Assertion (A): The velocity of sound is greater in solids than in gases. Reason (R): Solids possess higher elasticity compared to gases. MCQ with Answer and Explanation
Assertion (A): The velocity of sound is greater in solids than in gases. Reason (R): Solids possess higher elasticity compared to gases.
A. A is true but R is false.
B. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
C. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
D. A is false but R is true.
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The velocity of sound in a medium is determined by the formula v = √(E/ρ), where E is the modulus of elasticity and ρ is the density. Although solids are denser, their modulus of elasticity (bulk modulus) is tremendously higher than that of gases, overwhelmingly compensating for the density. Hence, sound travels fastest in solids.
Explanation:
Moderator (water, graphite) slows fast neutrons to thermal energies for efficient fission in U-235. Control rods absorb neutrons to regulate reaction. Memory tip: 'Moderator = neutron slower; Control rods = neutron absorber'. Reactor component function frequently tested in competitive nuclear physics questions.
Explanation:
Sir C.V. Raman discovered inelastic scattering of light (Raman effect) in 1928, received Nobel in 1930. Used to study molecular structure. Photoelectric effect: Einstein. Electron: J.J. Thomson. Fission: Hahn and Strassmann.
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