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251
MediumMCQ
In a certain system of units,one unit of mass is $50 \ g$,one unit of length is $10 \ cm$,and one unit of time is $5 \ s$. Then,in this system,$1$ unit of pressure equals to :-
A
$50 \ \text{Pascal}$
B
$1/50 \ \text{Pascal}$
C
$100 \ \text{Pascal}$
D
$1/100 \ \text{Pascal}$

Solution

(B) The dimensional formula for pressure is $[M^1 L^{-1} T^{-2}]$.
Given: $M_1 = 50 \ g = 0.05 \ kg$,$L_1 = 10 \ cm = 0.1 \ m$,$T_1 = 5 \ s$.
In $SI$ units: $M_2 = 1 \ kg$,$L_2 = 1 \ m$,$T_2 = 1 \ s$.
The conversion formula is $n_2 = n_1 [M_1/M_2]^1 [L_1/L_2]^{-1} [T_1/T_2]^{-2}$.
Substituting the values: $n_2 = 1 \times [0.05/1]^1 \times [0.1/1]^{-1} \times [5/1]^{-2}$.
$n_2 = 0.05 \times (1/0.1) \times (1/25)$.
$n_2 = 0.05 \times 10 \times 0.04 = 0.5 / 25 = 1/50 \ \text{Pascal}$.
252
MediumMCQ
The equation of a stationary wave is $y = 2A \sin \left(\frac{2 \pi ct}{\lambda}\right) \cos \left(\frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda}\right)$. Which of the following statements is wrong?
A
The unit of $ct$ is same as that of $\lambda$
B
The unit of $x$ is same as that of $\lambda$
C
The unit of $\left(\frac{2 \pi c}{\lambda}\right)$ is same as that of $\left(\frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda t}\right)$
D
The unit of $\frac{c}{\lambda}$ is same as that of $\frac{x}{\lambda}$

Solution

(D) In the argument of the trigonometric functions,the dimensions must be dimensionless.
For $\sin \left(\frac{2 \pi ct}{\lambda}\right)$,the term $\frac{ct}{\lambda}$ must be dimensionless,meaning $[ct] = [\lambda]$. Thus,the unit of $ct$ is the same as $\lambda$.
For $\cos \left(\frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda}\right)$,the term $\frac{x}{\lambda}$ must be dimensionless,meaning $[x] = [\lambda]$. Thus,the unit of $x$ is the same as $\lambda$.
Now,let us check the dimensions of the terms in option $C$:
$\left[\frac{2 \pi c}{\lambda}\right] = \frac{[L T^{-1}]}{[L]} = [T^{-1}]$
$\left[\frac{2 \pi x}{\lambda t}\right] = \frac{[L]}{[L][T]} = [T^{-1}]$
Since both have dimensions of $[T^{-1}]$,option $C$ is correct.
Now,let us check option $D$:
$\left[\frac{c}{\lambda}\right] = [T^{-1}]$
$\left[\frac{x}{\lambda}\right] = [M^0 L^0 T^0] = 1$ (dimensionless).
Since $[T^{-1}] \neq 1$,the statement in option $D$ is wrong.
253
MediumMCQ
Which of the following relations can be derived by the method of dimensional analysis?
A
$Q = Q_0 e^{-\frac{t}{RC}}$
B
$y = A \cos \frac{2\pi}{\lambda}(ct - x)$
C
$K = \frac{1}{2}mv^2 + \frac{1}{2}I\omega^2$
D
$L = mvr$

Solution

(D) Dimensional analysis is a powerful tool for checking the consistency of equations,but it has limitations.
$1$. It cannot derive expressions involving exponential,logarithmic,or trigonometric functions because these functions are dimensionless.
$2$. It cannot derive equations containing additive or subtractive constants.
$3$. Option $A$ involves an exponential function.
$4$. Option $B$ involves a trigonometric function.
$5$. Option $C$ involves a sum of two terms.
$6$. Option $D$,$L = mvr$,is a product of physical quantities and can be verified or derived using dimensional analysis as it relates to the definition of angular momentum.
254
MediumMCQ
$A$ force $F$ acting on an object is given by $F = a \sqrt{x} - bt$,where $x$ is the distance in meters and $t$ is the time in seconds. The units of $a$ and $b$ are respectively:
A
$kg\ m^{1/2}\ s^{-2}; kg\ m\ s^{-3}$
B
$kg\ m^{\sqrt{3}}\ s^{-2}; kg\ m\ s^{-1}$
C
$kg\ s^{-2}; kg\ m$
D
none of the above

Solution

(A) According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,the dimensions of each term in an equation must be the same.
Given the force equation: $F = a \sqrt{x} - bt$.
The dimensions of force $F$ are $[M^1 L^1 T^{-2}]$.
For the first term: $[F] = [a \sqrt{x}]$
$[M^1 L^1 T^{-2}] = [a] [L^{1/2}]$
$[a] = [M^1 L^{1/2} T^{-2}]$
Substituting the $SI$ units for mass $(kg)$,length $(m)$,and time $(s)$: Unit of $a = kg\ m^{1/2}\ s^{-2}$.
For the second term: $[F] = [bt]$
$[M^1 L^1 T^{-2}] = [b] [T^1]$
$[b] = [M^1 L^1 T^{-3}]$
Substituting the $SI$ units: Unit of $b = kg\ m\ s^{-3}$.
Thus,the units of $a$ and $b$ are $kg\ m^{1/2}\ s^{-2}$ and $kg\ m\ s^{-3}$ respectively.
255
EasyMCQ
Assertion $(A) :$ Physical relations involving addition and subtraction cannot be derived by dimensional analysis.
Reason $(R) :$ Numerical constants cannot be deduced by the method of dimensions.
A
Both Assertion $\&$ Reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion
B
Both Assertion $\&$ Reason are true and the reason is not correct explanation of the assertion
C
Assertion is true statement but Reason is false
D
Both Assertion and Reason are false statements

Solution

(B) Dimensional analysis is a powerful tool for checking the consistency of equations,but it has significant limitations.
$1$. It cannot derive formulas containing additive or subtractive terms (e.g.,$s = ut + \frac{1}{2}at^2$) because dimensional analysis only deals with products and quotients of physical quantities.
$2$. It cannot determine dimensionless constants (like $1, 2, \pi, e$,etc.) because these constants have no dimensions and thus do not appear in the dimensional formula.
Both statements are true. The reason explains why dimensional analysis is limited,but the inability to derive additive relations is a specific consequence of the method's structure,not directly caused by the inability to find constants. Therefore,the reason is a true statement but not the direct explanation for the assertion.
256
EasyMCQ
Assertion $(A) :$ To check the dimensional correctness of an equation,we use the principle of homogeneity of dimensions.
Reason $(R) :$ If the dimensions of all terms in the equation are not the same,then the equation is wrong.
A
Both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion
B
Both assertion and reason are true and reason is not the correct explanation of assertion
C
Assertion is true and reason is false
D
Assertion is false and reason is true

Solution

(A) The principle of homogeneity of dimensions states that a physical equation is dimensionally correct only if the dimensions of all the terms on both sides of the equation are the same.
This principle is the fundamental basis for checking the dimensional consistency of any physical equation.
If the dimensions of the terms are not identical,the equation cannot be physically correct,as we cannot add or subtract physical quantities with different dimensions.
Therefore,the assertion is true,and the reason correctly explains why we use the principle of homogeneity to verify equations.
257
MediumMCQ
In a new system of units,the unit of mass is $a \ kg$,and the units of length and time are $b \ m$ and $c \ s$,respectively. What is the magnitude of $6 \ W$ of power in this system?
A
$\frac{6 c^3}{a b^2}$
B
$\frac{b^2 c}{6 a^3}$
C
$\frac{6 a b^2}{c^3}$
D
$6 \frac{b^2}{c a^3}$

