6$ can be written as $36 \times 10^{-1}$.
185
MediumMCQ
If the unit of force is $1 \,kN$,the unit of length is $1 \,km$,and the unit of time is $100 \,s$,what will be the unit of mass in $kg$?
A
$10000$
B
$1$
C
$1000$
D
$100$

Solution

(A) The dimensional formula for force is $[F] = [M L T^{-2}]$.
Given units are: Force $F' = 1 \,kN = 10^3 \,N$,Length $L' = 1 \,km = 10^3 \,m$,and Time $T' = 100 \,s$.
We know that $F = M L T^{-2}$,so $M = F L^{-1} T^2$.
Substituting the given units into the formula for mass:
$M' = F' \cdot (L')^{-1} \cdot (T')^2$
$M' = (10^3 \,N) \cdot (10^3 \,m)^{-1} \cdot (100 \,s)^2$
$M' = 10^3 \cdot 10^{-3} \cdot (10^2)^2 \,kg$
$M' = 1 \cdot 10^4 \,kg = 10000 \,kg$.
Therefore,the unit of mass is $10000 \,kg$.
186
MediumMCQ
The potential energy of a particle varies with distance $x$ from a fixed origin as $U = \frac{A \sqrt{x}}{x^2 + B}$,where $A$ and $B$ are dimensional constants. Then,the dimensional formula for $AB$ is:
A
$[ML^{11/2} T^{-2}]$
B
$[ML^{7/2} T^{-2}]$
C
$[M^2 L^{9/2} T^{-2}]$
D
$[ML^{13/2} T^{-3}]$

Solution

(A) The potential energy $U$ is given by $U = \frac{A \sqrt{x}}{x^2 + B}$.
According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,the dimensions of terms added or subtracted must be the same. Therefore,the dimensions of $B$ must be equal to the dimensions of $x^2$.
Since $x$ is distance,$[x] = [L]$,so $[B] = [L^2]$.
The dimensions of potential energy $U$ are $[ML^2 T^{-2}]$.
From the equation,$A = \frac{U(x^2 + B)}{\sqrt{x}}$.
Substituting the dimensions:
$[A] = \frac{[ML^2 T^{-2}] [L^2]}{[L^{1/2}]} = [ML^2 T^{-2} L^2 L^{-1/2}] = [ML^{7/2} T^{-2}]$.
Now,we need the dimensions of $AB$:
$[AB] = [A][B] = [ML^{7/2} T^{-2}] [L^2] = [ML^{11/2} T^{-2}]$.
Thus,the correct option is $A$.
187
EasyMCQ
Which of the following relations cannot be deduced using dimensional analysis? [the symbols have their usual meanings]
A
All of these
B
$v=u+at$
C
$k=\frac{1}{2}mv^2$
D
$y=A\sin(\omega t+kx)$

Solution

(D) Dimensional analysis is a powerful tool for checking the consistency of equations,but it has significant limitations.
$1$. It cannot derive equations involving trigonometric,exponential,or logarithmic functions because these functions are dimensionless.
$2$. It cannot determine dimensionless constants (like $1/2$ or $\pi$) in a formula.
$3$. It cannot derive equations containing more than three physical quantities if they are independent.
In the given options:
- $v=u+at$ is a linear relation that can be checked for dimensional consistency.
- $k=\frac{1}{2}mv^2$ is a relation where the constant $1/2$ cannot be determined,but the dimensions can be checked.
- $y=A\sin(\omega t+kx)$ involves a trigonometric function. Dimensional analysis cannot be used to derive or verify the structure of such transcendental equations because the argument of the sine function must be dimensionless,and the function itself does not have a simple power-law form.
Therefore,the relation $y=A\sin(\omega t+kx)$ cannot be deduced using dimensional analysis.
188
DifficultMCQ
The time period of a body undergoing simple harmonic motion is given by $T=p^{a} D^{b} S^{c}$,where $p$ is the pressure,$D$ is density,and $S$ is surface tension. The values of $a, b,$ and $c$ respectively are
A
$1, \frac{1}{2}, \frac{3}{2}$
B
$\frac{3}{2}, -\frac{1}{2}, 1$
C
$1, -\frac{1}{2}, \frac{3}{2}$
D
$-\frac{3}{2}, \frac{1}{2}, 1$

