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Period & Frequency

easy
Physics

The period of a circular motion is given by _________?

Correct answer: D

A
T = πv
B
T = πw
C
T = 2πr
D
T = 2πr/v
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The period T of a circular motion is the time taken to complete one full revolution. It is given by the circumference of the circle (2πr) divided by the speed v, hence T = 2πr/v.

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Significant Figures

easy
Physics

How many significant figures are in the length measurement of a bar recorded as 6200 mm using a meter rod?

Correct answer: C

A
4
B
3
C
2
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

When a length is measured as 6200 mm with a meter rod, which typically has precision to the nearest millimeter or centimeter, the trailing zeros without a decimal point are not considered significant. Thus, the number 6200 has 2 significant figures (6 and 2).

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Displacement Vs Distance (Circular Motion)

easy
Physics

Moving along the circumference of a circle completes two revolutions. If the radius of the circular path is R, what is the ratio of displacement to the covered path?

Correct answer: C

A
πR
B
2πR
C
0
Correct
D
4πR
Explanation and memory cue

After completing two full revolutions around a circle, the displacement (straight-line distance from start to end point) is zero because the starting and ending points coincide. However, the path length covered is the circumference times two. Thus, the ratio of displacement to path length is 0.

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Ideal Fluids

easy
Physics

An ideal fluid is _________?

Correct answer: D

A
Non-viscous
B
Incompressible
C
Steady flow
D
Possess all properties
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

An ideal fluid is a theoretical concept in fluid mechanics that is non-viscous, incompressible, and exhibits steady flow, meaning it possesses all these properties simultaneously. Therefore, option D correctly states that an ideal fluid possesses all these properties.

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Astronomical Distances

easy
Physics

One light year is equal to _________?

Correct answer: A

A
9.5x10^15 m
Correct
B
9.5x10^15 sec
C
9.5x10^15 Km
D
9.5x10^15 cm
Explanation and memory cue

One light year is the distance that light travels in one year in vacuum. It is exactly 9.46073 × 10^15 meters, which is equivalent to about 9.46073 × 10^12 kilometers (approximately 9.46 trillion kilometers). Therefore, the correct option must have the unit meters with the value close to 9.5 × 10^15. Option A correctly states 9.5 × 10^15 meters, which is the closest and accurate representation of one light year. Option C incorrectly states 9.5 × 10^15 kilometers, which is off by a factor of 1000. Hence, the correct answer is A.

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Units and Measurements

easy
Physics

What is the SI unit of frequency?

Correct answer: C

A
Vibration s⁻²
B
Radian
C
Hertz
Correct
D
ms⁻¹
Explanation and memory cue

The SI unit of frequency is the hertz (Hz), which represents one cycle per second. Other options like vibration s⁻², radian, and ms⁻¹ are units for different physical quantities.

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Units and Measurements

easy
Physics

The unit of force is _________ and its symbol is _________. Which is the correct pair?

Correct answer: B

A
Newton, n
B
Newton, N
Correct
C
newton, n
D
newton, N
Explanation and memory cue

The SI unit of force is the Newton, which is a proper noun and should be capitalized. Its symbol is 'N', also capitalized. Therefore, the correct pair is 'Newton, N'.

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Circular Motion & Projections

medium
Physics

The acceleration of the projection on the diameter for a particle moving along a circle is ________?

Correct answer: A

A
w2x
Correct
B
wx2
C
w2x
D
wx2
Explanation and memory cue

For a particle moving in a circle with angular velocity ω, the acceleration of its projection on the diameter (x-axis) is given by a=−ω2x. The negative sign indicates direction, but since options do not show signs, the magnitude is ω2x. Option A correctly represents this as "w2x" (interpreted as ω2x).

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Linear Speed In Circular Motion

easy
Physics

When a wheel 1 m in diameter makes 30 revolutions per minute, the linear speed of a point on its rim in m/s is ________?

