GAT Subject Test (Physics)

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Anna IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Many find it strange that her writing is thought to be tortuous; her recent essays, although longer than most of her earlier essays, are extremely_______.

Anmol Qamar

It is tedious right option?

Anna IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

The author presents the life of Zane Grey with _____ unusual in a biographer: he is not even convinced that Grey was a good writer.

Fani Warraich

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Shalisha Ladawn PHYSICS   -   Classical Mechanics

Electric displacement current through a surface S is by definition proportional to the

Shalisha Ladawn PHYSICS   -   Classical Mechanics

Classical mechanics explains how _______ moves.

Bashir Farooqi IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

During their operational lifetimes, the majority of spacecraft currently face minimal risk of collision with space junk, but given the number of new satellites launched each year, the orbital environment is likely to be less ________ in the future.

Bashir Farooqi IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Florence Nightingale was ___ in the development of modern medicine, ___ such practices as sanitization of hospital wards and isolation of actively infected patients.

Florence Nightingale was a pioneer in the development of modern medicine. She was an innovator who initiated such practices as sanitization of hospital wards and isolation of actively infected patients. She was not a collaborator who rejected these practices, nor was she a maverick who protested them. She was an individual who saw the need for these practices and worked to implement them. The other choices are incorrect. A collaborator is someone who works with others. Nightingale did not work with others to reject these practices. A maverick is someone who goes against the established order. Nightingale did not go against the established order by protesting these practices. A pioneer is someone who is the first to do something. Nightingale was not the first person to suggest these practices, but she was the first person to successfully implement them. An individualist is someone who does things their own way. Nightingale did not do things her own way by standardizing these practices. She worked with others to standardize them.
Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Linda Greenhouse's articles for the New York Times are an outstanding example of ___, capsulizing prose into a necessarily limited space.

Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Roberto Clement was seen as ___ during his life because of both his selflessness on the baseball field and his humanitarian work in his native Nicaragua

Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

His habit of spending more than he earned left him in a state of perpetual------ but he------------hoping to see a more affluent day

Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Known for his commitment to numerous worthy causes, the philanthropist deserved------ for his-----------

Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

You should --------this paragraph in order to make your essay more-----

Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

A------glance pays-----attention to details

Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Surprisingly enough, it is more difficult to write about the--------than about the---and strange.

The sentence is comparing the difficulty of writing about two different things. The first part of the sentence sets up the contrast by stating that it is more difficult to write about something "surprisingly enough" than something else. The key to understanding the correct answer is to recognize the contrast between the two words in each pair. "Commonplace" refers to things that are ordinary, everyday, or familiar. These are things that are not particularly interesting or unusual. "Exotic" refers to things that are foreign, unusual, or unique. These are things that are out of the ordinary and intriguing because of their distinctiveness. Given this contrast, it makes sense that it would be more difficult to write about something commonplace (which lacks inherent interest or novelty) compared to something exotic (which has a built-in level of intrigue and uniqueness). Therefore, option C is the correct answer because it correctly captures this contrast in difficulty.
Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

A-----response is one that is made with----------.

In this sentence, a "speedy" response is described as one made with "alacrity," which means briskness, eagerness, or willingness to respond quickly and with enthusiasm. This choice of words creates a logical and coherent sentence.
Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

3. A----is a-------.

In this sentence, a "norm" is described as a "standard." This pairing of words makes sense and creates a coherent sentence. Norms often refer to accepted standards or behaviors within a group or society.
Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

It is widely believed that a nuclear war could ____ enough smoke and dust to block out the sun and freeze the earth.

In this context, "billow" means to produce large quantities of smoke and dust, which could have the described catastrophic effects on the environment.
Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Consumption of red meat has ____ because its fat content has become a worrisome and ____ matter.

In this context, "declined" fits with the idea that people are eating less red meat, and "controversial" suggests that there is debate or disagreement about its health implications, particularly related to its fat content
Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

It takes ____ character to ____ the extremities of the arctic region.

Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Consumers refused to buy meat products from the company because of rumors that the water supply at the meat processing plant was ______; the rumors, however, were quite ______, with no hard evidence to back them up.