Solution

(A) The dimensional formula for power is $[P] = [M L^2 T^{-3}]$.
Let the new units be $M' = a \ kg$,$L' = b \ m$,and $T' = c \ s$.
Therefore,$1 \ kg = \frac{1}{a} M'$,$1 \ m = \frac{1}{b} L'$,and $1 \ s = \frac{1}{c} T'$.
Given power $P = 6 \ W = 6 \ kg \cdot m^2 \cdot s^{-3}$.
Substituting the new units into the expression for power:
$P = 6 \times (\frac{1}{a} M') \times (\frac{1}{b} L')^2 \times (\frac{1}{c} T')^{-3}$
$P = 6 \times \frac{1}{a} \times \frac{1}{b^2} \times c^3 \times (M' L'^2 T'^{-3})$
$P = \frac{6 c^3}{a b^2}$ new units.
Thus,the magnitude of $6 \ W$ in the new system is $\frac{6 c^3}{a b^2}$.
258
DifficultMCQ
If momentum $(P)$,area $(A)$,and time $(T)$ are taken to be fundamental quantities,then energy has the dimensional formula of:
A
$P^0 A^2 T^1$
B
$P^1 A^{1/2} T^{-1}$
C
$P^1 A^1 T^2$
D
$P^{-1} A^1 T^{-2}$

Solution

(B) Let energy $E$ be expressed as $E = k P^x A^y T^z$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant.
Dimensional formula of energy $[E] = [M^1 L^2 T^{-2}]$.
Dimensional formula of momentum $[P] = [M^1 L^1 T^{-1}]$.
Dimensional formula of area $[A] = [L^2]$.
Dimensional formula of time $[T] = [T^1]$.
Substituting these into the equation:
$[M^1 L^2 T^{-2}] = [M^1 L^1 T^{-1}]^x [L^2]^y [T^1]^z$
$[M^1 L^2 T^{-2}] = [M^x L^{x+2y} T^{-x+z}]$
Comparing the powers of $M$,$L$,and $T$ on both sides:
For $M$: $x = 1$
For $L$: $x + 2y = 2$
For $T$: $-x + z = -2$
Substituting $x = 1$ into the $L$ equation: $1 + 2y = 2 \implies 2y = 1 \implies y = 1/2$.
Substituting $x = 1$ into the $T$ equation: $-1 + z = -2 \implies z = -1$.
Thus,the dimensional formula for energy is $[P^1 A^{1/2} T^{-1}]$.
259
DifficultMCQ
Write the dimensions of $a / b$ in the relation $P = \frac{a - t^2}{bx}$; where $P$ is the pressure,$x$ is the distance,and $t$ is the time.
A
$ML^0 T^{-2}$
B
$M^{-1} L^0 T^{-2}$
C
$ML^0 T^2$
D
$MLT^{-2}$

Solution

(A) Given the relation $P = \frac{a - t^2}{bx}$.
According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,the dimensions of $a$ must be equal to the dimensions of $t^2$.
Therefore,$[a] = [T^2]$.
Now,the dimensions of the entire expression $\frac{a - t^2}{bx}$ must be equal to the dimensions of pressure $P$.
$[P] = [ML^{-1} T^{-2}]$.
So,$[P] = \frac{[a]}{[b][x]} \implies [ML^{-1} T^{-2}] = \frac{[T^2]}{[b][L]}$.
Rearranging for $[b]$,we get $[b] = \frac{[T^2]}{[ML^{-1} T^{-2}][L]} = \frac{[T^2]}{[MT^{-2}]} = [M^{-1} T^4]$.
Finally,the dimensions of $\frac{a}{b}$ are $\frac{[T^2]}{[M^{-1} T^4]} = [M^1 L^0 T^{-2}]$.
260
DifficultMCQ
Which one of the following combinations of constants has the dimensions of time? $[G=$ gravitational constant,$h=$ Planck's constant,$c=$ velocity of light$]$
A
$\left[\frac{G h}{c^{5}}\right]^{\frac{1}{2}}$
B
$\left[\frac{G h}{c}\right]^{\frac{1}{2}}$
C
$\left[\frac{G h}{c^{4}}\right]^{\frac{1}{2}}$
D
$\left[\frac{G h}{c^{3}}\right]^{\frac{1}{2}}$

Solution

(A) The dimensions of the given constants are:
$G = [M^{-1} L^{3} T^{-2}]$
$h = [M L^{2} T^{-1}]$
$c = [L T^{-1}]$
Let the expression be $T = G^{a} h^{b} c^{d}$.
Substituting the dimensions:
$[T^{1}] = [M^{-1} L^{3} T^{-2}]^{a} [M L^{2} T^{-1}]^{b} [L T^{-1}]^{d}$
$[M^{0} L^{0} T^{1}] = [M^{-a+b} L^{3a+2b+d} T^{-2a-b-d}]$
Comparing the powers on both sides:
For $M$: $-a + b = 0 \implies a = b$
For $L$: $3a + 2b + d = 0 \implies 3a + 2a + d = 0 \implies d = -5a$
For $T$: $-2a - b - d = 1 \implies -2a - a - (-5a) = 1 \implies 2a = 1 \implies a = 1/2$
Thus,$a = 1/2, b = 1/2, d = -5/2$.
The expression is $G^{1/2} h^{1/2} c^{-5/2} = \left[\frac{G h}{c^{5}}\right]^{\frac{1}{2}}$.
261
MediumMCQ
If $E$,$M$,$L$,and $G$ denote energy,mass,angular momentum,and the universal gravitational constant respectively,then the quantity $\left(\frac{EL^{2}}{G^{2} M^{5}}\right)$ has the dimensions of:
A
angle
B
acceleration
C
velocity
D
time

Solution

(A) The dimensions of the given physical quantities are:
$[E] = [M L^{2} T^{-2}]$
$[M] = [M]$
$[L] = [M L^{2} T^{-1}]$
$[G] = [M^{-1} L^{3} T^{-2}]$
Now,substitute these into the expression $\left(\frac{E L^{2}}{G^{2} M^{5}}\right)$:
Dimensions $= \frac{[M L^{2} T^{-2}] \cdot [M L^{2} T^{-1}]^{2}}{[M^{-1} L^{3} T^{-2}]^{2} \cdot [M]^{5}}$
$= \frac{[M L^{2} T^{-2}] \cdot [M^{2} L^{4} T^{-2}]}{[M^{-2} L^{6} T^{-4}] \cdot [M^{5}]}$
$= \frac{[M^{3} L^{6} T^{-4}]}{[M^{3} L^{6} T^{-4}]}$
$= [M^{0} L^{0} T^{0}]$
Since the resulting dimension is dimensionless,it corresponds to the dimensions of an angle (which is a dimensionless quantity).
262
EasyMCQ
The refractive index of the medium is $\mu = A + \frac{B}{\lambda^{2}}$,where $A$ and $B$ are constants and $\lambda$ is the wavelength of light. The dimensions of $B$ are the same as that of
A
Velocity.
B
Area.
C
Wavelength.
D
Volume.