Correct answer: B

A
2π
B
π/2
Correct
C
π
D
20π
Explanation and memory cue

The linear speed v of a point on the rim of a wheel is given by v = circumference × revolutions per second. The wheel diameter is 1 m, so the circumference is π × 1 = π meters. The wheel makes 30 revolutions per minute, which is 30/60 = 0.5 revolutions per second. Therefore, the linear speed is π × 0.5 = π/2 meters per second. Hence, the correct answer is option B (π/2).

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Centripetal Force

easy
Physics

When a body moves in a circle of radius r with linear speed V, its centripetal force is _________?

Correct answer: C

A
mV/r²
B
mV/r
C
mV²/r
Correct
D
mV²/r²
Explanation and memory cue

The centripetal force required to keep a body moving in a circle of radius r at linear speed V is given by F = mV²/r, where m is the mass of the body. This force acts towards the center of the circle.

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Units and Measurements

medium
Physics

To reduce the uncertainty in a timing experiment, which of the following is effective?

Correct answer: D

A
Highly precise instrument
B
Conduct at room temperature
C
Count number of vibration
D
Both A and C
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

Reducing uncertainty in timing experiments can be achieved by using highly precise instruments to improve measurement accuracy and by counting the number of vibrations to increase the total measured time, thereby reducing relative error. Both methods together help minimize timing uncertainty.

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Frames Of Reference

medium
Physics

A satellite moving around the Earth constitutes a ________?

Correct answer: B

A
An inertial frame of reference
B
Non-inertial frame
Correct
C
Neither inertial nor non-inertial
D
Both inertial and non-inertial
Explanation and memory cue

A satellite orbiting the Earth is accelerating due to the centripetal force acting towards the Earth, making its frame of reference non-inertial. Inertial frames are those that are either at rest or move with constant velocity, without acceleration.

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Angular Vs Linear Velocity

easy
Physics

When a body moves in a circle, the angle between its linear velocity and angular velocity is always _________?

Correct answer: C

A
180°
B
0°
C
90°
Correct
D
45°
Explanation and memory cue

When a body moves in a circle, its linear velocity is tangent to the circle, while its angular velocity vector points along the axis of rotation (perpendicular to the plane of motion). Therefore, the angle between linear velocity and angular velocity is always 90°.

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Projectile Motion

easy
Physics

The span of the broad jump depends upon __________?

Correct answer: C

A
Mass of the jumper
B
Height of jump
C
Angle of projection
Correct
D
None
Explanation and memory cue

The span (horizontal distance) of a broad jump depends primarily on the angle of projection, as it determines the trajectory and range of the jump. Other factors like mass or height of jump do not directly determine the horizontal distance covered.

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Aerodynamics

easy
Physics

The profile of an aeroplane wing which generates lift is called __________?

Correct answer: B

A
Wing shape
B
Aerofoil profile
Correct
C
Curved profile
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The shape of an airplane wing that generates lift is called an aerofoil (or airfoil) profile. This design allows air to flow faster over the top surface, creating lower pressure and thus lift.

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Venturi Meter

easy
Physics

The speed of the fluid is maximum in the Venturi meter at _________?

Correct answer: C

A
Convergent duct
B
Divergent duct
C
Throat
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

In a Venturi meter, the fluid speed is maximum at the throat, which is the narrowest part of the meter. According to the principle of continuity, the velocity increases where the cross-sectional area decreases.

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Vertical Circular Motion (Tension At Top)

medium
Physics

A stone is whirled in a vertical circle at the end of a string. When the stone is at the highest position, the tension in the string is _________?

Correct answer: D

A
Maximum
B
Zero
C
Equal to the weight of the stone
D
Less than the weight of the stone
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

At the highest point in vertical circular motion, the tension in the string is less than the weight of the stone because the weight provides part of the centripetal force needed to keep the stone moving in a circle. The tension is not zero unless the stone is just about to lose contact, and it is not equal to or maximum compared to the weight at the top position.

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Satellites

easy
Physics

A geostationary satellite completes one rotation around the Earth in _________?

Correct answer: D

A
3 hours
B
6 hours
C
12 hours
D
24 hours
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

A geostationary satellite orbits the Earth once every 24 hours, matching the Earth's rotation period, which allows it to remain fixed over one position on the equator.

