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1.

The increasing order of electron affinity isA. `N lt O lt Cl ltAl`B. `OltNltAlltCl`C. `AlltNltOltCl`D. `ClltNltOltAl`

Answer» Correct Answer - 3
2.

Eka-aluminium and Eka -silicon are known as :A. Gallium and GermaniumB. Aluminium and SiliconC. Iron and SulphurD. Proton and Silicon

Answer» Correct Answer - 1
3.

One mole of complex compound `Co(NH_3)_5Cl_3` gives 3 moles of ions on dissolution in water. One mole of same complex reacts with two moles of `AgNO_3` to yield two moles of `AgCl(s)`. The complex is:A. ` Co(NH_2)_4Cl_2]Cl_2] Cl.NH_3`B. `[Co(NH_3)_4Cl]Cl_2.NH_3`C. `[Co(NH_3)_5Cl]Cl_2`D. ` [Co(NH_3)_3].2NH_3`

Answer» Correct Answer - C
`[Co(NH_(3))_(5)Cl]Cl_(2) overset(H_(2)O)(rarr)[Co(NH_(3))_(5)Cl]^(+)+2Cl^(-)`
`2AgNO_(3) 2Cl^(-) rarr 2AgCl+2NO_(3)^(-)`.
4.

Cerium `(Z= 58)` is an important nember of the lanthanoids . Which of the following statements about cerium is incorrect ?A. Cerium (IV) acts as an oxidizing agentB. The `+3` oxidationg state of cerium is more stable than the ` +4` oxidation stateC. The ` +4` oxdation state of cerium is not known in solutionsD. The common oxidation states of cerium are ` +3` and `+4` .

Answer» Correct Answer - C
`Ce^(4+)` is oxidizing agent and known in solution
`Ce^(4+)+Fe^(2+)rarrCe^(3+)+Fe^(3+)`.
5.

The weakest interparticle forces are present in :A. themosetting polymersB. thermo,astic poymersC. fibersD. elastomers

Answer» Correct Answer - D
Polymer chain in elastomer are held together by weak intermolecular forces , e.g., vulcanized rubber .
6.

The destruction of the biological bature and activity of proteins by heat or chemical agent is called :A. dehydrationB. denaturationC. denitrogentionD. deamination

Answer» Correct Answer - B
A fter denaturation, soluble proteins become insoluble the process which vbring in the charnges in physical and biological acitvity of proteins .
7.

Whin ` (NH_4)_2SO_4` are heated, we get :A. nitrogenB. carbon dioxideC. biuretD. ammonium carbonte

Answer» Correct Answer - C
`NH_(4)CNOoverset(Delta)(rarr)NH_(2)underset("Urea")(NH_(2)CONH_(2)) overset(Delta)(rarr)NH_(2)underset("Biuret")(CONHCONH_(2))`
8.

Which of the following statements is not correct ?A. `La(OH)_(3)` is less basic then `Li(OH)_(3)`B. In lanthaniode series, ionic radius of `Ln^(3+)` ion decreases.C. La is actually an element of transition series rather than langthaniodes.D. Atomic radius of Zn and Hf are same because of lanthaniode contraction.

Answer» Correct Answer - 1
`La(OH)_(3)` is more basic than `Li(OH)_(3)` . In lanthaniodes the basic character o fhydroxides decreases as the ionic radius decreases.
9.

The arrangement of x- ions around A+ ion in solid AX is given in the figure

Answer»

The correct option is

According to the given figure, A+ is present in the octahedral void of X The limiting radius in the octahedral void is related to the radius of the sphere as

rvoid= 0.414sphere

r= 0.414r

=0.414 × 250pm

=103.5

 = 104 pm

10.

Xand Y are two volatile liquids with molar weight 10g mol-1 and 40g mol-1, respectively.

Answer»

The correct answer is increased collision frequency of X with the inert gas as compared to that of Y with the inert gas

  • X is a lighter gas than Y, hence X  has greater molecular speed. 
  • Due to the greater molecular speed of X, it will have a smaller mean free path and greater collision frequency with the inert gas molecules. 
  • As a result, X will take more time to travel a given distance along a straight line.
  • Hence X and Y will meet at a distance smaller than one calculated from Graham's law
11.

