JEE Main 23 January 2025 Shift 2 question paper with solutions

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Maths

Question 1

Maths · Binomial Theorem · Single correct

If in the expansion of $(1+x)^p(1-x)^q$, the coefficients of $x$ and $x^2$ are 1 and -2, respectively, then $p^2 + q^2$ is equal to:

  1. 18
  2. 13
  3. 8
  4. 20

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $(1+x)^p(1-x)^q = (\ ^pC_0 + \ ^pC_1x + \ ^pC_2x^2 + \ldots)(\ ^qC_0 - \ ^qC_1x + \ ^qC_2x^2 + \ldots)$. Coefficient of $x \equiv \ ^pC_0 \ ^qC_1 + \ ^pC_1 \ ^qC_0 = 1$. $p - q = 1$. Coefficient of $x^2 \equiv \ ^pC_0 \ ^qC_2 - \ ^pC_1 \ ^qC_1 + \ ^pC_2 \ ^qC_0 = -2$. $q(q-1) \over 2 - pq + p(p-1) \over 2 = -2$. $q^2 - q - 2pq + p^2 - p = -4$. $1 - (p+q) = -4$. $p+q = 5$. $p = 3$. $q = 2$. So $p^2 + q^2 = 13$.

Question 2

Maths · Sets · Single correct

Let \[ A=\{(x,y)\in\mathbb{R}\times\mathbb{R}:|x+y|\geq 3\} \] and \[ B=\{(x,y)\in\mathbb{R}\times\mathbb{R}:|x|+|y|\leq 3\}. \] If \[ C=\{(x,y)\in A\cap B:x=0\text{ or }y=0\}, \] then \[ \sum_{(x,y)\in C}|x+y| \] is:

  1. 15
  2. 24
  3. 18
  4. 12

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $$A = \{(x, y) \in \mathbb{R} \times \mathbb{R} : |x + y| \geq 3\}$$ and $$B = \{(x, y) \in \mathbb{R} \times \mathbb{R} : |x| + |y| \leq 3\}$$ $$C = \{(x, y) \in A \cap B : x = 0 or y = 0\}$$ $A \cap B$ will have only common points lying on the line $PQ$ and $RS$. Now, $$C = \{(-3, 0), (3, 0), (0, 3), (0, -3)\}$$ $$\sum_{(x,y) \in C} |x + y| = 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12$$

Question 3

Maths · Determinants · Single correct

The system of equations $$x + y + z = 6$$ $$x + 2y + 5z = 9,$$ $$x + 5y + \lambda z = \mu,$$ has no solution if

  1. $\lambda = 15, \mu \neq 17$
  2. $\lambda \neq 17, \mu \neq 18$
  3. $\lambda = 17, \mu \neq 18$
  4. $\lambda = 17, \mu = 18$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given the determinant equation: $$D = \begin{vmatrix} 1 & 1 & 1 \\ 1 & 2 & 5 \\ 1 & 5 & \lambda \end{vmatrix} = 0$$ Solving for $\lambda$, we find: $$\lambda = 17$$ For the determinant $D_z$: $$D_z = \begin{vmatrix} 1 & 1 & 6 \\ 1 & 2 & 9 \\ 1 & 5 & \mu \end{vmatrix} \neq 0$$ This implies: $$\mu \neq 18$$

Question 4

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

Let $\int x^3 \sin x\, dx = g(x) + C$, where $C$ is the constant of integration. If $8\left(g\left(\dfrac{\pi}{2}\right) + g'\left(\dfrac{\pi}{2}\right)\right) = \alpha\pi^3 + \beta\pi^2 + \gamma$, $\alpha, \beta, \gamma \in \mathbb{Z}$, then $\alpha + \beta - \gamma$ equals :

  1. 48
  2. 55
  3. 62
  4. 47

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $$\int x^3 \sin x \, dx = -x^3 \cos x + \int 3x^2 \cos x \, dx$$ $$= -x^3 \cos x + 3x^2 \sin x - \int 6x \sin x \, dx$$ $$= -x^3 \cos x + 3x^2 \sin x + 6x \cos x - 6 \sin x + c$$ So $$g(x) = -x^3 \cos x + 3x^2 \sin x + 6x \cos x - 6 \sin x$$ $$g\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right) = \frac{3\pi^2}{4} - 6$$ $$g'(x) = -3x^2 \cos x + x^3 \sin x + 6 \cos x - 6 \cos x$$ $$g'\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right) = \frac{\pi^3}{8}$$ $$8 \left( g\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right) + g'\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right) \right) = \pi^3 + 6\pi^2 - 48$$ So $$\alpha + \beta - \gamma = 55$$

Question 5

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

A rod of length eight units moves such that its ends $A$ and $B$ always lie on the lines $x - y + 2 = 0$ and $y + 2 = 0$, respectively. If the locus of the point $P$, that divides the rod $AB$ internally in the ratio $2 : 1$ is $9 \left( x^2 + \alpha y^2 + \beta xy + \gamma x + 28y \right) - 76 = 0$, then $\alpha - \beta - \gamma$ is equal to :

  1. 22
  2. 21
  3. 23
  4. 24

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $AB = 8$ and $AB^2 = 64$. $\Rightarrow (a-b)^2 + (b+4)^2 = 64 \ldots (1)$ Now $P$ divides $AB$ in the ratio $2:1$ internally. $\Rightarrow h = \frac{2a+b}{3}$ and $k = \frac{-4+b+2}{3}$ $\Rightarrow 2a + b = 3h \ldots (2)$ $k = \frac{b-2}{3}$ From equation (2) and (3) $\Rightarrow b = 3k + 2$ $\Rightarrow 2a = 3h - 3k - 2$ $\Rightarrow a = \frac{3h - 3k - 2}{2}$ Now by putting value of $a$ and $b$ in equation $\Rightarrow \left( \frac{3h - 3k - 2}{2} - (3k + 2) \right)^2 + (3k + 2 + 4)^2 = 64$ $\Rightarrow \left( \frac{3h - 3k - 2 - 6k - 4}{2} \right)^2 + (3k + 6)^2 = 64$ $\Rightarrow (3h - 9k - 6)^2 + 4(3k + 6)^2 = 4 \times 64$ $\Rightarrow 9(h - 3k - 2)^2 + 36(k + 2)^2 = 256$ $\Rightarrow 9(h^2 + 9k^2 + 4 - 6hk - 4h + 12k)$ $+ 36(k^2 + 4 + 4k) = 256$ $\Rightarrow 9(h^2 + 13k^2 + 20 - 6hk - 4h + 28k) = 256$ Replacing $h$ by $x$ and $k$ by $y$ $\Rightarrow 9(x^2 + 13y^2 - 6xy - 4x + 28y) + 180 - 256 = 0$ $\Rightarrow 9(x^2 + 13y^2 - 6xy - 4x + 28y) - 76 = 0$ By comparing $\alpha = 13, \beta = -6, \gamma = -4$ $\alpha - \beta - \gamma = 13 + 6 + 4 = 23$

Question 6

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

The distance of the line $\($ $\frac{x-2}{2}$ = $\frac{y-6}{3}$ = $\frac{z-3}{4}$ $\)$ from the point $\($(1, 4, 0)$\)$ along the line $\($ $\frac{x}{1}$ = $\frac{y-2}{2}$ = $\frac{z+3}{3}$ $\)$ is:

  1. $\($ $\sqrt{17}$ $\)$
  2. $\($ $\sqrt{15}$ $\)$
  3. $\($ $\sqrt{14}$ $\)$
  4. $\($ $\sqrt{13}$ $\)$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Line passing through $(1,4,0)$ and parallel to $\dfrac{x}{1}=\dfrac{y-2}{2}=\dfrac{z+3}{3}$ is $L:\dfrac{x-1}{1}=\dfrac{y-4}{2}=\dfrac{z}{3}$ Any point on $L$ : $(\lambda+1,\;2\lambda+4,\;3\lambda)$ Any point on $\dfrac{x-2}{2}=\dfrac{y-6}{3}=\dfrac{z-3}{4}$ is $(2\mu+2,\;3\mu+6,\;4\mu+3)$ $\lambda+1=2\mu+2$ $2\lambda+4=3\mu+6$ $3\lambda=4\mu+3$ $\Rightarrow\lambda=1,\;\mu=0$ Point: $(2,6,3)$ Distance $=\sqrt{(2-1)^2+(6-4)^2+(3-0)^2}$ $=\sqrt{1+4+9}=\sqrt{14}$

Question 7

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

Let the point A divide the line segment joining the points $P(-1, -1, 2)$ and $Q(5, 5, 10)$ internally in the ratio $r : 1 (r > 0)$. If $O$ is the origin and $\left( \overrightarrow{OQ} \cdot \overrightarrow{OA} \right) - \frac{1}{5} \left| \overrightarrow{OP} \times \overrightarrow{OA} \right|^2 = 10$, then the value of $r$ is:

  1. $\sqrt{7}$
  2. 14
  3. 3
  4. 7

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $$A = \left( \frac{5r - 1}{r + 1}, \frac{5r - 1}{r + 1}, \frac{10r + 2}{r + 1} \right)$$ $$\overrightarrow{(OQ \cdot OA)} - \frac{1}{5} \left| \overrightarrow{OP \times OA} \right|^2 = 10$$ $$\overrightarrow{OQ} = 5\hat{i} + 5\hat{j} + 10\hat{k}$$ $$\overrightarrow{OA} = \frac{5r - 1}{r + 1} \hat{i} + \frac{5r - 1}{r + 1} \hat{j} + \frac{10r + 2}{r + 1} \hat{k}$$ $$\overrightarrow{OP} = -\hat{i} - \hat{j} + 2\hat{k}$$ $$\overrightarrow{OP \times OA} = \frac{1}{r + 1} \begin{vmatrix} \hat{i} & \hat{j} & \hat{k} \\ -1 & -1 & 2 \\ 5r - 1 & 5r - 1 & 10r + 2 \end{vmatrix}$$ $$= \frac{1}{r + 1} \left( \hat{i}(20r) - \hat{j}(20r) \right)$$ $$= 5 \left( \frac{5r - 1}{r + 1} \right) + 5 \left( \frac{5r - 1}{r + 1} \right) + 10 \left( \frac{10r + 2}{r + 1} \right)$$ $$- \frac{1}{5} \left( \frac{2 \times 400r^2}{(r + 1)^2} \right) = 10$$ $$\frac{150r + 10}{r + 1} - \frac{1}{5} \left( \frac{2 \times 400r^2}{(r + 1)^2} \right) = 10$$ $$(150r + 10)(r + 1) - 160r^2 = 10(r + 1)^2$$ $$(15r + 1)(r + 1) - 16r^2 = (r + 1)^2$$ $$15r^2 + 16r + 1 - 16r^2 = r^2 + 2r + 1$$ $$-2r^2 + 14r = 0$$ $$r = 0, 7$$

Question 8

Maths · Applications of Integrals · Single correct

If the area of the region $\{(x, y) : -1 \leq x \leq 1, 0 \leq y \leq a + e^{|x|} - e^{-x}, a > 0 \}$ is $\frac{e^{2} + 8e + 1}{e}$, then the value of $a$ is :

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $y \in \left[0, a + e^{|x|} - e^{-x}\right]$. (i) If $x \geq 0 \Rightarrow y \in \left(0, a + e^x - \frac{1}{e^x}\right)$ If $x < 0 \Rightarrow y \in \left(0, a + e^{-x} - e^{-x}\right) \Rightarrow y \in (0, a)$. Area $= (a) + \int_0^1 \left(a + e^x - e^{-x}\right) \, dx = \frac{e^2 + 8e + 1}{e}$. $= a + \left(ax + e^x + e^{-x}\right)\bigg|_0^1 = e + 8 + \frac{1}{e}$. $= a + \left(a + e + \frac{1}{e} - 2\right) = e + \frac{1}{e} + 8$. $\Rightarrow 2a - 2 = 8 \Rightarrow a = 5$

Question 9

Maths · Applications of Derivatives · Single correct

A spherical chocolate ball has a layer of ice-cream of uniform thickness around it. When the thickness of the ice-cream layer is $1 \, \mathrm{cm}$, the ice-cream melts at the rate of $81 \, \mathrm{cm}^3/\mathrm{min}$ and the thickness of the ice-cream layer decreases at the rate of $\frac{1}{4\pi} \, \mathrm{cm/min}$. The surface area (in $\mathrm{cm}^2$) of the chocolate ball (without the ice-cream layer) is:

  1. $196\pi$
  2. $256\pi$
  3. $225\pi$
  4. $128\pi$

Answer: (b)

Solution

The volume is given by $v = \frac{4}{3} \pi r^3$. Differentiating with respect to time, we have $\frac{dv}{dt} = 4 \pi r^2 \frac{dr}{dt}$. Given $81 = 4 \pi r^2 \times \frac{1}{4 \pi}$, we find $r^2 = 81$, so $r = 9$. The surface area of the chocolate is $4 \pi (r - 1)^2 = 256 \pi$.

Question 10

Maths · Probability · Single correct

A board has 16 squares as shown in the figure: Out of these 16 squares, two squares are chosen at random. The probability that they have no side in common is:

  1. 7/10
  2. 4/5
  3. 23/30
  4. 3/5

Answer: (b)

Solution

Total = $\binom{16}{2}$ Required ways = Total - (adjacent square) = $\binom{16}{2}$ - [3 pair in vertical $\&$ horizontal for each row and column] = $\binom{16}{2}$ - [3 $\times$ 4 + 3 $\times$ 4] = 96 Probability = $\frac{96}{120}$ = $\frac{4}{5}$

Question 11

Maths · Differential Equations · Single correct

Let $x = x(y)$ be the solution of the differential equation $y = \left( x - y \frac{dx}{dy} \right) \sin \left( \frac{x}{y} \right), y > 0$ and $x(1) = \frac{\pi}{2}$. Then $\cos(x(2))$ is equal to:

  1. $1 - 2(\log_e 2)^2$
  2. $1 - 2 (\log_e 2)$
  3. $2 (\log_e 2) - 1$
  4. $2(\log_e 2)^2 - 1$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $y \, dy = (x \, dy - y \, dx) \sin \left( \frac{x}{y} \right)$. We have $$\frac{dy}{y} = \left( \frac{x \, dy - y \, dx}{y^2} \right) \sin \left( \frac{x}{y} \right)$$ which simplifies to $$\frac{dy}{y} = \sin \left( \frac{x}{y} \right) d \left( -\frac{x}{y} \right)$$ Integrating both sides, we get $$\ln y = \cos \frac{x}{y} + C$$ Given $x(1) = \frac{\pi}{2}$, we have $$0 = \cos \frac{\pi}{2} + C \Rightarrow C = 0$$ Thus, $$\ln y = \cos \frac{x}{y}$$ But $y = 2 \Rightarrow \cos \frac{x}{2} = \ln 2$. Therefore, $$\cos x = 2 \cos^2 \frac{x}{2} - 1$$ which simplifies to $$= 2(\ln 2)^2 - 1$$

Question 12

Maths · Relations and Functions · Single correct

Let the range of the function $f(x) = 6 + 16 \cos x \cdot \cos \left( \frac{\pi}{3} - x \right) \cdot \cos \left( \frac{\pi}{3} + x \right) \cdot \sin 3x \cdot \cos 6x, x \in \mathbb{R}$ be $[\alpha, \beta]$. Then the distance of the point $(\alpha, \beta)$ from the line $3x + 4y + 12 = 0$ is :

  1. 11
  2. 8
  3. 10
  4. 9

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $$f(x) = 6 + 16 \cos x \cdot \cos \left( \frac{\pi}{3} - x \right)$$ Using the identity: $$\cos \left( \frac{\pi}{3} + x \right) \cdot \sin 3x \cdot \cos 6x$$ We have: $$f(x) = 6 + 4 \cos 3x \cdot \sin 3x \cdot \cos 6x$$ Therefore, $$f(x) = 6 + \sin 12x$$ Thus, the range of $f(x)$ is $[5, 7]$. Hence, $[\alpha, \beta] = [5, 7]$. The distance of the point from $3x + 4y + 12 = 0$ is given by: $$= \left| \frac{3 \cdot 5 + 4 \cdot 7 + 12}{\sqrt{3^2 + 4^2}} \right|$$ This simplifies to: $$= 11 units$$

Question 13

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

Let the shortest distance from $(a, 0), a > 0$, to the parabola $y^2 = 4x$ be $4$. Then the equation of the circle passing through the point $(a, 0)$ and the focus of the parabola, and having its centre on the axis of the parabola is:

  1. $x^2 + y^2 - 10x + 9 = 0$
  2. $x^2 + y^2 - 6x + 5 = 0$
  3. $x^2 + y^2 - 4x + 3 = 0$
  4. $x^2 + y^2 - 8x + 7 = 0$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Normal at $P$ $y + tx = 2t + t^3$ $(a, 0)$ at $= 2t + t^3$ $a = 2 + t^2$ $R (2 + t^2, 0)$ $PR = 4 \Rightarrow 4 + 4t^2 = 16$ $4t^2 = 12 \Rightarrow t^2 = 3$ $a = 5 \Rightarrow R(5, 0)$ Focus $(1, 0)$ $(1, 0) \& (5, 0)$ will be the end pts. of diameter $\Rightarrow$ Eqn of circle is $(x - 1)(x - 5) + y^2 = 0$ $x^2 + y^2 - 6x + 5 = 0$

Question 14

Maths · Sets · Single correct

Let $X = \mathbb{R} \times \mathbb{R}$. Define a relation $R$ on $X$ as : $$(a_1, b_1) \, R \, (a_2, b_2) \iff b_1 = b_2$$ Statement I : $R$ is an equivalence relation. Statement II : For some $(a, b) \in X$, the set $S = \{(x, y) \in X : (x, y)R(a, b)\}$ represents a line parallel to $y = x$. In the light of the above statements, 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. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
  4. Statement I is false but Statement II is true

Answer: (b)

