JEE Main 18 March 2021 Shift 1 question paper with solutions

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Maths

Question 1

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

The differential equation satisfied by the system of parabolas $y^2 = 4a(x + a)$ is:

  1. $y \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right)^2 - 2x \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right) - y = 0$
  2. $y \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right)^2 - 2x \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right) + y = 0$
  3. $y \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right)^2 + 2x \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right) - y = 0$
  4. $y \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right) + 2x \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right) - y = 0$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $y^2 = 4ax + 4a^2$. Differentiate with respect to $x$: $$2y \frac{dy}{dx} = 4a$$ $$\Rightarrow a = \left( \frac{y}{2} \frac{dy}{dx} \right)$$ So, the required differential equation is $$y^2 = \left( 4 \times \frac{y}{2} \frac{dy}{dx} \right) x + 4 \left( \frac{y}{2} \frac{dy}{dx} \right)^2$$ $$\Rightarrow y^2 \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right)^2 + 2xy \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right) - y^2 = 0$$ $$\Rightarrow y \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right)^2 + 2x \left( \frac{dy}{dx} \right) - y = 0$$

Question 2

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

The number of integral values of $m$ so that the abscissa of point of intersection of lines $3x + 4y = 9$ and $y = mx + 1$ is also an integer, is:

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given the equations $3x + 4y = 9$ and $y = mx + 1$. Substituting $y$ in the first equation gives: $$3x + 4mx + 4 = 9$$ Simplifying, we have: $$(3 + 4m)x = 5$$ $x$ will be an integer when $3 + 4m = 5, -5, 1, -1$. Solving for $m$, we get: $$m = \frac{1}{2}, -2, -\frac{1}{2}, -1$$ Thus, the number of integral values of $m$ is 2.

Question 3

Maths · Binomial Theorem · Single correct

$$ (1+x+2x^2)^{20} = a_0 + a_1x + a_2x^2 + \ldots + a_{40}x^{40} $$ Then $$ a_1 + a_3 + a_5 + \ldots + a_{37} $$ is equal to

  1. $2^{20} \left( 2^{20} - 21 \right)$
  2. $2^{19} \left( 2^{20} - 21 \right)$
  3. $2^{19} \left( 2^{20} + 21 \right)$
  4. $2^{20} \left( 2^{20} + 21 \right)$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\($(1 + x + 2x^2)^{20} = a_0 + a_1 x + $\ldots$ + a_{40} x^{40}$\)$, put $\($x = 1, -1$\)$. $\($$\Rightarrow$ a_0 + a_1 + a_2 + $\ldots$ + a_{40} = 2^{20}$\)$ $\($a_0 - a_1 + a_2 + $\ldots$ + a_{40} = 2^{20}$\)$ $\($$\Rightarrow$ a_1 + a_3 + $\ldots$ + a_{39} = $\frac{4^{20} - 2^{20}}{2}$$\)$ $\($$\Rightarrow$ a_1 + a_3 + $\ldots$ + a_{37} = 2^{39} - 2^{19} - a_{39}$\)$ Here $\($a_{39} = $\frac{20!(2)^{19} \times 1}{19!}$ = 20 $\times$ 2^{19}$\)$ $\($$\Rightarrow$ a_1 + a_3 + $\ldots$ + a_{37} = 2^{19} $\left$(2^{20} - 1 - 20$\right$)$\)$ $\($= 2^{19} $\left$(2^{20} - 21$\right$)$\)$

Question 4

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

The solutions of the equation $$\left| \begin{array}{ccc} 1 + \sin^2 x & \sin^2 x & \sin^2 x \\ \cos^2 x & 1 + \cos^2 x & \cos^2 x \\ 4 \sin 2x & 4 \sin 2x & 1 + 4 \sin 2x \end{array} \right|=0,(0 < x < \pi) are$$

  1. $\frac{\pi}{12}, \frac{\pi}{6}$
  2. $\frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{5\pi}{6}$
  3. $\frac{5\pi}{12}, \frac{7\pi}{12}$
  4. $\frac{7\pi}{12}, \frac{11\pi}{12}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given the matrix equation: $$\begin{vmatrix} 1 + \sin^2 x & \sin^2 x & \sin^2 x \\ \cos^2 x & 1 + \cos^2 x & \cos^2 x \\ 4 \sin 2x & 4 \sin 2x & 1 + 4 \sin 2x \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ Use $R_1 \rightarrow R_1 + R_2 + R_3$. This gives: $$\Rightarrow (2 + 4 \sin 2x) \begin{vmatrix} 1 & 1 & 1 \\ \cos^2 x & 1 + \cos^2 x & \cos^2 x \\ 4 \sin 2x & 4 \sin 2x & 1 + 4 \sin 2x \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ Therefore, $$x = \frac{\pi}{2} + \frac{\pi}{12}, \pi - \frac{\pi}{12}$$

Question 5

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

Choose the correct statement about two circles whose equations are given below: $$x^2 + y^2 - 10x - 10y + 41 = 0$$ $$x^2 + y^2 - 22x - 10y + 137 = 0$$

  1. circles have same centre
  2. circles have no meeting point
  3. circles have only one meeting point
  4. circles have two meeting points

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given the equations of the circles: $$x^2 + y^2 - 10x - 10y + 41 = 0$$ Center $A(5, 5)$, $R_1 = 3$ $$x^2 + y^2 - 22x - 10y + 137 = 0$$ Center $B(11, 5)$, $R_2 = 3$ The distance $AB = 6 = R_1 + R_2$ The circles touch each other externally. Therefore, the circles have only one meeting point.

Question 6

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

Let $\alpha, \beta, \gamma$ be the real roots of the equation, $x^3 + ax^2 + bx + c = 0$, $(a, b, c \in \mathbb{R} and a, b \neq 0)$ If the system of equations (in, u, v, w ) given by $\alpha u + \beta v + \gamma w = 0$, $\beta u + \gamma v + \alpha w = 0$, $\gamma u + \alpha v + \beta w = 0$ has non-trivial solution, then the value of $\frac{a^2}{b}$ is

  1. 5
  2. 3
  3. 1
  4. 0

Answer: (b)

Solution

The determinant of the matrix is given by: $$\begin{vmatrix} \alpha & \beta & \gamma \\ \beta & \gamma & \alpha \\ \gamma & \alpha & \beta \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ This implies: $$-(\alpha + \beta + \gamma) \left(a^2 + b^2 + \gamma^2 - \sum \alpha \beta \right) = 0$$ Simplifying further: $$-(-a) \left(a^2 - 2b - b \right) = 0$$ This leads to: $$a \left(a^2 - 3b \right) = 0$$ Thus: $$a^2 = 3b \implies \frac{a^2}{b} = 3$$

Question 7

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

The integral $$\int \frac{(2x-1) \cos \sqrt{(2x-1)^2+5}}{\sqrt{4x^2-4x+6}} \, dx$$ is equal to (where $c$ is a constant of integration)

  1. $\frac{1}{2} \sin \sqrt{(2x-1)^2+5} + c$
  2. $\frac{1}{2} \cos \sqrt{(2x+1)^2+5} + c$
  3. $\frac{1}{2} \cos \sqrt{(2x-1)^2+5} + c$
  4. $\frac{1}{2} \sin \sqrt{(2x+1)^2+5} + c$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given the integral $$\int \frac{(2x-1) \cos \sqrt{(2x-1)^2+5}}{\sqrt{(2x-1)^2+5}} \, dx$$ let $$(2x-1)^2 + 5 = t^2.$$ Then $$2(2x-1) \, 2 \, dx = 2t \, dt.$$ Simplifying, we have $$2\sqrt{t^2 - 5} \, dx = t \, dt.$$ So, $$\int \frac{\sqrt{t^2 - 5} \cos t}{2\sqrt{t^2 - 5}} \, dt = \frac{1}{2} \sin t + c.$$ Therefore, $$= \frac{1}{2} \sin \sqrt{(2x-1)^2 + 5} + c.$$

Question 8

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

The equation of one of the straight lines which passes through the point (1,3) and makes an angles $\tan^{-1}(\sqrt{2})$ with the straight line, $y + 1 = 3\sqrt{2}x$ is

  1. $4\sqrt{2}x + 5y - (15 + 4\sqrt{2}) = 0$
  2. $5\sqrt{2}x + 4y - (15 + 4\sqrt{2}) = 0$
  3. $4\sqrt{2}x + 5y - 4\sqrt{2} = 0$
  4. $4\sqrt{2}x - 5y - (5 + 4\sqrt{2}) = 0$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $y = mx + c$ and $3 = m + c$. $$\sqrt{2} = \left| \frac{m - 3\sqrt{2}}{1 + 3\sqrt{2}m} \right|$$ $$= 6m + \sqrt{2} = m - 3\sqrt{2}$$ $$= \sin = -4\sqrt{2} \rightarrow m = \frac{-4\sqrt{2}}{5}$$ $$= 6m - \sqrt{2} = m - 3\sqrt{2}$$ $$= 7m - 2\sqrt{2} \rightarrow m = \frac{2\sqrt{2}}{7}$$ According to options take $m = \frac{-4\sqrt{2}}{5}$. So $y = \frac{-4\sqrt{2}x}{5} + \frac{3 + 4\sqrt{2}}{5}$. $$4\sqrt{2}x + 5y - (15 + 4\sqrt{2}) = 0$$