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Simple Harmonic Motion (S.h.m)

easy
Physics

The total energy of a body executing simple harmonic motion (S.H.M) is directly proportional to ________?

Correct answer: D

A
The square root of amplitude
B
The amplitude
C
Reciprocal of amplitude
D
Square of an amplitude
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

In simple harmonic motion, the total energy of the system is proportional to the square of the amplitude because energy depends on both kinetic and potential energy, which are proportional to the square of displacement (amplitude).

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Science Fundamentals

medium
Physics

How many main frontiers of fundamental science are there?

Correct answer: B

A
1
B
2
Correct
C
3
D
4
Explanation and memory cue

Fundamental science is often considered to have two main frontiers: the frontier of the very large (cosmology, astrophysics) and the frontier of the very small (particle physics, quantum mechanics). Therefore, the correct answer is 2.

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Terminal Velocity

medium
Physics

Two fog droplets have radii in the ratio 2:3. Their terminal velocities are in the ratio ______?

Correct answer: B

A
4:06
B
4:09
Correct
C
2:09
D
4.3
Explanation and memory cue

For small droplets falling through air, the terminal velocity is proportional to the square of the radius of the droplet. Given the radii ratio of 2:3, the terminal velocity ratio is (2^2):(3^2) = 4:9. Among the options, '4:09' (option B) correctly represents this ratio. The original answer '4:06' (option A) is incorrect and likely a typographical error.

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Fluid Flow Regimes

easy
Physics

Laminar flow usually occurs at speeds _________?

Correct answer: A

A
Low
Correct
B
High
C
Very high
D
Sometimes high and sometimes low
Explanation and memory cue

Laminar flow typically occurs at low flow speeds where the fluid moves in smooth, orderly layers without turbulence. At higher speeds, flow tends to become turbulent.

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Rotational Kinetic Energy

medium
Physics

A hoop and a disc have the same mass and radius. How are their rotational kinetic energies related when they rotate with the same angular velocity?

Correct answer: B

A
K.E hoop = K.E disc
B
K.E hoop = 2K.E disc
Correct
C
K.E hoop = 1/2K.E disc
D
K.E hoop = 4K.E disc
Explanation and memory cue

The rotational kinetic energy of a rotating object is given by K.E = (1/2) I ω², where I is the moment of inertia and ω is the angular velocity. For a hoop, the moment of inertia about its central axis is I_hoop = MR². For a solid disc, the moment of inertia is I_disc = (1/2) MR². Given the same mass, radius, and angular velocity, the hoop's rotational kinetic energy is K.E_hoop = (1/2)(MR²)ω² = (1/2)MR²ω², while the disc's rotational kinetic energy is K.E_disc = (1/2)((1/2)MR²)ω² = (1/4)MR²ω². Therefore, K.E_hoop = 2 × K.E_disc. Hence, the hoop has twice the rotational kinetic energy of the disc when both rotate at the same angular velocity.

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Units and Measurements

easy
Physics

Which one is a derived quantity in SI units?

Correct answer: B

A
Electric current
B
Electric charge
Correct
C
Plane angle
D
Amount of substance
Explanation and memory cue

Electric charge is a derived quantity in the SI system because it is defined in terms of the base unit electric current (ampere) multiplied by time (second). Electric current, plane angle, and amount of substance are base quantities or dimensionless quantities.

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Efflux Theorem

medium
Physics

Speed of efflux can be determined by applying _________?

Correct answer: B

A
Bernoulli’s theorem
B
Torricelli’s theorem
Correct
C
Venture relation
D
All
Explanation and memory cue

The speed of efflux of a fluid from an orifice can be determined using Torricelli's theorem, which relates the speed to the height of the fluid column. Bernoulli's theorem is a more general principle from which Torricelli's theorem can be derived, but Torricelli's theorem specifically addresses efflux speed. The 'Venture relation' is not relevant here, and 'All' is incorrect because not all options apply.