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Which physicist is known for the discovery of the mathematical relationship between electrical current, resistance, and voltage?
Which physicist is known for the discovery of the mathematical relationship between electrical current, resistance, and voltage?
What is the wavelength range of visible light?
What is the wavelength range of visible light?
Who confirmed Maxwell's theories with the discovery of radio waves?
Who confirmed Maxwell's theories with the discovery of radio waves?
In what year did Eric A. Cornell, Wolfgang Ketterle, and Carl E. Wieman receive the Nobel Prize for their work on Bose-Einstein condensation?
In what year did Eric A. Cornell, Wolfgang Ketterle, and Carl E. Wieman receive the Nobel Prize for their work on Bose-Einstein condensation?
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What phenomenon was discovered by Johann Wilhelm Ritter in 1801?
What phenomenon was discovered by Johann Wilhelm Ritter in 1801?
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What happens to the ammeter reading in an electrical circuit if the length of the wire is doubled?
What happens to the ammeter reading in an electrical circuit if the length of the wire is doubled?
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Who discovered that a wire carrying electric current can attract or repel another wire carrying current?
Who discovered that a wire carrying electric current can attract or repel another wire carrying current?
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Which statement is NOT an example of inertia at rest?
Which statement is NOT an example of inertia at rest?
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What is the relationship between the focal length and the type of lens or mirror?
What is the relationship between the focal length and the type of lens or mirror?
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Which scientist is recognized for deducing that objects move with constant speed when no force acts upon them?
Which scientist is recognized for deducing that objects move with constant speed when no force acts upon them?
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What significant equation was derived in 1928 that combines Quantum Theory with Special Relativity?
What significant equation was derived in 1928 that combines Quantum Theory with Special Relativity?
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What term refers to the repeated reflection of sound that creates a prolonged auditory effect?
What term refers to the repeated reflection of sound that creates a prolonged auditory effect?
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Who conducted an experiment demonstrating that a gas emits radiation when voltage is applied between two metal plates?
Who conducted an experiment demonstrating that a gas emits radiation when voltage is applied between two metal plates?
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Which statement about force is false?
Which statement about force is false?
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What is NOT true about light years?
What is NOT true about light years?
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What is the primary purpose of the dark adaptation process in the eyes?
What is the primary purpose of the dark adaptation process in the eyes?
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Which device is primarily used to change the resistance in an electric circuit?
Which device is primarily used to change the resistance in an electric circuit?
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In the equation $a_c = \frac{v^2}{R}$, what does 'R' represent?
In the equation $a_c = \frac{v^2}{R}$, what does 'R' represent?
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Which equation best illustrates Newton's second law of motion?
Which equation best illustrates Newton's second law of motion?
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How does displacement differ from distance?
How does displacement differ from distance?
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Which physicist is wrongly matched with their contribution?
Which physicist is wrongly matched with their contribution?
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Which material is best suited for creating a permanent magnet?
Which material is best suited for creating a permanent magnet?
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Which rule is used to determine the force acting on a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic field?
Which rule is used to determine the force acting on a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic field?
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What characterizes a longitudinal wave?
What characterizes a longitudinal wave?
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Who shared the Nobel Prize in 1927 with Arthur Compton for their work on cloud chambers?
Who shared the Nobel Prize in 1927 with Arthur Compton for their work on cloud chambers?
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What unit defines the intensity of the magnetic field producing one newton of force per ampere per meter of conductor?
What unit defines the intensity of the magnetic field producing one newton of force per ampere per meter of conductor?
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Which of the following best defines pressure in SI units?
Which of the following best defines pressure in SI units?
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Identify the device that consists of a sealed glass vacuum tube with an electron beam focused on a phosphor screen.
Identify the device that consists of a sealed glass vacuum tube with an electron beam focused on a phosphor screen.
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Which part of a bifocal lens is responsible for facilitating near vision?
Which part of a bifocal lens is responsible for facilitating near vision?
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Which statement about earthquakes is NOT accurate?
Which statement about earthquakes is NOT accurate?
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What is the refractive index of diamond?
What is the refractive index of diamond?
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What phenomenon causes the sky to appear blue?
What phenomenon causes the sky to appear blue?
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Which type of mirror is typically used in a solar blast furnace?
Which type of mirror is typically used in a solar blast furnace?
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What is the main advantage of using thicker handles on shopping bags?
What is the main advantage of using thicker handles on shopping bags?
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What will be the net force acting on Sahil if he is pulled by 100 N eastward and 150 N westward?