This choice of words creates a coherent sentence where "contaminated" refers to the rumors about the water supply being polluted, and "unsubstantiated" means that there was no concrete evidence to support these rumors
Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Many kinds of harmful viruses are unhindered when passing through different parts of the host organism; indeed, there are few organic substances which such viruses’ cannot______.

Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Their conversation was unsettling, for the gravity of their topic contrasted so oddly with the ______ of their tone

Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Throughout the animal kingdom, ____ bigger than the elephant.

Fani Warraich PHYSICS   -   Electromagnetism

The Net Magnetic flux from any closed surface is

This is because the net magnetic flux through any closed surface is always zero. This is known as Gauss's law for magnetism. It is a consequence of the fact that there are no magnetic monopoles, meaning that magnetic field lines always form closed loops.
Fani Warraich IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Although its publicity has been ___, the film itself is intelligent, well-acted, handsomely produced and altogether ___

Fani Warraich IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

The Inuit natives of Alaska's North Slope worry that ___ oil exploration might ___their sensitive natural environment.

Fani Warraich IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Ants live in colonies based on ___; each member contributes to the good of all by actively working with others in performing necessary tasks.

Sidis IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

In the given sentence, identify the gerund phrase: "Running marathons in extreme weather conditions requires immense determination and endurance."

A gerund phrase is a phrase consisting of a gerund (a verb form ending in "-ing") and any modifiers or complements. In this sentence, "Running marathons" functions as a gerund phrase because "running" is a gerund acting as the subject of the sentence.
Sidis IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Identify the logical fallacy in the following argument: "I've never seen a black swan; therefore, black swans do not exist."

The argument makes a broad generalization based on insufficient evidence. Seeing no black swans personally does not necessarily mean that they do not exist; it's just an insufficient sample size to draw such a conclusion.
Sidis IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Choose the word that best completes the analogy: Adorn: Decorate :: _______ : Amass

"Adorn" is a synonym for "decorate." Similarly, "Hoard" is a synonym for "amass" or collect in large quantities.
Sidis IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Verbal Reasoning

Identify the figure of speech used in the following sentence :"The stars danced playfully in the sky."

Personification is the attribution of human characteristics to non-human entities. In this sentence, the stars are described as "dancing playfully," which is a human characteristic attributed to them.
Sidis IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Analytical Reasoning

An office building has five floors, numbered one through five. Each floor has a different color carpet: red, blue, green, yellow, and white. The following conditions must be met: i. The red carpet cannot be on the top floor. ii. The blue carpet must be above the green carpet but below the yellow carpet. iii. The white carpet must be on a higher floor than the green carpet but cannot be on the top floor. In which of the following arrangements is the sequence of floors correctly matched with the colors of their respective carpets?

The arrangement follows all the given conditions: red is not on the top floor, blue is above green and below yellow, and white is above green but not on the top floor.
Sidis IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Analytical Reasoning

In a certain company, there are seven executives: Adam, Ben, Chris, David, Emily, Fiona, and Grace. They are seated in a row of chairs. The following conditions must be met: i. Adam cannot sit next to Chris or Emily. ii. Ben must sit next to David. iii. Fiona cannot sit at either end of the row. Which of the following is a valid arrangement of the executives?

In this arrangement, all the given conditions are met: Adam is not next to Chris or Emily, Ben is next to David, and Fiona is not at either end of the row.
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Sidis IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Analytical Reasoning

Five friends – Alex, Brian, Chris, David, and Eric – are participating in a singing competition. They will perform one after the other. The following conditions must be met: i. Alex cannot perform before David or Eric. ii. Brian must perform before Chris. iii. David cannot be the first or last to perform. In which of the following sequences can the friends perform according to the given conditions?

This sequence satisfies all conditions: Alex does not perform before David or Eric, Brian performs before Chris, and David is neither first nor last.
Sidis IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Analytical Reasoning

In a chess tournament, there are six players: Alice, Bob, Carol, David, Emily, and Frank. Each player plays exactly once against each of the other players. The following conditions must be met: i. Alice must play against Bob and Emily. ii. Carol cannot play against David or Frank. iii. Emily must play against Alice and David. How many different matches can be played in total?

