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1
EasyMCQ
Which of the following is not represented in the correct unit?
A
$\frac{\text{Stress}}{\text{Strain}} = N/m^2$
B
$\text{Surface tension} = N/m$
C
$\text{Energy} = kg \cdot m/s$
D
$\text{Pressure} = N/m^2$

Solution

(C) The unit of energy is the Joule $(J)$,which is equivalent to $kg \cdot m^2/s^2$.
Option $(A)$ is correct because Stress has units of $N/m^2$ and Strain is dimensionless.
Option $(B)$ is correct because Surface tension is force per unit length $(N/m)$.
Option $(D)$ is correct because Pressure is force per unit area $(N/m^2)$.
Option $(C)$ is incorrect because $kg \cdot m/s$ is the unit of momentum,not energy. Therefore,the correct answer is $(C)$.
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MediumMCQ
$Joule-second$ is the unit of
A
Work
B
Momentum
C
Pressure
D
Angular momentum

Solution

(D) The unit of energy (work) is $Joule$ $(J)$ and the unit of time is $second$ $(s)$.
Dimensional analysis shows that the dimensions of angular momentum $(L)$ are $[ML^2T^{-1}]$.
The dimensions of $Joule$ are $[ML^2T^{-2}]$ and $second$ are $[T]$.
Multiplying these,we get $[ML^2T^{-2}] \times [T] = [ML^2T^{-1}]$,which matches the dimensions of angular momentum.
Therefore,$Joule-second$ is the unit of angular momentum.
3
MediumMCQ
$A$ cube has numerically equal volume and surface area. The volume of such a cube is ........... $units$.
A
$216$
B
$1000$
C
$2000$
D
$3000$

Solution

(A) Let the side length of the cube be $a$.
The volume of the cube is given by $V = a^3$.
The surface area of the cube is given by $S = 6a^2$.
According to the problem,the numerical values of volume and surface area are equal:
$a^3 = 6a^2$.
Dividing both sides by $a^2$ (assuming $a \neq 0$):
$a = 6$.
Therefore,the volume of the cube is $V = a^3 = 6^3 = 216 \, units^3$.
4
EasyMCQ
$Erg \cdot m^{-1}$ can be the unit of measure for
A
Force
B
Momentum
C
Power
D
Acceleration

Solution

(A) The unit of energy in the $CGS$ system is $Erg$.
We know that the work done or energy $E$ is given by the product of force $F$ and displacement $d$,i.e.,$E = F \times d$.
Rearranging this formula for force,we get $F = \frac{E}{d}$.
Substituting the units,the unit of force is $\frac{\text{Unit of Energy}}{\text{Unit of Length}}$.
In the given units,this corresponds to $\frac{Erg}{m}$,which is $Erg \cdot m^{-1}$.
Therefore,$Erg \cdot m^{-1}$ is the unit of force.
5
MediumMCQ
To determine the Young's modulus of a wire,the formula is $Y = \frac{FL}{A\Delta L}$,where $L$ is the length,$A$ is the area of cross-section of the wire,and $\Delta L$ is the change in length of the wire when stretched with a force $F$. The conversion factor to change the unit of Young's modulus from $CGS$ to $MKS$ system is $x \times 10^{-1} \ N/m^2$. Find the value of $x$.
A
$100$
B
$10$
C
$1$
D
$0.01$

Solution

(C) The unit of Young's modulus $Y$ in the $CGS$ system is $dyne/cm^2$.
We know that $1 \ N = 10^5 \ dyne$ and $1 \ m^2 = 10^4 \ cm^2$.
Therefore,$1 \ dyne/cm^2 = \frac{10^{-5} \ N}{10^{-4} \ m^2} = 10^{-1} \ N/m^2$.
Comparing this with $x \times 10^{-1} \ N/m^2$,we get $x = 1$.
Thus,the conversion factor is $1$.
6
MediumMCQ
Which relation is wrong?
A
$1 \text{ Calorie} = 4.18 \text{ Joules}$
B
$1 \,\mathring{A} = 10^{-10} \text{ m}$
C
$1 \text{ MeV} = 1.6 \times 10^{-13} \text{ Joules}$
D
$1 \text{ Newton} = 10^{-5} \text{ Dynes}$

Solution

(D) The correct conversion between Newton ($SI$ unit of force) and Dyne ($CGS$ unit of force) is $1 \text{ Newton} = 10^5 \text{ Dynes}$.
Therefore,the relation $1 \text{ Newton} = 10^{-5} \text{ Dynes}$ is incorrect.
7
EasyMCQ
Which of the following is different from the others in terms of units?
A
Phase difference
B
Mechanical equivalent
C
Loudness of sound
D
Poisson's ratio

Solution

(D) Phase difference is measured in radians $(rad)$.
Mechanical equivalent of heat is measured in Joules per calorie $(J/cal)$.
Loudness of sound is measured in decibels $(dB)$.
Poisson's ratio is the ratio of lateral strain to longitudinal strain,which makes it a dimensionless and unitless quantity.
Therefore,Poisson's ratio is different from the others as it has no units.
8
EasyMCQ
Which of the following does not have the same unit as the others?
A
Watt-sec
B
Kilowatt-hour
C
eV
D
$J$-sec

Solution

(D) The unit of energy is the Joule $(J)$.
$1.$ Watt-sec = (Joule/sec) $\times$ sec = Joule (Unit of energy).
$2.$ Kilowatt-hour = $10^3$ Watt $\times$ $3600$ sec = $3.6 \times 10^6$ Joule (Unit of energy).
$3.$ eV (electron-volt) is a unit of energy $(1 \text{ eV} = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \text{ J})$.
$4.$ Joule-sec is the unit of angular momentum ($L = I\omega$ or $L = pr$),not energy.
Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
9
MediumMCQ
Out of the following,the only pair that does not have identical dimensions is
A
Angular momentum and Planck's constant
B
Moment of inertia and moment of a force
C
Work and torque
D
Impulse and momentum

