The input characteristics of a transistor in CE mode is the graph obtained by plotting
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IB = f(VBE)
Input characteristics show input current vs input voltage
Base current IB vs base-emitter voltage VBE
Keep collector-emitter voltage VCE constant
Wrong parameter relation
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Consider input parameters
IB = f(VBE)
Input characteristics show input current vs input voltage
Base current IB vs base-emitter voltage VBE
Keep collector-emitter voltage VCE constant
Wrong parameter relation
An LED is constructed from a pn junction based on a certain semi-conducting material whose energy gap is 1.9 eV. Then the wavelength of the emitted light is
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E = hc/λ
Energy of emitted photon = band gap energy E = hc/λ = 1.9 eV
Given hc = 1240 eV·nm
λ = 1240/1.9 = 652.6 nm = 6.5×10⁻⁷ m
Wrong unit conversion
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Use photon energy relation
E = hc/λ
Energy of emitted photon = band gap energy E = hc/λ = 1.9 eV
Given hc = 1240 eV·nm
λ = 1240/1.9 = 652.6 nm = 6.5×10⁻⁷ m
Wrong unit conversion
The polarizing angle of glass is 57°. A ray of light which is incident at this angle will have an angle of refraction as
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tan ip = n
At polarizing angle, reflected and refracted rays are perpendicular
ip + r = 90° where ip = 57°
Therefore r = 33°
Not using 90° relation
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Use Brewster's law
tan ip = n
At polarizing angle, reflected and refracted rays are perpendicular
ip + r = 90° where ip = 57°
Therefore r = 33°
Not using 90° relation
To observe diffraction, the size of the obstacle
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d ≈ λ
Diffraction occurs when wave encounters obstacle
Significant diffraction when obstacle size ≈ wavelength
Too large or small obstacles don't show clear diffraction
Not relating size to wavelength
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Compare obstacle size to wavelength
d ≈ λ
Diffraction occurs when wave encounters obstacle
Significant diffraction when obstacle size ≈ wavelength
Too large or small obstacles don't show clear diffraction
Not relating size to wavelength
Calculate the focal length of a reading glass of a person if his distance of distinct vision is 75 cm
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1/f = 1/v - 1/u
For normal vision, object at 25 cm forms image at 75 cm
Use lens formula 1/f = 1/v - 1/u
1/f = 1/-75 + 1/25 = 2/75, so f = 37.5 cm
Wrong sign convention
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Consider near and far points
1/f = 1/v - 1/u
For normal vision, object at 25 cm forms image at 75 cm
Use lens formula 1/f = 1/v - 1/u
1/f = 1/-75 + 1/25 = 2/75, so f = 37.5 cm
Wrong sign convention
A person wants a real image of his own, 3 times enlarged. Where should he stand in front of a concave mirror of radius of curvature 30 cm?
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1/f = 1/v - 1/u, m = -v/u
Use mirror formula 1/f = 1/v - 1/u and m = -v/u = 3
f = R/2 = 15 cm, substitute m = -3
Solve to get u = 20 cm
Wrong focal length calculation
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Consider magnification relation
1/f = 1/v - 1/u, m = -v/u
Use mirror formula 1/f = 1/v - 1/u and m = -v/u = 3
f = R/2 = 15 cm, substitute m = -3
Solve to get u = 20 cm
Wrong focal length calculation
If ε₀ and μ₀ are the permittivity and permeability of free space and ε and μ are the corresponding quantities for a medium, then refractive index of the medium is
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n = c₀/v = √(με/μ₀ε₀)
Refractive index n = c₀/v where c₀ is speed in vacuum
v = 1/√(με) and c₀ = 1/√(μ₀ε₀)
n = √(με/μ₀ε₀)
Wrong root combination
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Connect EM wave speed to medium properties
n = c₀/v = √(με/μ₀ε₀)
Refractive index n = c₀/v where c₀ is speed in vacuum
v = 1/√(με) and c₀ = 1/√(μ₀ε₀)
n = √(με/μ₀ε₀)
Wrong root combination
In a transistor, the collector current varies by 0.49 mA and emitter current varies by 0.50 mA. Current gain β measured is
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β = ΔIC/ΔIB
Calculate change in base current: ΔIB = ΔIE - ΔIC
β = ΔIC/ΔIB = 0.49/(0.50-0.49) = 49
Verify using IE = IC + IB relationship
Students might use wrong current ratio
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Consider current relationships
β = ΔIC/ΔIB
Calculate change in base current: ΔIB = ΔIE - ΔIC
β = ΔIC/ΔIB = 0.49/(0.50-0.49) = 49
Verify using IE = IC + IB relationship
Students might use wrong current ratio
Constant DC voltage is required from a variable AC voltage. Which of the following is the correct order of operation?
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AC → DC conversion
Analyze function of each component
Determine logical sequence of operations
Rectification first, then smoothing, then regulation
Students might mix up order
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Consider signal processing order
AC → DC conversion
Analyze function of each component
Determine logical sequence of operations
Rectification first, then smoothing, then regulation
Students might mix up order
A ray of light suffers a minimum deviation when incident on an equilateral prism of refractive index √2. The angle of incidence is
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i = e, A = r₁ + r₂
For minimum deviation: i = e and r₁ = r₂
In equilateral prism, A = 60° = r₁ + r₂
Calculate i using n = sin(i)/sin(r) = √2
Students might forget minimum deviation condition
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Consider minimum deviation condition
i = e, A = r₁ + r₂
For minimum deviation: i = e and r₁ = r₂
In equilateral prism, A = 60° = r₁ + r₂
Calculate i using n = sin(i)/sin(r) = √2
Students might forget minimum deviation condition
Light of wavelength 600 ηm is incident normally on a slit of width 0.2 mm. The angular width of central maxima in the diffraction pattern is (measured from minimum to minimum)
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θ = 2λ/a
Use formula for angular width: θ = 2λ/a
Convert units: λ = 600×10⁻⁹m, a = 0.2×10⁻³m
Calculate θ = 2(600×10⁻⁹)/(0.2×10⁻³) = 6×10⁻³ rad
Students might use wrong formula
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Consider first minima on both sides
θ = 2λ/a
Use formula for angular width: θ = 2λ/a
Convert units: λ = 600×10⁻⁹m, a = 0.2×10⁻³m
Calculate θ = 2(600×10⁻⁹)/(0.2×10⁻³) = 6×10⁻³ rad
Students might use wrong formula
For what distance is ray optics is a good approximation when the aperture is 4 mm and the wavelength of light is 400 ηm?
