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9451.

Three slabs of same dimension having dielectric constants K1,K2 and K3 completely fill the space between the plates of a parallel plate capacitor as shown in figure. If C is the initial capacitance of the capacitor, the new capacitance after the introduction of slabs will be:

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Three slabs of same dimension having dielectric constants K1,K2 and K3 completely fill the space between the plates of a parallel plate capacitor as shown in figure. If C is the initial capacitance of the capacitor, the new capacitance after the introduction of slabs will be:






9452.

In the given circuit, if current through inductor L is given as i=i0(1−e−Rt2), then R in ohms is (Write upto two digits after the decimal point.)

Answer» In the given circuit, if current through inductor L is given as i=i0(1eRt2), then R in ohms is (Write upto two digits after the decimal point.)

9453.

a body of mass m is alliwed to fall with help of string with downward acceleration g /6 to dis†an ce x.workdone by string =

Answer» a body of mass m is alliwed to fall with help of string with downward acceleration g /6 to dis†an ce x.workdone by string =
9454.

how to find size of image when magnification is not given

Answer» how to find size of image when magnification is not given
9455.

Explain clearly, with examples, the distinction between : (a) magnitude of displacement (sometimes called distance) over an interval of time, and the total length of path covered by a particle over the same interval; (b) magnitude of average velocity over an interval of time, and the average speed over the same interval. [Average speed of a particle over an interval of time is defined as the total path length divided by the time interval]. Show in both (a) and (b) that the second quantity is either greater than or equal to the first. When is the equality sign true ? [For simplicity, consider one-dimensional motion only].

Answer» Explain clearly, with examples, the distinction between : (a) magnitude of displacement (sometimes called distance) over an interval of time, and the total length of path covered by a particle over the same interval; (b) magnitude of average velocity over an interval of time, and the average speed over the same interval. [Average speed of a particle over an interval of time is defined as the total path length divided by the time interval]. Show in both (a) and (b) that the second quantity is either greater than or equal to the first. When is the equality sign true ? [For simplicity, consider one-dimensional motion only].
9456.

If amplitude of waves at distance r from a point source is A, the amplitude at a distance 2r will be [MP PMT 1985]

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If amplitude of waves at distance r from a point source is A, the amplitude at a distance 2r will be

[MP PMT 1985]


9457.

A block is projected with speed 20 m/s on a roughhorizontal surface. The coefficient of friction (u)between the surfaces varies with time (t) as shownin figure. The speed of body at the end of 4 secondwill be (g = 10 m/s)0(1) 2 m/s(3) 7.2 m/s(2) 5 m/s(4) 9.5 m/s

Answer» A block is projected with speed 20 m/s on a roughhorizontal surface. The coefficient of friction (u)between the surfaces varies with time (t) as shownin figure. The speed of body at the end of 4 secondwill be (g = 10 m/s)0(1) 2 m/s(3) 7.2 m/s(2) 5 m/s(4) 9.5 m/s
9458.

A particle of mass 200 MeV/c2 collides with a hydrogen atom at rest. Soon after the collision the particle comes to rest and the atom recoils and goes to its first excited state. The initial kinetic energy of the particle (in eV) is N4. The value of N is:

Answer» A particle of mass 200 MeV/c2 collides with a hydrogen atom at rest. Soon after the collision the particle comes to rest and the atom recoils and goes to its first excited state. The initial kinetic energy of the particle (in eV) is N4. The value of N is:
9459.

In derivation of connected motion why we are not considering vectors sign?

Answer» In derivation of connected motion why we are not considering vectors sign?
9460.

47 A particle of mass M is situated at the centre of a spherical shell of same mass and radius a. The gravitational potential at a point situated at a/2 distance from centre will be

Answer» 47 A particle of mass M is situated at the centre of a spherical shell of same mass and radius a. The gravitational potential at a point situated at a/2 distance from centre will be
9461.

A block of mass 2 kg is pushed against a rough vertical wall with a force of 40N, the coefficient of static friction is 0.5. Another horizontal force of 15N is applied on the block in a direction parallel to the wall. Will the block move? If yes then why and in what direction? If it doesn't move find the frictional force by the wall on the block.