Question 9

Maths · Limits and Derivatives · Single correct

If $\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{\sin^{-1} x - \tan^{-1} x}{3x^3}$ is equal to $L$, then the value of $(6L + 1)$ is

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

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $$\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{\left(x + \frac{x^3}{3!} \cdots \right) - \left(x - \frac{x^3}{3 \cdots} \right)}{3x^3} = \frac{1}{6}$$ So $6L + 1 = 2$

Question 10

Maths · Vector Algebra · Single correct

A vector $\mathbf{a}$ has components $3p$ and $1$ with respect to a rectangular cartesian system. This system is rotated through a certain angle about the origin in the counter clockwise sense. If, with respect to new system, $\mathbf{a}$ has components $p + 1$ and $\sqrt{10}$, then a value of $p$ is equal to:

  1. 1
  2. -$\frac{5}{4}$
  3. $\frac{4}{5}$
  4. -1

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\vec{a}_{Old} = 3\hat{i} + \hat{j}$. $\vec{a}_{New} = (p + 1)\hat{i} + \sqrt{10}\hat{j}$. This implies $|\vec{a}_{Old}| = |\vec{a}_{New}|$. Therefore, $ap^2 + 1 = p^2 + 2p + 1 + 10$. Simplifying gives $8p^2 - 2p - 10 = 0$. Further simplification leads to $4p^2 - p - 5 = 0$. Factoring gives $(4p - 5)(p + 1) = 0 \rightarrow p = \frac{5}{4}, -1$.

Question 11

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Single correct

If the equation $a|z|^2 + \overline{\overline{\alpha z} + \alpha \overline{z}} + d = 0$ represents a circle where $a, d$ are real constants then which of the following condition is correct?

  1. $|\alpha|^2 - ad \neq 0$
  2. $|\alpha|^2 - ad > 0$ and $a \in \mathbb{R} - \{0\}$
  3. $|\alpha|^2 - ad \geq 0$ and $a \in \mathbb{R}$
  4. $\alpha = 0, a, d \in \mathbb{R}^+$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $az \bar{z} + \alpha \bar{z} + \bar{\alpha} z + d = 0 \rightarrow Circle$. Centre $= -\frac{\alpha}{a}$, $2 = \sqrt{\frac{\alpha \bar{\alpha}}{a^2} - \frac{d}{a}} = \sqrt{\frac{\alpha \bar{\alpha} - ad}{a^2}}$. So $|\alpha|^2 - ad > 0$ and $a \in \mathbb{R} - \{0\}$.

Question 12

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

For the four circles M, N, O and P, following four equations are given: Circle $M$: $x^2 + y^2 = 1$ Circle $N$: $x^2 + y^2 - 2x = 0$ Circle $O$: $x^2 + y^2 - 2x - 2y + 1 = 0$ Circle $P$: $x^2 + y^2 - 2y = 0$ If the centre of circle M is joined with centre of the circle N, further centre of circle N is joined with centre of the circle O, centre of circle O is joined with the centre of circle P and lastly, centre of circle P is joined with centre of circle M, then these lines form the sides of a:

  1. Rhombus
  2. Square
  3. Rectangle
  4. Parallelogram

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given the equations of the circles and lines: For $M$: $x^2 + y^2 = 1$ at $(0,0)$. For $N$: $x^2 + y^2 - 2x = 0$ at $(1,0)$. For $O$: $x^2 + y^2 - 2x - 2y + 1 = 0$ at $(1,1)$. For $P$: $x^2 + y^2 - 2y = 0$ at $(0,1)$. The diagram shows a rectangle with vertices $M(0,0)$, $N(1,0)$, $O(1,1)$, and $P(0,1)$. Each side of the rectangle is of length 1.

Question 13

Maths · Sequences and Series · Single correct

If $\alpha, \beta$ are natural numbers such that $100^\alpha - 199 \beta = (100)(100) + (99)(101) + (98)(102) + \ldots + (1)(199)$, then the slope of the line passing through $(\alpha, \beta)$ and origin is:

  1. 540
  2. 550
  3. 530
  4. 510

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$S = (100)(100) + (99)(101) + (98)(102) \ldots (2)(198) + (1)(199)$$ We have $$S = \sum_{x=0}^{99} (100-x)(100+x) = \sum 100^2 - x^2$$ This simplifies to $$= 100^3 - \frac{99 \times 100 \times 199}{6}$$ Given $$\alpha = 3 \beta = 1650$$ The slope is $$slope = \frac{1650}{3} = 550$$

Question 14

Maths · Relations and Functions · Single correct

The real valued function $f(x) = \frac{\csc^{-1} x}{\sqrt{x - \lfloor x \rfloor}}$, where $\lfloor x \rfloor$ denotes the greatest integer less than or equal to $x$, is defined for all $x$ belonging to:

  1. all reals except integers
  2. all non-integers except the interval $[-1,1]$
  3. all integers except $0,-1,1$
  4. all reals except the Interval $[-1,1]$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$f(x) = \frac{\csc^{-1} x}{\sqrt{\{x\}}}$$ Domain is $$(-\infty, -1] \cup [1, \infty)$$ $\($ $\{$x$\}$ $\neq$ 0 $\)$ so $\($ x $\neq$ $\)$ integers.

Question 15

Maths · Sequences and Series · Single correct

$\frac{1}{3^2-1}$ + $\frac{1}{5^2-1}$ + $\frac{1}{7^2-1}$ + $\cdots$ + $\frac{1}{(201)^2-1}$ is equal to

  1. $\frac{101}{404}$
  2. $\frac{25}{101}$
  3. $\frac{101}{408}$
  4. $\frac{99}{400}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$T_n = \frac{1}{(2n+1)^2 - 1} = \frac{1}{(2n+2)2n} = \frac{1}{4(n)(n+1)}$$ This simplifies to $$= \frac{(n+1) - n}{4n(n+1)} = \frac{1}{4} \left( \frac{1}{n} - \frac{1}{n+1} \right)$$ The sum is $$S = \frac{1}{4} \left( 1 - \frac{1}{101} \right) = \frac{1}{4} \left( \frac{100}{101} \right) = \frac{25}{101}$$

Question 16

Maths · Relations and Functions · Single correct

If the functions are defined as $f(x) = \sqrt{x}$ and $g(x) = \sqrt{1-x}$, then what is the common domain of the following functions: $f + g, f - g, f/g, g/f, g - f$ where $(f \pm g)(x) = f(x) \pm g(x), (f/g)(x) = \frac{f(x)}{g(x)}$

  1. $0 \leq x \leq 1$
  2. $0 \leq x < 1$
  3. $0$
  4. $0$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $$f(x) + g(x) = \sqrt{x} + \sqrt{1-x}, domain [0,1]$$ $$f(x) - g(x) = \sqrt{x} - \sqrt{1-x}, domain [0,1]$$ $$g(x) - f(x) = \sqrt{1-x} - \sqrt{x}, domain [0,1]$$ $$\frac{f(x)}{g(x)} = \frac{\sqrt{x}}{\sqrt{1-x}}, domain [0,1)$$ $$\frac{g(x)}{f(x)} = \frac{\sqrt{1-x}}{\sqrt{x}}, domain (0,1]$$ So, common domain is (0,1)

Question 17

Maths · Continuity and Differentiability · Single correct

If $f(x) = \begin{cases} \frac{1}{|x|} & ; |x| \geq 1 \\ ax^2 + b & ; |x| < 1 \end{cases}$ is differentiable at every point of the domain, then the values of $a$ and $b$ are respectively:

  1. $\frac{1}{2}, \frac{1}{2}$
  2. $\frac{1}{2}, -\frac{3}{2}$
  3. $\frac{5}{2}, -\frac{3}{2}$
  4. $-\frac{1}{2}, \frac{3}{2}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $$f(x) = \begin{cases} \frac{1}{|x|}, & |x| \geq 1 \\ ax^2 + b, & |x| < 1 \end{cases}$$ At $x = 1$, the function must be continuous. So, $1 = a + b$ ...(i) Differentiability at $x = 1$ $$\left(-\frac{1}{x^2}\right)_{x=1} = (2ax)_{x=1}$$ $$\Rightarrow -1 = 2a \Rightarrow a = -\frac{1}{2}$$ From (1) $\Rightarrow b = 1 + \frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{2}$

