JEE Main 16 March 2021 Shift 2 question paper with solutions

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Maths

Question 1

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

The maximum value of $$f(x) = \begin{vmatrix} \sin^2 x & 1 + \cos^2 x & \cos 2x \\ 1 + \sin^2 x & \cos^2 x & \cos 2x \\ \sin^2 x & \cos^2 x & \sin 2x \end{vmatrix}, \ x \in \mathbb{R} is:$$

  1. $\sqrt{7}$
  2. $\frac{3}{4}$
  3. $\sqrt{5}$
  4. 5

Answer: (c)

Solution

Perform the column operation $C_1 + C_2 \rightarrow C_1$ on the matrix: $$\begin{vmatrix} 2 & 1 + \cos^2 x & \cos 2x \\ 2 & \cos^2 x & \cos 2x \\ 1 & \cos^2 x & \sin 2x \end{vmatrix}$$ Next, perform the row operation $R_1 - R_2 \rightarrow R_1$: $$\begin{vmatrix} 0 & 1 & 0 \\ 2 & \cos^2 x & \cos 2x \\ 1 & \cos^2 x & \sin 2x \end{vmatrix}$$ Open with respect to $R_1$: $$-(2 \sin 2x - \cos 2x)$$ Let $\cos 2x - 2 \sin 2x = f(x)$. The maximum value of $f(x)$ is: $$f(x)\big|_{\max} = \sqrt{1 + 4} = \sqrt{5}$$

Question 2

Maths · Probability · Single correct

Let A denote the event that a 6-digit integer formed by 0,1,2,3,4,5,6 without repetitions, be divisible by 3. Then probability of event A is equal to:

  1. $\frac{9}{56}$
  2. $\frac{4}{9}$
  3. $\frac{3}{7}$
  4. $\frac{11}{27}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Total cases: $$6 \cdot 6 \cdot 5 \cdot 4 \cdot 3 \cdot 2$$ $$n(s) = 6 \cdot 6!$$ Favourable cases: Number divisible by 3 Sum of digits must be divisible by 3 Case-I 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Number of ways = $6!$ Case-II 0, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 Number of ways = $5 \cdot 5!$ Case-III 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Number of ways = $5 \cdot 5!$ $$n(favourable) = 6! + 2 \cdot 5 \cdot 5!$$ $$P = \frac{6! + 2 \cdot 5 \cdot 5!}{6 \cdot 6!} = \frac{4}{9}$$

Question 3

Maths · Continuity and Differentiability · Single correct

Let $\alpha \in \mathbb{R}$ be such that the function $$f(x) = \begin{cases} \frac{\cos^{-1}(1-\{x\}^2) \sin^{-1}(1-\{x\})}{\{x\}-\{x\}^3}, & x \neq 0 \\ \alpha, & x = 0 \end{cases}$$ is continuous at $x = 0$, where $\{x\} = x - \lfloor x \rfloor$, $\lfloor x \rfloor$ is the greatest integer less than or equal to $x$. Then:

  1. $\alpha = \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}}$
  2. $\alpha = 0$
  3. no such $\alpha$ exists
  4. $\alpha = \frac{\pi}{4}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\lim_{x \to 0^+} f(x) = f(0) = \lim_{x \to 0^-} (x)$. $$\lim_{x \to 0^+} \frac{\cos^{-1}(1-x^2) \cdot \sin^{-1}(1-x)}{x(1-x)(1+x)}$$ $$\lim_{x \to 0^+} \frac{\cos^{-1}(1-x^2)}{x \cdot 1 \cdot 1} \cdot \frac{\pi}{2}$$ Let $1 - x^2 = \cos \theta$. $$\frac{\pi}{2} \lim_{x \to 0^+} \frac{\theta}{\sqrt{1-\cos \theta}}$$ $$\frac{\pi}{2} \lim_{\theta \to 0^+} \frac{\theta}{\sqrt{2} \sin \frac{\theta}{2}} = \frac{\pi}{\sqrt{2}}$$ Now, $\lim_{x \to 0^-} \frac{\cos^{-1}(1-(1+x)^2) \sin^{-1}(-x)}{(1+x)-(1+x)^3}$ $$\lim_{x \to 0^-} \frac{\frac{\pi}{2} (-\sin^{-1} x)}{(1+x)(2+x)(-x)}$$ $$\lim_{x \to 0^-} \frac{\frac{\pi}{2}}{1 \cdot 2} \cdot \frac{\sin^{-1} x}{x} = \frac{\pi}{4}$$ Therefore, $\Rightarrow RHL \neq LHL$. Function can't be continuous. $\Rightarrow$ No value of $\alpha$ exist.

Question 4

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

If $(x, y, z)$ be an arbitrary point lying on a plane $P$ which passes through the point $(42,0,0)$ $(0,42,0)$ and $(0,0,42)$, then the value of expression 3 + $\frac{x-11}{(y-19)^2(z-12)^2}$ + $\frac{y-19}{(x-11)^2(z-12)^2}$ + $\frac{z-12}{(x-11)^2(y-19)^2}$ - $\frac{x+y+z}{14(x-11)(y-19)(z-12)}$

  1. 0
  2. 3
  3. 39
  4. -45

Answer: (b)

Solution

Plane passing through $(42, 0, 0)$, $(0, 42, 0)$, $(0, 0, 42)$. From intercept form, equation of plane is $x + y + z = 42$. $$\Rightarrow (x - 11) + (y - 19) + (z - 12) = 0$$ Let $a = x - 11$, $b = y - 19$, $c = z - 12$. $a + b + c = 0$. Now, given expression is $$3 + \frac{a}{b^2c^2} + \frac{b}{a^2c^2} + \frac{c}{a^2b^2} - \frac{42}{14abc}$$ $$3 + \frac{a^3 + b^3 + c^3 - 3abc}{a^2b^2c^2}$$ If $a + b + c = 0$ $$\Rightarrow a^3 + b^3 + c^3 = 3abc$$ $$\Rightarrow 3$$

Question 5

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

Consider the integral $$I = \int_{0}^{10} \frac{[x] e^{[x]}}{e^x - 1} \, dx$$ where $[x]$ denotes the greatest integer less than or equal to $x$. Then the value of $I$ is equal to:

  1. $9(e - 1)$
  2. $45(e + 1)$
  3. $45(e - 1)$
  4. $9(e + 1)$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $$I = \int_0^{10} [x] \cdot e^{[x] - x + 1}$$ We can write $$I = \int_0^1 0 \, dx + \int_1^2 1 \cdot e^{2-x} + \int_2^3 2 \cdot e^{3-x} + \ldots + \int_9^{10} 9 \cdot e^{10-x} \, dx$$ This implies $$I = \sum_{n=0}^{9} \int_n^{n+1} n \cdot e^{n+1-x} \, dx$$ Evaluating the integral, we have $$= -\sum_{n=0}^{9} n \left( e^{n+1-x} \right)_{n}^{n+1}$$ Simplifying, $$= (e-1) \sum_{n=0}^{9} n$$ Calculating the sum, $$= -\sum_{n=0}^{9} n \cdot \left( e^0 - e^1 \right)$$ Finally, $$= 45(e-1)$$

Question 6

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

Let C be the locus of the mirror image of a point on the parabola $y^2 = 4x$ with respect to the line $y = x$. Then the equation of tangent to C at P(2, 1) is :

  1. $x - y = 1$
  2. $2x + y = 5$
  3. $x + 3y = 5$
  4. $x + 2y = 4$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $y^2 = 4x$. Mirror image on $y = x \Rightarrow C : x^2 = 4y$. $2x = 4 \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} \Rightarrow \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{x}{2}$. $$\left. \frac{dy}{dx} \right|_{P(2,1)} = \frac{2}{2} = 1$$ Equation of tangent at $(2,1)$ $$\Rightarrow y - 1 = 1(x - 2)$$ $$\Rightarrow x - y = 1$$

Question 7

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

If $y = y(x)$ is the solution of the differential equation $\frac{dy}{dx} + (\tan x) y = \sin x$, $0 \leq x \leq \frac{\pi}{3}$, with $y(0) = 0$, then $y\left(\frac{\pi}{4}\right)$ equal to:

  1. $\frac{1}{4} \log_e 2$
  2. $\left(\frac{1}{2\sqrt{2}}\right) \log_e 2$
  3. $\log_e 2$
  4. $\frac{1}{2} \log_e 2$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{dy}{dx}$ + ($\tan$ x)y = $\sin$ x; $\ $0 $\leq$ x $\leq$ $\frac{\pi}{3}$ $\)$. Integrating factor (I.F.) is $\($ e^{$\int$ $\tan$ x $\,$ dx} = e^{$\ln$ $\sec$ x} = $\sec$ x $\)$. $\($ y $\sec$ x = $\int$ $\tan$ x $\,$ dx $\)$ $\($ y $\sec$ x = $\ln$ |$\sec$ x| + C $\)$ Given $\($ x = 0, y = 0 $\)$ implies $\($ $\therefore$ c = 0 $\)$. Thus, $\($ y $\sec$ x = $\ln$ |$\sec$ x| $\)$. $\($ y = $\cos$ x $\cdot$ $\ln$ |$\sec$ x| $\)$. $\($ y|_{x = $\frac{\pi}{4}$} = $\left$( $\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$ $\right$) $\cdot$ $\ln$ $\sqrt{2}$ $\)$ $\($ y|_{x = $\frac{\pi}{4}$} = $\frac{1}{2\sqrt{2}}$ $\log$_e 2 $\)$

Question 8

Maths · Relations and Functions · Single correct

Let $A = \{2, 3, 4, 5, \ldots, 30\}$ and '$\simeq$' be an equivalence relation on $A \times A$, defined by $(a,b) \simeq (c,d)$, if and only if $ad = bc$. Then the number of ordered pairs which satisfy this equivalence relation with ordered pair $(4,3)$ is equal to:

  1. 5
  2. 6
  3. 8
  4. 7

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given the set $A = \{2, 3, 4, 5, \ldots, 30\}$. The condition $(a, b) \simeq (c, d)$ implies $ad = bc$. For $(4, 3) \simeq (c, d)$, we have $4d = 3c$. This implies $$\frac{4}{3} = \frac{c}{d}$$ and $c, d \in \{2, 3, \ldots, 30\}$. Therefore, $$\frac{c}{d} = \frac{4}{3}$$ and the pairs $(c, d)$ are $\{(4, 3), (8, 6), (12, 9), (16, 12), (20, 15), (24, 18), (28, 21)\}$. The number of ordered pairs is $7$.

Question 9

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

Let the lengths of intercepts on x-axis and y-axis made by the circle $x^2 + y^2 + ax + 2ay + c = 0$ $(a < 0)$ be $2\sqrt{2}$ and $2\sqrt{5}$, respectively. Then the shortest distance from origin to a tangent to this circle which is perpendicular to the line $x + 2y = 0$, is equal to:

  1. $\sqrt{11}$
  2. $\sqrt{7}$
  3. $\sqrt{6}$
  4. $\sqrt{10}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $x^2 + y^2 + ax + 2ay + c = 0$ $2\sqrt{g^2-c} = 2\sqrt{\dfrac{a^2}{4}-c} = 2\sqrt{2}$ $\Rightarrow \dfrac{a^2}{4}-c = 2 \qquad ...(1)$ $2\sqrt{f^2-c} = 2\sqrt{a^2-c} = 2\sqrt{5}$ $\Rightarrow a^2-c = 5 \qquad ...(2)$ From (1) and (2), $\dfrac{3a^2}{4} = 3$ $\Rightarrow a = -2 \; (a<0)$ $\therefore c = -1$ Circle: $\Rightarrow x^2 + y^2 - 2x - 4y - 1 = 0$ $\Rightarrow (x-1)^2 + (y-2)^2 = 6$ Given $x + 2y = 0$ $\Rightarrow m = -\dfrac{1}{2}$ $m_{\text{tangent}} = 2$ Equation of tangent: $\Rightarrow (y-2) = 2(x-1) \pm \sqrt{6}\sqrt{1+4}$ $\Rightarrow 2x - y \pm \sqrt{30} = 0$ Perpendicular distance from $(0,0)$ $= \left|\dfrac{\pm\sqrt{30}}{\sqrt{4+1}}\right|$ $= \sqrt{6}$