How much amount of NaCl should be added to 600 g of water (ρ= 1.00 g/mL) to decrease the freezing point of water to – 0.2 °C ? ______. (The freezing point depression constant for water = 2K kg mol–1)

Answer»

ΔTf = i x m Kf

0.2 = 2 x 2 x (w/58.5)/(600/1000)

w = 1.755gm

ΔTf = 0.2 = 2 x n/600 x 1000 x 2

n = 0.1 x 0.6/2 = 0.03moles

mass of Nacl = 0.03 x 58.5

= 1.755

12.

Transistor is used to converta) Half waveb) Full wavec) Bothd) none

Answer»

The correct option is (b) Full wave.

Transistor is used to convert full wave

A transistor is used in an amplfier and if it is properly biased and can be used as an oscilator when the gain of the amplifier is infinite. Therefore it can convert its dc power into an ac full cycle and it has frequency according to its components values like f depends on L and C.

13.

An electric  bulb marked as 50w -200v is connected across a 100v supply. The power consumed by the bulb  at present isA) 37.5wB) 25wC) 12.5wD) 10w

Answer» Power of bulb (P) = V^2/R

Where V is the voltage and R is the resistance of the bulb. Here Powe =50W when voltage = 200V.

So R =V^2/P=200^2/50=800ohm.

When supply voltage is 100V then

Power =100^2/800=12.5W
14.

A mass m is attached to a thin wire and whirled in a vertical circle. The wire is most likely to break when: (1) the mass is at the highest point (2) the wire is horizontal (3) the mass is at the lowest point (4) inclined at an angle of 60° from vertical

Answer»

Answer given below:

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15.

An object of mass 60 kg is taken onto moon where acceleration due to gravity is of 6 acceleration due to gravity of earth, its mass on moon is

Answer»

We know that,

The mass is physical quantity of an object which is independent of gravitational force. so it will remain same on the moon.

16.

In series LCR circuit, to increase the resonant frequency:(1) The angular frequency of the source should be increased(2) One more capacitor is connected in series with C(3) One more resistance is connected in series(4) One more inductor is connected in series

Answer»

Correct option is (2) One more capacitor is connected in series with C

\(\omega_r = \frac1{\sqrt{LC}}\), to increase \(\omega_r\), the capacitance is to be decreased.

17.

To increase the resonant frequency in series LCR circuit, (A) Source frequency should be increased(B) Another resistance should be added in series with the first resistance.(C) Another capacitor should be added in series with the first capacitor(D) The source frequency should be decreased

Answer»

Correct option is (C) Another capacitor should be added in series with the first capacitor

\(f = \frac1{2\pi\sqrt{LC}}\)

To increase the resonating frequency product of L and C should decrease. 

By joining capacitor in series, capacitor will decrease

18.

A 12.5 eV electron-beam is used to excite a gaseous hydrogen atom at room temperature. Determine the wavelength and the corresponding series of lines emitted.

Answer»

The wavelength of emitted series is 99.2nm and this belongs to the Lyman series of Bohr's Hydrogen spectrum.
The wavelength of series emitted during transition is given by the formula.
hc/E=1
E=12.5eV
hc=1240eV
Therefore wavelength of emitted series is:
I=1240/12.5=99.2nm
This belongs to the Lyman series of Bohr's Hydrogen spectrum.

19.

In hydrogen atom if the difference in the energy of the electron in n=2 and n=3 orbits is E,  then ionization energy of hydrogen atom isA) 13.2EB)7.2EC)5.6ED)3.2E

Answer»

we know the energy of electron in n th orbit of Hydrogen

En = -K/n^2ev, k = constant

So the difference in the energy of the electron in n=2 and n=3 orbits is

E = E3 – E= -K[1/3^2-1/2^2] = K*5/36

=>K = 7.2E

Now ionization energy of hydrogen atom is the energy required to promote electron from n=1  to n=

So This ionization energy = -K{1/∞^2-1/1^2]=K =7,2E

Hence option (B) is accepted

20.

Which of the following statement is correct?(A) In primary rainbow, observer sees red colour on the top and violet on the bottom(B) In primary rainbow, observer sees violet colour on the top and red on the bottom(C) In primary rainbow, light wave suffers total internal reflection twice before coming out of water drops(D) Primary rainbow is less bright than secondary rainbow.