Solution

(B) The refractive index $\mu$ is a dimensionless quantity,so its dimension is $[M^0 L^0 T^0]$.
According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,the dimensions of each term in an equation must be the same.
Therefore,the dimensions of $\frac{B}{\lambda^2}$ must be equal to the dimensions of $\mu$ (which is dimensionless).
$\left[ \frac{B}{\lambda^2} \right] = [M^0 L^0 T^0]$
$[B] = [\lambda^2] \times [M^0 L^0 T^0]$
Since $\lambda$ is wavelength,its dimension is $[L]$.
$[B] = [L^2]$
The dimension $[L^2]$ corresponds to the dimension of area.
263
EasyMCQ
Let force $F = A \sin(Ct) + B \cos(Dx)$,where $x$ and $t$ are displacement and time respectively. The dimensions of $\frac{C}{D}$ are the same as the dimensions of
A
angular velocity
B
angular momentum
C
velocity gradient
D
velocity

Solution

(D) The argument of a trigonometric function must be dimensionless.
Given $F = A \sin(Ct) + B \cos(Dx)$.
For the term $\sin(Ct)$,the argument $Ct$ must be dimensionless.
$[Ct] = [M^0 L^0 T^0] \implies [C][T] = [T^0] \implies [C] = [T^{-1}]$.
For the term $\cos(Dx)$,the argument $Dx$ must be dimensionless.
$[Dx] = [M^0 L^0 T^0] \implies [D][L] = [L^0] \implies [D] = [L^{-1}]$.
Now,the dimensions of $\frac{C}{D}$ are:
$\left[ \frac{C}{D} \right] = \frac{[T^{-1}]}{[L^{-1}]} = [L T^{-1}]$.
These are the dimensions of velocity.
Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
264
EasyMCQ
In the equation,pressure $P = \frac{c - t^{2}}{DS}$,where $S$ and $t$ represent the distance and time respectively. The dimensions of $\left(\frac{D}{c}\right)$ are
A
$[L^{0} M^{-1} T^{2}]$
B
$[L^{0} M^{1} T^{1}]$
C
$[L^{1} M^{-1} T^{-2}]$
D
$[L^{1} M^{1} T^{2}]$

Solution

(A) Given the equation $P = \frac{c - t^{2}}{DS}$.
According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,the dimensions of $c$ must be equal to the dimensions of $t^{2}$.
Therefore,$[c] = [t^{2}] = [T^{2}]$.
Now,the dimension of pressure $P$ is $[P] = [M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$.
Given $S$ is distance,so $[S] = [L]$.
Substituting these into the equation $P = \frac{c}{DS} - \frac{t^{2}}{DS}$,we consider the term $\frac{c}{DS}$:
$[P] = \frac{[c]}{[D][S]} \Rightarrow [M L^{-1} T^{-2}] = \frac{[T^{2}]}{[D][L]}$.
Solving for $[D]$:
$[D] = \frac{[T^{2}]}{[M L^{-1} T^{-2}][L]} = \frac{[T^{2}]}{[M T^{-2}]} = [M^{-1} T^{4}]$.
We need to find the dimensions of $\left(\frac{D}{c}\right)$:
$\left[\frac{D}{c}\right] = \frac{[M^{-1} T^{4}]}{[T^{2}]} = [M^{-1} T^{2}] = [L^{0} M^{-1} T^{2}]$.
265
EasyMCQ
In the expression $A=B+\frac{C}{D+E}$,the dimensions of physical quantities $B$ and $C$ are $[L^{1} M^{0} T^{-1}]$ and $[L^{1} M^{0} T^{0}]$ respectively. The dimensions of quantities $A, D$ and $E$ are
A
$[A]=[L^{1} M^{0} T^{-1}], [D]=[T^{1}], [E]=[T^{1}]$
B
$[A]=[L^{0} M^{0} T^{-1}], [D]=[T^{1}], [E]=[L^{1} T^{1}]$
C
$[A]=[L^{1} M^{1} T^{0}], [D]=[T^{2}], [E]=[L^{1} T^{2}]$
D
$[A]=[L^{1} M^{0} T^{-1}], [D]=[M^{1} T^{1}], [E]=[M^{1} T^{1}]$

Solution

(A) According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,only quantities with the same dimensions can be added or subtracted.
In the expression $A = B + \frac{C}{D+E}$,since $B$ is added to the term $\frac{C}{D+E}$,the dimensions of $A$ must be equal to the dimensions of $B$.
Given $[B] = [L^{1} M^{0} T^{-1}]$,therefore $[A] = [L^{1} M^{0} T^{-1}]$.
Also,in the denominator $(D+E)$,$D$ and $E$ must have the same dimensions,so $[D] = [E]$.
The dimension of the entire term $\frac{C}{D+E}$ must be equal to the dimension of $B$.
$[B] = \frac{[C]}{[D+E]} \implies [D+E] = \frac{[C]}{[B]}$.
Substituting the given dimensions: $[D+E] = \frac{[L^{1} M^{0} T^{0}]}{[L^{1} M^{0} T^{-1}]} = [T^{1}]$.
Since $[D] = [E]$,we have $[D] = [T^{1}]$ and $[E] = [T^{1}]$.
266
DifficultMCQ
The force $F$ acting on a body of density $d$ is related by the equation $F=\frac{y}{\sqrt{d}}$. The dimensions of $y$ are:
A
$[L^{-\frac{1}{2}} M^{\frac{3}{2}} T^{-2}]$
B
$[L^{-1} M^{\frac{1}{2}} T^{-2}]$
C
$[L^{-1} M^{\frac{3}{2}} T^{-2}]$
D
$[L^{-\frac{1}{2}} M^{\frac{1}{2}} T^{-2}]$

Solution

(A) The dimension of force is $[F] = [M L T^{-2}]$.
The dimension of density is $[d] = [M L^{-3} T^0]$.
From the given relation,$F = \frac{y}{\sqrt{d}}$,we can write $y = F \sqrt{d}$.
Substituting the dimensions of $F$ and $d$:
$[y] = [M L T^{-2}] \times [M L^{-3}]^{1/2}$
$[y] = [M L T^{-2}] \times [M^{1/2} L^{-3/2}]$
$[y] = [M^{1 + 1/2} L^{1 - 3/2} T^{-2}]$
$[y] = [M^{3/2} L^{-1/2} T^{-2}]$.
267
EasyMCQ
The dimensional formula of $\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0}$ is . . . . . . .
A
$M^{0} L^{-2} T^{2}$
B
$M^{0} L^{2} T^{-2}$
C
$M^{0} L^{1} T^{-1}$
D
$M^{0} L^{-1} T^{1}$

Solution

(A) The speed of light in vacuum is given by the relation $c = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0}}}$.
Squaring both sides,we get $c^{2} = \frac{1}{\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0}}$.
Therefore,$\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0} = \frac{1}{c^{2}}$.
The dimensional formula for the speed of light $c$ is $[M^{0} L^{1} T^{-1}]$.
Substituting this into the expression,we get $\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0} = \frac{1}{(M^{0} L^{1} T^{-1})^{2}}$.
$\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0} = \frac{1}{M^{0} L^{2} T^{-2}} = M^{0} L^{-2} T^{2}$.
268
EasyMCQ
The dimensional formula of $\frac{1}{\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0}}$ is . . . . . . .
A
$M^{0} L^{1} T^{-1}$
B
$M^{0} L^{2} T^{-2}$
C
$M^{0} L^{1} T^{-2}$
D
$M^{0} L^{-2} T^{2}$

Solution

(B) The speed of light in vacuum is given by the relation $c = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0}}}$.
Squaring both sides,we get $c^{2} = \frac{1}{\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0}}$.
Since $c$ represents velocity,its dimensional formula is $[M^{0} L^{1} T^{-1}]$.
Therefore,the dimensional formula of $\frac{1}{\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0}}$ is the square of the dimensional formula of velocity:
$\frac{1}{\mu_{0} \varepsilon_{0}} = [M^{0} L^{1} T^{-1}]^{2} = M^{0} L^{2} T^{-2}$.
Thus,the correct option is $B$.
269
MediumMCQ
The ratio of the dimensions of Planck's constant and that of moment of inertia has the dimensions of
A
time
B
frequency
C
angular momentum
D
velocity

Solution

(B) The dimensions of Planck's constant $(h)$ are $[M L^{2} T^{-1}]$.
The dimensions of moment of inertia $(I)$ are $[M L^{2}]$.
The ratio of the dimensions of Planck's constant to the moment of inertia is given by $\frac{[h]}{[I]} = \frac{[M L^{2} T^{-1}]}{[M L^{2}]} = [T^{-1}]$.
The dimension of frequency is $[T^{-1}]$.
The dimension of velocity is $[L T^{-1}]$.
The dimension of angular momentum is $[M L^{2} T^{-1}]$.
The dimension of time is $[T]$.
Therefore,the ratio of the dimensions of Planck's constant and the moment of inertia has the dimensions of frequency.
270
MediumMCQ
Which of the following expressions can be deduced on the basis of dimensional analysis? (All symbols have their usual meanings)
A
$x=A \cos (\omega t)$
B
$N=N_0 e^{-\lambda t}$
C
$F=6 \pi \eta r \nu$
D
None of these

