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This category collects physics questions arranged by topic, covering areas such as mechanics, heat, waves, electricity, magnetism and modern physics. Use it to test how well you understand key concepts and formulas, and to get used to the way physics problems are framed in exams.

45 questions

A rod of length 0.25 m moves at 3 m/s in a 0.4 T field perpendicular to its length. What is the induced emf?

Given: A rod of length 0.25 m moves at 3 m/s in a 0.4 T field perpendicular to its length. What is the induced emf? Formula: ε = B l v = 0.4 × 0.25 × 3 = 0.3 V .. Substitution: Substituting given values into formula as per NCERT 2026-27 method. Calculation: Simplifying step by step with proper SI units like m/s², J kg⁻¹ K⁻¹, 10⁻⁵, A m⁻¹ etc. Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27),Topic: Fundamental laws, definitions and applications as per latest NCERT. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π.

A square loop of side 0.18 m with 30 turns carries 2 A in a magnetic field of 0.4 T . The plane of the loop is at 60° to

Given: A square loop of side 0.18 m with 30 turns carries 2 A in a magnetic field of 0.4 T . The plane of the loop is at 60° to the field. What is the torque? Formula: Torque tau = N I A B sin θ, where A = 0.18 × 0.18 = 0.0324 m². Substitution & Calculation: tau = 30 × 2 × 0.0324 × 0.4 × sin 60° = 0.7776 × 0.866 = 0.6734 approx 0.67 N m . Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27),Topic: Fundamental laws, definitions and applications as per latest NCERT. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π.

A uniform disk of mass 3 kg and radius 0.6 m rotates about its nter. What is its moment of inertia?

Given: A uniform disk of mass 3 kg and radius 0.6 m rotates about its nter. What is its moment of inertia? Formula: For a uniform disk: I = 1/2 M R². Substitution & Calculation: M = 3 kg, R = 0.6 m . I = 1/2 × 3 × (0.6)² = 1.5 × 0.36 = 0.54 kg m² . Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27),Topic: Fundamental laws, definitions and applications as per latest NCERT. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π.

A 2 kg block falls from 5 m onto a spring ( k = 500 N/m ). What is the maximum compression? (Take g = 10 m/s² )

Given: A 2 kg block falls from 5 m onto a spring ( k = 500 N/m ). What is the maximum compression? (Take g = 10 m/s² ) Formula: Potential energy mgh = 2 × 10 × 5 = 100 J. Substitution & Calculation: Spring energy 1/2 k x_m² = 100 Rightarrow 250 x_m² = 100 Rightarrow x_m = √0.4 approx 0.63 m . Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27), Chapter: Work, Energy and Power (Latest NCERT 2026-27), Topic: Energy conservation, kinetic energy ½mv² to spring potential ½kx² and compression. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π × 10⁻⁷ T·m/A, SI units and illustrative examples. Page.

A pendulum of length 0.49 m oscillates with g = 9.8 m/s² . What is its frequency?

Given: A pendulum of length 0.49 m oscillates with g = 9.8 m/s² . What is its frequency? Formula: Period: T = 2π √L/g = 2π √0.49/9.8 = 2π √0.05 approx 1.404 s. Substitution & Calculation: Frequency: v = 1/T = 1/1.404 approx 0.712 Hz . Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27),Topic: Fundamental laws, definitions and applications as per latest NCERT. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π.

Light of wavelength 450 nm is incident on a metal with work function 1.9 eV . What is the maximum kinetic energy in eV?

Given: Light of wavelength 450 nm is incident on a metal with work function 1.9 eV . What is the maximum kinetic energy in eV? (Take h c = 1240 eV nm ) Formula: E = h c/lambda = 1240/450 approx 2.756 eV. Substitution & Calculation: K_{max = E - phi_0 = 2.756 - 1.9 approx 0.856 eV . Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27),Topic: Fundamental laws, definitions and applications as per latest NCERT. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π.

A gas has a C_v of 20.8 J mol^{-1 K^{-1. What is the ratio of specific heats (γ)? (R = 8.31 J mol^{-1 K^{-1)

Given: A gas has a C_v of 20.8 J mol^{-1 K^{-1. What is the ratio of specific heats (γ)? (R = 8.31 J mol^{-1 K^{-1) Formula: C_p = C_v + R = 20.8 + 8.31 = 29.11 J mol^{-1 K^{-1. Substitution & Calculation: γ = C_p/C_v = 29.11/20.8 approx 1.40. Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27),Topic: Fundamental laws, definitions and applications as per latest NCERT. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π.

In Rutherford’s scattering experiment, what percentage of alpha-particles scatter by more than 1°?

Given: In Rutherford’s scattering experiment, what percentage of alpha-particles scatter by more than 1°? Formula: Percentage = 0.14%.. Substitution & Calculation: Given: 0.14% of alpha-particles scatter by more than 1°. Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27),Topic: Fundamental laws, definitions and applications as per latest NCERT. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π.

What is the energy equivalent of 2 kg of matter in Joules? (Given c = 3 × 10⁸m/s )

Given: What is the energy equivalent of 2 kg of matter in Joules? (Given c = 3 × 10⁸m/s ) Formula: E = m c². Substitution & Calculation: m = 2 kg, c² = 9 × 10¹⁶m²/s² . E = 2 × 9 × 10¹⁶= 1.8 × 10¹⁷J . Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27),Topic: Fundamental laws, definitions and applications as per latest NCERT. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π.

A coil of self-inductance 1.2 H has its current increased from 2 A to 6 A in 0.4 s. What is the magnitude of the induced

Given: A coil of self-inductance 1.2 H has its current increased from 2 A to 6 A in 0.4 s. What is the magnitude of the induced emf? Formula: ε = L Δ I/Δ t. Substitution & Calculation: Δ I = 6 - 2 = 4 A, Δ t = 0.4 s . ε = 1.2 × 4/0.4 = 1.2 × 10 = 12 V . Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27),Topic: Fundamental laws, definitions and applications as per latest NCERT. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π.

A 2 kg block slides down a frictionless incline from 9 m height. What is its speed at the bottom? (Take g = 10 m/s² )

Given: A 2 kg block slides down a frictionless incline from 9 m height. What is its speed at the bottom? (Take g = 10 m/s² ) Formula: Potential energy mgh = 2 × 10 × 9 = 180 J. Substitution & Calculation: Kinetic energy 1/2 m v² = 180 Rightarrow v² = 180 Rightarrow v = √180 approx 13.42 m/s . Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27), Chapter: Work, Energy and Power (Latest NCERT 2026-27), Topic: Work W = mgh, power P = W/t, lifting at constant speed and power. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π × 10⁻⁷ T·m/A, SI units and.

A manometer with water ( rho = 1000 kg/m³ ) shows a height difference of 0.15 m . What is the pressure difference? (Take

Given: A manometer with water ( rho = 1000 kg/m³ ) shows a height difference of 0.15 m . What is the pressure difference? (Take g = 9.8 m/s² ) Formula: Δ P = rho g h. Substitution & Calculation: rho = 1000 kg/m³, g = 9.8 m/s², h = 0.15 m . Δ P = 1000 × 9.8 × 0.15 = 1470 Pa . Final Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per latest NCERT 2026-27.

Ref: NCERT Physics Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII, continuing as per NCERT advisory for 2026-27),Topic: Fundamental laws, definitions and applications as per latest NCERT. The section explains governing laws, formulas like μ₀ = 4π.