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D = a²/λ
Use Fresnel distance formula: D = a²/λ
Convert units to meters
Calculate: D = (4×10⁻³)²/(400×10⁻⁹) = 40m
Students might use wrong units
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Consider Fresnel number criterion
D = a²/λ
Use Fresnel distance formula: D = a²/λ
Convert units to meters
Calculate: D = (4×10⁻³)²/(400×10⁻⁹) = 40m
Students might use wrong units
In Young's double-slit experiment the source is white light. One slit is covered with red filter and other with blue filter. There shall be
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λ = d sinθ
Consider coherence requirement
Different wavelengths have different phases
No fixed phase relationship between different colors
Students might expect color mixing
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Need same wavelength for interference
λ = d sinθ
Consider coherence requirement
Different wavelengths have different phases
No fixed phase relationship between different colors
Students might expect color mixing
Focal length of a convex lens is 20 cm and its RI is 1.5. It produces an erect, enlarged image if the distance of the object from the lens is
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1/v - 1/u = 1/f
For erect and enlarged image, object must be between F and optical center
Distance must be less than focal length (20 cm)
Choose 15 cm as it satisfies conditions
Students might place object beyond F
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Consider image formation rules
1/v - 1/u = 1/f
For erect and enlarged image, object must be between F and optical center
Distance must be less than focal length (20 cm)
Choose 15 cm as it satisfies conditions
Students might place object beyond F
A plane glass plate is placed over various coloured letters (violet, green, yellow, red). The letter which appears to raise more
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μ = A + B/λ²
Consider refractive index variation with wavelength
Shorter wavelength has higher refractive index
Violet light shows maximum apparent shift
Students might think red shows more shift
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Use dispersion relationship
μ = A + B/λ²
Consider refractive index variation with wavelength
Shorter wavelength has higher refractive index
Violet light shows maximum apparent shift
Students might think red shows more shift
Which of the following semiconducting devices is used as a voltage regulator?
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V = Vz in breakdown
Consider device characteristics
Zener operates in reverse breakdown
Maintains constant voltage in breakdown
Not understanding breakdown voltage
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Zener voltage is constant in breakdown
V = Vz in breakdown
Consider device characteristics
Zener operates in reverse breakdown
Maintains constant voltage in breakdown
Not understanding breakdown voltage
A source of sound is moving with a velocity of 50 ms⁻¹ towards the stationary observer. The observer measures the frequency of sound as 500 Hz. The apparent frequency when source moves away with same speed is (Speed of sound at room temperature 350 ms⁻¹)
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f' = f[(v±vo)/(v∓vs)]
Use Doppler effect formula: f' = f[(v±vo)/(v∓vs)] where v is sound speed
For approaching source: 500 = f(350/[350-50]), solve for f
For receding source: f' = 428.6(350/[350+50]) = 375 Hz
Students may forget sign changes
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Use same original frequency for both cases
f' = f[(v±vo)/(v∓vs)]
Use Doppler effect formula: f' = f[(v±vo)/(v∓vs)] where v is sound speed
For approaching source: 500 = f(350/[350-50]), solve for f
For receding source: f' = 428.6(350/[350+50]) = 375 Hz
Students may forget sign changes
According to Huygens' principle, during refraction of light from air to a denser medium
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v = fλ
Consider frequency remains constant
λ = v/f where v decreases in denser medium
Since f is constant, λ must decrease
Thinking wavelength remains constant
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Both speed and wavelength change together
v = fλ
Consider frequency remains constant
λ = v/f where v decreases in denser medium
Since f is constant, λ must decrease
Thinking wavelength remains constant
In a system of two crossed polarizers, it is found that the intensity of light from the second polarizer is half from that of the first polariser. The angle between their pass axes is
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I = I₀cos²θ
Use Malus's law: I = I₀cos²θ
Given I = I₀/2, solve for θ
cos²θ = 1/2 gives θ = 45°
Not using correct form of Malus's law
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Intensity varies as square of cosine
I = I₀cos²θ
Use Malus's law: I = I₀cos²θ
Given I = I₀/2, solve for θ
cos²θ = 1/2 gives θ = 45°
Not using correct form of Malus's law
In the three parts of a transistor, 'Emitter is of
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IE = IB + IC
Consider transistor structure
Emitter supplies majority carriers
Must be heavily doped for sufficient carriers
Not understanding doping effects
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Doping affects current gain
IE = IB + IC
Consider transistor structure
Emitter supplies majority carriers
Must be heavily doped for sufficient carriers
Not understanding doping effects
The energy gap in case of which of the following is less than 3 eV?
