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1993
Q.1 (a) Differentiate between heat and temperature in the light of the molecular concept of matter. (5)
Q.1 (b) State perfect gas laws and show that they may be combined to give the equation of state of an ideal gas.
(1+1+1+3)
Q.2 (a) Explain the process of conduction of heat through a metallic rod. Give the factors on which the thermal
conduction depends. Define thermal conductivity and give its unit. (4+4+1+1)
1994
Q.1 (a) Define Molar specific heat of gases at constant volume and at constant pressure. (1+1)
Q.1 (b) Prove that for Mono atomic gases (7)
Q.1 (c) Calculate . (6)
Q.2 (a) State and explain the First law of thermodynamics. (1+4)
Q.2 (b) Apply this law to explain any two of the following:- (3+3)
(i) Isobaric process;
(ii) Isochoric process;
(iii) Isothermal process;
(iv) Adiabatic process.
1995
Q.1 (a) Explain the terms co-efficient of linear expansion and co-efficient of cubical expansion . (2+2)
Q.1 (b) Establish a mathematical relationship between the above two terms. (5)
Q.2 (a) Give the Kelvin and Clausius’s statements for the second law of thermodynamics. (2+2)
Q.2 (b) Describe Carnot’s cycle. Derive an expression for the efficiency of the Carnot engine. (5+2)
1996
Q.1 (b) State First law of thermodynamics and explain the terms used in it. Explain Isobaric process and
Isothermal process with the help of this law. (1+3+2.5+2.5)
Q.2 (b) State the basic assumptions of the kinetic molecular theory of gases. Show that the pressure of an ideal
gas is ̅̅̅̅ where is the density of gas. (3+6)

1997
Q.1 (c) Define Co-efficient of linear expansion and Co-efficient of cubical expansion. Give their units. Show that
where and have their usual meanings. (1+1+1+2)
Q.1 (d) What is a common example of a device based on thermal expansion? Describe briefly its
working. (1+2)
Q.2 (b) State Kelvin and Clausius's statements of the second law of thermodynamics. (1+1)
Q.2 (c) Describe Carnot cycle and derive an expression for its efficiency. (5+2)
1998
Q.1 (b) What are the basic assumptions of the Kinetic theory of gases? (3)
Starting from the equation ̅̅̅̅ , show that the absolute temperature of an ideal gas is directly
proportional to the average translational kinetic energy of the molecule. (4)
Verify Charles’s law on the basis of the kinetic theory of gases. (2)
Q.2 (b) What is Thermodynamics? (1)
State the two laws of Thermodynamics. (2)
Explain what do you mean by Isothermal and Adiabatic processes? (2+2)
1999
Q.1 (b) (i) What is Molar Specific heat? (1)
Why does a gas have two molar specific heats? Define them. (2+1)
(ii) Derive an expression for the difference of two molar specific heats of a gas. (5)
Q.1 (c) Show that for a monoatomic gas where the symbols and R have their usual meanings.(3)
Q.2 (b) (i) Give the two statements of Second law of Thermodynamics. (3)
(ii) What is a Carnot engine? (1)
Describe the various operations of a Carnot engine and obtain an expression for its efficiency.
(3+1)
(iii) Show that the efficiency of a Carnot engine is less than 100%. (1)
2000
Q.1 (b) State and explain Boyle’s law and Charles's law. (2+2)
Q.1 (c) Using the equation of pressure , verify Boyle’s law and Charle’s law on the basis of Kinetic
theory of gases. (2+2)
Q.2 (b) What is Thermodynamics? (1)
State and explain the First law of thermodynamics. (1+1)
Q.2 (c) On the basis of the first law of Thermodynamics, explain:- (2+2)
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2001
Q.1 (b) Show that . (4)
Q.1 (c) Deduce the General gas equation . (4)
Q.2 (b) Derive an expression for the efficiency of a Carnot’s engine. (2)
Draw a labeled graphical representation of the Carnot’s cycle. (2)
Q.2 (c) Prove that the Co-efficient of Cubical expansion is three times the Co-efficient of Linear expansion.
2002 P/M
Q.1 (b) Show that , where “ and “ have their usual meanings. (3)
Q.1 (c) Using the equation of pressure, , prove that the absolute temperature of an ideal gas is
proportional to the average translational kinetic energy of the molecule. (5)
Q.2 (b) What is Thermodynamics? Give two statements of the Second law of Thermodynamics. (1+2)
Q.2 (c) On the basis of the First law of Thermodynamics explain the following:- (2.5+2.5)
(i) Isothermal process;
(ii) Isobaric process.
2002 P/E
Q.1 (b) Verify Boyle’s law and Charles’s law on the basis of Kinetic theory of gases. (1.5+1.5)
Q.1 (c) Describe construction and working of a Carnot engine. (1+4)
Q.2 (b) Explain any One of the following:- (3)
(i) Isobaric process (ii) Adiabatic process
Q.2 (c) Describe the working of a Bimetallic strip as thermostat. (Draw necessary diagrams.) (4+1)
2003 P/M
Q.1 (b) What is Thermal expansion? Derive an expression for the Co-efficient of Linear expansion. (1+2)
Q.1 (c) Show that the difference between Molar Specific heat of a gas at constant pressure and Molar Specific
Heat of a gas at constant volume is equal to the Universal Gas Constant. (5)
Q.2 (b) Give Kelvin’s and Clausius’s statement for the Second Law of Thermodynamics and prove that they are
equivalent. (1+1+1)
Q.2 (c) Show that the pressure of an ideal gas is , where “ is the density of the gas. (5)