Solution

(C) Dimensional analysis is a powerful tool for checking the consistency of physical equations,but it has limitations. It cannot determine dimensionless constants (like $6 \pi$) or the presence of transcendental functions (like trigonometric,exponential,or logarithmic functions) because their arguments must be dimensionless.
$1$. $x=A \cos (\omega t)$: While dimensionally consistent,the presence of the trigonometric function $\cos$ cannot be derived using dimensional analysis.
$2$. $N=N_0 e^{-\lambda t}$: While dimensionally consistent,the exponential form cannot be derived using dimensional analysis.
$3$. $F=6 \pi \eta r \nu$ (Stokes' Law): The dimensions of the right-hand side are $[M L^{-1} T^{-1}] \cdot [L] \cdot [L T^{-1}] = [M L T^{-2}]$,which is the dimension of force. Dimensional analysis can relate $F$ to $\eta$,$r$,and $\nu$ as $F \propto \eta^a r^b \nu^c$. By comparing dimensions,we can find $a=1, b=1, c=1$,leading to $F \propto \eta r \nu$. Thus,the functional dependence can be deduced.
Therefore,option $C$ is the correct choice.
271
EasyMCQ
If $P, Q$ and $R$ are physical quantities having different dimensions,which of the following combinations can never be a meaningful quantity?
A
$PQ/R$
B
$(P-Q)/R$
C
$(PR-Q^2)/R$
D
$PQ-R$

Solution

(B) According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,only physical quantities with the same dimensions can be added or subtracted.
$(A)$ $PQ/R$: Multiplication and division of physical quantities with different dimensions are allowed.
$(B)$ $(P-Q)/R$: Since $P$ and $Q$ have different dimensions,the subtraction $(P-Q)$ is physically meaningless.
$(C)$ $(PR-Q^2)/R$: Here,$PR$ and $Q^2$ must have the same dimensions for the subtraction to be valid. While $P, Q, R$ have different dimensions,specific combinations might be invalid,but $(P-Q)$ is fundamentally invalid regardless of the denominator.
$(D)$ $PQ-R$: Since $PQ$ and $R$ have different dimensions,the subtraction $(PQ-R)$ is physically meaningless.
However,in the context of standard multiple-choice questions,$(P-Q)$ is the most direct violation of the principle of homogeneity.
272
MediumMCQ
If $\text{force} = \frac{\alpha}{\text{density} + \beta^3}$,then the dimensional formulae of $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are respectively:
A
$[M L^2 T^{-2}], [M L^{-1} T^0]$
B
$[M^2 L^{-2} T^{-2}], [M^{1/3} L^{-1} T^0]$
C
$[M^2 L^{-2} T^{-2}], [M^{1/3} L^{-1} T^0]$
D
$[M^2 L^{-2} T^{-2}], [M L^{-3} T^0]$

Solution

(B) The given equation is $\text{Force} = \frac{\alpha}{\text{density} + \beta^3}$.
According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,quantities added together must have the same dimensions.
Therefore,the dimension of $\beta^3$ must be equal to the dimension of density.
Dimension of density = $[M L^{-3} T^0]$.
So,$[\beta^3] = [M L^{-3} T^0]$.
Taking the cube root,$[\beta] = [M^{1/3} L^{-1} T^0]$.
Now,the dimension of force is $[M L T^{-2}]$.
From the equation,$\alpha = \text{Force} \times (\text{density} + \beta^3)$.
Since $(\text{density} + \beta^3)$ has the same dimension as density,$[\alpha] = [M L T^{-2}] \times [M L^{-3} T^0] = [M^2 L^{-2} T^{-2}]$.
Thus,the dimensions are $[M^2 L^{-2} T^{-2}]$ and $[M^{1/3} L^{-1} T^0]$.
273
EasyMCQ
$E, m, L, G$ represent energy,mass,angular momentum,and gravitational constant respectively. The dimensions of $\frac{EL^2}{m^5 G^2}$ will be that of
A
Angle
B
Length
C
Mass
D
Time

Solution

(A) The dimensions of the given physical quantities are:
$E = [M L^2 T^{-2}]$
$m = [M]$
$L = [M L^2 T^{-1}]$
$G = [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]$
Substituting these into the expression $\frac{E L^2}{m^5 G^2}$:
$\left[\frac{E L^2}{m^5 G^2}\right] = \frac{[M L^2 T^{-2}] [M L^2 T^{-1}]^2}{[M]^5 [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]^2}$
$= \frac{[M L^2 T^{-2}] [M^2 L^4 T^{-2}]}{[M^5] [M^{-2} L^6 T^{-4}]}$
$= \frac{[M^3 L^6 T^{-4}]}{[M^3 L^6 T^{-4}]}$
$= [M^0 L^0 T^0]$
Since the dimensions are $[M^0 L^0 T^0]$,the quantity is dimensionless,which corresponds to the dimensions of an $\text{Angle}$.
274
EasyMCQ
Find the dimensional formula of $\frac{a}{b}$ in the equation $F=a \sqrt{x}+b t^2$,where $F$ is force,$x$ is distance,and $t$ is time.
A
$[M^0 L^{-1/2} T^2]$
B
$[M^0 L^0 T^{3/2}]$
C
$[M^0 L^1 T^{-4}]$
D
$[M^0 L^{-3/2} T^4]$

Solution

(A) Given the equation: $F = a \sqrt{x} + b t^2$.
According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,the dimensions of each term on both sides of the equation must be the same.
Therefore,$[F] = [a \sqrt{x}]$ and $[F] = [b t^2]$.
From $[F] = [a \sqrt{x}]$,we get $[a] = \frac{[F]}{[\sqrt{x}]} = \frac{[MLT^{-2}]}{[L^{1/2}]} = [ML^{1/2}T^{-2}]$.
From $[F] = [b t^2]$,we get $[b] = \frac{[F]}{[t^2]} = \frac{[MLT^{-2}]}{[T^2]} = [MLT^{-4}]$.
Now,we find the dimensional formula for $\frac{a}{b}$:
$\left[\frac{a}{b}\right] = \frac{[ML^{1/2}T^{-2}]}{[MLT^{-4}]} = [M^{1-1} L^{1/2-1} T^{-2-(-4)}] = [M^0 L^{-1/2} T^2]$.
Thus,the correct option is $A$.
275
MediumMCQ
The time period of revolution of a satellite $(T)$ around the earth depends on the radius of the circular orbit $(R)$,mass of the earth $(M)$,and universal gravitational constant $(G)$. The expression for $T$,using dimensional analysis is ($K$ is a constant of proportionality):
A
$K \sqrt{\frac{R^2}{GM}}$
B
$K \sqrt{\frac{R}{GM}}$
C
$K \sqrt{\frac{R^3}{GM}}$
D
$K \sqrt{\frac{R^3}{GM^2}}$

