CLASS 12

PREVIOUS YEAR QUESTIONS

CHAPTER-WISE

Physics
ALL QUESTIONS OF LAST 12
YEAR‘S OF RAJASTHAN BOARD

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Questions From 2013-2024 RBSE
Examination 2024-25 Based on
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Content

Chapters Page No.

ELECTRIC CHARGES AND FIELDS--------------------------------------------------
1. 02-04

2. ELECTROSTATIC POTENTIAL AND CAPACITANCE ------------------------------05-08

3. CURRENT ELECTRICITY ---------------------------------------------------------------09-12

4. MOVING CHARGES AND MAGNETISM ----------------------------------------------13-15

5. MAGNETISM AND MATTER ----------------------------------------------------------16

6. ELECTROMAGNETIC INDUCTIONS-------------------------------------------------17-18

7. ALTERNATING CURRENT ------------------------------------------------------------19-21

8. ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVES--------------------------------------------------------22-23

9. RAY OPTICS AND OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS--------------------------------------24-27

10.
WAVE OPTICS--------------------------------------------------------------------------28-30

11. DUAL NATURE OF RADIATION AND ----------------------------------------------31-34

12. ATOMS-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------35-36

13. NUCLEI----------------------------------------------------------------------------------37-38

14. SEMICONDUCTOR---------------------------------------------------------------------39-41
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01
ELECTRIC CHARGES AND FIELDS
1.Write any two properties of electric field lines. [1M]

(RBSE 2013)

2. Write the statement of Gauss' law for electrostatics. Draw a diagram and derive an expression for
electric field due to a uniformly charged infinite plane sheet at a point near the sheet. In the given
diagram write the value of electric flux passing from the surface.

[4 MARKS]
(RBSE 2013,2019,2023)

3. Define electric flux. Apply Gauss' law to obtain an expression for the electric field intensity at a
point due to an infinitely long uniformly charged straight wire. Draw the necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2014,2017)

4. Write the statement of Gauss's law. [1M]

(RBSE 2015,RBSE 2013, RBSE 2016, RBSE 2019,RBSE 2022)

5. (a) Derive a relation for electric field due to an electric dipole at a point on the equatorial plane of
the electric dipole. Draw necessary diagram.
(b) An electric dipole of charge ± 1 μ C exists inside a spherical Gaussian surface of radius 1 cm.

Write the value of outgoing flux from the Gaussian surface. [3M]
(RBSE 2015)

6. Write the definition of electric dipole moment. [1M]

(RBSE 2019,RBSE 2016)

7. Write the statement of gauss's law. Determine an expression for the electric field intensity at a
point due to an infinitely long uniformly charged straight wire. Draw the necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2016)

8. State Gauss law in electrostatics. Derive an expression of electric field due to an infinitely long
straight uniformly charged wire. Draw necessary diagram. [1+2+1=4M]
(RBSE 2017,RBSE 2014)

9. Write definition of electric field intensity. Obtain an expression for electric force and electric
pressure on the surface of a charged conductor. Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2018)
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10. Define Electric dipole moment.
[1M]
(RBSE 2019,RBSE 2016)

11. (a) Write the statement of Gauss's law for electrostatics. Derive an expression for electric field due
to an uniformly charged infinite non-conducting sheet at a point near to it. Draw suitable diagram.
(RBSE 2013,RBSE 2022)
(b) Calculate net electric flux from shaded region in given diagram.

[4 MARKS]

(RBSE 2019)

12. Write the definition of dielectric constant of a medium. [1M]

(RBSE 2020)

13. The SI unit of electric flux is – [1M] (RBSE 2022)

(A) NC-1m 2 (B) NC-1m-2

(C) N-1C-1m-2 (D) N-1C1m2

14. State Gauss' law in electrostatic. Using this law derive an expression for intensity of electric field at
any point near to a uniformly charged infinite conducting plate. Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2021)

15. Define intensity of electric field. Obtain the formula for the intensity of electric field at a point on
the axial line due to the electric dipole. Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2021)

16. In Millikan's experiment, the charge found on a charged droplet was - 6.4 ×10-19 Coulomb, then
write the number of electrons in that charged droplet. [1M]
(RBSE 2022)

17. Write Gauss's law. Using this law, find the electric field due to a uniformly charged infinite plane
sheet at a point near the sheet. [3M]
(RBSE 2022,RBSE 2013,RBSE 2019)

18. Write the definition of electric dipole. An electric dipole is placed in a uniform external electric
field (�⃗�⃗ ) as shown in the figure. Calculate the torque on this electric dipole. [3M]
(RBSE 2022)
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19. The SI value of permittivity of free space or vacuum is-[1M] (RBSE 2023)

(a) 9 x 109 Nm2C-2 (b) 9 × 10-9 Nm²C-2

(c) 8.854 × 10-12 C2N-1m-2 (d) 8.854 × 10+12 C2N-1m-2

20. A uniformly charged thin spherical shell has an electric field at all points...............inside it.[1M]
(RBSE 2023)

21. Show the electric field lines due to a single positive charge (q > 0). [1M]
(RBSE 2023)
[1M]
22. Write the value of electric field due to an electric dipole at a point on its axis.
(RBSE 2023)

23. The electric flux on a Gaussian spherical surface of radius 15 cm, drawn with a point charge as the
centre, is ' 𝜙 '. If the radius of this surface is tripled then the electric flux passing through the
surface will be – [0.5M]
(A) Zero (B) Infinity
(C) 3𝜙 (D) 𝜙

(RBSE 2024)

24. The field lines of a single positive charge are radially____________.

[0.5𝑀]
(RBSE 2024)

25. Derive formula for the electric field due to electric dipole at any point on the equatorial plane.
Draw necessary diagram. [3M]
(RBSE 2024)

26. Obtain an expression for the electric field at any point due to a uniformly charged infinite plane
sheet with the help of Gauss's law. Draw necessary diagram. [3M]
(RBSE 2024)
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02
ELECTROSTATIC POTENTIAL AND CAPACITANCE
1. Define equipotential surface. [1M]
(RBSE 2013,RBSE 2019)

2. (a) Define capacitor.

(b) Draw a circuit diagram and obtain a relation for equivalent capacitance in the series
combination of capacitors. In given circuit diagram write the value of V1. [4M]
(RBSE 2013)

3. Two point charges 5×10−8 C and -3×10−8 C are located 16 cm apart. At what point on the line
joining these charges the electric potential will be zero ? [2M]
(RBSE 2014)

4. Define electric capacity.

Derive an expression for the capacitance of a parallel plate capacitor in which a dielectric medium
of dielectric constant K fills the space between the plates. Draw the necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2014)
5. Calculate the potential at a point due to a charge of 4 × 10–9 C located 9 × 10–2 m away from it. [1M]
(RBSE 2015)

6. Potential on the surface of a charged spherical shell of radius 10 cm is 10 V. Write the value of
potential at 5 cm from its centre. [1M]
(RBSE 2015)

7. (a) Obtain a relation for equivalent capacitance of the series combination of capacitors. Draw a
circuit diagram.
(b) 10 capacitors each of capacity 10 μ F are joined first in series and then in parallel. Write the
value of product of equivalent capacitances.
(c) What will be the value of capacitance of a 4 μ F capacitor if a dielectric of dielectric constant 2 is
inserted fully between the plates of parallel plate capacitor ?
[4M]
(RBSE 2015)

8. Draw a diagram of equipotential surface for a single charge. [1M]

(RBSE 2016)
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9. Write the definition of electric potential. Calculate the electric potential due to a point charge Q at a
distance r from it. Draw a graph between electric potential V and distance r for a point charge Q.
[4M]
(RBSE 2016)

10. A parallel plate capacitor with air has a capacity of 8 PF. Calculate the capacity of the capacitor if
the distance between the plates is halved and the space between them is fully filled with a
substance of dielectric constant 5. [2M]
(RBSE 2017)

11. Electric Potential on the surface of a charged spherical shell of radius 10 cm is 50 volt. Find the
value of electric potential at a distance of 20 cm from the centre of spherical shell. [2M]
(RBSE 2018)

12. What does mean by energy stored in capacitor? Prove that- "The ratio of change in potentials of
conductors after connecting two charged conductors is inversely proportional to their
capacitances".