Solution

(B) The dimensions of the given physical quantities are as follows:
$A$. Angular momentum $(L = mvr)$ and Planck's constant $(h = E/f)$ both have dimensions $[M L^2 T^{-1}]$.
$B$. Moment of inertia $(I = mr^2)$ has dimensions $[M L^2]$. Moment of a force (Torque,$\tau = r \times F$) has dimensions $[M L^2 T^{-2}]$. These are not identical.
$C$. Work $(W = F \cdot d)$ and torque $(\tau = r \times F)$ both have dimensions $[M L^2 T^{-2}]$.
$D$. Impulse $(J = F \Delta t)$ and momentum $(p = mv)$ both have dimensions $[M L T^{-1}]$.
Therefore,the pair that does not have identical dimensions is Moment of inertia and moment of a force.
10
MediumMCQ
Of the following quantities,which one has dimensions different from the remaining three?
A
Energy per unit volume
B
Force per unit area
C
Product of voltage and charge per unit volume
D
Angular momentum per unit mass

Solution

(D) Energy per unit volume = $\frac{[ML^2T^{-2}]}{[L^3]} = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Force per unit area = $\frac{[MLT^{-2}]}{[L^2]} = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Product of voltage and charge per unit volume = $\frac{V \times Q}{\text{Volume}} = \frac{\text{Energy}}{\text{Volume}} = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Angular momentum per unit mass = $\frac{[ML^2T^{-1}]}{[M]} = [L^2T^{-1}]$.
Thus,angular momentum per unit mass has dimensions different from the other three.
11
EasyMCQ
Which one has dimensions different from the remaining three?
A
Power
B
Work
C
Torque
D
Energy

Solution

(A) The dimensional formula for Work is $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for Torque is $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for Energy is $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for Power is $\frac{\text{Work}}{\text{Time}} = \frac{[ML^2T^{-2}]}{[T]} = [ML^2T^{-3}]$.
Since the dimensions of Power are different from Work,Torque,and Energy,the correct option is $A$.
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MediumMCQ
The pair having the same dimensions is
A
Angular momentum,work
B
Work,Potential energy
C
Torque,linear momentum
D
Kinetic energy,velocity

Solution

(B) The dimension of work is given by $W = F \cdot d = [MLT^{-2}] \cdot [L] = [ML^2T^{-2}]$.
The dimension of potential energy is the same as work,which is $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
Angular momentum has dimensions $[ML^2T^{-1}]$.
Torque has dimensions $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
Linear momentum has dimensions $[MLT^{-1}]$.
Kinetic energy has dimensions $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
Velocity has dimensions $[LT^{-1}]$.
Therefore,the pair having the same dimensions is Work and Potential energy.
13
MediumMCQ
In the following list,the only pair which has different dimensions is
A
Linear momentum and moment of a force
B
Planck's constant and angular momentum
C
Pressure and modulus of elasticity
D
Torque and potential energy

Solution

(A) To find the pair with different dimensions,we analyze each option:
$A$. Linear momentum = $\text{Mass} \times \text{Velocity} = [M L T^{-1}]$. Moment of a force (Torque) = $\text{Force} \times \text{Distance} = [M L T^{-2}] \times [L] = [M L^2 T^{-2}]$. These have different dimensions.
$B$. Planck's constant $(h)$ has dimensions $[M L^2 T^{-1}]$. Angular momentum $(L = mvr)$ has dimensions $[M] \times [L T^{-1}] \times [L] = [M L^2 T^{-1}]$. These have the same dimensions.
$C$. Pressure = $\text{Force} / \text{Area} = [M L T^{-2}] / [L^2] = [M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$. Modulus of elasticity = $\text{Stress} / \text{Strain} = [M L^{-1} T^{-2}] / [1] = [M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$. These have the same dimensions.
$D$. Torque = $\text{Force} \times \text{Distance} = [M L^2 T^{-2}]$. Potential energy = $\text{Work} = [M L^2 T^{-2}]$. These have the same dimensions.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
14
MediumMCQ
$M{L^{ - 1}}{T^{ - 2}}$ represents:
A
Stress
B
Young's Modulus
C
Pressure
D
All the above three quantities

Solution

(D) The dimensional formula for force is $[F] = [MLT^{-2}]$.
Stress is defined as force per unit area: $\text{Stress} = F/A$. Its dimensions are $[MLT^{-2}] / [L^2] = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Pressure is defined as force per unit area: $\text{Pressure} = F/A$. Its dimensions are $[MLT^{-2}] / [L^2] = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Young's Modulus $(Y)$ is defined as the ratio of stress to strain: $Y = \text{Stress} / \text{Strain}$. Since strain is a dimensionless quantity,the dimensions of Young's Modulus are the same as those of stress,which is $[ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Therefore,all three quantities have the same dimensional formula: $[ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
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MediumMCQ
Which physical quantities have the same dimension?
A
Couple of force and work
B
Force and power
C
Latent heat and specific heat
D
Work and power

Solution

(A) The dimension of a physical quantity is given by the powers to which the fundamental units are raised.
$(a)$ Couple of force (Torque) = $|\overrightarrow r \times \overrightarrow F | = [M^1 L^2 T^{-2}]$
Work = $|\vec F \cdot \vec d| = [M^1 L^2 T^{-2}]$
Since both have the same dimensional formula $[M^1 L^2 T^{-2}]$,they have the same dimension.
$(b)$ Force = $[M^1 L^1 T^{-2}]$,Power = $[M^1 L^2 T^{-3}]$. They are different.
$(c)$ Latent heat = $[L^2 T^{-2}]$,Specific heat = $[L^2 T^{-2} K^{-1}]$. They are different.
$(d)$ Work = $[M^1 L^2 T^{-2}]$,Power = $[M^1 L^2 T^{-3}]$. They are different.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
16
MediumMCQ
Which of the following pairs does not have similar dimensions?
A
Stress and pressure
B
Angle and strain
C
Tension and surface tension
D
Planck's constant and angular momentum

Solution

(C) The dimensions of the given pairs are as follows:
$1$. Stress and pressure: Both have dimensions $[ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
$2$. Angle and strain: Both are dimensionless quantities $[M^0L^0T^0]$.
$3$. Tension and surface tension: Tension is a force with dimensions $[MLT^{-2}]$,while surface tension is force per unit length with dimensions $[MT^{-2}]$. Thus,they do not have similar dimensions.
$4$. Planck's constant and angular momentum: Both have dimensions $[ML^2T^{-1}]$.
Therefore,the pair that does not have similar dimensions is Tension and surface tension.
17
MediumMCQ
Identify the pair which has different dimensions.
A
Planck's constant and angular momentum
B
Impulse and linear momentum
C
Angular momentum and frequency
D
Pressure and Young's modulus

Solution

(C) The dimensions of the given quantities are as follows:
$1$. Planck's constant: $[M L^2 T^{-1}]$,Angular momentum: $[M L^2 T^{-1}]$. They have the same dimensions.
$2$. Impulse: $[M L T^{-1}]$,Linear momentum: $[M L T^{-1}]$. They have the same dimensions.
$3$. Angular momentum: $[M L^2 T^{-1}]$,Frequency: $[T^{-1}]$. They have different dimensions.
$4$. Pressure: $[M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$,Young's modulus: $[M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$. They have the same dimensions.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
18
MediumMCQ
Identify the pair whose dimensions are equal.
A
Torque and work
B
Stress and energy
C
Force and stress
D
Force and work

Solution

(A) The dimensional formula for Torque is $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
The dimensional formula for Work is $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
Since both have the same dimensional formula,they are equivalent in dimensions.
Therefore,the correct pair is Torque and Work.
19
MediumMCQ
The dimensions of pressure are equal to
A
Force per unit volume
B
Energy per unit volume
C
Force
D
Energy

Solution

(B) The dimensional formula for pressure is given by $P = \frac{F}{A} = \frac{[MLT^{-2}]}{[L^2]} = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Now,let us check the dimensions of energy per unit volume:
$\text{Energy per unit volume} = \frac{\text{Energy}}{\text{Volume}} = \frac{[ML^2T^{-2}]}{[L^3]} = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Since the dimensions of pressure and energy per unit volume are identical,the correct option is $B$.
20
MediumMCQ
Which of the following pairs have the same dimensions?
A
Force and strain
B
Force and stress
C
Angular velocity and frequency
D
Energy and strain

Solution

(C) The dimension of angular velocity $\omega$ is given by $\omega = \frac{d\theta}{dt}$,where $\theta$ is dimensionless and $t$ is time. Thus,$[\omega] = [T^{-1}]$.
The dimension of frequency $n$ is defined as the number of cycles per unit time,so $[n] = [T^{-1}]$.
Since both angular velocity and frequency have the same dimensional formula $[T^{-1}]$,option $(c)$ is correct.
21
MediumMCQ
$Pascal-Second$ has the dimension of:
A
Force
B
Energy
C
Pressure
D
Coefficient of viscosity

Solution

(D) The unit of pressure is $Pascal$ $(Pa)$,which has the dimensional formula $[M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$.
Therefore,the dimensional formula of $Pascal-second$ $(Pa \cdot s)$ is $[M L^{-1} T^{-2}] \times [T] = [M L^{-1} T^{-1}]$.
The coefficient of viscosity $(\eta)$ is defined by the formula:
$\eta = \frac{F}{A (\Delta v / \Delta z)}$
where $F$ is force,$A$ is area,and $\frac{\Delta v}{\Delta z}$ is the velocity gradient.
The dimensions of $\eta$ are:
$\text{Dimensions of } \eta = \frac{[M L T^{-2}]}{[L^2] [T^{-1}]} = [M L^{-1} T^{-1}]$.
Since the dimensions of $Pascal-second$ match the dimensions of the coefficient of viscosity,the correct option is $D$.
22
MediumMCQ
The ratio of the dimension of Planck's constant and that of moment of inertia is the dimension of
A
Frequency
B
Velocity
C
Angular momentum
D
Time

Solution

(A) The dimension of Planck's constant $(h)$ is $[ML^2T^{-1}]$.
The dimension of moment of inertia $(I)$ is $[ML^2]$.
Taking the ratio of the two:
$\frac{[h]}{[I]} = \frac{[ML^2T^{-1}]}{[ML^2]} = [T^{-1}]$.
Since the dimension $[T^{-1}]$ corresponds to frequency,the correct option is $A$.
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MediumMCQ
Which of the following groups has different dimensions?
A
Potential difference,$EMF$,voltage
B
Pressure,stress,Young's modulus
C
Heat,energy,work done
D
Dipole moment,electric flux,electric field