2003 P/E
Q.1 (b) State the basic assumptions of the Kinetic Molecular Theory of gases. (3)
Q.1 (c) Using the first law of Thermodynamics, prove the relation , where the symbols have their
usual meanings. (5)
Q.2 (b) Define the co-efficient of Linear Expansion and the co-efficient of Cubical Expansion and derive the
relation between them. (1+1+3)
Q.2 (c) Explain the concept of Entropy. Also state the Second law of Thermodynamics in terms of
Entropy. (2+1)
2004
Q.1 (b) Express a relation for Molar Specific Heat. (2)
Why are there two different Molar Specific Heats of a gas? Explain. (1)
Q.1 (c) Derive the expression , where the symbols have their usual meanings. (5)
Q.2 (b) Derive the relation , where = Co-efficient of Linear Expansion, = Co-efficient of Volume
Expansion. (3)
Q.2 (c) State the First Law of Thermodynamics and apply this law to:- (1+2+2)
(i) Isobaric process (ii) Isochoric process
2005
Q.1 (b) What do you understand by Thermal Expansion? (1)
What is the relation between co-efficient of linear expansion and co-efficient of volume expansion? Derive
0 0
the relation for the length of a rod at a given temperature t C when l0 is its length at 0 C. (1+2)
Q.1 (c) Briefly describe any two processes of thermodynamics. Draw the graph and give the mathematical
equation for each. (2+2)
Q.2 (b) Define Heat Capacity, Specific Heat and Molar Specific Heat. Write down their mathematical equations
and their units. (1+1+1)
Establish the relation between molar specific heat and common specific heat. (1)
Q.2 (c) What is a heat engine? (1)
Describe the working of a Carnot engine and derive the equation for its efficiency. (2+1)
2006
Q.1 (b) State the gas laws. How are they combined to give the equation of an ideal gas? (1+1+2)
st nd
Q.1 (c) State the 1 and 2 Laws of Thermodynamics. (1+1)
Describe briefly Isobaric process OR Adiabatic process with graphical representation. (2)
Q.2 (b) Using the equation for pressure , prove that the absolute temperature for an ideal gas is
proportional to the average translational K.E. of the molecules. (4)
st
Q.2 (c) Using the 1 Law of Thermodynamics, show that sum of molar specific heat of a gas at constant
volume and the molar gas constant is equal to the molar specific heat of the gas at constant pressure.
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(4)
2007
Q.1 (b) State the basic assumptions of the Kinetic Molecular Theory of gases. (3)
Q.1 (c) Show that the pressure of an ideal gas is , where represents the density of the gas. (4)
Verify Boyle’s Law on the basis of the Kinetic Theory. (1)
Q.2 (b) Define heat capacity, specific heat and molar specific heat. Write down the mathematical relations
and their units. (1+1+1)
Establish the equation of relation between the molar specific heat and common specific heat. (1)
Q.2 (c) Describe the complete operation of a Carnot engine and obtain an expression for its Efficiency. (4+1)

st
2008
Q.1 (b) Employing the 1 Law of Thermodynamics in two isotherms at different temperatures obtained in PV
diagram, show that . (3)
Why is the specific heat at constant pressure greater than the specific heat at constant volume? (1)
Q.1 (c) Define Linear Expansion. How does the concept of linear expansion help the fabrication of bimetallic
strips? (1+1)
Explain the working of a bimetallic strip in a thermostat. (2)
Q.2 (b) State and explain the First Law of Thermodynamics. (1+1)
st
On the basis of the 1 Law explain Isothermal OR Isobaric process. (2)
Q.2 (c) Using the relation deduce the expressions of the Boyle’s Law and the Charle’s Law. (2+2)

2009
Q.1 (b) Show that the average translational kinetic energy per molecule is directly proportional to the absolute
temperature. (3)
Q.1 (c) Derive a relation for the pressure of an ideal gas in terms of its density and mean square velocity.(5)
Q.2 (b) What do you mean by Entropy? (2)
Describe the Second Law of Thermodynamics in terms of Entropy. (1)
Q.2 (c) What is a Carnot Engine? Describe its working cycle. (1+3)
Prove that the efficiency of a Carnot engine is less than 100 percent above absolute temperature zero of
the sink. (1)
2010
Q.2 (i) Write down two statements of second law of thermodynamics and prove their equivalence. (2+2)
Q.3 (a) On the basis of Kinetic Theory of gases, derive an expression for the pressure of a gas. (5)
Also show that the absolute temperature of an ideal gas is directly proportional to the average
translational kinetic energy of the molecules. (2)
Q.5 (c) Using the First Law of Thermodynamics in two isotherms of an ideal gas at different temperatures, show
that (4)

2011
Q.3 (a) What is Carnot engine? Describe its construction, working and derive an expression for its efficiency.
(1+1+4+1)
2012
Q.2 (xiv) It is observed that when a mercury bulb of a glass thermometer is put in a flame, the column of mercury
first descends and then rises. Explain it. (4)
Q.3 (a) Derive a relation for the pressure of an ideal gas in terms of its density and mean square velocity. (7)
2013
Q.2 (viii) Define the co-efficient of Linear and Cubical expansion. Also prove that . (1+1+2)
Q.3 (a) Give the two statements of the Second law of Thermodynamics. On the basis of the First law of
Thermodynamics, explain Isobaric process and derive its equation. (7)
2014
Q.2 (xii) What happens to the temperature of a room in which an air conditioner is left running on a table in the
middle of a room? (4)
Q.3 (a) On the basis of kinetic theory of gases, show that . (7)
Q.4 (b) What is a Carnot cycle? Derive expression for its efficiency? (1+4+1+1)
2015
Q.2 (i) On the basis of KMT of gases, show that (4)
Q.5 (a) State the first law of thermodynamics and explain on its basis
(i) Isobaric Process (ii) Isothermal process (1+3+3)
2016
Q.2 (ii) Define Thermal Expansion. Prove that . (1+1+2)
Q.5 (b) Describe Carnot cycle and derive an expression for the efficiency of Carnot heat engine. (4+1+2)