Question 10

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Single correct

The least value of $|z|$ where $z$ is complex number which satisfies the inequality $$\exp \left( \frac{(|z| + 3)(|z| - 1)}{|z| + 1} \log_e 2 \right) \geq \log_{\sqrt{2}} |5\sqrt{7} + 9i|$$ $i = \sqrt{-1}$, is equal to :

  1. 3
  2. $\sqrt{5}$
  3. 2
  4. 8

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $$\exp\left(\frac{(|z|+3)(|z|-1)}{|z|+1} \ln 2\right) \geq \log_{\sqrt{2}} |5\sqrt{7} + 9i|$$ This implies $$\frac{(|z|+3)(|z|-1)}{|z|+1} \geq \log_{\sqrt{2}}(16)$$ Therefore, $$\frac{(|z|+3)(|z|-1)}{|z|+1} \geq 2^3$$ This simplifies to $$\frac{(|z|+3)(|z|-1)}{|z|+1} \geq 3$$ Thus, $$(|z|+3)(|z|-1) \geq 3(|z|+1)$$ Expanding gives $$|z|^2 + 2|z| - 3 \geq 3|z| + 3$$ Simplifying, $$|z|^2 + |z| - 6 \geq 0$$ Factoring, $$(|z|-3)(|z|+2) \geq 0 \Rightarrow |z| - 3 \geq 0$$ Therefore, $$|z| \geq 3 \Rightarrow |z|_{\min} = 3$$

Question 11

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Single correct

Consider a rectangle ABCD having 5, 7, 6, 9 points in the interior of the line segments AB, CD, BC, DA respectively. Let $\alpha$ be the number of triangles having these points from different sides as vertices and $\beta$ be the number of quadrilaterals having these points from different sides as vertices. Then $(\beta - \alpha)$ is equal to:

  1. 795
  2. 1173
  3. 1890
  4. 717

Answer: (d)

Solution

Let $\alpha$ be the number of triangles. $$\alpha = 5 \cdot 6 \cdot 7 + 5 \cdot 7 \cdot 9 + 5 \cdot 6 \cdot 9 + 6 \cdot 7 \cdot 9$$ $$= 210 + 315 + 270 + 378$$ $$= 1173$$ Let $\beta$ be the number of quadrilaterals. $$\beta = 5 \cdot 6 \cdot 7 \cdot 9 = 1890$$ The difference is given by $$\beta - \alpha = 1890 - 1173 = 717$$

Question 12

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

If the point of intersections of the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{16} + \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$ and the circle $x^2 + y^2 = 4\,b$, $b > 4$ lie on the curve $y^2 = 3x^2$, then $b$ is equal to:

  1. 12
  2. 5
  3. 6
  4. 10

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given the equations $y^2 = 3x^2$ and $x^2 + y^2 = 4b$. Solve both we get so $x^2 = b$. $$\frac{x^2}{16} + \frac{3x^2}{b^2} = 1$$ $$\frac{b}{16} + \frac{3}{b} = 1$$ $$b^2 - 16b + 48 = 0$$ $$(b - 12)(b - 4) = 0$$ $b = 12, b > 4$

Question 13

Maths · Inverse Trigonometric Functions · Single correct

Given that the inverse trigonometric functions take principal values only. Then, the number of real values of $x$ which satisfy $$\sin^{-1}\left(\frac{3x}{5}\right) + \sin^{-1}\left(\frac{4x}{5}\right) = \sin^{-1} x$$ is equal to:

  1. 2
  2. 1
  3. 3
  4. 0

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\sin^{-1} \frac{3x}{5} + \sin^{-1} \frac{4x}{5} = \sin^{-1} x$. $$\sin^{-1} \left( \frac{3x}{5} \sqrt{1 - \frac{16x^2}{25}} + \frac{4x}{5} \sqrt{1 - \frac{9x^2}{25}} \right) = \sin^{-1} x$$ $$\frac{3x}{5} \sqrt{1 - \frac{16x^2}{25}} + \frac{4x}{5} \sqrt{1 - \frac{9x^2}{25}} = x$$ $$x = 0, 3\sqrt{25 - 16x^2} + 4\sqrt{25 - 9x^2} = 25$$ $$4\sqrt{25 - 9x^2} = 25 - 3\sqrt{25 - 16x^2}$$ squaring we get $$16 \left( 25 - 9x^2 \right) = 625 + 9 \left( 25 - 16x^2 \right) - 150\sqrt{25 - 16x^2}$$ $$400 = 625 + 225 - 150\sqrt{25 - 16x^2} - 16x^2$$ $$\sqrt{25 - 16x^2} = 3 \Rightarrow 25 - 16x^2 = 9$$ $$\Rightarrow x^2 = 1$$ Put $x = 0, 1, -1$ in the original equation. We see that all values satisfy the original equation. Number of solution = 3

Question 14

Maths · Straight Lines and Pair of Straight Lines · Single correct

Let A(-1, 1), B(3, 4) and C(2, 0) be given three points. A line $y = mx, m > 0$, intersects lines AC and BC at point P and Q respectively. Let $A_1$ and $A_2$ be the areas of $\triangle ABC$ and $\triangle PQC$ respectively, such that $A_1 = 3 \, A_2$, then the value of $m$ is equal to:

  1. $\frac{4}{15}$
  2. 1
  3. 2
  4. 3

Answer: (b)

Solution

P $\equiv$ (x_1, mx_1) Q $\equiv$ (x_2, mx_2) A_1 = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\begin{vmatrix}$ 3 & 4 & 1 $\\$ 2 & 0 & 1 $\\$ -1 & 1 & 1 $\end{vmatrix}$ = $\frac{13}{2}$ A_2 = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\begin{vmatrix}$ x_1 & mx_1 & 1 $\\$ x_2 & mx_2 & 1 $\\$ 2 & 0 & 1 $\end{vmatrix}$ A_2 = $\frac{1}{2}$ |2(mx_1 - mx_2)| = m |x_1 - x_2| A_1 = 3 A_2 $\Rightarrow$ $\frac{13}{2}$ = 3m |x_1 - x_2| AC : x + 3y = 2 BC : y = 4x - 8 P : x + 3y = 2 & y = mx $\Rightarrow$ x_1 = $\frac{2}{1+3m}$ Q : y = 4x - 8 & xy = mx $\Rightarrow$ x_2 = $\frac{8}{4-m}$ |x_1 - x_2| = $\left$| $\frac{2}{1+3m}$ - $\frac{8}{4-m}$ $\right$| = $\left$| $\frac{-26m}{(1+3m)(4-m)}$ $\right$| = $\frac{26m}{(3m+1)|m-4|}$ |x_1 - x_2| = $\frac{13}{6m}$ $\Rightarrow$ $\frac{26m}{(3m+1)(4-m)}$ = $\frac{13}{6m}$ $\Rightarrow$ 12m^2 = -(3m+1)(m-4) $\Rightarrow$ 12m^2 = -(3m^2 - 11m - 4) $\Rightarrow$ 15m^2 - 11m - 4 = 0 $\Rightarrow$ 15m^2 - 15m + 4m - 4 = 0 $\Rightarrow$ (15m + 4)(m - 1) = 0 $\Rightarrow$ m = 1

Question 15

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

Let f be a real valued function, defined on $\mathbb{R} - \{-1, 1\}$ and given by $$f(x) = 3 \log_e \left| \frac{x-1}{x+1} \right| - \frac{2}{x-1}$$ Then in which of the following intervals, function $f(x)$ is increasing?

  1. $(-\infty, -1) \cup \left(\frac{1}{2}, \infty\right) - \{1\}$
  2. $(-\infty, \infty) - \{-1, 1\}$
  3. $(-1, \frac{1}{2}]$
  4. $(-\infty, \frac{1}{2}] - \{-1\}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $f(x) = 3 \ln(x-1) - 3 \ln(x+1) - \frac{2}{x-1}$. Differentiating, we have: $$f'(x) = \frac{3}{x-1} - \frac{3}{x+1} + \frac{2}{(x-1)^2}$$ Simplifying, $$f'(x) = \frac{4(2x-1)}{(x-1)^2(x+1)}$$ We need $f'(x) \geq 0$. Therefore, $$x \in (-\infty, -1) \cup \left[ \frac{1}{2}, 1 \right) \cup (1, \infty)$$

Question 16

Maths · Continuity and Differentiability · Single correct

Let $\($ f : S $\to$ S $\)$ where $\($ S = (0, $\infty$) $\)$ be a twice differentiable function such that $\($ f(x+1) = xf(x) $\)$. If $\($ g : S $\to$ $\mathbb{R}$ $\)$ be defined as $\($ g(x) = $\log$_e f(x) $\)$, then the value of $\($ |g''(5) - g''(1)| $\)$ is equal to:

  1. $\frac{205}{144}$
  2. $\frac{197}{144}$
  3. $\frac{187}{144}$
  4. 1

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $\ln f(x+1) = \ln(x f(x))$. $\ln f(x+1) = \ln x + \ln f(x)$ Therefore, $g(x+1) = \ln x + g(x)$ This implies $g(x+1) - g(x) = \ln x$ Thus, $g''(x+1) - g''(x) = -\frac{1}{x^2}$ Put $x = 1, 2, 3, 4$ $$g''(2) - g''(1) = -\frac{1}{1^2} \cdots (1)$$ $$g''(3) - g''(2) = -\frac{1}{2^2} \cdots (2)$$ $$g''(4) - g''(3) = -\frac{1}{3^2} \cdots (3)$$ $$g''(5) - g''(4) = -\frac{1}{4^2} \cdots (4)$$ Add all the equations we get $$g''(5) - g''(1) = -\frac{1}{1^2} - \frac{1}{2^2} - \frac{1}{3^2} - \frac{1}{4^2}$$ $$|g''(5) - g''(1)| = \frac{205}{144}$$

Question 17

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

Let $\mathrm{P}(x) = x^2 + bx + c$ be a quadratic polynomial with real coefficients such that $\int_0^1 \mathrm{P}(x) \, dx = 1$ and $\mathrm{P}(x)$ leaves remainder 5 when it is divided by $(x - 2)$. Then the value of $9(b + c)$ is equal to:

  1. 9
  2. 15
  3. 7
  4. 11

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\int_0^1 (x^2 + bx + c), dx = 1$. $\frac{1}{3} + \frac{b}{2} + c = 1$ $\frac{b}{2} + c = \frac{2}{3}$ $3b + 6c = 4$ ...(1) Given $P(2) = 5$. $4 + 2b + c = 5$ $2b + c = 1$ ...(2) From (1) and (2): $b = \frac{2}{9}$ $c = \frac{5}{9}$ $9(b + c) = 7$

Question 18

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

If the foot of the perpendicular from point $(4,3,8)$ on the line $L_1 : \frac{x-a}{l} = \frac{y-2}{3} = \frac{z-b}{4}, \ l \neq 0$ is $(3,5,7)$, then the shortest distance between the line $L_1$ and line $$L_2 : \frac{x-2}{3} = \frac{y-4}{4} = \frac{z-5}{5}$$ is equal to:

  1. $\frac{1}{2}$
  2. $\frac{1}{\sqrt{6}}$
  3. $\frac{\sqrt{2}}{3}$
  4. $\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

(3,5,7) satisfy the line $L_1$ $$\frac{3-a}{\ell} = \frac{5-2}{3} = \frac{7-b}{4}$$ $$\frac{3-a}{\ell} = 1 \& \frac{7-b}{4} = 1$$ $$a + \ell = 3 \ldots (1)$$ $$b = 3 \ldots (2)$$ $$\vec{v_1} = \langle 4, 3, 8 \rangle - \langle 3, 5, 7 \rangle$$ $$\vec{v_1} = \langle 1, -2, 1 \rangle$$ $$\vec{v_2} = \langle \ell, 3, 4 \rangle$$ $$\vec{v_1} \cdot \vec{v_2} = 0 \Rightarrow \ell - 6 + 4 = 0 \Rightarrow \ell = 2$$ $$a + \ell = 3 \Rightarrow a = 1$$ Line $L_1$: $$\frac{x-1}{2} = \frac{y-2}{3} = \frac{z-3}{4}$$ Line $L_2$: $$\frac{x-2}{3} = \frac{y-4}{4} = \frac{z-5}{5}$$ $$A = \langle 1, 2, 3 \rangle$$ $$B = \langle 2, 4, 5 \rangle$$ $$\overrightarrow{AB} = \langle 1, 2, 2 \rangle$$ $$\vec{p} = 2\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} + 4\hat{k}$$ $$\vec{q} = 3\hat{i} + 4\hat{j} + 5\hat{k}$$ $$\vec{p} \times \vec{q} = -\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} - \hat{k}$$ Shortest distance = $$\frac{\left| \overrightarrow{AB} \cdot (\vec{p} \times \vec{q}) \right|}{\left| \vec{p} \times \vec{q} \right|} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{6}}$$