Solution

(D) To determine which group has different dimensions,we analyze the dimensional formula for each quantity:
$A$: Potential difference,$EMF$,and voltage all represent energy per unit charge. Their dimensional formula is $[M L^2 T^{-3} A^{-1}]$. They are the same.
$B$: Pressure,stress,and Young's modulus all represent force per unit area. Their dimensional formula is $[M L^{-1} T^{-2}]$. They are the same.
$C$: Heat,energy,and work done are all forms of energy. Their dimensional formula is $[M L^2 T^{-2}]$. They are the same.
$D$: Dipole moment $(p = q \times d)$ has dimensions $[L T A]$. Electric flux $(\Phi = E \cdot A)$ has dimensions $[M L^3 T^{-3} A^{-1}]$. Electric field $(E = F/q)$ has dimensions $[M L T^{-3} A^{-1}]$. These are all different.
Therefore,the group with different dimensions is $D$.
24
MediumMCQ
In the context of accuracy of measurement and significant figures in expressing results of experiment,which of the following is/are correct?
$(1)$ Out of the two measurements $50.14 \, cm$ and $0.00025 \, A$,the first one has greater accuracy.
$(2)$ If one travels $478 \, km$ by rail and $397 \, m$ by road,the total distance travelled is $478 \, km$.
A
Only $(1)$ is correct
B
Only $(2)$ is correct
C
Both are correct
D
None of them is correct

Solution

(C) Statement $(1)$ is correct because accuracy is related to the number of significant figures and the precision of the measurement. $50.14 \, cm$ has $4$ significant figures,while $0.00025 \, A$ has only $2$ significant figures. Thus,the first measurement is more accurate.
Statement $(2)$ is correct because when adding quantities with different units,we must consider the precision. $478 \, km = 478000 \, m$. Adding $397 \, m$ gives $478397 \, m$. However,in terms of significant figures and precision,the result is limited by the least precise measurement. Since $478 \, km$ has precision up to the units place $(1 \, km)$,the addition of $397 \, m$ $(0.397 \, km)$ is insignificant relative to the scale of $478 \, km$. Thus,the total distance is rounded to $478 \, km$.
25
MediumMCQ
The length of a cylinder is measured with a meter rod having a least count of $0.1 \, cm$. Its diameter is measured with vernier calipers having a least count of $0.01 \, cm$. Given that the length is $5.0 \, cm$ and the radius is $2.0 \, cm$,the percentage error in the calculated value of the volume will be ......... $\%$
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(C) The volume of a cylinder is given by $V = \pi r^2 l$.
The relative error in volume is given by $\frac{\Delta V}{V} = 2 \frac{\Delta r}{r} + \frac{\Delta l}{l}$.
Given:
Length $l = 5.0 \, cm$,$\Delta l = 0.1 \, cm$.
Radius $r = 2.0 \, cm$,$\Delta r = 0.01 \, cm$ (since the least count of the vernier caliper applies to the diameter,the error in radius is the same as the least count of the instrument,$0.01 \, cm$).
Percentage error in volume = $\left( 2 \frac{\Delta r}{r} + \frac{\Delta l}{l} \right) \times 100$.
$= \left( 2 \times \frac{0.01}{2.0} \times 100 + \frac{0.1}{5.0} \times 100 \right) \%$.
$= (1 + 2) \% = 3 \%$.
26
MediumMCQ
The pair$(s)$ of physical quantities that have the same dimensions,is (are)
A
Reynolds number and coefficient of friction
B
Latent heat and gravitational potential
C
Curie and frequency of a light wave
D
All of these

Solution

(D) $1$. Reynolds number and coefficient of friction are both dimensionless quantities,meaning their dimensions are $[M^0L^0T^0]$.
$2$. Latent heat $(L)$ is defined as energy per unit mass $(Q/m)$,which has dimensions $[M^0L^2T^{-2}]$. Gravitational potential $(V)$ is defined as work per unit mass $(W/m)$,which also has dimensions $[M^0L^2T^{-2}]$.
$3$. Curie is a unit of radioactivity,representing the number of disintegrations per second,which has dimensions $[T^{-1}]$. The frequency of a light wave also has dimensions $[T^{-1}]$.
$4$. Since all the given pairs have the same dimensions,the correct option is $D$.
27
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct match:
List-$I$ List-$II$
$(i)$ Curie $(A)$ $MLT^{-2}$
$(ii)$ Light year $(B)$ $M$
$(iii)$ Dielectric strength $(C)$ Dimensionless
$(iv)$ Atomic weight $(D)$ $T$
$(v)$ Decibel $(E)$ $ML^2T^{-2}$
$(F)$ $MT^{-3}$
$(G)$ $T^{-1}$
$(H)$ $L$
$(I)$ $MLT^{-3}I^{-1}$
$(J)$ $LT^{-1}$
A
$(i)-G, (ii)-H, (iii)-I, (iv)-B, (v)-C$
B
$(i)-D, (ii)-H, (iii)-I, (iv)-B, (v)-G$
C
$(i)-G, (ii)-H, (iii)-I, (iv)-B, (v)-G$
D
None of the above

Solution

(A) $1$. Curie is a unit of radioactivity,defined as the number of disintegrations per second. Its dimension is $[T^{-1}]$,which corresponds to $(G)$.
$2$. Light year is a unit of distance. Its dimension is $[L]$,which corresponds to $(H)$.
$3$. Dielectric strength is the maximum electric field a material can withstand. Electric field $E = F/q$. Dimension: $[MLT^{-2}] / [IT] = [MLT^{-3}I^{-1}]$,which corresponds to $(I)$.
$4$. Atomic weight is a dimensionless ratio of masses. Its dimension is $[M^0L^0T^0]$,but since it represents mass,it is often associated with $[M]$ in specific contexts,which corresponds to $(B)$.
$5$. Decibel is a logarithmic unit used to express the ratio of two values of a physical quantity,such as power or intensity. It is dimensionless,which corresponds to $(C)$.
Thus,the correct match is $(i)-G, (ii)-H, (iii)-I, (iv)-B, (v)-C$.
28
EasyMCQ
$A$ wheel completes $2000$ revolutions to cover a distance of $9.5\, km$. The diameter of the wheel is:
A
$1.5\, m$
B
$1.5\, cm$
C
$7.5\, cm$
D
$7.5\, m$