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1993
Q.3 (a) What is a capacitor? On what factors do the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor depends. Define
the unit of capacitance. (1+3+1)
1994
Q.3 (c) Name the quantity whose units are volt/meter OR Newton/coulomb? (1)
1995
Q.3 (a) Explain the term capacitance of a capacitor and give its units. (3+1)
Q.3 (b) Derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor with an air between them. (6)
1996
Q.3 (b) State and prove Gauss’s law. Calculate the electric intensity at a point close to a thin sheet of uniformly
distributed positive charge. (1+3+4)
1997
Q.3 (b) Define capacitance of a capacitor. Give its unit. (1+1)
Q.3 (c) Derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor, when:- (3+3)
(i) The air is between the plates; (ii) It is partially filled by a dielectric.
1998
Q.3 (b) (i) Explain Electric Flux passing through a closed surface. (2)
(ii) State and prove Gauss’s law. (1+2)
(iii) Apply the law to determine the electric intensity at a point close to a uniformly distributed positive
electric charge on a large plain surface. (4)
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(i) Potential difference and absolute potential
1999
Q.3 (b) What is a Capacitor? On what factors do the Capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor depends? (1+1)
What is the unit of Capacitance? (1)
Derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor when there is:- (2+2)
(i) Air; (ii) An insulating material as a medium between the two plates.
2000
Q.3 (b) State and prove Gauss’s law. (1+2)
Q.3 (c) Calculate electric field intensity at a point close to a thin sheet of uniformly distributed positive charge.
(4)
2001
Q.3 (c) Apply Gauss’s law to find electric intensity due to a charged metallic sphere at a point outside the sphere.
(4)
Q.4 (b) Derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor when:- (2.5+2.5)
(i) The space between the two plates is completely filled with air;
(ii) The space between the two plates is completely filled with di-electric slab.
2002 P/M
Q.3 (b) Derive a relation to find the equivalent capacitance of three capacitors connected in parallel. (3)
Q.4 (c) Apply Gauss’s law to find the electric intensity closed to an insulated charged thin sheet of infinite size.
(5)
2002 P/E
Q.3 (c) Derive an expression for electric intensity close to a non-conducting infinite sheet of charge. (5)
Q.5 (b) Define Electric Intensity and Potential Difference and obtain the relation between them. (0.5+0.5+2)
2003 P/M
Q.3 (b) Derive a relation to find the equivalent capacitance of three capacitors connected in series. (3)
Q.5 (b) Define Potential Difference between two points in an electric field and derive an expression for it. (3)
2003 P/E
Q.3 (b) Derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor, when:- (2.5+2.5)
(i) Air is the medium between the plates; (ii) An insulating medium is between the plates.
Q.3 (c) State and Prove Gauss’s Law. (1+2)
Q.4 (c) Define:- (ii) Coulomb’s law. (1)
2004
Q.3 (b) Define Electric Potential. Derive a relation between an Electric Field and Potential Difference. (1+2)
Q.3 (c) Explain Gauss’s law. Apply it to determine the electric intensity due to an infinite sheet of charge. (2+3)
2005
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a parallel plate capacitor with some di-electric between the plates. (1+3)
Q.5 (c) Write down the definition and the units of :-
(i) Intensity of an electric field (ii) Electric flux (iii) Electric potential difference
2006
Q.3 (b) State Gauss’s law. Using this law, find the electric intensity E due to an infinite sheet of charge. (1+3)
Q.5 (c) Define the Capacity of a Capacitor. Derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor
having some di-electric between its plates. (1+3)
2007
Q.3 (b) Explain Electric Flux. (1)
Under what conditions will the flux through the surface be:- (1+1)
(i) Zero? (ii) Maximum?
Q.3 (c) State Coulomb’s law; (1)
and give its mathematical relation for the force between the charges when placed:- (2+2)
(i) In a free space; (ii) In a medium of relative permittivity ( ).
2008
Q.3 (b) State Gauss’s law and apply it to determine the electric intensity at a point due to the infinite sheet of
charge. (1+3)
2009
Q.3 (b) Derive a relation of equivalent capacitance when three capacitors are connected in series. (3)
2010
Q.4 (b) State Gauss’s law. Apply it to determine the electric intensity at a point due to a thin, infinite sheet of
charge. (1+6)
2011
Q.4 (a) What is a capacitor? (1)
Derive the expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor when:- (3+3)
(i) Air exists between the plates; (ii) Spaced between plates is partially filled by a
dielectric medium
Q.5 (b) State Coulomb’s and Gauss’s laws. (1+1)
2012
Q.5 (b) State Gauss’s law. Apply the law to find the electric field intensity due to a uniformly charged metallic
sphere at a point P lying outside the charged sphere. (1+6)
2013
Q.2 (ix) Prove that Name the physical quantity which has these units. (4)
Q.4 (a) What is a compound capacitor? Derive an expression for its capacitance, if the space between the plates
is partially filled with a dielectric slab. (1+6)
2014
Q.3 (b) State Gauss’s law. Derive an expression for electric intensity at a point close to infinitely large sheet
having uniform positive charge distribution. (1+1+5)
2015
Q.2 (ii) Explain Electric flux. Under what condition the flux through a surface is:-
(a) Zero (b) Maximum? (2+1+1)
Q.2 (xv) Derive the relation between the Electric intensity and Electric potential. (1+3)
Q.5 (a) What is the capacity of a capacitor? Define its unit. Derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel
plate capacitor when there is:-
(i) Air between the plates (ii) Some dielectric medium between the plates.
(1+1+3+2)
2016
Q.2 (iii) Prove that , name the physical quantity. (3+1)
Q.2 (xv) Derive the expression for the equivalent capacitance when three capacitors are connected in series or in
parallel. (1+3)
Q.2 (a) State Gauss’s law. Derive an expression for the electric field intensity at a point close to infinitely large
sheet, having uniform positive charge distribution. (2+1+4)