Solution

Reflexive: $(a_1, b) \, R \, (a_1, b_1) \Rightarrow b_1 = b_1$ True Symmetric: $(a_1, b_1) \, R \, (a_2, b_2) \Rightarrow b_1 = b_2$ $(a_2, b_2) \, R \, (a_1, b_1) \Rightarrow b_2 = b_1$ True Transitive: $(a_1, b_1) \, R \, (a_2, b_2) \Rightarrow b_1 = b_2$ $\&$ $(a_2, b_2) \, R \, (a_3, b_3) \Rightarrow b_2 = b_3$ $\Rightarrow (a_1, b_1) \, R \, (a_3, b_3) \Rightarrow True \} b_1 = b_3$ Hence Relation $R$ is an equivalence relation Statement-I is true. For statement-II $\Rightarrow y = b$ so False

Question 15

Maths · Conic Sections · Single correct

The length of the chord of the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{4} + \frac{y^2}{2} = 1$, whose mid-point is $\left(1, \frac{1}{2}\right)$, is:

  1. $\frac{5}{3}\sqrt{15}$
  2. $\frac{1}{3}\sqrt{15}$
  3. $\frac{2}{3}\sqrt{15}$
  4. $\sqrt{15}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $T = S_1$. $$\frac{x \cdot 1}{4} + \frac{y}{4} = \frac{1}{4} + \frac{1}{8}$$ This implies $2x + 2y = 3$. $$\frac{x^2}{4} + \left(\frac{3 - 2x}{2}\right)^2 = 1$$ This implies $$x = \frac{12 \pm \sqrt{120}}{12}$$ and $$y = \frac{1}{2} \mp \frac{\sqrt{120}}{12}$$ So the length of the chord is $$\frac{2\sqrt{15}}{3}$$

Question 16

Maths · Matrices · Single correct

Let $A = [a_{ij}]$ be $3 \times 3$ matrix such that $A \begin{bmatrix} 0 \\ 1 \\ 0 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 0 \\ 0 \\ 1 \end{bmatrix}, A \begin{bmatrix} 4 \\ 1 \\ 3 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 0 \\ 1 \\ 0 \end{bmatrix}$ and $A \begin{bmatrix} 2 \\ 3 \\ 2 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 1 \\ 0 \\ 0 \end{bmatrix}$, then $a_{23}$ equals:

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

Answer: (a)

Solution

Let $$A = \begin{bmatrix} a & b & c \\ d & e & f \\ g & h & i \end{bmatrix}$$ $$\begin{bmatrix} a & b & c \\ d & e & f \\ g & h & i \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} 0 \\ 1 \\ 0 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 0 \\ 0 \\ 1 \end{bmatrix}$$ Therefore, $b = 0$, $e = 0$, $h = 1$. And $$\begin{bmatrix} a & 0 & c \\ d & 0 & f \\ g & 1 & i \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} 4 \\ 1 \\ 3 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 0 \\ 1 \\ 0 \end{bmatrix}$$ $$\begin{aligned} 4a + 3c &= 0 \\ 4d + 3f &= 1 \\ 4g + 1 + 3i &= 0 \end{aligned} \cdots (1)$$ And $$\begin{bmatrix} a & 0 & c \\ d & 0 & f \\ g & 1 & i \end{bmatrix} \begin{bmatrix} 2 \\ 1 \\ 2 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 1 \\ 0 \\ 0 \end{bmatrix}$$ $$\begin{aligned} 2a + 2c &= 1 \\ 2d + 2f &= 0 \\ 2g + 1 + 2i &= 0 \end{aligned} \cdots (2)$$ From equation (1) and (2) we get $d = 1$, $f = -1$. Therefore, $a_{23} = -1$.

Question 17

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Single correct

The number of complex numbers $z$, satisfying $|z| = 1$ and $\left| \frac{z}{\bar{z}} + \frac{\bar{z}}{z} \right| = 1$, is :

  1. 4
  2. 8
  3. 10
  4. 6

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $|z| = 1$ and $\($ $\left$| $\frac{z}{\bar{z}}$ + $\frac{\bar{z}}{z}$ $\right$| = 1 $\)$. This implies $\($ |z^2 + ($\bar{z}$)^2| = 1 $\)$. Let $z = x + iy$. Then $\($ |(x + iy)^2 + (x - iy)^2| = 1 $\)$. This simplifies to $\($ |2x^2 - 2y^2| = 1 $\)$, which gives $\($ |x^2 - y^2| = $\frac{1}{2}$ $\)$. Therefore, $\($ x^2 - y^2 = $\pm$ $\frac{1}{2}$ $\)$. Also, $x^2 + y^2 = 1$. Case I: $x^2 - y^2 = \frac{1}{2}$ Case II: $x^2 - y^2 = -\frac{1}{2}$ Each case gives 4 points, hence we get 8 complex numbers.

Question 18

Maths · Three Dimensional Geometry · Single correct

If the square of the shortest distance between the lines $\frac{x-2}{1} = \frac{y-1}{2} = \frac{z+3}{-3}$ and $\frac{x+1}{2} = \frac{y+3}{4} = \frac{z+5}{-5}$ is $\frac{m}{n}$, where $m, n$ are coprime numbers, then $m + n$ is equal to:

  1. 21
  2. 9
  3. 14
  4. 6

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $\vec{a} = (2, 1, -3)$ and $\vec{b} = (-1, -3, -5)$. Calculate $\vec{p} \times \vec{q}$ as follows: $$\vec{p} \times \vec{q} = \begin{vmatrix} \hat{i} & \hat{j} & \hat{k} \\ 1 & 2 & -3 \\ 2 & 4 & -5 \end{vmatrix}$$ This results in: $$= 2\hat{i} - \hat{j}$$ Next, calculate $\vec{b} - \vec{a}$: $$\vec{b} - \vec{a} = -3\hat{i} - 4\hat{j} - 2\hat{k}$$ Now, find $S_d$: $$S_d = \frac{|(\vec{b} - \vec{a}) \cdot (\vec{p} \times \vec{q})|}{|\vec{p} \times \vec{q}|}$$ This simplifies to: $$= \frac{2}{\sqrt{5}}$$ Then, calculate $(S_d)^2$: $$(S_d)^2 = \frac{4}{5}$$ Given $m = 4$, $n = 5$, it follows that $m + n = 9$.

Question 19

Maths · Integrals · Single correct

If $I=\int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{2}}\frac{\sin^{\frac{3}{2}}x}{\sin^{\frac{3}{2}}x+\cos^{\frac{3}{2}}x}\,dx$, then $\int_{0}^{21}\frac{x\sin x\cos x}{\sin^4x+\cos^4x}\,dx$ equals:

  1. $\frac{\pi^2}{12}$
  2. $\frac{\pi^2}{4}$
  3. $\frac{\pi^2}{16}$
  4. $\frac{\pi^2}{8}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $$I = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} (\sin x)^3 \, dx = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sin^3 \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - x \right) \, dx$$ $$= \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \sin^3 \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - x \right) + \cos^3 \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - x \right)$$ Adding $$2I = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} (\sin x)^3 + (\cos x)^3 \, dx = \frac{\pi}{2}$$ Let $$I_0 = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} x \sin x \cos x \, dx = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - x \right) \sin x \cos x \, dx$$ $$= \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \frac{\sin^4 x + \cos^4 x}{(\sin x)^4 + (\cos x)^4} \, dx$$ Adding, $$2I_0 = \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}} \pi \sin x \cos x \, dx$$ $$= \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{4}} \tan x (\sec^2 x) \, dx$$ $$= \int_0^{\frac{\pi}{4}} \frac{\tan x (\sec^2 x)}{1 + \tan^4 x} \, dx$$ Put $\tan^2 x = t$ so $2 \tan x \sec^2 x \, dx = dt$. Thus, $$I_0 = \frac{\pi}{4} \int_0^{\infty} \frac{dt}{1 + t^2} = \frac{\pi}{4} \left( \tan^{-1} t \right) \bigg|_0^{\infty} = \frac{\pi}{8} \left( \frac{\pi}{2} - 0 \right)$$ Therefore, $$I_0 = \frac{\pi^2}{16}$$

Question 20

Maths · Limits and Derivatives · Single correct

$\displaystyle \lim_{x \to \infty} \frac{(2x^2-3x+5)(3x-1)^{\frac{x}{2}}} {(3x^2+5x+4)\sqrt{(3x+2)^x}}$ is equal to:

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given the limit $$\lim_{x \to \infty} \frac{(2x^2 - 3x + 5)(3x - 1)^{x/2}}{(3x^2 + 5x + 4)\sqrt{3x + 2}}$$ we simplify as follows: $$= \lim_{x \to \infty} x^2 \left(2 - \frac{3}{x} + \frac{5}{x^2}\right) \left(3x\right)^{x/2} \left(1 - \frac{1}{3x}\right)^{x/2} \cdot \left(3 + \frac{5}{x} + \frac{4}{x^2}\right) \left(3x\right)^{x/2} \left(1 + \frac{2}{3x}\right)^{x/2}$$ Now, consider the limits: $$\lim_{x \to \infty} \left(1 - \frac{1}{3x}\right)^{x/2} = e^{\lim_{x \to \infty} \left(1 - \frac{1}{3x} - 1\right) \cdot \frac{x}{2}} = e^{-\frac{1}{6}}$$ $$\lim_{x \to \infty} \left(1 + \frac{2}{3x}\right)^{x/2} = e^{\lim_{x \to \infty} \left(1 + \frac{2}{3x} - 1\right) \cdot \frac{x}{2}} = e^{\frac{1}{3}}$$ Thus, we have: $$\frac{2}{3} \times e^{-\frac{1}{6}} = \frac{2}{3} \times \frac{1}{e^{\frac{1}{6}}} = \frac{2}{3\sqrt{e}}$$

Question 21

Maths · Permutations and Combinations · Numerical

The number of ways, 5 boys and 4 girls can sit in a row so that either all the boys sit together or no two boys sit together, is

Answer: 17280

Solution

A: number of ways that all boys sit together $= 5! \times 5!$ B: number of ways if no 2 boys sit together $= 4! \times 5!$ $A \cap B = \emptyset$ Required no. of ways $= 5! \times 5! + 4! \times 5! = 17280$

Question 22

Maths · Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Fill in the blank

Let $\alpha$, $\beta$ be the roots of the equation $x^2 - ax - b = 0$ with $\mathrm{Im}(\alpha) < \mathrm{Im}(\beta)$. Let $P_n = \alpha^n - \beta^n$. If $P_3 = -5\sqrt{7}i, P_4 = -3\sqrt{7}i, P_5 = 11\sqrt{7}i$ and $P_6 = 45\sqrt{7}i$, then $|\alpha^4 + \beta^4|$ is equal to .

Answer: 31

Solution

Given $\alpha + \beta = a$ and $\alpha \beta = -b$. $P_6 = aP_5 + bP_4$ $$45\sqrt{7}i = a \times 11\sqrt{7}i + b(-3\sqrt{7}i)$$ $$45 = 11a - 3b$$ and $P_5 = aP_4 + bP_3$ $$11\sqrt{7}i = a(-3\sqrt{7}i) + b(-5\sqrt{7}i)$$ $$11 = -3a - 5b$$ Solving these equations, we find $a = 3$, $b = -4$. Now, calculate $|\alpha^4 + \beta^4|$: $$|\alpha^4 + \beta^4| = \sqrt{(\alpha^4 - \beta^4)^2 + 4\alpha^4 \beta^4}$$ Substitute the values: $$= \sqrt{-63 + 4 \cdot 4^4}$$ $$= \sqrt{-63 + 1024 = 961} = 31$$

Question 23

Maths · Conic Sections · Numerical

The focus of the parabola $y^2 = 4x + 16$ is the centre of the circle $\mathcal{C}$ of radius $5$. If the values of $\lambda$, for which $\mathcal{C}$ passes through the point of intersection of the lines $3x - y = 0$ and $x + \lambda y = 4$, are $\lambda_1$ and $\lambda_2$, $\lambda_1 < \lambda_2$, then $12\lambda_1 + 29\lambda_2$ is equal to

Answer: 15

Solution

Given $y^2 = 4(x + 4)$. Equation of circle $(x + 3)^2 + y^2 = 25$. Passes through the point of intersection of two lines $3x - y = 0$ and $x + \lambda y = 4$. $$\left( \frac{4}{3\lambda + 1}, \frac{12}{3\lambda + 1} \right),$$ we get $$\lambda = -\frac{7}{6}, 1$$ $$12\lambda_1 + 29\lambda_2$$ $$-14 + 29 = 15$$

Question 24

Maths · Statistics · Numerical

The variance of the numbers 8, 21, 34, 47, $\ldots$, 320 is

Answer: 8788

Solution

Given the equation $8 + (n-1)13 = 320$. Solving for $n$, we have: $$13n = 325$$ $$n = 25$$ The number of terms is $25$. The mean is given by: $$mean = \frac{\sum x_i}{n} = \frac{8 + 21 + \ldots + 320}{25} = \frac{\frac{25}{2}(8 + 320)}{25}$$ The variance $\sigma^2$ is: $$variance \sigma^2 = \frac{\sum x_i^2}{n} - (mean)^2$$ Calculating: $$= \frac{8^2 + 21^2 + \ldots + 320^2}{13} - (164)^2$$ $$= 8788$$

Question 25

Maths · Sequences and Series · Fill in the blank

The roots of the quadratic equation $3x^2 - px + q = 0$ are $10^{th}$ and $11^{th}$ terms of an arithmetic progression with common difference $\frac{3}{2}$. If the sum of the first 11 terms of this arithmetic progression is 88, then $q - 2p$ is equal to

Answer: 474

Solution

Given $S_{11} = \frac{11}{2} (2a + 10d) = 88$. $a + 5d = 8$ $a = 8 - 5 \times \frac{3}{2} = \frac{1}{2}$ Roots are $$T_{10} = a + 9d = \frac{1}{2} + 9 \times \frac{3}{2} = 14$$ $$T_{11} = a + 10d = \frac{1}{2} + 10 \times \frac{3}{2} = \frac{31}{2}$$ $$\frac{p}{3} = T_{10} + T_{11} = 14 + \frac{31}{2} = \frac{59}{2}$$ $$p = \frac{177}{2}$$ $$\frac{q}{3} = T_{10} \times T_{11} = 7 \times 31 = 217$$ $q = 651$ $q - 2p$ $= 651 - 177$ $= 474$

Physics

Question 26

Physics · Motion in a Plane · Single correct

A ball having kinetic energy KE, is projected at an angle of 60^$\circ$ from the horizontal. What will be the kinetic energy of ball at the highest point of its flight?

  1. $\frac{(KE)}{8}$
  2. $\frac{(KE)}{2}$
  3. $\frac{(KE)}{16}$
  4. $\frac{(KE)}{4}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Initial K.E, K.E. = $\frac{1}{2}$ mu^2 Speed at highest point V = u $\cos$ 60^$\circ$ = $\frac{u}{2}$ $\therefore$ KE_2 = $\frac{1}{2}$ m $\left$( $\frac{u}{2}$ $\right$)^2 = $\frac{1}{4}$ $\times$ $\frac{1}{2}$ mu^2 = $\frac{KE}{4}$

Question 27

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

Two charges $7\mu\mathrm{C}$ and $-4\mu\mathrm{C}$ are placed at $(-7\ \mathrm{cm}, 0, 0)$ and $(7\ \mathrm{cm}, 0, 0)$ respectively. Given, $\epsilon_0 = 8.85 \times 10^{-12}\mathrm{C}^2\ \mathrm{N}^{-1}\ \mathrm{m}^{-2}$, the electrostatic potential energy of the charge configuration is :

  1. -1.8 J
  2. -2.0 J
  3. -1.5 J
  4. -1.2 J

Answer: (a)

Solution

P.E. of two charges $$u = \frac{1}{4 \pi \varepsilon_0} \frac{q_1 q_2}{r}$$ $$r = \sqrt{(x_2 - x_1)^2 + (y_2 - y_1)^2 + (z_2 - z_1)^2}$$ $$= 14 \, \mathrm{cm}$$ Therefore, $$u = \frac{9 \times 10^9 \times 7 \times 10^{-6} \times (-4) \times 10^{-6}}{14 \times 10^{-2}}$$ $$= -1.8 \, \mathrm{J}$$

Question 28

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Single correct

The refractive index of the material of a glass prism is $\sqrt{3}$. The angle of minimum deviation is equal to the angle of the prism. What is the angle of the prism?

  1. $60^\circ$
  2. $58^\circ$
  3. $48^\circ$
  4. $50^\circ$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $\delta_{\min} = A$. $$\mu = \frac{\sin\left(\frac{A + \delta_{\min}}{2}\right)}{\sin\frac{A}{2}}$$ $$\sqrt{3} = \frac{\sin A}{\sin \frac{A}{2}} = \frac{2 \sin \frac{A}{2} \cos \frac{A}{2}}{\sin \frac{A}{2}}$$ $$\cos \frac{A}{2} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$$ $$A = 60^\circ$$

Question 29

Physics · Waves · Single correct

The equation of a transverse wave travelling along a string is $y(x,t) = 4.0 \sin [20 \times 10^{-3} x + 600t]$ mm, where $x$ is in mm and $t$ is in second. The velocity of the wave is:

  1. $-60 \, \mathrm{m/s}$
  2. $-30 \, \mathrm{m/s}$
  3. $+30 \, \mathrm{m/s}$
  4. $+60 \, \mathrm{m/s}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $k = 20 \times 10^{-3} \, \mathrm{mm}^{-1} = 20 \, \mathrm{m}^{-1}$. $w = 600 \, \mathrm{s}^{-1}$ $$v = \frac{W}{k} = \frac{600}{20} = 30 \, \mathrm{m/s}$$ and $x$ and $t$ carry the same sign. Therefore $v = -30 \, \mathrm{m/s}$

Question 30

Physics · Physical World, Units and Measurements · Single correct

The energy of a system is given as $E(t) = \alpha^3 e^{-\beta t}$, where $t$ is the time and $\beta = 0.3 \, \mathrm{s}^{-1}$. The errors in the measurement of $\alpha$ and $t$ are $1.2\%$ and $1.6\%$, respectively. At $t = 5 \, \mathrm{s}$, maximum percentage error in the energy is:

  1. 6$\%$
  2. 8.4$\%$
  3. 11.6$\%$
  4. 4$\%$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $E = \alpha^3 e^{-\beta t}$. Taking the natural logarithm, we have $\ln E = 3 \ln \alpha - \beta t$. The maximum fractional change is given by $$\left( \frac{\mathrm{d}E}{E} \right)_{\max} = \frac{3 \, \mathrm{d}\alpha}{\alpha} + \frac{\beta \, \mathrm{d}t}{t} \times t.$$ Substituting the given values, $$= 3 \times 1.2\% + (0.3 \times 1.6 \times 5)\%$$ $$= 6\%$$

Question 31

Physics · Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter · Single correct

In photoelectric effect an EM-wave is incident on a metal surface and electrons are ejected from the surface. If the work function of the metal is 2.14 $\mathrm{eV}$ and stopping potential is 2 $\mathrm{V}$, what is the wavelength of the EM-wave ? (Given $\mathrm{hc}$ = 1242 $\mathrm{eVnm}$ where h is the Planck's constant and c is the speed of light in vacuum.)