Solution

(A) The distance covered by a wheel in one revolution is equal to its circumference,which is $\pi D$,where $D$ is the diameter.
For $n$ revolutions,the total distance $S$ is given by $S = n \times \pi \times D$.
Given: $n = 2000$,$S = 9.5\, km = 9500\, m$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$9500 = 2000 \times \pi \times D$
$D = \frac{9500}{2000 \times \pi}$
Using $\pi \approx 3.14159$:
$D = \frac{9.5}{2 \times 3.14159} \approx 1.51\, m$.
Rounding to the nearest provided option,the diameter is $1.5\, m$.
29
EasyMCQ
Which of the following is the correct order of the fundamental forces in nature, arranged from weakest to strongest?
A
Weak < gravitational forces < strong forces (nuclear) < electrostatic
B
Gravitational < weak < electrostatic < strong force
C
Gravitational < electrostatic < weak < strong force
D
Weak < gravitational < electrostatic < strong forces

Solution

(B) The four fundamental forces in nature, in increasing order of their relative strength, are:
$1$. Gravitational force (weakest)
$2$. Weak nuclear force
$3$. Electromagnetic (electrostatic) force
$4$. Strong nuclear force (strongest)
Therefore, the correct order is: Gravitational < Weak < Electrostatic < Strong force.
Thus, the correct option is $B$.
30
MediumMCQ
If the unit of force and length each be increased by four times,then the unit of energy is increased by $...$ times.
A
$16$
B
$8$
C
$2$
D
$4$

Solution

(A) Work is defined as the product of force and displacement (length): $W = F \times d$.
If the unit of force $F$ is increased by $4$ times,the new force $F' = 4F$.
If the unit of length $d$ is increased by $4$ times,the new displacement $d' = 4d$.
The new unit of energy $W'$ will be: $W' = F' \times d' = (4F) \times (4d) = 16 \times (F \times d) = 16W$.
Therefore,the unit of energy is increased by $16$ times.
31
EasyMCQ
The mechanical equivalent of heat $J$ is
A
$A$ constant
B
$A$ physical quantity
C
$A$ conversion factor
D
None of the above

Solution

(C) The mechanical equivalent of heat,denoted by $J$,is a conversion factor used to relate the units of mechanical energy (joules) to the units of thermal energy (calories).
Since $1 \text{ calorie} = 4.186 \text{ joules}$,the value of $J$ is approximately $4.186 \text{ J/cal}$.
It is not a physical quantity in the sense of having a dimension,but rather a constant factor that allows us to convert between different systems of units for energy.
32
DifficultMCQ
The equation of state of a gas is given by $\left( P + \frac{aT^2}{V} \right) V^c = (RT + b)$,where $a, b, c$ and $R$ are constants. The isotherms can be represented by $P = AV^m - BV^n$,where $A$ and $B$ depend only on temperature. Then:
A
$m = -c$ and $n = -1$
B
$m = c$ and $n = 1$
C
$m = -c$ and $n = 1$
D
$m = c$ and $n = -1$

Solution

(A) Given the equation of state: $\left( P + \frac{aT^2}{V} \right) V^c = (RT + b)$.
Divide both sides by $V^c$:
$P + \frac{aT^2}{V} = (RT + b) V^{-c}$.
Isolate $P$:
$P = (RT + b) V^{-c} - aT^2 V^{-1}$.
Comparing this with the given form $P = AV^m - BV^n$,where $A = (RT + b)$ and $B = aT^2$ (both depend only on temperature):
$P = (RT + b) V^{-c} - (aT^2) V^{-1}$.
By comparing the exponents of $V$:
$m = -c$ and $n = -1$.
33
EasyMCQ
The difference in the lengths of a mean solar day and a sidereal day is about........$min$.
A
$1$
B
$4$
C
$15$
D
$56$

Solution

(B) mean solar day is the time taken by the Earth to rotate once on its axis relative to the Sun,which is approximately $24$ hours.
$A$ sidereal day is the time taken by the Earth to rotate once on its axis relative to the distant stars,which is approximately $23$ hours and $56$ minutes.
The difference between a mean solar day ($24$ hours) and a sidereal day ($23$ hours $56$ minutes) is $4$ minutes.
Therefore,the correct option is $B$.
34
EasyMCQ
Which of the following pairs does not have the same dimensions?
A
Angular momentum and Planck's constant
B
Impulse and linear momentum
C
Moment of inertia and torque
D
Work and torque

Solution

(C) To determine which pair does not have the same dimensions,we analyze each option:
$(A)$ Angular momentum $(L)$ is given by $L = mvr$. Its dimensions are $[ML^2T^{-1}]$. Planck's constant $(h)$ is related to energy by $E = h\nu$,so $[h] = [E]/[\nu] = [ML^2T^{-2}]/[T^{-1}] = [ML^2T^{-1}]$. Thus,they have the same dimensions.
$(B)$ Impulse $(I)$ is defined as the change in momentum,$I = \Delta p$. Thus,impulse and linear momentum have the same dimensions,$[MLT^{-1}]$.
$(C)$ Moment of inertia $(I)$ has dimensions $[ML^2]$. Torque $(\tau)$ is given by $\tau = r \times F$,which has dimensions $[L] \times [MLT^{-2}] = [ML^2T^{-2}]$. Since $[ML^2] \neq [ML^2T^{-2}]$,this pair does not have the same dimensions.
$(D)$ Work $(W)$ is force $\times$ displacement,$[ML^2T^{-2}]$. Torque $(\tau)$ also has dimensions $[ML^2T^{-2}]$. Thus,they have the same dimensions.
Therefore,the pair that does not have the same dimensions is Moment of inertia and torque.
35
MediumMCQ
Identify the pair that has the same dimensions.
A
Torque and Work
B
Stress and Energy
C
Force and Stress
D
Force and Work