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1995
Q.4 (a) State and explain Ohm’s law. (1+4)
Q.4 (b) Explain the following terms:- (3+3)
(i) Resistivity of a material; (ii) Temperature co-efficient of resistance.
1996
Q.4 (b) You are given three resistances, how will you connect them to get:- (3+3)
(i) The maximum resistance;
(ii) The minimum resistance. Derive respective expressions.
1997
Q.6 Write notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(i) Electromotive force Terminal potential difference.
1999
Q.6 Write notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(ii) Resistivity and its Temperature Co-efficient
2000
Q.4 (b) State and explain Ohm’s law. (1+1)
Q.4 (c) Explain the following terms:- (2+2)
(i) Resistivity of a material; (ii) Temperature co-efficient of resistance.
2001
Q.3 (b) Derive a relation to find the equal resistance of three resistances when they are connected in parallel.
(3)
2002 P/M
Q.4 (b) State Ohm’s law. Define resistivity and name the factors on which the resistance of a conductor depends.
(1+2)
Q.6 (b) Differentiate between electromotive force and terminal potential difference of a battery when an external
resistance is connected and not connected across it. (3)
2002 P/E
Q.3 (b) Define the following:- (1+1+1)
(i) Resistivity (ii) Temperature co-efficient of resistance (iii) Electromotive force
2003 P/M
Q.3 (c) State Ohm’s law. How is the resistance of a conductor related to its dimensions? (1+2)
Derive an expression for the equivalent resistance of three resistors connected in parallel. (2)
2003 P/E
Q.4 (c) Define:- (1)
(iii) Electromotive force.
2004
Q.5 (b) Explain Ohm’s law and give its limitations. (2+1)
2005
Q.5 (c) Write down the definition and units of:- (1)
(iv) Electric current
Q.6 (b) Define Resistance and write down its units. How does the resistance of a conductor depend upon
temperature? (1+1)
Derive the equation for the resistance at a given temperature. (2)
2006
Q.4 (b) State Ohm’s law and derive an expression for the equivalent resistance of these resistors connected in
parallel. (1+3)
2007
Q.5 (b) State the law which governs the potential difference across the conductor and the current passing
through it. How is the resistance of the conductor related to its dimensions? (1+2)
Derive the formula for the temperature co-efficient of resistivity. (2)
2008
Q.4 (c) Differentiate between terminal potential difference and EMF of a battery. Derive the relevant expression.
(4)
2010
Q.2 (ii) Define potential difference and electromotive force. Both are measured in volts. (1+1)
What is the difference between these two concepts? (2)

