The gravitational constant G was first measured by MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The gravitational constant G was first measured by
A. Kepler
B. Galileo
C. Cavendish
D. Newton
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Henry Cavendish used torsion balance to determine G.

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Question #1
The heating element of an electric heater is made of
A. Iron
B. Aluminium
C. Nichrome
D. Copper

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Nichrome (alloy of nickel, chromium) has high resistivity and high melting point, doesn't oxidize easily at high temperature. Copper has low resistivity, not suitable for heating element.

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Question #2
When a small spherical metal body falls through a highly viscous liquid, it attains a terminal velocity. This terminal velocity is directly proportional to:
A. The inverse of the radius of the sphere
B. The radius of the sphere
C. The square root of the radius of the sphere
D. The square of the radius of the sphere

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
According to Stokes' Law, the terminal velocity (Vt) of a spherical body falling through a viscous medium is given by Vt = 2r^2(rho - sigma)g / 9(eta). Here, r is the radius. The formula clearly shows that the terminal velocity is directly proportional to the square of the radius (r^2).

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Question #3
Which of the following is an example of a non-contact force?
A. Frictional force
B. Tension in string
C. Muscular force
D. Gravitational force

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Gravity, electrostatic, magnetic forces act without direct contact. Friction, tension, normal require contact. Field forces are non-contact.

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