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What happens to the interference pattern in Young's double slit experiment when the slits are brought closer together?

  • The fringe width increases
  • The pattern disappears
  • The pattern becomes more distinct
  • The fringe width decreases (correct)
  • Moving the screen away from the slits decreases the distance between the interference fringes.

    False (B)

    What instrument does a virologist use to study details of a virus?

    Electron microscope

    The work function for a photosensitive material is defined as the minimum energy required to remove an electron from the ______.

    <p>surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>M1 = Work function for first material M2 = Work function for second material ν = Frequency of incident radiations e = Charge of the electron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the calculated resistance to be connected to the galvanometer to convert it to an ammeter?

    <p>1.01 Ω (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The magnetic field exerted by a circular coil carrying current depends only on the number of turns of the coil.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the value of Ig when Vg is 200 mV and G is 100 Ω?

    <p>2 mA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At the center (x = 0) of a circular coil, the magnetic field B is equal to _____ times B0.

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the variables with their corresponding definitions:

    <p>Ig = Current through the galvanometer G = Resistance of the galvanometer Vg = Voltage across the galvanometer S = Resistance to be added to convert to ammeter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for current in a load resistance R given an emf E and internal resistance r?

    <p>I = E/(R+r) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In circuit 1 where the cells are in series, the equivalent emf is equal to the sum of the individual emfs.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the drift velocity as the length of the conductor increases to 4l, given that drift velocity is inversely proportional to length?

    <p>The drift velocity becomes one-fourth of the original value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In both circuits, if the current remains the same, it is derived that internal resistance r is equal to the _____ resistance R.

    <p>load</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their definitions:

    <p>Gauss' Law = Relates electric field and charge enclosed Coulomb's Law = Describes the force between two point charges Drift Velocity = Average velocity of charged particles in a conductor Electric Field = Force experienced per unit charge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the wavelength of the laser beam produced?

    <p>696·6 nm (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The energy of a photon is calculated to be 2·8516 × 10-19 J.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many photons are emitted per second if the power is 100 W?

    <p>3·506 × 10^20</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The current through the circuit when using Ohm's law is _____ A.

    <p>0·02</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the terms to their definitions:

    <p>Forward biased = D2 allowing current to flow. Constant current = Current that remains stable despite changes in voltage. Potential barrier = Barrier preventing current flow in reverse bias. Ohm's law = Relationship between voltage, current, and resistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What energy is required to transition an electron from energy level E1 to E2?

    <p>1.78 eV (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An atom requires a wavelength of radiation corresponding to E2's energy to excite an electron from E1.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the current in a diode when it is reverse biased?

    <p>A very small current flows.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The saturation current in a diode refers to the constant current that flows _______.

    <p>in reverse bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason no current flows when the applied voltage during forward bias is small?

    <p>The voltage is below the threshold voltage. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following constants with their values:

    <p>Planck's constant = 6.6 × 10^-34 Js Speed of light = 3 × 10^8 ms^-1 Charge of an electron = -1.6 × 10^-19 C Mass of an electron = 9.1 × 10^-31 Kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When power from an external source is 100 W, how do you find the rate of photon emission?

    <p>Divide power by the energy of each photon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a circuit with infinite resistance during reverse bias, the reverse current is typically measured in _______.

    <p>microamperes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mass of a neutral extsuperscript{235}U atom in unified atomic mass units?

    <p>235.0439 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During Rutherford’s gold foil experiment, all alpha particles deflected at the same angle.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unified atomic mass unit (u)?

    <p>A standard unit of mass that quantifies mass on an atomic or molecular scale.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the fission reaction, extsuperscript{92}U + 0n → extsuperscript{236}U → extsuperscript{36}Kr + extsuperscript{90}____ + 3 0n.

    <p>Ba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following elements with their masses:

    <pre><code>extsuperscript{235}U = 235.0439 extsuperscript{90}Kr = 89.9195 extsuperscript{143}Ba = 142.9206 </code></pre> <p>neutron = 1.0087</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What correctly describes the energy change when electrons return to the ground state in an atom?

    <p>Photons are emitted. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The energy equivalent of one unified atomic mass unit can be calculated.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hypothesis was made about the deflection of the alpha particle by 180° in Rutherford’s experiment?

    <p>The atom has a small, dense nucleus where most of its mass is concentrated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Instructions for Candidates

    • Candidates are allowed an additional 15 minutes for only reading the question paper.
    • Reading time should not be used for writing.
    • The question paper has 12 printed pages and 20 questions.
    • The paper consists of four sections (A, B, C, and D).
    • Internal choices are available in two questions each in Sections B, C, and D.
    • Section A has one question with 14 subparts, each worth one mark.
    • Section B has seven questions, each worth two marks.
    • Section C has nine questions, each worth three marks.
    • Section D has three questions, each worth five marks.
    • Answer all questions.
    • Intended marks for each question are given in brackets.
    • A list of useful constants and relations is provided at the end of the paper.
    • A simple scientific calculator (without programmable memory) can be used.
    • The examiner should read aloud the instructions to all candidates.

    Section A - 14 Marks

    • This section is multiple choice, with options to choose from.
    • Choose the correct alternative for each question (a, b, c, or d) for questions (i) to (vii).
    • Each question is worth 1 mark.

    Section B - 14 Marks

    • This section has short answer questions.
    • Questions are worth 2 marks each.
    • Internal choices are available for some questions.

    Section C - 27 Marks

    • This section includes detailed questions worth 3 marks each.
    • Internal choices are available.

    Section D - 15 Marks

    • This section includes longer answer questions worth 5 marks each.
    • Internal choices are provided.

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    This quiz covers the essential instructions for candidates taking a science examination. It details the structure of the question paper, including sections with varying marks and internal choices. Candidates are encouraged to utilize the reading time effectively before starting to answer questions.

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