Question 18

Maths · Matrices · Single correct

Let $A + 2B = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 2 & 0 \\ 6 & -3 & 3 \\ -5 & 3 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$ and $2A - B = \begin{bmatrix} 2 & -1 & 5 \\ 2 & -1 & 6 \\ 0 & 1 & 2 \end{bmatrix}$. If $\mathrm{Tr}(A)$ denotes the sum of all diagonal elements of the matrix $A$, then $\mathrm{Tr}(A) - \mathrm{Tr}(B)$ has value equal to

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$A + 2B = \begin{pmatrix} 1 & 2 & 0 \\ 6 & -3 & 3 \\ -5 & 3 & 1 \end{pmatrix} ...(1)$$ $$2A - B = \begin{pmatrix} 2 & -1 & 5 \\ 2 & -1 & 6 \\ 0 & 1 & 2 \end{pmatrix} ...(2)$$ Adding (1) and (2) gives $$4A - 2B = \begin{pmatrix} 4 & -2 & 10 \\ 4 & -2 & 12 \\ 0 & 2 & 4 \end{pmatrix}$$ From (1) + (2) we have $$5A = \begin{pmatrix} 5 & 0 & 10 \\ 10 & -5 & 15 \\ -5 & 5 & 5 \end{pmatrix}$$ Thus, $$A = \begin{pmatrix} 1 & 0 & 2 \\ 2 & -1 & 3 \\ -1 & 1 & 1 \end{pmatrix} and 2A = \begin{pmatrix} 2 & 0 & 4 \\ 4 & -2 & 6 \\ -2 & 2 & 2 \end{pmatrix}$$ Therefore, $$B = \begin{pmatrix} 2 & 0 & 4 \\ 4 & -2 & 6 \\ -2 & 2 & 2 \end{pmatrix} - \begin{pmatrix} 2 & -1 & 5 \\ 2 & -1 & 6 \\ 0 & 1 & 2 \end{pmatrix}$$ So, $$B = \begin{pmatrix} 0 & 1 & -1 \\ 2 & -1 & 0 \\ -2 & 1 & 0 \end{pmatrix}$$ The trace of $A$ is $$tr(A) = 1 - 1 + 1 = 1$$ The trace of $B$ is $$tr(B) = -1$$ Thus, $$tr(A) = 1 and tr(B) = -1$$ Therefore, $$tr(A) - tr(B) = 2$$

Question 19

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Single correct

The sum of all the 4-digit distinct numbers that can be formed with the digits 1, 2, 2 and 3 is:

  1. 26664
  2. 122664
  3. 122234
  4. 22264

Answer: (a)

Solution

Digits are 1, 2, 2, 3. Total distinct numbers $\frac{4!}{2!} = 12$. Total numbers when 1 at unit place is 3. 2 at unit place is 6, 3 at unit place is 3. So, sum $= (3 + 12 + 9) \left(10^3 + 10^2 + 10 + 1\right)$ $$= (1111) \times 24$$ $$= 26664$$

Question 20

Maths · Sequences and Series · Single correct

The value of $3+\cfrac{1}{4+\cfrac{1}{3+\cfrac{1}{4+\cfrac{1}{3+\cdots\infty}}}}$ is equal to

  1. $1.5 + \sqrt{3}$
  2. $2 + \sqrt{3}$
  3. $3 + 2\sqrt{3}$
  4. $4 + \sqrt{3}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Let $x = 3 + \cfrac{1}{4 + \cfrac{1}{3 + \cfrac{1}{4 + \cfrac{1}{3 + \cdots}}}}$. So, $x = 3 + \cfrac{1}{4 + \cfrac{1}{x}} = 3 + \cfrac{1}{\cfrac{4x + 1}{x}}$. Therefore, $(x - 3) = \cfrac{x}{4x + 1}$. This implies $(4x + 1)(x - 3) = x$. Expanding gives $4x^2 - 12x + x - 3 = x$. Simplifying, $4x^2 - 12x - 3 = 0$. Solving for $x$, we have $$x = \cfrac{12 \pm \sqrt{(12)^2 + 12 \times 4}}{2 \times 4} = \cfrac{12 \pm \sqrt{12 \times 16}}{8}$$ $$= \cfrac{12 \pm 4 \times 2 \sqrt{3}}{8} = \cfrac{3 \pm 2 \sqrt{3}}{2}$$ $$x = \cfrac{3}{2} \pm \sqrt{3} = 1.5 \pm \sqrt{3}$$ But only the positive value is accepted. So, $x = 1.5 + \sqrt{3}$.

Question 21

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Numerical

The number of times the digit 3 will be written when listing the integers from 1 to 1000 is

Answer: 300

Solution

3 - $\_$ = 10 $\times$ 10 = 100 - 3 $\_$ = 10 $\times$ 10 = 100 - - 3 = 10 $\times$ 10 = $\frac{100}{300}$

Question 22

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Numerical

Let the plane $ax + by + cz + d = 0$ bisect the line joining the points $(4, -3, 1)$ and $(2, 3, -5)$ at the right angles. If $a, b, c, d$ are integers, then the minimum value of $(a^2 + b^2 + c^2 + d^2)$ is

Answer: 28

Solution

Plane is $1(x - 3) - 3(y - 0) + 3(z + 2) = 0$ $$x - 3y + 3z + 3 = 0$$ $$(a^2 + b^2 + c^2 + d^2)_{\min} = 28$$

Question 23

Maths · Integrals · Numerical

Let $f(x)$ and $g(x)$ be two functions satisfying $f(x^2) + g(4-x) = 4x^3$ and $g(4-x) + g(x) = 0$, then the value of $$\int_{-4}^{4} f(x)^2 \, dx$$ is

Answer: 512

Solution

Given that the function is even, we have: $$I = 2 \int_0^4 f(x^2) \, dx \{ Even function \}$$ This simplifies to: $$= 2 \int_0^4 (4x^3 - g(4-x)) \, dx$$ Evaluating the integral, we get: $$= 2 \left( \frac{4x^4}{4} \bigg|_0^4 - \int_0^4 g(4-x) \, dx \right)$$ Simplifying further: $$= 2(256 - 0) = 512$$

Question 24

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Numerical

The missing value in the following figure is Use the logic which gives answer in single digit

Answer: 4

Solution

Given $$x = (2 - 1)^{1!} = 1$$ $$w = (12 - 8)^{4!} = 4^{24}$$ $$z = (7 - 4)^{3!} = 3^{6}$$ hence $$y = (5 - 3)^{2!} = 2^{2}$$

Question 25

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Numerical

Let $z_1, z_2$ be the roots of the equation $z^2 + az + 12 = 0$ and $z_1, z_2$ form an equilateral triangle with origin. Then, the value of $|a|$ is

Answer: 6

Solution

If 0, $z$, $z_2$ are vertices of equilateral triangles $$a^2 + z_1^2 + z_2^2 = 0 \ (z_1 + z_2) + z_1 z_2$$ $$\Rightarrow (z_1 + z_2)^2 = 3z_1z_2$$ $$\Rightarrow a^2 = 3 \times 12$$ $$\Rightarrow |a| = 6$$

Question 26

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Numerical

The equation of the planes parallel to the plane $x - 2y + 2z - 3 = 0$ which are at unit distance from the point $(1,2,3)$ is $ax + by + cz + d = 0$. If $(b - d) = K(c - a)$, then the positive value of $K$ is

Answer: 4

Solution

Let plane is $x - 2y + 2z + \lambda = 0$. Distance from $(1, 2, 3) = 1$. $$\frac{|\lambda + 3|}{5} = 1 \Rightarrow \lambda = 0, -6$$ $$\Rightarrow a = 1, b = -2, c = 2, d = -6 or 0$$ $$b - d = 4 or -2, c - a = 1$$ $$\Rightarrow k = 4 or -2$$

Question 27

Maths · Statistics · Numerical

The mean age of 25 teachers in a school is 40 years. A teacher retires at the age of 60 years and a new teacher is appointed in his place. If the mean age of the teachers in this school now is 39 years, then the age (in years) of the newly appointed teacher is ___.