Draw a curve between electric field and distance for an uniformly charged non-conducting
sphere. [1+2+1=4M]
(RBSE 2018)

13. Define Equipotential surface. [1M]

(RBSE 2019,RBSE 2013)
[1M]
14. Calculate electric potential at a point 1m distance from a point charge of 10–9 coulomb.
(RBSE 2019)

15. (a) Define capacitor. Draw a circuit diagram and obtain a relation for equivalent capacitance for
the series combination of three capacitors.
(b) Find the equivalent capacitance between points A and B in given figure.
[4M]

(RBSE 2019)

16. Define electric potential. Obtain an expression of electric potential due to an electric dipole at any
point (r, ). Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2020)

17. What is capacitor ? Derive an expression of capacitance of the spherical capacitor. Draw necessary
diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2020)
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18. The capacitance of conductor in air is 2𝜇F. If it placed in a medium, then its capacitance becomes
12𝜇F. The dielectric constant of medium will be _________. [1M]
(RBSE 2021)
19. What is a capacitor? Prove that if two charged conductors connected by a conducting wire of
negligible capacity then the ratio of change in their potential is inversely proportional to ratio of
their capacities. Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2021)
20. The dependence of electric potential (V) on distance (r) inside a uniformly charge spherical shell is
– [1M]

(a) V ∝ r (b) V ∝ constant

1
(C) V ∝ (d) V ∝ 1/r2
𝑟

(RBSE 2022)

21. Write the value of electric potential at a distance r from the middle point of the dipole on the axis
of the electric dipole of dipole moment p. [1M]
(RBSE 2022)

22. If C1, C2, C3, C4, C5 five capacitors are connected in an electrical circuit as shown in figure, then
calculate the equivalent capacitance of this mesh (network) between point A & point B. [1.5M]

(RBSE 2022)

23. If the area of each conducting plate of parallel plate capacitor is A & d is the separation between
them, then derive its capacitance formula. [1.5M]
(RBSE 2022)

24. Calculate the electric potential at a point due to a charge of 2 × 10-9 C located 9 × 10-4 m away from
it. [1.5M]
(RBSE 2023)

25. Find the expression for electric potential energy of a system of three point charges. [1.5M]
(RBSE 2023)
[0.5M]
26. The value of dielectric strength for air is
(A) 3×106 V/m (B) 3×108 V/m
(C) ZERO (D) Infinite
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(RBSE 2024)

27. Draw an equipotential surface for a positive charge (𝑞>0). [1M]

(RBSE 2024)

28. Three capacitors of capacitence 6𝜇F are connected in parallel. Calculate the value of their
equivalent capacitance. [1.5M]
(RBSE 2024)
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03
CURRENT ELECTRICITY
1.Write the corresponding values of X and Y for which the lengths of conductors X = 4Ω and Y =
48×10-8 Ω -m are reduced to half. [1M]
(RBSE 2013)

2. Write Kirchhoff's first rule (law of junction). Drawing a circuit diagram of Wheatstone bridge,
derive condition for zero deflection in the bridge. [2M]
(RBSE 2013)

3. Obtain the equation 𝐽 = σ�⃗�⃗ of Ohm's law on the basis of drift velocity. (Where symbols carry their
usual meanings). [2M]
(RBSE 2014)

4. Two cells of emfs E1 and E2 are connected in series. Their internal resistances are r1 and r2
respectively. Compute the equivalent emf and equivalent internal resistance. [2M]
(RBSE 2014,RBSE 2022)

5. In the figure, resistivities of two conductors of same material are ρ1 Ω - m and ρ2 Ω -m

respectively. Write the value of ratio of ρ1 and ρ2 . [1M]

(RBSE 2015)

6. (a) Define potential gradient.

(b) Write Kirchhoff's junction rule.
(c) In the given diagram write the value of current I. [2M]

(RBSE 2015)

7. Write Kirchoff's first rule. A battery of 10V and negligible internal resistance is connected to the
diagonally opposite corners of a cubical network consisting of 12 resistors each of resistance 2Ω.
Determine the equivalent resistance of the network.
[1+2=3M] (RBSE 2016)
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8. Define 'drift velocity' of electrons in a conductor.
[1M]
(RBSE 2017)
[1+1=2M]
9. What is Ohm's law? Write any two limitations of it.
(RBSE 2017)

10. A battery of emf 12V and internal resistance 2 Ω is connected to resistor. If the current of 0.5A is
flowing through the circuit then calculate the resistance of resistor. If the circuit is closed then
what will be terminal voltage of the cell? [1+1=2M]
(RBSE 2017)

11. Write the name of physical quantity whose unit is J/C. State whether this quantity is a vector or
scalar? [1M]
(RBSE 2018)

12. Obtain necessary condition for balancing state of Wheat Stone Bridge by using Kirchhoff 's law.
Draw necessary circuit diagram. [2M]
(RBSE 2018)

13. Calculate the value of unknown resistance R in given circuit. If wheatstone bridge is in balanced
condition. [2M]

(RBSE 2019)

14. (a) Write Kirchhoff’s second law.

(b) Draw a circuit diagram for comparison of emf of two primary cells with the help of
potentiometer. [2M]
(RBSE 2020)

15. Unit of electro motive force is- [1M]

(A) newton (B) volt

(C) ohm (D) ampere

(RBSE 2021)
[1M]
16. The current required for unit deflection in galvanometer is called

(A) current sensitivity (B) voltage sensitivity

(C) figure of merit (D) reduction factor

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(RBSE 2021)

17. Write the definition of internal resistance of a cell. [1M]

(RBSE 2021)

18. Draw labelled diagram of Wheatstone Bridge and obtain its condition of balance by Kirchhoff's
laws. [3M]
(RBSE 2021)

19. Two cells of emfs E1 and E2 are connected in series. Their internal resistances are r1 and r2
respectively. Compute the equivalent emf and equivalent internal resistance. [2M]
(RBSE 2014,RBSE 2022)

20. If 12 resistors each of resistance 12 Ω are connected in a cubical network, then determine the
equivalent resistance of this network across the diagonally opposite corners of the cube . [1.5M]
(RBSE 2022)

21. Draw a labelled circuit diagram of Wheatstone bridge, derive condition for zero deflection in the
bridge. [1+2=3M]
(RBSE 2023)