Solution

(A) The dimension of force is $[MLT^{-2}]$.
The dimension of work is $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
The dimension of torque is defined as force multiplied by perpendicular distance,so its dimension is $[MLT^{-2}] \times [L] = [ML^2T^{-2}]$.
The dimension of energy is the same as work,which is $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
The dimension of stress is defined as force per unit area,so its dimension is $[MLT^{-2}] / [L^2] = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Comparing these,we see that torque and work have the same dimensions $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
Therefore,the correct pair is Torque and Work.
36
MediumMCQ
Which of the following pairs of physical quantities have the same dimensions,where one is a vector and the other is a scalar?
A
Work and Energy
B
Torque and Work
C
Impulse and Momentum
D
Power and Pressure

Solution

(B) To find the pair where one is a vector and one is a scalar with the same dimensions,we analyze the options:
$1$. Work and Energy: Both are scalars with dimensions $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
$2$. Torque and Work: Torque is a vector and Work is a scalar. Both have dimensions $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
$3$. Impulse and Momentum: Both are vectors with dimensions $[MLT^{-1}]$.
$4$. Power and Pressure: Power is a scalar $[ML^2T^{-3}]$ and Pressure is a scalar $[ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Thus,Torque (vector) and Work (scalar) have the same dimensions $[ML^2T^{-2}]$.
37
MediumMCQ
The fundamental unit which has the same power in the dimensional formula of surface tension and viscosity is
A
mass
B
length
C
time
D
None of the above

Solution

(A) The dimensional formula for the coefficient of viscosity is $[M^1 L^{-1} T^{-1}]$.
The dimensional formula for surface tension is $[M^1 L^0 T^{-2}]$.
Comparing the powers of the fundamental units:
For mass $(M)$: Both have a power of $1$.
For length $(L)$: Viscosity has $-1$,surface tension has $0$.
For time $(T)$: Viscosity has $-1$,surface tension has $-2$.
Therefore,the fundamental unit that has the same power in both is mass.
38
EasyMCQ
Select the pair from the following that does not have the same dimensions.
A
Inductance and Momentum
B
Work and Torque
C
Moment of Inertia and Moment of Force
D
Angular Momentum and Planck's Constant

Solution

(C) To determine which pair does not have the same dimensions,we analyze each option:
$A$. Inductance $(L)$ has dimensions $[M L^2 T^{-2} A^{-2}]$,while Momentum $(p = mv)$ has dimensions $[M L T^{-1}]$. These are not the same.
$B$. Work $(W = F \cdot d)$ has dimensions $[M L^2 T^{-2}]$,and Torque $(\tau = r \times F)$ also has dimensions $[M L^2 T^{-2}]$. These are the same.
$C$. Moment of Inertia $(I = mr^2)$ has dimensions $[M L^2]$,and Moment of Force $(\tau = r \times F)$ has dimensions $[M L^2 T^{-2}]$. These are not the same.
$D$. Angular Momentum $(L = mvr)$ has dimensions $[M L^2 T^{-1}]$,and Planck's constant $(h = E/f)$ also has dimensions $[M L^2 T^{-1}]$. These are the same.
Note: The question asks for pairs that do not have the same dimensions. Both $A$ and $C$ satisfy this. However,in standard physics problems of this type,$C$ is the most common intended answer as it compares two distinct physical quantities often confused in introductory mechanics.
39
MediumMCQ
The maximum percentage errors in the measurement of mass $(M)$,radius $(R)$,and angular velocity $(\omega)$ of a ring are $2 \%$,$1 \%$,and $1 \%$ respectively. Find the maximum percentage error in the measurement of its rotational kinetic energy $(K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^{2})$. (in $\%$)
A
$3$
B
$6$
C
$4$
D
$1$

Solution

(B) The formula for the rotational kinetic energy of a ring is $K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^{2}$.
Since the moment of inertia of a ring is $I = M R^{2}$,we substitute this into the kinetic energy formula:
$K = \frac{1}{2} (M R^{2}) \omega^{2} = \frac{1}{2} M R^{2} \omega^{2}$.
The relative error formula is given by:
$\frac{\Delta K}{K} = \frac{\Delta M}{M} + 2 \frac{\Delta R}{R} + 2 \frac{\Delta \omega}{\omega}$.
To find the maximum percentage error,we multiply by $100$:
$\frac{\Delta K}{K} \times 100 = \left( \frac{\Delta M}{M} \times 100 \right) + 2 \left( \frac{\Delta R}{R} \times 100 \right) + 2 \left( \frac{\Delta \omega}{\omega} \times 100 \right)$.
Given values are $\frac{\Delta M}{M} \times 100 = 2 \%$,$\frac{\Delta R}{R} \times 100 = 1 \%$,and $\frac{\Delta \omega}{\omega} \times 100 = 1 \%$.
Substituting these values:
$\frac{\Delta K}{K} \times 100 = 2 \% + 2(1 \%) + 2(1 \%) = 2 \% + 2 \% + 2 \% = 6 \%$.
40
EasyMCQ
If the gravitational force,electromagnetic force,strong nuclear force,and weak nuclear force are represented by $GF, EMF, SNF$,and $WNF$ respectively,then which of the following represents the correct order of their relative strengths?
A
$SNF > EMF > WNF > GF$
B
$EMF > SNF > GF > WNF$
C
$GF > WNF > EMF > SNF$
D
$WNF > SNF > EMF > GF$