  1. 300 $\mathrm{nm}$
  2. 400 $\mathrm{nm}$
  3. 600 $\mathrm{nm}$
  4. 200 $\mathrm{nm}$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $\phi = 2.14$ and $V_S = 2 \, \mathrm{V}$. Using the photoelectric equation. $$\frac{hc}{\lambda} = 2.14 + 2 = 4.14 \, \mathrm{eV}$$ $$\lambda = \frac{1242}{4.14} = 300 \, \mathrm{nm}$$

Question 32

Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · Single correct

A circular disk of radius $R$ meter and mass $M$ kg is rotating around the axis perpendicular to the disk. An external torque is applied to the disk such that $\theta(t) = 5t^2 - 8t$, where $\theta(t)$ is the angular position of the rotating disc as a function of time $t$. How much power is delivered by the applied torque, when $t = 2 \, \mathrm{s}$?

  1. $72MR^2$
  2. $8MR^2$
  3. $108MR^2$
  4. $60MR^2$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $\theta = 5t^2 - 8t$. $\($ $\omega$ = $\frac{d\theta}{dt}$ = 10t - 8 $\)$ and $\($ $\alpha$ = $\frac{d\omega}{dt}$ = 10 $\)$. Therefore, $p = \tau \omega = (I \alpha) \omega$. $$= \left( \frac{mR^2}{2} \right) \alpha \omega$$ $$= \left( \frac{mR^2}{2} \right) (10)(10)$$ Put $t = 2$. $p = 60mR^2$

Question 33

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Fluids · Single correct

Water flows in a horizontal pipe whose one end is closed with a valve. The reading of the pressure gauge attached to the pipe is $P_1$. The reading of the pressure gauge falls to $P_2$ when the valve is opened. The speed of water flowing in the pipe is proportional to

  1. $P_1 - P_2$
  2. $(P_1 - P_2)^4$
  3. $(P_1 - P_2)^2$
  4. $\sqrt{P_1 - P_2}$

Answer: (d)

Solution

Using Bernoulli's theorem $$P_1 - P_2 = \frac{1}{2} \rho v^2$$ $$v \propto \sqrt{P_1 - P_2}$$

Question 34

Physics · Physical World, Units and Measurements · Single correct

Match List - I with List - II. List - I (A) Permeability of free space (B) Magnetic field (C) Magnetic moment (D) Torsional constant List - II (I) $\left[ M L^2 T^{-2} \right]$ (II) $\left[ M T^{-2} A^{-1} \right]$ (III) $\left[ M L T^{-2} A^{-2} \right]$ (IV) $\left[ L^2 A \right]$ Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

  1. (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
  2. (A)-(III), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
  3. (A)-(I), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)
  4. (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)

Answer: (b)

Solution

(A) $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2 \pi r} \& qvB = F$ (2) $\mu_0 \equiv \frac{Br}{i} \equiv \frac{Fr}{qvi} \equiv \frac{MLT^{-2} \times L}{A^2TLT^{-1}} \equiv MLT^{-2}A^{-2}$ (B) $B \equiv \frac{F}{qV} \equiv \frac{MLT^{-2}}{ATLT^{-1}} = MT^{-2}A^{-1}$ (C) $M = iA = AL^2$ (D) $\tau = C \theta \Rightarrow C \equiv ML^2 T^{-2}$

Question 35

Physics · Gravitation · Single correct

If a satellite orbiting the Earth is 9 times closer to the Earth than the Moon, what is the time period of rotation of the satellite? Given rotational time period of Moon = 27 days and gravitational attraction between the satellite and the moon is neglected.

  1. 27 days
  2. 1 day
  3. 81 days
  4. 3 days

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $T^2 \propto R^3$. $$\left( \frac{T_m}{T_s} \right)^2 = \left( \frac{R}{R/9} \right)^3$$ $$\frac{T_m}{T_s} = (3)^3$$ Therefore, $$T_s = \left( \frac{27}{27} \right) = 1 day$$

Question 36

Physics · Electric Charges and Fields · Single correct

Two point charges $-4\mu c$ and $4\mu c$, constituting an electric dipole, are placed at $(-9, 0, 0)\, \mathrm{cm}$ and $(9, 0, 0)\, \mathrm{cm}$ in a uniform electric field of strength $10^4\, \mathrm{NC}^{-1}$. The work done on the dipole in rotating it from the equilibrium through $180^\circ$ is:

  1. 18.4 mJ
  2. 14.4 mJ
  3. 12.4 mJ
  4. 16.4 mJ

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $U = -PE \cos \theta$. $w_{ext} = \Delta U = U_f - U_i = -PE \cos 180^\circ + PE \cos 0^\circ$. $w_{ext} = 2PE$. $$= 2 \times (4 \times 10^{-6}) (18) \times 10^4$$ $$= 144 \times 10^{-2}$$ $$= 14.4 \, mJ$$

Question 37

Physics · Current Electricity · Single correct

A galvanometer having a coil of resistance $30\,\Omega$ need $20\,\mathrm{mA}$ of current for full-scale deflection. If a maximum current of $3\,\mathrm{A}$ is to be measured using this galvanometer, the resistance of the shunt to be added to the galvanometer should be $\frac{30}{X}\,\Omega$, where $X$ is

  1. 596
  2. 149
  3. 298
  4. 447

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $(I - I_g)R = I_g G$. $(3 - 0.02) \times R = 0.02 \times G \Rightarrow R = 30$. Therefore, $149 = Required X$.

Question 38

Physics · Wave Optics · Single correct

The width of one of the two slits in Young's double slit experiment is $d$ while that of the other slit is $x \, d$. If the ratio of the maximum to the minimum intensity in the interference pattern on the screen is $9 : 4$ then what is the value of $x$? (Assume that the field strength varies according to the slit width)

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $I \propto (width)^2$. $\($ $\left$( $\frac{\sqrt{I_1} + \sqrt{I_2}}{\sqrt{I_1} - \sqrt{I_2}}$ $\right$)^2 = $\frac{9}{4}$ $\)$ Solving, we have: $$\sqrt{I_1} + \sqrt{I_2} = \frac{3}{2}$$ $$\sqrt{I_1} - \sqrt{I_2} = \frac{3}{2}$$ For the equations: $$(x + 1)d = 3$$ $$(x - 1)d = 2$$ Solving these gives: $$\Rightarrow 3x - 3 = 2x + 2$$ Thus, $x = 5$.

Question 39

Physics · Nuclei · Single correct

Given below are two statements. One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason ($R$). Assertion (A) : The binding energy per nucleon is found to be practically independent of the atomic number A, for nuclei with mass numbers between 30 and 170. Reason ($R$): Nuclear force is long range. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

  1. (A) is true but ($R$) is false
  2. (A) is false but ($R$) is true
  3. Both (A) and ($R$) are true and ($R$) is the correct explanation of (A)
  4. Both (A) and ($R$) are true but ($R$) is NOT the correct explanation of (A)

Answer: (a)

Solution

From the graph between B.E/N and A, we can see B.E/N is almost constant, which implies it is correct. Reason is incorrect as nuclear forces are short range forces.

Question 40

Physics · Thermal Properties of Matter · Single correct

Water of mass $m$ gram is slowly heated to increase the temperature from $T_1$ to $T_2$. The change in entropy of the water, given specific heat of water is $1 \, \mathrm{Jkg^{-1} \, K^{-1}}$, is:

  1. $m \ln \left( \frac{T_2}{T_1} \right)$
  2. zero
  3. $m \ln \left( \frac{T_1}{T_2} \right)$
  4. $m (T_2 - T_1)$

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $dQ = msdT$. 1. $dS = \frac{dQ}{T} = \frac{msdT}{T}$. 2. $\Delta S = \int \frac{msdT}{T} = ms \ln \frac{T_f}{T_i}$. 3. $\Delta S = m \ln \frac{T_2}{T_1}$.