Solution

(D) The dimensional formula for time period $T$ is $[M^0 L^0 T^1]$.
The dimensional formula for pressure $p$ is $[M^1 L^{-1} T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for density $D$ is $[M^1 L^{-3} T^0]$.
The dimensional formula for surface tension $S$ is $[M^1 L^0 T^{-2}]$.
Given the relation $T = p^a D^b S^c$,we equate the dimensions on both sides:
$[M^0 L^0 T^1] = [M^1 L^{-1} T^{-2}]^a [M^1 L^{-3} T^0]^b [M^1 L^0 T^{-2}]^c$
$[M^0 L^0 T^1] = [M^{a+b+c} L^{-a-3b} T^{-2a-2c}]$
Comparing the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$ on both sides:
$1$) $a + b + c = 0$
$2$) $-a - 3b = 0 \implies a = -3b$
$3$) $-2a - 2c = 1$
Substitute $a = -3b$ into equation $(1)$:
$-3b + b + c = 0 \implies c = 2b$
Substitute $a = -3b$ and $c = 2b$ into equation $(3)$:
$-2(-3b) - 2(2b) = 1$
$6b - 4b = 1 \implies 2b = 1 \implies b = \frac{1}{2}$
Now,find $a$ and $c$:
$a = -3b = -3(\frac{1}{2}) = -\frac{3}{2}$
$c = 2b = 2(\frac{1}{2}) = 1$
Thus,the values are $a = -\frac{3}{2}, b = \frac{1}{2}, c = 1$.
189
AdvancedMCQ
Assume that the drag force on a football depends only on the density of the air,the velocity of the ball,and the cross-sectional area of the ball. Balls of different sizes but the same density are dropped in an air column. The terminal velocity reached by balls of masses $250 \,g$ and $125 \,g$ are in the ratio:
A
$2^{1/6}$
B
$2^{1/3}$
C
$2^{1/2}$
D
$2^{2/3}$

Solution

(A) Given,drag force $F_d$ depends on air density $\sigma$,velocity of ball $v$,and cross-sectional area $A$.
$F_d \propto \sigma^a v^b A^c$
Using dimensional analysis: $[MLT^{-2}] = [ML^{-3}]^a [LT^{-1}]^b [L^2]^c$.
Equating exponents: $a=1$,$-3a+b+2c=1$,and $-b=-2 \Rightarrow b=2$.
Substituting $a=1, b=2$ into the second equation: $-3(1)+2+2c=1 \Rightarrow 2c=2 \Rightarrow c=1$.
Thus,$F_d = k \sigma v^2 A$.
At terminal velocity $v_T$,$mg = F_d = k \sigma v_T^2 A$.
Since $A = \pi R^2$ and $m = \frac{4}{3} \pi R^3 \rho_{ball}$,we have $R^2 \propto m^{2/3}$.
Substituting $A \propto m^{2/3}$ into the force equation: $mg \propto v_T^2 m^{2/3} \Rightarrow v_T^2 \propto m^{1/3} \Rightarrow v_T \propto m^{1/6}$.
Therefore,the ratio of terminal velocities is $\frac{v_1}{v_2} = \left(\frac{m_1}{m_2}\right)^{1/6} = \left(\frac{250}{125}\right)^{1/6} = 2^{1/6}$.
190
DifficultMCQ
$A$ massive black hole of mass $m$ and radius $R$ is spinning with angular velocity $\omega$. The power $P$ radiated by it as gravitational waves is given by $P=G c^{-5} m^{x} R^{y} \omega^{z}$,where $c$ and $G$ are the speed of light in free space and the universal gravitational constant,respectively. Then,
A
$x=-1, y=2, z=4$
B
$x=1, y=1, z=4$
C
$x=-1, y=4, z=4$
D
$x=2, y=4, z=6$