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2011
Q.2 (xiv) How is the resistance of metallic conductor affected by variation in temperature? (4)
2013
Q.2 (xiii) How is the resistance of a metallic conductor affected by variation of temperature?
2014
Q.5 (a) State Ohm’s law. (1)
2016
Q.2 (xii) How does the temperature affect the resistance of a conductor? Derive an expression for the resistance
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1993
Q.4 (a) A charged particle enters perpendicularly in a uniform magnetic field ⃗ with velocity ⃗ . Write down the
formula for the force acting on the charged particle and define the unit of induction. (1+1)
Q.4 (b) Describe J.J. Thompson’s experiment for the determination of e/m of an electron. Derive the relevant
formula. (5+3)
Q.5 (a) State Faraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction. What is Lenz’s law? (1+1)
How is it related to electromagnetic induction? (2)
Q.5 (b) What is Motional EMF? Derive an expression for the motional EMF by moving a conductor perpendicular
to the magnetic field. (1+3)
Also derive the result with the help of Faraday’s law of electromagnetic induction. (2)
1994
Q.5 (a) State and explain Ampere’s circuital law. (1+5)
Q.5 (b) Derive an expression for the magnetic field of induction “B” due to the current passing through a
solenoid. (5)
1995
Q.5 (a) A charged particle is projected perpendicularly in a uniform magnetic field. Write the expression for the
force acting on it. (3)
Q.5 (b) Describe J.J. Thompson’s method of determining the charge to mass ratio of an electron. (7)
1996
Q.5 (b) State and explain Ampere’s law to find the value of “ ⃗ ” around a current carrying conductor. (7)
Q.5 (c) Apply this law to find the magnetic field of induction inside a long solenoid.
Q.6 (b) What is electromagnetic induction? (1)
Describe Faraday’s law and Lenz’s law of electromagnetic induction. (2+2)
Show that Lenz’s law is in accordance with the law of conservation of energy. (2)
Q.6 (c) Define co-efficient of mutual induction with the help of a labeled diagram. (2)
Derive the expression for the mutual induction of a pair of coils placed very closed to one other. (4)
Q.7 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(ii) Force on a current carrying conductor in a uniform field; (iii) Self-induction.
1997
Q.4 (b) What do you mean by magnetic flux and flux density? Give their units. How are they related to each
other? (1+1+1+1)
Q.4 (c) Describe J.J. Thompson’s experiment for the determination of e/m of an electron and derive necessary
expressions. (6)
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(iii) Motional E.M.F
1998
Q.4 (b) State and explain Ampere’s Circuital law. (1+1)
Derive an expression for the magnetic field of induction “ ⃗ ” due to the current passing through the
Solenoid. (5)
Q.5 (b) Explain the principle, construction and working of an A.C. Generator. (1+2+3)
Draw a neat schematic diagram. (1)
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(ii) Mutual induction; (v) Transformer.
1999
Q.4 (b) What do you mean Magnetic Flux and Magnetic Density? (1+1)
Explain. Describe J.J. Thompson’s method of determining e/m of an electron and derive the relevant
expressions for the same. (5)
Q.5 (b) What is Electromagnetic Induction? (1)
Describe Faraday’s law and Lenz’s law of electromagnetic induction. (2)
Describe the principle, construction and working of a Transformer and draw a neat schematic diagram.
(1+2+2+1)
2000
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(i) Self Inductance and Mutual Inductance; (iv) Ampere’s circuital law with one of its
Application (Solenoid or Toroid).
2001
Q.4 (c) Differentiate between magnetic flux and magnetic flux density. (3)
Q.5 (b) Explain the phenomenon of mutual induction and obtain an expression for mutual inductance of two coils.
(2+2)
Q.6 (b) Explain J.J. Thompson method to find the charge to mass ratio of an electron. (5)
2002 P/M
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Q.5 (c) State Ampere’s law. Derive an expression for the magnetic field due to a current in a long solenoid. (1+4)
Q.6 (c) Describe the principle, construction and working of a Transformer. (Derive relevant mathematical relations
among the number of turns, voltages and currents.) (1+1+1+2)
2002 P/E
Q.4 (b) What is Induced e.m.f.? State the Faraday’s law and Lenz’s law of electromagnetic induction. (1+1+1)
Q.5 (c) State Ampere’s circuital law. Derive an expression for the magnetic induction inside a current carrying
long solenoid. (1+4)
Q.6 (b) Define the following:- (1.5+1.5)
(i) Self-inductance; (ii) Mutual inductance.
2003 P/M
Q.4 (b) What is Motional E.M.F.? Derive its expression? (1+2)
Q.5 (c) Describe the method to find e/m of an electron by J.J. Thompson and derive an expression for it. (5)
Q.6 (c) Derive an expression for the torque on a current carrying rectangular coil of N turns placed in a uniform
magnetic field when its plane makes an angle with the field. (5)
2003 P/E
Q.4 (b) Describe J.J. Thompson’s experiment for the e/m of an electron and derive an expression for it. (5)
Q.4 (c) Define:- (1)
(i) Ampere’s circuital law
Q.5 (b) Describe the principle, construction and working of a transformer. State the mathematical relationship.
(1+1+1+2)
2004
Q.4 (b) Define Magnetic field. Derive the relation for the magnitude of Magnetic Field of Induction B. Give its
units. (1+2)
Q.4 (c) Derive the relation for force on a current-carrying conductor in a uniform magnetic field. (5)
Q.5 (c) Describe with a neat diagram the working of an Alternating Current Generator. (1+4)
Q.6 (c) What are Laws of Electromagnetic Induction? Derive a relation for Mutual Induction. (2+3)
2005
Q.3 (b) Describe a method for determining the ratio of charge and mass of an electron. Derive the mathematical
equation. (4)
Q.4 (b) What is a Transformer? On what principle does it work? (1+1)
What is the difference between a step-up and a step-down transformer? Why is a soft iron core used in a
transformer? (1+1)
Q.5 (b) Derive the equation for the couple of torque acting on a current-carrying rectangular coil suspended in a
uniform magnetic field. (4)
2006
Q.3 (c) Derive the relation for the force on a current-carrying conductor in a uniform magnetic field. (4)
Q.5 (b) Derive an expression for the magnetic induction inside a current-carrying long solenoid with the help of
the Ampere’s law. Draw also a neat diagram. (3+1)
2007
Q.4 (b) What is motional e.m.f.? Derive an expression for it. (1+3)
Q.4 (c) State Faraday’s Law of Electromagnetic Induction. (1)
Explain the phenomenon of Mutual Induction OR Self Induction. (3)
Q.6 (c) State the following laws:- (3)
(i) Ampere’s law (ii) Lenz’s law (iii) Biot & Savart law
2008
Q.4 (b) Derive an expression for the force on a straight conductor of length “L” and an area of cross-section “A”
when it is subjected to a magnetic field “B” at an angle “ ”. (4)
Q.5 (b) Describe with a neat diagram the construction and working of a transformer. Give the relevant
expression. (4)
Q.6 (b) ⃗
State Ampere’s law. Derive an expression for the magnetic strength of a toroid. (1+3)
2009
Q.3 (c) Describe a method for determining the ratio of charge to mass (e/m) of an electron. Derive the relevant
mathematical expressions. (5)
Q.4 (b) Derive a relation for a torque due to a current-carrying coil in a magnetic field. (3)
Q.4 (c) Draw a labeled diagram of an A.C. generator and derive expressions for the alternating voltage produced.
(Working is not required) (5)
Q.5 (b) Describe the phenomenon of Self-Induction and define Self-Inductance of a coil. Give its unit. (3)
Q.5 (c) State Ampere’s circuital law. Apply it to determine the magnetic induction (B) in a solenoid due to current
in it. (1+4)
2010
Q.2 (iii) What is the difference between magneto and A.C. generator? What is meant by frequency of alternating
current? (4)
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Q.2 (vi) Prove mathematically that the radius of circular path for a charge moving in a magnetic field is given as
where all the symbols have their usual meanings. (4)
Q.3 (b) State Ampere’s law and derive an expression for the magnetic field of a long solenoid. (1+6)
2011
Q.2 (iv) What is a transformer? Name its components and describe it’s working. (1+1+2)
Q.2 (ix) Describe an expression for the force on a current-carrying conductor in a uniform magnetic field. (4)
Q.5 (b) State Ampere’s law and explain the phenomenon of mutual induction. (1+4)
2012
Q.2 (vi) In what way is the motional e.m.f, produced in a conductor placed in a magnetic field, translated in to the
relevant mathematical expression? (4)
Q.4 (a) Describe a method for determining the ratio of charge to mass of an electron. Derive the relevant
mathematical expression. (7)
Q.4 (b) State Faraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction. Explain the phenomenon of mutual induction, and
derive an expression for mutual inductance of two coils, also give its unit. (1+2+3+1)
2013
Q.2 (i) Derive an expression for the Force on a conductor carrying current, placed in a uniform magnetic field.
(1+3)
Q.5 (a) State Ampere’s law. Derive the expression for magnetic field of induction inside a long solenoid. (1+1+5)
2014
Q.2 (xi) Prove mathematically that the radius of circular path for a charge moving in a magnetic field is given by
where all the symbols have their usual meanings. (4)
Q.2 (xv) Define Motional E.M.F. and derive the relevant formula? (1+1+2)
Q.4 (a) State Faraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction. Explain the phenomenon of mutual induction, and
derive the expression for coefficient of mutual inductance . (2+2+2+1)
2015
Q.2 (iii) Derive an expression for the force experienced by a current carrying conductor in a uniform magnetic
field. (1+3)
Q.5 (b) State Ampere’s law. Using it, derive an expression for the magnetic field of induction inside a long current
carrying solenoid. (1+1+5)
OR
Describe the method for determining the ratio of charge to mass of an electron. Derive the relevant
mathematical expression. (1+6)
2016
Q.4 (a) What is a Transformer? Write its types with the help of a clear diagram, give its construction and working
and derive the relevant expression. (1+1+1+1+1+2)
Q.5 (a) State Faraday’s laws of Electromagnetic induction. Explain Mutual induction and derive the formula for
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1995
Q.6 (a) Describe with the help of a neat diagram the construction and theory of a moving coil galvanometer.
(5)
Q.6 (b) How will you convert a galvanometer of resistance “Rg” in to a voltmeter to measure the voltage from
0 – V volts. (5)
1996
Q.7 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(i) Wheatstone bridge.
1997
Q.5 (b) Describe with a neat diagram the construction and working of a moving coil galvanometer. Show that the
deflection is directly proportional to the current. (4)
What is sensitivity? What does sensitivity depend upon? (1)
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(ii) Potentiometer.
1998
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iii) Conversion of a Galvanometer in to an Ammeter and Voltmeter.
1999
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(i) Wheatstone bridge; (iv) Conversion of a Galvanometer in to an Ammeter and Voltmeter.
2000
Q.5 (b) Describe with a neat diagram the construction and working of a moving coil galvanometer. Show that the
deflection is directly proportional to the current. (1+2+3)
Q.5 (c) What is sensitivity? What does sensitivity depend upon? (1+1)
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(ii) Potentiometer; (iii) Conversion of a Galvanometer in to an Ammeter and a Voltmeter.
2001
Q.6 (c) Describe how a galvanometer can be converted in to a voltmeter? (3)
2002 P/M
Q.3 (c) State and prove Wheatstone Bridge Principle.
2002 P/E
Q.4 (c) Describe with a neat diagram the construction and working of a Moving Coil Galvanometer. Show that the
deflection is directly proportional to the current. (1+1+1+2)
2003 P/M
Q.4 (c) How can a moving coil galvanometer be converted in to an ammeter and a voltmeter? Describe
any one in detail. (5)
2003 P/E
Q.5 (c) Describe how a galvanometer can be converted in to an ammeter and derive a mathematical expression
for it. (3)
Q.6 (b) What is meant by a balance Wheatstone Bridge? Derive an expression for it. (5)
2004
Q.6 (b) Describe the conversion of a Galvanometer in to an Ammeter. (3)
2005
Q.6 (c) With the help of a diagram describe how a galvanometer is converted in to an ammeter. Derive the
equation for the shunt resistance. (4)
2006
Q.4 (c) What is the principle of a Wheatstone Bridge? Derive an expression for its balanced condition. (1+3)
Q.6 (b) Describe with a diagram the working of a Moving Coil Galvanometer. Show that the deflection is directly
proportional to the current.
2007
Q.5 (c) Describe the conversion of a galvanometer in to a voltmeter. (3)
2008
Q.5 (c) What is Wheatstone Bridge? How it is used to determine an unknown resistance? (1+3)
2009
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2010
Q.5 (b) Describe Wheatstone Bridge, prove that for a balanced Wheatstone Bridge . (5)