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Eg < 3 eV for semiconductors
Compare energy gaps
Semiconductors have smaller gaps than metals
Germanium has gap of 0.72 eV
Confusing metals and semiconductors
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Metals have overlapping bands
Eg < 3 eV for semiconductors
Compare energy gaps
Semiconductors have smaller gaps than metals
Germanium has gap of 0.72 eV
Confusing metals and semiconductors
In Young's double-slit experiment if yellow light is replaced by blue light, the interference fringes become
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β = λD/d
Consider wavelength dependence of fringe width
β = λD/d where λ_blue < λ_yellow
Smaller wavelength gives smaller fringe width
Not relating wavelength to fringe width
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Fringe width directly proportional to wavelength
β = λD/d
Consider wavelength dependence of fringe width
β = λD/d where λ_blue < λ_yellow
Smaller wavelength gives smaller fringe width
Not relating wavelength to fringe width
During scattering of light, the amount of scattering is inversely proportional to _______ of the wavelength of light
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I ∝ 1/λ⁴
Apply Rayleigh scattering law
Intensity I ∝ 1/λ⁴
This explains why sky is blue (shorter wavelengths scattered more)
Confusing power in relationship
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Remember fourth power relationship
I ∝ 1/λ⁴
Apply Rayleigh scattering law
Intensity I ∝ 1/λ⁴
This explains why sky is blue (shorter wavelengths scattered more)
Confusing power in relationship
A linear object of height 10 cm is kept in front of a concave mirror of radius of curvature 15 cm, at a distance of 10 cm. The image formed is
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1/f = 1/u + 1/v, m = -v/u
Use mirror formula: 1/f = 1/u + 1/v
Calculate f = R/2 = 7.5 cm, then find v
Calculate magnification: m = -v/u
Not considering sign conventions
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For real image, v is negative
1/f = 1/u + 1/v, m = -v/u
Use mirror formula: 1/f = 1/u + 1/v
Calculate f = R/2 = 7.5 cm, then find v
Calculate magnification: m = -v/u
Not considering sign conventions
According to Cartesian sign convention, in ray optics
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No specific formula
Consider light ray direction
Distances measured in direction of incident ray are positive
Distances opposite to incident ray are negative
Not having consistent sign convention
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Use incident ray direction as reference
No specific formula
Consider light ray direction
Distances measured in direction of incident ray are positive
Distances opposite to incident ray are negative
Not having consistent sign convention
The dc common-emitter current gain of a n-p-n transistor is 50. The potential difference applied across the collector and emitter of a transistor used in CE configuration is, V_CE = 2V. If the collector resistance, R_C = 4Ω k, the base current (I_B) and the collector current (I_C) are
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β = I_C/I_B
Calculate I_C using Ohm's law: I_C = V_CE/R_C
Use β = I_C/I_B to find I_B
Check units and magnitudes
Not converting units
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Consider current amplification
β = I_C/I_B
Calculate I_C using Ohm's law: I_C = V_CE/R_C
Use β = I_C/I_B to find I_B
Check units and magnitudes
Not converting units
The density of an electron-hole pair in pure germanium is 3×10¹⁶ m⁻³ at room temperature. On doping with aluminium, the hole density increases to 4.5×10²² m⁻³. Now the electron density (in m⁻³) in doped germanium will be
🥳 Wohoo! Correct answer
n_i² = np
Use n_i² = np for semiconductors
Given initial n_i = 3×10¹⁶, p = 4.5×10²²
Calculate n = n_i²/p
Not using mass action law
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Consider law of mass action
n_i² = np
Use n_i² = np for semiconductors
Given initial n_i = 3×10¹⁶, p = 4.5×10²²
Calculate n = n_i²/p
Not using mass action law
If A = 1 and B = 0, then in terms of Boolean algebra, Ā + B =
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Boolean laws
Substitute A = 1, B = 0
Calculate Ā = 0
Add: 0 + 0 = 0 = B
Not following Boolean rules
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Apply Boolean algebra rules
Boolean laws
Substitute A = 1, B = 0
Calculate Ā = 0
Add: 0 + 0 = 0 = B
Not following Boolean rules
In a CE amplifier, the input ac signal to be amplified is applied across
🥳 Wohoo! Correct answer
None
Understand CE configuration
Note biasing requirements
Identify input junction
Confusing biasing
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Consider biasing for amplification
None
Understand CE configuration
Note biasing requirements
Identify input junction
Confusing biasing
In Young's double-slit experiment, slits are separated by 2 mm and the screen is placed at a distance of 1.2 m from the slits. Light consisting of two wavelengths 6500 Å and 5200 Å is used to obtain interference fringes. Then the separation between the fourth bright fringes of two different patterns produced by the two wavelengths is
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β = λD/d
Use formula for fringe width: β = λD/d
Calculate separation for both wavelengths
Find difference for 4th order
Not converting units
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Convert units carefully
β = λD/d
Use formula for fringe width: β = λD/d
Calculate separation for both wavelengths
Find difference for 4th order
Not converting units
In Young's double-slit experiment, two wavelengths λ₁ = 780 nm and λ₂ = 520 nm are used to obtain interference fringes. If the nth bright band due to λ₁ coincides with (n+1)th bright band due to λ₂, then the value of n is
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nλ₁ = (n+1)λ₂
Write equations for position of bright bands: nλ₁ = (n+1)λ₂
Substitute values: n(780) = (n+1)(520)
Solve for n: n = 2
Not setting up equation correctly
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Consider band overlap condition
nλ₁ = (n+1)λ₂
Write equations for position of bright bands: nλ₁ = (n+1)λ₂
Substitute values: n(780) = (n+1)(520)
Solve for n: n = 2
Not setting up equation correctly
In a Fraunhofer diffraction at a single slit, if yellow light illuminating the slit is replaced by blue light, then diffraction bands
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θ = λ/a
Remember diffraction angle depends on wavelength
Blue light has shorter wavelength than yellow
Use formula θ = λ/a to compare
Not relating wavelength to width
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Consider wavelength dependency
θ = λ/a
Remember diffraction angle depends on wavelength
Blue light has shorter wavelength than yellow
Use formula θ = λ/a to compare
Not relating wavelength to width
A plane wavefront of wavelength λ is incident on a single slit of width a. The angular width of the principal maximum is
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sin θ = λ/a
Use diffraction formula for single slit
Angular width of principal maximum = λ/a
Note this is for first minimum
Not considering width
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Consider geometry of diffraction
sin θ = λ/a
Use diffraction formula for single slit
Angular width of principal maximum = λ/a
Note this is for first minimum
Not considering width
A candle placed 25 cm from a lens forms an image on the screen placed 75 cm on the other side of the lens. The focal length and type of the lens should be
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1/f = 1/v - 1/u
Use lens formula: 1/f = 1/v - 1/u
Put u = -25 cm, v = 75 cm
Calculate f = (u×v)/(u+v) = 18.75 cm
Confusing lens type
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Real image means convex lens
1/f = 1/v - 1/u
Use lens formula: 1/f = 1/v - 1/u
Put u = -25 cm, v = 75 cm
Calculate f = (u×v)/(u+v) = 18.75 cm
Confusing lens type
An object is placed at a distance of 20 cm from the pole of a concave mirror of focal length 10 cm. The distance of the image formed is
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1/f = 1/v + 1/u
Use mirror formula: 1/f = 1/v + 1/u
Put f = -10 cm, u = -20 cm
Solve for v: v = -20 cm
Not using sign conventions
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Note sign conventions for mirrors
1/f = 1/v + 1/u
Use mirror formula: 1/f = 1/v + 1/u
Put f = -10 cm, u = -20 cm
Solve for v: v = -20 cm
Not using sign conventions
An object is placed at the principal focus of a convex mirror. The image will be at
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1/f = 1/v + 1/u
Recall mirror formula: 1/f = 1/v + 1/u
Put u = f in the formula
Note that when object is at F, no image is formed
Confusing with lens
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Consider ray diagram for special cases
1/f = 1/v + 1/u
Recall mirror formula: 1/f = 1/v + 1/u
Put u = f in the formula
Note that when object is at F, no image is formed
Confusing with lens
A certain prism is found to produce a minimum deviation of 38°. It produces a deviation of 44° when the angle of incidence is either 42° or 62°. What is the angle of incidence when it is undergoing minimum deviation?