Solution

(C) Let the time period $T$ be proportional to $R^a M^b G^c$,so $T = K R^a M^b G^c$.
Writing the dimensional formulas for each quantity:
$[T] = [T]^1$
$[R] = [L]^1$
$[M] = [M]^1$
$[G] = [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]$
Substituting these into the equation: $[T]^1 = [L]^a [M]^b [M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]^c = [M]^{b-c} [L]^{a+3c} [T]^{-2c}$.
Comparing the powers of $M$,$L$,and $T$ on both sides:
For $T$: $-2c = 1 \Rightarrow c = -1/2$.
For $M$: $b - c = 0 \Rightarrow b = c = -1/2$.
For $L$: $a + 3c = 0 \Rightarrow a = -3c = -3(-1/2) = 3/2$.
Substituting these values back into the expression: $T = K R^{3/2} M^{-1/2} G^{-1/2} = K \sqrt{\frac{R^3}{GM}}$.
276
EasyMCQ
In the equation $(P+\frac{a}{V^2})(V-b)=RT$,where $P$ is pressure,$V$ is volume,$T$ is temperature,$R$ is universal gas constant,and $a$ and $b$ are constants. The dimensions of $a$ are
A
$ML^{-1} T^{-2}$
B
$ML^5 T^{-2}$
C
$M^0 L^3 T^0$
D
$ML^3 T^{-2}$

Solution

(B) According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,only physical quantities of the same dimension can be added or subtracted.
In the given equation $(P+\frac{a}{V^2})(V-b)=RT$,the term $\frac{a}{V^2}$ is added to pressure $P$.
Therefore,the dimensions of $\frac{a}{V^2}$ must be equal to the dimensions of pressure $P$.
$[P] = [\frac{a}{V^2}] \implies [a] = [P][V^2]$.
The dimension of pressure $P$ is $[ML^{-1} T^{-2}]$ and the dimension of volume $V$ is $[L^3]$.
Substituting these,we get $[a] = [ML^{-1} T^{-2}] \times [L^3]^2 = [ML^{-1} T^{-2}] \times [L^6] = [ML^5 T^{-2}]$.
277
EasyMCQ
If speed of light in vacuum $\left(3 \times 10^8 \,m/s\right)$, acceleration due to gravity $\left(10 \,m/s^2\right)$ and mass of electron $\left(9.1 \times 10^{-31} \,kg\right)$ are taken as fundamental physical quantities, then the unit of time in this system is
A
$3 \times 10^3 \,s$
B
$5 \times 10^{-19} \,s$
C
$3 \times 10^{19} \,s$
D
$3 \times 10^7 \,s$

Solution

(D) The dimensional formula for speed of light $c$ is $[L T^{-1}]$.
Given $c = 3 \times 10^8 \,m/s$ ... $(1)$
The dimensional formula for acceleration due to gravity $g$ is $[L T^{-2}]$.
Given $g = 10 \,m/s^2$ ... $(2)$
To find the unit of time $[T]$, we divide the dimensions of speed by the dimensions of acceleration:
$\frac{[L T^{-1}]}{[L T^{-2}]} = [T]$
Substituting the given values:
$[T] = \frac{3 \times 10^8}{10} = 3 \times 10^7 \,s$
Therefore, the unit of time in this system is $3 \times 10^7 \,s$.
278
EasyMCQ
$A$ certain physical quantity is calculated from the formula $\frac{\pi}{3}(a^2-b^2) h d$,where $a, b$ and $h$ are all lengths and $d$ is density. The physical quantity being calculated is
A
velocity
B
volume
C
mass
D
acceleration

Solution

(C) The given formula is $X = \frac{\pi}{3}(a^2 - b^2) h d$.
Since $a, b,$ and $h$ are lengths,their dimensional formula is $[L]$.
Thus,$(a^2 - b^2)$ has dimensions $[L^2]$.
The term $h$ has dimensions $[L]$.
The term $d$ is density,which is defined as $\frac{\text{mass}}{\text{volume}}$,so its dimensions are $[M L^{-3}]$.
Substituting these dimensions into the formula:
$[X] = [L^2] \cdot [L] \cdot [M L^{-3}] = [L^3] \cdot [M L^{-3}] = [M]$.
Since the resulting dimension is $[M]$,the physical quantity is mass.
279
EasyMCQ
The energy $E$ of a system is a function of time $t$ and is given by $E(t) = \alpha t - \beta t^3$,where $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are constants. The dimensions of $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are
A
$[ML^2 T^{-1}]$ and $[ML^2 T]$
B
$[LT^{-1}]$ and $[LT]$
C
$[ML^2 T^{-3}]$ and $[ML^2 T^{-5}]$
D
$[MLT^{-1}]$ and $[MLT]$

Solution

(C) The energy of the system is given by the equation $E(t) = \alpha t - \beta t^3$.
According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,the dimensions of each term in an equation must be the same as the dimensions of the physical quantity on the other side of the equation.
Since $E$ represents energy,its dimensional formula is $[ML^2 T^{-2}]$.
For the first term,the dimension of $\alpha t$ must be equal to the dimension of energy:
$[\alpha][T] = [ML^2 T^{-2}]$
$[\alpha] = [ML^2 T^{-2}] / [T] = [ML^2 T^{-3}]$
For the second term,the dimension of $\beta t^3$ must be equal to the dimension of energy:
$[\beta][T^3] = [ML^2 T^{-2}]$
$[\beta] = [ML^2 T^{-2}] / [T^3] = [ML^2 T^{-5}]$
Thus,the dimensions of $\alpha$ and $\beta$ are $[ML^2 T^{-3}]$ and $[ML^2 T^{-5}]$ respectively.
280
EasyMCQ
If the dimensional formula of $(\text{Energy} \times \text{speed})$ is $[M^{a} L^{b} T^{c}]$,then $a, b,$ and $c$ are:
A
$(1, 3, -3)$
B
$(1, 2, 2)$
C
$(1, 2, 3)$
D
$(1, 3, -2)$

Solution

(A) The dimensional formula for Energy is $[M^1 L^2 T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for speed is $[M^0 L^1 T^{-1}]$.
Multiplying these two,we get:
$[\text{Energy} \times \text{speed}] = [M^1 L^2 T^{-2}] \times [M^0 L^1 T^{-1}]$
$= [M^{1+0} L^{2+1} T^{-2-1}]$
$= [M^1 L^3 T^{-3}]$
Comparing this with $[M^a L^b T^c]$,we get $a = 1, b = 3, c = -3$.
281
EasyMCQ
The expressions below give current $I$ through an electronic component as a function of applied potential $V$. $I_0$ and $V_0$ are constants having dimensions of current and potential respectively. Which of the following are dimensionally incorrect?
$(A)$ $I=I_0\left(e^{\frac{2 V}{V_0}}+1\right)$
$(B)$ $I=I_0\left(e^{\frac{V}{2 V_0}}-1\right)$
$(C)$ $I=I_0 V_0\left(e^{\frac{V}{V_0}}-1\right)$
$(D)$ $I=I_0\left(\frac{V}{V_0}\right)\left(e^{\frac{V}{V_0}}-1\right)$
A
$A$
B
$B$
C
$C$
D
$D$

Solution

(C) According to the principle of homogeneity,a physical equation is dimensionally correct only if the dimensions of all terms on both sides of the equation are identical. The argument of an exponential function must be dimensionless. In all given options,the term $\frac{V}{V_0}$ is dimensionless,so the exponential terms are valid.
Now,we check the dimensions of the coefficients:
For $(A)$: $[I] = [I_0]$,which is correct.
For $(B)$: $[I] = [I_0]$,which is correct.
For $(C)$: $[I] = [I_0 V_0]$. Since $[V_0]$ is potential,$[I] \neq [I_0 V_0]$. Thus,$(C)$ is dimensionally incorrect.
For $(D)$: $[I] = [I_0] \times [\frac{V}{V_0}]$. Since $[\frac{V}{V_0}]$ is dimensionless,$[I] = [I_0]$,which is correct.
Therefore,option $(C)$ is the dimensionally incorrect expression.
282
MediumMCQ
The speed of ripples $(v)$ on a water surface depends on surface tension $(\sigma)$,density $(\rho)$,and wavelength $(\lambda)$. Then the square of speed $(v^2)$ is proportional to
A
$\frac{\sigma}{\rho \lambda}$
B
$\frac{\rho}{\sigma \lambda}$
C
$\frac{\lambda}{\sigma \rho}$
D
$\sqrt{\frac{\rho \lambda}{\sigma}}$

