Chapter 11 – Electricity
1. An electric bulb is connected to a power supply of 220 V. If the current drawn by the bulb
from the supply is 500 mA, the power of the bulb is: (1)
(A) 11 W (B) 110 W
(C) 220 W (D) 1100 W
2. Four identical resistors of 12 Ω each are connected in series to form a square ABCD as
shown in the figure. The resistance of the network between the two points 1 and 2 is: (1)
(A) 48 Ω (B) 36 Ω
(C) 9 Ω (D) 6 Ω
(A) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation
of Assertion (A).
(B) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct
explanation of Assertion (A).
(C) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
(D) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
3. Assertion (A): Nichrome is an alloy which is commonly used in electrical heating devices
such as electric irons, toasters, etc.
Reason (R): The resistivity of nichrome is high, and its resistance decreases with increase
in temperature. (1)
4. (a) A wire of resistance R is cut into three equal parts. If these three parts are then joined
in parallel, calculate the total resistance of the combination so formed. (2)
(OR)
(b) Define electric power. When do we say that the power consumed in an electric circuit
is 1 watt? (2)
5. An electric kettle is rated 750 W; 220 V. Can this kettle be used in a circuit which has a
fuse of current rating 3 A? Give reason for your answer. (2)
6. (a) Consider two lamps A and B of rating 50 W; 220 V and 25 W; 220 V respectively. Find
the ratio of the resistances of the two lamps (i.e. RA : RB). (2)
(OR)
Heat produced per second due to a current in a resistor of 4 Ω is 400 joules. Calculate the
potential difference across the resistor. (2)
7. Consider the following electric circuit: (3)
Calculate the values of the following:
(a) The total resistance of the circuit
(b) The total current drawn from the source
(c) Potential difference across the parallel combination of 10 Ω and 15 Ω resistors
8. (a) Define one ampere.
(b) The resistance of a wire of 0·01 cm radius is 14 Ω. If the resistivity of the material of
the wire is 44 x 10-8 Ωm, find the length of the wire. (Given Ω = 22/7) (3)
9. (a) Define one-volt potential difference between two points in an electric field.
(b) Draw a schematic diagram of an electric circuit of a cell of 1·5 V, 5 Ω and 10 Ω resistor
and a plug key, all connected in series.
Calculate the current drawn from the cell when the key is closed. (3)
10. Three resistors of 2Ω, 3Ω and 6Ω are connected in (i) series, and (ii) parallel. Draw the
arrangements of the resistors and find the equivalent resistance of each arrangement. (3)
11. In our homes, we receive the supply of electric power through a main supply also called
mains, either supported through overhead electric poles or by underground cables. In our
country the potential difference between the two wires (live wire and neutral wire) of this
supply is 220 V.
(a) Write the colours of the insulation covers of the line wires through which supply comes
to our homes. (1)
(b) What should be the current rating of the electric circuit (220 V) so that an electric iron
of 1 kW power rating can be operated? (1)
(c) (i) What is the function of the earth wire? State the advantage of the earth wire in
domestic electric appliances such as electric iron. (2)
(OR)
(c) (ii) List two precautions to be taken to avoid electrical accidents. State how these
precautions prevent possible damage to the circuit/appliance. (2)
12. (a) Consider the following circuits:
In which circuit will the power dissipated in the circuit be (I) minimum (II) maximum?
Justify your answer. (2)
(OR)
(b) Two lamps rated 100 W; 220 V and 60 W; 220 V are connected in parallel to electric
main supply of 220 V. Find the current drawn by the two lamps from the supply. (2)
13. In our homes, we receive the supply of electric power through a main supply also called
mains, either supported through overhead electric poles or by underground cables. In our
country the potential difference between the two wires (live wire and neutral wire) of this
supply is 220 V.
(a) Write the colours of the insulation covers of the line wires through which supply comes
to our homes. (1)
(b) What should be the current rating of the electric circuit (220 V) so that an electric iron
of 1 kW power rating can be operated? (1)
(c) (i) What is the function of the earth wire? State the advantage of the earth wire in
domestic electric appliances such as electric iron. (2)
(OR)
(c) (ii) List two precautions to be taken to avoid electrical accidents. State how these
precautions prevent possible damage to the circuit/appliance. (2)
Chapter 12 – Magnetic Effects of Electric Current
(A) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation
of Assertion (A).
(B) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct
explanation of Assertion (A).
(C) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
(D) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
1. Assertion (A): No two magnetic field lines are found to cross each other.
Reason (R): The compass needle cannot point towards two directions at the point of
intersection of two magnetic field lines. (1)
2. (a) The given figure shows the current passing through the straight
conductor XY. (5)
(i) Copy the diagram and draw the magnetic field lines when current flows from conductor
X to Y.
(ii) Name and state the rule used in determining the direction of the magnetic field lines in
the situation given above.
(iii) State Fleming’s left-hand rule. Using this rule, determine the direction of force applied
on an electron entering a uniform magnetic field as shown in the figure.
(OR)
(b) (i) Define the term solenoid. Draw the pattern of the magnetic field lines in and around
a current carrying straight solenoid. Mark on the pattern the (i) direction of current, (ii)
direction of field lines near the ends of the solenoid, and (iii) region where the magnetic
field is uniform.
(ii) How would you make an electromagnet using a current carrying solenoid? (5)