Answer: 35

Solution

Given $\($ $\frac{\sum x_i}{25}$ = 40 $\)$ and $\($ $\frac{\sum x_i - 60 + N}{25}$ = 39 $\)$. Let age of newly appointed teacher is $\($ N $\)$. \[ 1000 - 60 + N = 975 \] \[ N = 35 years \]

Question 28

Maths · Integrals · Numerical

If $f(x) = \int \frac{5x^8 + 7x^6}{(x^2 + 1 + 2x^7)^2} \, dx$, $(x \geq 0)$, $f(0) = 0$ and $f(1) = \frac{1}{K}$, then the value of $K$ is

Answer: 4

Solution

Given $$f(x) = \int \frac{(5x^8 + 7x^6) dx}{x^{14} (-5 + x^7 + x^2)^2}$$ Let $$x^{-5} + x^7 + 2 = t$$ Then $$(-5x^{-6} - 7x^{-8}) dx = dt$$ Thus, $$f(x) = \int -\frac{dt}{t^2} = \frac{1}{t} + c$$ Therefore, $$f(x) = -\frac{x^7}{x^2 + 1 + 2x^7}$$ Finally, $$f(1) = \frac{1}{4}$$

Question 29

Maths · Conic Sections · Numerical

A square ABCD has all its vertices on the curve $x^2 y^2 = 1$. The midpoints of its sides also lie on the same curve. Then, the square of area of ABCD is

Answer: 80

Solution

Given $xy = 1, -1$. $$\frac{t_1 + t_2}{2} \cdot \frac{1}{t_1} \cdot \frac{1}{t_2} = 1$$ This implies $$t_1^2 - t_2^2 = 4t_1t_2$$ $$\frac{1}{t_2^1} \times \left( -\frac{1}{t_2^2} \right) = -1 \Rightarrow t_1t_2 = 1$$ This implies $$(t_1t_2)^2 = 1 \Rightarrow t_1t_2 = 1$$ $$t_1^2 - t_2^2 = 4$$ This implies $$t_1^2 + t_2^2 = \sqrt{4^2 + 4} = 2\sqrt{5}$$ This implies $$t_1^2 = 2 + \sqrt{5} \Rightarrow \frac{1}{t_1^2} = \sqrt{5} - 2$$ $$\mathrm{AB}^2 = (t_1 - t_2)^2 + \left( \frac{1}{t_1} + \frac{1}{t_2} \right)^2$$ $$= 2 \left( t_1^2 + \frac{1}{t_1^2} \right) = 4\sqrt{5} \Rightarrow Area^2 = 80$$

Question 30

Maths · Trigonometric Functions · Numerical

The number of solutions of the equation $|\cot x| = \cot x + \frac{1}{\sin x}$ in the interval $[0, 2\pi]$ is

Answer: 1

Solution

If $\cot x > 0$ then $\frac{1}{\sin x} = 0$ (Not possible). If $\cot x < 0$ then $2 \cot x + \frac{1}{\sin x} = 0$. $$\Rightarrow 2 \cos x = -1$$ $$\Rightarrow x = \frac{2\pi}{3} or \frac{4\pi}{3} (reject)$$

Physics

Question 31

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

An oil drop of radius 2 mm with a density 3 g $cm^{-3}$ is held stationary under a constant electric field 3.55 $\times$ $10^{5}$ $\mathrm{V}$ $\mathrm{m}^{-1}$ in the Millikan's oil drop experiment. What is the number of excess electrons that the oil drop will possess? (consider g = 9.81 $\mathrm{m/s}^{2}$)

  1. 48.8 $\times$ 10^{11}
  2. 1.73 $\times$ 10^{10}
  3. 17.3 $\times$ 10^{10}
  4. 1.73 $\times$ 10^{12}

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $qE = Mg$. We have $n e E = \rho \left( \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3 \right) \times g$. Substituting the values: $$n \times 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \times 3.55 \times 10^5$$ $$= 3 \times 10^3 \times \frac{4}{3} \times \pi \times \left( 2 \times 10^{-3} \right)^3 \times 9.81$$ Simplifying: $$n = 173 \times 10^{(3-9-5+19)}$$ Finally, we get: $$n = 1.73 \times 10^{10}$$

Question 32

Physics · Electromagnetic Waves · Single correct

Match List-I with List-II. List-I $\text{(a)}$ 10 km height over earth's surface $\text{(b)}$ 70 km height over earth's surface $\text{(c)}$ 180 km height over earth's surface $\text{(d)}$ 270 km height over earth's surface List-II (i) Thermosphere (ii) Mesosphere (iii) Stratosphere (iv) Troposphere

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Order of atmosphere stratification from bottom Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere $\text{(a)}$ $\rightarrow$ (iv) $\text{(b)}$ $\rightarrow$ (iii) $\text{(c)}$ $\rightarrow$ (ii) $\text{(d)}$ $\rightarrow$ (i)

Question 33

Physics · Atoms · Single correct

Imagine that the electron in a hydrogen atom is replaced by a muon ( $\mu$ ). The mass of muon particle is 207 times that of an electron and charge is equal to the charge of an electron. The ionization potential of this hydrogen atom will be :-

  1. 13.6$\mathrm{eV}$
  2. 2815.2$\mathrm{eV}$
  3. 331.2$\mathrm{eV}$
  4. 27.2$\mathrm{eV}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $E \propto \frac{1}{r}$ and $r \propto \frac{1}{m}$. Therefore, $E \propto m$. The ionization potential is given by $$Ionization potential = 13.6 \times \left(\frac{Mass_{\mu}}{Mass_{e}}\right) eV$$ $$= 13.6 \times 207 eV = 2815.2 eV$$

Question 34

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

A plane electromagnetic wave of frequency 100 MHz is travelling in vacuum along the $x-$ direction. At a particular point in space and time, $\vec{B} = 2.0 \times 10^{-8} \hat{k} \, \mathrm{T}$. (where $\hat{k}$ is unit vector along $z$-direction) What is $\vec{E}$ at this point?

  1. 0.6 $\hat{j}$ V/m
  2. 6.0 $\hat{k}$ V/m
  3. 6.0 $\hat{j}$ V/m
  4. 0.6 $\hat{k}$ V/m

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $E = BC = 6$. The direction of the wave is parallel to $\left( \vec{E} \times \vec{B} \right)$. We have $\hat{i} = \hat{j} \times \hat{k}$. Therefore, $\vec{E} = 6 \hat{j} \, \mathrm{V/m}$.

Question 35

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Single correct

A thin circular ring of mass M and radius r is rotating about its axis with an angular speed $\omega$. Two particles having mass m each are now attached at diametrically opposite points. The angular speed of the ring will become:

  1. $\omega \frac{M}{M+m}$
  2. $\omega \frac{M+2m}{M}$
  3. $\omega \frac{M}{M+2m}$
  4. $\omega \frac{M-2m}{M+2m}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Using conservation of angular momentum $$\left( M r^2 \right) \omega = \left( M r^2 + 2 m r^2 \right) \omega'$$ $$\omega' = \frac{M \omega}{M + 2m}$$

Question 36

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Single correct

Four identical long solenoids A, B, C and D are connected to each other as shown in the figure. If the magnetic field at the center of A is $3 \, \mathrm{T}$ the field at the center of C would be: (Assume that the magnetic field is confined with in the volume of respective solenoid).

  1. 12 T
  2. 6 T
  3. 9 T
  4. 1 T

Answer: (d)

Solution

The magnetic flux $\phi$ is proportional to the current $i$. Therefore, the magnetic field $\mathbf{B}$ is also proportional to $i$. Thus, the field at the center of C is $\frac{3}{3} = 1 \, \mathrm{T}$.

Question 37

Physics · Mathematics in Physics · Single correct

The time period of a simple pendulum is given by $T = 2\pi \sqrt{\frac{\ell}{g}}$. The measured value of the length of pendulum is 10 cm known to a 1 mm accuracy. The time for 200 oscillations of the pendulum is found to be 100 second using a clock of 1 s resolution. The percentage accuracy in the determination of 'g' using this pendulum is 'x'. The value of 'x' to the nearest integer is:-

  1. 2$\%$
  2. 3$\%$
  3. 5$\%$
  4. 4$\%$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$g = \frac{4\pi^2 \ell}{T^2}$$ The relative error is given by $$\frac{\Delta g}{g} = \frac{\Delta \ell}{\ell} + 2 \frac{\Delta T}{T} = \frac{0.1}{10} + 2 \left( \frac{1}{200} \times 0.5 \right)$$ Simplifying, we have $$\frac{\Delta g}{g} = \frac{1}{100} + \frac{1}{50}$$ Thus, $$\frac{\Delta g}{g} \times 100 = 3\%$$

Question 38

Physics · Work, Energy and Power · Single correct

A constant power delivering machine has towed a box, which was initially at rest, along a horizontal straight line. The distance moved by the box in time ' $t$ ' is proportional to :-

  1. $t^{2/3}$
  2. $t^{3/2}$
  3. $t$
  4. $t^{1/2}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $P = C$. Then $FV = C$. Therefore, $M \frac{dV}{dt} V = C$. Since $\frac{v^2}{2} \propto t$, we have $V \propto t^{1/2}$. Thus, $\frac{dx}{dt} \propto t^{1/2}$, leading to $x \propto t^{3/2}$.

Question 39

Physics · Kinetic Theory · Single correct

What will be the average value of energy along one degree of freedom for an ideal gas in thermal equilibrium at a temperature $T$ ($k_B$ is Boltzmann constant)

  1. $\frac{1}{2} k_B T$
  2. $\frac{2}{3} k_B T$
  3. $\frac{3}{2} k_B T$
  4. $k_B T$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Energy associated with each degree of freedom per molecule is $\frac{1}{2} k_B T$.