Question 19

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

Let $C_1$ be the curve obtained by the solution of differential equation $2xy \frac{dy}{dx} = y^2 - x^2, x > 0$ & Let the curve $C_2$ be the solution of $\frac{2xy}{x^2-y^2} = \frac{dy}{dx}$. If both the curves pass through $(1, 1)$, then the area enclosed by the curves $C_1$ and $C_2$ is equal to:

  1. $\pi - 1$
  2. $\frac{\pi}{2} - 1$
  3. $\pi + 1$
  4. $\frac{\pi}{4} + 1$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{dy}{dx}$ = $\frac{y^2 - x^2}{2xy}$ $\)$, $\($ x $\in$ (0, $\infty$) $\)$. Put $\($ y = vx $\)$. $\[$ x $\frac{dv}{dx}$ + v = $\frac{v^2 - 1}{2v}$ $\]$ $\[$ $\frac{2v}{v^2 + 1}$ dv = -$\frac{dx}{x}$ $\]$ Integrate, $\[$ $\ln$(v^2 + 1) = -$\ln$ x + C $\]$ $\[$ $\ln$$\left$( $\frac{y^2}{x^2}$ + 1 $\right$) = -$\ln$ x + C $\]$ Put $\($ x = 1, y = 1, C = $\ln$ 2 $\)$ $\[$ $\ln$$\left$( $\frac{y^2}{x^2}$ + 1 $\right$) = -$\ln$ x + $\ln$ 2 $\]$ $\[$ $\Rightarrow$ x^2 + y^2 - 2x = 0 (Curve C_1) $\]$ Similarly, $\($ $\frac{dy}{dx}$ = $\frac{2xy}{x^2 - y^2}$ $\)$ Put $\($ y = vx $\)$ $\[$ x^2 + y^2 - 2y = 0 $\]$ Required area = $\($ 2 $\int$_0^1 $\left$( $\sqrt{2x - x^2}$ - x $\right$) $\,$ dx = $\frac{\pi}{2}$ - 1 $\)$

Question 20

Maths · Vector Algebra · Single correct

Let $\vec{a}=\hat{i}+2\hat{j}-3\hat{k}$ and $\vec{b}=2\hat{i}-3\hat{j}+5\hat{k}.$ If $\vec{r}\times\vec{a}=\vec{b}\times\vec{r},$ $\vec{r}\cdot(\alpha\hat{i}+2\hat{j}+\hat{k})=3,$ and $\vec{r}\cdot(2\hat{i}+5\hat{j}-\alpha\hat{k})=-1,\qquad \alpha\in\mathbb{R},$ then the value of $\alpha+|\vec{r}|^2$ is equal to __.

  1. 9
  2. 15
  3. 13
  4. 11

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\vec{r} \times \vec{a} = \vec{b} \times \vec{r} = \vec{r} \times (\vec{a} + \vec{b}) = 0$. $\vec{r} = \lambda (\vec{a} + \vec{b}) \Rightarrow \vec{r} = \lambda (\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} - 3\hat{k} + 2\hat{i} - 3\hat{j} + 5\hat{k})$. $\vec{r} = \lambda (3\hat{i} - \hat{j} + 2\hat{k}) \ldots (1)$. $\vec{r} \cdot (\alpha \hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}) = 3$. Put $\vec{r}$ from (1) $\alpha \lambda = 1 \ldots (2)$. $\vec{r} \cdot (2\hat{i} + 5\hat{j} - \alpha \hat{k}) = -1$. Put $\vec{r}$ from (1) $2\lambda \alpha - \lambda = 1 \ldots (3)$. Solve (2) and (3). $\alpha = 1, \lambda = 1$. $\Rightarrow \vec{r} = 3\hat{i} - \hat{j} + 2\hat{k}$. $|\vec{r}|^2 = 14$ and $\alpha = 1$. $\alpha + |\vec{r}|^2 = 15$.

Question 21

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Numerical

If the distance of the point (1,-2,3) from the plane $x + 2y - 3z + 10 = 0$ measured parallel to the line, $\frac{x-1}{3} = \frac{2-y}{m} = \frac{z+3}{1}$ is $\sqrt{\frac{7}{2}}$, then the value of $|m|$ is equal to ____

Answer: 2

Solution

DC of line $\equiv \left( \frac{3}{\sqrt{m^2+10}}, \frac{-m}{\sqrt{m^2+10}}, \frac{1}{\sqrt{m^2+10}} \right)$ Q lies on $x + 2y - 3z + 10 = 0$ $$1 + \frac{3r}{\sqrt{m^2+10}} - 4 - \frac{2mr}{\sqrt{m^2+10}} - 9 - \frac{3r}{\sqrt{m^2+10}} + 10 = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{r}{\sqrt{m^2+10}} (3 - 2m - 3) = 2$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{r}{\sqrt{m^2+10}} (-2m) = 2$$ $$r^2 m^2 = m^2 + 10$$ $$\frac{7}{2} m^2 = m^2 + 10 \Rightarrow \frac{5}{2} m^2 = 10 \Rightarrow m^2 = 4$$ $$|m| = 2$$

Question 22

Maths · Statistics · Numerical

Consider the statistics of two sets of observations as follows: \begin{tabular}{|c|c|c|c|} \hline Size & Mean & Variance \\ \hline Observation I & 10 & 2 & 2 \\ \hline Observation II & n & 3 & 1 \\ \hline \end{tabular} If the variance of the combined set of these two observations is $\frac{17}{9}$, then the value of n is equal to

Answer: 5

Solution

Given $$ \sigma^2 = \frac{n_1 \sigma_1^2 + n_2 \sigma_2^2}{n_1 + n_2} + \frac{n_1 n_2}{(n_1 + n_2)} \left( \overline{x_1} - \overline{x_2} \right)^2 $$ Let $n_1 = 10$, $n_2 = n$, $\sigma_1^2 = 2$, $\sigma_2^2 = 1$. $$ \overline{x_1} = 2, \overline{x_2} = 3, \sigma^2 = \frac{17}{9} $$ $$ \frac{17}{9} = \frac{10 \times 2 + n}{n + 10} + \frac{10n}{(n + 10)^2} (3 - 2)^2 $$ $$ \Rightarrow \frac{17}{9} = \frac{(n + 20)(n + 10) + 10n}{(n + 10)^2} $$ $$ \Rightarrow 17n^2 + 1700 + 340n = 90n + 9 \left(n^2 + 30n + 200\right) $$ $$ \Rightarrow 8n^2 - 20n - 100 = 0 $$ $$ 2n^2 - 5n - 25 = 0 $$ $$ \Rightarrow (2n + 5)(n - 5) = 0 \Rightarrow n = \frac{-5}{2}, 5 $$ (Rejected) Hence $n = 5$

Question 23

Maths · Matrices · Numerical

Let $A = \begin{bmatrix} a_1 \\ a_2 \end{bmatrix}$ and $B = \begin{bmatrix} b_1 \\ b_2 \end{bmatrix}$ be two $2 \times 1$ matrices with real entries such that $A = XB$, where $X = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \begin{bmatrix} 1 & -1 \\ 1 & k \end{bmatrix}$, and $k \in \mathbb{R}$. If $a_1^2 + a_2^2 = \frac{2}{3} (b_1^2 + b_2^2)$ and $(k^2 + 1) b_2^2 \neq -2b_1b_2$, then the value of $k$ is ____

Answer: 1

Solution

Given $A = XB$ $$\begin{bmatrix} a_1 \\ a_2 \\ \sqrt{3}a_1 \\ \sqrt{3}a_2 \end{bmatrix} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \begin{bmatrix} 1 & -1 \\ 1 & k \\ \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} b_1 \\ b_2 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} b_1 - b_2 \\ b_1 + kb_2 \end{bmatrix}$$ $b_1 - b_2 = \sqrt{3}a_1 \ldots (1)$ $b_1 + kb_2 = \sqrt{3}a_2 \ldots (2)$ Given, $a_1^2 + a_2^2 = \frac{2}{3} \left(b_1^2 + b_2^2\right)$ $(1)^2 + (2)^2$ $\left(b_1 + b_2\right)^2 + \left(b_1 + kb_2\right)^2 = 3 \left(a_1^2 + a_2^2\right)$ $a_1^2 + a_2^2 = \frac{2}{3}b_1^2 + \frac{(1+k^2)}{3}b_2^2 + \frac{2}{3}b_1b_2(k-1)$ Given, $a_1^2 + a_2^2 = \frac{2}{3}b_1^2 + \frac{2}{3}b_2^2$ On comparing we get $$\frac{k^2+1}{3} = \frac{2}{3} \Rightarrow k^2 + 1 = 2$$ $$\Rightarrow k = \pm 1$$ & $\frac{2}{3}(k-1) = 0 \Rightarrow k = 1$ From both we get $k = 1$

Question 24

Maths · Integrals · Numerical

For real numbers $\alpha$, $\beta$, $\gamma$ and $\delta$, if $$\int \frac{(x^2 - 1) + \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{x^2 + 1}{x}\right)}{(x^4 + 3x^2 + 1) \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{x^2 + 1}{x}\right)} \, dx$$ $$= \alpha \log_e\left(\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{x^2 + 1}{x}\right)\right) + \beta \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{\gamma(x^2 - 1)}{x}\right) + \delta \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{x^2 + 1}{x}\right) + C$$ where $C$ is an arbitrary constant, then the value of $10(\alpha + \beta \gamma + \delta)$ is equal to

Answer: 6

Solution

Given $$\int \frac{(x^2-1)dx}{(x^4+3x^2+1)\tan^{-1}\left(x+\frac{1}{x}\right)} + \int \frac{dx}{x^4+3x^2+1}$$ $$\frac{\left(1-\frac{1}{x^2}\right)dx}{\left(\left(x+\frac{1}{x}\right)^2+1\right)\tan^{-1}\left(x+\frac{1}{x}\right)} + \frac{1}{2}\int \frac{(x^2+1)-(x^2-1)dx}{x^4+3x^2+1}$$ Put $\tan^{-1}\left(x+\frac{1}{x}\right) = t$ $$\frac{dt}{t} + \frac{1}{2}\int \frac{\left(1+\frac{1}{x^2}\right)dx}{\left(x-\frac{1}{x}\right)^2+5} - \frac{1}{2}\int \frac{\left(1-\frac{1}{x^2}\right)dx}{\left(x+\frac{1}{x}\right)^2+1}$$ Put $x-\frac{1}{x} = y, x+\frac{1}{x} = z$ $$\log_e t + \frac{1}{2}\int \frac{dy}{y^2+5} - \frac{1}{2}\int \frac{dz}{z^2+1}$$ $$-\frac{1}{2}\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{x^2+1}{x}\right) + C$$ $$= \log_e \tan^{-1}\left(x+\frac{1}{x}\right) + \frac{1}{2\sqrt{5}}\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{x^2-1}{\sqrt{5}x}\right)$$ $$\alpha = 1, \beta = \frac{1}{2\sqrt{5}}, \gamma = \frac{1}{\sqrt{5}}, \delta = -\frac{1}{2}$$ or $$\alpha = 1, \beta = -\frac{1}{2\sqrt{5}}, \gamma = \frac{1}{\sqrt{5}}, \delta = -\frac{1}{2}$$ $$10(\alpha + \beta \gamma + \delta) = 10\left(1 + \frac{1}{10} - \frac{1}{2}\right) = 6$$

Question 25

Maths · Continuity and Differentiability · Numerical

Let f : $\mathbb{R} \to \mathbb{R}$ and $g : \mathbb{R} \to \mathbb{R}$ be defined as $$f(x) = \begin{cases} x + a, & x < 0 \\ |x - 1|, & x \geq 0 \end{cases} and $$ $$g(x) = \begin{cases} x + 1, & x < 0 \\ (x - 1)^2 + b, & x \geq 0 \end{cases}$$ where $a, b$ are non-negative real numbers. If $(gof)(x)$ is continuous for all $x \in \mathbb{R}$, then $a + b$ is equal to