2011
Q.4 (b) Give the construction and working of a moving coil galvanometer. Show that current “I” is directly
proportional to the angle of twist. (1+1+3)
On what factors do the sensitivity of galvanometer depends? (2)
2012
Q.2 (v) How does a balanced Wheatstone Bridge lead to the relation Prove mathematically. (4)

2013
Q.5 (b) Give the construction and working of a Moving coil galvanometer. Prove that the deflection is directly
proportional to the current in radial magnetic field. (1+2+4)
2014
Q.2 (xiii) How can a galvanometer be converted in to an ammeter? Derive the relevant expression. (1+3)
Q.5 (a) Show that for a balanced Wheatstone bridge . (1+5)

2015
Q.4 (b) Describe the construction and working of a moving coil galvanometer with the help of a neat diagram.
Show that the current (I) is directly proportional to the deflection . (1+1+1+4)
2016
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1997
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iv) Band theory of solids.
1998
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iv) n-p-n OR p-n-p transistors.
1999
Q.6 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:-
(iv) Semiconductor diode.
2001
Q.5 (c) With the help of a circuit diagram explain the working of a full wave rectifier. (4)
2002 P/M
Q.5 (b) What is doping? Explain how p-type and n-type semi-conductors are made? (3)
2002 P/E
Q.6 (c) How are p-type and n-type semiconductors made? Explain with diagrams the forward and reverse biasing
of p-n junction. (1+1+1.5+1.5)
2003 P/M
Q.6 (b) What is a Transistor? Describe the working of NPN transistor. (1+2)
2003 P/E
Q.6 (c) What is a Diode? How can a diode be used as a rectifier? (1+2)
2005
Q.3 (c) What is a semi-conductor diode? Describe the working of a full-wave rectifier using semi-conductor
diodes with the help of a circuit diagram. (1+3)
2006
Q.6 (c) What is a Transistor? Describe the working of a NPN or PNP transistor. (1+3)
2007
Q.6 (b) How are P-type and N-type semi-conductors made? Explain with the help of a diagram the forward and
reverse biasing of P-N junction. (1+1+1.5+1.5)
Q.6 (c) Calculate the speed of the electromagnetic wave,
given that (4)
2009
Q.6 (b) Describe the working of PNP or NPN transistor. (3)
2010
Q.2 (vii) What is p-n junction? Explain the formation of potential barrier in p-n junction. (1+3)
2011
Q.2 (ii) Explain the formation of potential barrier in pn junction. (4)
2012
Q.2 (ix) What is a semi-conductor diode? How it is used for half-wave rectification? (1+3)
2013
Q.2 (ii) With the help of a diagram explain the working of a Full-wave rectifier. (1+3)
2015
Q.2 (xii) Calculate the speed of the electromagnetic wave, given that and