22. The SI unit of resistivity is – [0.5M]

(A) Ω/𝑚 (B) Ω

(C) Ω𝑚 (D) Ωm2

(RBSE 2024)

23. In the given figure, if the Wheatstone bridge is in balanced condition, then the value of resistance '
𝑆 ' will be – [0.5M]
(A) 12Ω (B) 9Ω

(C) 3.0Ω (D) 6Ω

(RBSE 2024)

24. The magnitude of drift velocity of electron per unit electric field is called _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ [0.5M]
___.
(RBSE 2024)
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25. Draw a graph between potential difference (V) and current (I) according to Ohm's law.
[1M]
(RBSE 2024)

26. Define : [1.5M]

(i) Electromotive force and
(ii) Internal resistance of a cell
(RBSE 2024)
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04
MOVING CHARGES AND MAGNETISM
1. In given diagrams write the direction of magnetic field produced at point P in form of ⊗ and ⊙.
[1M]

(RBSE 2013)

2. Write Biot-Savart law. Write the path of motion of an electron when it enters in magnetic field at:
(a) perpendicular
(b) an angle θ. [2M]
(RBSE 2013)

3. Derive an expression for the force per unit length acting on the two straight parallel current
carrying conductors. In which condition will this force be attractive and repulsive? Define the
standard unit of current. [4M]
(RBSE 2014, RBSE 2024)

4. An electron is revolving with speed v in a circular orbit of radius r. Obtain the expression of
gyromagnetic ratio. What is a Bohr magneton? Write its value. [4M]
(RBSE 2014)

5. Write Ampere's circuital law. Obtain an expression for magnetic field on the axis of current
carrying very long solenoid. Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2015)

6. A charge q enters perpendicularly with the direction of a magnetic field 𝐵⃗ with a velocity �⃗�⃗ . What
would be the force acting on this charge? [1M]
(RBSE 2016)

7. Determine the force acting between the two parallel current carrying conductor wires. Write
theoretical definition of ampere on this basis. [2+1=3M] (RBSE 2016)
[1M]
8. Write the name of fields produced by a moving charged particle.
(RBSE 2017)

9. Write the formula of Biot -Savart law in vector form. Obtain an expression of magnetic field on the
axis of a current carrying loop. Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2017)
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10. Write Ampere circuital law in mathematical form. Derive an expression of magnetic field at the axis
of a current carrying long solenoid. Draw necessary diagrams. [4M]
(RBSE 2017)
[1M]
11. Write the definition of figure of merit of Galvanometer.
(RBSE 2018)

12. Obtain an expression for magnetic field due to infinitely long straight current carrying conductor
by using Amperes law. [2M]
(RBSE 2018)

13. The resistance of a galvanometer is 99Ω. The necessary current for full scale deflection is 1mA. If a
shunt of 1Ω is connected with galvanometer then find the value of maximum current which can be
measured by this galvanometer. [2M]
(RBSE 2018)
[1M]
14. Write formula for force on a current carrying conductor in a magnetic field.
(RBSE 2019)

15. Write Ampere circuital law in mathematical form. Draw a diagram and derive an expression for
magnetic field due to an infinitely long straight current carrying conductor at any point.. [4M]
(RBSE 2019)

16. Write Biot-Savart law. [1M]

(RBSE 2019)
[1M]
17. Write the name of any two rules to find the direction of magnetic field.
(RBSE 2020)

18. Describe the construction of suspended coil galvanometer, draw labelled diagram of it. Prove that
current flowing in the coil of galvanometer is directly proportional to the deflection generated in
the coil. [4M]
(RBSE 2020)
19. Write Ampere's law in mathematical form. A charged particle is in motion, making an angle
𝜃(0∘<𝜃<90∘) with uniform magnetic field. Obtain the formula for its time period and pitch.
Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2021)

20. Write the formula of Biot - Savart's Law in vector form. Derive the formula of magnetic field at any
point on the axis for a current carrymg cosessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2021)

21. How can a galvanometer be converted into a voltmeter? [1M]

(RBSE 2022)
[1M]
22. A moving charge can produce-

(a) Only electric field (b) Only magnetic field

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(c) Both electric & magnetic field (d) None of these

(RBSE 2022)

23. The force between two parallel current carrying conductor is ................... [1M]
(RBSE 2023)

24. Obtain an expression for magnetic field on the axis of current carrying very long solenoid by
Ampere's circuital law. Draw necessary diagram. [1+2=3M]
(RBSE 2023)

25. When a charged particle moves in a uniform magnetic field in a direction perpendicular to the
field, then the path of the particle will be – [0.5M]
(A) Parabolic (B) Circular

(C) Straight line (D) Helical

(RBSE 2024)
26. To convert a galvanometer into a voltmeter a resistance of ___________value is connected in series to
[0.5M]
it.
(RBSE 2024)

27. Derive expression of magnetic field at any point on the axis for a current carrying circular loop by
Biot-Savart's law. Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2017, RBSE 2024)

28. Derive formula for the force per unit length acting on the two straight parallel current carrying
conductors. Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2014, RBSE 2024)
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05
MAGNETISM AND MATTER
1.What are diamagnetic substances ? Give one example. [1M]
(RBSE 2014)

2. Define angle of declination ( magnetic declination ). In the magnetic meridian of a certain place, the
horizontal component of earth's magnetic field is 0·25 gauss and the dip angle is 60°. At this place
find the value of earth's magnetic field. [2M]
(RBSE 2015)

3. Write two characteristics of the material to construct a permanent magnet. Give two examples of
such materials. [2M]
(RBSE 2016)

4. Define curie temperature in magnetism. [1M]

(RBSE 2017)
[1M]
5. Draw hysteresis curve (B-H curve) for a ferromagnetic substance. (RBSE 2018)
(RBSE 2020)
6. What is diamagnetic substances ? [1M]

7. (a) The magnetic moment of two bar magnets are �⃗�⃗ 1 and �⃗�⃗ 2. If angle between them is 𝝷 then
write the value of resultant magnetic moment.
(b) Soft iron is used in making electro-magnets. Why ? [2M]
(RBSE 2020)
[1M]
8. Write two characteristics of the material to produce a permanent magnet .
(RBSE 2023)
[1M]
9. Select two paramagnetic material from the following:
Sodium (Na), Bismuth (Bi), Copper (Cu), Aluminum ( Al), Lead (Pb) (RBSE 2023)

10. The resultant magnetic moment produced per unit volume of a substance is called________. [0.5M]
(RBSE 2024)
[1M]
11. What is paramagnetic substance?
(RBSE 2024)
12. Write any two properties of magnetic field lines. [1.5M]
(RBSE 2024)
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06
ELECTROMAGNETIC INDUCTIONS
1. Write Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction.