Answer» A block of mass 2 kg is pushed against a rough vertical wall with a force of 40N, the coefficient of static friction is 0.5. Another horizontal force of 15N is applied on the block in a direction parallel to the wall. Will the block move? If yes then why and in what direction? If it doesn't move find the frictional force by the wall on the block.
9462.

What is the formula of capacitance?

Answer» What is the formula of capacitance?
9463.

A PARTICLE EXECUTES WITH TIME PERIOD 12 S .FIND THE TIME TAKEN BY THE PARTICLE TO GO DIRECTLY FROM ITS MEAN POSITION TO HALF ITS AMPLITUDE?

Answer» A PARTICLE EXECUTES WITH TIME PERIOD 12 S .FIND THE TIME TAKEN BY THE PARTICLE TO GO DIRECTLY FROM ITS MEAN POSITION TO HALF ITS AMPLITUDE?
9464.

Light of wavelength 2×10^{-3}m falls on a slit of width 4×10^{-3}m .Find angular dispersion of cental maximum

Answer» Light of wavelength 2×10^{-3}m falls on a slit of width 4×10^{-3}m .Find angular dispersion of cental maximum
9465.

A straight wire of resis†an ce r per unit lenght is bent to form an angle 2α . a rod of the same wire perpendicular to angle bisector form a closed triangular loop.The loop is placed in uniform magnetic field of induction B .Calculate the current in the loop when rod moves with cons†an t velocity

Answer» A straight wire of resis†an ce r per unit lenght is bent to form an angle 2α . a rod of the same wire perpendicular to angle bisector form a closed triangular loop.The loop is placed in uniform magnetic field of induction B .Calculate the current in the loop when rod moves with cons†an t velocity
9466.

A 1kg block situated on a rough incline plane is connected to a spring of negligible mass having spring constant 100Nm−1 as shown in the figure. The block is released from rest with the spring in the unstretched position. The block moves 10cm down the incline before coming to rest. The coefficient of friction between the block and the incline is (take g = 10ms−2 and assume that the pulley is frictionless)

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A 1kg block situated on a rough incline plane is connected to a spring of negligible mass having spring constant 100Nm1 as shown in the figure. The block is released from rest with the spring in the unstretched position. The block moves 10cm down the incline before coming to rest. The coefficient of friction between the block and the incline is (take g = 10ms2 and assume that the pulley is frictionless)


9467.

A body has charge (q) on it. Which of following is not the possible value of charge (q) on the body ?

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A body has charge (q) on it. Which of following is not the possible value of charge (q) on the body ?

9468.

In a photoelectric experiment, kinetic energy of photoelectron is 18.210 power -19 J. The wavelength of incident light (approx) , if work function of metal is 1 eV, is (planck's constant = 6.610 power -34 J s and 1 eV = 1.610 power -19 J

Answer» In a photoelectric experiment, kinetic energy of photoelectron is 18.210 power -19 J. The wavelength of incident light (approx) , if work function of metal is 1 eV, is (planck's constant = 6.610 power -34 J s and 1 eV = 1.610 power -19 J
9469.

Two trees are at distance of 3.14 m from each other. What should be the maximum distance of an observer from tree to see them separately.1. 21.6 km 2. 10.8 km3. 15 km4. 25.2 km

Answer» Two trees are at distance of 3.14 m from each other. What should be the maximum distance of an observer from tree to see them separately.

1. 21.6 km
2. 10.8 km
3. 15 km
4. 25.2 km
9470.

50.A projectile is fired with a speed u at an angle theta above a horizontal feild. The coefficient of restitution of collision between the projectile and the field is e. How far from the starting point, does the projectileakes its second collision with the field?

Answer» 50.A projectile is fired with a speed u at an angle theta above a horizontal feild. The coefficient of restitution of collision between the projectile and the field is e. How far from the starting point, does the projectileakes its second collision with the field?
9471.

Two carts of masses 200 kg and 300 kg on horizontal rails are pushed apart. Suppose the coefficient of friction between the carts and the rails are same. If the 200 kg cart travels a distance of 36 m and stops, then the distance travelled by the cart weighing 300 kg is

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Two carts of masses 200 kg and 300 kg on horizontal rails are pushed apart. Suppose the coefficient of friction between the carts and the rails are same. If the 200 kg cart travels a distance of 36 m and stops, then the distance travelled by the cart weighing 300 kg is



9472.