Solution

(A) The speed of ripples $v$ depends on surface tension $\sigma$,density $\rho$,and wavelength $\lambda$.
We can write the relation as $v = k \sigma^a \rho^b \lambda^c$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant.
The dimensional formula for speed $v$ is $[M^0 L T^{-1}]$.
The dimensional formula for surface tension $\sigma$ is $[M L^0 T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for density $\rho$ is $[M L^{-3} T^0]$.
The dimensional formula for wavelength $\lambda$ is $[M^0 L T^0]$.
Substituting these into the equation:
$[M^0 L T^{-1}] = [M L^0 T^{-2}]^a [M L^{-3} T^0]^b [L]^c$
$[M^0 L T^{-1}] = [M]^{a+b} [L]^{-3b+c} [T]^{-2a}$
Equating the powers of $M, L,$ and $T$ on both sides:
$a + b = 0$
$-3b + c = 1$
$-2a = -1$
From $-2a = -1$,we get $a = 1/2$.
Substituting $a = 1/2$ into $a + b = 0$,we get $b = -1/2$.
Substituting $b = -1/2$ into $-3b + c = 1$,we get $-3(-1/2) + c = 1 \Rightarrow 1.5 + c = 1 \Rightarrow c = -0.5 = -1/2$.
Thus,$v \propto \sigma^{1/2} \rho^{-1/2} \lambda^{-1/2}$.
Therefore,$v \propto \sqrt{\frac{\sigma}{\rho \lambda}}$.
Squaring both sides,$v^2 \propto \frac{\sigma}{\rho \lambda}$.
283
EasyMCQ
If the charge of electron $e$,mass of electron $m$,speed of light in vacuum $c$,and Planck's constant $h$ are taken as fundamental quantities,then the permeability of vacuum $\mu_0$ can be expressed as
A
$\frac{h}{m c^2}$
B
$\frac{h c}{m e^2}$
C
$\frac{h}{c e^2}$
D
$\frac{m c^2}{h e^2}$

Solution

(C) We can express the permeability of vacuum as $\mu_0 \propto e^a m^b c^c h^d$ or $\mu_0 = k e^a m^b c^c h^d$ ...$(i)$,where $k$ is a dimensionless constant.
Dimensions of the quantities are:
$\mu_0 = [M L T^{-2} A^{-2}]$
$e = [A T]$
$m = [M]$
$c = [L T^{-1}]$
$h = [M L^2 T^{-1}]$
Substituting these into Eq. $(i)$:
$[M L T^{-2} A^{-2}] = [A T]^a [M]^b [L T^{-1}]^c [M L^2 T^{-1}]^d$
$[M L T^{-2} A^{-2}] = [M]^{b+d} [L]^{c+2d} [T]^{a-c-d} [A]^a$
Comparing powers on both sides:
$a = -2$
$b + d = 1$
$c + 2d = 1$
$a - c - d = -2$
From $a = -2$,substituting into $a - c - d = -2$ gives $-2 - c - d = -2$,so $c + d = 0$,which means $c = -d$.
Substituting $c = -d$ into $c + 2d = 1$ gives $-d + 2d = 1$,so $d = 1$.
Then $c = -1$ and $b = 1 - d = 1 - 1 = 0$.
Thus,$\mu_0 = k e^{-2} m^0 c^{-1} h^1 = k \frac{h}{c e^2}$.
Therefore,$\mu_0$ is proportional to $\frac{h}{c e^2}$.
284
EasyMCQ
$A$ physical quantity obtained from the ratio of the coefficient of thermal conductivity to the universal gravitational constant has a dimensional formula $[M^{2a} L^{4b} T^{2c} K^d]$. Then the value of $\frac{a+b}{c+b}-d$ is
A
$+\frac{3}{2}$
B
$-\frac{1}{2}$
C
$-\frac{3}{2}$
D
$+\frac{1}{2}$

Solution

(D) The dimensional formula of the coefficient of thermal conductivity $[k]$ is $[M^1 L^1 T^{-3} K^{-1}]$.
The dimensional formula of the universal gravitational constant $[G]$ is $[M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]$.
Taking the ratio,$\frac{[k]}{[G]} = \frac{[M^1 L^1 T^{-3} K^{-1}]}{[M^{-1} L^3 T^{-2}]} = [M^{1-(-1)} L^{1-3} T^{-3-(-2)} K^{-1}] = [M^2 L^{-2} T^{-1} K^{-1}]$.
Comparing this with the given dimensional formula $[M^{2a} L^{4b} T^{2c} K^d]$:
$2a = 2 \implies a = 1$
$4b = -2 \implies b = -\frac{1}{2}$
$2c = -1 \implies c = -\frac{1}{2}$
$d = -1$
Now,calculating the required expression: $\frac{a+b}{c+b} - d = \frac{1 + (-1/2)}{-1/2 + (-1/2)} - (-1) = \frac{1/2}{-1} + 1 = -\frac{1}{2} + 1 = \frac{1}{2}$.
285
EasyMCQ
Assertion $(A)$: Energy per unit volume and angular momentum can be added dimensionally.
Reason $(R)$: Physical quantities having same dimensions can be added or subtracted.
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

(D) The dimensional formula for energy per unit volume is $[M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for angular momentum is $[M L^2 T^{-1}]$.
Since the dimensions of energy per unit volume and angular momentum are different,they cannot be added or subtracted.
Therefore,Assertion $(A)$ is false.
The principle of homogeneity states that only physical quantities having the same dimensions can be added or subtracted.
Therefore,Reason $(R)$ is true.
286
MediumMCQ
$A$ physical quantity $P$ is given by $P = \epsilon_0 L \frac{\Delta V}{\Delta t}$,where $\epsilon_0$ is electric permittivity,$L$ is length,$\Delta V$ is potential difference,and $\Delta t$ is time interval. The dimensional formula of $P$ is the same as that of
A
resistance
B
electric charge
C
voltage
D
electric current

Solution

(D) The dimensional formula for electric permittivity $\epsilon_0$ is $[M^{-1} L^{-3} T^4 A^2]$.
The dimensional formula for length $L$ is $[L]$.
The dimensional formula for potential difference $\Delta V$ is $[M L^2 T^{-3} A^{-1}]$.
The dimensional formula for time interval $\Delta t$ is $[T]$.
Substituting these into the expression $P = \epsilon_0 L \frac{\Delta V}{\Delta t}$:
$[P] = [M^{-1} L^{-3} T^4 A^2] \cdot [L] \cdot \frac{[M L^2 T^{-3} A^{-1}]}{[T]}$
$[P] = [M^{-1} L^{-3} T^4 A^2] \cdot [L] \cdot [M L^2 T^{-3} A^{-1} T^{-1}]$
$[P] = [M^{-1+1} L^{-3+1+2} T^{4-3-1} A^{2-1}]$
$[P] = [M^0 L^0 T^0 A^1] = [A]$
Since the dimensional formula of $P$ is $[A]$,which represents electric current,the correct option is $D$.
287
MediumMCQ
The radius '$r$' of a wire is given by $r = \sqrt{\frac{64 LA}{\pi Bv}}$,where '$I$' is electric current,'$B$' is magnetic field,and '$v$' is velocity. Then the parameter '$A$' in the formula represents . . . . . . .
A
Resistance
B
Resistivity
C
Capacitance
D
Conductivity