Question 41

Physics · Current Electricity · Single correct

What is the current through the battery in the circuit shown below

  1. 1.5 A
  2. 0.5 A
  3. 0.25 A
  4. 1.0 A

Answer: (b)

Solution

Both are forward biased, hence $R_{eq} = 10\, \Omega$. $$i = \frac{V}{R} = \frac{5}{10} = \frac{1}{2} \, A$$

Question 42

Physics · Electromagnetic Waves · Single correct

A plane electromagnetic wave of frequency 20 MHz travels in free space along the $+x$ direction. At a particular point in space and time, the electric field vector of the wave is $E_y = 9.3 \, \mathrm{V m^{-1}}$. Then, the magnetic field vector of the wave at that point is

  1. $B_z = 6.2 \times 10^{-8} \, \mathrm{T}$
  2. $B_z = 3.1 \times 10^{-8} \, \mathrm{T}$
  3. $B_z = 1.55 \times 10^{-8} \, \mathrm{T}$
  4. $B_z = 9.3 \times 10^{-8} \, \mathrm{T}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given $E = BC$. $$9.3 = B \times 3 \times 10^8$$ Solving for $B$: $$B = \frac{9.3}{3 \times 10^8} = 3.1 \times 10^{-8} \, \mathrm{T}$$

Question 43

Physics · Kinetic Theory · Single correct

Using the given P - V diagram, the work done by an ideal gas along the path ABCD is :

  1. 3P_0 V_0
  2. -4P_0 V_0
  3. -3P_0 V_0
  4. 4P_0 V_0

Answer: (c)

Solution

Area under graph will be magnitude of graph and being counterclockwise graph it would be negative. Area $= 2P_0 \times V_0 + P_0 V_0 = 3P_0 V_0$. $W = -3P_0 V_0$.

Question 44

Physics · Ray Optics and Optical Instruments · Single correct

A concave mirror of focal length $f$ in air is dipped in a liquid of refractive index $\mu$. Its focal length in the liquid will be:

  1. $\mu f$
  2. $f$
  3. $\frac{f}{(\mu - 1)}$
  4. $\frac{f}{\mu}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Focal length of mirror will not change because focal length of mirror doesn't depend on medium.

Question 45

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Solids · Single correct

A massless spring gets elongated by amount $x_1$ under a tension of 5 N. Its elongation is $x_2$ under the tension of 7 N. For the elongation of $(5x_1 - 2x_2)$, the tension in the spring will be,

  1. 39 N
  2. 15 N
  3. 11 N
  4. 20 N

Answer: (c)

Solution

Given $kx_1 = 5 \, \mathrm{N}$ and $kx_2 = 7 \, \mathrm{N}$. We calculate $k(5x_1 - 2x_2) = 5kx_1 - 2kx_2$. Substituting the values, we get $$= 5 \times 5 - 2 \times 7 = 11 \, \mathrm{N}.$$

Question 46

Physics · Mechanical Properties of Fluids · Numerical

An air bubble of radius 1.0 $\mathrm{mm}$ is observed at a depth of 20 $\mathrm{cm}$ below the free surface of a liquid having surface tension 0.095 $\mathrm{J/m^2}$ and density 10^3 $\mathrm{kg/m^3}$. The difference between pressure inside the bubble and atmospheric pressure is ______ $\mathrm{N/m^2}$. (Take g = 10 $\,$ $\mathrm{m/s^2}$)

Answer: 2190

Solution

The pressure difference is given by $\Delta P = P_{in} - P_0$. This can be expressed as $\Delta P = \rho gh + \frac{2T}{R}$. Substituting the values, we have: $$\Delta P = 1000 \times 10 \times 20 + \frac{2 \times 0.095}{10^{-3}}$$ This simplifies to: $$= 2000 + 190$$ $$= 2190$$

Question 47

Physics · Gravitation · Fill in the blank

A satellite of mass $\frac{M}{2}$ is revolving around earth in a circular orbit at a height of $\frac{R}{3}$ from earth surface. The angular momentum of the satellite is $M \sqrt{\frac{GMR}{x}}$. The value of $x$ is _____, where $M$ and $R$ are the mass and radius of earth, respectively. ( $G$ is the gravitational constant)

Answer: 3

Solution

Orbital velocity $v_0 = \sqrt{\frac{GM}{4R/3}} = \sqrt{\frac{3GM}{4R}}$. Angular momentum of satellite $= \frac{M}{2} v_0 \frac{4R}{3}$. $$= \frac{M}{2} \cdot \sqrt{\frac{3GM}{4R}} \cdot \frac{4R}{3}$$ $$= M \sqrt{\frac{GMR}{3}}$$ $x = 3$

Question 48

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Fill in the blank

At steady state the charge on the capacitor, as shown in the circuit below, is ________ $\mu \mathrm{C}$.

Answer: 16

Solution

Given the circuit, the current $i$ is calculated as $$i = \left( \frac{5}{25} \right).$$ The charge $Q$ is given by $Q = CV$. Substituting the values, we have $$Q = \left( 8 \times 10^{-6} \right) \left( \frac{5}{25 \times 10} \right).$$ Simplifying further, $$Q = \left( \frac{8 \times 5 \times 10^{-2}}{25} \right) = 16 \, \mu \mathrm{C}.$$

Question 49

Physics · Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance · Numerical

A time varying potential difference is applied between the plates of a parallel plate capacitor of capacitance $2.5 \, \mu \mathrm{F}$. The dielectric constant of the medium between the capacitor plates is $1$. It produces an instantaneous displacement current of $0.25 \, \mathrm{mA}$ in the intervening space between the capacitor plates, the magnitude of the rate of change of the potential difference will be _____ $\mathrm{Vs}^{-1}$.

Answer: 100

Solution

Given $C \frac{dV}{dt} = I_d$. Rearranging, we have: $$\frac{dV}{dt} = \frac{I_d}{C}$$ Substituting the values: $$\frac{0.25 \times 10^{-3}}{2.5 \times 10^{-6}}$$ This simplifies to: $$= 100$$

Question 50

Physics · Alternating Current · Numerical

In a series LCR circuit, a resistor of 300 $\Omega$, a capacitor of 25 $\mathrm{nF}$ and an inductor of 100 $\mathrm{mH}$ are used. For maximum current in the circuit, the angular frequency of the ac source is $ \times 10^4$ radians $\mathrm{s}^{-1}$.

Answer: 2

Solution

Given $\omega = \frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}}$. $$\omega = \frac{1}{\sqrt{25 \times 10^{-9} \times 100 \times 10^{-3}}}$$ $$\omega = \frac{10^{+6}}{5 \times 10} = 2$$

Chemistry

Question 51

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Single correct

The effect of temperature on spontaneity of reactions are represented as The incorrect combinations are

  1. and (C) only
  2. and (D) only
  3. and (D) only
  4. and (C) only

Answer: (b)

Solution

Therefore, $\Delta G = \Delta H - T \Delta S$. For spontaneity of reaction: $\Delta G = -ve$.

Question 52

Chemistry · Electrochemistry · Single correct

Standard electrode potentials for a few half cells are mentioned below : $E^\circ_{\mathrm{Cu}^{2+}/\mathrm{Cu}} = 0.34 \, \mathrm{V}, E^\circ_{\mathrm{Zn}^{2+}/\mathrm{Zn}} = -0.76 \, \mathrm{V}$ $E^\circ_{\mathrm{Ag}^+/\mathrm{Ag}} = 0.80 \, \mathrm{V}, E^\circ_{\mathrm{Mg}^{2+}/\mathrm{Mg}} = -2.37 \, \mathrm{V}$ Which one of the following cells gives the most negative value of $\Delta G^\circ$ ?

  1. Zn $\vert$ Zn$^{2+}$ (1M) $\parallel$ Ag$^+$ (1M) $\vert$ Ag
  2. Zn $\vert$ Zn$^{2+}$ (1M) $\parallel$ Mg$^{2+}$ (1M) $\vert$ Mg
  3. Ag $\vert$ Ag$^+$ (1M) $\parallel$ Mg$^{2+}$ (1M) $\vert$ Mg
  4. Cu $\vert$ Cu$^{2+}$ (1M) $\parallel$ Ag$^+$ (1M) $\vert$ Ag

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $\Delta G^\circ = -nFE^\circ$. Option (1) $E^\circ = 0.8 + 0.76 = 1.56 \, \mathrm{V}$. Therefore, $\Delta G^\circ = -2 \times F \times 1.56 = -3.12 \, \mathrm{V}$. Option (2) $E^\circ = -2.37 + 0.76 = -1.61 \, \mathrm{V}$. Therefore, $\Delta G^\circ = -2 \times F \times (-1.61) = +3.22 \, \mathrm{V}$. Option (3) $E^\circ = -2.37 - 0.8 = -3.17 \, \mathrm{V}$. $\Delta G^\circ = (-2) \times F \times (-3.17) = +6.34$. Option (4) $E^\circ = 0.8 - 0.34 = 0.46 \, \mathrm{V}$. $\Delta G^\circ = -2 \times F \times 0.46 = -0.92 \, \mathrm{V}$.

Question 53

Chemistry · Biomolecules · Single correct

The $\alpha$-Helix and $\beta$ - Pleated sheet structures of protein are associated with its:

  1. tertiary structure
  2. quaternary structure
  3. secondary structure
  4. primary structure

Answer: (c)

Solution

The $\alpha$-helix and $\beta$-pleated sheet belong to the secondary structure of proteins, which have hydrogen bonds.

Question 54

Chemistry · Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Single correct

Given below are two statements : Consider the following reaction

  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: (d)

Solution

$k_{eq}=2280$ is for HCHO $k_{eq}=2000$ is for chloral Both data are given in the Clayden and Warren book. $k_{eq}>1$ because HCHO and chloral are more electrophilic.

