Physics miscellaneous


  1. X-rays region lies between









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    X-rays region lies between Gamma rays and ultraviolet region. 515. (3) A star appears twinkling in the sky because of refraction of light by atmosphere. Light bends when it passes obliquely from one medium to another. This is called refraction of light.

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    X-rays region lies between Gamma rays and ultraviolet region. 515. (3) A star appears twinkling in the sky because of refraction of light by atmosphere. Light bends when it passes obliquely from one medium to another. This is called refraction of light.


  1. Materials for rain proof coats and tents owe their water proof properties to









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    Materials for rain proof coats and tents owe their water proof properties to Surface Tension. The surface of a liquid behaves like an elastic membrane and therefore, has a tendency to contract. This property of liquid is called Surface Tension.

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    Materials for rain proof coats and tents owe their water proof properties to Surface Tension. The surface of a liquid behaves like an elastic membrane and therefore, has a tendency to contract. This property of liquid is called Surface Tension.



  1. Solar cells work on the principle of









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    Solar cells work on the principle of photovoltaic effect.

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    Solar cells work on the principle of photovoltaic effect.


  1. Which electromagnetic radiation is used for satellite communication ?









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    Microwave electromagnetic radiation is used for satellite communication.

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    Microwave electromagnetic radiation is used for satellite communication.



  1. Indicate the false statement about the resistance of a wire









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    The property of conductor due to which it opposes the flow of current through it is called Resistance. It is numerically equal to the ratio of potential difference across its ends to the current flowing through it. The SI unit of resistance is ohm.

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    The property of conductor due to which it opposes the flow of current through it is called Resistance. It is numerically equal to the ratio of potential difference across its ends to the current flowing through it. The SI unit of resistance is ohm.