There are six players, so each player plays against five other players. However, the matches involving Alice, Emily, and Carol are determined by the given conditions, resulting in 12 matches.
Sidis IQ APTITUDE & ABILITY   -   Analytical Reasoning

Five books – A, B, C, D, and E – are placed on a shelf. The following conditions must be met: i. Book A cannot be placed next to book B. ii. Book C must be placed between books B and D. iii. Book E must be placed somewhere to the right of book A. Which of the following represents a valid arrangement of the books on the shelf, from left to right?

In this arrangement, all the given conditions are met: A is not next to B, C is between B and D, and E is to the right of A.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Quantum Mechanics

Which of the following statements about the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle is correct?

The Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle specifically quantifies the limits of measurement precision. It states that the product of the uncertainties in position (Δ𝑥) and momentum (Δ𝑝) of a particle is always greater than or equal to ℏ/2, where ℏ is the reduced Planck constant. Mathematically, Δ𝑥 ⋅ Δ𝑝 ≥ ℏ / 2. This principle does not state that position and momentum cannot be measured simultaneously, but rather that there is a fundamental limit to the precision with which they can be known simultaneously.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Quantum Mechanics

In the context of quantum mechanics, what does the term "wavefunction collapse" refer to?

Wavefunction collapse refers to the process where a wavefunction, which initially exists in a superposition of multiple eigenstates, abruptly transitions into a single eigenstate as a result of a measurement. This concept is central to the Copenhagen interpretation of quantum mechanics, which posits that the act of measurement causes the system to 'choose' one of the possible outcomes, collapsing the wavefunction to a specific state.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Quantum Mechanics

What is the physical significance of the commutator of the position and momentum operators in Quantum Mechanics?

The commutator of the position and momentum operators, [x, p] = iℏ, is a fundamental concept in Quantum Mechanics. It represents the uncertainty principle, which states that certain pairs of physical properties (such as position and momentum) cannot be precisely known at the same time.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Quantum Mechanics

A particle is in a superposition of two energy eigenstates, |ψ= a|E1+ b|E2. What is the probability of finding the particle in the energy eigenstate |E1?

The probability of finding the particle in the energy eigenstate |E1is given by the square of the amplitude of the coefficient of |E1, which is |a|^2 / (|a|^2 + |b|^2).
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Quantum Mechanics

What is the purpose of the wave function renormalization in Quantum Field Theory?

Wave function renormalization is a process in Quantum Field Theory that removes the infinite self-energy of particles, making the theory finite and well-defined.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Quantum Mechanics

A beam of particles passes through a Stern-Gerlach apparatus with a magnetic field gradient oriented in the z-direction. What is the effect on the beam?

The Stern-Gerlach apparatus splits the beam into two components with opposite spin components in the direction of the magnetic field gradient, which is the z-direction in this case.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Quantum Mechanics

What is the name of the process by which a particle and its antiparticle annihilate into photons?

Pair annihilation is the process by which a particle and its antiparticle (such as an electron and a positron) annihilate into photons, releasing energy in the form of radiation.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Thermodynamics

A heat engine operates between two reservoirs at temperatures T1 and T2, with T1 > T2. What is the maximum efficiency of the engine?

The maximum efficiency of a heat engine is given by the Carnot efficiency, which is 1 - (T2 / T1), where T1 is the temperature of the hot reservoir and T2 is the temperature of the cold reservoir.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Thermodynamics

A system undergoes a reversible isothermal expansion from volume V1 to V2. What is the change in internal energy of the system?

In a reversible isothermal process, the temperature remains constant, and the change in internal energy is zero, ΔU = 0.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Thermodynamics

What is the name of the process by which a system transitions from a metastable state to a stable state with a decrease in free energy?

Nucleation is the process by which a system transitions from a metastable state to a stable state with a decrease in free energy, often accompanied by the formation of a new phase.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Thermodynamics

A gas is compressed adiabatically from pressure P1 to P2. What is the change in temperature of the gas?

In an adiabatic compression, the temperature of the gas increases according to the relation T2 = T1 * (P2 / P1)^(γ - 1), where γ is the adiabatic index.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Thermodynamics

What is the name of the thermodynamic potential that describes a system at constant pressure and temperature?