Question 40

Physics · Nuclei · Single correct

A radioactive sample disintegrates via two independent decay processes having half lives $T_{1/2}^{(1)}$ and $T_{1/2}^{(2)}$ respectively. The effective half-life $T_{1/2}$ of the nuclei is:

  1. None of the above
  2. $T_{1/2} = T_{1/2}^{(1)} + T_{1/2}^{(2)}$
  3. $T_{1/2} = \frac{T_{1/2}^{(1)} T_{1/2}^{(2)}}{T_{1/2}^{(1)} + T_{1/2}^{(2)}}$
  4. $T_{1/2} = \frac{T_{1/2}^{(t)}}{T_{1/2}^{(1)} - T_{1/2}^{(2)}}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $\lambda_{eq} = \lambda_1 + \lambda_2$. $$\frac{1}{T_{1/2}} = \frac{1}{T_{1/2}^{(1)}} + \frac{1}{T_{1/2}^{(2)}}$$ Therefore, $$T_{1/2} = \frac{T_{1/2}^{(1)} T_{1/2}^{(2)}}{T_{1/2}^{(1)} + T_{1/2}^{(2)}}$$

Question 41

Physics · Thermodynamics · Single correct

The P-V diagram of a diatomic ideal gas system going under cyclic process as shown in figure. The work done during an adiabatic process CD is (use $\gamma = 1.4$):

  1. $-500 \, \mathrm{J}$
  2. $-400 \, \mathrm{J}$
  3. $400 \, \mathrm{J}$
  4. $200 \, \mathrm{J}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Question 42

Physics · Wave Optics · Single correct

In Young's double slit arrangement, slits are separated by a gap of 0.5 mm, and the screen is placed at a distance of 0.5 m from them. The distance between the first and the third bright fringe formed when the slits are illuminated by a monochromatic light of 5890 $\AA$ is :-

  1. $1178 \times 10^{-9} \, \mathrm{m}$
  2. $1178 \times 10^{-6} \, \mathrm{m}$
  3. $1178 \times 10^{-12} \, \mathrm{m}$
  4. $5890 \times 10^{-7} \, \mathrm{m}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\($ $\beta$ = $\frac{\lambda D}{d}$ = $\frac{5890 \times 10^{-10} \times 0.5}{0.5 \times 10^{-3}}$ $\)$ $\[$ = 589 $\times$ 10^{-6} $\,$ m $\]$ Distance between first and third bright fringe is $\($ 2$\beta$ = 2 $\times$ 589 $\times$ 10^{-6} $\,$ m $\)$ $\[$ = 1178 $\times$ 10^{-6} $\,$ m $\]$ Ans.(b)

Question 43

Physics · Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter · Single correct

A particle is travelling 4 times as fast as an electron. Assuming the ratio of de-Broglie wavelength of a particle to that of electron is 2 : 1, the mass of the particle is :-

  1. $\frac{1}{16}$ times the mass of $e^-$
  2. 8 times the mass of $e^-$
  3. 16 times the mass of $e^-$
  4. $\frac{1}{8}$ times the mass of $e^-$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\lambda = \frac{h}{p}$. $$\frac{\lambda_p}{\lambda_e} = \frac{p_e}{p_p} = \frac{m_e v_e}{m_p v_p}$$ $$2 = \frac{m_e}{m_p} \left( \frac{v_e}{4v_e} \right)$$ Therefore, $m_p = \frac{m_e}{8}$.

Question 44

Physics · Motion in a Straight Line · Single correct

The position, velocity and acceleration of a particle moving with a constant acceleration can be represented by:

Answer: (b)

Solution

Option (b) represents the correct graph for a particle moving with constant acceleration, as for constant acceleration velocity time graph is a straight line with positive slope and $x - t$ graph should be an opening upward parabola.

Question 45

Physics · Current Electricity · Single correct

In the experiment of Ohm's law, a potential difference of 5.0 $\mathrm{V}$ is applied across the end of a conductor of length 10.0 $\mathrm{cm}$ and diameter of 5.00 $\mathrm{mm}$. The measured current in the conductor is 2.00 $\mathrm{A}$. The maximum permissible percentage error in the resistivity of the conductor is :-

  1. 3.9
  2. 8.4
  3. 7.5
  4. 3

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $R = \frac{\rho \ell}{A} = \frac{V}{I}$. The resistivity $\rho$ is given by $\rho = \frac{AV}{I \ell} = \frac{\pi d^2 V}{4 I \ell}$ where $A = \frac{\pi d^2}{4}$. Therefore, $$\frac{\Delta \rho}{\rho} = \frac{2 \Delta d}{d} + \frac{\Delta V}{V} + \frac{\Delta I}{I} + \frac{\Delta \ell}{\ell}$$ Substituting the given values, $$\frac{\Delta \rho}{\rho} = 2 \left( \frac{0.01}{5.00} \right) + \frac{0.1}{5.0} + \frac{0.01}{2.00} + \frac{0.1}{10.0}$$ $$\frac{\Delta \rho}{\rho} = 0.004 + 0.02 + 0.005 + 0.01$$ $$\frac{\Delta \rho}{\rho} = 0.039$$ The percentage error is given by $$\% error = \frac{\Delta \rho}{\rho} \times 100 = 0.039 \times 100 = 3.90\%$$

Question 46

Physics · Alternating Current · Single correct

In a series LCR resonance circuit, if we change the resistance only, from a lower to higher value:

  1. The bandwidth of resonance circuit will increase.
  2. The resonance frequency will increase.
  3. The quality factor will increase.
  4. The quality factor and the resonance frequency will remain constant.

Answer: (a)

Solution

Bandwidth $= \frac{R}{L}$ Bandwidth $\propto R$ So bandwidth will increase

Question 47

Physics · Alternating Current · Single correct

An AC source rated 220 V, 50 Hz is connected to a resistor. The time taken by the current to change from its maximum to the rms value is:

  1. 2.5 ms
  2. 25 ms
  3. 2.5 s
  4. 0.25 ms

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $i = i_0 \cos(\omega t)$. $i = i_0$ at $t = 0$. $i = \frac{i_0}{\sqrt{2}}$ at $\omega t = \frac{\pi}{4}$. $t = \frac{\pi}{4\omega} = \frac{\pi}{4(2\pi f)} = \frac{1}{8f}$. $t = \frac{1}{400} = 2.5 \, \mathrm{ms}$.

Question 48

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Single correct

Your friend is having eye sight problem. She is not able to see clearly a distant uniform window mesh and it appears to her as nonuniform and distorted. The doctor diagnosed the problem as:

  1. Astigmatism
  2. Myopia with Astigmatism
  3. Presbyopia with Astigmatism
  4. Myopia and hypermetropia

Answer: (b)

Solution

If distant objects are blurry then problem is Myopia. If objects are distorted then problem is Astigmatism.

Question 49

Physics · Moving Charges and Magnetism · Single correct

A loop of flexible wire of irregular shape carrying current is placed in an external magnetic field. Identify the effect of the field on the wire.

  1. Loop assumes circular shape with its plane normal to the field.
  2. Loop assumes circular shape with its plane parallel to the field.
  3. Wire gets stretched to become straight.
  4. Shape of the loop remains unchanged.

Answer: (a)

Solution

Every part $(d \ell)$ of the wire is pulled by force $i(d\ell)B$ acting perpendicular to current and magnetic field giving it a shape of circle.

Question 50

Physics · Gravitation · Single correct

The time period of a satellite in a circular orbit of radius $R$ is $T$. The period of another satellite in a circular orbit of radius $9R$ is:

  1. 9 $T$
  2. 27 $T$
  3. 12 $T$
  4. 3 $T$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $T^2 \propto R^3$. $$\left( \frac{T'}{T} \right)^2 = \left( \frac{9R}{R} \right)^3$$ $$T'^2 = T^2 \times 9^3$$ $$T' = T \times 3^3$$ $$T' = 27T$$

Question 51

Physics · Oscillations · Numerical

A particle performs simple harmonic motion with a period of 2 second. The time taken by the particle to cover a displacement equal to half of its amplitude from the mean position is $\frac{1}{a}$ s. The value of 'a' to the nearest integer is ___

Answer: 6

Solution

Given \[ T = 2\,\text{s}. \] The time is \[ t = \frac{T}{12}. \] Therefore, \[ t = \frac{2}{12} = \frac{1}{6}\,\text{s}. \] Thus, the correct answer is \[ 6.00. \]

Question 52

Physics · Alternating Current · Numerical

The circuit shown in the figure consists of a charged capacitor of capacity $3 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$ and a charge of $30 \, \mu \mathrm{C}$. At time $t = 0$, when the key is closed, the value of current flowing through the $5 \, \mathrm{M}\Omega$ resistor is '$x' \, \mu$ - A. The value of 'x to the nearest integer is ___

Answer: 2

Solution

i_0 = $\frac{V}{R}$ = $\frac{30/3}{5 \times 10^6}$ = 2 $\times 10^{-6}$ $\therefore$ Ans. = 2.00

Question 53

Physics · Current Electricity · Numerical

The voltage across the $10\,\Omega$ resistor in the given circuit is $x$ volt.