[1M]
(RBSE 2022,RBSE 2016,RBSE 2013,RBSE 2023)
2. Two concentric circular coils of radii r and R are placed coaxially with centres coinciding. If R
calculate the mutual inductance between the coils.[2M]
(RBSE 2014)

3. Write the statement of Lenz's law of electromagnetic induction.

A 2 meter horizontal long straight conducting wire extending from east to west direction
speed of 5 m/s perpendicular to the horizontal component of the earth's magnetic field 0.3
Calculate the value of instantaneous emf induced across the ends of wire. [2M]
(RBSE 2015)

4. Write Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction. [1M]

(RBSE 2016,RBSE 2022,RBSE 2013,RBSE 2023)
[1M]
5. A light bulb is rated at 100W for a 220V supply. Find the peak voltage of the source.
(RBSE 2016)

6. Current in a circuit falls from 5.0 A to zero in 0.15A . if an average emf of 100 volt is induced t
calculate self inductance of an inductor in the circuit. [2M]
(RBSE 2016)

l
7. A conducting rod of length v
'' is moving with constant linear speed '' in a uniform magnetic f
This arrangement is mutually perpendicular. Obtain the expression of motional electromo
[2M]
(RBSE 2022,RBSE 2017)

8. The length of side of a square loop is 4m. This loop is placed in an uniform magnetic field of
Outside the loop, the magnetic field is zero and it is coming out side from magnetic field p
with velocity 2m/s. Find the value of induced emf in loop after one second. [2M]
(RBSE 2018)
[1M]
9. Write Lenz's law. Lenz's law obeys law of conservation of energy. Explain.
(RBSE 2019,RBSE 2023)

10.Define magnetic flux. [1M]

(RBSE 2020)

11.Obtain an expression for the induced emf

e = e0 sin ωt generated due to the rotational motion of the
rectangular coil in the uniform magnetic field. Draw a graph between induced emf [3M] ‘e’ and
(RBSE 2020)
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12. On conservation of which physical quantity the Lenz's law is based? [1M]
(RBSE 2021)

13. A conducting rod of length ' 𝐿 ' is rotating with constant angular velocity ' 𝜔 ', perpendicular to
uniform magnetic field ' 𝐵 '. Obtain an expression of induced EMF between its ends. Draw
necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2017, 2021, 2022)

14. The correct relationship between the permittivity ofϵ0),

freethe
space
permeability
( of free space (μ0)
and the velocity of light in vacuum (c) is-
[1M] (RBSE 2022)

1
(A)μϵ0 =0c 2 (B) = c2
√μ0 ϵ0

1
(C) √μ 0ϵ =c2
0 (D) = c2
μ 0 ϵ0

15. The ratio of flux linkageN (ϕ) associated with a coil having N turns to the current (I) flowing t
𝑁𝜙
( 𝐼 ) is ............... [1M]
(RBSE 2022)

16. Draw a diagram of the magnetic field lines due to a current carrying circular loop .
[1M]
(RBSE 2022)

17. Write Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction. [1M]

(RBSE 2022,RBSE 2016,RBSE 2013,RBSE 2023)
[1M]
18. Write the statement for Lenz's law for electromagnetic induction.
(RBSE 2019,RBSE 2023)
[1.5M]
19. Find out the value of power factor for following circuit-
(i) Purely capacitive circuit.
(ii) Series LCR resonance circuit .
(RBSE 2023)

20. Why self-inductance is called electrical inertia? [1M]

(RBSE 2024)

21. A 5 m long straight horizontal conducting wire situated in the east to west direction is falling with
a speed of 2 m/s perpendicular to the horizontal component of the earth magnetic field of
0.3×10−4 T. Find the instantaneous value of the emf induced between the ends of the wire. [1.5M]
(RBSE 2024)
[1.5M]
22. Draw a clear and labeled diagram of an alternating current generator.
(RBSE 2024)
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07
ALTERNATING CURRENT

1. Draw a diagram of AC generator and describe it. Derive an expression for instantaneous value of
induced emf. [4M]
(RBSE 2013)

2. Write average value of current over a complete cycle of alternating current.

(RBSE 2015)

3. Match the following : [3M] (RBSE 2015)

4. A light bulb is rated at 100W for a 220V supply. Find the peak voltage of the source. [1M]
(RBSE 2016)

5. Draw a labelled diagram of an alternating current Generator. Determine the induced electromotive
force by the rotation of coil in it . [2M]
(RBSE 2016)

6. Describe any two energy losses occurring in transformer. How these can be minimized? Why
electric power is transmitted at high voltage upto large distances. [3M]
(RBSE 2017)

7. Find the time taken by an alternating current to attain zero from peak value . The frequency of
alternating current is 50Hz. [1M]
(RBSE 2018)

8. Write one merit and one demerit of alternating current in comparison of direct
current .Obtain expression for following in a pure inductive alternating current circuit--
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(i) Instantaneous value of current

(ii) Reactance of circuit
(iii) Peak value of current
Draw curve for power in pure inductive circuit. [1+2+1=4M]
(RBSE 2018)

9. Write relation between root mean square (rms) value and peak value of alternating current. [1M]
(RBSE 2019)

10. Derive an expression for induced emf in a rod rotating in a uniform magnetic field. Draw necessary
diagram. [3M]
(RBSE 2019)

11. The power factor of a coil is 0.707 at frequency 50 Hz. If frequency is doubled, then calculate the
power factor of coil. [2M]
(RBSE 2020)

12. In the given figure, write a point showing the resonant state. [1M]

(RBSE 2020)

13. The voltage and current in an AC circuit are V = 50 sin 314 t V and
𝜋
I = 10 sin (314 𝑡+) A respectively. Calculate :
4
(i) Wattless current
(ii) Root mean square voltage. [2M]
(RBSE 2020)
14. The root mean square current in AC circuit is √2 A. Its peak value will be- [1M]

(A) 2 A (C) 0.5 A

(B) 1 A (D) zero

(RBSE 2021)

15. A transformer steps up 220 V to 2200 V. If number of turns in secondary coil is 1000 , then
calculate the number of turns in primary coil. [2M]
(RBSE 2021)

16. (A) Obtain an expression of average power in AC circuit.

(B) Draw a curve for showing variation in alternating current with frequency in LCR series circuit.
[3M] (RBSE 2021)
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𝜋
17. Frequency of electric current of alternating current I = 200 sin (60 𝑡+) will be :
6

(a) 120Hz (b) 60Hz

(c) 90Hz (d) 30Hz
(RBSE 2023)
18. Current in a circuit falls from 5.0 A to 1.0 A in 0.1 S . If an average e.m.f. of 200V is induced . Give an

estimate of the self inductance of the circuit . [1.5M]

(RBSE 2023)

19. The device is based on the principle of mutual induction is – [0.5M]

(A) ac generator (B) galvanometer
(C) voltmeter (D) transformer

(RBSE 2024)

20. (A) Prove that the peak value (𝐼𝑚) of an alternating current is √2 times of its root mean square
(rms) value.
𝜋
(B) If alternating current I=4sin 𝜔𝑡 and voltage V=200sin (𝜔𝑡+), then calculate the average
3
power dissipated in the circuit. [4M]
(RBSE 2024)

21. (A)Prove that the average power supplied to an inductor over one complete cycle is zero.
(B) If in LCR alternating current circuit R=24Ω,XL=110Ω and XC=110Ω, then find the
impedance of the circuit. [4M]
(RBSE 2024)
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08
ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVES
1. (a) Write Gauss' law for magnetism in the form of Maxwell equation.
1
(b) Write the value of √ μ 0 ϵ. 0 [1M]
(RBSE 2013)