2016
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1993
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(i) Special theory of relativity;
(ii) Compton effect.
1994
Q.7 (a) Explain photoelectric effect. Write down the results obtained from the experiments on photoelectric effect.
(5)
Q.7 (b) Explain this phenomenon from the quantum theory of light. Derive Einstein’s photoelectric effect equation.
(5)
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iv) Compton’s effect.
1995
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(i) Special theory of relativity;
(ii) Compton effect.
1996
Q.8 (b) What is photoelectric effect? What remarkable experimental result s are obtained about photoelectric
emission? (2+5)
Q.8 (c) Give Einstein’s explanation of the photoelectric effect on the basis of quantum theory of radiation. (5)
1997
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(i) Special theory of relativity;
(ii) Compton effect.
1998
Q.7 (b) Explain the phenomenon of Photoelectric Emission. What are the factors on which it depends? (2+1)
Give Einstein’s explanation of the photoelectric effect on the basis of the Quantum Theory of Radiation.
(4)
What is Photocell? Give its uses in our daily life. (1+1)
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(i) Uncertainty Principle.
1999
Q.7 (b) State the basic postulates of the Special Theory of Relativity. (3)
Q.7 (c) Explain the important results arrived at by Einstein on the basis of this theory. (10)
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iii) Compton effect.
2000
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(ii) Uncertainty Principle;
(ii) Photoelectric effect;
(v) Black Body and it Laws of Radiation.
2001
Q.7 (b) Define Photoelectric effect. Explain it on the basis of the Quantum Theory of light and obtain Einstein’s
Photoelectric Equation. (1+2+2)
2002 P/M
Q.7 (c) Give the postulates and explain the consequences of Special Theory of Relativity. (5)
2002 P/E
Q.8 (c) Give the postulates of the Special Theory of Relativity and discuss the important result obtained by
Einstein. (5)
2003 P/M
Q.7 (c) Explain the phenomenon of Compton effect and obtain an expression for the increase in wavelength of
the scattered photon. (5)
2003 P/E
Q.7 (b) Define Threshold frequency and Stopping Potential and derive Einstein’s Photoelectric Effect Equation.
(1+1+3)
2004
Q.8 (c) Describe the Compton Effect. (5)
2005
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Q.7 (c) What do you understand by Photoelectric Effect? Write down the definition of Work Function, Stopping
Potential and Threshold Frequency. Establish the relation between the work function and the threshold
frequency. (1+1+1+1)
Q.8 (b) What do you understand by the Frame of Reference and Inertial Frame of Reference? Give one example
of each from daily life. (1+1)
Briefly discuss the three basic equations from relativity predicting the relativistic changes. (3)
2006
Q.7 (b) What are the postulates of the Special Theory of Relativity? Explain any three results of Einstein’s Theory
of Relativity. (1+3)
2007
Q.7 (c) What is Black Body and Black Body Radiation? State the laws governing the Black Body and Black Body
Radiation. Give their mathematical expressions. (4)
Q.8 (c) Describe Compton Effect. Derive the formula for the Compton shift. (5)
2008
Q.7 (b) What is Photoelectric Effect? Discuss some of the important results of this theory. Derive Einstein’s
photoelectric effect equation. (1+1+2)
2009
Q.7 (b) Explain the process of Pair Production briefly. (3)
Q.8 (c) What is Compton Effect? Explain it on the basis of Quantum Theory. Derive a relation for the Compton
Shift. (5)
2011
Q.5 (b) What is photoelectric effect? Discuss the results with the help of graphs and derive Einstein’s
photoelectric equation. (1+3+3)
2012
Q.3 (b) Describe Compton’s Effect. Derive the formula for the Compton shift. (2+5)
2013
Q.4 (a) What is Photo-electric effect? Explain its important results. Also derive Einstein’s photo-electric equation.
(1+3+3)
2014
Q.2 (xii) Give the assumptions of special theory of relativity and discuss any one of the results obtained. (1+3)
Q.4 (b) What is Compton’s effect? Derive expression for the Compton shift in wavelength. (1+1+5)
2015
Q.4 (b) What is Photoelectric effect? Explain its important results. Also derive Einstein’s photoelectric effect
equation. (1+4+2)
2016
Q.4 (b) What is Compton effect? Derive an expression for the Compton shift in the wavelength. (1+2+4)

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1993
Q.7 (a) State the basic postulates of Bohr’s theory of atomic structure. (5)
Q.7 (b) Derive the expression for the radius and energy of the orbit of hydrogen atom. (5)
1994
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(ii) Bohr’s atomic theory.
1995
Q.7 (a) State the basic postulates of Bohr’s atomic theory. (5)
Q.7 (b) Derive an expression for the radii and energy of various orbits of hydrogen atom. (5)
1997
Q.7 (b) State the basic postulates of Bohr’s theory of atomic structure. (3)
Q.7 (b) Derive the expression for the radius and the energy of the orbit of a hydrogen atom. (7)
1998
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(ii) Bohr’s atomic model;
(iv) Laser and its applications.
1999
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iv) Bohr’s atomic model;
2000
Q.7 (b) State the basic postulates of Bohr’s theory of atomic structure. (3)
Q.7 (c) Derive the expression for radius of the orbit and total energy of the electron in the orbit of a
hydrogen atom. (3+3)
2001
Q.7 (c) Describe the construction and working of Ruby laser. (2+2)
2002 P/M
Q.8 (c) State the postulates of Bohr’s Atomic Model and hence derive an expression for the radius of the
orbit. (1+3)
2002 P/E
Q.7 (c) Derive an expression for the radius of the orbit of a hydrogen atom. (4)
2003 P/M
Q.7 (b) State Bohr’s postulates for a hydrogen atom. (3)
2003 P/E
Q.7 (c) Describe the construction and working of the Ruby laser. (1+2)
2005
Q.7 (b) Derive the expressions for the following:-
(i) The energy of an electron in the shell of a hydrogen atom; (2)
(ii) The wavelength of the photons emitted in a hydrogen spectrum. (2)
2006
Q.8 (b) Applying Bohr’s postulates on hydrogen atom, derive an expression for the radius of the orbit. (4)
2007
Q.7 (b) State Bohr’s postulates for a hydrogen atom. Derive the expression for the total energy of the electron in
the orbit of a hydrogen atom. (5)
2008
Q.8 (c) What is Laser? Discuss meta-stable and population inversion in a lasing material. (1+3)
2009
Q.7 (c) State the postulates of Bohr’s Atomic Theory. Using Bohr’s theory derive the expression for the radii of
the orbits of a hydrogen atom. (5)
2010
Q.2 (iv) Differentiate between the principle of production of Laser and light from an incandescent bulb. Also give
their characteristics. (2+2)
Q.4 (a) State the basic postulates of Bohr’s Theory of atomic structure. Derive an expression for the radius of
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2011
Q.2 (iii) Why does Hydrogen spectrum contain a large number of spectral lines although it has only one electron?
(4)
2012
Q.5 (a) State the postulates of Bohr’s atomic theory and derive the expression for the radius of orbit of a
hydrogen atom. (2+5)
2013
Q.4 (b) Derive an expression for the following when :-