Answer: 70

Solution

The equivalent resistance $R_{eq1}$ is calculated as follows: $$R_{eq1} = \frac{50 \times 20}{70} = \frac{100}{7}$$ The circuit is shown with resistances $10$ and $\frac{100}{7}$ in series with a voltage source of $170$. The equivalent resistance $R_{eq}$ is: $$R_{eq} = \frac{170}{7}$$ The voltage $v_1$ is calculated as: $$v_1 = \left[ \frac{170}{170/7} \right] \times 10 = 70\, V$$ Therefore, the answer is $70.00$.

Question 54

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Solids · Numerical

Two separate wires A and B are stretched by 2 $\mathrm{\ mm}$ and 4 $\mathrm{\ mm}$ respectively, when they are subjected to a force of 2 $\mathrm{\ N}$. Assume that both the wires are made up of same material and the radius of wire B is 4 times that of the radius of wire A. The length of the wires A and B are in the ratio of a : b. Then a/b can be expressed as 1/x where x is ___

Answer: 32

Solution

For A, $\frac{E}{\pi r^2} = \frac{y}{a} \frac{2 \, \mathrm{mm}}{a}$ ...(1) For B, $\frac{E}{\pi \cdot 16 r^2} = \frac{y}{b} \frac{4 \, \mathrm{mm}}{b}$ ...(2) Therefore, (1)/(2) $$16 = \frac{2b}{4a}$$ $$\frac{a}{b} = \frac{1}{32}$$ Therefore, Answer = 32

Question 55

Physics · Motion in a Plane · Numerical

A person is swimming with a speed of $10 \, \mathrm{m/s}$ at an angle of $120^\circ$ with the flow and reaches to a point directly opposite on the other side of the river. The speed of the flow is $x \, \mathrm{m/s}$. The value of 'x' to the nearest integer is ___

Answer: 5

Solution

Given the velocity vector with a magnitude of $10 \, \mathrm{m/s}$ at an angle of $30^\circ$, we need to find the horizontal component $x$. Using the sine function, we have: $$10 \sin 30^\circ = x$$ Calculating the value, we find: $$x = 5 \, \mathrm{m/s}$$

Question 56

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Numerical

A parallel plate capacitor has plate area 100 m$^2$ and plate separation of 10 m. The space between the plates is filled up to a thickness 5 m with a material of dielectric constant of 10. The resultant capacitance of the system is 'x' pF. The value of $\varepsilon_0 = 8.85 \times 10^{-12} \, \mathrm{F} \cdot \mathrm{m}^{-1}$ The value of 'x' to the nearest integer is ___

Answer: 161

Solution

Given $A = 100 \, \mathrm{m}^2$. Using $C = \frac{k \varepsilon_0 A}{d}$. $C_1 = \frac{10 \varepsilon_0 (100)}{5}$ $= 200 \varepsilon_0$ $C_2 = \frac{\varepsilon_0 (100)}{5} = 20 \varepsilon_0$ $C_1$ and $C_2$ are in series so $C_{eqv.} = \frac{C_1 C_2}{C_1 + C_2}$. $= \frac{4000 \varepsilon_0}{220}$ $= 160.9 \times 10^{-12} \simeq 161 \, \mathrm{pF}$

Question 57

Physics · Work, Energy and Power · Numerical

A ball of mass 10 kg moving with a velocity 10$\sqrt{3}$ $\mathrm{m/s}$ along the x-axis, hits another ball of mass 20 $\mathrm{kg}$ which is at rest. After the collision, first ball comes to rest while the second ball disintegrates into two equal pieces. One piece starts moving along y-axis with a speed of 10 $\mathrm{m/s}$. The second piece starts moving at an angle of 30^$\circ$ with respect to the x-axis. The velocity of the ball moving at 30^$\circ$ with x-axis is $x \, \mathrm{m/s}$. The configuration of pieces after collision is shown in the figure below. The value of $x$ to the nearest integer is ___

Answer: 20

Solution

Let velocity of 2nd fragment is $\vec{v}$ then by conservation of linear momentum $$10(10\sqrt{3}) \hat{i} = (10)(10 \hat{j}) + 10 \vec{v}$$ $$\Rightarrow \vec{v} = 10\sqrt{3} \hat{i} - 10 \hat{j}$$ $$|\vec{v}| = \sqrt{300 + 100} = \sqrt{400} = 20 \, \mathrm{m/s}$$

Question 58

Physics · Work, Energy and Power · Numerical

As shown in the figure, a particle of mass 10 kg is placed at a point A. When the particle is slightly displaced to its right, it starts moving and reaches the point B. The speed of the particle at B is $x \, \mathrm{m/s}$. (Take $g = 10 \, \mathrm{m/s^2}$) The value of 'x' to the nearest integer is ___

Answer: 10

Solution

Using work energy theorem, $$W_g = \Delta K.E$$ $$(10)(g)(5) = \frac{1}{2}(10)v^2 - 0$$ $v = 10 \, \mathrm{m/s}$

Question 59

Physics · Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits · Numerical

An npn transistor operates as a common emitter amplifier with a power gain of $10^6$. The input circuit resistance is $100\,\Omega$ and the output load resistance is $10\,\mathrm{K}\Omega$. The common emitter current gain '$\beta$' will be ___ (Round off to the Nearest Integer)

Answer: 100

Solution

Given $10^6 = \beta^2 \times \frac{R_0}{R_i}$. Substituting $R_0 = 10^4$ and $R_i = 10^2$, we have: $$10^6 = \beta^2 \times \frac{10^4}{10^2}$$ Simplifying gives: $$\beta^2 = 10^4 \Rightarrow \beta = 100$$

Question 60

Physics · Laws of Motion · Numerical

A bullet of mass $0.1 \, \mathrm{kg}$ is fired on a wooden block to pierce through it, but it stops after moving a distance of $50 \, \mathrm{cm}$ into it. If the velocity of bullet before hitting the wood is $10 \, \mathrm{m/s}$ and it slows down with uniform deceleration, then the magnitude of effective retarding force on the bullet is 'x' N. The value of 'x' to the nearest integer is ___

Answer: 10

Solution

Given $v^2 = u^2 + 2as$. $$0 = (10)^2 + 2(-a) \left( \frac{1}{2} \right)$$ Solving for $a$, we get $a = 100 \, \mathrm{m/s^2}$. Then, $F = ma = (0.1)(100) = 10 \, \mathrm{N}$.

Chemistry

Question 61

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

Considering the above reaction, $X$ and $Y$ respectively are

Answer: (b)

Solution

Question 62

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

The ionic radius of $\mathrm{Na^+}$ ions is $1.02\,\mathrm{\AA}$. The ionic radii (in $\mathrm{\AA}$) of $\mathrm{Mg^{2+}}$ and $\mathrm{Al^{3+}}$, respectively, are

  1. 1.05 and 0.99
  2. 0.72 and 0.54
  3. 0.85 and 0.99
  4. 0.68 and 0.72

Answer: (b)

Solution

The ionic radii order is $\mathrm{Na^+} > \mathrm{Mg^{2+}} > \mathrm{Al^{3+}}$

Question 63

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Reaction of Grignard reagent, $C_2H_5MgBr$ with $C_8H_8O$ followed by hydrolysis gives compound "A" which reacts instantly with Lucas reagent to give compound B, $C_{10}H_{13}Cl$. The Compound B is :

Answer: (c)

Solution

(3)

Question 64

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

Reagent, 1-naphthylamine and sulphanilic acid in acetic acid is used for the detection of

  1. $\mathrm{N_2O}$
  2. $\mathrm{NO_3^-}$
  3. $\mathrm{NO}$
  4. $\mathrm{NO_2^-}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

For detection of $\mathrm{NO_2^-}$, the following test is used. $$\mathrm{NO_2^- + CH_3COOH \rightarrow HNO_2 + CH_3COO^-}$$ $$\begin{array}{c} \mathrm{\begin{array}{c} NH_2CH_2COO^- \\ SO_3H \\ (Sulphanilic acid solution) \end{array}} + \mathrm{HNO_2 \rightarrow} \mathrm{\begin{array}{c} N=N-OC(O)CH_3 \\ SO_3H \end{array}} + 2\mathrm{H_2O} \end{array}$$ $$\begin{array}{c} \mathrm{\begin{array}{c} N=N-OC(O)CH_3 \\ SO_3H \\ Diazotized acid \end{array}} + \mathrm{\begin{array}{c} NH_2 \\ 1-naphthyl amine \end{array}} \rightarrow \mathrm{\begin{array}{c} HO_3S \\ N=N \\ NH_2 + CH_3COOH \end{array}} \end{array}$$ (Red azo dye)

Question 65

Chemistry · Chemistry in Everyday Life · Single correct

A non-reducing sugar "A" hydrolyses to give two reducing mono saccharides. Sugar A is-