Answer: 1

Solution

Given $$g[f(x)] = \begin{cases} f(x) + 1 & f(x) < 0 \\ (f(x) - 1)^2 + b & f(x) \geq 0 \end{cases}$$ $$g[f(x)] = \begin{cases} x + a + 1 & x + a < 0 \& x < 0 \\ |x - 1| + 1 & |x - 1| < 0 \& x \geq 0 \end{cases}$$ $$g[f(x)] = \begin{cases} (x + a - 1)^2 + b & x + a \geq 0 \& x < 0 \\ (|x - 1| - 1)^2 + b & |x - 1| \geq 0 \& x \geq 0 \end{cases}$$ $$g[f(x)] = \begin{cases} x + a + 1 & x \in (-\infty, -a) \& x \in (-\infty, 0) \\ |x - 1| + 1 & x \in \phi \\ (x + a - 1)^2 + b & x \in [-a, 0) \& x \in (-\infty, 0) \\ (|x - 1| - 1)^2 + b & x \in \mathbb{R} \& x \in [0, \infty) \end{cases}$$ $$g[f(x)] = \begin{cases} x + a + 1 & x \in (-\infty, -a) \\ (x + a - 1)^2 + b & x \in [-a, 0) \\ (|x - 1| - 1)^2 + b & x \in [0, \infty) \end{cases}$$ g(f(x)) is continuous at $x = -a$ and at $x = 0$ $$1 = b + 1 \& (a - 1)^2 + b = b$$ $$b = 0 \& a = 1$$ Therefore, $a + b = 1$

Question 26

Maths · Sequences and Series · Numerical

Let $\frac{1}{16}$, $a$ and $b$ be in G.P. and $\frac{1}{a}$, $\frac{1}{b}$, $6$ be in A.P., where $a$, $b > 0$. Then $72(a + b)$ is equal to

Answer: 14

Solution

Given $a^2 = \frac{b}{16}$, we have $\frac{1}{b} = \frac{1}{16a^2}$. Then, $\frac{2}{b} = \frac{1}{a} + 6$. This implies $\frac{1}{8a^2} = \frac{1}{a} + 6$. Rearranging gives $\frac{1}{a^2} - \frac{8}{a} - 48 = 0$. Solving $\frac{1}{a} = 12, -4$ gives $a = \frac{1}{12}, -\frac{1}{4}$. Since $a > 0$, we take $a = \frac{1}{12}$. Then $b = 16a^2 = \frac{1}{9}$. Thus, $72(a + b) = 6 + 8 = 14$.

Question 27

Maths · Properties of Triangles · Numerical

In $\triangle$ ABC, the lengths of sides AC and AB are 12 cm and 5 cm, respectively. If the area of $\triangle$ ABC is 30 cm$^2$ and $R$ and $r$ are respectively the radii of circumcircle and incircle of $\triangle$ ABC then the value of $2R + r$ (in cm) is equal to ____

Answer: 15

Solution

Given $\Delta = \frac{1}{2} \cdot 5 \cdot 12 \cdot \sin A = 30$. Therefore, $\sin A = 1$. Since $A = 90^\circ$, it follows that $BC = 13$. Thus, $BC = 2R = 13$. The inradius $r$ is given by $r = \frac{\Delta}{S} = \frac{30}{15} = 2$. Therefore, $2R + r = 15$.

Question 28

Maths · Binomial Theorem · Numerical

Let n be a positive integer. Let $$A = \sum_{k=0}^{n} (-1)^k \binom{n}{k} \left[ \left( \frac{1}{2} \right)^k + \left( \frac{3}{4} \right)^k + \left( \frac{7}{8} \right)^k + \left( \frac{15}{16} \right)^k + \left( \frac{31}{32} \right)^k \right]$$ If $63 \, A = 1 - \frac{1}{2^{30}}$, then n is equal to ____

Answer: 6

Solution

Given $$A = \sum_{k=0}^{n} \binom{n}{k} \left[ \left( -\frac{1}{2} \right)^2 + \left( -\frac{3}{4} \right)^2 + \left( -\frac{7}{8} \right)^2 + \left( -\frac{15}{16} \right)^2 + \left( -\frac{37}{32} \right)^2 \right]$$ We have $$A = \left( 1 - \frac{1}{2} \right)^2 + \left( 1 - \frac{3}{4} \right)^n + \left( 1 - \frac{7}{8} \right)^n + \left( 1 - \frac{15}{16} \right)^n + \left( 1 - \frac{31}{32} \right)^n$$ This simplifies to $$A = \frac{1}{2^n} + \frac{1}{4^n} + \frac{1}{8^n} + \frac{1}{16^n} + \frac{1}{32^n}$$ Further simplification gives $$A = \frac{1}{2^n} \left( \frac{1 - \left( \frac{1}{2^n} \right)^5}{1 - \frac{1}{2^n}} \right) \implies A = \frac{\left( 1 - \frac{1}{25n} \right)}{(2^n - 1)}$$ Thus, $$(2^n - 1) A = 1 - \frac{1}{2^{5n}}, Given 63 A = 1 - \frac{1}{2^{30}}$$ Clearly, $5n = 30$ Therefore, $n = 6$

Question 29

Maths · Vector Algebra · Fill in the blank

Let $\vec{c}$ be a vector perpendicular to the vectors $\vec{a}=\hat{i}+\hat{j}-\hat{k}$ and $\vec{b}=\hat{i}+2\hat{j}+\hat{k}.$ If $\vec{c}\cdot(\hat{i}+\hat{j}+3\hat{k})=8,$ then the value of $\vec{c}\cdot(\vec{a}\times\vec{b})$ is equal to __.

Answer: 28

Solution

Given $\vec{c} = \lambda (\vec{a} \times \vec{b})$. Calculate $\vec{a} \times \vec{b}$ using the determinant: $$\vec{a} \times \vec{b} = \begin{vmatrix} \hat{i} & \hat{j} & \hat{k} \\ 1 & 1 & -1 \\ 1 & 2 & 1 \end{vmatrix}$$ This results in $\vec{a} \times \vec{b} = 3\hat{i} - 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}$. Now, compute the dot product: $$\vec{c} \cdot (\hat{i} + \hat{j} + 3\hat{k}) = \lambda (3\hat{i} - 2\hat{j} + \hat{k}) \cdot (\hat{i} + \hat{j} + 3\hat{k})$$ This implies $\lambda (4) = 8 \Rightarrow \lambda = 2$. Therefore, $\vec{c} = 2(\vec{a} \times \vec{b})$. Finally, compute: $$\vec{c} \cdot (\vec{a} \times \vec{b}) = 2|\vec{a} \times \vec{b}|^2 = 28$$

Question 30

Maths · Sequences and Series · Numerical

Let $$S_n(x) = \log_{a^{1/2}} x + \log_{a^{1/3}} x + \log_{a^{1/6}} x + \log_{a^{1/1}} x + \log_{a^{1/18}} x + \log_{a^{1/27}} x + \ldots$$ up to n -terms, where a > 1. If $S_{24}(x) = 1093$ and $S_{12}(2x) = 265$, then value of a is equal to ____

Answer: 16

Solution

Given $S_n(x) = (2 + 3 + 6 + 11 + 18 + 27 + \ldots + n - terms) \log_a x$. Let $S_1 = 2 + 3 + 6 + 11 + 18 + 27 + \ldots + T_n$. $S_1 = 2 + 3 + 6 + \ldots + T_n$. $T_n = 2 + 1 + 3 + 5 + \ldots + n terms$. $T_n = 2 + (n - 1)^2$. $S_1 = \Sigma T_n = 2n + \frac{(n-1)n(2n-1)}{6}$. Therefore, $S_n(x) = \left(2n + \frac{n(n-1)(2n-1)}{6}\right) \log_a x$. $S_{24}(x) = 1093 (Given)$. $\log_a x \left(48 + \frac{23 \cdot 24 \cdot 47}{6}\right) = 1093$. $\log_a x = \frac{1}{4} \ldots (1)$. $S_{12}(2x) = 265$. $S_{12}(2x) = 265$. $\log_a 2x = \frac{1}{2} \ldots (2)$. (2) - (1) $\log_a 2x - \log_a x = \frac{1}{4}$. $\log_a 2 = \frac{1}{4} \Rightarrow a = 16$

Physics

Question 31

Physics · Communication Systems · Single correct

The following logic gate is equivalent to:

  1. NOR Gate
  2. OR Gate
  3. AND Gate
  4. NAND Gate

Answer: (a)

Solution

The truth table for the given logic gate is: $$\begin{array}{|c|c|c|} \hline A & B & Y \\ \hline 0 & 0 & 1 \\ 0 & 1 & 1 \\ 1 & 0 & 1 \\ 1 & 1 & 0 \\ \hline \end{array}$$ The truth table is similar to that of a NOR gate.

Question 32

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Single correct

A large block of wood of mass $M = 5.99 \, \mathrm{kg}$ is hanging from two long massless cords. A bullet of mass $m = 10 \, \mathrm{g}$ is fired into the block and gets embedded in it. The (block + bullet) then swing upwards, their centre of mass rising a vertical distance $h = 9.8 \, \mathrm{cm}$ before the (block + bullet) pendulum comes momentarily to rest at the end of its arc. The speed of the bullet just before collision is : (Take $g = 9.8 \, \mathrm{ms}^{-2}$ )

  1. $841.4 \, \mathrm{m/s}$
  2. $811.4 \, \mathrm{m/s}$
  3. $831.4 \, \mathrm{m/s}$
  4. $821.4 \, \mathrm{m/s}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

From energy conservation, after bullet gets embedded till the system comes momentarily at rest, $$(M + m)gh = \frac{1}{2}(M + m)v_1^2$$ $v_1$ is velocity after collision. Therefore, $$v_1 = \sqrt{2gh}$$ Applying momentum conservation, just before and just after collision, $$mv = (M + m)v_1$$ $$v = \left(\frac{M+m}{m}\right)v_1 = \frac{6}{10 \times 10^{-3}} \times \sqrt{2 \times 9.8 \times 9.8 \times 10^{-2}}$$ $$\approx 831.55 \, \mathrm{m/s}$$

Question 33

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Single correct

A charge $Q$ is moving $\overrightarrow{\mathrm{d}l}$ distance in the magnetic field $\overrightarrow{\mathrm{B}}$. Find the value of work done by $\overrightarrow{\mathrm{B}}$.

  1. 1
  2. Infinite
  3. Zero
  4. -1

Answer: (c)

Solution

Since force on a point charge by magnetic field is always perpendicular to $\vec{V} \left[ \vec{F} = q \vec{V} \times \vec{B} \right]$. Therefore, work by magnetic force on the point charge is zero.

Question 34

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Fluids · Single correct

What will be the nature of flow of water from a circular tap when its flow rate is increased from $0.18\,\mathrm{L\,min^{-1}}$ to $0.48\,\mathrm{L\,min^{-1}}$? The radius of the tap and the viscosity of water are $0.5\,\mathrm{cm}$ and $10^{-3}\,\mathrm{Pa\,s}$, respectively. (Density of water: $10^3\,\mathrm{kg\,m^{-3}}$)

  1. Unsteady to steady flow
  2. Remains steady flow
  3. Remains turbulent flow
  4. Steady flow to unsteady flow

Answer: (d)

Solution

The nature of flow is determined by Reynolds Number. $$\mathrm{Re} = \frac{\rho v D}{\eta}$$ $$\begin{aligned} &\left[ \begin{array}{l} \rho \rightarrow density of fluid \\ \eta \rightarrow coefficient of viscosity \\ v \rightarrow velocity of flow \\ D \rightarrow Diameter of pipe \end{array} \right] \end{aligned}$$ From NCERT If $\mathrm{Re} 2000$ $\rightarrow$ flow is turbulent $$\mathrm{Re}_{initial} = 10^3 \times \frac{0.18 \times 10^{-3}}{\pi \times (0.5 \times 10^{-2})^2 \times 60} \times \frac{1 \times 10^{-2}}{10^{-3}}$$ $$= 382.16$$ $$\mathrm{Re}_{final} = 10^3 \times \frac{0.48 \times 10^{-3}}{\pi \times (0.5 \times 10^{-2})^2 \times 60} \times \frac{1 \times 10^{-2}}{10^{-3}}$$ $$= 1019.09$$

Question 35

Physics · Motion in a Plane · Single correct

A mosquito is moving with a velocity $\vec{v} = 0.5t^2 \hat{i} + 3t \hat{j} + 9 \hat{k} \, \mathrm{m/s}$ and accelerating in uniform conditions. What will be the direction of mosquito after $2 \, \mathrm{s}$?