Question 55

Chemistry · Equilibrium · Single correct

Consider the reaction $$\mathrm{X_2Y\,(g) = X_2\,(g) + \frac{1}{2}Y_2\,(g)}$$ The equation representing correct relationship between the degree of dissociation $(x)$ of $\mathrm{X_2Y\,(g)}$ with its equilibrium constant $K_p$ is _______. Assume $x$ to be very very small.

  1. $x=\sqrt[3]{\dfrac{2Kp}{p}}$
  2. $x=\sqrt[3]{\dfrac{2Kp^2}{p}}$
  3. $x=\sqrt[3]{\dfrac{Kp}{2}}$
  4. $x=\sqrt[3]{\dfrac{Kp}{2p}}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Given the reaction: $\[$ $\mathrm{X_2Y(g) \rightarrow \frac{XX_2(g)}{x} + \frac{1}{2}Y_2(g)}$ $\]$ Let $\($ x $\)$ be the extent of reaction. Therefore, $\($ 2 $\)$ $\[$ P_{$\mathrm{X_2Y}$} = $\frac{1-x}{1+\frac{x}{2}}$ $\times$ p $\]$ $\[$ P_{$\mathrm{X_2}$} = $\frac{x}{1+\frac{x}{2}}$ $\times$ p $\]$ $\[$ P_{$\mathrm{Y_2}$} = $\frac{x/2}{1+\frac{x}{2}}$ $\times$ p $\]$ Therefore, $\[$ K_p = $\left$( $\frac{x}{1+\frac{x}{2}}$ $\times$ p $\right$) $\left$( $\frac{x}{2\left(1+\frac{x}{2}\right)}$ $\times$ p $\right$)^{1/2} $\]$ $\[$ K_p = $\left$( $\frac{1-x}{1+\frac{x}{2}}$ $\times$ p $\right$) $\]$ Therefore, $\[$ K_p = $\left$( $\frac{x}{1-x}$ $\right$) $\left$( $\frac{x}{2\left(1+\frac{x}{2}\right)}$ $\right$)^{1/2} $\times$ p^{1/2} $\]$ Let $\($ x $\)$ be very small. Therefore, $\[$ K_p = $\frac{x^{3/2}}{2^{(1/2)}}$ $\times$ p^{1/2} $\]$ $\[$ x^{3/2} = K_p $\times$ 2^{1/2} $\]$ $\[$ x^3 = $\frac{K_p^2 \times 2}{p}$ $\]$ $\[$ x = $\left$( $\frac{K_p^2 \times 2}{p}$ $\right$)^{1/3} $\]$

Question 56

Chemistry · Analytical Chemistry · Single correct

Identify $A$, $B$ and $C$ in the given below reaction sequence. $A \xrightarrow{\mathrm{HNO_3}} \mathrm{Pb(NO_3)_2} \xrightarrow{\mathrm{H_2SO_4}} B \xrightarrow[(2)\ \mathrm{Acetic\ acid}\\(3)\ \mathrm{K_2CrO_4}] {(1)\ \mathrm{Ammonium\ acetate}} C$

  1. PbCl_2, PbSO_4, PbCrO_4
  2. PbS, PbSO_4, Pb(CH_3COO)_2
  3. PbCl_2, Pb(SO_4)_2, PbCrO_4
  4. PbS, PbSO_4, PbCrO_4

Answer: (d)

Solution

Question 57

Chemistry · Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers · Single correct

Given below are two statements: Statement (I): The boiling points of alcohols and phenols increase with increase in the number of C-atoms. Statement (II): The boiling points of alcohols and phenols are higher in comparison to other class of compounds such as ethers, haloalkanes. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

Statement I is correct as boiling point of alcohol phenols increase with increase in the number of C-atoms due to increase in van der Waals forces. Statement II is correct, since alcohols phenols have intermolecular H-bonding therefore their boiling points are higher in comparison to other class of compounds such as ethers, haloalkanes.

Question 58

Chemistry · Solutions · Single correct

When a non-volatile solute is added to the solvent, the vapour pressure of the solvent decreases by 10 mm of Hg. The mole fraction of the solute in the solution is 0.2. What would be the mole fraction of the solvent if decrease in vapour pressure is 20 mm of Hg?

  1. 0.8
  2. 0.4
  3. 0.2
  4. 0.6

Answer: (d)

Solution

Given $P^\circ - P \propto X_{solute}$ and $10 \propto 0.2$, therefore $20 \propto 0.4$. Thus, $X_{solvent} = 1 - X_{solute} = 1 - 0.4 = 0.6$.

Question 59

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Single correct

Given below are two statements: Statement (I): For a given shell, the total number of allowed orbitals is given by $n^2$. Statement (II): For any subshell, the spatial orientation of the orbitals is given by $-l$ to $+l$ values including zero. In the light of the above statements, 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. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
  4. Statement I is false but Statement II is true

Answer: (d)

Solution

For a shell, the total number of orbitals is $n^2$. Magnetic quantum numbers have values from $-\ell$ to $+\ell$, including $0$.

Question 60

Chemistry · Haloalkanes and Haloarenes · Single correct

The ascending order of relative rate of solvolysis of following compounds is:

  1. $(C)< (B) < (A) < (D)$
  2. $(D) < (A) < (B) < (C)$
  3. $(D)< (B) < (A) < (C)$
  4. $(C)< (D) < (B) < (A)$

Answer: (b)

Solution

Solvolysis or SN$_1 \propto$ stability of carbocation

Question 61

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

Match List - I with List - II. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. (A)-(I), (B)-(IV), (C)-(III), (D)-(II)
  2. (A)-(III), (B)-(II), (C)-(I), (D)-(IV)
  3. (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
  4. (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(IV)

Answer: (c)

Solution

The ozonolysis of the given compound results in the cleavage of the double bond, leading to the formation of carbonyl compounds. The correct ozonolysis product corresponds to option (B).

Question 62

Chemistry · Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry · Single correct

Which of the following graphs most appropriately represents a zero order reaction?

Answer: (a)

Solution

Given $[A]_t = [A]_0 - kt$. A straight line with negative slope is shown in the graph. This is the graph of reactant concentration versus time for a zero order reaction.

Question 63

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

Match List - I with List - II. \begin{tabular}{|l|l|} \hline \textbf{List - I} & \textbf{List - II} \\ \hline (A) Bronze & (I) Cu, Ni \\ \hline (B) Brass & (II) Fe, Cr, Ni, C \\ \hline (C) UK silver coin & (III) Cu, Zn \\ \hline (D) Stainless steel & (IV) Cu, Sn \\ \hline \end{tabular} Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. (A) - (IV), (B)-(II), ($C$)-(III), (D)-(I)
  2. (A) - (IV), (B)-(III), ($C$)-(I), (D)-(II)
  3. (A) - (III), (B)-(IV), ($C$)-(II), (D)-(I)
  4. (A) - (III), (B)-(I), ($C$)-(IV), (D)-(II)

Answer: (b)

Solution

Bronze is an alloy of copper and Tin. (A-IV) Brass is an alloy of copper and Zinc. (B-III) UK Silver coin is an alloy of copper and Nickel. (C-I) Stainless steel is an alloy of Fe, Cr, Ni, C. (D-II)

Question 64

Chemistry · Co-ordination Compounds · Single correct

Identify the coordination complexes in which the central metal ion has $d^4$ configuration.

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

Answer: (c)

Solution

For Fe^{+6}, the electronic configuration is $[\mathrm{Ar}] 3d^2$. For Mn^{+3}, the electronic configuration is $[\mathrm{Ar}] 3d^4$. For Fe^{+3}, the electronic configuration is $[\mathrm{Ar}] 3d^5$. For Cr^{+2}, the electronic configuration is $[\mathrm{Ar}] 3d^4$. For Ni^{+4}, the electronic configuration is $[\mathrm{Ar}] 3d^6$.

Question 65

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

Given below are the atomic numbers of some group 14 elements. The atomic number of the element with lowest melting point is :

  1. 6
  2. 82
  3. 14
  4. 50

Answer: (d)

Solution

Order of melting points of group 14: $\mathrm{C} > \mathrm{Si} > \mathrm{Ge} > \mathrm{Pb} > \mathrm{Sn}$. Element and melting points ($^\circ \mathrm{C}$): $Z = 6 = \mathrm{C}$: $3730$ $Z = 14 = \mathrm{Si}$: $1410$ $Z = 32 = \mathrm{Ge}$: $937$ $Z = 50 = \mathrm{Sn}$: $232$ $Z = 82 = \mathrm{Pb}$: $327$

Question 66

Chemistry · Equilibrium · Single correct

pH of water is 7 at $25^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$. If water is heated to $80^{\circ} \mathrm{C}.$, it's pH will :

  1. Decrease
  2. $H^{+}$ concentration increases, $OH^{-}$ concentration decreases
  3. Remains the same
  4. Increase

Answer: (b)

Solution

At $25^\circ \mathrm{C}$, pure water has pH $= 7$. As temperature increased, water molecules dissociate more into hydrogen ions ($\mathrm{H^+}$) and hydroxide ions ($\mathrm{OH^-}$). This increased dissociation leads to slightly decrease in pH. At $80^\circ \mathrm{C}$, pH $\approx 6.93$.