2. (a) In free space at a point magnitude of electric field vector (�⃗�⃗ ) is 9·3 V/m. Find the magnitude of
magnetic field vector (�⃗�⃗ ) at the point.
(b) Out of ultraviolet, infrared and X-rays whose wavelength is maximum ? [2M]
(RBSE 2013)
[1M]
3. Write the mathematical equation of 'Ampere-Maxwell law'.
(RBSE 2013,RBSE 2014)

4. Identify the constituent radiations of electromagnetic spectrum which

(a) is absorbed by ozone layer in the atmosphere
(b) is produced by bombarding a metal target by high speed electrons
(c) is used in satellite communication
(d) has wavelength range between 400 nm to 700 nm. [2M]
(RBSE 2014)

5. Draw propagation diagram of a linearly polarised electromagnetic wave and write any two
properties of electromagnetic waves.
The amplitude of the magnetic field associated with an electromagnetic wave in vacuum is Bo =
50×10-8 tesla. Write the value of amplitude of the electric field in V/m associated with the wave.
[2M]
(RBSE 2015)
[1M]
6. Write the name of electromagnetic wave produced by vacuum tube magnetron.
(RBSE 2015,RBSE 2023)
[1M]
7. Which electromagnetic waves are used in remote controller switches ? (RBSE 2016)

8. What is displacement current ? Obtain an expression of displacement current for a charged

capacitor . Write Ampere-Maxwell's law. [1M]
(RBSE 2016)

9. A charged particle oscillates about its equilibrium position with a frequency of 100MHz . What is
the frequency of electromagnetic waves produced by the oscillator? [1M]
(RBSE 2017)
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10. Write the name of any four waves (radiations) produced in electromagnetic spectrum. [2M]
(RBSE 2017,RBSE 2024)
[1M]
11. Write any two Maxwell's equations.
(RBSE 2018)

12. In electromagnetic waves, write the value of (A) angle and (B) phase difference, between electric
field E⃗⃗ and magnetic field B⃗⃗ . [1M]
(RBSE 2019)

13. The magnitude of electric field E⃗⃗ at a point in free space is 300 V/m. Find the magnitude of
magnetic field B⃗⃗ at this point. Velocity of light is 3×108 m/s. [2M]
(RBSE 2019)

14. Write the name of electromagnetic wave produced by vacuum tube magnetron. [1M]
(RBSE 2015,RBSE 2023)
[1M]
15. Communication frequency band range for FM broadcast is –
(a) 530-1710 MHz (b) 88-108 MHz
(d) 54-85 MHz
(c) 540-890 MHz
(RBSE 2023)
[0.5M]
16. The formula for displacement current (𝐼𝑑) is –
𝑑𝜙
(A) 𝜇 0 𝑑𝑑𝜙𝑡𝐸 (B) 𝜇 0 ∈ 𝐸0 𝑑 𝑡

𝑑 𝜙𝐸 1 𝑑 𝜙𝐸
(C) 𝜖0 (D)
𝑑 𝑡 𝜖 0 𝑑 𝑡
(RBSE 2024)

17. In electromagnetic waves, the value of angle between electric field (E⃗⃗ ) and magnetic field (�⃗�⃗ ) is -
[0.5M]
(A) 180∘ (B) 90∘

(C) 45∘ (D) 0∘

(RBSE 2024)

18. Write the names of any three waves (radiations) produced in the electromagnetic spectrum.[1.5M]
(RBSE 2017,RBSE 2024)
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09
RAY OPTICS AND OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS
1.Match the following : [2M]

(RBSE 2013)

2. Draw a ray diagram for image formation by a concave mirror and establish a relation between
object distance ( u ), image distance ( v ) and focal length ( f ). [3M]
(RBSE 2013, RBSE 2015, RBSE 2023)

3. Draw a ray diagram for a concave mirror and prove that focal length of the mirror is half of its
radius of curvature. Write mirror equation for a concave mirror. When light enters from rare to
denser media, what effect occurs on the values of wavelength and frequency of it ? [4M]
(RBSE 2013)

4. An object of size 3 cm is placed at 30 cm in front of a concave mirror of radius of curvature 40 cm.

Find the distance and size of image from the mirror and describe the nature of the image. [3M]
(RBSE 2014)

5. Draw a labelled ray diagram of a refractive telescope. Deduce an expression of magnifying power of
it. Write two main limitations of a refracting type telescope over a reflecting type telescope. [4M]
(RBSE 2014)

6. Write the relation between object distance ( u ), image distance ( v ) and focal length ( f ) for a
concave mirror. [3M]
(RBSE 2013, RBSE 2015, RBSE 2023)

7. What will be the radius of curvature of a concave mirror of focal length 10 cm ? [1M]
(RBSE 2015)
8. Define the following :
(a) Total internal reflection (RBSE 2019)
(b) Refraction of light. [1+1=2M]
(RBSE 2015)
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9. The radius of curvature of concave mirror is 40 cm. Determine its focal length. [1M]
(RBSE 2016)
[1M]
10. What is far sightedness or hypermetropia ?
(RBSE 2016)

11. Why reflecting telescope is superior in comparison to refracting telescope ?(RBSE 2014)

Magnifying power of a telescope is 8. when it is adjusted for parallel rays the distance between
eyepiece and the objective lens is 18 cm. Determine the focal length of both the lenses.? [3M]
(RBSE 2016)

12. Describe the construction of compound microscope. Derive an expression for its total
magnification. Draw a ray diagram for the formation of image by a compound microscope. [4M]
(RBSE 2016, RBSE 2022)

13. Write the definition of refractive index of a medium. [1M]

(RBSE 2017)
1 1 1
14. Derive the lens maker's formula = ( 𝑛 − 1 ) ( − ) . The lower half of the concave mirror's
𝑓 𝑅1 𝑅2
reflecting surface is covered with an opaque material. What will be the effect on the image formed
by the mirror. [4M]
(RBSE 2017, RBSE 2024)

15. (a) What does mean by magnifying power of a Microscope?

(b) An object is placed at 20 cm from a convex lens . If 3 times magnified real image is formed by the
lens then find the focal length of the lens. [3M]
(RBSE 2018)

16. Write relation between power of lens and it's focal length. [1M]
(RBSE 2019)
[1M]
17. Define Total internal reflection.
(RBSE 2015, RBSE 2019)

18. (a) Deduce an expression for mirror equation. Draw necessary ray diagram.

(b) Find focal length of a spherical mirror of radius of curvature 10 cm. [2+1+1=4M]
(RBSE 2019)

19. Focal length of a convex lens in air is 25 cm. If it is immersed in water, then calculate the focal
4 3
length of the lens. ( nw = , ng = ) . [2M]
3 2 (RBSE 2020)

20. If image formed at infinity by simple microscope, then formula for its magnifying power (M) will
be – [1M]
D f
(A) 1+ (B) 1+
f D
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𝐷 𝑓
(C) 𝑓
(D) 𝐷

(RBSE 2021)

21. Define power of lens. [1M]

(RBSE 2021)

22. (A) Define resolving power.

(B) The power of objective and eye-piece are 4D and 24D respectively in an astronomical
telescope. If final image formed at infinity then calculate the magnifying power of telescope. [3M]
(RBSE 2021)

23. Draw ray diagram for refraction of light by prism. Prove that refractive index of prism 𝜂=
s i n 𝐴 (+ 𝛿𝑚 )
2
𝐴
2 . [4M]
sin (RBSE 2021, 2023)

24. What is meant by compound microscope? Draw a ray diagram of the formation of an image by a
compound microscope. Briefly describe its working and derive the formula for its total
magnification. [4M]
(RBSE 2022)

25. If the focal length of a concave mirror is f and radius of curvature is R, then prove that radius of
curvature is twice the focal length. [1.5M]
(RBSE 2022,RBSE 2013)

26. If a concave lens of 25 cm focal length is placed in contact with a convex lens of 20 cm focal length,
then calculate the power of the combined lens formed by this combination.
[1.5M] (RBSE 2022)

27. What is meant by Telescope? Draw a ray diagram of image formation by a refracting
telescope. Briefly describe its working and derive the formula for its magnifying power.
[4M] (RBSE 2022)

28. If refractive index of denser medium 1 with respect to rarer medium 2 is n12 and critical angle for
this pair of media is iC , then correct relation between n12 and iC is— [1M]

(a) n12 = sin ic (b) n12 = tan ic

1 1
(c) n12 = (d) n12 =
tan 𝑖𝑐 sin 𝑖𝑐
(RBSE 2022)

29. Write the relation between object distance ( u ), image distance ( v ) and focal length ( f ) for a
concave mirror. [3M]
(RBSE 2013,RBSE 2015,RBSE 2023, RBSE 2024)

30. What will be the focal length of a convex lens whose power is +2.5D? [1M]

(a) 50 cm (b) 25 cm
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(c) 250 cm (d) 40 cm

(RBSE 2023)

31. In the primary rainbow , light is refracted ...............and internally reflected ............. . [1M]
(RBSE 2023)
[1M]
32. The radius of curvature of a concave mirror is 28 cm , its focal length will be ?
(RBSE 2023)

33. Draw a ray diagram of light passing through a triangular glass prism. If prism angle is A then
𝒔 𝒊 𝒏 𝑨( + 𝜹 𝒎)
deduce the relation µ = 𝟐𝑨
. [4M]
𝒔𝒊𝒏( )
𝟐
(Where µ = refractive index of substance of prism and 𝛿𝑚= minimum deviation)

(RBSE 2023)

34. If the magnification of a optical instrument is negative, then the image will always be formed -

(A) Real and inverted (B) Virtual and erect

(C) Real and erect (D) Virtual and inverted

(RBSE 2024)

35. If the magnification of objective and eyepiece in a compound microscope is ' 𝑚′𝑜 ' and ' 𝑚 𝑒′
respectively, then the total magnifying power (𝑚) of the microscope will be – [0.5M]
(A) 𝑚𝑜+𝑚𝑒 (B) 𝑚𝑜−𝑚𝑒
(C) 𝑚
𝑚
𝑜 ⋅ 𝑚
𝑒 (D) 𝑚 𝑜𝑒
(RBSE 2024)

36. The radius of curvature of a concave mirror is 24 cm. The value of its focal length will be_________
cm. [0.5M]
(RBSE 2024)

37. The magnifying power of a small telescope is 9 and the length of the tube is 100 cm. Find the focal
lengths of the objective and eyepiece of the telescope. [1.5M]
(RBSE 2024)

38. Define total internal reflection. Establish relation between 𝑢,𝑣 and 𝑓 for a spherical mirror. Draw
necessary ray diagram.
(RBSE 2013,RBSE 2015,RBSE 2023, RBSE 2024)

1 1 1
39. Define lateral shift. Derive the lens maker's formula 𝑓=(𝑛 2 1− 1)( − ). Draw necessary ray
R1 R2
diagram. (where symbols carry usual meaning). [1+2+1=4M]
(RBSE 2017, RBSE 2024)
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10
WAVE OPTICS
1. To produce interference fringe pattern, draw a ray diagram of Young's double slit experiment.

Derive an expression of fringe width for bright interference fringes. If fringe width for bright
fringes is 2 mm, write the fringe width for dark fringes. Whether the centre point of interference
fringe pattern is bright or dark? Explain it. [4M]
(RBSE 2013)
[1M]
2. Write the definition of wavefront.
(RBSE 2014)

3. In Young's double-slit experiment, the slots are separated by 0.28 mm and the screen is placed 1.4
m away. If the distance between the central bright fringe and the fourth bright fringe is 1.2 cm,
determine the wavelength of light used in the experiment. [3M]
(RBSE 2014)

4. Draw a graph to show the relative intensity distribution for a single slit diffraction pattern. Obtain
the expression for the width of central maxima. If slit width is doubled then what is the effect on
width of central maxima? [4M]
(RBSE 2014)
[1M]
5. Define diffraction of light.
(RBSE 2015, RBSE 2019)

6. (a) Define refraction of light waves.

(b) Draw a ray diagram for refraction at a spherical surface separating two media.

()c For re fraction at a spherical surface derive the relation 𝟐 − 𝟏 𝒏 = 𝟐 −𝟏 𝒏in object distance ( u ),
𝒏 𝒏
𝒗 𝒖 𝑹
image distance ( v ), refractive index of media (n 1, n2) and radius of curvature ( R ). [4M]
(RBSE 2015)

7. If a white light source is used in plane of monochromatic source of light in young's double slit
experiment then what will be the effect on interference fringes? [4M]
(RBSE 2016)

8. What is wavefront ? Explain laws of refraction of light on the bases of Huygens wave theory . [3M]
(RBSE 2017, RBSE 2020)

9. What is a polaroid ? Write any two uses of it . How will you identify the polarised light , the
partially polarised light and the unpolarised light ? [4M]
(RBSE 2017)
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10. “Light added to light can produce darkness”. Write the name of this phenomenon. [1M]
(RBSE 2017)

11. Write Malus law. [1M]

(RBSE 2018)
[1M]
12. Draw the curve for intensity distribution in diffraction by single slit.
(RBSE 2018)

13. Write two necessary conditions for interference of light. Obtain an expression for fringe width in
Young's double slit experiment. Draw curve for intensity distribution Young's double slit
experiment. [4M]
(RBSE 2018)

14. Define the diffraction of light. [1M]

(RBSE 2019,RBSE 2015)

15. (a) Write formula related to Malus law.