The Gibbs free energy is a thermodynamic potential that describes a system at constant pressure and temperature, and is defined as G = H - TS, where H is the enthalpy and S is the entropy.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Electromagnetism

A charged particle moves with a velocity v = 0.6c in a region with a uniform magnetic field B = 2T. What is the magnitude of the force experienced by the particle if its charge is q = 3 × 10^(-6) C?

The force experienced by a charged particle in a magnetic field is given by F = qvB sin(θ), where θ is the angle between the velocity and magnetic field vectors. In this case, since the velocity and magnetic field are perpendicular, sin(θ) = 1, and F = qvB = 3 × 10^(-6) C × 0.6 × 3 × 10^8 m/s × 2 T = 3.6 × 10^(-2) N.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Electromagnetism

A parallel-plate capacitor has a capacitance C = 5 μF and is charged to a voltage V = 12 V. If the plates are separated by a distance d = 2 mm, what is the energy density of the electric field between the plates?

The energy density of the electric field between the plates is given by u = (1/2)ε₀E^2, where ε₀ is the permittivity of free space and E is the electric field strength. The electric field strength is given by E = V/d = 12 V / 2 × 10^(-3) m = 6 × 10^3 V/m. Substituting this value, we get u = (1/2) × 8.85 × 10^(-12) C^2/Nm^2 × (6 × 10^3 V/m)^2 = 1.8 × 10^5 J/m^3.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Electromagnetism

A coil of 500 turns and cross-sectional area A = 0.02 m^2 is placed in a region with a uniform magnetic field B = 0.1 T. If the coil is rotated at a constant angular velocity ω = 20 rad/s, what is the maximum emf induced in the coil?

The maximum emf induced in the coil is given by ε = N × (dΦ/dt), where N is the number of turns, Φ is the magnetic flux, and d/dt is the derivative with respect to time. The magnetic flux is given by Φ = B × A × cos(ωt), where ω is the angular velocity and t is time. Substituting the values, we get ε = 500 × (0.1 T × 0.02 m^2 × cos(20 rad/s × t))/dt = 6.28 V.
Gitofa Shah PHYSICS   -   Electromagnetism

A beam of light with a wavelength λ = 500 nm is incident on a diffraction grating with 5000 lines per meter. What is the angular separation between the first-order maxima?

The angular separation between the first-order maxima is given by Δθ = λ/d, where d is the grating spacing. The grating spacing is given by d = 1/5000 m = 2 × 10^(-4) m. Substituting the values, we get Δθ = 500 × 10^(-9) m / 2 × 10^(-4) m = 0.1 rad
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Astrophysics

Which of the following types of electromagnetic radiation has the shortest wavelength?

Gamma rays have the shortest wavelength among the options listed. They are high-energy photons with wavelengths shorter than X-rays.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Astrophysics

What is the approximate surface temperature of the Sun?

The surface temperature of the Sun is approximately 5,500 degrees Kelvin (K).
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Astrophysics

What phenomenon causes the shift in spectral lines towards longer wavelengths in astrophysical objects moving away from Earth?

The Doppler effect causes the shift in spectral lines towards longer wavelengths (redshift) for objects moving away from Earth and towards shorter wavelengths (blueshift) for objects moving towards Earth.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Astrophysics

Which of the following is a remnant of a massive star that has undergone a supernova explosion?

A neutron star is the compact remnant left behind after a massive star explodes in a supernova.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Astrophysics

What is the name of the boundary surrounding a black hole beyond which nothing, not even light, can escape?

The event horizon is the boundary surrounding a black hole from within which nothing can escape its gravitational pull, not even light.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Astrophysics

Which type of galaxy is characterized by a flat disk containing young stars, gas, and dust, with spiral arms extending outward from a central bulge?

Spiral galaxies have a distinct flattened disk structure with spiral arms emanating from a central bulge, containing young stars, gas, and dust.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Astrophysics

What is the primary source of energy generation in main-sequence stars like the Sun?

Main-sequence stars like the Sun generate energy through nuclear fusion, specifically the fusion of hydrogen into helium in their cores.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Astrophysics

What theoretical concept describes the gravitational collapse of a massive star into an infinitely dense point, resulting in a gravitational singularity?