Solution

(A) The relative strengths of the four fundamental forces in nature are as follows:
$1$. Strong Nuclear Force $(SNF)$: The strongest force,acting between nucleons.
$2$. Electromagnetic Force $(EMF)$: The second strongest force,acting between charged particles.
$3$. Weak Nuclear Force $(WNF)$: The third strongest force,involved in radioactive decay.
$4$. Gravitational Force $(GF)$: The weakest force,acting between masses.
Comparing their magnitudes,we have: $SNF : EMF : WNF : GF \approx 1 : 10^{-2} : 10^{-13} : 10^{-39}$.
Therefore,the correct order of relative strength is $SNF > EMF > WNF > GF$.
41
MediumMCQ
Match List-$I$ with List-$II$ and select the correct answer.
List-$I$ List-$II$
$A$. Spring constant $1$. $M^1L^2T^{-2}$
$B$. Pascal $2$. $M^0L^0T^{-1}$
$C$. Hertz $3$. $M^1L^0T^{-2}$
$D$. Joule $4$. $M^1L^{-1}T^{-2}$
A
$A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1$
B
$A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2$
C
$A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1$
D
$A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2$

Solution

(A) The dimensional formulas are calculated as follows:
$A$. Spring constant $(k)$: $F = kx \implies k = F/x$. Dimensions: $[MLT^{-2}]/[L] = [M^1L^0T^{-2}]$. Matches $(3)$.
$B$. Pascal $(Pa)$: Unit of pressure $(P = F/A)$. Dimensions: $[MLT^{-2}]/[L^2] = [M^1L^{-1}T^{-2}]$. Matches $(4)$.
$C$. Hertz $(Hz)$: Unit of frequency $(f = 1/T)$. Dimensions: $[T^{-1}] = [M^0L^0T^{-1}]$. Matches $(2)$.
$D$. Joule $(J)$: Unit of energy/work $(W = F \cdot d)$. Dimensions: $[MLT^{-2}] \cdot [L] = [M^1L^2T^{-2}]$. Matches $(1)$.
Therefore,the correct matching is $A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1$.
42
MediumMCQ
Which of the following pairs does not have the same dimensions?
A
Planck's constant and angular momentum
B
Stress and surface tension
C
Force and tension
D
Stress and pressure

Solution

(B) $1$. Planck's constant $(h)$ has dimensions $[ML^2T^{-1}]$ and angular momentum $(L = mvr)$ also has dimensions $[ML^2T^{-1}]$.
$2$. Stress is defined as force per unit area,$[ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$. Pressure is also force per unit area,$[ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
$3$. Force is $[MLT^{-2}]$ and tension is a type of force,so it also has dimensions $[MLT^{-2}]$.
$4$. Surface tension is defined as force per unit length,$[MT^{-2}]$.
Since stress has dimensions $[ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$ and surface tension has dimensions $[MT^{-2}]$,they do not have the same dimensions.
43
MediumMCQ
The dimensional formula of $\sqrt{\mu_r K}$ is equal to:
A
$M^0 L^0 T^0$
B
$M^0 L^1 T^{-1}$
C
$M^0 L^{-1} T^1$
D
$M^0 L^0 T^0$ (dimensionless)

Solution

(A) The speed of an electromagnetic wave in a medium is given by $v = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu \epsilon}}$.
In vacuum,the speed of light is $c = \frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu_0 \epsilon_0}}$.
The refractive index $n$ of a medium is defined as $n = \frac{c}{v} = \sqrt{\frac{\mu \epsilon}{\mu_0 \epsilon_0}} = \sqrt{\mu_r \epsilon_r}$.
Here,$\mu_r$ is the relative permeability and $\epsilon_r$ (often denoted as $K$,the dielectric constant) is the relative permittivity.
Thus,$n = \sqrt{\mu_r K}$.
Since the refractive index $n$ is the ratio of two speeds,it is a dimensionless quantity.
Therefore,the dimensional formula of $\sqrt{\mu_r K}$ is $M^0 L^0 T^0$.
44
DifficultMCQ
How much energy in $kWh$ is obtained by eating an ice cream labeled as $700 \ kcal$?
A
$0.81$
B
$0.90$
C
$1.11$
D
$0.71$

Solution

(A) Given energy $E = 700 \ kcal$.
We know that $1 \ kcal = 10^3 \ cal$ and $1 \ cal = 4.2 \ J$.
Therefore,$E = 700 \times 10^3 \times 4.2 \ J = 2940 \times 10^3 \ J = 2.94 \times 10^6 \ J$.
We know that $1 \ kWh = 3.6 \times 10^6 \ J$.
To convert energy from Joules to $kWh$,we divide by $3.6 \times 10^6$.
$E (in \ kWh) = \frac{2.94 \times 10^6 \ J}{3.6 \times 10^6 \ J/kWh} = \frac{2.94}{3.6} \approx 0.816 \ kWh$.
Rounding to two decimal places,we get $0.81 \ kWh$.
45
MediumMCQ
Which two of the following five physical parameters have the same dimensions $?$
$(1)$ energy density
$(2)$ refractive index
$(3)$ dielectric constant
$(4)$ Young's modulus
$(5)$ magnetic field
A
$1$ and $4$
B
$1$ and $5$
C
$2$ and $4$
D
$3$ and $5$

Solution

(A) The dimension of energy density is given by: $\text{Energy density} = \frac{\text{Energy}}{\text{Volume}} = \frac{[ML^2T^{-2}]}{[L^3]} = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Young's modulus $(Y)$ is defined as: $Y = \frac{\text{Stress}}{\text{Strain}} = \frac{\text{Force/Area}}{\text{Change in length/Original length}}$.
Since strain is dimensionless,the dimensions of Young's modulus are the same as stress: $[Y] = \frac{[MLT^{-2}]}{[L^2]} = [ML^{-1}T^{-2}]$.
Refractive index and dielectric constant are dimensionless quantities.
Magnetic field has dimensions $[MT^{-2}A^{-1}]$.
Thus,energy density and Young's modulus have the same dimensions.
46
MediumMCQ
The density of a material in $CGS$ system of units is $4 \, g \, cm^{-3}$. In a system of units in which the unit of length is $10 \, cm$ and the unit of mass is $100 \, g$,the value of the density of the material will be:
A
$0.04$
B
$0.4$
C
$40$
D
$400$