The area (in sq.units) bounded between curves y2−4y−4x+12=0 and x2−4x−3y+10=0, is

Answer» The area (in sq.units) bounded between curves y24y4x+12=0 and x24x3y+10=0, is
9473.

Theterminology of different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum isgiven in the text. Use the formula E= hν(for energy of a quantum of radiation: photon) and obtain the photonenergy in units of eV for different parts of the electromagneticspectrum. In what way are the different scales of photon energiesthat you obtain related to the sources of electromagnetic radiation?

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The
terminology of different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum is
given in the text. Use the formula E
= hν
(for energy of a quantum of radiation: photon) and obtain the photon
energy in units of eV for different parts of the electromagnetic
spectrum. In what way are the different scales of photon energies
that you obtain related to the sources of electromagnetic radiation?

9474.

The power of a thin convex lens (aμg=1.5) is +5.0 D. When it is placed in a liquid of refractive index aμl,then it behaves as a concave lens of local length 100 cm. The refractive index of the liquid aμl will be

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The power of a thin convex lens (aμg=1.5) is +5.0 D. When it is placed in a liquid of refractive index aμl,then it behaves as a concave lens of local length 100 cm. The refractive index of the liquid aμl will be

9475.

A conducting shell of inner radius R1 and outer radius R2 is given a charge +Q. A point charge q1 is placed inside the shell and q2 is placed outside the shell.Then for various locations of q1 and q2, match the following entries of column−I with the entries of column−II. Column-IColumn-II(i). If q1 is at center and q2=0 , then →E at center of shell due to charge on outer surface of shell is(a). q14πε0r2(ii). If q1 is at center and q2 is at distance r from the center, then →E at a point distant r2 (>r) from the center of the shell due to outer surface charge is(b). Zero(iii). If q1 is not at center and q2=0 , then →E at point P (P is at distance r from q1 due to charge of the inner surface of shell) is(c). Cant be determined

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A conducting shell of inner radius R1 and outer radius R2 is given a charge +Q. A point charge q1 is placed inside the shell and q2 is placed outside the shell.





Then for various locations of q1 and q2, match the following entries of columnI with the entries of columnII.





















Column-IColumn-II
(i). If q1 is at center and q2=0 , then E at center of shell due to charge on outer surface of shell is(a). q14πε0r2
(ii). If q1 is at center and q2 is at distance r from the center, then E at a point distant r2 (>r) from the center of the shell due to outer surface charge is(b). Zero
(iii). If q1 is not at center and q2=0 , then E at point P (P is at distance r from q1 due to charge of the inner surface of shell) is(c). Cant be determined


9476.

Two coherent narrow slits emitting light of wavelength λ in the same phase are placed parallel to each other at a small separation of 2λ. The light is collected on a screen S which is placed at a distance D(>>λ) from the slit S1 as shown in figure. Find the finite distance x such that the intensity at P is equal to the intensity at O.

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Two coherent narrow slits emitting light of wavelength λ in the same phase are placed parallel to each other at a small separation of 2λ. The light is collected on a screen S which is placed at a distance D(>>λ) from the slit S1 as shown in figure. Find the finite distance x such that the intensity at P is equal to the intensity at O.




9477.

A closed solid conductor of irregular shape is given some charge. Which of the following statement is correct?Options:Potential of conductor will change if its shape is changedElectric field inside it is non-zeroAll points on its surface will have same-charge densityAll of these

Answer» A closed solid conductor of irregular shape is given some charge. Which of the following statement is correct?

Options:

Potential of conductor will change if its shape is changed

Electric field inside it is non-zero

All points on its surface will have same-charge density


All of these
9478.

A ball of mass 'm' moving horizontally at a speed 'v' collides with the bob of a simple pendulum at rest. The mass of the bob is also 'm'. If the collision is perfectly inelastic, the height to which the two balls rise after the collision will be given by

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A ball of mass 'm' moving horizontally at a speed 'v' collides with the bob of a simple pendulum at rest. The mass of the bob is also 'm'. If the collision is perfectly inelastic, the height to which the two balls rise after the collision will be given by

9479.