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δm = 2i - A
At minimum deviation, i = e and i₁ = i₂
A = 2i - δm where A is apex angle
Calculate i = (A + δm)/2 = 49°
Not using symmetry condition
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Use minimum deviation conditions
δm = 2i - A
At minimum deviation, i = e and i₁ = i₂
A = 2i - δm where A is apex angle
Calculate i = (A + δm)/2 = 49°
Not using symmetry condition
The phenomenon involved in the reflection of radio-waves by ionosphere is similar to
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n = √(1-ωp²/ω²)
Radio waves bend due to varying refractive index
Similar to light bending in heated air
Both involve gradual change in refractive index
Not understanding ionosphere properties
😢 Uh oh! Incorrect answer, Try again
Consider refractive index variation
n = √(1-ωp²/ω²)
Radio waves bend due to varying refractive index
Similar to light bending in heated air
Both involve gradual change in refractive index
Not understanding ionosphere properties
The conductivity of semiconductor increases with increase in temperature because
🥳 Wohoo! Correct answer
σ = ne²τ/m
Conductivity σ = ne²τ/m where n is carrier density and τ is relaxation time
Temperature increase causes: 1) More electrons excited to conduction band (n increases exponentially) 2) More collisions (τ decreases)
Net effect is increase in conductivity as n increase dominates τ decrease
Not considering competing effects
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Consider competing effects of temperature
σ = ne²τ/m
Conductivity σ = ne²τ/m where n is carrier density and τ is relaxation time
Temperature increase causes: 1) More electrons excited to conduction band (n increases exponentially) 2) More collisions (τ decreases)
Net effect is increase in conductivity as n increase dominates τ decrease
Not considering competing effects
In Young's double slit experiment, using monochromatic light of wavelength λ, the intensity of light at a point on the screen where path difference is λ is K units. The intensity of light at a point where path difference is λ/3 is
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I = 4I₀cos²(πx/λ)
Use I = I₀cos²(πx/λ)
For λ/3, phase difference = 2π/3
Calculate I = K/4
Forgetting phase-intensity relation
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Use intensity equation with phase difference
I = 4I₀cos²(πx/λ)
Use I = I₀cos²(πx/λ)
For λ/3, phase difference = 2π/3
Calculate I = K/4
Forgetting phase-intensity relation
A positive hole in a semiconductor is
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Semiconductor bonding
In semiconductors, covalent bonds hold electrons between atoms. When electron leaves bond, creates vacancy.
This vacancy (hole) can move as other electrons fill it, leaving new hole. Acts like positive charge.
Hole is not a physical particle but absence of electron in covalent bond.
Thinking hole is real particle
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Think about electron-hole pair creation
Semiconductor bonding
In semiconductors, covalent bonds hold electrons between atoms. When electron leaves bond, creates vacancy.
This vacancy (hole) can move as other electrons fill it, leaving new hole. Acts like positive charge.
Hole is not a physical particle but absence of electron in covalent bond.
Thinking hole is real particle
In young's Double Slit Experiment, the distance between the slits and the screen is 1.2 m and the distance between the two slits is 2.4 mm. If a thin transparent mica sheet of thickness 1 μm and R.I. 1.5 is introduced between one of the interfering beams, the shift in the position of central bright fringe is
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y = DΔx/d
Introduction of mica creates path difference: Δx = t(μ-1) where t is thickness and μ is refractive index. Calculate Δx = 1×10⁻⁶(1.5-1) = 0.5×10⁻⁶ m.
Shift in fringe position is given by: y = DΔx/d where D is screen distance and d is slit separation.
Calculate: y = (1.2×0.5×10⁻⁶)/(2.4×10⁻³) = 0.25×10⁻³ m = 0.25 mm
Not considering refractive index effect
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Remember phase change due to optical path difference
y = DΔx/d
Introduction of mica creates path difference: Δx = t(μ-1) where t is thickness and μ is refractive index. Calculate Δx = 1×10⁻⁶(1.5-1) = 0.5×10⁻⁶ m.
Shift in fringe position is given by: y = DΔx/d where D is screen distance and d is slit separation.
Calculate: y = (1.2×0.5×10⁻⁶)/(2.4×10⁻³) = 0.25×10⁻³ m = 0.25 mm
Not considering refractive index effect
Two poles are separated by a distance of 3.14 m. The resolving power of human eye is 1 minute of an arc. The maximum distance from which he can identify the two poles distinctly is
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θ = d/D
Start with angular resolution formula: θ = d/D where θ is minimum angle (in radians), d is separation, D is distance. Convert 1 minute to radians: θ = (1/60)×(π/180) radians.
Use the formula: 3.14/D = (1/60)×(π/180). Here 3.14 m is the separation (d) and D is the distance we need to find.
Solve for D: D = 3.14×60×180/π = 10.8 km. This is maximum distance for distinct vision.
Not converting angle to radians
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Convert angular measurements to radians
θ = d/D
Start with angular resolution formula: θ = d/D where θ is minimum angle (in radians), d is separation, D is distance. Convert 1 minute to radians: θ = (1/60)×(π/180) radians.
Use the formula: 3.14/D = (1/60)×(π/180). Here 3.14 m is the separation (d) and D is the distance we need to find.
Solve for D: D = 3.14×60×180/π = 10.8 km. This is maximum distance for distinct vision.
Not converting angle to radians
Three polaroid sheets P₁, P₂ and P₃ are kept parallel to each other such that the angle between pass axes of P₁ and P₂ is 45° and that between P₂ and P₃ is 45°. If unpolarised beam of light of intensity 128 Wm⁻² is incident on P₁. What is the intensity of light coming out of P₃?
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I = I₀cos²θ
For unpolarized light through first polaroid: I₁ = I₀/2 = 128/2 = 64 Wm⁻².