Solution

(D) Given the formula for power: $P = G c^{-5} m^{x} R^{y} \omega^{z} \quad \dots (i)$
The dimensions of the physical quantities are:
Power $P = [M L^{2} T^{-3}]$
Gravitational constant $G = [M^{-1} L^{3} T^{-2}]$
Speed of light $c = [L T^{-1}]$
Mass $m = [M]$
Radius $R = [L]$
Angular velocity $\omega = [T^{-1}]$
Substituting these dimensions into equation $(i)$:
$[M L^{2} T^{-3}] = [M^{-1} L^{3} T^{-2}] [L T^{-1}]^{-5} [M]^{x} [L]^{y} [T^{-1}]^{z}$
$[M L^{2} T^{-3}] = [M^{-1} L^{3} T^{-2}] [L^{-5} T^{5}] [M^{x}] [L^{y}] [T^{-z}]$
$[M L^{2} T^{-3}] = [M^{x-1}] [L^{3-5+y}] [T^{-2+5-z}]$
$[M L^{2} T^{-3}] = [M^{x-1}] [L^{y-2}] [T^{3-z}]$
Comparing the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$ on both sides:
For $M$: $x - 1 = 1 \Rightarrow x = 2$
For $L$: $y - 2 = 2 \Rightarrow y = 4$
For $T$: $3 - z = -3 \Rightarrow z = 6$
Thus,the values are $x=2, y=4, z=6$.
191
AdvancedMCQ
$A$ bomb explodes at time $t=0$ in a uniform,isotropic medium of density $\rho$ and releases energy $E$,generating a spherical blast wave. The radius $R$ of this blast wave varies with time $t$ as
A
$t$
B
$t^{2/5}$
C
$t^{1/4}$
D
$t^{3/2}$

Solution

(B) Dimensional analysis is the most efficient way to solve this problem. The radius $R$ depends on energy $E$,density $\rho$,and time $t$.
Let $R = k E^a \rho^b t^c$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant.
The dimensions are: $[R] = L$,$[E] = ML^2T^{-2}$,$[\rho] = ML^{-3}$,$[t] = T$.
Substituting these into the equation:
$L = (ML^2T^{-2})^a (ML^{-3})^b (T)^c$
$L^1 = M^{a+b} L^{2a-3b} T^{-2a+c}$
Equating the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$:
$a + b = 0 \Rightarrow b = -a$
$2a - 3b = 1 \Rightarrow 2a - 3(-a) = 1 \Rightarrow 5a = 1 \Rightarrow a = 1/5$
Thus,$b = -1/5$.
$-2a + c = 0 \Rightarrow c = 2a = 2(1/5) = 2/5$.
Therefore,$R \propto E^{1/5} \rho^{-1/5} t^{2/5}$,which implies $R \propto t^{2/5}$.
192
AdvancedMCQ
Using dimensional analysis,the resistivity in terms of fundamental constants $h, m_{e}, c, e, \varepsilon_{0}$ can be expressed as
A
$\frac{h}{\varepsilon_{0} m_{e} c e^{2}}$
B
$\frac{\varepsilon_{0} m_{e} c e^{2}}{h}$
C
$\frac{h^{2}}{m_{e} c e^{2}}$
D
$\frac{m_{e} \varepsilon_{0}}{c e^{2}}$

Solution

(C) Let the resistivity $\rho$ be expressed as $\rho = k \cdot h^a \cdot m_e^b \cdot c^c \cdot e^d \cdot \varepsilon_0^f$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant.
The dimensions of the physical quantities are:
$\rho = [M L^3 T^{-3} A^{-2}]$
$h = [M L^2 T^{-1}]$
$m_e = [M]$
$c = [L T^{-1}]$
$e = [A T]$
$\varepsilon_0 = [M^{-1} L^{-3} T^4 A^2]$
Substituting these into the equation:
$[M L^3 T^{-3} A^{-2}] = [M L^2 T^{-1}]^a [M]^b [L T^{-1}]^c [A T]^d [M^{-1} L^{-3} T^4 A^2]^f$
Equating the powers of $M, L, T, A$ on both sides:
$M: a + b - f = 1$
$L: 2a + c - 3f = 3$
$T: -a - c + d + 4f = -3$
$A: d + 2f = -2$
Solving this system of equations,we find $a=2, b=-1, c=-1, d=-2, f=0$.
Thus,$\rho = k \frac{h^2}{m_e c e^2}$.
193
DifficultMCQ
$A$ neutron star with magnetic moment of magnitude $m$ is spinning with angular velocity $\omega$ about its magnetic axis. The electromagnetic power $P$ radiated by it is given by $\mu_{0}^{x} m^{y} \omega^{z} c^{u}$,where $\mu_{0}$ and $c$ are the permeability and speed of light in free space,respectively. Then,
A
$x=1, y=2, z=4$ and $u=-3$
B
$x=1, y=2, z=4$ and $u=3$
C
$x=-1, y=2, z=4$ and $u=-3$
D
$x=-1, y=2, z=4$ and $u=3$

