SSLC 2023 Physics Answer Key
SSLC 2023 Physics Answer Key
A DC generator operates on the principle of electromagnetic induction, where it converts mechanical energy into electrical energy using a rotating coil within a magnetic field. Split rings in the generator help to provide DC by maintaining a constant polarity to the external circuit . A DC motor operates on the motor principle, which converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. In the motor, split rings (commutator) help change the direction of current flow through the coil every half rotation to sustain continuous rotation in one direction .
The image formed by a concave mirror is real and inverted. The magnification, defined as the ratio of the height of the image (hi) to the height of the object (ho), is given by m = hi/ho = -v/u, where v is the image distance and u is the object distance .
In a DC generator, split rings, also known as a commutator, serve to provide direct current (DC) output by periodically reversing the connections of the coil to the external circuit every half revolution. This ensures that the direction of the current remains consistent relative to the external circuit, stabilizing the direction of flow and consequently the efficiency of energy generation .
The refractive index is the ratio of the speed of light in a vacuum to its speed in the given medium. The document provides an example, stating that the refractive index of glass with respect to water is calculated by dividing the speed of light in water (2.25 × 10^8 m/s) by its speed in glass (2 × 10^8 m/s), giving a refractive index of 1.125 .
When a ray of light passes from a medium of higher optical density to a medium of lower optical density, the light ray deviates away from the normal. This is explained by the principles of refraction, where the change in speed as light enters a different medium causes the change in direction .
Increasing the number of turns in a coil enhances electromagnetic induction by increasing the total magnetic flux linkage. This results in a greater induced electromotive force (emf), improving the efficiency of induction-related applications such as transformers or inductive circuits .
To improve energy efficiency in households, the examination suggests judicious utilization of energy, maximizing the use of solar energy, minimizing water wastage, and using public transportation as much as possible. These practices aim to reduce the overall energy consumption and environmental footprint .
Green energy, such as biogas, solar, and wind energy, is renewable and environmentally friendly. Brown energy, including naphtha, coal, and CNG, relies on finite natural resources and has a larger environmental impact due to emissions. The document underscores the need for transitioning to green energy sources to reduce environmental harm .
The document describes mutual induction in the context of two coils, where a change in current in one coil induces an electromotive force (emf) in the other coil. This is demonstrated by the effect on the brightness of two bulbs, where the brightness of bulb B1 decreases and that of bulb B2 increases due to mutual induction .
In the step-down transformer described, the primary current (Ip) is 0.1 A and the primary voltage (Vp) is 1000 V, while the secondary current (Is) is 10 A. Output power (Ps) is calculated using the formula Ps = Vs × Is. Given Vs is 10 V (calculated from Vs = 0.1 × 1000 ÷ 10), thus Ps = 10 × 10 = 100 W .