The process of splitting a heavy nucleus into lighter nuclei is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The process of splitting a heavy nucleus into lighter nuclei is
A. Fusion
B. Transmutation
C. Radioactive decay
D. Fission
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Fission, e.g., U-235 splitting.

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Question #1
In a potentiometer experiment, the balancing length for a cell is 60 cm. When the cell is shunted by a 2Ω resistor, the balancing length becomes 40 cm. The internal resistance of the cell is:
A. 1Ω
B. 2Ω
C. 4Ω
D. 3Ω

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Potentiometer measures EMF and internal resistance. Formula: r = R(L₁ - L₂)/L₂, where R is shunt resistance, L₁ initial balancing length, L₂ after shunting. Here R=2Ω, L₁=60 cm, L₂=40 cm. Thus r = 2×(60-40)/40 = 2×20/40 = 1Ω. This derives from terminal voltage V = E - Ir and potentiometer principle V ∝ balancing length. Memory tip: 'r = R(L₁/L₂ - 1)'. This advanced numerical tests potentiometer applications, common in competitive exams for experimental physics. Always verify the formula derivation to avoid misapplication.

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Question #2
An athlete runs 200 m in 20 seconds, then returns 100 m back in 10 seconds. The average speed for entire motion is
A. 10 m/s
B. 6.67 m/s
C. 15 m/s
D. 7.5 m/s

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Total distance = 200 m (forward) + 100 m (back) = 300 m. Total time = 20 s + 10 s = 30 s. Average speed = total distance / total time = 300/30 = 10 m/s. Average velocity would be displacement (200-100=100 m) / 30 s = 3.33 m/s. But average speed is 10 m/s. Wait, 300/30 = 10. But that's option A 10 m/s. I need to check: Did I compute right? 200 m forward, then returns 100 m back, so total path length = 300 m. Time total = 30 s. Average speed = 10 m/s. Option A is 10 m/s, B is 6.67. That gives A. But to test concept, many confuse with velocity. I'll set correct answer A. But I'll adjust to make distinction: Maybe distance first 200 m at 10 m/s, return 100 m at 5 m/s? Already given times. So correct answer A. It's moderate. I'll keep.

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Question #3
An AC generator produces alternating current. To convert an AC generator into a DC generator, which crucial component must be replaced?
A. The armature coil must be made of aluminum.
B. The magnetic poles must be swapped.
C. The slip rings must be replaced with a split-ring commutator.
D. The split-ring commutator must be replaced with slip rings.

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
An AC generator uses continuous 'slip rings' which allow the output polarity to reverse every half-rotation of the coil, generating alternating current. To produce direct current (DC), the slip rings must be replaced by a 'split-ring commutator'. This commutator reverses the connections to the external circuit at the exact moment the coil's current reverses, ensuring current flows in only one direction outside.

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