Solution

(A) Given,power radiated $P$ is $P = \mu_{0}^{x} m^{y} \omega^{z} c^{u}$.
Substituting the dimensions of the physical quantities:
$[P] = [ML^{2}T^{-3}]$
$[\mu_{0}] = [MLT^{-2}A^{-2}]$
$[m] = [L^{2}A]$
$[\omega] = [T^{-1}]$
$[c] = [LT^{-1}]$
Equating dimensions: $[ML^{2}T^{-3}] = [MLT^{-2}A^{-2}]^{x} [L^{2}A]^{y} [T^{-1}]^{z} [LT^{-1}]^{u}$.
Comparing powers of $M, L, T, A$:
$M: x = 1$
$A: -2x + y = 0 \implies y = 2x = 2$
$L: x + 2y + u = 2 \implies 1 + 2(2) + u = 2 \implies u = -3$
$T: -2x - z - u = -3 \implies -2(1) - z - (-3) = -3 \implies -2 - z + 3 = -3 \implies z = 4$.
Thus,$x=1, y=2, z=4, u=-3$.
194
DifficultMCQ
The dimensions of the area $A$ of a black hole can be written in terms of the universal gravitational constant $G$,its mass $M$ and the speed of light $c$ as $A=G^\alpha M^\beta c^\gamma$. Here,
A
$\alpha=-2, \beta=-2$ and $\gamma=4$
B
$\alpha=2, \beta=2$ and $\gamma=-4$
C
$\alpha=3, \beta=3$ and $\gamma=-2$
D
$\alpha=-3, \beta=-3$ and $\gamma=2$

Solution

(B) Given,$A = G^\alpha M^\beta c^\gamma$.
The dimensions of the quantities are:
$[A] = [L]^2$
$[G] = [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]$
$[M] = [M]$
$[c] = [L T^{-1}]$
Substituting these into the equation:
$[L]^2 = [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]^\alpha [M]^\beta [L T^{-1}]^\gamma$
$[L]^2 = M^{-\alpha + \beta} L^{3\alpha + \gamma} T^{-2\alpha - \gamma}$
Comparing the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$ on both sides:
For $M: -\alpha + \beta = 0 \implies \beta = \alpha \quad (i)$
For $L: 3\alpha + \gamma = 2 \quad (ii)$
For $T: -2\alpha - \gamma = 0 \implies \gamma = -2\alpha \quad (iii)$
Substituting $(iii)$ into $(ii)$:
$3\alpha - 2\alpha = 2 \implies \alpha = 2$
Since $\beta = \alpha$,$\beta = 2$.
Since $\gamma = -2\alpha$,$\gamma = -2(2) = -4$.
Thus,$\alpha = 2, \beta = 2$ and $\gamma = -4$.
195
DifficultMCQ
The dimensions of Stefan-Boltzmann's constant $\sigma$ can be written in terms of Planck's constant $h$,Boltzmann's constant $k_B$ and the speed of light $c$ as $\sigma=h^\alpha k_B^\beta c^\gamma$. Here,
A
$\alpha=3, \beta=4$ and $\gamma=-3$
B
$\alpha=3, \beta=-4$ and $\gamma=2$
C
$\alpha=-3, \beta=4$ and $\gamma=-2$
D
$\alpha=2, \beta=-3$ and $\gamma=-1$

Solution

(C) The Stefan-Boltzmann constant $\sigma$ has dimensions $[M T^{-3} K^{-4}]$.
The dimensions of the constants are:
$h = [M L^2 T^{-1}]$
$k_B = [M L^2 T^{-2} K^{-1}]$
$c = [L T^{-1}]$
Given $\sigma = h^\alpha k_B^\beta c^\gamma$,we equate the dimensions:
$[M T^{-3} K^{-4}] = [M L^2 T^{-1}]^\alpha [M L^2 T^{-2} K^{-1}]^\beta [L T^{-1}]^\gamma$
$[M T^{-3} K^{-4}] = [M^{\alpha+\beta} L^{2\alpha+2\beta+\gamma} T^{-\alpha-2\beta-\gamma} K^{-\beta}]$
Comparing the exponents of $M, L, T,$ and $K$:
$1$) $M: \alpha + \beta = 0$ (Wait,$\sigma$ is energy per unit area per unit time per unit temperature to the fourth power,so $[M T^{-3} K^{-4}]$ is correct. The mass dimension is $1$,so $\alpha + \beta = 1$)
$2$) $K: -\beta = -4 \implies \beta = 4$
$3$) $M: \alpha + \beta = 1 \implies \alpha + 4 = 1 \implies \alpha = -3$
$4$) $T: -\alpha - 2\beta - \gamma = -3 \implies -(-3) - 2(4) - \gamma = -3 \implies 3 - 8 - \gamma = -3 \implies -5 - \gamma = -3 \implies \gamma = -2$
Thus,$\alpha = -3, \beta = 4, \gamma = -2$.
196
DifficultMCQ
Young-Laplace law states that the excess pressure inside a soap bubble of radius $R$ is given by $\Delta P = 4 \sigma / R$,where $\sigma$ is the coefficient of surface tension of the soap. The $EOTVOS$ number $E_0$ is a dimensionless number that is used to describe the shape of bubbles rising through a surrounding fluid. It is a combination of $g$ (acceleration due to gravity),$\rho$ (density of the surrounding fluid),$\sigma$ (surface tension),and a characteristic length scale $L$ (radius of the bubble). $A$ possible expression for $E_0$ is:
A
$\frac{\rho g}{\sigma L^3}$
B
$\frac{\rho L^2}{\sigma g}$
C
$\frac{\rho g L^2}{\sigma}$
D
$\frac{g L^2}{\sigma \rho}$

