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What is the relationship between electric charge and conductors?
What is the relationship between electric charge and conductors?
Electric charge resides on the surface of conductors
Explain Gauss's law in relation to electric flux.
Explain Gauss's law in relation to electric flux.
Gauss's law states that the total electric flux through a closed surface is equal to the charge enclosed by the surface divided by the permittivity of free space
What is the effect of dielectric on capacitance?
What is the effect of dielectric on capacitance?
The presence of a dielectric material between the plates of a capacitor increases the capacitance.
Define Ohm's law and its significance in current electricity.
Define Ohm's law and its significance in current electricity.
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What does the Biot-Savart law describe?
What does the Biot-Savart law describe?
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What is Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction?
What is Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction?
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Explain Lenz's law.
Explain Lenz's law.
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Define inductive and capacitive reactances.
Define inductive and capacitive reactances.
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What is the significance of RMS values of current and voltage in AC circuits?
What is the significance of RMS values of current and voltage in AC circuits?
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Explain the concept of interference in wave optics.
Explain the concept of interference in wave optics.
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Physics Class 12: A Comprehensive Guide
Physics at the Class 12 level is a pivotal moment in your education where you delve into the fundamental principles that govern our universe. The syllabus is expansive, encompassing a diverse range of topics to build a strong foundation for further studies in science, engineering, and technology.
This article breaks down the key topics of Class 12 Physics according to the latest syllabus of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
Topics Covered
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Electric Charges and Fields
- Electric charge
- Conductors and insulators
- Coulomb's law
- Electric field
- Gauss's law and electric flux
- Electric potential and potential difference
- Capacitance
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Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance
- Effect of dielectric on capacitance
- Combination of capacitors
- Energy stored in a capacitor
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Current Electricity
- Electric current
- Resistance
- Ohm's law
- Electric power and DC circuits
- Cell, emf, terminal voltage, and internal resistance
- Combination of cells
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Moving Charges and Magnetism
- Magnetic force
- Motion in a magnetic field
- Magnetic field due to a current element
- Biot-Savart law
- Ampere's law
- Force between two parallel currents
- Solenoid and toroid
- Torque on a current loop
- Transformers
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Magnetism and Matter
- Magnetic properties of materials
- Permanent magnets and electromagnets
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Electromagnetic Induction
- Faraday's laws of electromagnetic induction
- Lenz's law
- AC voltage applied to resistors, capacitors, and inductors
- Inductive and capacitive reactances
- RMS values of current and voltage
- Phasor diagrams
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Ray Optics and Optical Instruments
- Reflection and refraction
- Mirrors and lenses
- Ray diagrams
- Thin lenses and their properties
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Wave Optics
- Huygens' principle
- Interference
- Diffraction
- Polarization
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Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
- Photoelectric effect
- Wave-particle duality
- De Broglie's hypothesis
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Atoms
- Rutherford's nuclear model of the atom
- Bohr model of the hydrogen atom
- Spectra of hydrogen and hydrogen-like atoms
- Nuclei
- Radioactivity
- Nuclear binding energy
- Nuclear force
- Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices, and Simple Circuits
- Classification of materials
- Intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors
- P-N junction
- Rectifiers
- Electromagnetic Waves
- Properties of electromagnetic waves
- Reflection and transmission at boundary
- Refraction
The CBSE Class 12 Physics syllabus is extensive, but it's essential to master all topics to build a strong foundation for higher education and future careers. Consistent study and understanding the basic concepts will help you achieve great results.
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Explore the comprehensive breakdown of Class 12 Physics topics according to the latest CBSE syllabus. From electric charges and fields to electromagnetic waves, this guide covers essential concepts to prepare you for further studies in science and technology.