  1. Fructose
  2. Galactose
  3. Glucose
  4. Sucrose

Answer: (d)

Solution

Sucrose (Non-reducing sugar) $\xrightarrow{\mathrm{H_2O}}$ Glucose (Reducing sugar) $+$ Fructose (Reducing sugar)

Question 66

Chemistry · Chemistry in Everyday Life · Single correct

Match the list -I with list - II \begin{tabular}{|l|l|} \hline \textbf{List-I} & \textbf{List-II} \\ (Class of Drug) & (Example) \\ \hline (a) Antacid & (i) Novestrol \\ \hline (b) Artificial sweetener & (ii) Cimetidine \\ \hline (c) Antifertility & (iii) Valium \\ \hline (d) Tranquilizers & (iv) Alitame \\ \hline \end{tabular}

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

(a) Antacid : Cimetidine (b) Artifical Sweetener: Alitame ($c$) Antifertility Novestrol (d) Tranquilizers Valium

Question 67

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

Consider the above chemical reaction and identify product "A"

Answer: (c)

Solution

The reaction starts with a nitrile group $\mathrm{C \equiv N}$ attached to a cyclohexane ring. Upon partial hydrolysis with $\mathrm{H_2O^+}$, the major product 'A' is formed, which is an amide $\mathrm{C - NH_2}$ attached to the cyclohexane ring. Further complete hydrolysis with $\mathrm{H_2O^+}$ and heat $\Delta$ leads to the formation of a carboxylic acid $\mathrm{C - OH}$ attached to the cyclohexane ring.

Question 68

Chemistry · Biomolecules · Single correct

$$ \begin{array}{ll} \text{List-I} & \text{List-II} \\ (a) \text{ Chlorophyll} & (i) \text{ Ruthenium} \\ (b) \text{ Vitamin-B}_{12} & (ii) \text{ Platinum} \\ (c) \text{ Anticancer drug} & (iii) \text{ Cobalt} \\ (d) \text{ Grubbs catalyst} & (iv) \text{ Magnesium} \end{array} $$ Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Chlorophyll is a coordination compound of magnesium. Vitamin B-12, cyanocobalamine is a coordination compound of cobalt. Cisplatin is used as an anti-cancer drug and is a coordination compound of platinum. Grubbs catalyst is a compound of Ruthenium.

Question 69

Chemistry · Organic Chemistry — Some Basic Principles & Techniques · Single correct

\begin{tabular}{|c|l|c|l|} \hline \text{List-I (Chemicals)} & & \text{List-II (Use / Preparation / Constituent)} & \\ \hline \text{(a) Alcoholic potassium hydroxide} & & \text{(i) Electrodes in batteries} & \\ \hline \text{(b) }\mathrm{Pd/BaSO_4} & & \text{(ii) Obtained by addition reaction} & \\ \hline \text{(c) BHC (Benzene hexachloride)} & & \text{(iii) Used for }\beta\text{-elimination reaction} & \\ \hline \text{(d) Polyacetylene} & & \text{(iv) Lindlar's catalyst} & \\ \hline \end{tabular}

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

(a) Alcoholic potassium hydroxide $\rightarrow$ used for $\beta$-elimination (b) $\mathrm{Pd/BaSO_4} \rightarrow$ Lindlar's catalyst (c) BHC (Benzene hexachloride) $\rightarrow$ Obtained by addition reactions (d) Polyacetylene $\rightarrow$ Electrodes in batteries

Question 70

Chemistry · Environmental Chemistry · Single correct

The statements that are TRUE: (A) Methane leads to both global warming and photochemical smog (B) Methane is generated from paddy fields (C) Methane is a stronger global warming gas than $\mathrm{CO}_2$ (D) Methane is a part of reducing smog Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Methane leads to both global warming and photochemical smog. Methane is generated in large amounts from paddy fields. $\mathrm{CO_2}$ can be absorbed by photosynthesis, or by formation of acid rain etc., while no such activities are there for methane. Hence methane is stronger global warming gas than $\mathrm{CH_4}$. Methane is not a part of reducing smog.

Question 71

Chemistry · Chemistry in Everyday Life · Single correct

Match List-I with List-II \begin{tabular}{|c|l|c|l|} \hline \multicolumn{2}{|c|}{\textbf{List-I}} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{\textbf{List-II}} \\ \hline (a) & $\mathrm{Ca(OCl)_2}$ & (i) & Antacid \\ \hline (b) & $\mathrm{CaSO_4 \cdot \dfrac{1}{2}H_2O}$ & (ii) & Cement \\ \hline (c) & $\mathrm{CaO}$ & (iii) & Bleach \\ \hline (d) & $\mathrm{CaCO_3}$ & (iv) & Plaster of paris \\ \hline \end{tabular} Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

  1. a − i, b − iv, c − iii, d − ii
  2. a-iii, b-ii, c − iv, d − i
  3. a-iii, b-iv, c − ii, d − i
  4. a-iii, b − ii, c − i, d − iv

Answer: (c)

Solution

$\mathrm{Ca(OCl)_2}$ is Bleach. $\mathrm{CaSO_4 \cdot \dfrac{1}{2}H_2O}$ is plaster of paris. $\mathrm{CaCO_3}$ is used as an antacid. $\mathrm{CaO}$ is major component of cement.

Question 72

Chemistry · Organic Chemistry — Some Basic Principles & Techniques · Single correct

Compound with molecular formula $\mathrm{C_3H_6O}$ can show:

  1. Positional isomerism
  2. Both positional isomerism and metamerism
  3. Metamerism
  4. Functional group isomerism

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\mathrm{C_3H_6O} \Rightarrow \mathrm{CH_3 - CH_2 - CH = O}$ and $\mathrm{CH_3 - C - CH_3}$ with $\mathrm{O}$. They are functional group isomerism.

Question 73

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Single correct

The correct structures of trans-$[\mathrm{NiBr_2(PPh_3)_2}]$ and meridional-$[\mathrm{Co(NH_3)_3(NO_2)_3}]$, respectively, are

Answer: (d)

Solution

The compound trans-$[\mathrm{NiBr_2(PPh_3)_2}]$ is shown with the structure in which the bromine atoms and triphenylphosphine ligands are opposite to each other. The compound meridional-$[\mathrm{Co(NH_3)_3(NO_2)_3}]$ is shown with the structure in which the nitrito and ammine ligands are arranged in a meridional fashion around the cobalt centre.

Question 74

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Single correct

A certain orbital has no angular nodes and two radial nodes. The orbital is:

  1. 2 s
  2. 3 s
  3. 3p
  4. 2p

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $l = 0 \Rightarrow$ 's' orbital. $$n - l - 1 = 2$$ $$n - 1 = 2$$ $$n = 3$$

Question 75

Chemistry · Amines · Single correct

Considering the above chemical reaction, identify the product ``X'':

Answer: (c)

Solution

The reaction involves the oxidation of the methyl group attached to the benzene ring using alkaline $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ in the presence of $\mathrm{H^+}$. The methyl group is converted to a carboxylic acid group, resulting in the formation of $\mathrm{CO_2H}$ at the position where $\mathrm{CH_3}$ was originally attached.

Question 76

Chemistry · The p-Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18) · 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|}{(process)} & \multicolumn{2}{c|}{(catalyst)} \\ \hline (a) & Dacron's process & (i) & ZSM-5 \\ \hline (b) & Contact process & (ii) & CuCl$_2$ \\ \hline (c) & Cracking of hydrocarbons & (iii) & Particles 'Ni' \\ \hline (d) & Hydrogenation of vegetable oils & (iv) & V$_2$O$_5$ \\ \hline \end{tabular} Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below -

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

Answer: (d)

Question 77

Chemistry · The s-Block Elements · Single correct

Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other labelled as reason R Assertion A : During the boiling of water having temporary hardness, $\mathrm{Mg(HCO_3)_2}$ is converted to $\mathrm{MgCO_3}$ Reason R : The solubility product of $\mathrm{Mg(OH)_2}$ is greater than that of $\mathrm{MgCO_3}$. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

  1. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
  2. A is true but R is false
  3. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
  4. A is false and R is also false

Answer: (d)

Solution

For temporary hardness, $\mathrm{Mg(HCO_3)_2} \xrightarrow{heating} \mathrm{Mg(OH)_2} \downarrow + 2\mathrm{CO_2} \uparrow$. Assertion is false. $\mathrm{MgCO_3}$ has high solubility product than $\mathrm{Mg(OH)_2}$. According to data of NCERT table 7.9 (Equilibrium chapter), the solubility product of magnesium carbonate is $3.5 \times 10^{-8}$ and solubility product of $\mathrm{Mg(OH)_2}$ is $1.8 \times 10^{-11}$. Hence Reason is incorrect.