  1. $\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{2}{3}\right)$ from $x$-axis
  2. $\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{\sqrt{85}}{6}\right)$ from $y$-axis
  3. $\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{5}{2}\right)$ from $y$-axis
  4. $\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{5}{2}\right)$ from $x$-axis

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given: $$\vec{v} = 0.5t^2 \hat{i} + 3t \hat{j} + 9 \hat{k}$$ $$\vec{v}_{at t=2} = 2 \hat{i} + 6 \hat{j} + 9 \hat{k}$$ Therefore, the angle made by the direction of motion of the mosquito will be, $$\cos^{-1} \frac{2}{11} (from x-axis) = \tan^{-1} \frac{\sqrt{117}}{2}$$ $$\cos^{-1} \frac{6}{11} (from y-axis) = \tan^{-1} \frac{\sqrt{85}}{6}$$ $$\cos^{-1} \frac{9}{11} (from z-axis) = \tan^{-1} \frac{\sqrt{40}}{9}$$

Question 36

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

Find out the surface charge density at the intersection of point $x = 3 \, \mathrm{m}$ plane and $x$-axis, in the region of uniform line charge of $8 \, \mathrm{nC/m}$ lying along the $z$-axis in free space.

  1. 0.424 nCm$^{-2}$
  2. 47.88 C/m
  3. 0.07 nCm$^{-2}$
  4. 4.0 nCm$^{-2}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $x = 3\,\mathrm{m}$, the equation is $\dfrac{2K\lambda}{r} = \dfrac{\sigma}{\varepsilon_0}$. Solving for $\sigma$, we find $\sigma = 0.424 \times 10^{-9}\,\mathrm{C/m^2}$.

Question 37

Physics · Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter · Single correct

The de-Broglie wavelength associated with an electron and a proton were calculated by accelerating them through same potential of $100\,\mathrm{V}$. What should nearly be the ratio of their wavelengths? $(m_\mathrm{P} = 1.00727\,\mathrm{u},\ m_\mathrm{e} = 0.00055\,\mathrm{u})$

  1. 1860: 1
  2. (1860)^2 : 1
  3. 41.4: 1
  4. 43: 1

Answer: (d)

Solution

The de Broglie wavelength is given by $$\lambda = \frac{h}{mv} = \frac{h}{\sqrt{2mK}} = \frac{h}{\sqrt{2mqV}}.$$ The ratio of wavelengths is $$\frac{\lambda_1}{\lambda_2} = \sqrt{\frac{m_2}{m_1}}.$$ For electrons and protons, $$\frac{\lambda_e}{\lambda_p} = \sqrt{\frac{m_p}{m_e}} = \sqrt{1831.4} = 42.79.$$

Question 38

Physics · Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits · Single correct

For the given circuit, comment on the type of transformer used:

  1. Auxilliary transformer
  2. Auto transformer
  3. Step-up transformer
  4. Step down transformer

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $V_S = \frac{P}{i} = \frac{60}{0.11} = 545.45$. $V_P = 220$. Since $V_S > V_P$, this is a step up transformer.

Question 39

Physics · Nuclei · Single correct

The half-life of $\mathrm{Au}^{198}$ is 2.7 days. The activity of $1.50 \, \mathrm{mg}$ of $\mathrm{Au}^{198}$ if its atomic weight is $198 \, \mathrm{g \, mol^{-1}}$ is, ($N_A = 6 \times 10^{23} / \mathrm{mol}$)

  1. 240 $\mathrm{Ci}$
  2. 357 $\mathrm{Ci}$
  3. 535 $\mathrm{Ci}$
  4. 252 $\mathrm{Ci}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $A = \lambda N$. $N = n N_A$. $N = \left( \frac{1.5 \times 10^{-3}}{198} \right) N_A$. $A = \left( \frac{\ln 2}{t_{1/2}} \right) N$. $1 Curie = 3.7 \times 10^{10} Bq$. $A = 365 Bq$.

Question 40

Physics · Kinetic Theory · Single correct

Calculate the value of mean free path ($\lambda$) for oxygen molecules at temperature $27^\circ \mathrm{C}$ and pressure $1.01 \times 10^5 \, \mathrm{Pa}$. Assume the molecular diameter $0.3 \, \mathrm{nm}$ and the gas is ideal. $(k = 1.38 \times 10^{-23} \mathrm{JK}^{-1})$

  1. 58nm
  2. 32nm
  3. 86nm
  4. 102nm

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given the formula for lambda: $$\lambda = \frac{RT}{\sqrt{2 \pi d^2} \, N_A P}$$ We have: $$\lambda = 102 \, \mathrm{nm}$$

Question 41

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Single correct

The refractive index of a converging lens is 1.4. What will be the focal length of this lens if it is placed in a medium of same refractive index ? (Assume the radii of curvature of the faces of lens are $R_1$ and $R_2$ respectively)

  1. 1
  2. Infinite
  3. $\frac{R_1 R_2}{R_1 - R_2}$
  4. Zero

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{1}{F}$ = $\left$[ $\frac{\mu_L}{\mu_S}$ - 1 $\right$] $\left$[ $\frac{1}{R_1}$ - $\frac{1}{R_2}$ $\right$] $\)$. If $\($ $\mu$_L = $\mu$_S $\Rightarrow$ $\frac{1}{F}$ = 0 $\Rightarrow$ F = $\infty$ $\)$.

Question 42

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Solids · Single correct

In order to determine the Young's Modulus of a wire of radius 0.2 cm (measured using a scale of least count = 0.001 cm) and length 1 m (measured using a scale of least count = 1 $\mathrm{mm}$), a weight of mass 1 $\mathrm{kg}$ (measured using a scale of least count = 1 $\mathrm{g}$) was hanged to get the elongation of 0.5 cm (measured using a scale of least count 0.001 cm). What will be the fractional error in the value of Young's Modulus determined by this experiment?

  1. 0.14$\%$
  2. 0.9$\%$
  3. 9$\%$
  4. 1.4$\%$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $$Y = \frac{Stress}{Strain} = \frac{FL}{Al} = \frac{mg \cdot L}{\pi R^2 \cdot \ell}$$ $$\frac{\Delta Y}{Y} = \frac{\Delta m}{m} + \frac{\Delta L}{L} + 2 \cdot \frac{\Delta R}{R} + \frac{\Delta \ell}{\ell}$$ Multiplying by 100, we have: $$\frac{\Delta Y}{Y} \times 100 = 100 \left[ \frac{1}{1000} + \frac{1}{1000} + 2 \left( \frac{0.001}{0.2} \right) + \frac{0.001}{0.5} \right]$$ Simplifying, we get: $$= \frac{1}{10} + \frac{1}{10} + 1 + \frac{1}{5} = \frac{14}{10} = 1.4\%$$

Question 43

Physics · Thermal Properties of Matter · Single correct

A bimetallic strip consists of metals A and B. It is mounted rigidly as shown. The metal A has higher coefficient of expansion compared to that of metal B. When the bimetallic strip is placed in a cold bath, it will:

  1. Bend towards the right
  2. Not bend but shrink
  3. Neither bend nor shrink
  4. Bend towards the left

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\alpha_A > \alpha_B$. Length of both strips will decrease $\Delta L_A > \Delta L_B$.

Question 44

Physics · Current Electricity · Single correct

A resistor develops 500 J of thermal energy in 20 s when a current of 1.5 A is passed through it. If the current is increased from 1.5 A to 3 A, what will be the energy developed in 20 s.

  1. 1500 J
  2. 1000 J
  3. 500 J
  4. 2000 J

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given the equation: $$500 = (1.5)^2 \times R \times 20$$ We need to find the value of $E$ using the equation: $$E = (3)^2 \times R \times 20$$ Substituting the value of $R$ from the first equation, we find: $$E = 2000 \, \mathrm{J}$$

Question 45

Physics · Laws of Motion · Single correct

Statement I : A cyclist is moving on an unbanked road with a speed of $7 \, \mathrm{kmh}^{-1}$ and takes a sharp circular turn along a path of radius of $2 \, \mathrm{m}$ without reducing the speed. The static friction coefficient is $0.2$. The cyclist will not slip and pass the curve $(g = 9.8 \, \mathrm{m/s}^2)$ Statement II : If the road is banked at an angle of $45^\circ$, cyclist can cross the curve of $2 \, \mathrm{m}$ radius with the speed of $18.5 \, \mathrm{kmh}^{-1}$ without slipping. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

  1. Statement I is incorrect and statement II is correct
  2. Statement I is correct and statement II is incorrect
  3. Both statement I and statement II are false
  4. Both statement I and statement II are true

Answer: (d)

Solution

Statement I: $v_{max} = \sqrt{\mu R g} = \sqrt{(0.2) \times 2 \times 9.8}$ $v_{max} = 1.97 \, \mathrm{m/s}$ $7 \, \mathrm{km/h} = 1.944 \, \mathrm{m/s}$ Speed is lower than $v_{max}$, hence it can take safe turn. Statement II $v_{max} = \sqrt{R g \left[ \frac{\tan \theta + \mu}{1 - \mu \tan \theta} \right]}$ $$= \sqrt{2 \times 9.8 \left[ \frac{1 + 0.2}{1 - 0.2} \right]} = 5.42 \, \mathrm{m/s}$$ $18.5 \, \mathrm{km/h} = 5.14 \, \mathrm{m/s}$ Speed is lower than $v_{max}$, hence it can take safe turn.

Question 46

Physics · Communication Systems · Single correct

Two identical antennas mounted on identical towers are separated from each other by a distance of 45 km. What should nearly be the minimum height of receiving antenna to receive the signals in line of sight ? (Assume radius of earth is 6400 km )

  1. 19.77 m
  2. 39.55 m
  3. 79.1 m
  4. 158.2 m

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $D = 2\sqrt{2Rh}$. $$h = \frac{D^2}{8R} = \frac{45^2}{8 \times 6400} km \cong 39.55 m$$

Question 47

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Single correct

The magnetic field in a region is given by $\vec{B} = B_0 \left( \frac{x}{a} \right) \hat{k}$. A square loop of side $d$ is placed with its edges along the $x$ and $y$ axes. The loop is moved with a constant velocity $\vec{v} = v_0 \hat{i}$. The emf induced in the loop is :

  1. $\frac{B_0 v_0^2 d}{2a}$
  2. $\frac{B_0 v_0 d}{2a}$
  3. $\frac{B_0 v_0 d^2}{a}$
  4. $\frac{B_0 v_0 d^2}{2a}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given: $$E_1 = \frac{B_0 (x + d)}{a} v_0 d$$ $$E_2 = \frac{B_0 (x)}{a} v_0 d$$ The net electric field is: $$E_{net} = E_1 - E_2$$ Substituting the values, we get: $$E_{net} = \frac{B_0 v_0 d^2}{a}$$

Question 48

Physics · Oscillations · Single correct

Amplitude of a mass-spring system, which is executing simple harmonic motion decreases with time. If mass $= 500 \, \mathrm{g}$, Decay constant $= 20 \, \mathrm{g/s}$ then how much time is required for the amplitude of the system to drop to half of its initial value? ($\ln 2 = 0.693$)

  1. 34.65 s
  2. 17.32 s
  3. 0.034 s
  4. 15.01 s

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $A = A_0 e^{-\gamma t} = A_0 e^{-\frac{bt}{2m}}$. $$\frac{A_0}{2} = A_0 e^{-\frac{bt}{2m}}$$ $$\frac{bt}{2m} = \ln 2$$ $$t = \frac{2m}{b} \ln 2 = \frac{2 \times 500 \times 0.693}{20}$$ $$t = 34.65 second.$$

Question 49

Physics · Nuclei · Single correct

Calculate the time interval between 33$\%$ decay and 67$\%$ decay if half-life of a substance is 20 minutes.

  1. 60 minutes
  2. 20 minutes
  3. 40 minutes
  4. 13 minutes

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $N_1 = N_0 e^{-\lambda t_1}$, we have $$\frac{N_1}{N_0} = e^{-\lambda t_1}$$ $$0.67 = e^{-\lambda t_1}$$ Taking the natural logarithm, $$\ln(0.67) = -\lambda t_1$$ Similarly, for $N_2 = N_0 e^{-\lambda t_2}$, we have $$\frac{N_2}{N_0} = e^{-\lambda t_2}$$ $$0.33 = e^{-\lambda t_2}$$ Taking the natural logarithm, $$\ln(0.33) = -\lambda t_2$$ Subtracting these equations, $$\ln(0.67) - \ln(0.33) = \lambda t_1 - \lambda t_2$$ $$\lambda (t_1 - t_2) = \ln \left( \frac{0.67}{0.33} \right)$$ Approximating, $$\lambda (t_1 - t_2) \cong \ln 2$$ Therefore, $$t_1 - t_2 \cong \frac{\ln 2}{\lambda} = t_{1/2}$$ The half-life is $t_{1/2} = 20$ minutes.