Answer»

Correct option is (A) In primary rainbow, observer sees red colour on the top and violet on the bottom

In primary rainbow, red colour is at top and violet is at bottom. Intensity of secondary rainbow is less in comparison to primary rainbow.

21.

The resistance of two resistance wires are R1 = (100 ± 5)Ω and R2 = (200 ± 7)Ω are connected in series. Find the maximum absolute error in the equivalent resistance of the combination.(a) 35Ω         (b) 12Ω         (c) 4Ω           (d) 9Ω

Answer»

 (b) 12Ω

Explanation:

Series connection = R1 + R2

equivalent resistance = R = R1 + R2

 = (100 ± 5) + (200 ± 7)

= 300 ± 12Ω

 maximum absolute error = 12Ω 

22.

The periodic time of simple pendulum is T = 2π√(ℓ/g) relative error in the measurement of T and ℓ are ±a and ±b respectively find relative error in the measurement of g(a) a + b       (b) 2b + a     (c) 2a + b      (d) a – b

Answer»

(c) 2a + b

Explanation:

T = 2π √(ℓ/g)

 ∴        T2 = (2π)2(ℓ/g)

  ∴        g = [(4π2ℓ) / (T2)]

(Δg / g) = (Δℓ / ℓ) + 2 (ΔT / T)

    = b + 2a 

23.

Find \( \frac{d y}{d x} \), if \( y=\tan ^{-1}\left(\frac{\cos x-\sin x}{\cos x+\sin x}\right) \).

Answer»

y = tan-1(\(\frac{cos x - sin x}{cos x + sin x}\))

 = tan-1(\(\frac{1-tan x}{1+tan x}\)) (On dividing numerator and denominator by cos x)

 = tan-1(\(\frac{tan \pi/4-tan x}{1+tan \pi/4 tan x}\))

 = tan-1(tan(\(\pi/4-x\)))

 = \(\pi/4-x\)

\(\therefore\) \(\frac{dy}{dx}=\frac{d}{dx}(\frac{\pi}4-x)=-1\)

24.

For a sphere having volume is given by V = (4/3)πr3 What is the equation of the relative error (ΔV / V) in measurement of the volume V ?(a)  3(Δr / r) (b) 4 (Δr / r)  (c) (4/3) (Δr / r)   (d) (1/3) (Δr / r)

Answer»

 (a)  3(Δr / r)

Explanation:

V = (4/3)πr3

 (ΔV / V) = 3(Δr / r)   

25.

Solve by the method of elimination : (√3 + √2)x – (√2 - √5 ) y = 0; (√2 - √5 )x + (√3 + √2) y = 0

Answer»

(√3 + √2)x - (√2 - √5)y = 0 -----(1)

(√2 - √5)x + (√3 + √2)y = 0---(2)

Multiplying equation (1) by (√3 + √2) & equation (2) (√2 - √5), we get

(√3 + √2)2x - (√3 + √2) (√2 - √5)y = 0---(3)

(√2 - √5)2x + (√3 + √2) (√2 - √5)y = 0---(4)

By adding equation (3) and (4) we get

((√3 + √2)2 + (√2 - √5)2)x = 0

⇒ x = 0

(\(\because\) (√3 + √2)2 > 0 &  (√2 - √5)2 > 0 ⇒ (√3 + √2)2 + (√2 - √5)2 \(\neq0\))

Put x = 0 in equation (2) we get

(√3 + √2)y = 0

⇒ y = 0 (\(\because\) \(\sqrt3+\sqrt2\neq0\))

Hence, solution of given system of equations is x = 0, y = 0

26.

The electric field in a certain region of space is \( (5 \hat{i}+4 \hat{j}-4 \hat{k}) \times 10^{5} NC ^{-1} \). Calculate electric flux due to this field over an area of \( (2 \hat{i}-\hat{j}) \times 10^{-2} m ^{2} \).(Ans. \( 6 \times 10^{3} Nm ^{2} C ^{-1} \) )

Answer»
The formula for electric flux is given by

      Electric flux = Electric field * Area 

Use this formula to calculate flux and for the multiplication of the electric field and area dot product will be used 
27.