Question 78

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

The number of ionisable hydrogens present in the product obtained from a reaction of phosphorus trichloride and phosphonic acid is:

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

Answer: (c)

Question 79

Chemistry · The Solid State · Single correct

In a binary compound, atoms of element A form a hcp structure and those of element M occupy 2/3 of the tetrahedral voids of the hcp structure. The formula of the binary compound is:

  1. M_2 A_3
  2. M_4 A_3
  3. M_4 A
  4. MA_3

Answer: (b)

Solution

Q4 (2) $\mathrm{M}_{12}$ $\times$ $\frac{2}{3}$ $\mathrm{A}_6$ $_$ $\mathrm{M}_8$ $\mathrm{A}_6$ $_$ $\mathrm{M}_4$ $\mathrm{A}_3$

Question 80

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

The chemical that is added to reduce the melting point of the reaction mixture during the extraction of aluminium is:

  1. Cryolite
  2. Bauxite
  3. Calamine
  4. Kaolite Official

Answer: (a)

Solution

To reduce the melting point of reaction mixture, cryolite is added.

Question 81

Chemistry · Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure · Numerical

AX is a covalent diatomic molecule where A and X are second row elements of periodic table. Based on Molecular orbital theory, the bond order of AX is 2.5. The total number of electrons in AX is____( Round off to the Nearest Integer).

Answer: 15

Solution

AX is a covalent diatomic molecule. The molecule is NO. Total number of electrons is 15.

Question 82

Chemistry · Equilibrium · Numerical

In order to prepare a buffer solution of pH 5.74 sodium acetate is added to acetic acid. If the concentration of acetic acid in the buffer is 1.0 M, the concentration of sodium acetate in the buffer is ___ M.(Round off to the Nearest Integer). [Given: $pK_a$ (acetic acid) = 4.74]

Answer: 10

Solution

Given the equation for pH: $$\mathrm{pH} = \mathrm{pK_a} + \log \frac{[\mathrm{CB}]}{[\mathrm{WA}]}$$ Substitute the given values: $$5.74 = 4.74 + \log \frac{[\mathrm{CB}]}{1}$$ Solving for $[\mathrm{CB}]$: $$\Rightarrow [\mathrm{CB}] = 10\, \mathrm{M}$$

Question 83

Chemistry · Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry · Numerical

2$\mathrm{NO}$(g) + $\mathrm{Cl}$_2(g) $\rightleftharpoons$ 2$\mathrm{NOCl}$(s) This reaction was studied at $-10^\circ \mathrm{C}$ and the following data was obtained \begin{tabular}{|l|l|l|l|} \hline run & $NO_0$ & $[\mathrm{Cl}_2]_0$ & $r_0$ \\ \hline 1 & 0.10 & 0.10 & 0.18 \\ \hline 2 & 0.10 & 0.20 & 0.35 \\ \hline 3 & 0.20 & 0.20 & 1.40 \\ \hline \end{tabular} $[\mathrm{NO}]_0$ and $[\mathrm{Cl}_2]_0$ are the initial concentrations and $r_0$ is the initial reaction rate. The overall order of the reaction is____. (Round off to the Nearest Integer).

Answer: 3

Solution

Given the rate equation $r = k[\mathrm{NO}]^m[\mathrm{Cl}_2]^n$. Substituting the given concentrations, we have: $$r = k(0.1)^m(0.1)^n$$ $$= k(0.1)^m(0.2)^n \cdots (1)$$ $$= k(0.2)^m(0.2)^n \cdots (3)$$ From the equations, we find $n = 1$ and $m = 2$. Therefore, $m + n = 3$.

Question 84

Chemistry · Equilibrium · Numerical

For the reaction $$\mathrm{C_2H_6 \rightarrow C_2H_4 + H_2}$$ the reaction enthalpy $\Delta_r H = \, \mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$ (Round off to the Nearest Integer). [Given : Bond enthalpies in $\mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$ : $\mathrm{C-C}$ : 347, $\mathrm{C=C}$ : 611; $\mathrm{C-H}$ : 414, $\mathrm{H-H}$ : 436]

Answer: 128

Solution

Given $\($ Q4 $\)$ (128) $\($ $\Delta$_r H = [$\epsilon$_{$\mathrm{C-C}$} + 2$\epsilon$_{$\mathrm{C-H}$}] - [$\epsilon$_{$\mathrm{C=C}$} + $\epsilon$_{$\mathrm{H-H}$}] $\)$ $\($ = [347 + 2 $\times$ 414] - [611 + 436] $\)$ $\($ = 128 $\)$

Question 85

Chemistry · Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry · Numerical

____ grams of 3-Hydroxy propanal (MW = 74) must be dehydrated to produce 7.8 g of acrolein (MW = 56) $(C_3H_4O)$ if the percentage yield is 64. (Round off to the Nearest Integer). [Given : Atomic masses: C: 12.0 u, H: 1.0 u, O : 16.0 u]

Answer: 16

Solution

The reaction is given as follows: $$\mathrm{(HO)H_2C-CH_2-CHO \xrightarrow{\Delta \, 64\%} C_3H_4O + H_2O}$$ The number of moles is calculated as: $$\frac{x}{74} \, mol$$ Using the given yield: $$\frac{x}{74} \times 0.64 = \frac{7.8}{56}$$ Solving for $x$ gives: $$x = 16.10$$ Rounding to two decimal places: $$\approx 16.00$$

Question 86

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Numerical

A reaction of $0.1$ mole of Benzylamine with bromomethane gave $23\,\mathrm{g}$ of Benzyl trimethyl ammonium bromide. The number of moles of bromomethane consumed in this reaction are $n \times 10^{-1}$, when $n = \ldots$ (Round off to the Nearest Integer). (Given: Atomic masses: C: $12.0\,\mathrm{u}$, H: $1.0\,\mathrm{u}$, N: $14.0\,\mathrm{u}$, Br: $80.0\,\mathrm{u}$)

Answer: 3

Solution

Question 87

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Numerical

The total number of unpaired electrons present in the complex $\mathrm{K}_3[\mathrm{Cr}(oxalate)_3]$ is ____.

Answer: 3

Solution

Chromium is in +3 oxidation state. Number of unpaired electrons in $\mathrm{Cr^{+3}}$ will be 3.

Question 88

Chemistry · Solutions · Numerical

2 molal solution of a weak acid HA has a freezing point of $3.885^\circ \mathrm{C}$. The degree of dissociation of this acid is ___ $\times 10^{-3}$. (Round off to the Nearest Integer). [Given : Molal depression constant of water = $1.85 \, \mathrm{K \, kg \, mol^{-1}}$ Freezing point of pure water = $0^\circ \mathrm{C}$]

Answer: 50

Solution

Given $\Delta T_f = (1 + \alpha) K_f m$. $\n$$\alpha = 0.05 = 50 \times 10^{-3}$

Question 89

Chemistry · Electrochemistry · Fill in the blank

For the reaction $2\mathrm{Fe}^{3+}\mathrm{(aq)}+2\mathrm{I}^{-}\mathrm{(aq)}\rightarrow2\mathrm{Fe}^{2+}\mathrm{(aq)}+\mathrm{I}_2\mathrm{(s)}$, the magnitude of the standard molar free energy change, $\Delta_rG^\circ_m=-\underline{\hspace{1cm}}\,\mathrm{kJ}$ (Round off to the Nearest Integer).

Answer: 45

Solution

The reaction sequence is given as: $$\mathrm{Fe^{3+} \xrightarrow{E_1^0} Fe^{2+} \xrightarrow{E_2^0} Fe}$$ The overall reaction is: $$E_1^0 + 2E_2^0 = 3E_3^0$$ Calculating the values: $$E_1^0 = 3E_3^0 - 2E_2^0$$ $$= 3(-0.036) - 2(-0.44)$$ $$= + 0.772 \, \mathrm{V}$$ The cell potential is: $$E_cell^0 = E_{\mathrm{Fe^{3+}/Fe^{2+}}}^0 + E_{\Gamma_{1/2}}^0 = 0.233$$ The change in Gibbs free energy is: $$\Delta_r G^0 = -2 \times 96.5 \times 0.233 = -45 \, \mathrm{kJ}$$

Question 90

Chemistry · Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry · Numerical

Complete combustion of 3 g of ethane gives $x \times 10^{22}$ molecules of water. The value of $x$ is ____ (Round off to the Nearest Integer). [Use : $N_A = 6.023 \times 10^{23}$; Atomic masses in $u : C : 12.0; O : 16.0; H : 1.0$]

Answer: 18

Solution

The reaction is given as: $$\mathrm{C_2H_6} \rightarrow 3\mathrm{H_2O}$$ For $0.1$ mol of $\mathrm{C_2H_6}$, the amount of $\mathrm{H_2O}$ produced is $0.3$ mol. This is calculated as: $$0.3 = 0.3 \times 6 \times 10^{23} = 18 \times 10^{22}$$ The number of molecules is calculated as: $$No. of molecules = 0.3 \times 6.023 \times 10^{23}$$ $$= 18.069 \times 10^{22}$$