What will be the net force acting on Sahil if he is pulled by 100 N eastward and 150 N westward?
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Which of the following is NOT a fundamental physical quantity represented in the SI units?
Which of the following is NOT a fundamental physical quantity represented in the SI units?
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What does a milliampere measure in terms of electric current?
What does a milliampere measure in terms of electric current?
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What discovery is associated with William Nicholson in the early 1800s?
What discovery is associated with William Nicholson in the early 1800s?
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Why is it unsafe to touch electric switches with wet hands?
Why is it unsafe to touch electric switches with wet hands?
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Which physical quantity is represented by the Greek letter 'Omega' in SI units?
Which physical quantity is represented by the Greek letter 'Omega' in SI units?
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Which material is commonly used as a coolant for superconducting magnets?
Which material is commonly used as a coolant for superconducting magnets?
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For which technology did Shockley, Bardeen, and Brattain receive the Nobel Prize?
For which technology did Shockley, Bardeen, and Brattain receive the Nobel Prize?
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What are the majority carriers in N-type semiconductors?
What are the majority carriers in N-type semiconductors?
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Study Notes
Electromagnetic Radiation and Discoveries
- Johann Wilhelm Ritter discovered ultraviolet rays in 1801.
- Heinrich Hertz confirmed Maxwell's theories with the discovery of radio waves in 1886.
- Henri Becquerel received the 1903 Nobel Prize for his discovery of spontaneous radioactivity.
Notable Physics Discoveries and Contributions
- Eric A. Cornell, Wolfgang Ketterle, and Carl E. Wieman won the 2001 Nobel Prize for achieving Bose-Einstein condensation.
- Hans Christian Oersted discovered electric current’s effect on compass needles in 1820.
- Alessandro Volta invented the voltaic pile in 1800, the precursor to modern batteries.
Energy and Motion Concepts
- A 2 kg object dropped from 10 meters has equal potential and kinetic energy at a height of 5 meters (ratio 1:1).
- Potential energy is present in a yo-yo before release, and it transforms into kinetic energy upon motion.
- Displacement represents the shortest distance with direction, distinct from total distance traveled.
Electrical and Magnetic Principles
- The ammeter reading reduces by half when the wire length is doubled.
- A cyclotron accelerates charged particles to high velocities.
- The rheostat changes resistance in an electric circuit, while a galvanometer measures current flow.
Light and Optical Phenomena
- Light's wavelength ranges from 0.4 to 0.7 μm in the visible spectrum.
- Huygens proposed that light moves in waves perpendicular to its direction of movement.
- The refractive index of diamond is 2.4, explaining its light-bending properties.
Forces and Motion Laws
- Newton’s second law: F = ma indicates that force equals mass times acceleration.
- Frictional force is applied in contact with objects, demonstrating physical interaction fundamentals.
- Fleming's Left Hand Rule determines the force acting on a conductor carrying current in a magnetic field.
Waves and Sound
- Longitudinal waves oscillate parallel to motion, while sound waves undergo reverberation, creating prolonged hearing effects.
- The speed of sound in air is approximately 343 m/s; light speed is about 3×10^8 m/s.
Semiconductors and Modern Physics
- Shockley, Bardeen, and Brattain jointly received the 1956 Nobel Prize for inventing transistors, foundational to modern electronics.
- N-type semiconductors have electron majority carriers, while P-type semiconductors have hole majority carriers created through doping.
Scientific Theories and Phenomena
- James Prescott Joule established the relationship between mechanical work and heat transfer.
- The Dirac Equation, derived in 1928, combines Quantum Theory with Special Relativity.
- Galileo concluded that objects move with constant speed in the absence of forces by studying inclined planes.
Miscellaneous Concepts
- The unit of force is the Newton; pressure is measured in Pascals, defined as 1 N/m².
- A light year is a unit of distance representing how far light travels in one year.
- The SI unit for electric current is an Ampere; 1 milliamp equals 0.001 Amps.
- The color of the sky appears blue due to Rayleigh scattering phenomena.
Practical Applications
- Earthquakes occur when stress exceeds frictional forces, releasing energy as waves in the Earth's crust.
- Cathode Ray Tubes emit light when an electron beam is focused on a phosphor-coated screen.
- Use of concave mirrors in applications like solar furnaces and convex mirrors for safety in cars and public places.
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Test your knowledge with this quiz based on Physics One Shot Notes relevant for the SSC exam. The questions cover key concepts and historical milestones in physics, including electromagnetic radiation and notable Nobel Prize achievements. Perfect for quick revision ahead of exams!