For second polaroid: I₂ = I₁cos²θ = 64cos²45° = 32 Wm⁻².
For third polaroid: I₃ = I₂cos²45° = 32cos²45° = 16 Wm⁻². Each polaroid reduces intensity according to Malus's law.
Not applying Malus's law correctly
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Apply Malus's law at each stage
I = I₀cos²θ
For unpolarized light through first polaroid: I₁ = I₀/2 = 128/2 = 64 Wm⁻².
For second polaroid: I₂ = I₁cos²θ = 64cos²45° = 32 Wm⁻².
For third polaroid: I₃ = I₂cos²45° = 32cos²45° = 16 Wm⁻². Each polaroid reduces intensity according to Malus's law.
Not applying Malus's law correctly
The refracting angle of prism is A and refractive index of material of prism is cot(A/2). The angle of minimum deviation is
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d = 2i - A, sin(i) = n sin(r)
At minimum deviation: i = e and r₁ = r₂ = A/2. Also, sin(i) = n sin(r) where n = cot(A/2).
Use relation: d = 2i - A where d is deviation angle. At minimum deviation, i = A/2 + d/2.
Solve to get d = 180° - 2A. The given n = cot(A/2) leads to this specific result.
Not using minimum deviation conditions
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Remember minimum deviation conditions
d = 2i - A, sin(i) = n sin(r)
At minimum deviation: i = e and r₁ = r₂ = A/2. Also, sin(i) = n sin(r) where n = cot(A/2).
Use relation: d = 2i - A where d is deviation angle. At minimum deviation, i = A/2 + d/2.
Solve to get d = 180° - 2A. The given n = cot(A/2) leads to this specific result.
Not using minimum deviation conditions
An object approaches a convergent lens from the left of the lens with a uniform speed 5 m/s and stops at the focus, the image
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1/f = 1/u + 1/v
Use lens formula: 1/f = 1/u + 1/v. As object moves, u changes uniformly but relationship with v is not linear.
When object is at focus, image is at infinity. As object approaches focus, v changes non-linearly due to inverse relationship.
Image moves away with increasing speed (non-uniform acceleration) due to non-linear nature of lens equation.
Assuming linear image motion
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Consider non-linear nature of lens formula
1/f = 1/u + 1/v
Use lens formula: 1/f = 1/u + 1/v. As object moves, u changes uniformly but relationship with v is not linear.
When object is at focus, image is at infinity. As object approaches focus, v changes non-linearly due to inverse relationship.
Image moves away with increasing speed (non-uniform acceleration) due to non-linear nature of lens equation.
Assuming linear image motion
A light beam of intensity 20 W/cm² is incident normally on a perfectly reflecting surface of sides 25 cm×15 cm. The momentum imparted to the surface by the light per second is
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p = 2E/c for perfect reflection
First calculate total energy received per second: Power = Intensity × Area = 20 W/cm² × (25×15) cm² = 7500 W
For perfectly reflecting surface, momentum change is 2E/c (twice incident momentum due to reflection). E = Power × time = 7500 J
Calculate: p = 2E/c = 2×7500/3×10⁸ = 5×10⁻⁵ kg m/s
Not considering double momentum change
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Remember reflection doubles momentum change
p = 2E/c for perfect reflection
First calculate total energy received per second: Power = Intensity × Area = 20 W/cm² × (25×15) cm² = 7500 W
For perfectly reflecting surface, momentum change is 2E/c (twice incident momentum due to reflection). E = Power × time = 7500 J
Calculate: p = 2E/c = 2×7500/3×10⁸ = 5×10⁻⁵ kg m/s
Not considering double momentum change
Identify the incorrect statement [about P-N junction]
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I = I₀(e^(qV/kT) - 1)
Let's analyze each statement. Statement 1: Correct - forward bias reduces depletion width by pushing carriers towards junction.
Statement 2: Correct - reverse bias increases barrier width and potential. Statement 3: Correct - photodiodes operate in reverse bias for better photon detection.
Statement 4: Incorrect - LEDs are heavily (not lightly) doped to increase recombination probability and light emission efficiency.
Confusing doping requirements
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LED needs high carrier concentration for efficient recombination
I = I₀(e^(qV/kT) - 1)
Let's analyze each statement. Statement 1: Correct - forward bias reduces depletion width by pushing carriers towards junction.
Statement 2: Correct - reverse bias increases barrier width and potential. Statement 3: Correct - photodiodes operate in reverse bias for better photon detection.
Statement 4: Incorrect - LEDs are heavily (not lightly) doped to increase recombination probability and light emission efficiency.
Confusing doping requirements
Which of the statements are correct with reference to single slit diffraction pattern? (i) Fringes are of unequal width (ii) Fringes are of equal width (iii) Light energy is conserved (iv) Intensities of all bright fringes are equal
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I = I₀(sin α/α)², α = πa sin θ/λ
Let's analyze each statement. In single slit diffraction, the angular separation between successive minima increases, making fringes unequal in width. Statement (i) is correct.
The intensity pattern follows a sinc² function, meaning central maximum has highest intensity and secondary maxima have decreasing intensities. Statement (iv) is incorrect.
Light energy is indeed conserved - the total energy in the pattern equals incident energy, just redistributed. Statement (iii) is correct. Statement (ii) about equal width is incorrect.
Confusing with double slit pattern
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Secondary maxima have decreasing intensities
I = I₀(sin α/α)², α = πa sin θ/λ
Let's analyze each statement. In single slit diffraction, the angular separation between successive minima increases, making fringes unequal in width. Statement (i) is correct.
The intensity pattern follows a sinc² function, meaning central maximum has highest intensity and secondary maxima have decreasing intensities. Statement (iv) is incorrect.
Light energy is indeed conserved - the total energy in the pattern equals incident energy, just redistributed. Statement (iii) is correct. Statement (ii) about equal width is incorrect.
Confusing with double slit pattern
A slit of width 'a' is illuminated by red light of wavelength 6500Å. If the first diffraction minimum falls at 30°, then the value of 'a' is
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asin θ = nλ, n=1 for first minimum
Let's use the condition for first diffraction minimum: asin θ = λ. Here θ = 30° and λ = 6500Å.
Substitute the values: a×sin(30°) = 6500Å. Remember to convert Å to appropriate units (1Å = 10⁻¹⁰m).