5. THE VALUE OF(1/27)raise to the power-2/3 is?

Answer» 5. THE VALUE OF(1/27)raise to the power-2/3 is?
9480.

There is a horizontal curve of radius 360m and length 180m. Calculate the clearance required from the central line on the inner side of the curve, so as to provide an overtaking sight distance of 250m.19.85

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There is a horizontal curve of radius 360m and length 180m. Calculate the clearance required from the central line on the inner side of the curve, so as to provide an overtaking sight distance of 250m.



  1. 19.85
9481.

Explain the Primary and Secondary Rainbows ?

Answer» Explain the Primary and Secondary Rainbows ?
9482.

Two trains A and B, 100 m and 60 m long respectively, are moving in opposite directions on parallel tracks. The velocity of the shorter train is 5 times that of the longer one. If the trains take 2 s to cross each other, the velocity of the shorter train is

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Two trains A and B, 100 m and 60 m long respectively, are moving in opposite directions on parallel tracks. The velocity of the shorter train is 5 times that of the longer one. If the trains take 2 s to cross each other, the velocity of the shorter train is

9483.

The extension in a string, obeying Hook's law, is x. The speed of sound in the stretched string is v. If the extension in the string is increased to 1.5 x, the speed of sound will be :

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The extension in a string, obeying Hook's law, is x. The speed of sound in the stretched string is v. If the extension in the string is increased to 1.5 x, the speed of sound will be :



9484.

A small mass m is attached to a massless string whose other end is fixed at P as shown in the figure. The mass is undergoing circular motion in the x-y plane with center at O and constant angular speed ω. If the angular momentum of the system calculated about O and P are denoted by →L0 and →Lr respectively, then

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A small mass m is attached to a massless string whose other end is fixed at P as shown in the figure. The mass is undergoing circular motion in the x-y plane with center at O and constant angular speed ω. If the angular momentum of the system calculated about O and P are denoted by L0 and Lr respectively, then


9485.

A light rod carries three equal masses A, B and Cas shown in the figure. What will be the velocity ofB in the vertical position of the rod, if it is releasedfrom horizontal position as shown in the figure?

Answer» A light rod carries three equal masses A, B and Cas shown in the figure. What will be the velocity ofB in the vertical position of the rod, if it is releasedfrom horizontal position as shown in the figure?
9486.

Two seconds after projection a projectile is travelling in a direction inclined at 30∘ to the horizontal after one more sec, it is travelling horizontally, the magnitude and direction of its velocity are

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Two seconds after projection a projectile is travelling in a direction inclined at 30 to the horizontal after one more sec, it is travelling horizontally, the magnitude and direction of its velocity are


9487.

The intensity of the sunlight reaching the earth is 1.380Wm−2 Assume this light to be a plane, monochromatic wave. Find the amplitudes of electric and magnetic fields in this wave

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The intensity of the sunlight reaching the earth is 1.380Wm2 Assume this light to be a plane, monochromatic wave. Find the amplitudes of electric and magnetic fields in this wave

9488.

A point source of light is moving at a rate of 2 cm-s−1 towards a thin convex lens of focal length 10 cm along its optical axis. When the source is 15 cm away from the lens the image is moving at

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A point source of light is moving at a rate of 2 cm-s1 towards a thin convex lens of focal length 10 cm along its optical axis. When the source is 15 cm away from the lens the image is moving at



9489.

Which of the following is an extensive property A.) molar entropy B.) specific volume C.) Boiling point D.) none of these

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Which of the following is an extensive property

A.) molar entropy

B.) specific volume

C.) Boiling point

D.) none of these

9490.

If electronic charge e, electron mass m, speed of light in vaccum c and Plank's constant h are taken as fundamental quantities, the permeability of vaccum μ0 can be expressed in units of Hint: [h]=[ML2T−1],[μ0]=[MLT−2A−2]

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If electronic charge e, electron mass m, speed of light in vaccum c and Plank's constant h are taken as fundamental quantities, the permeability of vaccum μ0 can be expressed in units of
Hint: [h]=[ML2T1],[μ0]=[MLT2A2]

9491.