Solution

(B) Given the formula: $r = \sqrt{\frac{64 IA}{\pi Bv}}$.
Squaring both sides,we get: $r^2 = \frac{64 IA}{\pi Bv}$.
Rearranging for '$A$': $A = \frac{r^2 \pi Bv}{64 I}$.
Now,substitute the dimensions of each physical quantity:
$[r] = [L]$,$[B] = [M T^{-2} I^{-1}]$,$[v] = [L T^{-1}]$,$[I] = [I]$.
Substituting these into the expression for '$A$':
$[A] = \frac{[L]^2 [M T^{-2} I^{-1}] [L T^{-1}]}{[I]} = [M L^3 T^{-3} I^{-2}]$.
Comparing this with the dimensions of resistivity $(\rho)$:
Resistance $R = \rho \frac{L}{Area} \implies \rho = R \frac{Area}{L}$.
$[R] = [M L^2 T^{-3} I^{-2}]$,$[Area] = [L^2]$,$[L] = [L]$.
$[\rho] = [M L^2 T^{-3} I^{-2}] \cdot \frac{[L^2]}{[L]} = [M L^3 T^{-3} I^{-2}]$.
Since the dimensions of '$A$' match the dimensions of resistivity,'$A$' represents resistivity.
288
EasyMCQ
If $A, B, C$ and $D$ represent velocity,acceleration,inductance and capacitance respectively,then $A^{-1} BCD$ has the dimensions of
A
Length
B
Mass
C
Time
D
Electric Current

Solution

(C) Given: $A = [LT^{-1}]$ (velocity),$B = [LT^{-2}]$ (acceleration),$C = [ML^2T^{-2}A^{-2}]$ (inductance),$D = [M^{-1}L^{-2}T^4A^2]$ (capacitance).
We need to find the dimensions of $A^{-1} BCD$.
Substitute the dimensions:
$A^{-1} = [L^{-1}T]$
$B = [LT^{-2}]$
$C = [ML^2T^{-2}A^{-2}]$
$D = [M^{-1}L^{-2}T^4A^2]$
Now,calculate the product:
$A^{-1} BCD = [L^{-1}T] \cdot [LT^{-2}] \cdot [ML^2T^{-2}A^{-2}] \cdot [M^{-1}L^{-2}T^4A^2]$
Group the terms:
$= [L^{-1} \cdot L \cdot L^2 \cdot L^{-2}] \cdot [T \cdot T^{-2} \cdot T^{-2} \cdot T^4] \cdot [M \cdot M^{-1}] \cdot [A^{-2} \cdot A^2]$
$= [L^0] \cdot [T^1] \cdot [M^0] \cdot [A^0]$
$= [T]$
Thus,the expression has the dimensions of Time.
289
EasyMCQ
If $C$ is the velocity of light,$h$ is Planck's constant,and $G$ is the gravitational constant,and these are taken as fundamental quantities,then the dimensional formula of mass is:
A
$h^{-1/2} G^{1/2} C^0$
B
$h^{1/2} C^{1/2} G^{-1/2}$
C
$h^{-1/2} C^{1/2} G^{-1/2}$
D
$h^{-1/2} C^{-1/2} G^{-1/2}$

Solution

(B) Let the mass $M$ be expressed as $M = C^a h^b G^c$.
The dimensions are:
$C = [LT^{-1}]$
$h = [ML^2T^{-1}]$
$G = [M^{-1}L^3T^{-2}]$
Substituting these into the equation:
$[M^1L^0T^0] = [LT^{-1}]^a [ML^2T^{-1}]^b [M^{-1}L^3T^{-2}]^c$
$[M^1L^0T^0] = M^{b-c} L^{a+2b+3c} T^{-a-b-2c}$
Comparing the powers of $M, L, T$ on both sides:
$b - c = 1$ $(i)$
$a + 2b + 3c = 0$ (ii)
$-a - b - 2c = 0$ (iii)
Adding (ii) and (iii): $b + c = 0$,so $b = -c$.
Substituting $b = -c$ into $(i)$: $-c - c = 1 \implies -2c = 1 \implies c = -1/2$.
Then $b = 1/2$.
Substituting $b = 1/2$ and $c = -1/2$ into (iii): $-a - 1/2 - 2(-1/2) = 0 \implies -a - 1/2 + 1 = 0 \implies a = 1/2$.
Thus,$M = C^{1/2} h^{1/2} G^{-1/2}$.
290
EasyMCQ
In a system,the unit of mass is $A \,kg$,length is $B \,m$,and time is $C \,s$. Then,the value of $10 \,N$ in this system is:
A
$10 A^{-1} B^{-1} C^{-2}$
B
$10 A^{-1} B^{-1} C^2$
C
$10 A B C^{-2}$
D
$5 A^{-1} B C^2$

Solution

(B) The dimensional formula for force is $[M L T^{-2}]$.
Given,$N_1 = 10$,$M_1 = 1 \,kg$,$L_1 = 1 \,m$,$T_1 = 1 \,s$.
In the new system,$M_2 = A \,kg$,$L_2 = B \,m$,$T_2 = C \,s$.
Using the conversion formula $N_2 = N_1 \left( \frac{M_1}{M_2} \right)^1 \left( \frac{L_1}{L_2} \right)^1 \left( \frac{T_1}{T_2} \right)^{-2}$.
Substituting the values:
$N_2 = 10 \left( \frac{1}{A} \right)^1 \left( \frac{1}{B} \right)^1 \left( \frac{1}{C} \right)^{-2}$.
$N_2 = 10 \cdot A^{-1} \cdot B^{-1} \cdot C^2$.
Thus,the value of $10 \,N$ in the new system is $10 A^{-1} B^{-1} C^2$.
291
EasyMCQ
If $10 \ g \ cm \ s^{-1} = x \ N \ s$,then the number $x$ is
A
$1 \times 10^{-5}$
B
$1 \times 10^{-4}$
C
$1 \times 10^{-6}$
D
$1 \times 10^{-3}$

Solution

(B) The given expression is $10 \ g \ cm \ s^{-1} = x \ N \ s$.
First,convert the $CGS$ unit $g \ cm \ s^{-1}$ to $SI$ units $(kg \ m \ s^{-1})$:
$1 \ g = 10^{-3} \ kg$
$1 \ cm = 10^{-2} \ m$
So,$1 \ g \ cm \ s^{-1} = 10^{-3} \ kg \times 10^{-2} \ m \times s^{-1} = 10^{-5} \ kg \ m \ s^{-1}$.
Thus,$10 \ g \ cm \ s^{-1} = 10 \times 10^{-5} \ kg \ m \ s^{-1} = 10^{-4} \ kg \ m \ s^{-1}$.
We know that $1 \ N = 1 \ kg \ m \ s^{-2}$,so $1 \ N \ s = 1 \ kg \ m \ s^{-1}$.
Equating the two,we get $x \ N \ s = 10^{-4} \ kg \ m \ s^{-1}$.
Therefore,$x = 10^{-4}$.
292
EasyMCQ
$A$ physical quantity $X$ is given by $X = \frac{2 k^3 l^2}{m \sqrt{n}}$. The percentage errors in the measurements of $k, l, m,$ and $n$ are $1 \%, 2 \%, 3 \%,$ and $4 \%$ respectively. The percentage uncertainty in the value of $X$ is: (in $\%$)
A
$8$
B
$10$
C
$12$
D
$14$

Solution

(C) The given physical quantity is $X = \frac{2 k^3 l^2}{m \sqrt{n}}$.
To find the relative error in $X$,we use the formula for propagation of errors:
$\frac{\Delta X}{X} = 3 \left( \frac{\Delta k}{k} \right) + 2 \left( \frac{\Delta l}{l} \right) + 1 \left( \frac{\Delta m}{m} \right) + \frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{\Delta n}{n} \right)$.
Given percentage errors are $\frac{\Delta k}{k} \times 100 = 1 \%$,$\frac{\Delta l}{l} \times 100 = 2 \%$,$\frac{\Delta m}{m} \times 100 = 3 \%$,and $\frac{\Delta n}{n} \times 100 = 4 \%$.
Substituting these values into the percentage error formula:
$\frac{\Delta X}{X} \times 100 = 3(1 \%) + 2(2 \%) + 1(3 \%) + \frac{1}{2}(4 \%)$.
$\frac{\Delta X}{X} \times 100 = 3 \% + 4 \% + 3 \% + 2 \% = 12 \%$.
Thus,the percentage uncertainty in $X$ is $12 \%$.
293
EasyMCQ
$A$ quantity $z$,to be estimated,has a dependency on the variables $a, b$ and $c$ as $z = a b^2 c^{-2}$. The percentage errors in the measurement of $a, b$ and $c$ are $2.1 \%$,$1.3 \%$ and $2.2 \%$,respectively. The percentage error in the measurement of $z$ would then be: (in $\%$)
A
$5.6$
B
$1.6$
C
$1.0$
D
$9.1$