Solving for 'a': a = 6500×10⁻¹⁰/0.5 = 1.3×10⁻⁶m = 1.3 micron
Unit conversion errors
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For first minimum, path difference equals wavelength
asin θ = nλ, n=1 for first minimum
Let's use the condition for first diffraction minimum: asin θ = λ. Here θ = 30° and λ = 6500Å.
Substitute the values: a×sin(30°) = 6500Å. Remember to convert Å to appropriate units (1Å = 10⁻¹⁰m).
Solving for 'a': a = 6500×10⁻¹⁰/0.5 = 1.3×10⁻⁶m = 1.3 micron
Unit conversion errors
The size of the image of an object, which is at infinity, as formed by a convex lens of focal length 30cm is 2cm. If a concave lens of focal length 20cm is placed between the convex lens and the image at a distance of 26cm from the lens, the new size of the image is:
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1/f = 1/v - 1/u, m = v/u
First, find the position of the initial image: Since object is at infinity, first image forms at focal point of convex lens (30cm). Image size is 2cm. This image acts as object for concave lens.
For concave lens, u = 30-26 = 4cm (distance from concave lens to first image). Using lens formula 1/f = 1/v - 1/u with f = -20cm.
Calculate new image size using magnification formula m = v/u. The negative sign of focal length and proper substitution gives final image size of 2.5cm.
Wrong sign convention usage
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Treat image of first lens as object for second lens
1/f = 1/v - 1/u, m = v/u
First, find the position of the initial image: Since object is at infinity, first image forms at focal point of convex lens (30cm). Image size is 2cm. This image acts as object for concave lens.
For concave lens, u = 30-26 = 4cm (distance from concave lens to first image). Using lens formula 1/f = 1/v - 1/u with f = -20cm.
Calculate new image size using magnification formula m = v/u. The negative sign of focal length and proper substitution gives final image size of 2.5cm.
Wrong sign convention usage
If the refractive index from air to glass is 3/2 and that from air to water is 4/3, then the ratio of focal lengths of a glass lens in water and in air is
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f ∝ 1/(µ-1)
In air, the focal length depends on (µg-1) where µg = 3/2. Let's call this f₁.
In water, we need to use relative refractive index µg/µw = (3/2)/(4/3) = 9/8. Now focal length depends on (µg/µw-1) = 1/8.
The ratio fw:fa = (µg-1):(µg/µw-1) = (1/2):(1/8) = 4:1. This shows the focal length increases by a factor of 4 when the lens is placed in water.
Forgetting to use relative refractive index
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Consider relative refractive index when lens is in liquid
f ∝ 1/(µ-1)
In air, the focal length depends on (µg-1) where µg = 3/2. Let's call this f₁.
In water, we need to use relative refractive index µg/µw = (3/2)/(4/3) = 9/8. Now focal length depends on (µg/µw-1) = 1/8.
The ratio fw:fa = (µg-1):(µg/µw-1) = (1/2):(1/8) = 4:1. This shows the focal length increases by a factor of 4 when the lens is placed in water.
Forgetting to use relative refractive index
In refraction, light waves are bent on passing from one medium to second medium because, in the second medium.
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v = fλ, n = c/v
When light enters a new medium, let's consider what actually changes. The frequency of light is determined by the source and remains constant across media.
The speed of light changes in different media due to different refractive indices. This change in speed causes the wavelength to change (since v = fλ), which results in bending of light at the interface.
The elasticity of the medium affects the speed, but it's not the direct cause. Amplitude changes don't cause bending. The fundamental cause is the change in wave speed.
Thinking frequency changes
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Remember frequency remains constant during refraction
v = fλ, n = c/v
When light enters a new medium, let's consider what actually changes. The frequency of light is determined by the source and remains constant across media.
The speed of light changes in different media due to different refractive indices. This change in speed causes the wavelength to change (since v = fλ), which results in bending of light at the interface.
The elasticity of the medium affects the speed, but it's not the direct cause. Amplitude changes don't cause bending. The fundamental cause is the change in wave speed.
Thinking frequency changes
Semiconductor resistivity at room temperature between:
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ρ = 1/σ
Semiconductors have resistivity between conductors (10⁻⁶Ω cm) and insulators (10¹⁰Ω cm)
At room temperature, typical range is 10⁻³-10⁻⁶Ω cm
This allows useful electronic properties - not too conducting, not too insulating!
Confusing with conductors
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Consider intermediate conduction
ρ = 1/σ
Semiconductors have resistivity between conductors (10⁻⁶Ω cm) and insulators (10¹⁰Ω cm)
At room temperature, typical range is 10⁻³-10⁻⁶Ω cm
This allows useful electronic properties - not too conducting, not too insulating!
Confusing with conductors
The forbidden energy gap for Ge crystal at 0K is:
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Eg = EC - EV
Energy gap is minimum energy needed to excite electron from valence to conduction band
For germanium (Ge), this gap is characteristic of semiconductor materials - smaller than insulators but larger than conductors
At 0K, Eg = 0.71 eV for Ge. Silicon has 1.1 eV, for comparison
Confusing with Si band gap
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Think about semiconductor properties
Eg = EC - EV
Energy gap is minimum energy needed to excite electron from valence to conduction band
For germanium (Ge), this gap is characteristic of semiconductor materials - smaller than insulators but larger than conductors
At 0K, Eg = 0.71 eV for Ge. Silicon has 1.1 eV, for comparison
Confusing with Si band gap
Focal length of convex lens maximum for:
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f = R/(μ-1)
Remember dispersion - different colors have different refractive indices
Focal length f = R/(μ-1). Refractive index μ is least for red light
Therefore, red light has maximum focal length. This is why red forms outer ring in chromatic aberration!
Mixing up dispersion order
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Consider dispersion order
f = R/(μ-1)
Remember dispersion - different colors have different refractive indices
Focal length f = R/(μ-1). Refractive index μ is least for red light
Therefore, red light has maximum focal length. This is why red forms outer ring in chromatic aberration!
Mixing up dispersion order
CD illuminated by white light shows colored bands due to:
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d(sinθ) = nλ
CD surface has microscopic tracks forming a diffraction grating. When white light hits these tracks...
Different wavelengths (colors) are diffracted at different angles according to d(sinθ) = nλ
This creates a spectrum of colors - similar to how a prism splits white light but through diffraction!