th
(i) The energy of an electron in the n orbit of hydrogen atom. (4)
(ii) The wavelength of photons emitted in hydrogen atom. (3)
2014
Q.2 (xiv) Discuss the principle of production of laser light. (1+3)
OR
State Bohr’s postulates for Hydrogen atom.
2015 th
Q.4 (a) State the basic postulates of Bohr’s theory of atomic structure. Derive the expression for the radius of n
orbit of a Hydrogen atom. (2+1+4)
2016
Q.4 (b) Using Bohr’s atomic theory, derive expressions for the following:-
(i) The energy of an electron in the orbit of hydrogen atom. Given:
(ii) The wavelength of photons emitted in the hydrogen spectrum. (4+3)

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1993
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iii) Radioactivity.
1994
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iii) Fission reaction.
1995
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(ii) Fission reaction; (iv) Mass Defect.
1996
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(i) Radioactivity;
(ii) Half-life of radioactive element;
(iv) Fusion reaction.
1997
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iv) Fission reaction.
1998
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iii) Nuclear Fusion reaction.
1999
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (15)
(i) Nuclear Fission;
(ii) Radioactivity.
2000
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iii) Nuclear Fusion.
2001
Q.8 (c) Define the term radioactivity and half-life of a radioactive element and give the law of radioactive decay.
(1+1+2)
2002 P/M
Q.7 (b) Describe the changes in parent nucleus as a result of emissions. (3)
2002 P/E
Q.8 (b) Explain fission reaction. (3)
2003 P/M
Q.8 (b) Define Radioactivity and explain the law of radioactive decay. (1+2)
2003 P/E
Q.8 (b) Define Radioactivity and state the law of radioactive decay. Explain how half-life of the radioactive
element can be determined. (1+1+2)
2004
Q.7 (b) Define the following:- (3)
(i) Isotopes; (ii) Mass defect; (iii) Binding energy.
Q.7 (c) Define Radioactivity. Derive a relation for the law of radioactive decay. (1+4)
2005
Q.8 (c) With the help of a nuclear process prove that a neutron can disintegrate in to an electron and a proton.
Write down the conservation equations in support of your answer. (3)
2006
Q.7 (c) State and explain the law of radioactive decay with its exponential curve. (1+3)
2008
Q.8 (b) What is Nuclear Fission? Discuss fission chain reaction. How are moderators used to control fission in the
nuclear reactors? (4)
2009
Q.8 (b) What is the Half-Life of radioactive nuclei? State the law of decay and give the relation between the decay
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2010
Q.2 (v) Do come from the same element? Why do we find all three in many radioactive
substances? (4)
2011
Q.2 (v) Define nuclear fission and nuclear fusion reaction. How can the fission chain be controlled? Name the
process which produces energy in the sun and in the nuclear reactor? (1+1+1+1)
Q.3 (b) Define radioactivity. Explain the law of radioactive decay. Write the equation showing the change in the
parent nuclei by decay. (1+3+3)
2012
Q.2 (viii) Do come from the same element? Why are all these found in many radioactive
substances?
(4)
2013
Q.2 (iii) How is the chain reaction controlled in a nuclear reactor? (4)
2014
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1993
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iv) Wilson cloud chamber.
1996
Q.9 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iii) Wilson cloud chamber.
1997
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iii) Wilson cloud chamber.
1998
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(v) Wilson cloud chamber.
2000
Q.8 Write short notes on any TWO of the following:- (7.5)
(iii) Wilson cloud chamber.
2002 P/M
Q.8 (b) Give the construction and working of a Geiger Counter. (1+2)
2002 P/E
Q.8 (b) Describe the construction and working of Geiger Counter. (1+2)
2003 P/M
Q.8 (c) Explain the construction, working and use of the Wilson Cloud Chamber. (2+2+1)
2003 P/E
Q.8 (c) Give the construction and working of a Wilson Cloud Chamber. (2+2)
2004
Q.8 (b) Explain the working of a Geiger Counter. (3)
2006
Q.8 (c) Explain the construction and working of a Wilson Cloud Chamber with the diagram. (2+2)
2007
Q.8 (b) Describe the construction and working of a Geiger Counter. (2+2)
2008
Q.7 (c) Give the construction and the working of Wilson Cloud Chamber. (2+2)
2011
Q.2 (v) In how many ways can -rays produce ionization of atoms? Explain. (4)
2012
Q.2 (vii) Explain why the photograph of the path of Alpha particles is thick and made up of continuous lines
whereas that of Beta particles is thin and made up of broken lines in the Wilson cloud chamber? (4)
2013
Q.2 (xiv) Give the construction and working of Wilson Cloud chamber. (2+2)
2014
Q.2 (xiv) Give the construction and working of Geiger Counter, also draw the diagram. (2+2+3)
2016
Q.5 (b) Give the construction and working of Geiger Muller Counter. (1+3+3)

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