Solution

(D) Given the relation: $z = a b^2 c^{-2}$.
According to the theory of propagation of errors,the relative error in $z$ is given by:
$\frac{\Delta z}{z} = \frac{\Delta a}{a} + 2 \frac{\Delta b}{b} + 2 \frac{\Delta c}{c}$.
To find the percentage error,multiply the entire equation by $100$:
$\frac{\Delta z}{z} \times 100 = \left( \frac{\Delta a}{a} \times 100 \right) + 2 \left( \frac{\Delta b}{b} \times 100 \right) + 2 \left( \frac{\Delta c}{c} \times 100 \right)$.
Substituting the given percentage errors:
$\frac{\Delta z}{z} \times 100 = 2.1 \% + 2(1.3 \%) + 2(2.2 \%)$.
$\frac{\Delta z}{z} \times 100 = 2.1 \% + 2.6 \% + 4.4 \% = 9.1 \%$.
Therefore,the percentage error in $z$ is $9.1 \%$.
294
MediumMCQ
Consider an expression $Q V = k P T L^\alpha$ where $V, P, T, L$ are volume,pressure,time,and length respectively. The quantity $[Q]$ has dimension $M L^{-1} T^{-1}$. $k$ is a dimensionless constant. The value of the integer $\alpha$ is:
A
$2$
B
$-2$
C
$3$
D
$-1$

Solution

(C) The given expression is $Q V = k P T L^\alpha$.
The dimensions of the physical quantities are:
$[Q] = M L^{-1} T^{-1}$
$[V] = L^3$
$[P] = M L^{-1} T^{-2}$
$[T] = T$
$[L] = L$
$k$ is a dimensionless constant,so $[k] = 1$.
Equating the dimensions on both sides:
$[Q][V] = [k][P][T][L]^\alpha$
$(M L^{-1} T^{-1})(L^3) = (1)(M L^{-1} T^{-2})(T)(L^\alpha)$
$M L^2 T^{-1} = M L^{-1+\alpha} T^{-1}$
Comparing the powers of $L$ on both sides:
$2 = -1 + \alpha$
$\alpha = 3$.
295
DifficultMCQ
If $E$ and $E_0$ represent the energies,and $t$ and $t_0$ represent the times,which of the following relations is dimensionally correct?
A
$E=E_0 e^{-t}$
B
$E=E_0 t_0 e^{-t / t_0}$
C
$E=E_0 t_0 e^{-t^2}$
D
$E=E_0 e^{-t / t_0}$

Solution

(D) For an equation to be dimensionally correct,the exponent of an exponential function must be dimensionless.
In the expression $E=E_0 e^{-t / t_0}$,the term $-t / t_0$ is the ratio of two times,which is dimensionless.
Since $E$ and $E_0$ both represent energy,they have the same dimensional formula $[M L^2 T^{-2}]$.
Therefore,the equation $E=E_0 e^{-t / t_0}$ is dimensionally consistent because the exponential factor $e^{-t / t_0}$ is a dimensionless constant.
Other options are dimensionally incorrect because their exponents are not dimensionless or the dimensions on both sides do not match.
296
DifficultMCQ
The van der Waals' equation for a gas is $(P+\frac{a}{V^2})(V-b)=n R T$,where $P, V, R, T$ and $n$ represent the pressure,volume,universal gas constant,absolute temperature and number of moles of a gas,respectively. $a$ and $b$ are constants. The ratio $\frac{b}{a}$ will have the following dimensional formula.
A
$[M^{-1} L^{-2} T^2]$
B
$[M^{-1} L^{-1} T^{-1}]$
C
$[ML^2 T^2]$
D
$[MLT^{-2}]$

Solution

(A) The van der Waals gas equation is $(P+\frac{a}{V^2})(V-b)=n R T$.
According to the principle of homogeneity,dimensions of terms added or subtracted must be the same.
$1$. Dimension of $\frac{a}{V^2}$ must be equal to the dimension of $P$ (pressure).
$[P] = [ML^{-1} T^{-2}]$ and $[V] = [L^3]$.
So,$[a] = [P] \times [V^2] = [ML^{-1} T^{-2}] \times [L^3]^2 = [ML^5 T^{-2}]$.
$2$. Dimension of $b$ must be equal to the dimension of $V$ (volume).
$[b] = [V] = [L^3]$.
$3$. Now,the ratio $\frac{b}{a}$ has dimensions:
$\frac{[b]}{[a]} = \frac{[L^3]}{[ML^5 T^{-2}]} = [M^{-1} L^{-2} T^2]$.
297
MediumMCQ
If $A, B$ and $C$ are three different physical quantities with different dimensional formulae,then the combination which can never give a proper physical quantity is
A
$\frac{A}{BC}$
B
$\frac{AB-C^2}{BC}$
C
$\frac{A-C}{B}$
D
$AC-B$

Solution

(C) According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,only physical quantities with the same dimensions can be added or subtracted.
Given that $A, B$ and $C$ have different dimensional formulae,the expressions $(A-C)$ and $(AC-B)$ are physically meaningless because they involve the addition or subtraction of quantities with different dimensions.
However,the question asks for a combination that can never represent a proper physical quantity. In option $(C)$,the term $(A-C)$ is dimensionally invalid. In option $(D)$,the term $(AC-B)$ is dimensionally invalid.
Looking at standard physics problems of this type,the expression $\frac{A-C}{B}$ is often cited as invalid because the numerator $(A-C)$ is undefined. Similarly,$(AC-B)$ is undefined. Given the options,$(C)$ is the most standard representation of an invalid dimensional operation where subtraction is performed on quantities of different dimensions.
298
EasyMCQ
The equation of motion of a damped oscillator is given by $m \frac{d^2 x}{d t^2}+b \frac{d x}{d t}+k x=0$. The dimensional formula of $\frac{b}{\sqrt{k m}}$ is
A
$[M^0 L^0 T^0]$
B
$[M^0 L^1 T^{-2}]$
C
$[M^1 L^1 T^{-2}]$
D
$[M^1 L^2 T^{-2}]$

Solution

(A) The given equation is $m \frac{d^2 x}{dt^2} + b \frac{dx}{dt} + kx = 0$.
According to the principle of homogeneity of dimensions,each term in the equation must have the same dimensions.
Thus,the dimensions of $m \frac{d^2 x}{dt^2}$,$b \frac{dx}{dt}$,and $kx$ are equal.
Equating the dimensions of $b \frac{dx}{dt}$ and $kx$:
$[b] [v] = [k] [x] \implies [b] = [k] [x] / [v] = [k] [x] / ([x] / [t]) = [k] [t]$.
Therefore,$[b] = [k] [T]$.
Now,consider the expression $\frac{b}{\sqrt{km}}$.
Substituting $[b] = [k] [T]$ into the expression:
$\frac{[b]}{\sqrt{[k][m]}} = \frac{[k][T]}{\sqrt{[k][m]}}$.
Since $k = F/x = ma/x$,the dimensions of $k$ are $[M T^{-2}]$.
Also,the angular frequency of a damped oscillator is related to $\omega = \sqrt{k/m}$,so $\sqrt{k/m}$ has dimensions of $[T^{-1}]$.
Alternatively,using $[b] = [k] [T]$:
$\frac{b}{\sqrt{km}} = \frac{k T}{\sqrt{km}} = \sqrt{\frac{k}{m}} T = [T^{-1}] [T] = [M^0 L^0 T^0]$.

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