Confusing with interference
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Consider surface structure of CD
d(sinθ) = nλ
CD surface has microscopic tracks forming a diffraction grating. When white light hits these tracks...
Different wavelengths (colors) are diffracted at different angles according to d(sinθ) = nλ
This creates a spectrum of colors - similar to how a prism splits white light but through diffraction!
Confusing with interference
For light diverging from finite point source:
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I ∝ 1/r²
Consider light spreading out from a point source in all directions. Area of wavefront increases with square of distance.
Since energy must be conserved and spreads over increasing area, intensity must decrease as 1/r²
This is inverse square law - similar to gravitational and electric fields!
Forgetting area increase
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Think about energy conservation
I ∝ 1/r²
Consider light spreading out from a point source in all directions. Area of wavefront increases with square of distance.
Since energy must be conserved and spreads over increasing area, intensity must decrease as 1/r²
This is inverse square law - similar to gravitational and electric fields!
Forgetting area increase
In single slit diffraction (Fraunhofer), pattern is:
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sinθ = nλ/a
In Fraunhofer diffraction, light waves from different parts of slit interfere.
Central maximum is brightest because all waves arrive in phase. Secondary maxima occur with decreasing intensity.
Pattern shows central bright band with alternating dark and bright bands of decreasing intensity on both sides.
Confusing with double slit
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Think about phase differences
sinθ = nλ/a
In Fraunhofer diffraction, light waves from different parts of slit interfere.
Central maximum is brightest because all waves arrive in phase. Secondary maxima occur with decreasing intensity.
Pattern shows central bright band with alternating dark and bright bands of decreasing intensity on both sides.
Confusing with double slit
Fringe width for red compared to violet light is:
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β = λD/d
Fringe width β = λD/d where λ is wavelength, D is screen distance, d is slit separation.
Red light has longer wavelength than violet (λred ≈ 2λviolet). Other factors (D,d) remain same.
Therefore, βred/βviolet = λred/λviolet ≈ 2. Fringe width for red is double!
Forgetting wavelength ratio
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Consider wavelength dependence
β = λD/d
Fringe width β = λD/d where λ is wavelength, D is screen distance, d is slit separation.
Red light has longer wavelength than violet (λred ≈ 2λviolet). Other factors (D,d) remain same.
Therefore, βred/βviolet = λred/λviolet ≈ 2. Fringe width for red is double!
Forgetting wavelength ratio
In Young's double slit experiment, electron beam...
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β=λD/d
Use de Broglie wavelength λ=h/mv for both cases
Compare fringe widths β=λD/d
Since meλp so β₁>β₂
Wavelength relation
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Consider particle wavelength
β=λD/d
Use de Broglie wavelength λ=h/mv for both cases
Compare fringe widths β=λD/d
Since meλp so β₁>β₂
Wavelength relation
The final image formed by an astronomical telescope is
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M=-fo/fe
Analyze image formation by objective lens (real, inverted image)
Study image formation by eyepiece (virtual image of objective's image)
Final image remains inverted but is virtual and magnified
Image formation steps
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Consider both lenses
M=-fo/fe
Analyze image formation by objective lens (real, inverted image)
Study image formation by eyepiece (virtual image of objective's image)
Final image remains inverted but is virtual and magnified
Image formation steps
Convex lens focal length f between object and screen distance x. Magnification m, focal length is:
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f = uv/(u+v)
Use lens formula 1/v - 1/u = 1/f and magnification m = -v/u. Also given u + v = x
From m = -v/u, we get v = -mu. Substitute into u + v = x: u - mu = x
Solve for u, then use lens formula to get f = mx/(m+1)²
Mixing up v and u
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Consider relation between u, v, and x
f = uv/(u+v)
Use lens formula 1/v - 1/u = 1/f and magnification m = -v/u. Also given u + v = x
From m = -v/u, we get v = -mu. Substitute into u + v = x: u - mu = x
Solve for u, then use lens formula to get f = mx/(m+1)²
Mixing up v and u
Power of equi-concave lens -4.5, R.I. 1.6, radii of curvature is:
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1/f = (μ-1)(2/R)
For concave lens, power is negative. Use lens maker's formula: 1/f = (μ-1)(1/R₁ + 1/R₂). Here R₁ = -R₂ = R
Power = -4.5 D means f = -22.22 cm. For equi-concave, both radii are equal in magnitude but opposite in sign.
Solve: -4.5 = (0.6)(2/R), giving R = -26.6 cm. Check sign convention!
Forgetting sign convention
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Remember power is reciprocal of focal length in meters
1/f = (μ-1)(2/R)
For concave lens, power is negative. Use lens maker's formula: 1/f = (μ-1)(1/R₁ + 1/R₂). Here R₁ = -R₂ = R
Power = -4.5 D means f = -22.22 cm. For equi-concave, both radii are equal in magnitude but opposite in sign.
Solve: -4.5 = (0.6)(2/R), giving R = -26.6 cm. Check sign convention!
Forgetting sign convention
Ray through equilateral prism, angle of incidence equals emergence and each equals 3/4 of prism angle. Deviation is:
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D = i₁ + i₂ - A
In equilateral prism, all angles are 60°. Given i₁ = i₂ = (3/4)×60° = 45°
Total deviation D = i₁ + i₂ - A, where A is prism angle (60°)
D = 45° + 45° - 60° = 30°. This is minimum deviation condition as i₁ = i₂!
Forgetting angle relations
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Remember deviation formula
D = i₁ + i₂ - A
In equilateral prism, all angles are 60°. Given i₁ = i₂ = (3/4)×60° = 45°
Total deviation D = i₁ + i₂ - A, where A is prism angle (60°)
D = 45° + 45° - 60° = 30°. This is minimum deviation condition as i₁ = i₂!
Forgetting angle relations
When a p-n junction diode is in forward bias, which type of charge carriers flows in the connecting wire?