A black hole is a region of spacetime where gravity is so intense that not even light can escape from it, formed by the collapse of a massive star.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Astrophysics

Which phenomenon describes the bending of light around a massive object due to gravity?

Gravitational lensing occurs when light from a distant object is bent as it passes near a massive object, like a galaxy or a black hole, due to the gravitational field of the massive object.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Astrophysics

What is the predominant element found in the universe by mass fraction?

Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe by mass fraction, constituting about 75% of the mass of all normal matter.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Atomic Physics

Which quantum number specifies the shape of an atomic orbital?

The orbital quantum number (l) determines the shape of an atomic orbital. It ranges from 0 to (n-1), where n is the principal quantum number.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Atomic Physics

Which phenomenon occurs when an electron moves from a higher to a lower energy level within an atom, emitting a photon?

Emission occurs when an electron transitions from a higher energy level to a lower one within an atom, releasing energy in the form of a photon.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Atomic Physics

Which element has the electron configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 3d¹⁰ 4s² 4p⁶ 4d¹⁰ 5s² 5p⁶?

The electron configuration given belongs to Xenon (Xe), a noble gas with atomic number 54.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Atomic Physics

Which of the following transitions in the hydrogen atom results in the emission of the highest energy photon?

The energy of emitted photons in hydrogen atom transitions is highest when the electron falls from a higher energy level to a lower one. The transition from n = 4 to n = 5 corresponds to the highest energy difference among the options provided.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Atomic Physics

What is the term for the minimum amount of energy required to remove an electron from the outermost shell of an atom in its ground state?

Ionization energy is the energy required to completely remove an electron from an atom or ion in its ground state. It is a measure of the atom's ability to hold onto its electrons.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Nuclear Physics

Which of the following particles is emitted during beta-minus decay?

Beta-minus decay involves the emission of an electron (beta particle) from a nucleus. This occurs when a neutron in the nucleus converts into a proton, releasing an electron and an antineutrino.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Nuclear Physics

Which nuclear reaction is responsible for the energy production in the Sun and other stars?

Nuclear fusion is the process where light atomic nuclei combine to form heavier nuclei, releasing a significant amount of energy. It is the primary energy source for stars, including the Sun.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Nuclear Physics

What is the fundamental force responsible for binding protons and neutrons together in the nucleus?

The strong nuclear force is the fundamental force that binds protons and neutrons (nucleons) together in the nucleus. It is a short-range force that overcomes the repulsive electromagnetic force between protons.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Nuclear Physics

Which of the following particles has the same charge as an electron but approximately 1836 times greater mass?

A proton has the same charge as an electron (positive) but is much heavier, with a mass approximately 1836 times greater than that of an electron.
lorrin mike PHYSICS   -   Nuclear Physics

What is the approximate binding energy per nucleon in a typical stable nucleus?

The binding energy per nucleon represents the average energy required to completely separate a nucleus into its individual nucleons. It is approximately 8 MeV for stable nuclei, indicating the stability and compactness of nuclear structure.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

When a helium atom loses an electron, it becomes:

When a helium atom loses an electron, it becomes a positively charged ion (He⁺), also known as a positive helium ion. It is not an alpha particle (which consists of 2 protons and 2 neutrons), nor a proton (which is a hydrogen nucleus), nor a negative ion (which would require gaining an electron).
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

Beta ray emitted by a radioactive substance is:

Beta particles (β-) are high-energy, high-speed electrons emitted by the nucleus during radioactive decay, specifically from the transformation of a neutron into a proton within the nucleus, releasing an electron (beta particle) and an antineutrino.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

An electric charge in uniform motion produces:

An electric charge in uniform motion produces both electric and magnetic fields. The moving charge creates an electric field due to its charge and a magnetic field due to its motion.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

What is emitted by a hot metal filament in a cathode ray tube?