Question 50

Physics · Electromagnetic Waves · Single correct

Red light differs from blue light as they have:

  1. Different frequencies and different wavelengths
  2. Different frequencies and same wavelengths
  3. Same frequencies and same wavelengths
  4. Same frequencies and different wavelengths

Answer: (a)

Solution

Red light and blue light have different wavelength and different frequency.

Question 51

Physics · Current Electricity · Numerical

The energy dissipated by a resistor is $10 \, \mathrm{mJ}$ in $1 \, \mathrm{s}$ when an electric current of $2 \, \mathrm{mA}$ flows through it. The resistance is $\Omega$ (Round off to the Nearest Integer)

Answer: 2500

Solution

Given $Q = i^2 R T$. $$R = \frac{Q}{i^2 t} = \frac{10 \times 10^{-3}}{4 \times 10^{-6} \times 1} = 2500 \Omega$$

Question 52

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Numerical

In a parallel plate capacitor set up, the plate area of capacitor is $2 \, \mathrm{m}^2$ and the plates are separated by $1 \, \mathrm{m}$. If the space between the plates are filled with a dielectric material of thickness $0.5 \, \mathrm{m}$ and area $2 \, \mathrm{m}^2$ (see fig.) the capacitance of the set-up will be ___ $\varepsilon_0$. (Dielectric constant of the material = $3.2$ ) (Round off to the Nearest Integer)

Answer: 3

Solution

Given $$C = \frac{\varepsilon_0 \, A}{\frac{d}{2K} + \frac{d}{2}} = \frac{2\varepsilon_0 \, A}{\frac{d}{K} + d}$$ Simplifying, $$= \frac{2 \times 2\varepsilon_0}{\frac{1}{3.2} + 1} = \frac{4 \times 3.2}{4.2} \varepsilon_0$$ Finally, $$= 3.04\varepsilon_0$$

Question 53

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Numerical

A force $\vec{F} = 4\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} + 4\hat{k}$ is applied on an intersection point of $x = 2$ plane and $x$-axis. The magnitude of torque of this force about a point $(2,3,4)$ is ___ (Round off to the Nearest Integer)

Answer: 20

Solution

Given $\vec{\tau} = \vec{r} \times \vec{F}$. $\vec{r} = (2\hat{i}) - (2\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} + 4\hat{k}) = -3\hat{j} - 4\hat{k}$ $\vec{F} = 4\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} + 4\hat{k}$ $\vec{\tau} = \vec{r} \times \vec{F} = \begin{vmatrix} \hat{i} & \hat{j} & \hat{k} \\ 0 & -3 & -4 \\ 4 & 3 & 4 \end{vmatrix}$ $= \hat{i}(-12 + 12) - \hat{j}(0 + 16) + \hat{k}(0 + 12)$ $= -16\hat{i} + 12\hat{k}$ Therefore, $|\vec{\tau}| = \sqrt{16^2 + 12^2} = 20$

Question 54

Physics · Gravitation · Numerical

If one wants to remove all the mass of the earth to infinity in order to break it up completely. The amount of energy that needs to be supplied will be $\frac{x}{5} \frac{GM^2}{R}$ where $x$ is ___. (Round off to the Nearest Integer) (M is the mass of earth, R is the radius of earth, G is the gravitational constant)

Answer: 3

Solution

Energy given = $U_f - U_i$ $$= 0 - \left( -\frac{3GM^2}{5} \frac{R}{R} \right)$$ $$= \frac{3}{5} \frac{GM^2}{R}$$ $x = 3$

Question 55

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Numerical

A deviation of $2^\circ$ is produced in the yellow ray when prism of crown and flint glass are achromatically combined. Taking dispersive powers of crown and flint glass are 0.02 and 0.03 respectively and refractive index for yellow light for these glasses are 1.5 and 1.6 respectively. The refracting angles for crown glass prism will be ___(in degree) (Round off to the Nearest Integer)

Answer: 12

Solution

Given $\omega_1 = 0.02; \mu_1 = 1.5; \omega_2 = 0.03; \mu_2 = 1.6$. Achromatic combination. Therefore, $\theta_{net} = 0$. $\theta_1 - \theta_2 = 0$. $\theta_1 = \theta_2$. $\omega_1 \delta_1 = \omega_2 \delta_2$. $\delta_{net} = \delta_1 - \delta_2 = 2^\circ$. $$\delta_1 - \frac{\omega_1 \delta_1}{\omega_2} = 2^\circ$$ $$\delta_1 \left(1 - \frac{\omega_1}{\omega_2}\right) = 2^\circ$$ $$\delta_1 \left(1 - \frac{2}{3}\right) = 2^\circ$$ $$\delta_1 = 6^\circ$$ $$\delta_1 = (\mu_1 - 1) A_1$$ $$6^\circ = (1.5 - 1) A_1$$ $$A_1 = 12^\circ$$

Question 56

Physics · Laws of Motion · Numerical

A body of mass 2 kg moves under a force of $(2\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} + 5\hat{k})$ N. It starts from rest and was at the origin initially. After 4 s, its new coordinates are (8, b, 20). The value of b is ___. (Round off to the Nearest Integer)

Answer: b

Solution

Given $\($ $\vec{a}$ = $\frac{\vec{F}}{m}$ = $\frac{2\hat{i} + 3\hat{j} + 5\hat{k}}{2}$ $\)$. This simplifies to $\($ $\hat{i}$ + 1.5$\hat{j}$ + 2.5$\hat{k}$ $\)$. The position vector $\($ $\vec{r}$ = $\vec{u}$t + $\frac{1}{2}$ $\vec{a}$ t^2 $\)$. Substituting the values, we have: $\[$ = 0 + $\frac{1}{2}$ ($\hat{i}$ + 1.5$\hat{j}$ + 2.5$\hat{k}$)(16) $\]$ $\[$ = 8$\hat{i}$ + 12$\hat{j}$ + 20$\hat{k}$ $\]$ Thus, $\($ b = 12 $\)$.

Question 57

Physics · Motion in a Straight Line · Numerical

A swimmer can swim with velocity of 12 $\mathrm{km/h}$ in still water. Water flowing in a river has velocity 6 $\mathrm{km/h}$. The direction with respect to the direction of flow of river water he should swim in order to reach the point on the other bank just opposite to his starting point is ___. (Round off to the Nearest Integer) (find the angle in degree)

Answer: 120

Solution

Given $12 \sin \theta = v_r$. Since $\sin \theta = \frac{1}{2}$, we have $\theta = 30^\circ$. Therefore, $\alpha = 120^\circ$.

Question 58

Physics · Waves · Numerical

A closed organ pipe of length $L$ and an open organ pipe contain gases of densities $\rho_1$ and $\rho_2$ respectively. The compressibility of gases are equal in both the pipes. Both the pipes are vibrating in their first overtone with same frequency. The length of the open pipe is $\frac{x}{3} L \sqrt{\frac{\rho_1}{\rho_2}}$ where $x$ is ___. (Round off to the Nearest Integer)

Answer: 4

Solution

Given $f_c = f_0$. $$\frac{3 \, V_c}{4 \, L} = \frac{2 \, V_0}{2 \, L'}$$ $$\frac{3 \, V_c}{4 \, L} = \frac{V_0}{L'}$$ $$L' = \frac{4 \, L}{3} \frac{V_0}{V_c} = \frac{4 \, L}{3} \sqrt{\frac{B \cdot \rho_1}{\rho_2 \cdot B}} (B is bulk modulus)$$ $$= \frac{4 \, L}{3} \sqrt{\frac{\rho_1}{\rho_2}}$$ Given $x = 4$.

Question 59

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Fill in the blank

A solid disc of radius 'a' and mass 'm' rolls down without slipping on an inclined plane making an angle $\theta$ with the horizontal. The acceleration of the disc will be $\frac{2}{b} g \sin \theta$ where $b$ is ___. (Round off to the Nearest Integer) (g = acceleration due to gravity) ($\theta$ = angle as shown in figure)

Answer: 3

Solution

Given $$a = \frac{g \sin \theta}{1 + \frac{I}{mR^2}} = \frac{g \sin \theta}{1 + \frac{1}{2}} = \frac{2}{3} g \sin \theta$$ $$b = 3$$

Question 60

Physics · Thermal Properties of Matter · Numerical

For an ideal heat engine, the temperature of the source is $127^\circ \mathrm{C}$. In order to have $60\%$ efficiency the temperature of the sink should be ___$^\circ \mathrm{C}$. (Round off to the Nearest Integer) (write modulus or absolute value of the temperature)

Answer: -113

Solution

Given $n = 0.60 = 1 - \frac{T_L}{T_H}$. Solving for $\frac{T_L}{T_H=0.4 \Rightarrow T_L}$ gives $0.4 \times 400$. This equals $160 \, \mathrm{K}$, which is $-113^\circ \mathrm{C}$.

Chemistry

Question 61

Chemistry · Environmental Chemistry · Single correct

The green house gas/es is (are): (A) Carbon dioxide (B) Oxygen (C) Water vapour (D) Methane Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

  1. (A) and (C) only
  2. (A) only
  3. (A), (C) and (D) only
  4. (A) and (B) only

Answer: (c)

Solution

The greenhouse gases are $\mathrm{CO_2}$, $\mathrm{H_2O_{(vapour)}}$ and $\mathrm{CH_4}$.

Question 62

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

In the above reaction, the reagent "A" is:

  1. NaBH_4, H_3O^+
  2. LiAlH_4
  3. Alkaline KMnO_4, H^+
  4. HCl, Zn - Hg

Answer: (c)

Solution

The given reaction involves the conversion of a methyl group to a carboxylic acid group. This is typically achieved through oxidation. The reagent "A" is likely an oxidizing agent. In the second step, alkaline $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ is used, which is a strong oxidizing agent. Therefore, "A" is likely $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ as well.

Question 63

Chemistry · General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements · Single correct

Which of the following reduction reaction CANNOT be carried out with coke?

  1. $\mathrm{Al_2O_3 \rightarrow Al}$
  2. $\mathrm{ZnO \rightarrow Zn}$
  3. $\mathrm{Fe_2O_3 \rightarrow Fe}$
  4. $\mathrm{Cu_2O \rightarrow Cu}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Reduction of $\mathrm{Al_2O_3} \rightarrow \mathrm{Al}$ is carried out by electrolytic reduction of its fused salts. $\mathrm{ZnO}$, $\mathrm{Fe_2O_3}$, and $\mathrm{Cu_2O}$ can be reduced by carbon.

Question 64

Chemistry · Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties · Single correct

Identify the elements X and Y using the ionisation energy values given below: \begin{tabular}{|l|l|l|} \hline & Ionization energy & (kJ/mol) \\ & $1^{st}$ & $2^{nd}$ \\ \hline X & 495 & 4563 \\ \hline Y & 731 & 1450 \\ \hline \end{tabular}

  1. X = Na; Y = Mg
  2. X = Mg; Y = F
  3. X = Mg; Y = Na
  4. X = F; Y = Mg

Answer: (a)

Solution

Na $\rightarrow [\mathrm{Ne}] 3s^1$ $\mathrm{IE}_1$ is very low but $\mathrm{IE}_2$ is very high due to stable noble gas configuration of $\mathrm{Na}^+$. Mg $\rightarrow [\mathrm{Ne}] 3s^2$ $\mathrm{IE}_1$ and $\mathrm{IE}_2$ are low. $\mathrm{IE}_3$ is very high.

Question 65

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Single correct

Identify the reagent(s) 'A' and condition(s) for the reaction:

  1. $A = \mathrm{HCl}; Anhydrous \mathrm{AlCl_3}$
  2. $A = \mathrm{HCl}, \mathrm{ZnCl_2}$
  3. $A = \mathrm{Cl_2}; UV light$
  4. $A = \mathrm{Cl_2}; dark, Anhydrous \mathrm{AlCl_3}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

For substitution at allylic position in the given compound, the reagent used is $\mathrm{Cl_2}$/ uv light. The reaction is free radical halogenation.