\( 4 x+\frac{y}{3}=\frac{8}{3} ; \frac{x}{2}+\frac{y}{4}=\frac{-5}{2} \)

Answer»

\(4x +\frac{y}{3} =\frac {8}{3}\)

⇒ 12 x + y = 8  — (1) ( on multiplying both sides by 3)

and \(\frac{x}{2}+\frac{y}{4}=-\frac{5}{2}\)

⇒ 2x + y = -10 — (2) ( on multiplying both sides by 4)

subtract equation (2) from (1) , we get

(12x+y) - (2x+y) = 8 - (-10)

⇒ 10x = 18

⇒ x = \(\frac{18}{10}=\frac{9}{5}\)

∴ from (2), we obtain

\(\frac{18}{5}+y=-10\)

⇒ y = -10 - \(\frac{18}{5}\) = \(\frac{−50−18}{5}=\frac{−68}{5}\)

28.

Match the correct column. (Column" A ")(Column" B ")(i)  1 + cot2θ (a) sin θ(ii)  sec θ(b)  0(iii)  sin2​ ​​​​​​θ + cos2θ(c)  √3(iv)  tan 60°(d)  1(v)  cos(90-θ)(e)  cosec2θ(f)  1/cos θ(g)  1/√3

Answer»
(Column" A ")(Column" B ")
(i)  1 + cot2θ (e)  cosec2θ
(ii)  sec θ(f)  1/cos θ
(iii)  sin2​ ​​​​​​θ + cos2θ(d)  1
(iv)  tan 60°(c)  √3
(v)  cos(90-θ)(a) sin θ

29.

Fill in the blanks A quadratic equation ax2 + bx + c = 0 has no real root if ____.

Answer»

A quadratic equation ax2 + bx + c = 0 has no real root if 

D < 0, where D is discriminant

b2 – 4ac < 0.

30.

If  α and β are the zeroes of the quadratic polynomial ax2 + bx + c, then the value of  α x β  is (A)  c/a(B)  a/c(C)  –c/a(D)  –a/c

Answer»

Correct option  (A) c/a 

Explanation:

Given quadratic polynomial ax2 + bx + c zeroes = α and  β.

∴  product of roots = constant term/coefficient of  x2

α . β = c/a.

31.

The zeroes of the polynomial x2 – 3 will be (a)  ±√3(b)  ± 3(c)  3(d)  9

Answer»

Correct option  (a)  ±√3

Explanation:

Given polynomial x2 – 3

zeroes of x2 – 3

x2 – 3 = 0 

x2 = 3

Taking square root both sides.

x =  ±√3

32.

The speed(v) of a particle moving along a straight line is given by `v=(t^(2)+3t-4` where v is in m/s and t in seconds. Find time t at which the particle will momentarily come to rest.

Answer» When particle comes to rest, v=0.
So `t^(2)+3t-4=0rArr t=(-3+-sqrt(9-4(1)(-4)))/(2(1))rArr t=1 "or" -4`
Neglect negative value of t, Hence t=1 s
33.

Calculate `sqrt(0.99)`

Answer» `sqrt(0.99)=(1-0.01)^(1//2)approx1-(1)/(2)(0.01)approx1-0.005approx 0.995`
34.

Find a quadratic polynomial, the sum and product of whose zeroes are – 3 and 2.

Answer»

Given sum of zeroes = – 3

product of zeroes = 3

We know quadratic polynomial 

= x2 – (sum of zeroes) x + (product of zeroes)

= x2 – (– 3)x + (2) 

= x2 + 3x + 2

35.

If the centripetal force is of the form mavbrc find the values of a, b and c (a) 1,2,1       (b) 1,2,–1      (c) 1,3,–2      (d) –1,3,–1

Answer»

(b) 1,2,–1

Explanation:

centripetal force =(mv2 / r) = mv2r–1

 hence a = 1, b = 2, c = – 1 

36.

How many parallel tangents of a circle ?

Answer»

There are always two parallel tangents about a diameter.

37.

The power factor of L-R circuit is(a) R+ WL(b) R/√(R2 + W2 L2)(c) R√(R2 + W2 L2)(d) WL/R

Answer»

Correct answer is (b) R/√(R2 + W2 L2)

38.