Question 67

Chemistry · Haloalkanes and Haloarenes · Single correct

Identify the products $[A]$ and $[B]$, respectively in the following reaction:

Answer: (b)

Solution

The reaction involves the conversion of chlorobenzene to phenol using NaOH at 623 K and 300 atm, followed by acidification with $\mathrm{H^+}$. The phenol is then oxidized using $\mathrm{Na_2CrO_4}$ and $\mathrm{H_2SO_4}$ to form benzoquinone.

Question 68

Chemistry · Solutions · Single correct

Consider a binary solution of two volatile liquid components 1 and 2. $x_1$ and $y_1$ are the mole fractions of component 1 in liquid and vapour phase, respectively. The slope and intercept of the linear plot of $\frac{1}{x_1}$ vs $\frac{1}{y_1}$ are given respectively as:

  1. $\frac{P_2^0}{P_1^0}, \frac{P_2^0 - P_1^0}{P_2^0}$
  2. $\frac{P_1^0}{P_2^0}, \frac{P_2^0 - P_1^0}{P_2^0}$
  3. $\frac{P_1^0}{P_2^0}, \frac{P_1^0 - P_2^0}{P_1^0}$
  4. $\frac{P_2^0}{P_1^0}, \frac{P_1^0 - P_2^0}{P_2^0}$

Answer: (b)

Solution

For liquid solution of two liquids '1' and '2' $$P_1 = P_T y_1 = P_1^\circ x_1$$ $$\therefore P_T = \frac{P_1^\circ}{y_1}$$ $$\therefore x_1 = \frac{y_1}{P_1^\circ}$$ $$P_2^\circ + x_1 P_1^\circ - P_2^\circ = P_1^\circ$$ $$\therefore \frac{P_2^\circ}{x_1} + P_1^\circ - P_2^\circ = \frac{P_1^\circ}{y_1}$$ $$\therefore \frac{1}{x_1} = \frac{P_1^\circ}{P_2^\circ y_1} + \frac{P_2^\circ - P_1^\circ}{P_2^\circ}$$ $$\therefore Slope = \frac{P_1^\circ}{P_2^\circ}$$ $$\therefore Intercept = \frac{P_2^\circ - P_1^\circ}{P_2^\circ}$$

Question 69

Chemistry · Structure of Atom · Single correct

Given below are two statements about X-ray spectra of elements: Statement (I): A plot of $\sqrt{\nu}$ ($\nu$ = frequency of X-rays emitted) vs atomic mass is a straight line. Statement (II): A plot of $\nu$ ($\nu$ = frequency of X-rays emitted) vs atomic number is a straight line. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Answer: (b)

Solution

The graph on the left shows a step-like increase of $\sqrt{\nu}$ with respect to atomic mass. The graph on the right shows a linear increase of $\sqrt{\nu}$ with respect to $Z$.

Question 70

Chemistry · The d-and f-Block Elements · Single correct

Consider the following reactions $\mathrm{K_2Cr_2O_7} \xrightarrow[\mathrm{-H_2O}]{\mathrm{KOH}} [A] \xrightarrow[\mathrm{-H_2O}]{\mathrm{H_2SO_4}} [B]+\mathrm{K_2SO_4}$ The products $[A]$ and $[B]$, respectively are :

  1. $\mathrm{K_2CrO_4}$ and $\mathrm{CrO}$
  2. $\mathrm{K_2CrO_4}$ and $\mathrm{Cr_2O_3}$
  3. $\mathrm{K_2CrO_4}$ and $\mathrm{K_2Cr_2O_7}$
  4. $\mathrm{K_2Cr(OH)_6}$ and $\mathrm{Cr_2O_3}$

Answer: (c)

Solution

$\mathrm{K_2Cr_2O_7} \xrightarrow[\mathrm{-H_2O}]{\mathrm{KOH}} K_2CrO_4 \xrightarrow[\mathrm{-H_2O}]{\mathrm{H_2SO_4}} K_2Cr_2O_7+K_2SO_4$ $[A]$ $[B]$

Question 71

Chemistry · Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry · Numerical

0.01 mole of an organic compound $(X)$ containing 10$\%$ hydrogen, on complete combustion produced 0.9 g $\mathrm{H_2O}$. Molar mass of $(X)$ is _____ g $\mathrm{mol^{-1}}$.

Answer: 100

Solution

Organic compound undergoes combustion to form $\mathrm{H_2O}$ with $0.9 \, \mathrm{gm}$. Therefore, mole of $\mathrm{H_2O} = \frac{0.9}{18} = 0.05$ mole. Mole of H in $\mathrm{H_2O} = 0.05 \times 2 = 0.1$ mole, which is equal to the mole of H in 0.01 mole of the organic compound. Therefore, the weight of H atom in 0.01 mole compound is $0.1 \times 1 = 0.1 \, \mathrm{gm}$. The weight of H atom in one mole compound is $\frac{0.1}{0.01} = 10 \, \mathrm{gm}$. Therefore, the weight percentage of H is given by $$\frac{wt. of H in one mole compound}{Molar mass of compound} \times 1 = \frac{10}{M} \times 100.$$ Solving, we get $$10 = \frac{10}{M} \times 100.$$ Therefore, $M = 100$.

Question 72

Chemistry · Amines · Numerical

Consider the following sequence of reactions. The total number of $sp^3$ hybridised carbon atoms in the major product $C$ formed is ________.

Answer: 4

Solution

The reaction starts with the conversion of the amine group to a diazonium salt using $\mathrm{NaNO_2}$ and $\mathrm{HCl}$ at $0-5^\circ \mathrm{C}$. This forms the diazonium ion $\mathrm{N_2^+Cl^-}$. The diazonium ion then reacts with phenol in the presence of $\mathrm{NaOH}$ to form an azo compound. Upon dilution with $\mathrm{HCl}$, the azo compound is formed with an $\mathrm{OH}$ group. The final step involves the reaction with $\mathrm{NaOH}$ and $\mathrm{H_3CCH_2Br}$ to form the ether linkage. The correct answer is option (4).

Question 73

Chemistry · Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry · Numerical

When 81.0 g of aluminum is allowed to react with 128.0 g of oxygen gas, the mass of aluminium oxide produced in grams is _______ - (Nearest integer) Given: Molar mass of Al is $27.0 \, \mathrm{g \, mol^{-1}}$ Molar mass of O is $16.0 \, \mathrm{g \, mol^{-1}}$

Answer: 153

Solution

The reaction is given by $$4\mathrm{Al} + 3\mathrm{O}_2 \rightarrow 2\mathrm{Al}_2\mathrm{O}_3$$ For aluminum: $$\frac{81}{27} = 3 mole$$ For oxygen: $$\frac{128}{32} = 4 mole$$ Limiting reagent is aluminum. Therefore, moles of $\mathrm{Al}_2\mathrm{O}_3$ formed is $$\frac{1}{2} \times 3 mole$$ Therefore, weight of $\mathrm{Al}_2\mathrm{O}_3$ formed is $$\frac{3}{2} \times 102$$ which equals 153 gm.

Question 74

Chemistry · Thermodynamics · Numerical

The bond dissociation enthalpy of $X_2\Delta H_{bond}$ calculated from the given data is ______ kJ mol$^{-1}$. (Nearest integer) $\mathrm{M^+X^- (s) \rightarrow M^+ (g) + X^- (g)} \Delta H^*_{lattice} = 800 \, \mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$ $\mathrm{M (s) \rightarrow M (g)} \Delta H^\circ_{sub} = 100 \, \mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$ $\mathrm{M (g) \rightarrow M^+ (g) + e^- (g)} \Delta H_i = 500 \, \mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$ $\mathrm{X (g) + e^- (g) \rightarrow X^- (g)} \Delta H^*_{eg} = -300 \, \mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$ $\mathrm{M (s) + \frac{1}{2} X_2 (g) \rightarrow M^+X^- (s)} \Delta H_f = -400 \, \mathrm{kJ \, mol^{-1}}$ [Given : $\mathrm{M^+X^-}$ is a pure ionic compound and $\mathrm{X}$ forms a diatomic molecule $\mathrm{X_2}$ in gaseous state]

Answer: 98

Solution

Therefore, $\Delta H_f(\mathrm{MX}) =$ $\Delta H_{sub}(\mathrm{M}) + \mathrm{I.E.} (\mathrm{M}) + \frac{1}{2} [\mathrm{B.E.} (\mathrm{X} - \mathrm{X})]$ $+ \mathrm{EG} (\mathrm{X}) + \mathrm{L.E.} (\mathrm{MX})$ $-400 = (100) + (500) + \frac{1}{2} (\mathrm{B.E.}) + (-300) + (-800)$ Therefore, $\mathrm{B.E.} = 200 \, \mathrm{kJ \, mole^{-1}}$

Question 75

Chemistry · Hydrocarbons · Fill in the blank

A compound 'X' absorbs 2 moles of hydrogen and 'X' upon oxidation with $\mathrm{KMnO_4} \mid \mathrm{H^+}$ gives The total number of $\sigma$ bonds present in the compound 'X' is______

Answer: 27

Solution