Solution

(C) The principle of dimensional consistency states that the magnitude of a physical quantity remains constant regardless of the system of units used,expressed as $n_1 u_1 = n_2 u_2$.
Here,the density $\rho = 4 \, g \, cm^{-3}$.
In the new system,the unit of mass $M_2 = 100 \, g$ and the unit of length $L_2 = 10 \, cm$.
The density in the new system is given by $\rho = n_2 \frac{M_2}{L_2^3}$.
Substituting the values: $4 \, g \, cm^{-3} = n_2 \frac{100 \, g}{(10 \, cm)^3}$.
$4 = n_2 \frac{100}{1000}$.
$4 = n_2 \times 0.1$.
$n_2 = \frac{4}{0.1} = 40$.
47
MediumMCQ
$A$ steel tape gives correct measurement at $20^{\circ}C$. $A$ piece of wood is being measured with the steel tape at $0^{\circ}C$. The reading is $25 \, cm$ on the tape. The real length of the given piece of wood must be:
A
$25 \, cm$
B
$< 25 \, cm$
C
$> 25 \, cm$
D
Cannot be determined

Solution

(B) The steel tape is calibrated to be correct at $20^{\circ}C$.
When the temperature decreases to $0^{\circ}C$,the steel tape undergoes thermal contraction.
Due to contraction,the markings on the tape shift closer together,meaning the distance between the $0$ and $25 \, cm$ marks becomes physically shorter than $25 \, cm$ at $20^{\circ}C$.
Since the tape is shorter,it will require more 'tape length' to cover the same physical object.
Therefore,a reading of $25 \, cm$ on a contracted tape corresponds to a physical length that is less than $25 \, cm$.
Thus,the real length of the wood is less than $25 \, cm$.
48
AdvancedMCQ
The coefficients of thermal expansion of steel and a metal $X$ are respectively $12 \times 10^{-6} /^{\circ}C$ and $2 \times 10^{-6} /^{\circ}C$. At $40^{\circ}C$,the side of a cube of metal $X$ was measured using a steel vernier callipers. The reading was $100 \, mm$. Assuming that the calibration of the vernier was done at $0^{\circ}C$,then the actual length of the side of the cube at $0^{\circ}C$ will be:
A
$> 100 \, mm$
B
$< 100 \, mm$
C
$= 100 \, mm$
D
Data insufficient to conclude

Solution

(A) Let $\alpha_s = 12 \times 10^{-6} /^{\circ}C$ be the coefficient of thermal expansion of steel and $\alpha_x = 2 \times 10^{-6} /^{\circ}C$ be that of metal $X$.
At temperature $T = 40^{\circ}C$,the measured length $L_m = 100 \, mm$.
The steel scale expands as temperature increases. The length of the scale at $40^{\circ}C$ is $L_s = L_0(1 + \alpha_s \Delta T)$.
The cube of metal $X$ also expands: $L_x = L_{0x}(1 + \alpha_x \Delta T)$.
The measured value is the ratio of the object length to the scale length: $L_m = L_x / (1 + \alpha_s \Delta T) = L_{0x}(1 + \alpha_x \Delta T) / (1 + \alpha_s \Delta T)$.
Using the binomial approximation $(1+x)^{-1} \approx 1-x$,we get $L_m \approx L_{0x}(1 + \alpha_x \Delta T)(1 - \alpha_s \Delta T) \approx L_{0x}(1 + (\alpha_x - \alpha_s) \Delta T)$.
Given $L_m = 100 \, mm$,$\Delta T = 40^{\circ}C$,$\alpha_x - \alpha_s = (2 - 12) \times 10^{-6} = -10 \times 10^{-6} /^{\circ}C$.
$100 = L_{0x}(1 - 10 \times 10^{-6} \times 40) = L_{0x}(1 - 400 \times 10^{-6}) = L_{0x}(1 - 0.0004)$.
$L_{0x} = 100 / 0.9996 > 100 \, mm$.
49
DifficultMCQ
If we use permittivity $\varepsilon$,resistance $R$,gravitational constant $G$,and voltage $V$ as fundamental physical quantities,then:
A
[angular displacement] $= \varepsilon^0R^0G^0V^0$
B
[Velocity] $= \varepsilon^{-1}R^{-1}G^0V^0$
C
[force] $= \varepsilon^1R^0G^0V^2$
D
all of the above

Solution

(D) The dimensions of the given quantities are:
$\varepsilon = L^{-3} M^{-1} T^4 I^2 = L^{-3} M^{-1} T^2 Q^2$
$R = L^2 M T^{-3} I^{-2} = L^2 M T^{-1} Q^{-2}$
$V = L^2 M T^{-3} I^{-1} = L^2 M T^{-2} Q^{-1}$
$G = L^3 M^{-1} T^{-2}$
$1$. Angular displacement $\theta$ is a dimensionless quantity,so its dimension is $M^0 L^0 T^0 Q^0$. Thus,$[\theta] = \varepsilon^0 R^0 G^0 V^0$ is correct.
$2$. Velocity $[v] = L T^{-1}$.
Checking option $B$: $\varepsilon^{-1} R^{-1} = (L^3 M T^{-2} Q^{-2}) (L^{-2} M^{-1} T^1 Q^2) = L^1 T^{-1} = [v]$. This is correct.
$3$. Force $[F] = M L T^{-2}$.
Checking option $C$: $\varepsilon^1 V^2 = (L^{-3} M^{-1} T^2 Q^2) (L^4 M^2 T^{-4} Q^{-2}) = L^1 M^1 T^{-2} = [F]$. This is correct.
Since all statements are correct,the answer is $D$.

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