Question 66

Chemistry · Biomolecules · Single correct

The secondary structure of protein is stabilised by:

  1. Peptide bond
  2. glycosidic bond
  3. Hydrogen bonding
  4. van der Waals forces

Answer: (c)

Solution

The secondary structure of protein includes two types: (a) $\alpha$-Helix (b) $\beta$-pleated sheet. In $\alpha$-Helix structure, the polypeptide chain is coiled around due to the presence of intramolecular H-Bonding.

Question 67

Chemistry · The p-Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18) · Single correct

$Fex_2$ and $Fey_3$ are known when x and y are:

  1. x = F, Cl, Br, I and y = F, Cl, Br
  2. x = F, Cl, Br and y = F, Cl, Br, I
  3. x = Cl, Br, I and y = F, Cl, Br, I
  4. x = F, Cl, Br, I and y = F, Cl, Br, I

Answer: (b)

Question 68

Chemistry · Polymers · Single correct

Which of the following polymer is used in the manufacture of wood laminates?

  1. cis -poly isoprene
  2. Melamine formaldehyde resin
  3. Urea formaldehyde resin
  4. Phenol and formaldehyde resin

Answer: (c)

Solution

Urea–HCHO resin is used in manufacture of wood laminates.

Question 69

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

Statement I : Sodium hydride can be used as an oxidising agent. Statement II : The lone pair of electrons on nitrogen in pyridine makes it basic. Choose the CORRECT answer from the options given below:

  1. Both statement I and statement II are false
  2. Statement I is true but statement II is false
  3. Statement I is false but statement II is true
  4. Both statement I and statement II are true

Answer: (c)

Solution

(1) NaH (sodium Hydride) is used as a reducing reagent. (2) In pyridine, due to free electron on N atom, it is basic in nature. Hence statement I is false & II is true.

Question 70

Chemistry · The p-Block Elements (Group-13 and 14) · Single correct

The INCORRECT statement regarding the structure of $C_{60}$ is:

  1. The six-membered rings are fused to both six and five-membered rings.
  2. Each carbon atom forms three sigma bonds.
  3. The five-membered rings are fused only to six-membered rings.
  4. It contains 12 six-membered rings and 24 five-membered rings.

Answer: (d)

Question 71

Chemistry · Hydrogen · Single correct

The correct statements about $\mathrm{H_2O_2}$ are: $(A)$ used in the treatment of effluents. $(B)$ used as both oxidising and reducing agents. $(C)$ the two hydroxyl groups lie in the same plane. $(D)$ miscible with water. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. $(A), (B), (C)$ and $(D)$
  2. $(A), (B)$ and $(D)$ only
  3. $(B), (C)$ and $(D)$ only
  4. $(A), (C)$ and $(D)$ only

Answer: (b)

Solution

The structure of $\mathrm{H_2O_2}$ is open book type, which is non-planar. $\mathrm{H_2O_2}$ is used in the treatment of effluents. It can act as both an oxidizing agent (O.A) and a reducing agent (R.A). $\mathrm{H_2O_2}$ is miscible in water due to hydrogen bonding.

Question 72

Chemistry · Haloalkanes and Haloarenes · Single correct

Ammonolysis of Alkyl halides followed by the treatment with NaOH solution can be used to prepare primary, secondary and tertiary amines. The purpose of NaOH in the reaction is:

  1. to remove basic impurities
  2. to activate $\mathrm{NH_3}$ used in the reaction
  3. to remove acidic impurities
  4. to increase the reactivity of alkyl halide

Answer: (c)

Solution

The reaction starts with an alkyl halide $\mathrm{R-X}$ reacting with ammonia $\mathrm{NH_3}$ to form $[\mathrm{R-NH_3}]^+ \mathrm{X}^-$. This intermediate reacts with $\mathrm{OH}^-$ to form a primary amine $\mathrm{R-NH_2}$, sodium halide $\mathrm{NaX}$, and water $\mathrm{H_2O}$. The primary amine can further react with another molecule of alkyl halide $\mathrm{R-X}$ to form a secondary amine $\mathrm{R-NHR}$, sodium halide $\mathrm{NaX}$, and water $\mathrm{H_2O}$. The secondary amine can react with another molecule of alkyl halide $\mathrm{R-X}$ in the presence of $\mathrm{NaOH}$ to form a tertiary amine $\mathrm{R_3N}$, sodium halide $\mathrm{NaX}$, and water $\mathrm{H_2O}$. So the purpose of $\mathrm{NaOH}$ in the above reactions is to remove acidic impurities.

Question 73

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Single correct

An unsaturated hydrocarbon X on ozonolysis gives A. Compound A when warmed with ammonical silver nitrate forms a bright silver mirror along the sides of the test tube. The unsaturated hydrocarbon X is:

Answer: (c)

Solution

Question 74

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

Which of the following is least basic?

  1. ($\mathrm{CH}_3$ $\mathrm{CO}$)$\ddot{\mathrm{NHC}}_2$$\mathrm{H}_5$
  2. ($\mathrm{C}_2$ $\mathrm{H}_5)_3$ $\ddot{\mathrm{N}}$
  3. ($\mathrm{CH}_3$$\mathrm{CO}$)$_2$ $\ddot{\mathrm{NH}}$
  4. ($\mathrm{C}_2$$\mathrm{H}_5)_2$ $\ddot{\mathrm{NH}}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

For the given compounds: (a) $\mathrm{CH_3-C-NH-C_2H_5}$; L.P. on Nitrogen is delocalised. (b) $\mathrm{CH_2CH_2-N-CH_2CH_3}$; L.P. on Nitrogen is delocalised. (c) $\mathrm{CH_3-C-NH-C-CH_3}$; L.P. on Nitrogen is delocalised due to conjugation with both $\mathrm{C=O}$ (Hence least basic) (d) $\mathrm{CH_3-CH_2-NH-CH_2-CH_3}$; L.P. on Nitrogen is localised.

Question 75

Chemistry · Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties · Single correct

The characteristics of elements X, Y and Z with atomic numbers, respectively, 33, 53 and 83 are:

  1. X and Y are metalloids and Z is a metal.
  2. X is a metalloid, Y is a non-metal and Z is a metal.
  3. X, Y and Z are metals.
  4. X and Z are non-metals and Y is a metalloid

Answer: (b)

Solution

$X={}_{33}\mathrm{As}\rightarrow$ Metalloid $Y={}_{53}\mathrm{I}\rightarrow$ Nonmetal $Z={}_{83}\mathrm{Bi}\rightarrow$ Metal

Question 76

Chemistry · Analytical Chemistry · Single correct

Match List-I with List-II \begin{tabular}{|c|p{5.8cm}|c|l|} \hline \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{List-I} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{List-II} \\ \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{Test/Reagents/Observation(s)} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{Species detected} \\ \hline (a) & Lassaigne's Test & (i) & Carbon \\ \hline (b) & Cu(II) oxide & (ii) & Sulphur \\ \hline (c) & Silver nitrate & (iii) & N, S, P, and halogen \\ \hline (d) & The sodium fusion extract gives black precipitate with acetic acid and lead acetate & (iv) & Halogen specifically \\ \hline \end{tabular} The correct match is:

  1. (a)- (iii), (b) - (i), $(c)$ - (ii), (d) - (iv)
  2. (a)- (i), (b) - (iv),$(c)$ - (iii), (d) - (ii)
  3. (a)- (iii), (b) - (i), $(c)$ - (iv), (d) - (ii)
  4. (a)- (i), (b) - (ii), $(c)$ - (iv), (d) - (iii)

Answer: (c)

Solution

Match list: \begin{tabular}{|c|p{7cm}|c|p{4cm}|} \hline (a) & Lassaigne's Test & (iii) & N, S, P and Halogen \\ \hline (b) & Cu(II) Oxide & (i) & Carbon \\ \hline (c) & AgNO$_3$ & (iv) & Halogen specifically \\ \hline (d) & Sodium fusion extract gives black precipitate with acetic acid and lead acetate (CH$_3$COOH/(CH$_3$COO)$_2$Pb) & (ii) & Sulphur \\ \hline \end{tabular} Option-(a)-(iii); (b)-(i); $(c)$-(iv); (d)-(ii)

Question 77

Chemistry · Surface Chemistry · Single correct

The INCORRECT statements below regarding colloidal solutions is:

  1. A colloidal solution shows colligative properties.
  2. An ordinary filter paper can stop the flow of colloidal particles.
  3. The flocculating power of $\mathrm{Al}^{3+}$ is more than that of $\mathrm{Na}^{+}$
  4. A colloidal solution shows Brownian motion of colloidal particles.

Answer: (b)

Solution

1. Colloidal solution exhibits colligative properties. 2. An ordinary filter cannot stop the flow of colloidal particles. 3. Flocculating power increases with increase in the opposite charge of electrolyte. 4. Colloidal particles show Brownian motion.

Question 78

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Single correct

Arrange the following metal complex/ compounds in the increasing order of spin only magnetic moment. Presume all the three, high spin system. (Atomic numbers Ce = 58, Gd = 64 and Eu = 63.)

  1. (b) < (a) < (c)
  2. (c) < (a) < (b)
  3. (a) < (b) < (c)
  4. (a) < (c) < (b)

Answer: (d)

Solution

Q2 (4) (a) Ce $\rightarrow [\mathrm{Xe}]4f^25d^06s^2$ In complex $\mathrm{Ce^{4+}} \rightarrow [\mathrm{Xe}]4f^05d^06s^0$ there is no unpaired electron so $\mu_m = 0$ (b) $\mathrm{^{64}Gd^{3+}} \rightarrow [\mathrm{Xe}]4f^75d^06s^0$ contain seven unpaired electrons so, $\mu_m = \sqrt{7(7+2)} = \sqrt{63} B.M.$ (c) $\mathrm{^{63}Eu^{3+}} \rightarrow [^{54}\mathrm{Xe}] 4f^65d^06s^0$ contain six unpaired electron so, $\mu_m = \sqrt{6(6+2)} = \sqrt{48} B.M$ Hence, order of spin only magnetic movement $b > c > a$

Question 79

Chemistry · Redox Reactions · Single correct

The exact volumes of $1\,\mathrm{M}$ $\mathrm{NaOH}$ solution required to neutralise $50\,\mathrm{mL}$ of $1\,\mathrm{M}$ $\mathrm{H_3PO_3}$ solution and $100\,\mathrm{mL}$ of $2\,\mathrm{M}$ $\mathrm{H_3PO_2}$ solution, respectively, are:

  1. 100 \, $\mathrm{mL}$ and 100 \, $\mathrm{mL}$
  2. 100 \, $\mathrm{mL}$ and 50 \, $\mathrm{mL}$
  3. 100 \, $\mathrm{mL}$ and 200 \, $\mathrm{mL}$
  4. 50 \, $\mathrm{mL}$ and 50 \, $\mathrm{mL}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

The reaction is given by: $$\mathrm{H_3PO_3 + 2NaOH \rightarrow Na_2HPO_3 + 2H_2O}$$ Given 50 ml, 1 M solution. We need to find the volume $V$ for 1 M solution. The stoichiometry gives: $$\frac{n_{\mathrm{NaOH}}}{n_{\mathrm{H_3PO_3}}} = \frac{2}{1}$$ Thus, $$\frac{1 \times V}{50 \times 1} = \frac{2}{1} \implies V_{\mathrm{NaOH}} = 100 \, \mathrm{ml}$$ For the second reaction: $$\mathrm{H_3PO_2 + 2NaOH \rightarrow NaH_2PO_3 + H_2O}$$ Given 100 ml, 2 M solution. We need to find the volume $V$. The stoichiometry gives: $$\frac{n_{\mathrm{NaOH}}}{n_{\mathrm{H_3PO_2}}} = \frac{1}{1}$$ Thus, $$\frac{1 \times V}{2 \times 100} = \frac{1}{1} \implies V_{\mathrm{NaOH}} = 200 \, \mathrm{ml}$$

Question 80

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

The structure of $X$ is:

Answer: (d)

Solution

The reaction begins with the addition of phenylmagnesium bromide (PhMgBr) to the imine group in dry ether. This forms a Grignard addition product with a magnesium bromide ion. Upon hydrolysis with $\mathrm{H_3O^+}$, the imine is converted to a ketone. The final product is a phenyl ketone with a methoxy group.