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I=nqvA
Analyze external circuit current
Electrons flow in wire
No other carriers in metal
Carrier confusion
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Consider metal conduction
I=nqvA
Analyze external circuit current
Electrons flow in wire
No other carriers in metal
Carrier confusion
A full-wave rectifier with diodes D₁ and D₂ is used to rectify 50 Hz alternating voltage. The diode D₁ conducts ________ times in one second
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f(conduction)=f(input)
Input frequency = 50 Hz
Each diode conducts for half cycle
Conduction frequency = 50 times/second
Full wave confusion
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Consider cycle frequency
f(conduction)=f(input)
Input frequency = 50 Hz
Each diode conducts for half cycle
Conduction frequency = 50 times/second
Full wave confusion
In the Young's double slit experiment, the intensity of light passing through each of the two double slits is 2×10⁻² Wm⁻². The screen-slit distance is very large in comparison with slit-slit distance. The fringe width is β. The distance between the central maximum and a point P on the screen is x=β/3. Then the total light intensity at that point is
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I=4I₀cos²(πx/β)
Use I=4I₀cos²(πx/β)
Substitute x=β/3
Calculate final intensity
Phase calculation
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Consider phase difference
I=4I₀cos²(πx/β)
Use I=4I₀cos²(πx/β)
Substitute x=β/3
Calculate final intensity
Phase calculation
An unpolarised light of intensity I is passed through two polaroids kept one after the other with their planes parallel to each other. The intensity of light emerging from second polaroid is I/4. The angle between the pass axes of the polaroids is
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I=I₀cos²θ
First polaroid: I₁=I/2
Second polaroid: I₂=I₁cos²θ
I/4=I/2cos²θ → θ=45°
Polarization confusion
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Consider Malus law
I=I₀cos²θ
First polaroid: I₁=I/2
Second polaroid: I₂=I₁cos²θ
I/4=I/2cos²θ → θ=45°
Polarization confusion
For a given pair of transparent media, the critical angle for which colour is maximum?
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θc = sin⁻¹(1/μ)
Critical angle sin⁻¹(1/μ)
μ varies with wavelength
Red has least μ, hence max critical angle
Dispersion relation
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Consider dispersion
θc = sin⁻¹(1/μ)
Critical angle sin⁻¹(1/μ)
μ varies with wavelength
Red has least μ, hence max critical angle
Dispersion relation
For a point object, which of the following always produces virtual image in air?
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1/f = -2/R
Analyze each optical element
Convex mirror: All reflected rays diverge
Image always behind mirror (virtual)
Ray diagram confusion
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Consider ray diagrams
1/f = -2/R
Analyze each optical element
Convex mirror: All reflected rays diverge
Image always behind mirror (virtual)
Ray diagram confusion
When light propagates through a given homogeneous medium, the velocities of
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v = fλ
According to Huygens principle, all wavelets travel with same speed
Primary wavefront is envelope of secondary wavelets
Both must have same velocity for wave propagation
Misunderstanding wavefront formation
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Consider wave envelope formation
v = fλ
According to Huygens principle, all wavelets travel with same speed
Primary wavefront is envelope of secondary wavelets
Both must have same velocity for wave propagation
Misunderstanding wavefront formation
A point object is moving at a constant speed of 1ms⁻¹ along the principal axis of a convex lens of focal length 10 cm. The speed of the image is also 1ms⁻¹, when the object is at ___cm from the optic centre of the lens
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1/v-1/u=1/f
Use lens formula and differentiate
When image speed equals object speed, v=u
Solve for object distance: u=2f=20cm
Sign convention
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Consider image formation
1/v-1/u=1/f
Use lens formula and differentiate
When image speed equals object speed, v=u
Solve for object distance: u=2f=20cm
Sign convention
An equiconvex lens made of glass of refractive index 3/2 has focal length f in air. It is completely immersed in water of refractive index 4/3. The percentage change in the focal length is
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1/f=(μ-1)(1/R₁-1/R₂)
Use lens maker's formula with μ₁/μ₂ ratio
Calculate new focal length with water
Percentage change = [(fl-fa)/fa]×100 = 300%
Index ratio error
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Consider relative refractive index
1/f=(μ-1)(1/R₁-1/R₂)
Use lens maker's formula with μ₁/μ₂ ratio
Calculate new focal length with water
Percentage change = [(fl-fa)/fa]×100 = 300%
Index ratio error
A p-n junction diode connected to battery 5.7V in series with resistant 5kΩ...
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I=(V-Vd)/R
Consider forward bias voltage drop 0.7V
Calculate effective voltage: 5.7-0.7=5V
Current=5V/5kΩ=1mA
Voltage drop
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Consider voltage drop
I=(V-Vd)/R
Consider forward bias voltage drop 0.7V
Calculate effective voltage: 5.7-0.7=5V
Current=5V/5kΩ=1mA
Voltage drop
Depletion region in an unbiased semiconductor diode is a region consisting of
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No formula involved
Understand formation of depletion region
Consider recombination of charge carriers
Region is depleted of mobile charges
Carrier distribution
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Think about charge carriers
No formula involved
Understand formation of depletion region
Consider recombination of charge carriers
Region is depleted of mobile charges
Carrier distribution
If the angle of minimum deviation is equal to angle of a prism for an equilateral prism, then the speed of light inside the prism is
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μ=c₀/c
Use μ=sin(A+dm)/2/sin(A/2) where A=60° and dm=60°
Calculate μ=sin60°/sin30°=√3
Find speed using c=c₀/μ=3×10⁸/√3=√3×10⁸ ms⁻¹
Refractive index relation
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Consider prism angle
μ=c₀/c
Use μ=sin(A+dm)/2/sin(A/2) where A=60° and dm=60°
Calculate μ=sin60°/sin30°=√3
Find speed using c=c₀/μ=3×10⁸/√3=√3×10⁸ ms⁻¹
Refractive index relation
The upper level of valence band and lower level of conduction band overlap in case of
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No formula involved
Compare band structures of different materials
Identify that conductors have overlapping bands
Copper shows band overlap as a conductor
Band theory
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Consider material properties
No formula involved
Compare band structures of different materials
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A galaxy is moving away from Earth so that spectral line at 600nm is observed at 601nm...
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v=cΔλ/λ
Use Doppler effect formula: Δλ/λ=v/c
Calculate v=c(Δλ/λ)=3×10⁸(1/600)
Convert to km/s: v=500 km/s
Unit conversion
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Consider wavelength shift
v=cΔλ/λ
Use Doppler effect formula: Δλ/λ=v/c
Calculate v=c(Δλ/λ)=3×10⁸(1/600)
Convert to km/s: v=500 km/s
Unit conversion