The resistance per unit length of a wire is 10−6 Ω/m. It is bent in the form of a circle of diameter 2 m. A wire of same material and cross sectional area is connected across its diameter. The total resistance across its diameter AB will be

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The resistance per unit length of a wire is 106 Ω/m. It is bent in the form of a circle of diameter 2 m. A wire of same material and cross sectional area is connected across its diameter. The total resistance across its diameter AB will be


9492.

A rectangular coil is uniformly rotating in a uniform mag feild such that axis of rotation is perpendicular to direction of mag field .when the plane of coil is parallel to mag feild the mag flux and induced emf are a. 0 ,0 b.0, max c.max, 0 d.max,max

Answer» A rectangular coil is uniformly rotating in a uniform mag feild such that axis of rotation is perpendicular to direction of mag field .when the plane of coil is parallel to mag feild the mag flux and induced emf are
a. 0 ,0
b.0, max
c.max, 0
d.max,max
9493.

Calculate the energy in joule corresponding to light of wavelength 45 nm: (Planck's constant h=6.63×10−34Js; speed of light c=3×108 ms−1)

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Calculate the energy in joule corresponding to light of wavelength 45 nm: (Planck's constant h=6.63×1034Js; speed of light c=3×108 ms1)

9494.

If I consider thethe Newton's third law of motion, then is it enough for me to train just my legs and make them very strong, stronger than the other Sumo wrestler to defeat him in a fight? I mean being able to push him out of the ring?

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If I consider thethe Newton's third law of motion, then is it enough for me to train just my legs and make them very strong, stronger than the other Sumo wrestler to defeat him in a fight? I mean being able to push him out of the ring?

9495.

A body of mass 1 kg travelling due East with 3 m/s turns due North to travel with the same velocity. Find the net force exerted on the body for it to turn if it takes 0.01 sec to turn

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A body of mass 1 kg travelling due East with 3 m/s turns due North to travel with the same velocity. Find the net force exerted on the body for it to turn if it takes 0.01 sec to turn

9496.

Two blocks of masses 8kg and 5kg are connected with a rod of mass 3kg . The 8kg mass is pulled with a rod of mass 3kg . The 8kg mass is pulled with force of 180 N . The tension in rod at contact point of 8 kg block is

Answer» Two blocks of masses 8kg and 5kg are connected with a rod of mass 3kg . The 8kg mass is pulled with a rod of mass 3kg . The 8kg mass is pulled with force of 180 N . The tension in rod at contact point of 8 kg block is
9497.

two particles of mass 2 kg and 4 kg are projected from the top of a tower simultaneously such that 2 kg is with speed 20 m/s at an angle 30 above horizontal and 4 kg is with 40 m/s horizontally. Acceleration of centre of mass of the system of two particles is

Answer» two particles of mass 2 kg and 4 kg are projected from the top of a tower simultaneously such that 2 kg is with speed 20 m/s at an angle 30 above horizontal and 4 kg is with 40 m/s horizontally. Acceleration of centre of mass of the system of two particles is
9498.

If a ball of steel (density ρs=7.8 g/cm3) attains a terminal velocity of 10 cm/s when falling in a tank of water (coefficient of viscosity, ηw=8.5×10−4 Pa-s). Then, its terminal velocity in glycerine (ρg=1.2 g/cm3,ηg=13.2 Pa-s) would be nearly:

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If a ball of steel (density ρs=7.8 g/cm3) attains a terminal velocity of 10 cm/s when falling in a tank of water (coefficient of viscosity, ηw=8.5×104 Pa-s). Then, its terminal velocity in glycerine (ρg=1.2 g/cm3,ηg=13.2 Pa-s) would be nearly:

9499.

34. A cricketer catches a ball of mass 200g in 0.2 s initially moving with speed of 30m/s he experience an average force of the magnitude of

Answer» 34. A cricketer catches a ball of mass 200g in 0.2 s initially moving with speed of 30m/s he experience an average force of the magnitude of
9500.

A ball is projected from an inclined plane having inclination θ, normal to the plane with speed u. It strikes the vertical wall horizontally and again it stikes the inclined plane. If all the collisions are elastic, find the time taken by the ball to hit the inclined plane.

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A ball is projected from an inclined plane having inclination θ, normal to the plane with speed u. It strikes the vertical wall horizontally and again it stikes the inclined plane. If all the collisions are elastic, find the time taken by the ball to hit the inclined plane.