(b) When light is incident at 60° on a transparent sheet, the reflected light is completely polarised.
Find the refractive index of the substance and refraction angle. [2M]
(RBSE 2019)

16. (a) Draw a ray diagram to produce interference fringe pattern in Young's double slit experiment.
Derive an expression for fringe width of bright fringes.
(b) In Young's double slit experiment, fringe width is 2 mm. Find distance of second dark fringe

from central fringe. [4M]

(RBSE 2019)

17. What is wave front? Explain laws of refraction of light on the basis of Huygens wave theory. Draw
necessary ray diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2020,RBSE 2017)

18. Write any two differences between diffraction and interference of light. [2M]
(RBSE 2020)

19. What are coherent sources? [1M]

(RBSE 2021)

20. If ratio of the amplitudes of the two light waves is 4:3 in interference, then calculate
the ratio of the maximum to minimum intensities. [3M]
(RBSE 2021)

21. Write any two necessary conditions for interference of light. Obtain the formula for fringe width in
Young's double slit experiment. Draw necessary diagram. [4M]
(RBSE 2021)

22. What is diffraction of light? Explain laws of refraction of light on the basis of Huygens wave theory.
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Draw necessary ray diagram. [4M]

(RBSE 2021)
[1M]
23. The path difference equivalent to 4𝝅 phase difference is—

(a) 8λ (b) 2λ

(c) 4λ (d) 6λ
(RBSE 2023)

24. To produce interference fringe pattern , draw necessary diagram of young's double slit
experiment . Derive an expression of fringe width for bright fringes. [2M]
(RBSE 2023,RBSE 2013, RBSE 2018 ,RBSE 2019)

25. Natural light from the sun is – [0.5M]

(A) polarized (B) unpolarized

(C) partially polarized (D) linear polarised

(RBSE 2024)
[0.5M]
26. Bending of waves from their path by the edges of an obstacle is called_____________.
(RBSE 2024)
[1.5M]
27. Derive Snell's law for refraction of light by Huygen's wave theory. (RBSE 2024)
[1.5M]

28. Define the following:

(A) Interference of light
(B) Polarisation of light
(RBSE 2024)
[1M]
29. Define Coherent source.
(RBSE 2024)
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11
DUAL NATURE OF RADIATION AND
1. Define the following in photoelectric effect phenomenon :
(a) (i) Work function

(ii) Stopping potential (cut-off potential)

(b) Calculate energy of photon of wavelength 3·31 A . [2M]
(RBSE 2013)

2. Calculate de-Broglie wavelength associated with an electron, accelerated through a potential

difference of 400V. [2M]
(RBSE 2013)

3. A ball of mass 0·12 kg is moving with a speed 20 m/s. Calculate the de Broglie wavelength. ( Planck
constant h = 6.62×10-34 J.s ) [1M]
(RBSE 2014)

4. The graph between the stopping potential V0 and frequency ν for two different metal plates P and
Q are shown in the figure. Which of the metals has greater threshold wavelength and work
function ? [1M]

(RBSE 2014)

5. A monochromatic light source of frequency 6 × 1014 Hz is emitting energy at the rate 2 × 10-3 J/s.
Calculate the number of photons emitted per second by the source. [2M]
(RBSE 2014)

6. Define stopping potential ( cut-off potential ) with reference to photoelectric effect. [1M]
(RBSE 2015)

7. The work function of a metal is 3.31 × 1.6 × 10-19 joule. Calculate its threshold frequency in hertz.
[1M]
(RBSE 2015)

8. What is stopping voltage (or cut voltage)? Plot a graph of variation of photoelectric current with
collector plate potential for two incident radiations of same frequency and different intensities.
[2M]
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(RBSE 2016)

9. An electron, an alpha particle (α) and a proton have same kinetic energies . Which one of these
particles has the largest De Broglie wavelength? [1M]
(RBSE 2017)

10. What is photoelectric effect? On which two factors the photoelectric current depends. [1M]
(RBSE 2017)
[1M]
11. What does mean by work function for metals?
(RBSE 2018)

12. Find the De Broglie wavelength related to an electron accelerated by 104 volt.
(RBSE 2018)
13. Derive Einstein’s Photoelectric equation. Explain photoelectric effect with the help of this equation.

[2M]
(RBSE 2018)

14. Define threshold frequency. [1M]

(RBSE 2019,RBSE 2024)

15. Calculate de Broglie wavelength of a wave associated with an electron, which is accelerated
through a potential difference of 100 V. [2M]
(RBSE 2019)

16. Why photo-electric effect cannot be explained on the basis of wave theory of light ? Write any two
reasons. [1.5M]
(RBSE 2020)

17. The formula of momentum for a photon is- [1M]

ℎ𝜆
(A) hv (C) 𝑐

h h
(B) 𝜆 (D) c𝜆
(RBSE 2021)

18. The maximum kinetic energy of an emitted photo electron by a metal is 2.2eV. The value of
stopping potential will be __________volt. [1M]
(RBSE 2021)

19. What is photoelectric effect? Draw a graph between photoelectric current and intensity of incident
light. [2M]
(RBSE 2021)

20. By writing Einstein's photoelectric equation, explain any two observations related to photoelectric
effect. [1.5M]
(RBSE 2022)

21. Calculate the de Broglie wavelength associated with an electron, accelerated through a potential
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difference of 100 V. [1.5M]

(RBSE 2022)

22. In an experimental study of photoelectric effect, the correct graph between collector plate
potential and photoelectric current for different intensities of incident radiation is- [1M]

(RBSE 2022)

23. Define : [1.5M]

(a) Work Function
(b) Stopping potential
(RBSE 2023)
[1.5M]
24. If the work function of caesium metal is 2.14 eV then find its threshold frequency in Hz .
(RBSE 2023)

25. De-Broglie wavelength associated with an electron , accelerated through a potential

difference of 100V is[1M]

(a) 12.27 nm (b) 1.227 nm

(c) 0.1227 nm (d)122.7 nm

(RBSE 2023)

26. The maximum kinetic energy of a photo electron emitted from a metal is 1.8eV. The value of
stopping potential (cut-off voltage) will be -
(A) 3.6 V (B) 2.0 V
(C) 1.8 V (D) 0.9 V
(RBSE 2024)

27. The momentum (p) of photon is – [0.5M]

ℎ 𝜆
(A) 𝜆 (B) ℎ
ℎC
(C) 𝜆 (D) ℎ𝜆
(RBSE 2024)
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28. The formula for the de Broglie wavelength associated with an electron accelerated by a potential '
V' i s 𝜆 = _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ n m . [ 0 . 5 M ]
(RBSE 2024)

29. Write the definition of threshold frequency of a substance. [1M]

(RBSE 2019,RBSE 2024)
[1.5M]
30. A 20 Watt bulb emits 5×109 photons per second. Find the energy of each photon.
(RBSE 2024)
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12
ATOMS
1.Write Bohr's any two postulates for hydrogen atom. [2M]
(RBSE 2013)

2. The energy of the electron in the ground state of hydrogen atom is –13·6 eV. Find the kinetic
energy and potential energy of electron in this state. [2M]
(RBSE 2014)

3. On the basis of Bohr's postulates derive an expression for orbital velocity of an electron in n the
stationary orbit of hydrogen atom.
The ground state energy of hydrogen atom is ( – ) X eV. What will be the kinetic energy of the
electron in this state ? [2M]
(RBSE 2015)

4. How much energy is required to excite a hydrogen atom from its ground state to second excited
state? [1M]
(RBSE 2016)

5. Write the statement of Bohr's second postulate of quantisation . Determine the wavelength of first
spectral line in the Lyman series of the hydrogen spectrum . [Rydberg constant R=1.097 × 107m-1]
[2M]
(RBSE 2016)
[2M]
6. Write two drawbacks of Rutherford’s atomic model.
(RBSE 2016)
[1M]
7. Write the Rydberg formula for the spectrum of the hydrogen atom . (RBSE 2017)
[2M]
8. Write two limitations of Bohr's model. (RBSE 2017)

9. Find the ratio of maximum wavelength to minimum wavelength for the lines of Balmer series in
hydrogen spectrum. [2M]
(RBSE 2018)

10. Write name of series of hydrogen spectrum obtained when an electron transits from higher energy
level n2 = 2, 3, 4, 5 ......... to ground energy level n1 = 1. [1M]
(RBSE 2019)

11. Write Niels Bohr's any two postulates for hydrogen atom (hydrogen like ions). [2M]
(RBSE 2019)

12. The total energy of the electron in the ground state of Hydrogen atom is -13.6 eV . Find the kinetic
energy and the potential energy of electron in this state . [1.5M]
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(RBSE 2023)

13. (a) Write two drawbacks of the Rutherford's atomic model .