Solution

(C) The $EOTVOS$ number $E_0$ is dimensionless. We check the dimensions of the given options to identify the correct expression.
For option $(c)$,the expression is $\frac{\rho g L^2}{\sigma}$.
The dimensions are:
$[\rho] = [M L^{-3}]$
$[g] = [L T^{-2}]$
$[L^2] = [L^2]$
$[\sigma] = [M T^{-2}]$
Substituting these into the expression:
$\left[ \frac{\rho g L^2}{\sigma} \right] = \frac{[M L^{-3}] \cdot [L T^{-2}] \cdot [L^2]}{[M T^{-2}]}$
$= \frac{[M L^0 T^{-2}]}{[M T^{-2}]}$
$= [M^0 L^0 T^0]$
Since the dimensions cancel out,the expression is dimensionless.
197
AdvancedMCQ
$A$ liquid drop placed on a horizontal plane has a near spherical shape (slightly flattened due to gravity). Let $R$ be the radius of its largest horizontal section. $A$ small disturbance causes the drop to vibrate with frequency $v$ about its equilibrium shape. By dimensional analysis,the ratio $\frac{v}{\sqrt{\sigma / \rho R^3}}$ can be (Here,$\sigma$ is surface tension,$\rho$ is density,$g$ is acceleration due to gravity and $k$ is an arbitrary dimensionless constant)
A
$k \rho g R^2 / \sigma$
B
$k \rho R^3 / g \sigma$
C
$k \rho R^2 / g \sigma$
D
$k \rho / g \sigma$

Solution

(A) The frequency of vibration $v$ of a liquid drop is governed by surface tension $\sigma$,density $\rho$,and radius $R$. The given ratio is $\frac{v}{\sqrt{\sigma / \rho R^3}}$.
Dimensions of frequency $v = [T^{-1}]$.
Dimensions of surface tension $\sigma = [MT^{-2}]$.
Dimensions of density $\rho = [ML^{-3}]$.
Dimensions of radius $R = [L]$.
Let the ratio be $X = \frac{v}{\sqrt{\sigma / \rho R^3}}$.
Dimensions of $\sqrt{\frac{\sigma}{\rho R^3}} = \sqrt{\frac{MT^{-2}}{ML^{-3} \cdot L^3}} = \sqrt{\frac{MT^{-2}}{M}} = [T^{-1}]$.
Thus,the ratio $\frac{v}{\sqrt{\sigma / \rho R^3}}$ is dimensionless.
We check the dimensions of option $(A)$:
$\frac{k \rho g R^2}{\sigma} = \frac{[ML^{-3}] \cdot [LT^{-2}] \cdot [L^2]}{[MT^{-2}]} = \frac{[ML^0T^{-2}]}{[MT^{-2}]} = [M^0L^0T^0]$.
Since this expression is dimensionless,it is consistent with the dimensional analysis of the given ratio.
198
DifficultMCQ
The potential energy of a point particle is given by the expression $V(x) = -\alpha x + \beta \sin(x / \gamma)$. $A$ dimensionless combination of the constants $\alpha, \beta$ and $\gamma$ is
A
$\frac{\alpha}{\beta \gamma}$
B
$\frac{\alpha^2}{\beta \gamma}$
C
$\frac{\gamma}{\alpha \beta}$
D
$\frac{\alpha \gamma}{\beta}$

Solution

(D) The potential energy of the particle is given by $V(x) = -\alpha x + \beta \sin(x / \gamma)$.
For the equation to be dimensionally consistent,the dimensions of each term must be the same as the dimensions of potential energy $[V] = [ML^2T^{-2}]$.
$1$. For the term $\alpha x$: $[\alpha][x] = [V] \implies [\alpha][L] = [ML^2T^{-2}] \implies [\alpha] = [MLT^{-2}]$.
$2$. For the term $\beta \sin(x / \gamma)$: The argument of the sine function must be dimensionless,so $[x / \gamma] = [M^0L^0T^0] \implies [L] / [\gamma] = 1 \implies [\gamma] = [L]$.
$3$. Also,$[\beta] = [V] = [ML^2T^{-2}]$.
Now,check the dimensions of the given options:
For option $(d)$: $\frac{[\alpha][\gamma]}{[\beta]} = \frac{[MLT^{-2}][L]}{[ML^2T^{-2}]} = \frac{[ML^2T^{-2}]}{[ML^2T^{-2}]} = [M^0L^0T^0]$.
Since this combination is dimensionless,the correct option is $(d)$.
199
DifficultMCQ
The quantum Hall resistance $R_H$ is a fundamental constant with dimensions of resistance. If $h$ is Planck's constant and $e$ is the electron charge,then the dimension of $R_H$ is the same as
A
$\frac{e^2}{h}$
B
$\frac{h}{e^2}$
C
$\frac{h^2}{e}$
D
$\frac{e}{h^2}$

Solution

(B) The dimension of resistance $R$ is given by $[R] = [ML^2T^{-3}A^{-2}]$.
Planck's constant $h$ has dimensions $[h] = [ML^2T^{-1}]$.
Electric charge $e$ has dimensions $[e] = [AT]$.
Let the dimension of $R_H$ be proportional to $h^a e^b$.
$[ML^2T^{-3}A^{-2}] = [ML^2T^{-1}]^a [AT]^b = [M^a L^{2a} T^{-a+b} A^b]$.
Comparing the powers of $M, L, T,$ and $A$ on both sides:
For $M$: $a = 1$.
For $A$: $b = -2$.
Substituting these values,we get the dimension of $R_H$ as $[h^1 e^{-2}] = [h/e^2]$.
Thus,the dimension of $R_H$ is the same as $\frac{h}{e^2}$.
200
DifficultMCQ
Stokes' law states that the viscous drag force $F$ experienced by a sphere of radius $a$,moving with a speed $v$ through a fluid with coefficient of viscosity $\eta$,is given by $F=6 \pi \eta a v$. If this fluid is flowing through a cylindrical pipe of radius $r$,length $l$ and pressure difference of $p$ across its two ends,then the volume of water $V$ which flows through the pipe in time $t$ can be written as $\frac{V}{t}=k\left(\frac{p}{l}\right)^a \eta^b r^c$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant. Correct values of $a, b$ and $c$ are
A
$a=1, b=-1, c=4$
B
$a=-1, b=1, c=4$
C
$a=2, b=-1, c=3$
D
$a=1, b=-2, c=-4$

Solution

(A) The given equation is $\frac{V}{t} = k \left( \frac{p}{l} \right)^a \eta^b r^c$.
The dimensions of the quantities are:
$[V/t] = [L^3 T^{-1}]$
$[p/l] = [M L^{-1} T^{-2} / L] = [M L^{-2} T^{-2}]$
$[\eta] = [M L^{-1} T^{-1}]$
$[r] = [L]$
Substituting these into the equation:
$[L^3 T^{-1}] = [M L^{-2} T^{-2}]^a [M L^{-1} T^{-1}]^b [L]^c$
$[L^3 T^{-1}] = M^{a+b} L^{-2a-b+c} T^{-2a-b}$
Equating the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$ on both sides:
For $M$: $a + b = 0 \Rightarrow b = -a$
For $T$: $-2a - b = -1$
Substituting $b = -a$ into the $T$ equation: $-2a - (-a) = -1 \Rightarrow -a = -1 \Rightarrow a = 1$.
Since $b = -a$,we get $b = -1$.
For $L$: $-2a - b + c = 3$
Substituting $a = 1$ and $b = -1$: $-2(1) - (-1) + c = 3 \Rightarrow -2 + 1 + c = 3 \Rightarrow -1 + c = 3 \Rightarrow c = 4$.
Thus,the values are $a=1, b=-1, c=4$.

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