A hot metal filament in a cathode ray tube emits electrons. These emitted electrons form the cathode rays that travel from the cathode to the anode within the tube.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

If the mass of the bob of a pendulum is doubled its time period is:

The time period of a simple pendulum is given by 𝑇 = 2𝜋 √ 𝐿 / g, where 𝐿 is the length of the pendulum and 𝑔 is the acceleration due to gravity. The mass of the bob does not affect the time period of the pendulum.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

The center of Newton rings is dark due to

Newton's rings are a pattern of interference fringes. The center of Newton's rings appears dark because of destructive interference between the light waves reflected from the top and bottom surfaces of the thin air film between the lens and the glass plate.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

Which one is the most stable element on the basis of binding energy?

The most stable element on the basis of binding energy per nucleon is iron (Fe). The binding energy per nucleon reaches a maximum for iron-56, which means it is the most stable nucleus. This concept is crucial in nuclear physics, as it explains why nuclear fusion occurs in stars up to iron and why heavier elements are formed by supernovae explosions.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

Resistance in RC circuit of time constant 2 seconds is 1000 Ohms. What is the value of C in the circuit?

The time constant (𝜏) for an RC circuit is given by the product of resistance (R) and capacitance (C): 𝜏 = R⋅C. given 𝜏 = 2 seconds and R = 1000 ohms: C = 𝜏 / R = 2s / 1000 ohms = 0.002 farads = 2000 μfarads however, as 2 μF aligns closely with the other options, we'll check: C = 2s / 1000 ohms = 2 x 10−3 F = 2000 μF
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

The Lenz’s law refers to induced __________

Lenz's Law states that the direction of the induced electromotive force (emf) will always be such that it opposes the change in magnetic flux that produced it. This is a fundamental principle in electromagnetism and is key to understanding how induction works.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

In which of the following, output is similar to NAND gate if input A=0 and input B=1.

For inputs A=0 and B=1: NAND gate outputs 1 (since 0 AND 1 is 0, and NOT 0 is 1). XOR gate outputs 1 (since XOR is true when inputs differ) Hence, the correct option is C) XOR.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

For atomic hydrogen spectrum, which of the following series lies in visible region of electromagnetic spectrum?

The Balmer series of the hydrogen spectrum lies in the visible region. It involves transitions where the final energy level is n=2, and the initial levels are n>2.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

__________ are the particles that experience strong nuclear force.

Particles that experience the strong nuclear force are nucleons, i.e., protons and neutrons. This force binds the nucleus together.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

The vertical velocity of ball thrown upward __________ with time.

When a ball is thrown upward, its vertical velocity decreases linearly with time due to the constant acceleration of gravity acting downward.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

The force required to bend the normally straight path of a particle into a circular path is called __________ force.

The force that keeps a particle moving in a circular path and is directed towards the center of the circle is called centripetal force.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

A disc at rest without slipping, rolls down a hill of height (3 x 9.8) m. What is its speed in m/sec when it reaches at the bottom?

x he potential energy at the top converts to kinetic energy at the bottom. Using energy conservation: mgh = 1/2mv2. v = /2gh and h = 3 x 9.8 = 29.4 m and then v = /2 x 9.8 x 29.4 ~~ 11.4 m / s
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

Tuning of the radio is the best example of electrical __________

Tuning a radio involves adjusting the frequency of the LC circuit to resonate at the frequency of the desired radio station.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

A standing wave pattern is formed when the length of string is an integral multiple of __________ wavelength.

A standing wave on a string fixed at both ends forms when the length of the string is an integral multiple of half wavelengths.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

Which of the following lights travels the fastest in optical fibres?

Infra-red light travels fastest in optical fibers due to lower attenuation and dispersion compared to visible light.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

The algebraic sum of potential changes in a closed circuit is zero is Kirchhoff’s __________ rule.

Kirchhoff's second rule, also known as the voltage law (KVL), states that the sum of the electrical potential differences (voltages) around any closed circuit is zero.
Mushkovic PHYSICS   -   Physics

In LED when an electron combines with a __________ during forward bias conduction, a photon of visible light is emitted.

In an LED, when an electron recombines with a hole in the p-n junction, energy is released in the form of a photon, emitting visible light.

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Fani Warraich
Anna
Bashir Farooqi
Shalisha Ladawn
Muhammad Tayyab Ikhlas
Sidis
Gitofa Shah
lorrin mike
Mushkovic