(b) Name the series of Hydrogen spectrum whose lines fall in the visible region . [1.5M]
(RBSE 2023)

14. The value of scattering angle of alpha particle for maximum value of impact parameter is -
(A) 90∘ (B) 60∘
(C) 45∘ (D) 0∘

(RBSE 2024)

15. The value of excitation energy required to bring an electron to the first excited state in hydrogen
atom is – [0.5M]
(A) 13.6eV (B) 10.2Ev

(C) 3.4eV (D) −3.4Ev

(RBSE 2024)
16. If the radius of first orbit of hydrogen atom is 0.5×10−10 m, then the radius of its second orbit will

be____________ m. [0.5M]
(RBSE 2024)

17. What is ionization energy? [1M]

(RBSE 2024)
[1.5M]
18. Explain Bohr's second postulate of quantisation by de Broglie hypothesis.
(RBSE 2016, RBSE 2024)
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13
NUCLEI
𝟏
1.From the equation 𝑅=𝑅𝑂𝐴𝟑, show that the nuclear matter density is nearly constant. (Where 𝑅𝑂
is a constant and A is the mass number. )
[2M]
(RBSE 2014)

2. Write the relation in radius R and mass number A of a nucleus. [1M]

(RBSE 2015)
3. Define mass defect of a nucleus. Binding energy of 8O16 is 127·5 MeV. Write the value of its 'binding
[2M]
energy per nucleon'. Write the value of 1 eV energy in joule.
(RBSE 2015)

4. What will be the value of neutron multiplication factor for controlled chain reactions?
[1M] (RBSE 2018)

5. Write any three features of the nuclear force. [1.5M]

(RBSE 2022)

6. What is meant by mass defect and nuclear binding energy ? Draw a graph between mass number
and binding energy per nucleon. [3M]
(RBSE 2022)

7. Explain the following in a nuclear reactor based on thermal neutron fission

(a) The moderator
(b) The coolant.
Draw a block diagram of this reactor. [3M]
(RBSE 2022)

8. Define the following- [1.5M]

(A) nuclear fission
(B) nuclear fusion
(C) mass defect .
(RBSE 2023)

9. Those atoms which have the same atomic number but different mass number are called - [0.5M]

(A) isobars (B) isotones

(C) isotopes (D) isomers

(RBSE 2024)
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10. Write Einstein's mass-energy equivalent relation.
[1M]
(RBSE 2024)

11. Define – [1.5M]

(A) nuclear fission
(B) nuclear fusion
(RBSE 2023, RBSE 2024)
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SEMICONDUCTOR
1.Explain the working to obtain V-I characteristic curve in forward biasing of P-N junction diode.
Draw circuit diagram of experimental arrangement. [2M]
(RBSE 2013)

2. What is rectification ? Explain the working of a full wave rectifier. Draw necessary circuit diagram.
[3M]
(RBSE 2013)

3. Write the names of any two organic compound semiconductors. [1M]

(RBSE 2014)

4. Write the names of two important processes which occur on formation of p-n junction. Define the
'depletion region' and 'potential barrier' in it. [2M]
(RBSE 2014)

5. Select one donor impurity among the following :

Boron (B), Aluminium (Al), and Arsenic (As). [2M]
(RBSE 2015)

6. Define rectification.
Draw circuit diagram of a full-wave rectifier. Semi-conductor related to given energy band diagram
is : n-type semi-conductor, p-type semi-conductor or intrinsic semiconductor. [3M]

(RBSE 2015)
[1M]
7. Write two examples of acceptor impurities.
(RBSE 2016)

8. What is rectification ? Draw the circuit diagram of half wave rectifier and explain its working .
Show the input ac voltage and output voltage waveforms from the rectifier circuit. [4M]
(RBSE 2016)

9. What is extrinsic semiconductor ? How many types of these are ? Write their names. Explain the
processes which are occurred during the formation of a p-N junction.
Determine the electric field produced at a P-N junction when width of depletion layer is 1
micrometer and barrier potential is 0.7 volt. [4M]
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(RBSE 2016)

10. Draw circuit diagram for a P-N junction to obtain reverse bias characteristic curves.
Explain the phenomenon of reverse breakdown for a P-N junction in reverse bias state by following
processes
(i) Avalanche breakdown
(ii) Zener breakdown [3M]
(RBSE 2018)

11. (a) Select acceptor type impurity among the following:

arsenic (As), Antimony (Sb), gallium (Ga) and phosphorous (P). [1M]
(RBSE 2019)

12. What is intrinsic semiconductor and extrinsic semiconductor? Write an example of each
semiconductor. [2M]
(RBSE 2020)

13. What is P-N junction diode? [1M]

(RBSE 2020)

14. Distinguish clearly between conductor, insulator and semiconductor on the basis of energy band
theory. [2M]
(RBSE 2021)

15. The .................. are majority charge carriers and ................... are minority charge carriers in p-type
semiconductor. [1M]
(RBSE 2022)

16. Write dependence of resistivity with temperature for semiconductors. [1M]

(RBSE 2022)

17. What is meant by forward bias and reverse bias of p-n junction diode ?
Draw an experimental electric circuit diagram to study the V-I characteristics in the forward bias
and reverse bias of a p-n junction diode. Draw forward & reverse bias V-I characteristics curves for p-n
junction diode and explain the following in brief:
(i) Threshold or cut in voltage
(ii) Breakdown voltage [4M]
(RBSE 2022)

18. What is meant by rectification ? Draw an electric circuit diagram of a half wave rectifier. Write a
brief description of its working. Draw input and output voltage waveforms for this rectifier circuit.
[4M]
(RBSE 2022)

19. Write the name of majority charge carriers and minority charge carriers in p-type semiconductor.
[1M]
(RBSE 2022)

20. What is rectification ? Draw the circuit diagram of full wave rectifier and explain its working . Show
the input ac voltage and output volage waveforms from the rectifier circuit . [4M]
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(RBSE 2023)

21. What is intrinsic semiconductor? Explain the processes of p-n junction formation with necessary
diagram. Draw the symbol p-n junction diode. [3M]
(RBSE 2023)

22. Example of inorganic semiconductor is – [0.5M]

(A) Ge (B) CdS

(C) anthracene (D) polyaniline

(RBSE 2024)

23. __________types of extrinsic semiconductors are found. [0.5M]

(RBSE 2024)

24. (A) On the basis of energy band theory, write the difference between conductor, insulator and
semiconductor.
(B) Draw energy band diagram of 𝑛-types semiconductor. [3M]
(RBSE 2024)

25. Write the name of device ' Y ' in the following given diagram. Explain its working making with
circuit diagram. [3M]

(RBSE 2024)
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