Question 81

Chemistry · The Solid State · Numerical

Ga (atomic mass 70u) crystallizes in a hexagonal close packed structure. The total number of voids in 0.581 g of Ga is ___ $\times 10^{21}$. (Round off to the Nearest Integer).

Answer: 15

Solution

HCP structure: Per atom, there will be one octahedral void (OV) and two tetrahedral voids (TV). Therefore total three voids per atom are present in HCP structure. Therefore total number of atoms of Ga will be: $$\frac{Mass}{Molar Mass} \times N_A = \frac{0.58 \, g}{70 \, g/mol} \times 6.023 \times 10^{23}$$ Now, total number of voids = 3 $\times$ total number of atoms $$= 3 \times \frac{0.581}{70} \times 6.023 \times 10^{23} = 14.99 \times 10^{21}$$ $$\simeq 15 \times 10^{21}$$

Question 82

Chemistry · Electrochemistry · Numerical

A 5.0 m mol dm$^{-3}$ aqueous solution of KCl has a conductance of 0.55mS when measured in a cell constant 1.3 cm$^{-1}$. The molar conductivity of this solution is __ mSm$^2$ mol$^{-1}$. (Round off to the Nearest Integer)

Answer: 14.3

Solution

Given conc $n$ of KCl $= \frac{\mathrm{m} \cdot \mathrm{mol}}{\mathrm{L}}$. Therefore, Conductance $(G) = 0.55 \mathrm{mS}$. Cell constant $\left( \frac{\ell}{A} \right) = 1.3 \, \mathrm{cm}^{-1}$. To Calculate: Molar conductivity $(\lambda_m)$ of solution. $\rightarrow$ $\rightarrow$ Molarity $= 5 \times 10^{-3} \frac{\mathrm{mol}}{\mathrm{L}}$ $\rightarrow$ Conductivity $= G \times \left( \frac{\ell}{A} \right) = 0.55 \mathrm{mS} \times \frac{1.3}{\frac{1}{100}} \, \mathrm{m}^{-1}$ $= 55 \times 1.3 \, \mathrm{mSm}^{-1}$ $\mathrm{eqn}^{n}(1) \lambda_m = \frac{1}{1000} \times \frac{55 \times 1.3}{\left( \frac{5}{1000} \right)} \, \mathrm{mSm}^2 \mathrm{mol}^{-1}$ $\Rightarrow \lambda_m = 14.3 \, \mathrm{mSm}^2 \mathrm{mol}^{-1}$

Question 83

Chemistry · Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry · Numerical

A and B decompose via first order kinetics with half-lives 54.0 min and 18.0 min respectively. Starting from an equimolar non reactive mixture of A and B, the time taken for the concentration of A to become 16 times that of B is ___ min. (Round off to the Nearest Integer).

Answer: 108

Solution

Given $t_2 = 54 \, min$ for A and $T_{1/2} = 18 \, min$ for B. At $t = 0$, concentration is $x \, M$. To calculate: $[A]_t = 16 \times [B]_t$ at time $t = ?$. For first order kinetics: $$[A]_t = \frac{A_0}{(2)^n}$$ where $n$ is the number of half-lives. Now from the relation (1), $[A]_t = 16 \times [B]_t$. $$\frac{x}{(2)^{n_1}} = \frac{x}{(2)^{n_2}} \times 16$$ implies $$(2)^{n_2} = (2)^{n_1} \times (2)^4$$ Therefore, $n_2 = n_1 + 4$. $$\frac{t}{(t_{1/2})_2} = \frac{t}{(t_{1/2})_1} + 4$$ $$t \left( \frac{1}{18} - \frac{1}{54} \right) = 4 \Rightarrow t = \frac{4 \times 18 \times 54}{36}$$ Therefore, $$t = 108 \, min$$

Question 84

Chemistry · Analytical Chemistry · Numerical

In Duma's method of estimation of nitrogen, 0.1840 $\mathrm{g}$ of an organic compound gave 30 $\mathrm{mL}$ of nitrogen collected at 287 $\mathrm{K}$ and 758 $\mathrm{mm}$ of Hg pressure. The percentage composition of nitrogen in the compound is (Round off to the Nearest Integer). [Given : Aqueous tension at 287 $\mathrm{K}$ = 14 $\mathrm{mm}$ of Hg ]

Answer: 19

Solution

In Duma's method of estimation of Nitrogen. 0.1840 $\mathrm{gm}$ of organic compound gave 30 $\mathrm{mL}$ of nitrogen which is collected at 287 $\mathrm{K}$ $\&$ 758 $\mathrm{mm}$ of Hg. Given; Aqueous tension at 287 $\mathrm{K}$ = 14 $\mathrm{mm}$ of Hg. Hence actual pressure = (758 - 14) = 744 $\mathrm{mm}$ of Hg. Volume of nitrogen at STP = $\frac{273 \times 744 \times 30}{287 \times 760}$ $$V = 27.935 \mathrm{mL}$$ $\therefore$ 22400 $\mathrm{mL}$ of $\mathrm{N_2}$ at STP weighs = 28 $\mathrm{gm}$. $\therefore$ 27.94 $\mathrm{mL}$ of $\mathrm{N_2}$ at STP weighs = $\left$( $\frac{28}{22400}$ $\times$ 27.94 $\right$) $\mathrm{gm}$ = 0.0349 $\mathrm{gm}$ Hence $\%$ of Nitrogen = $\left$( $\frac{0.0349}{0.1840}$ $\times$ 100 $\right$) = 18.97$\%$ Rond off. Answer = 19$\%$

Question 85

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Numerical

The number of orbitals with $n = 5$, $m_1 = +2$ is ___ (Round off to the Nearest Integer).

Answer: 3

Solution

For, $n = 5$ $\ell = (0, 1, 2, 3, 4)$ If $\ell = 0$, $m = 0$ $\ell = 1$, $m = \{-1, 0, +1\}$ $\ell = 2$, $m = \{-2, -1, 0, +1, +2\}$ $\ell = 3$, $m = \{-3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2, +3\}$ $\ell = 4$, $m = \{-4, -3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2, +3, +4\}$ 5 d, 5f and 5 g subshell contain one-one orbital having $m_c = +2$

Question 86

Chemistry · Solutions · Numerical

At 363 K, the vapour pressure of A is 21 kPa and that of B is 18 kPa. One mole of A and 2 moles of B are mixed. Assuming that this solution is ideal, the vapour pressure of the mixture is ___ kPa. (Round of to the Nearest Integer).

Answer: 19

Solution

Given $P_A^0 = 21 kPa$ and $P_B^0 = 18 kPa$. An ideal solution is prepared by mixing 1 mol A and 2 mol B. Therefore, $X_A = \frac{1}{3}$ and $X_B = \frac{2}{3}$. According to Raoult's law, $$P_T = X_A P_A^0 + X_B P_B^0$$ $$\Rightarrow P_T = \left( \frac{1}{3} \times 21 \right) + \left( \frac{2}{3} \times 18 \right)$$ $$\Rightarrow P_T = 7 + 12 = 19 kPa$$

Question 87

Chemistry · Equilibrium · Numerical

Sulphurous acid ($H_2SO_3$) has $K_{a_1} = 1.7 \times 10^{-2}$ and $K_{a_2} = 6.4 \times 10^{-8}$. The pH of 0.588 $\mathrm{M} H_2SO_3$ is ___ (Round off to the Nearest Integer)

Answer: 1

Solution

Given $\mathrm{H_2SO_3}$ [Dibasic acid] $c = 0.588 \, \mathrm{M}$. The pH of the solution is due to the first dissociation only since $K_{a_1} \gg K_{a_2}$. First dissociation of $\mathrm{H_2SO_3}$: $$\mathrm{H_2SO_3(aq)} \rightleftharpoons \mathrm{H^+(aq)} + \mathrm{HSO_3^-(aq)} : k_{a_1} = 1.7 \times 10^{-2}$$ At $t = 0$: $C$ At $t$: $C - x x x$ $$\Rightarrow K_{a_1} = \frac{1.7}{100} = \frac{[\mathrm{H^+}][\mathrm{HSO_3^-}]}{[\mathrm{H_2SO_3}]}$$ $$\frac{1.7}{100} = \frac{x^2}{(0.58 - x)}$$ $$\Rightarrow 1.7 \times 0.588 - 1.7x = 100x^2$$ $$\Rightarrow 100x^2 + 1.7x - 1 = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow [\mathrm{H^+}] = x = \frac{-1.7 + \sqrt{(1.7)^2 + 4 \times 100 \times 1}}{2 \times 100} = 0.09186$$ Therefore, the pH of the solution is: $\mathrm{pH} = -\log[\mathrm{H^+}]$ $$\Rightarrow \mathrm{pH} = -\log(0.09186) = 1.036 \simeq 1$$

Question 88

Chemistry · The d-and f-Block Elements · Numerical

When 35 mL of 0.15M lead nitrate solution is mixed with 20 mL of 0.12M chromic sulphate solution, ___ $\times 10^{-5}$ moles of lead sulphate precipitate out. (Round off to the Nearest Integer).

Answer: 525

Solution

Given the reaction: $$3 \mathrm{Pb(NO_3)_2} + \mathrm{Cr_2(SO_4)_3} \rightarrow 3\mathrm{PbSO_4} + 2\mathrm{Cr(NO_3)_3}$$ Volumes and concentrations are given as: 35 ml of 0.15 M and 20 ml of 0.12 M. Calculating moles: $$= 5.25 \, \mathrm{m.mol} = 2.4 \, \mathrm{m \cdot mol} 5.25 \, \mathrm{m \cdot mol}$$ $$= 5.25 \times 10^{-3} \, \mathrm{mol}$$ Therefore, moles of $\mathrm{PbSO_4}$ formed: $$= 5.25 \times 10^{-3} = 525 \times 10^{-5}$$

Question 89

Chemistry · States of Matter · Numerical

At $25^\circ\mathrm{C}$, $50\,\mathrm{g}$ of iron reacts with HCl to form $\mathrm{FeCl_2}$. The evolved hydrogen gas expands against a constant pressure of $1\,\mathrm{bar}$. The work done by the gas during this expansion is ___ J. (Round off to the Nearest Integer) (Given: $R = 8.314\,\mathrm{J\,mol}^{-1}\,\mathrm{K}^{-1}$. Assume hydrogen is an ideal gas.) (Atomic mass of Fe is $55.85\,\mathrm{u}$.)

Answer: 2218

Solution

Given $T = 298 \, \mathrm{K}$, $R = 8.314 \, \mathrm{\frac{J}{mol \cdot K}}$. The chemical reaction is $\mathrm{Fe} + 2\mathrm{HCl} \rightarrow \mathrm{FeCl_2} + \mathrm{H_2(g)}$. $50 \, \mathrm{g}$, $P = 1 \, \mathrm{bar}$. $$= \frac{50}{55.85} \, \mathrm{mol}$$ Work done for $1 \, \mathrm{mol}$ gas $= -P_{ext} \times \Delta V$. $$= \Delta n g R T$$ $$= -1 \times 8.314 \times 298 \, \mathrm{J}$$ Work done for $\frac{50}{55.85} \, \mathrm{mol}$ of gas $$= -1.8314 \times 298 \times \frac{50}{55.85} \, \mathrm{J}$$ $$= -2218.059 \, \mathrm{J}$$ $$\simeq -2218 \, \mathrm{J}$$

Question 90

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Numerical

$\left[ \mathrm{Ti(H_2O)_6} \right]^{3+}$ absorbs light of wavelength $498 \, \mathrm{nm}$ during a $d-d$ transition. The octahedral splitting energy for the above complex is ___ $\times 10^{-19} \, \mathrm{J}$. (Round off to the Nearest Integer). $h = 6.626 \times 10^{-34} \, \mathrm{Js}; \, c = 3 \times 10^8 \, \mathrm{ms^{-1}}$

Answer: 4

Solution

Given $\lambda_{absorbed} = 498 \, \mathrm{nm}$ (given). The octahedral splitting energy $\Delta_0$ or $E$ is calculated as follows: $$\Delta_0 or E = \frac{hc}{\lambda} = \frac{6.626 \times 10^{-34} \times 3 \times 10^8}{498 \times 10^{-9}}$$ $$= 0.0399 \times 10^{-17} \, \mathrm{J}$$ $$= 3.99 \times 10^{-19} \, \mathrm{J}$$ $$= 4.00 \times 10^{-19} \, \mathrm{J} (round off)$$