Which of the following drugs acts by inhibiting an enzyme in the body: A. Atropine B. Allopurinol C. Levodopa D. Metoclopramide

Answer»

B. Allopurinol

39.

Microsomal enzyme induction can be a cause of: A. Tolerance B. Physical dependence C. Psychological dependence D. Idiosyncrasy

Answer»

Microsomal enzyme induction can be a cause of Tolerance.

40.

What is the unit of λ in the SRK equation?(a) Liter/mole(b) Mole/Liter(c) Atm(liter/mole)(d) It is dimensionless

Answer» The correct answer is (d) It is dimensionless

Explanation: In the SRK equation, λ is a dimensionless function of reduced temperature.
41.

What is the unit of ‘b’ in Peng Robinson equation?(a) Liter/mole(b) Liter^2/mole^2(c) Mole/Liter(d) Mole^2/Liter^2

Answer» Right option is (a) Liter/mole

Best explanation: Peng Robinson equation is p = RT/(V – b) – aα/[V(V + b) + b(V – b)], => unit of b = unit of molar volume = liter/mole.
42.

Write the expression for speed of light in terms of “µ0” and “∈0“, explain the terms used.

Answer»

Velocity of light, c = \(\frac{1}{\sqrt{\mu_0\varepsilon_0}}\)

µ0 = Permeability of free space, 

0 = Permittivity of free space.

43.

Describe working principle of Shunt motor. Also give the differences between series and shunt motor.

Answer»

Difference between DC series and DC shunt motor:

S.no.ParameterDC Series motorDC Shunt Motor
1Connection of field winding with armatureField is in series with armatureField is in shunt with armature
2Type of starter4 point3 point
3Torquehighlow
4ApplicationElectric trains, conveyersMachine tool, printing, paper machine

Working principle of shunt motor:

When we apply a voltage to the motor a current produced in the armature and a strong magnetic field, by the way, produced this field interacts with the magnetic field and makes the armature rotates. When the armature rotates it produces a back EMF this EMF opposes the armature voltage and reduces the armature current if we increase the motor load the armature will rotate slowly and the back EMF will reduce.

44.

What is diffraction of light?

Answer»

The phenomenon of bending of light around the comers of (edges of) small obstacles or apertures and spreading into geometrical shadow region is called diffraction of light.

45.

Write any two properties of X-rays.

Answer»

Some properties of X -rays.

(i) They can under go reflection,refraction interference diffration and position.

(ii) They effect photo- graphic plates.

46.

Write Lens's law of electromagnetic induction.

Answer»

Lenz's law states that the direction of induced current is such that it opposes the cause which produces it. It is based on the law of conservation or energy.

47.

What do you mean by Eddy currents?

Answer»

In 1875 Focault observed that when a metal piece is kept in variable magnetic field, currents are always induced in the plate which is of whirting nature they are called Eddy current.

48.

Distinguish between p-type and n-type semi conductors.

Answer»

p-type: 

(i) p-type semiconductor is obtained by doping a trivalent impurity to a pure semi conductor.

(ii) Number of holes is greater than number of electrons i.e. nh > ne 

(iii) holes-majority carriers. 

(iv) electrons-minority carriers. 

(v) trivalent doping provides one hole for conduction. 

(vi) Impurity is called acceptor type.

n-type: 

(i) n-type semiconductor is obtained by doping a pentavalent impurity to a pure semiconductor. 

(ii) Number of holes is less than number of electrons nh < ne 

(iii) holes-minority carriers. 

(iv) electrons-majority carriers. 

(v) Pentavalent doping provides one extra electron for conduction. 

(vi) Impurity is called donor type.

49.

What is total internal reflection? Mention two applications of optical fibres.

Answer»

The phenomena of complete reflection of light at the interface of two optical media when a ray of light travelling in denser medium is called total internal reflection.

(i) Optical fibre are used in telecommunication 

(ii) It is used to measure rate of flow of blood.

50.

A force of 16N distributed uniformly on one surface of cube side 8cm. Find the pressure on the surface.

Answer»

P=force/Area.             

P=16N/64×10-⁴
P=16N×10⁴/64m²
P=2500 Pascal