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Dimensional Formula of Frequency
Dimensions of frequency is
Magnification Variation with Object Distance for a Convex Lens Explained
Consider the following statements made about the magnification m of an image produced by a convex lens. As the object distance u increases:
(A) From u = 0 to u = f, m increases.
(B) From u = f to u = 2f, m decreases.
(C) From u = 2f to u = ∞, m increases.
Of the above statements:
Calculating Magnification of a Simple Microscope: Focal Length 5 cm & Least Distance of Vision 25 cm
A simple microscope has a convex lens of focal length 5 cm. If the least distance of distinct vision is 25 cm, the magnification of the microscope in normal adjustment is:
Why Photoelectric Effect Cannot Be Explained by Wave Theory of Light
Which of the following phenomenon could not be explained by the wave theory of light?
Factors Affecting Speed of Sound in Air: Temperature and Humidity Explained
Which of the following could influence the speed of sound in air?
(A) Frequency of the sound wave
(B) Temperature of air
(C) Humidity of air
Best Thermometer for Measuring Temperature of a Liquid Drop Explained
Of the thermometers given below, the most suitable thermometer to measure the temperature of a drop of liquid is,
Relation Between Volume and Linear Expansivity for a Solid Metal Explained
The volume expansivity of a metal is equal to:
Why Metal Feels Colder Than Wood: Thermal Conductivity Explained
When one touches a piece of metal in the environment, one feels it to be colder than a piece of wood. Because,
Ideal Transformer Voltage and Current Calculation for Given Turns Ratio
An ideal transformer has 100 windings in the primary and 200 windings in the secondary. The primary is connected to an A.C. supply of 120 V at 10 A. Then the “voltage/current” in the secondary is:
Mass Number and Atomic Number Change in Alpha and Gamma Decay Explained
A radioactive nucleus decays by emission of an α-particle followed by a ϒ-ray. The daughter nucleus thus formed has a mass number and atomic number:
Dependence of Gravitational Force and Potential Energy on Mass and Height Explained
Consider the following statements made regarding an object of mass m at a height h from the surface of the earth.
(A) Gravitational force acting on the object does not depend on h.
(B) Gravitational potential energy of the object does not depend on m.
(C) Gravitational potential energy of the object depends on h.
Of the statements: