Structure of Atom

Question1
The energy of an electron in the first Bohr orbit of the H-atom is
-13.6 eV.

The magnitude of energy value of an electron in the first excited

state of Be3+ is ________ eV (nearest integer value).

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Answer: 54

Solution:

To find the energy of an electron in the first excited state of a Be3+ ion, we can use the formula for the energy
of an electron in a hydrogen-like atom:

eV
2
Z
E T = −13.6 2
n

Given:

Energy of the first orbit (ground state) of the hydrogen atom: E 1

= −13.6 eV (where Z = 1 and n = 1).

For Be3+:

Atomic number Z .
= 4

First excited state corresponds to n = 2.

Calculation for Be3+:

The energy ratio between the hydrogen atom and the Be3+ ion can be written as:
2 2
EH Z n
1 2
= 2
× 2
E n Z
Be +3 1 2

Substitute the known values:

 2 2
−13.6 1 2
= 2
× 2
E 1 4
Be +3

−13.6 1 4
= ×
E +3 1 16
Be

Solving this gives:

E Be +3 = −13.6 × 4 = −54.4 eV

The magnitude of the energy of the electron in the first excited state of Be3+ is |−54.4| = 54.4 eV, which is
approximately 54 eV when rounded to the nearest integer.

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Question2
Radius of the first excited state of Helium ion is given as : a 0 →

radius of first stationary state of hydrogen atom.

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Options:

A. r = a0

B. r = 2a 0

C. r = 4a 0

D. r =
a0

Answer: B

Solution:
2
n a0
rn =
Z

For the helium ion, which is hydrogen-like with a nuclear charge of Z = 2 , the first excited state corresponds
to n = 2. Substituting these values:
2
(2) a0 4 a0
r2 = = = 2 a0
2 2

Thus, the radius of the first excited state of the helium ion is 2 a . 0

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Question3
Given below are two statements :

Statement (I) : A spectral line will be observed for a 2p x → 2p y

transition.

Statement (II) : 2p and 2p are degenerate orbitals.

x y

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from
the options given below :

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Options:

A. Statement I is false but Statement II is true

B. Both Statement I and Statement II are false

C. Statement I is true but Statement II is false

D. Both Statement I and Statement II are true

Answer: A

Solution:
Let us analyze the two statements in the context of atomic orbitals and electronic transitions:

Statement (I)
“A spectral line will be observed for a 2p x → 2p y transition.”

For an emission (or absorption) line to be observed, there must be a difference in energy between the initial
and final states.

In a typical hydrogen-like or many-electron atom (without additional external fields or splitting effects), the
three 2p orbitals (2p , 2p , 2p ) are degenerate—i.e., they all have the same energy.
x y z

Consequently, a transition from 2p to 2p (both having the same energy) would involve no energy change.
x y

Hence, no photon is emitted or absorbed for this “transition.” So you would not observe a spectral line for
such a transition.
Therefore, Statement (I) is false.

Statement (II)
“2p and 2p are degenerate orbitals.”
x y

Orbitals within the same subshell (e.g., 2p subshell) are typically degenerate (same energy) in an isolated
atom (especially a hydrogen-like atom).

Thus, 2p and 2p (and 2p ) do indeed have the same energy.

x y z

Therefore, Statement (II) is true.

Conclusion
Statement (I): False

Statement (II): True

Hence, the correct choice is:

Option A: Statement I is false but Statement II is true.

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Question4
Heat treatment of muscular pain involves radiation of wavelength of
about 900 nm . Which spectral line of H atom is suitable for this?

Given : Rydberg constant

5 −1 −34 8
R H = 10 cm , h = 6.6 × 10 J s, c = 3 × 10 m/s)

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Options:

A. Lyman series, ∞ → 1

B. Balmer series, ∞ → 2

C. Paschen series, 5 → 3

D. Paschen series, ∞ → 3
Answer: D

Solution:
To determine which spectral line of the hydrogen atom suits the wavelength for heat treatment of muscular
pain (900 nm), we begin by applying the Rydberg equation:

1 2 1 1
= RH Z ( 2 − 2 )
λ n n
1 2

Given:

λ = 900 nm = 9 × 10 −5
cm

R H = 10
5
cm −1

Hydrogen atom (Z = 1)

We proceed by solving the equation:

1 1 1
= 2 − 2
λ×R H n n
1 2

Substituting the known values:

1 1 1
= −
9×10
−5
cm ×10
5
cm −1
n
2
1
n
2
2

This simplifies to:

1 1 1
= 2 − 2
9 n n
1 2

This condition is satisfied when n 1 = 3 and n 2 = ∞ .

Therefore, the appropriate spectral transition is from n 2 = ∞ to n 1 , which corresponds to the Paschen
= 3

series transition ∞ → 3.

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Question5
Given below are two statements about X-ray spectra of elements :

Statement (I) : A plot of √v ( v = frequency of X-rays emitted) vs

atomic mass is a straight line.

Statement (II) : A plot of v(ν = frequency of X-rays emitted) vs

atomic number is a straight line. In the light of the above statements,
choose the correct answer from the options given below :
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Options:

A. Statement I is false but Statement II is true

B. Both Statement I and Statement II are true

C. Statement I is true but Statement II is false

D. Both Statement I and Statement II are false

Answer: D

Solution:

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Question6
Given below are two statements :

Statement (I) : For a given shell, the total number of allowed orbitals
is given by n . 2

Statement (II) : For any subshell, the spatial orientation of the

orbitals is given by −l to +l values including zero.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from
the options given below :

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Options:
A. Both Statement I and Statement II are true

B. Both Statement I and Statement II are false

C. Statement I is false but Statement II is true

D. Statement I is true but Statement II is false

Answer: A

Solution:

For a shell total number of orbitals = n 2

Magnetic quantum number have values (−ℓ to +ℓ) including 0.

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Question7
For hydrogen atom, the orbital/s with lowest energy is/are :

(A) 4s

(B) 3p x

(C) 3 d x −y
2 2

(D) 3 d z
2

(E) 4p z

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Options:

A. (A) only

B. (B) only
C. (B), (C) and (D) only

D. (A) and (E) only

Answer: C

Solution:
In hydrogen atom the orbitals in a shell are degenerate means energy depends only on ' n '

∴ E 3p x = E 3 d
= E3 d
x 2 −y 2 z2

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Question8
In a multielectron atom, which of the following orbitals described by
three quantum numbers will have same energy in absence of electric
and magnetic fields?

A. n = 1, l = 0, m1 = 0

B. n = 2, l = 0, m1 = 0

C. n = 2, I = 1, m1 = 1

D. n = 3, l = 2, m1 = 1

E. n = 3, l = 2, m1 = 0

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Options:

A. B and C Only

B. C and D Only

C. A and B Only
D. D and E Only

Answer: D

Solution:

orbital

A : n = 1, ℓ = 0, m ℓ = 0 1s

B : n = 2, ℓ = 0, m ℓ = 0 2s

C : n = 3, ℓ = 1, m ℓ = 1 3p

D : n = 3, ℓ = 2, m ℓ = 1 3d

E : n = 3, ℓ = 2, m ℓ = 0 3d

In absence of electric and magnetic fields, all orbitals of 3d are degenerate

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Question9
Which of the following is/are not correct with respect to energy of
atomic orbitals of hydrogen atom?

(A) 1s < 2p < 3d < 4s

(B) 1s < 2s = 2p < 3s = 3p

(C) 1s < 2s < 2p < 3s < 3p

(D) 1s < 2s < 4s < 3d

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Options:

A.
(A) and (B) only

B.
(A) and (C) only

C.
(B) and (D) only

D.
(C) and (D) only

Answer: D

Solution:

First, recall the key fact that for a hydrogen atom (and hydrogen‐like ions), all orbitals having the same
principal quantum number n have the same energy. In other words,

E nℓ depends only on n, and not on ℓ.

Hence, the energy ordering for hydrogen‐like atoms follows

1s < 2s = 2p < 3s = 3p = 3d < 4s = 4p = 4d = 4f < …

Analyzing Each Statement

We check each statement against the true ordering for the hydrogen atom.

(A) 1s < 2p < 3d < 4s

Because 2p is an n = 2 orbital, 3d is n = 3, and 4s is n = 4, this partial ordering

E(1s) < E(2p) < E(3d) < E(4s)

is consistent with the fact that n = 1 < n = 2 < n = 3 < n = 4.

Even though hydrogen also has 2s degenerate with 2p, and 3s and 3p degenerate with 3d, nothing in (A)
contradicts the correct order E < E < E < E .
1 2 3 4

So (A) is correct for hydrogen’s energy levels as stated.

(B) 1s < 2s = 2p < 3s = 3p

For hydrogen, indeed 2s = 2p in energy, and also 3s = 3p = 3d.

The statement does not mention 3d, but it does correctly say 3s = 3p. That part is still true for hydrogen.

So for the orbitals it listed, (B) is also correct.

(C) 1s < 2s < 2p < 3s < 3p

This is the kind of ordering that appears in many‐electron atoms (where subshell splitting occurs).
But for a hydrogen atom, 2s and 2p have exactly the same energy, so 2s < 2p is not correct.

Hence (C) is not correct for hydrogen.

(D) 1s < 2s < 4s < 3d

In multi‐electron atoms (e.g. the usual “(n+ℓ) rule”), often 4s is lower than 3d.

But for hydrogen, all orbitals with n = 3 lie below all orbitals with n = 4. That is, 3d is lower in energy than
4s.

So (D) is not correct for hydrogen.

Conclusion
(C) and (D) are not correct for the hydrogen atom.

(A) and (B) are correct.

Hence the final answer matches the choice stating:

(C) and (D) only are not correct.

Looking at the given options, that is:

Option (D): (C) and (D) only.

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Question10
If a0 is denoted as the Bohr radius of hydrogen atom, then what is
the de-Broglie wavelength (λ) of the electron present in the second
orbit of hydrogen atom? [n : any integer]

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Options:

A.
8πa 0

B.
2a 0

nπ
C.
na 0

4π

D.
4πa 0

Answer: A

Solution:

Bohr radius of hychogon atom → a 0

According to Bohr, the equation used to calculate the angular momentum of an election in a hydrogen atom is

mvr =
nh
2π
..... (1)

m → mass of electron

v → velocity of electron

r → radius of the orbit

n → orbit. number. in. which electron is present.

Given that; election is present in second orbit, n = 2

The radius of the second orbit r 2 = a0 × 2

2
= 4a 0

General formula for radius of n th

orbit,
2
rn = a0 × n

From (1)

h
mvr = n
2π
h
2πr = n
mv

mv
= λ (de Broglie relation ship, λ → de Broglie Wavelength

So, 2πr = nλ

For the electron in the second orbit, 2πr 2 = nλ

Substitute for r , 2

2π × 4a 0 = nλ

8πa 0 = nλ

8πa 0
∴ λ =
n

Correct answer: Option 1)

8πa 0

n
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Question11
Given below are two statements :

Statement (I): It is impossible to specify simultaneously with

arbitrary precision, both the linear momentum and the position of a
particle.

Statement (II) : If the uncertainty in the measurement of position

and uncertainty in measurement of momentum are equal for an
electron, then the uncertainty in the measurement of velocity is
⩾ √
h

π
×
2m
1
.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from
the options given below :

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Options:

A.
Statement I is false but Statement II is true

B.
Both Statement I and Statement II are true

C.
Both Statement I and Statement II are false

D.
Statement I is true but Statement II is false

Answer: B

Solution:
Statement I : Correct

This statement is describing the uncertainty principle.

It states that it is impossible to measure both the position and the momentum of an object.

Statement II : Correct.

If the uncertainty in the measurement of position (Δx) and the uncertainty in the measurement of momentum
(Δp) are equal for an electron, then the uncertainty in the measurement of velocity (Δv) is greater than or
equal to √ h

π 2m
1

This is derived from the Heisenberg uncertainty principle, Δx . Δp x ≥

h

4π

Given, Δx = Δp

Substitute this in Δx . Δp ≥
h

4π
as
h
Δp . Δp ≥
4π

2 h
Δp ≥
4π

2 h
Δp ≥
4π

T he f ormula f or momentum (P ) is P = mV
{
F or uncertainty ΔP = mΔv

So, mΔv ≥ √ h

4π

h 1
Δv ≥ √ ×
4π m

1 h 1
Δv ≥ > √ >
2 π m

h 1
Δv ≥ √
π 2m

Both the statements are true (correct). So answer is (2) Both statement I and statement II are true.

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Question12
For hydrogen like species, which of the following graphs provides
the most appropriate representation of E vs Z plot for a constant n?

[E : Energy of the stationary state, Z : atomic number, n = principal

quantum number]
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Options:

A.

B.

C.
D.

Answer: D

Solution:

⎧E − Energy of the stationary state

E vs Z plot (cons tan t n) ⎨Z − atomic number

⎩
n − Pr incipal quantum number
The formula of energy of hydrogen like species is
2
z
E = −13.6 2
eV
n

2
z
E ∝ − 2
n

For constant n, E ∝ −Z
2

Here, E and Z has a quadratic relationship. Since the equation (proportionality) includes a negative sign, the
graph of E vs Z will be a downward - opening parabola.

The graph is like an upside down U. In the given options, graph 4 is like half upside down parabola.

The shape is characteristic of negative quadratic function, where the curve opens downward, with the vertex
of the parabola at the origin.

So, the answer is option (4).

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Question13
According to Bohr's model of hydrogen atom, which of the following
statement is incorrect?
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Options:

A. Radius of 4 th orbit is four times larger than that of 2 nd orbit

B. Radius of 8 th orbit is four times larger than that of 4 th orbit

C. Radius of 6 th orbit is three times larger than that of 4 th orbit

D. Radius of 3 rd orbit is nine times larger than that of 1 st orbit

Answer: C

Solution:

In Bohr’s model the radius of the nth orbit is

2
rn = n a0

where a is the Bohr radius. Hence for any two orbits m and n:
0

2
rm m
= 2
.
rn n

Let’s check each option:

2
r4 4 16
A: =
2
= = 4 → correct
r2 2 4

2
r8 8 64
B: =
2
= = 4 → correct
r4 4 16

2
r6 6 36
C: =
2
= = 2.25 (≠ 3) → incorrect
r4 4 16

2
r3 3
D: = = 9 → correct
r1 12

Therefore the incorrect statement is Option C.

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Question14
Which of the following statements are true?
(A) The subsidiary quantum number l describes the shape of the
orbital occupied by the electron.

(B) is the boundary surface

diagram of the 2p orbital.

x

(C) The + and - signs in the wave function of the 2p orbital refer to
x

charge.

(D) The wave function of 2p orbital is zero everywhere in the xy

x

plane.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Options:

A. (A) and (B) only

B. (B) and (D) only

C. (C) and (D) only

D. (A), (B) and (C) only

Answer: A

Solution:
(A) Azimuthal quantum number ( ℓ ) indicates the shape of orbital occupied by the electron

(C) The + and - sign in the wave function of 2p orbital refer to the sign (Phase) of the wave function, not the
x

charge

(D) The wave function of 2p orbital will be zero in yz plane (Nodal plane).
x

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Question15
Which of the following postulate of Bohr's model of hydrogen atom
is not in agreement with quantum mechanical model of an atom?

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Options:

A. The electron in a H atom's stationary state moves in a circle around the nucleus.

B. An atom can take only certain distinct energies E , E , E , etc. These allowed states
1 2 3

of constant energy are called the stationary states of atom.

C. An atom in a stationary state does not emit electromagnetic radiation as long as it

stays in the same state.

D. When an electron makes a transition from a higher energy stationary state to a lower
energy stationary state, then it emits a photon of light.

Answer: A

Solution:
The postulate that contradicts quantum mechanics is

Option A

“The electron in a H atom’s stationary state moves in a circle around the nucleus.”

In quantum mechanics an electron in a stationary state is described by a delocalized wave‐function (an

orbital), not by a definite circular orbit.
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Question16
For electrons in ' 2 s ' and ' 2 p ' orbitals, the orbital angular
momentum values, respectively are :

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Options:

A. 0 and √6 h

2π

B. 0 and √2 h

2π

C. √2 h

2π
and 0

D. h

2π
and √2 h

2π

Answer: B

Solution:
The orbital angular momentum for electrons in orbitals is given by the formula:

Orbital angular momentum = √ℓ(ℓ + 1) h

2π

For the 2s orbital, the quantum number ℓ is 0:

Orbital angular momentum = √0(0 + 1) h

2π
= 0

For the 2p orbital, the quantum number ℓ is 1:

Orbital angular momentum = √1(1 + 1) h

2π
= √2
h

2π

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Question17
Which one of the following about an electron occupying the 1 s
orbital in a hydrogen atom is incorrect?

(Bohr's radius is represented by a ) 0

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Options:

A. The probability density of finding the electron is maximum at the nucleus

B. The total energy of the electron is maximum when it is at a distance a from the 0

nucleus

C. The electron can be found at a distance 2a from the nucleus 0

D. The 1 s orbital is spherically symmetrical

Answer: B

Solution:

1. Ψ 2
= Probability density is maximum at nucleus.

2. Electron can exist upto infinity from nucleus.

3. True

4. Energy of electron is maximum at infinite distance from nucleus.

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Question18
Consider the ground state of chromium atom (Z = 24). How many
electrons are with Azimuthal quantum number l = 1 and l = 2
respectively ?
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Options:

A. 16 and 5

B. 12 and 5

C. 12 and 4

D. 16 and 4

Answer: B

Solution:
The ground state electron configuration of chromium (Cr, Z = 24 ) is:

Cr: [Ar] 3d 5
4s
1

Let's break down the configuration:

The noble gas core [Ar] represents:

1s
2
(with l = 0)

2s
2
(with l = 0)

2p
6
(with l = 1)

3s
2
(with l = 0)

3p
6
(with l = 1)

Electrons with azimuthal quantum number l = 1 are found in p orbitals:

2p
6
: 6 electrons

3p
6
: 6 electrons

Total p-electrons: 6 + 6 = 12.

Electrons with azimuthal quantum number l = 2 are found in d orbitals:

3d
5
: 5 electrons

Thus, there are 12 electrons with l = 1 and 5 electrons with l = 2.

The correct option is Option B.

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Question19

Which of the following statements are correct, if the threshold

frequency of caesium is 5.16× 10 Hz ?
14

A. When Cs is placed inside a vacuum chamber with an ammeter

connected to it and yellow light is focused on Cs , the ammeter shows
the presence of current.

B. When the brightness of the yellow light is dimmed, the value of

the current in the ammeter is reduced.

C. When a red light is used instead of the yellow light, the current
produced is higher with respect to the yellow light.

D. When a blue light is used, the ammeter shows the formation of

current.

E. When a white light is used. the ammeter shows formation of

current.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Options:

A. B, C and D Only

B. A, C, D and E Only

C. A, B, D and E Only
D. A, D and E Only

Answer: C

Solution:

To determine the correct statements regarding the threshold frequency of cesium, first note that the threshold
frequency given is 5.16 × 10 Hz. Using this frequency, we can calculate the corresponding wavelength, λ,
14

using the equation:

c 3×10
8
m/s
λ = =
v 5.16×10
14
Hz

This calculation gives λ ≈ 581.39 nm.

Key points:

The wavelength calculated is near the yellow light region. Therefore, yellow light has enough energy to cause
a photoelectric effect.

When the intensity of light (brightness) decreases, the photocurrent will also decrease, as fewer photons are
available to eject electrons.

Red light, with its larger wavelength and lower frequency, does not have enough energy to cause the
photoelectric effect in cesium.

Blue light has a higher frequency than yellow light (v blue > v yellow ), meaning it can produce a
photoelectric current.

White light includes all visible frequencies, including those above the threshold, so it will also emit a current.

Thus, the correct statements involve using yellow, blue, and white light, without producing an effect with red
light:

A: Yellow light produces a current.

B: Dimming yellow light reduces the current.

D: Blue light produces a current.

E: White light produces a current.

Therefore, the correct statements are A, B, D, and E.

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Question20
The extra stability of half-filled subshell is due to :

(A) Symmetrical distribution of electrons

(B) Smaller coulombic repulsion energy

(C) The presence of electrons with the same spin in non-degenerate
orbitals

(D) Larger exchange energy

(E) Relatively smaller shielding of electrons by one another

Indentify the correct statements :

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Options:

A. (B), (D) and (E) only

B. (A), (B), (D) and (E) only

C. (B), (C) and (D) only

D. (A), (B) and (D) only

Answer: B

Solution:
The enhanced stability of a half-filled subshell is attributed to the following factors:

Symmetrical Distribution of Electrons: Electrons are evenly distributed across the available orbitals,
leading to a balanced and stable arrangement.

Large Exchange Energy: The energy due to the exchange of electrons with parallel spins among degenerate
orbitals is maximized, contributing to increased stability.

Smaller Coulombic Repulsion: The repulsion between electrons is minimized in a half-filled configuration,
reducing the overall energy of the subshell.

Smaller Shielding of Electrons: In a half-filled subshell, electrons are more exposed to the nuclear charge,
as there is less shielding effect from other electrons, enhancing stability.

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Question21
Correct statements for an element with atomic number 9 are:
A. There can be 5 electrons for which m s = +
1

2
and 4 electrons for
which m = − . s
1

B. There is only one electron in p orbital. z

C. The last electron goes to orbital with n = 2 and l = 1.

D. The sum of angular nodes of all the atomic orbitals is 1.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Options:

A.
A and B Only

B.
A, C and D Only

C.
A and C Only

D.
C and D Only

Answer: C

Solution:
Element with atomic number 9 is Fluorine
2 2 5
F (9) = 1s 2s 2p

(A) 5 electrons can be up-spin [m s = +

1

2
] and 4 electrons can be down spin [m s = −
1

2
]
(B) Unpaired electron can be in anyone of p x, py or p orbital
z

(C) Last electron is in 2 p subshell with n = 2, ℓ = 1

(D) Angular node for s-orbital = 0 while of each p -orbital = 1

Sum of all angular node = 3

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Question22
Which of the following electronic configuration would be associated
with the highest magnetic moment?

[27-Jan-2024 Shift 1]
Options:

A.

[Ar]3d7

B.

[Ar]3d8

C.

[Ar]3d3

D.

[Ar]3d6

Answer: D

Solution:
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Question23
Consider the following complex ions

The correct order of the complex ions, according to their spin only
magnetic moment values (in B.M.) is :

[27-Jan-2024 Shift 1]
Options:

A.
R<Q<P

B.
R<P<Q

C.
Q<R<P

D.
Q<P<R

Answer: C

Solution:
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Question24
The electronic configuration for Neodymium is:
[Atomic Number for Neodymium 60]

[27-Jan-2024 Shift 1]
Options:

A.
[Xe]4f46 s2

B.

[Xe]5f47 s2

C.

[Xe]4f66 s2

D.

[Xe]4f15d16 s2

Answer: A

Solution:

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Question25
The number of electrons present in all the completely filled subshells
having n = 4 and s = + 1/2 is_____

(Where n = principal quantum number and s= spin quantum

number )

[27-Jan-2024 Shift 1]

Answer: 16

Solution:
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Question26
Total number of ions from the following with noble gas
configuration is______

[27-Jan-2024 Shift 2]

Answer: 2

Solution:
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Question27
The correct set of four quantum numbers for the valence electron of
rubidium atom (Z = 37) is:

[29-Jan-2024 Shift 1]
Options:

A.
5, 0, 0, + 1/2

B.
5, 0, 1, + 1/2

C.
5, 1, 0, + 1/2

D.
5, 1, 1, + 1/2

Answer: A

Solution:

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Question28
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :-
 List I List II
(Spectral Series for Hydrogen) (Spectral Region Higher
A. Lyman I. Infrared region
B. Balmer II. UV region
C. Paschen III. Infrared region
D. Pfund IV. Visible region

[29-Jan-2024 Shift 2]
Options:

A.
A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV

B.
A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV

C.
A-II, B-IV, C-III, D-I

D.
A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV

Answer: C

Solution:

A - II, B - IV, C - III, D - I

Fact based.

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Question29
Given below are two statements:

Statement-I: The orbitals having same energy are called as

degenerate orbitals.
Statement-II: In hydrogen atom, 3p and 3d orbitals are not
degenerate orbitals.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate
answer from the options given

[30-Jan-2024 Shift 1]
Options:

A.
Statement-I is true but Statement-II is false

B.
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are true.

C.
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are false

D.
Statement-I is false but Statement-II is true

Answer: A

Solution:
For single electron species the energy depends upon principal quantum number ' n ' only. So, statement II is
false.

Statement I is correct definition of degenerate orbitals.

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Question30
Number of spectral lines obtained in He+spectra, when an electron
makes transition from fifth excited state to first excited state will
be___

[30-Jan-2024 Shift 2]

Answer: 10
Solution:

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Question31
The ionization energy of sodium in kJmol−1. If electromagnetic
radiation of wavelength 242 nm is just sufficient to ionize sodium
atom is___

[31-Jan-2024 Shift 1]

Answer: 494

Solution:

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Question32
The four quantum numbers for the electron in the outer most orbital
of potassium (atomic no. 19) are

[31-Jan-2024 Shift 2]
Options:

A.
n = 4, l = 2, m = −1, s = + 1/2

B.
n = 4, l = 0, m = 0, s = + 1/2

C.
n = 3, l = 0, m = 1, s = + 1/2

D.
n = 2, l = 0, m = 0, s = + 1/2

Answer: B

Solution:

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Question33
According to the wave-particle duality of matter by de-Broglie,
which of the following graph plot presents most appropriate
relationship between wavelength of electron (λ) and momentum of
electron (p) ?
[1-Feb-2024 Shift 1]
Options:

A.

B.

C.

D.
Answer: A

Solution:

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Question34
The number of radial node/s for 3p orbital is:

[1-Feb-2024 Shift 2]
Options:

A.
1

B.
4

C.
2

D.
3

Answer: A

Solution:

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Question35
It is observed that characteristic X-ray spectra of elements show
n
regularity. When frequency to the power 'n' i.e. v of X-rays emitted
is plotted against atomic number ' Z ', following graph is obtained.

The value of ' n ' is

[24-Jan-2023 Shift 1]
Options:

A. 1

B. 2

C. 1
2
D. 3

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
According to Henry Moseley √v αz − b
1
So n =
2

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Question36
If wavelength of the first line of the Paschen series of hydrogen atom
is 720 nm, then the wavelength of the second line of this series is
_____nm
(Nearest integer)
[24-Jan-2023 Shift 1]

Answer: 492

Solution:
Solution:
1
(λ1)P
= RHZ2 ( 19 − 161 )
=R Z ( −
9 25 )
1 21 1
(λ2)P H

7
(λ2)P 16 × 9 25 × 7
= =
(λ1)P 16 16 × 16
25 × 9
(λ2)P = 25 ×7 ×
720
16 × 16
(λ2)P = 492 nm

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Question37
The number of s-electrons present in an ion with 55 protons in its
unipositive state is
[24-Jan-2023 Shift 2]
Options:

A. 8

B. 9

C. 12

D. 10

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
Z = 55[Cs] ⇒ [Xe]6 s1
[Cs+] ⇒ [Xe] i.e. upto 5 s count e−of s-subshell
i.e. 1 s, 2 s, 3 s, 4 s, 5 s ⇒ 10 electrons

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Question38
nd
The radius of the 2 orbit of Li2+ is x. The expected radius of the
3 rd orbit of Be3+ is
[25-Jan-2023 Shift 1]
Options:

A. 9 x
4

B. 4 x
9

C. 27 x
16

D. 16 x
27

Answer: C
Solution:
Solution:
Li2+
2
r2 = x = k× 2 = 4k
3 2
y = 9 × 3 = 27
x 4 4 16
y = 27 x
16
3+
Be
2
r3 = y = k× 3
4

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Question39
How many of the following metal ions have similar value of spin
only magnetic moment in gaseous state?________
(Given: Atomic number: V, 23; Cr, 24; Fe, 26; Ni, 28 )
V3+ ⋅ Cr3+, Fe2+, Ni3+
[25-Jan-2023 Shift 1]

Answer: 2

Solution:

Solution:
µs = √n(n + 2) BM ( n = no. of unpaired electrons )
V3 + : [Ar]3d24 s0 2
Cr3+ : [Ar]3d34 s0 3
Fe2+ : [Ar]3d64 s0 4
Ni3+ : [Ar]3d74 s0 3
Cr3+& Ni3+ have same value of µ s

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Question40
The shortest wavelength of hydrogen atom in Lyman series is λ. The
longest wavelength in Balmer series of He+is
[29-Jan-2023 Shift 1]
Options:

A. 5
9λ

B. 9λ
5

C. 36λ
5

D. 5λ
9

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
For H : 1 = RH × 12
λ ( 11 − ∞1 ) . . . (1)
2 2

λ
1 = R × 22 ×
He+
H ( 14 − 19 ) . . . (2)
λHe+
From (1) & (2) = 9
λ 5
λ = λ× 9
+
He 5
9λ
λ +=
He 5

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Question41
Assume that the radius of the first Bohr orbit of hydrogen atom is
0.6Å. The radius of the third Bohr orbit of He+is ______ picometer.
(Nearest Integer)
[29-Jan-2023 Shift 2]
Answer: 270

Solution:

Solution:
2
r∝ n
Z
2
rHe+ = rH × n
Z
(3)2
rHe+ = 0.6×
2
= 2.7Å
rHe+ = 270 pm

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Question42
The energy of one mole of photons of radiation of frequency
2 × 1012 Hz in Jmol−1 is _______.
(Nearest integer)
(Given: h = 6.626 × 10−34 Js
NA = 6.022 × 1023mol−1 )
[30-Jan-2023 Shift 1]

Answer: 798

Solution:

Solution:
For one photon E = hv
For one mole photon,
E = 6.023 × 1023 × 6.626 × 10−34 × 2 × 1012
= 798.16J
≈ 798J

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Question43
Maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in shell
with n = 4 are:
[30-Jan-2023 Shift 2]
Options:

A. 16

B. 32

C. 50

D. 72

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
The number of electrons in the orbitals of sub-shell of n = 4 are

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Question44
The wave function (Ψ) of 2 s is given by

( ) ( )
1∕2 −r ∕ 2a0
1 1 r
Ψ2 s = 2√2π a0
2− a0
e

At r = r0, radial node is formed. Thus, r0 in terms of a0

[30-Jan-2023 Shift 2]
Options:
A. r0 = a0

B. r0 = 4a0

a
C. r0 = 20

D. r0 = 2a0

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
At node Ψ2 s = 0
r
∴2− 0 =0
a0
∴ r0 = 2a0

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Question45
Which transition in the hydrogen spectrum would have the same
wavelength as the Balmer type transition from n = 4 to n = 2 of
He+spectrum
[31-Jan-2023 Shift 1]
Options:

A. n = 2 to n = 1

B. n = 1 to n = 3

C. n = 1 to n = 2

D. n = 3 to n = 4

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
He+ion:
1
λ(H)
= R(1)2
[ 1
n1 2
1
− 2
n2 ]
1 = R(2)2 1 − 1
λ(He+) 22 42
[ ]
Given λ(H) = λ(He+)
R(1)2
[1
n1 2
1
− 2 = R(4)
n2 ]1
2 2
1
− 2
4[ ]
1 − 1 = 1 − 1
n12 n22 12 22
On comparing n1 = 1&n2 = 2
Ans. 1

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Question46
Arrange the following orbitals in decreasing order of energy ?
(A) n = 3, 1 = 0, m = 0
(B) n = 4, 1 = 0, m = 0
(C) n = 3, 1 = 1, m = 0
(D) n = 3, l = 2, m = 1
The correct option for the order is :
[31-Jan-2023 Shift 2]
Options:

A. B > D > C > A

B. D > B > C > A

C. A > C > B > D

D. D > B > A > C

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
(A) n = 3; l = 0; m = 0; 3 s orbital
(B) n = 4; 1 = 0; m = 0; 4 s orbital
(C) n = 3; 1 = 1; m = 0; 3p orbital
(D) n = 3; 1 = 2; m = 0; 3d orbital
As per Hund's rule energy is given by (n + l ) value.
If value of (n + l ) remains same then energy is given by n only.

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Question47
Electrons in a cathode ray tube have been emitted with a velocity of
−1
1000ms . The number of following statements which is/are true
about the emitted radiation is _______.
−34 −31
Given : h = 6 × 10 Js, me = 9 × 10 kg.
(A) The deBroglie wavelength of the electron emitted is 666.67 nm.
(B) The characteristic of electrons emitted depend upon the material
of the electrodes of the cathode ray tube.
(C) The cathode rays start from cathode and move towards anode.
(D) The nature of the emitted electrons depends on the nature of the
gas present in cathode ray tube.
[1-Feb-2023 Shift 1]

Answer: 2

Solution:

Solution:
(A) Ve = 1000m ∕ s; h = 6 × 10−34 Js;
me = 9 × 10−31 kg
h 6 × 10−34 −9
λ= = = 666.67 × 10 m
mv 9 × 10 × 1000
−31

= 666.67 nm
(B) The characteristic of electrons emitted is independent of the material of the electrodes of the
cathode ray tube.
(C) The cathode rays start from cathode and move towards anode.
(D) The nature of the emitted electrons is independent on the nature of the gas present in cathode
ray tube.

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Question48
Which one of the following sets of ions represents a collection of
isoelectronic species?
(Given : Atomic Number: F : 9, Cl : 17, Na = 11,
Mg = 12, Al = 13, K = 19, Ca = 20, Sc = 21 )
[1-Feb-2023 Shift 2]
Options:
+ + 2 2
A. ( Li , Na , Mg +, Ca + .

B. Ba2+, Sr2+, K+, Ca2+

C. CN3−, O2−, F−, S2−

D. ( K+, Cl−, Ca2+, Sc3+ .

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
K+ Cl1 Ca2+ Sc3+
18 18 18 18

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Question49
The wavelength of an electron of kinetic energy 4.50 × 10−29J is
...... × 10−5m. (Nearest integer)
Given : mass of electron is 9 × 10−31 kg, h = 6.6× 10−34J s
[6-Apr-2023 shift 1]

Answer: 7

Solution:

Solution:
 6.6 × 10−34
λd = h = h =
mv √2 mKE √ 2 × 9 × 10−31 × 4.5 × 10−29
6.6 × 10−34
=
√ 92 × 10−60
6.6 × 10−34 6.6
= − 30
= × 10−4
9 × 10 9
= 7.3 × 10−5m
Therefore Ans = 7

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Question50
If the radius of the first orbit of hydrogen atom a0, then de Broglie's
wavelength of electron in 3 rd orbit is
[6-Apr-2023 shift 2]
Options:

πa
A. 6 0

πa
B. 3 0

C. 6πa0

D. 3πa0

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
a n2
(r3)H = 0 = a0 × 32 = 9a0
Z
2πr = nλ
⇒2π × 9a0 = 3λ
⇒λ = 6πa0

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Question51
The number of following statements which is/are incorrect is
_________
[8-Apr-2023 shift 1]
Options:

A. Line emission spectra are used to study the electronic structure

B. The emission spectra of atoms in the gas phase show a continuous spread of
wavelength from red to violet

C. An absorption spectrum is like the photographic negative of an emission spectrum

D. The element helium was discovered in the sun by spectroscopic method

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
Fact

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Question52
Henry Moseley studied characteristic X-ray spectra of elements. The
graph which represents his observation correctly is
Given v = frequency of X-ray emitted
Z = atomic number
[8-Apr-2023 shift 2]
Options:

A.
B.

C.

D.

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
√v α Z

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Question53
The number of atomic orbitals from the following having 5 radial
nodes is _______ 7 s, 7p, 6 s, 8p, 8d
[8-Apr-2023 shift 2]

Answer: 3

Solution:

Solution:
No. of radial node
=n−ℓ−1
For 6S → 6 − 0 − 1 = 5
7P → 7 − 1 − 1 = 5
8d → 8 − 2 − 1 = 5

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Question54

The electron in the nth orbit of Li2+ is excited to (n + 1) orbit using

the radiation of energy 1.47 × 10−17J( as shown in the diagram). The
value of n is ________
Given: RH = 2.18 × 10−18J
[10-Apr-2023 shift 2]

Answer: 1

Solution:
Solution:
∆ E = RHZ2
( n1 − n1 )
1
2
2
2

1.47 × 10−17 = 2.18 × 10−18 × 9 ( n1 − (n +11) )

2 2

1.47 = 3 = 1 − 1
1.96 4 n2 (n + 1)2
So, n = 1

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Question55
For a metal ion, the calculated magnetic moment is 4.90 BM. This
metal ion has ________ number of unpaired electrons.
[10-Apr-2023 shift 2]

Answer: 4

Solution:
Solution:
µ = 4.90 BM.
µ = √n(n + 2)
So, n = 4

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Question56
Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion A and
the other is labelled as Reason R:
Assertion A : In the photoelectric effect electrons are ejected from
the metal surface as soon as the beam of light of frequency greater
than threshold frequency strikes the surface.
Reason R: When the photon of any energy strikes an electron in the
atom transfer of energy from the photon to the electron takes place.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate
answer from the options given below:
[11-Apr-2023 shift 1]
Options:

A. A is correct but R is not correct

B. A is not correct but R is correct

C. Both A and R correct and R is the correct explanation of A

D. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
Assertion A is correct but Reason is not correct.

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Question57
The number of correct statements from the following is
A. For 1 s orbital, the probability density is maximum at the nucleus
B. For 2 s orbital, the probability density first increases to maximum
and then decreases sharply to zero.
C. Boundary surface diagrams of the orbitals encloses a region of
100% probability of finding the electron.
D. p and d-orbitals have 1 and 2 angular nodes respectively
E. probability density of p-orbital is zero at the nucleus
[11-Apr-2023 shift 2]

Answer: 3

Solution:

Solution:
A, D and E statements are correct.

For 2 s orbital, the probability density first decreases and then increases.
At any distance from nucleus the probability density of finding electron is never zero and it always
have some finite value.

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Question58
Given below are two statement: one is labelled as Assertion A and
the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion A: 5f electrons can participate in bonding to a far greater
extent than 4f electrons
Reason R: 5f orbitals are not as buried as 4f orbitals In the light of
the above statements,
choose the correct answer from the options given below
[12-Apr-2023 shift 1]
Options:

A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

B. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

C. A is true but R is false

D. A is false but R is true

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
Due to this reason actinoids participate in more bonding.
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Question59
Values of work function ( W0 ) for a few metals are gives below

The number of metals which will show photoelectric effect when

light of wavelength 400 nm falls on it is
−34
Given: h = 6.6 × 10 J s
−1
c = 3 × 108ms
−19
e = 1.6 × 10 C
[12-Apr-2023 shift 1]

Answer: 3

Solution:
Solution:
E(ev) = 1240 = 3.1 ev
400
Mg, Cu, Ag

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Question60
The energy of an electron in the first Bohr orbit of hydrogen atom is
−2.18 × 10−18J. Its energy in the third Bohr orbit is _______.
[13-Apr-2023 shift 1]
Options:
A. 1 of this value
27

B. 1 th of this value
9

C. One third of this value

D. Three times of this value

Answer: B

Solution:
Solution:
E 1, 1 = −2.18 × 10−18J
2
E 3, 1 = E 1, 1 × 12
3
1
E 3, 1 = × E 1, 1
9

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Question61
xh
The orbital angular momentum of an electron in 3 s orbital is 2π
.
The value of x is _______ (nearest integer)
[13-Apr-2023 shift 2]

Answer: 0

Solution:
Solution:
h
Orbital angular momentum = √1(1 + 1)
2π
Value of 1 for s = 0

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Question62
The total number of isoelectronic species from the given set is
________.
O2−, F−, Al, Mg2+, Na+, O+, Mg, Al3+, F
[15-Apr-2023 shift 1]

Answer: 5

Solution:

Solution:

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Question63
Consider the following pairs of electrons
(A)
(a)n = 3, l = 1, m1 = 1, ms = + 12
(b) n = 3, l = 2, m1 = 1, ms = + 12
(B)
(a) n = 3, l = 2, m1 = −2, ms = − 12
1
(b) n = 3, l = 2, m1 = −1, ms = − 2
(C)
(a)n = 4, l = 2, m1 = 2, ms = + 12
(b) n = 3, l = 2, m1 = 2, ms = + 12
The pairs of electrons present in degenerate orbitals is/are :
[24-Jun-2022-Shift-1]
Options:

A. Only (A)
B. Only (B)

C. Only (C)

D. (B) and (C)

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
For degenerate orbitals, only the value of m must be different.
The value of (n + 1) must be the [Link], the pair of electrons with quantum numbers given in
(B) are degenerate.

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Question64
The energy of one mole of photons of radiation of wavelength 300nm
is
(Given : h = 6.63 × 10−34J s, N A = 6.02 × 1023mol −1, c = 3 × 108ms−1 )
[24-Jun-2022-Shift-2]
Options:

A. 235kJ mol −1

B. 325kJ mol −1

C. 399kJ mol −1

D. 435kJ mol −1

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
Energy of one photon
E = 1240 eV
λ(nm)
= 1240
300
= 4.1333 eV
∴ Energy of one mole of photon
= 4.1333 × 6.02 × 1023 eV
−19
= 4.1333 × 6.02 × 1023 × 1.6 × 10 J
4.1333 × 6.02 × 1023 × 1.6 × 10−19
= kJ
1000
= 399 kJ ∕ mol

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Question65
The pair, in which ions are isoelectronic with Al3+ is :
[25-Jun-2022-Shift-1]
Options:

A. Br−and Be2+

B. Cl−and Li+

C. S2− and K+

D. O2− and Mg2+

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
O2 −, Mg2 + and Al3 + are isoelectronic. All have 10 electrons.

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Question66
The longest wavelength of light that can be used for the ionisation of
lithium atom (Li) in its ground state is x × 10− 8m. The value of x
is___ (Nearest Integer).
(Given : Energy of the electron in the first shell of the hydrogen
−18 −34 −1
atom is −2.2 ×10 J; h = 6.63 × 10 Js and c = 3 × 108ms )
[25-Jun-2022-Shift-1]
Answer: 4

Solution:
Solution:
Bohr model is not valid for lithium atom (Li) as Bohr model is valid for only single electronic
species, so it would be valid for Li+2 but not Li atom.

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Question67
The minimum energy that must be possessed by photons in order to
produce the photoelectric effect with platinum metal is :
[Given: The threshold frequency of platinum is 1.3 × 1015s−1 and
h = 6.6 × 10−34Js.]
[25-Jun-2022-Shift-2]
Options:

A. 3.21 × 10−14J

B. 6.24 × 10−16J

C. 8.58 × 10−19J

D. 9.76 × 10−20J

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
The minimum energy possessed by photons will be equal to the work function of the metal.
∴Emin = hν0J
= 6.6 × 10−34 × 1.3 × 1015
= 8.58 × 10−19J

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Question68
 rd
If the radius of the 3 Bohr's orbit of hydrogen atom is r3 and the
radius of 4 th Bohr's orbit is r4. Then :
[26-Jun-2022-Shift-1]
Options:

A. r4 = 9 r3
16

B. r4 = 16 r3
9

C. r4 = 3 r3
4

D. r4 = 4 r3
3

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
We know,
n2
r = r0 ×
z
For hydrogen atom,
32
∴r3 = r0 ×
1
r
⇒r0 × 3
9
2
and r4 = r0 × 4
1
r3
= × 16
9
= 16 r3
9

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Question69
The number of radial and angular nodes in 4d orbital are,
respectively
[26-Jun-2022-Shift-2]
Options:
A. 1 and 2

B. 3 and 2

C. 1 and 0

D. 2 and 1

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
We know,
Radial nodes = n − l − 1
and Angular nodes = 1
For 4d orbital,
n=4
I =2
∴ Radial nodes = 4 − 2 − 1 = 1
Angular nodes = 2

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Question70
If the uncertainty in velocity and position of a minute particle in
space are, 2.4 × 10−26(ms−1) and 10−7(m) respectively. The mass of
the particle in g is____ (Nearest integer)
(Given : h = 6.626 × 10−34 Js )
[27-Jun-2022-Shift-1]

Answer: 22

Solution:
Solution:
We know from hisenberg uncertainty principle
h
∆x⋅ ∆ p =
4π
h
⇒ ∆x⋅m∆v=
4π
Given,
∆x = 10−7m
∆x = 2.4 × 10−26m ∕ s
h = 6.626 × 10−34 Js
6.626 × 10−34
∴10− 7 × m × 2.4 × 10− 26 =
4π
⇒2.4m = 6.626
4π × 10
⇒m = 0.022 kg
⇒m = 22 gm

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Question71
Consider the following set of quantum numbers.

The number of correct sets of quantum numbers is __________.

[27-Jun-2022-Shift-2]

Answer: 2

Solution:

Solution:
For A,
Given n = 3 and l = 3
but we know maximum value of I = n − 1.
∴ I can't be equal to n.
So, Set A of quantum numbers is not possible.
For B,
Given n = 3, l = 2, m = −2
Here, l = 2 which follow the rule l = n − 1.
And we know possible value of m is −I to +I .
here possible value of m = −2 to +2
∴ This Set B is valid set of quantum numbers.
For C,
Given n = 2, I = 1, m = +1
Here I = 1 which follows the rule I = n − 1.
For I = 1 possible value of m = −1 to +1
Here m = +1. So value of m is valid.
∴ Set C is valid set of quantum numbers.
For D,
Given n = 2, I = 2, m = +2
I = 2 does not follow the rule I = n − 1 rule.
∴ Set D is not valid set of quantum numbers.

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Question72
−19
If the work function of a metal is 6.63 × 10 J, the maximum
wavelength of the photon required to remove a photoelectron from
the metal is___ nm. (Nearest integer)
−34 −1
[Given : h = 6.63 × 10 Js, and c = 3 × 108ms ]
[28-Jun-2022-Shift-1]

Answer: 300

Solution:

Solution:
Given,
Work function = 6.63 × 10−19J
6.63 × 10−19
=
1.6 × 10−19
= 4.14 eV
We know,
1240
E =
λ(nm)
⇒4.14 = 1240
λ
λ = 300 nm

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Question73
Consider the following statements :
(A) The principal quantum number ' n ' is a positive integer with
values of ' n ' = 1, 2, 3, ...
(B) The azimuthal quantum number 'I' for a given 'n' (principal
quantum number) can have values as 'I' = 0, 1, 2,..... n
(C) Magnetic orbital quantum number 'm' for a particular 'l'
(azimuthal quantum number) has (2l + 1 ) values.
(D) ±1 ∕ 2 are the two possible orientations of electron spin.
(E) For I = 5, there will be a total of 9 orbital
Which of the above statements are correct?
[28-Jun-2022-Shift-2]
Options:

A. (A), (B) and (C)

B. (A), (C), (D) and (E )

C. (A), (C) and (D)

D. (A), (B), (C) and (D)

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
(A) Principle quantum number n is a positive integer and it's possible values are n = 1, 2, 3.......
∴A is correct.
(B) Azimuthal quantum number 'I' for a given ' n ' can have values as I = 0, 1, 2...... . (n − 1)
∴ Statement B is wrong.
(C) Magnetic orbital quantum number ml for particular I has values from −I to +1 including zero
means 2l + 1 values.
∴ Statement C is correct.
1
(D) ± are the two possible orientation of electron spin.
2
∴ Statement D is correct.
(E) For I = 5, there will be a total of 11 orbitals.
l = 0 ⇒ 5 subshell
l = 1 ⇒ p subshell
l = 2 ⇒ d subshell
l = 3 ⇒ f subshell
l = 4 ⇒ g subshell
l = 5 ⇒ h subshell
We know,
Number of orbital in any subshell = 2l + 1.
∴ For h subshell, number of orbitals = 2 × 5 + 1 = 11
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Question74
Which of the following statements are correct?
(A) The electronic configuration of Cr is [Ar]3d 54s1.
(B) The magnetic quantum number may have a negative value.
(C) In the ground state of an atom, the orbitals are filled in order of
their increasing energies.
(D) The total number of nodes are given by n − 2.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
[29-Jun-2022-Shift-1]
Options:

A. (A), (C) and (D) only

B. (A) and (B) only

C. (A) and (C) only

D. (A), (B) and (C) only

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
(A) Cr(24) = 1s22s22p63s23p63d 54s1
= [Ar]3d 54s1
(B) Magnetic quantum number (m) values ranging from −I to +∣ including zero.
∴ It can have negative value.
(C) According to Aufbau rule, electrons are filled first in these orbitals which have low energy.
∴ Statement C is correct.
(D) We know,
Number of Radial nodes = n − I − 1
and number of Angular nodes = 1
∴ Total nodes = n − I − 1 + 1 = n − 1

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Question75
The electronic configuration of Pt (atomic number 78 ) is:
[29-Jun-2022-Shift-1]
Options:

A. [Xe]4f145d96s1

B. [Kr]4f 145d 10

C. [Xe]4f 145d 10

D. [Xe]4f 145d 86s2

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
Atomic number of Pt is 78
Electronic configuration is − 78 Pt → [Xe]4f145d96 s1 (Exceptional electronic configuration)

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Question76
Which of the following is the correct plot for the probability density
ψ2 ( r ) as a function of distance ' r ' of the electron from the nucleus
for 2s orbital?
[29-Jun-2022-Shift-2]
Options:

A.

B.
C.

D.

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
Formula for number of radial nodes in n th orbital = n − l − 1
For 2 s, number of radial nodes = 2 − 0 − 1 = 1 and value of ψ2 is always positive.

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Question77
Which of the following sets of quantum numbers is not allowed?
[25-Jul-2022-Shift-1]
Options:

A. n = 3, 1 = 2, ml = 0, s = + 1
2

B. n = 3, l = 2, ml = −2, s = + 1
2

C. n = 3, l = 3, ml = −3, s = − 1
2

D. n = 3, l = 0, m1 = 0, s = − 1
2

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
If n = 3, then possible values of l = 0, 1, 2
But in option (C), the value of 1 is given ' 3 ', this is not possible.

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Question78
When the excited electron of a H atom from n = 5 drops to the
ground state, the maximum number of emission lines observed
are______
[25-Jul-2022-Shift-2]

Answer: 10

Solution:

Solution:
Maximum number of emission lines
(n − n )(n − n + 1)
= 2 1 2 1
2
n2 = 5
n1 = 1
(5 − 1)(5 − 1 + 1)
⇒ = 10
2
Hence maximum number of emission lines observed are 10 .

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Question79
The wavelength of an electron and a neutron will become equal
when the velocity of the electron is x times the velocity of neutron.
The value of x is ________.(Nearest Integer)
(Mass of electron is 9.1 × 10−31 kg and mass of neutron is
1.6 × 10−27 kg )
[26-Jul-2022-Shift-1]

Answer: 1758

Solution:

Solution:
λe = h , λ = h
me × V e N mN × V N
λe = λN When V e = xV N
1 1
=
m eV e m N × V N
mN Ve
= =x
me VN
1.6 × 10−27
x=
9.1 × 10−31
= 0.17582 × 104
≃1758

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Question80
Consider an imaginary ion 2248X3−. The nucleus contains ' a ' %
more neutrons than the number of electrons in the ion. The value of
' a ' is ________ . [nearest integer]
[26-Jul-2022-Shift-2]

Answer: 4

Solution:
Solution:
48 3
Number of electrons in 22 X − is 25 .
Number of neutrons = 48 − 22 = 26.
% increase in the number of neutrons over electrons

( )
= 26 − 25 100 = 4%
25
∴a = 4

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Question81
Given below are two statements. One is labelled as Assertion A and
the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A: Energy of 2s orbital of hydrogen atom is greater than
that of 2s orbital of lithium.
Reason R: Energies of the orbitals in the same subshell decrease
with increase in the atomic number.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from
the options given below.
[27-Jul-2022-Shift-1]
Options:

A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B. Both A and R are true but R is N OT the correct explanation of A.

C. A is true but R is false.

D. A is false but R is true.

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
As the atomic number increases then the potential energy of electrons present in same shell
becomes more and more negative. And therefore total energy also becomes more negative.
2
Etotal = −13.6 Z2 eV
n
∴ Energies of the orbitals in the same subshell decreases with increase in atomic number.

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Question82
The correct decreasing order of energy for the orbitals having,
following set of quantum numbers :
(A) n = 3, I = 0, m = 0
(B) n = 4, I = 0, m = 0
(C) n = 3, I = 1, m = 0
(D) n = 3, l = 2, m = 1
is :
[27-Jul-2022-Shift-2]
Options:

A. (D) >(B) > (C) > (A)

B. (B) >(D) > (C) > (A)

C. (C) > (B) > (D) > (A)

D. (B) > (C) > (D) > (A)

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
(A) n + ℓ = 3 + 0 = 3
(B) n + ℓ = 4 + 0 = 4
(C) n + ℓ = 3 + 1 = 4
(D) n + ℓ = 3 + 2 = 5
Higher n + ℓ value, higher the energy \& if same n + ℓ value, then higher n value, higher the energy.
Thus : D > B > C > A.
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Question83
Identify the incorrect statement from the following.
[28-Jul-2022-Shift-1]
Options:

A. A circular path around the nucleus in which an electron moves is proposed as Bohr's
orbit.

B. An orbital is the one electron wave function (ψ) in an atom.

C. The existence of Bohr's orbits is supported by hydrogen spectrum.

D. Atomic orbital is characterised by the quantum numbers n and l only.

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
Atomic orbital is characterised by the quantum numbers n, l and m.
Hence option D is incorrect.

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Question84
If the wavelength for an electron emitted from H-atom is
3.3 × 10− 10m, then energy absorbed by the electron in its ground
state compared to minimum energy required for its escape from the
atom, is times. (Nearest integer)
[Given : h = 6.626 × 10−34J s ]
Mass of electron = 9.1 × 10−31 kg
[28-Jul-2022-Shift-2]

Answer: 2
Solution:

Solution:
h
λ=
mv
2
6.626 × 10
−34
kg m 2 × sec
h sec
⇒ mv = = −10
λ 3.3 × 10 m
6.626 × 10−24
mv = = 2 × 10−24 kg m sec−1
3.3
1 2
Kinetic energy = mv
2
2
( mv)
=
2m
−24
= (2 × 10 )2
2 × 9.1 × 10−31 kg
= 2.18 × 10−18J
= 21.8 × 10−19J
Total energy absorbed = lonization energy + Kinetic energy
−19
= (21.76 + 21.8) × 10
= 43.56 × 10−19J
≈2 times of 21.76 × 10−19J

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Question85
The minimum uncertainty in the speed of an electron in an one
dimensional region of length 2ao (Where ao = Bohr radius 52.9 pm )
is ________ km s−1
(Given : Mass of electron = 9.1 × 10−31 kg, Planck's constant
h = 6.63 × 10−34 Js )
[29-Jul-2022-Shift-1]

Answer: 548

Solution:

Solution:
Heisenberg's uncertainty principle
∆x× ∆ Px ≥ h
4π
h
⇒2a0 × m ∆ vx = ( minimum )
4π
h× 1 × 1
⇒ ∆ vx =
4π 2a0 m
= 6.63 × 10−34
4 × 3.14 × 2 × 52.9 × 10−12 × 9.1 × 10−31
−1
= 548273ms
= 548.273kms−1
= 548kms−1

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Question86
Given below are the quantum numbers for 4 electrons.
A. n = 3, 1 = 2, m1 = 1, ms = +1 ∕ 2
B. n = 4, 1 = 1, m1 = 0, ms = +1 ∕ 2
C. n = 4, 1 = 2, m1 = −2, ms = −1 ∕ 2
D. n = 3, 1 = 1, m1 = −1, ms = +1 ∕ 2
The correct order of increasing energy is
[29-Jul-2022-Shift-2]
Options:

A. D < B < A < C

B. D < A < B < C

C. B < D < A < C

D. B < D < C < A

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
Energy of the sub-shell is given by, (n + l ) rule.
A ⇒ 3d ⇒ n + 1 = 5
B ⇒ 4p ⇒ n + λ = 5
C ⇒ 4d ⇒ n + ℓ ⇒ 6
D ⇒ 3 s ⇒ (n + ℓ) = 4
D<A<B<C

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Question87
Electromagnetic radiation of wavelength 663nm is just sufficient to
ionise the atom of metal A. The ionisation energy of metal A in
−1
kJ mol is ......... .(Rounded off to the nearest integer)
[ h = 6.63 × 10− 34J − s, c = 3.00 × 108ms− 1 ,
N A = 6.02 × 1023mol −1 ]
[25 Feb 2021 Shift 2]

Answer: 180

Solution:

Solution:
Energy of EMR = IE of the metal (A)
= hv = hc atom−1 = − hc × N Amol −1
λ λ
−34
(6.63 × 10 ) × (3 × 108) × (6.02 × 1023) −1
= −9
J mol
(663 × 10 )
[∵λ = 663nm = 663 × 10−9m]
−1 −1 −1
= 180600J mol = 180.6kJ mol ∼ eq180kJ mol

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Question88
According to Bohr's atomic theory,
2
I. kinetic energy of electron is ∝ Z2
n
II. the product of velocity (v) of electron and principal quantum
number (n), ′vn′ ∝ Z 2 .
3
III. frequency of revolution of electron in an orbit is ∝ Z3
n
3
Z
IV. coulombic force of attraction on the electron is ∝
n4
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
[24 Feb 2021 Shift 2]
Options:

A. Only III

B. Only I

C. I, III and IV

D. I and IV

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
According to Bohr's theory,
Z2 Z 2 (eV )
I. K E ∝ 2 or 13.6 ∝ 2 ( ∴ Correct)
n n ( atom )
Z
II. Speed of electron ∝
n
(Here, Z = atomic number, n = number of shells)
∴ v × n ∝ Z ( ∴ Incorrect)
v
III. Frequency of revolution of electron =
2πr

( ) ( ∴ Incorrect)
2
Frequency ∝ Z 3 z n2
∵v ∝ , r ∝
n n z
kq1q2 kZ e 2
IV. F = =
r2 r2
Z
F =
( )
2
n2
Z
3
Z
F ∝ 4 ( ∴ Correct)
n
Hence, only I, and IV are correct.

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Question89
−1
A ball weighing 10g is moving with a velocity of 90ms . If the
uncertainty in its velocity is 5%, then the uncertainty in its position
−33
is ......... × 10 m (Rounded off to the nearest integer). [Given,
h = 6.63 × 10−34J − s ]
[26 Feb 2021 Shift 2]

Answer: 1

Solution:

Solution:
According to Heisenberg's uncertainty equation,
∆x × m ∆ v ≥ h (∴m = 10g = 10 × 10−3kg, v = 90ms−1)
4π
Uncertainty in position,
∆x = h × 1
4π m× ∆ v( with uncertainty )
34
6.63 × 10− 1
= × m
4 × 3.14 −3
(10 × 10 ) × 90×
5
(
100 )
−33
= 1.17 × 10 m
= 1 × 10−33m

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Question90
Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and
the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) In T I I 3, isomorphous to CSl 3, the metal is present in
+1 oxidation state.
Reason (R) Tl metal has fourteen f -electrons in the electronic
configuration.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate
answer from the options given below.
[26 Feb 2021 Shift 2]
Options:

A. A is correct but R is not correct.

B. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.

C. A is not correct but R is correct

D. Both A and R are correct but R is not correct explanation of A.

Answer: B

Solution:
Solution:
Assertion (A) is correct. T I I 3 and CsI 3 are the triiodide, I 3− (polyhalide) compounds of T I +and
Cs+ions. Due to inert pair effect of group −13 elements, T l +is more stable than T H 3+. Cs and Tl
belong to the same period (6th).
Sizes of Cs+and T l +are nearly same.
So, geometrical network and lattice pattern of both CsI 3 and T I I 3 are same (bcc lattice). Csl_3 and
T I I 3 are also able to form mixed crystals when crystallisation is carried out from a mixture of
saturated solutions of CsI 3 and T I I 3. These properties enable T I I 3 and Csl 3 to be isomorphous
crystals.
Reason (R) is also correct. Electronic configuration of C s (Z = 55) and T I (Z = 81) as follows
55
Cs : [54X e]6s1

81T l: [54X e]4f 145d 106s26p1

So, Tl has fourteen f -electrons in the anti-penultimate (4th) shell. A and R are individually correct
and R is the correct explanation of A.

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Question91
The orbital having two radial as well as two angular nodes is
[26 Feb 2021 Shift 1]
Options:

A. 3p

B. 4f

C. 4d

D. 5d

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
Number of radial nodes = (n − I − 1)
[ n = principal quantum number, I = az imuthal quantum number] Number of angular nodes = 1
(a) 3p(n = 3, I = 1) ⇒ 1 1
(b) 4f (n = 4, I = 3) ⇒ 0 3
(c) 4d (n = 4, I = 2) ⇒ 1 2
(d) 5d (n = 5, I = 2) ⇒ 2 2
So, 5d -orbital has two radial as well as two angular nodes (option-d). Note I = 0 for s-orbital, I = 1
for p-orbital, I = 2 for d -orbital and I = 3 for f −orbital.

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Question92
The spin only magnetic moment of a divaler ion in aqueous solution
(atomic number = 29 ) is ......... BM.
[25 Feb 2021 Shift 2]

Answer: 2

Solution:
Solution:
−2e−
Z = 29[Cu] ⟶ Cu2+ = [Ar]3d 9

Number of unpaired electron, n = 1

∴ Spin only magnetic moment,
µ = √n(n + 2) BM = √1(1 + 2) BM = √3 BM
= 1.73BM = 2BM

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Question93
The plots of radial distribution functions for various orbitals of
hydrogen atom against ' r ' are given below.
The correct plot for 3s-orbital is
[25 Feb 2021 Shift 1]
Options:

A. (A)

B. (B)

C. (C)

D. (D)

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
The correct plot for 3s-orbital is

For 3s,
value of I = 0
value of n = 3
Number of peak = n − I = 3 − 0 = 3
In graph D, three peaks are present, so this is the correct plot for 3s-orbital.

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Question94
A proton and a Li3+ nucleus are accelerated by the same potential. If
λLi and λP denote the de Broglie wavelengths of Li3+ and proton
λLi −1
respectively, then the value of λP
is x × 10 . The value of x is
_____(Rounded off to the nearest integer) (Mass of Li3+ = 8.3 mass
of proton)
[24feb2021shift1]

Answer: 2

Solution:

Solution:
h
λ=
√2mqV

√
λLi mP(e)V
= m = 8.3mP
λP mLi(3e)(V ) Li
λLi
λP
=
√ 1 = 1 = 0.2 = 2 × 10−1
8.3 × 3 5

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Question95
Given below are two statements.
Statement I Bohr's theory accounts for the stability and line
spectrum of Li+ion.
Statement II Bohr's theory was unable to explain the splitting of
spectral lines in the presence of a magnetic field.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate
answer from the options given below:
[18 Mar 2021 Shift 2]
Options:

A. Both statements I and II are true.

B. Statement I is false but statement II is true.

C. Both statements I and II are false.

D. Statement I is true but statement II is false.

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
Statement I is false, because Bohr's theory accounts for the stability and spectrum of single
electronic species (e.g. H e+, Li2+ etc.) but Li+has two electrons.
Bohr's theory fails to explain splitting of spectral lines in presence of magnetic field i.e. Zeeman
effect.
∴ Statement II is true.

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Question96
When light of wavelength 248nm falls on a metal of threshold energy
3.0eV , the de-Broglie wavelength of emitted electrons is ...... Å.
[Round off to the nearest integer]
[Use: √3 = 1.73, h = 6.63 × 10−34J s
me = 9.1 × 10−31kg, c = 3.0 × 108ms−1
1eV = 1.6 × 10−19J ]
[16 Mar 2021 Shift 1]

Answer: 9

Solution:

Solution:
Given wavelength, if incident light (λ) = 248nm = 2480Å
Threshold energy = 3.0eV
We know, for electron de-Broglie wavelength is given by
h
λ=
mv
λ= h
√2m(K E )
K E = q × V (where, q = charge of particle )
V = voltage applied
λ= h
√2m(qV )
Putting mass of electron, me = 9.1 × 10−31kg
Charge of electron, q = 1.6 × 10−19C
λ=
√ 150
V
Å....(i)

We know, E applied = φ + K max....(ii)

where, φ = threshold energy
φ = 3eV
E applied = 12400 = 12400 = 5eV
λÅ 2480
Putting value in Eq. (ii),
5 = 3 + K max
⇒ K E max = 2eV
Voltage = 2
λe = √ 150 = 8.6Å
2
[Eq. (i)]

Nearest integer = 9

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Question97
A certain orbital has no angular nodes and two radial nodes. The
orbital is
[18 Mar 2021 Shift 1]
Options:

A. 2s

B. 3s

C. 3p

D. 2p

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
As, we know,
For 2s orbital, n = 2, I = 0
Angular node (l ) = 0
Radial nodes = n − 1 − 1 Rightarrow 2 − 0 − 1 = 1
For 2p orbital, n = 2 and I = 1
Angular node (l ) = 1
Therefore, number of radial nodes = 2 − 1 − 1 = 0
It has one angular and zero radial node.

For 3p orbital, n = 3, I = 1
Angular node (l ) = 1
It has one angular and one radial node.
For 3s orbital, n = 3, I = 0
No. of angular node (l ) = 0
No. of radial node Rightarrow n − I − 1
=3−0−1=2=2
Hence, for 3 s-orbital has no angular node and 2 radial nodes.

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Question98
A certain orbital has n = 4 and ml = −3. The number of radial nodes
in this orbital is (Round off to the nearest integer).
[17 Mar 2021 Shift 1]

Answer: 0

Solution:
Solution:
Given, n = 4, ml = −3, so l = 3
Possible value of I = 0, 1, 2, 3
As m = −3 is possible only for I = 3
For l = 3, ml = −3, −2, −1, 0, 1, 2, 3
So, this is 4f -orbital.
Number of radial nodes = n − l − 1
=4−3−1
=0
So, there is no radial node in 4f orbital.

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Question99
The number of orbitals with n = 5, m1 = +2 is (Round off to the
nearest integer).
[16 Mar 2021 Shift 2]

Answer: 3

Solution:

Solution:
Given, n = 5, ml = +2
For n = 5, possible value of I = 0, 1, 2, 3, 4
For l = 0, m1 = 0
l = 1, ml = −1, 0, 1
l = 2, ml = −2, −1, 0, 1, 2
l = 3, m1 = −3, −2, −1, 0, 1, 2, 3
l = 4, ml = −4, −3, −2, −1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4
Possible value of ml for a given value of l
= 0, ±1, ±2, ±3... ± 1
So, number of orbitals having n = 5 and ml = ±2 are 3 .

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Question100
If the Thompson model of the atom was correct, then the result of
Rutherford's gold foil experiment would have been:
[27 Jul 2021 Shift 2]
Options:

A. All of the α-particles pass through the gold foil without decrease in speed.

B. α-Particles are deflected over a wide range of angles.

C. All α-particles get bounced back by 180°

D. α-Particles pass through the gold foil deflected by small angles and with reduced
speed.

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
As in Thomson model, protons are diffused (charge is not centred) α - particles deviate by small
angles and due to repulsion from protons, their speed decreases.

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Question101
Given below are two statements :
Statement I : Rutherford's gold foil experiment cannot explain the
line spectrum of hydrogen atom.
Statement II : Bohr's model of hydrogen atom contradicts
Heisenberg's uncertainty principle.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate
answer from the options given below :
[27 Jul 2021 Shift 1]
Options:

A. Statement I is false but statement II is true.

B. Statement I is true but statement II is false.

C. Both statement I and statement II are false.

D. Both statement I and statement II are true.

Answer: D
Solution:

Solution:
Rutherford's gold foil experiment only proved that electrons are held towards nucleus by
electrostatic forces of attraction and move in circular orbits with very high speeds.
Bohr's model gave exact formula for simultaneous calculation of speed & distance of electron from
the nucleus, something which was deemed impossible according to Heisenberg.

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Question102
An accelerated electron has a speed of 5 × 106ms−1 with an
uncertainty of 0.02%. The uncertainty in finding its location while in
motion is x × 10−9m.
The value of x is __________ . (Nearest integer)
−31 −34
[Use mass of electron = 9.1 × 10 kg,h = 6.63 × 10 J s, π = 3.14 ]
[25 Jul 2021 Shift 2]

Answer: 58

Solution:

Solution:
0.02
Δv = × 5 × 106 = 103m ∕ s
100
h
Δx . Δv =
4πm
6.63 × 10−34
x × 10− 9 × 103 = −31
x × 10− 9 × 103 = 0.058 × 10− 3
4 × 3.14 × 9.1 × 10
−6
0.058 × 10
x= = 58
10−9

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Question103
A source of monochromatic radiation of wavelength 400nm provides
1000J of energy in 10 seconds. When this radiation falls on the
surface of sodium, x × 1020 electrons are ejected per second. Assume
that wavelength 400nm is sufficient for ejection of electron from the
surface of sodium metal. The value of x is _______.
(Nearest integer)
(h = 6.626 × 10−34J s)
[25 Jul 2021 Shift 1]

Answer: 2

Solution:

Solution:
Total energy provided by
1000 =
Source per second = 100J
10
hc
Energy required to eject electron =
λ
6.626 × 10−34
= −9
× 3 × 108
400 × 10
Number of electrons ejected = 100
6.626 × 10−34 × 3 × 108
400 × 10−9
400 × 10−7 × 1026
=
6.626 × 3
40 × 10−20
=
6.626 × 3
= 2.01 × 1020

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Question104
The wavelength of electrons accelerated from rest through a
potential difference of 40kV is x × 10−12m. The value of x is
________ . (Nearest integer)
Given : Mass of electron = 9.1 × 10−31kg
−19
Charge on an electron = 1.6 × 10 C
Planck's constant = 6.63 × 10−34J S
[20 Jul 2021 Shift 2]
Answer: 6

Solution:
Solution:
De-broglie-wave length of electron:
λe = h { ∵e−is accelerated from rest⇒K E = q × V
√2m(K E )
λ= h
√2mqv
6.63 × 10−34
=
√ 2 × 1.6 × 10−19 × 9.1 × 10−31 × 40 × 103
= 0.614 × 10−11m
−12
= 6.14 × 10 m
Nearest integer = 6

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Question105
The kinetic energy of an electron in the second Bohr orbit of a
2
hydrogen atom is equal to h 2 . The value of 10x is .......... (a0 is
xma0
radius of Bohr's orbit) (Nearest integer)
[Given, π = 3.14]
[27 Aug 2021 Shift 1]

Answer: 3155

Solution:
Solution:

∵ Angular moment is given as,

mvr = nh
2π
n2h2 h2
∴ Kinetic energy = 2 2 = 2 4
8π mr 8π m(4a0)2
h2 = h2
= ( 4
)
8π2 × 16 ma02 xma02
 4
x= 2
8π × 16
⇒ x = 315.507
10x = 3155.07

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Question106
Given below are two statements.
Statement I According to Bohr's model of an atom, qualitatively the
magnitude of velocity of electron increases with decrease in positive
charges on the nucleus as there is no strong hold on the electron by
the nucleus.
Statement II According to Bohr's model of an atom, qualitatively the
magnitude of velocity of electron increases with decrease in
principal quantum [Link] the light of the above statements,
choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
[26 Aug 2021 Shift 1]
Options:

A. Both statement I and statement II are false.

B. Both statement I and statement II are true.

C. Statement I is false but statement II is true.

D. Statement I is true but statement II is false.

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
According to Bohr's atom, velocity of electron is given by,
v ∝ Z ...(i)
n
where, v = velocity of electron
where, v = velocity of electron
n = principal quantum number
From Eq. (i), velocity of electron is directly proportional to atomicnumber of atom, corresponding to
positive charge. So, as Z increases velocity also increases.
Hence, statement I is false. Also, velocity of electron is inversely proportional to n i.e. as ‘n’
decreases velocity of electron increases.
So, statement II is true.

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Question107
The number of photons emitted by a monochromatic (single
frequency) infrared range finder of power 1 mW and wavelength of
1000 nm, in 0.1 second is x × 1013. The value of x is ......... (Nearest
−34 −1
integer) (h = 6.63 × 10 Js, c = 3.00 × 108ms )
[27 Aug 2021 Shift 2]

Answer: 50

Solution:
Solution:

Power of the source = 1 mW = 10−3W

hc
Energy of one photon, E = hv =
λ
−34
where, h = 6.6 × 10 Js
c = 3 × 108m ∕ s and
λ = 1000 nm
−9 −9
= 1000 × 10 m (1 nm = 10 m)
= 10−6m
6.6 × 10−34 × 3 × 108
E= −6
≅ 20 × 10−20J
10
Power = number of photons emitted in one second × energy of 1 photon.
10−3 = n × 20 × 10−20
−3
⇒n = 10 −20 = 0.5 × 1016
20 × 10
Number of photons emitted in 1s = 0.5 × 1016
Number of photons emitted in 0.1s = 0.5 × 1016 × 0.1 = 50 × 1013
x × 1013 = 50 × 1013
x = 50

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Question108
A metal surface is exposed to 500 nm radiation. The threshold
frequency of the metal for photoelectric current is 4.3 × 1014 Hz. The
velocity of ejected electron is .......... ×105ms−1. (Nearest integer)
[Use h = 6.63 × 10−34 Js, me = 9.0 × 10−31 kg ]
[26 Aug 2021 Shift 2]

Answer: 5

Solution:

Solution:
hc = 1 2
According to photoelectric effect = hv0 + mv
λ 2
(where, h = Planck’s constant, λ = wavelength
v0 = threshold frequency, v = velocity of electron
m = mass of electron, c = speed of light)
6.63 × 10−34 × 3108
⇒
500 × 10−9
= 6.63 × 10−34 × 4.3 × 1014 + 1 mv2
2
−19
6.63 × 30 × 10
= 6.63 × 4.3 × 10−20 + 1 mv2
50 2
−20 1 −31 2
11.271 × 10 J = × 9 × 10 × v
2
5
v = 5 × 10 m ∕ s
∴x=5

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Question109
The value of magnetic quantum number of the outermost electron of
Zn+ ion is
[31 Aug 2021 Shift 2]

Answer: 0

Solution:

Solution:
The configuration of Zn+ = 1s22s22p63s23p63d 104s1
The outermost electron is in s-orbital.
For s-orbital, azimuthal quantum number (l) = 0
Magnetic quantum number, m = − l to + l
For l = 0, m = 0

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Question110
Ge(Z = 32) in its ground state electronic configuration has x
completely filled orbitals with m1 = 0. The value of x is
[31 Aug 2021 Shift 1]

Answer: 7

Solution:

Solution:
Ge ( Z = 32) electronic configuration is

For s-orbitals ( 1s, 2s, 3s and 4s ) ml = 0{2 × 0}

For p-orbitals (2p, 3p)ml = 0{(−1) × 2 + 0 × 2 + (+1) × 2 = 0}

For d-orbitals (3d )m1 = 0 { (−2) × 2 + (−1) × 2 + 0 × 2

(+1) × 2 + (+2) × 2 = 0 }
∴ Completely filled orbitals with ml = 0 are seven (7).

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Question111
A 50 watt bulb emits monochromatic red light of wavelength of
795 nm. The number of photons emitted per second by the bulb is
x × 1020. The value of x is ......
−34 −1
[Given, h = 6.63 × 10 Js and c = 3.0 × 108ms ]
[1 Sep 2021 Shift 2]
Answer: 2

Solution:

Solution:
Energy of photon is given as
E = nhc ...(i)
λ
where, E = energy of photon (50 W),
n = number of photon
h = Planck's constant (6.63 × 10−34 Js)
c = speed of light (3 × 108m ∕ s)
λ = wavelength of light (795 × 10−9m)
E = 50 W = 50 J = energy of photon
n 6.63 × 10−34Js × 3 × 108m ∕ s
50J = ×
795 × 10−9m
50 × 795 × 10−9
⇒n= −34 8
= 1998.49 × 1017 = 1.998 × 1020 = 2 × 1020
6.63 × 10 × 3 × 10
∴x = 2
∴ Answer is 2.

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Question112
For the Balmer series in the spectrum of H atom,
v = RH
{ 1
n12
− 1
n2 2 } , the correct statements among (I) to (IV) are:
(I) As wavelength decreases, the lines in the scries converge
(II) The integer n1 is equal to 2
(III) The lines of longest wavelength corresponds to n2 = 3
(IV) The ionization energy of hydrogen can be calculated from wave
number of these lines
[Jan. 08,2020 (I)]
Options:

A. (I), (III), (IV)

B. (I), (II), (III)

C. (I), (II), (IV)

D. (II), (III), (IV)

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
In the Balmer series of H-atom the transition takes place from the higher oribtal to n = 2. Therefore
the longest wave length corresponds to n1 = 2 and n2 = 3. As the wave length decreases, the lines in
the series converges. Hence, statement I, II, III are the correct statements among the given
options.

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Question113
The radius of the second Bohr orbit, in terms of the Bohr radius, a0,
in Li2+ is:
[Jan. 08, 2020 (II)]
Options:

2a
A. 3 0

4a
B. 9 0

4a
C. 3 0

2a
D. 9 0

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
a0n2
r=
Z
a0(2)2 4a0
For Li2+, r = =
3 3

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Question114
The de Broglie wavelength of an electron in the 4 th Bohr orbit is:
[Jan. 09, 2020 (I)]
Options:

A. 2πa0

B. 4πa0

C. 6πa0

D. 8πa0

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
2πr = nλ
n2a0
r =
Z
2
2π× 4 a0 = 4λ
1
λ = 2π× 4 a0
1
λ = 8πa0

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Question115
The number of orbitals associated with quantum numbers
n = 5, ms = + 12 is:
[NV, Jan. 07,2020(I)]
Options:

A. 11

B. 25

C. 50
D. 15

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
The possible number of orbitals in a shell in term of "n ' is n2
∴n = 5; n2 = 25

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Question116
The difference between the radii of 3 rd and 4 th orbits of Li2+ is
∆R1. The difference between the radii of 3 rd and 4 th orbits of H e+
is ∆R2. Ratio ∆R1 : ∆R2 is :
[Sep .05,2020 (I)]
Options:

A. 8 : 3

B. 3 : 8

C. 2 : 3

D. 3 : 2

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
n2 Å
r = 0.529
Z
For Li2+ ,
0.529 2 2
( rLi ) n = 4 − ( rLi ) n − 3 =
2+ 2+
3
[4 − 3 ] = ∆R1
For H e+,
0.529 [42 − 32] = ∆R
( rH e ) n = 4 − ( rH e ) n = 3 =
+ +
2 2

∆R1 2
=
∆R2 3

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Question117
The region in the electromagnetic spectrum where the Balmer series
lines appear is:
[Sep. 04, 2020 (I)]
Options:

A. Visible

B. Microwave

C. Infrared

D. Ultraviolet

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
In hydrogen spectrum maximum lines of Balmer series lies in visible region.

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Question118
The shortest wavelength of H atom in the Lyman series is λ1. The
longest wavelength in the Balmer series is H e+ is:
[Sep. 04, 2020 (II)]
Options:

36λ1
A. 5

5λ
B. 9 1

9λ
C. 5 1

27λ1
D. 5

Answer: C
Solution:

Solution:
Shortest wavelength → Max. energy (∞ → 1)
For Lyman series of H atom,

λ1 H 1 [
1 = R (1)2 1 − 0
]
⇒ 1 = RH ⇒ RH = 1
λ1 λ1
For Balmer series of H e+,

λ H [
1 = R (2)2 1 − 1 ⇒ 1 = R (4)
22 32 λ ] H ( 936− 4 )
1 5RH 9λ1
⇒ = ⇒λ= 9 =
λ 9 5RH 5

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Question119
The figure that is not a direct manifestation of the quantum nature
of atoms is :
[Sep. 02, 2020 (I)]
Options:

A.

B.

C.
D.

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
(d) (a), (b) and (c) are according to quantum theory but (d) is statement of kinetic theory of gases.

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Question120
The work function of sodium metal is 4.41 × 10− 19J . If photons of
wavelength 300nm are incident on the metal, the kinetic energy of
the ejected clectrons will be
(h = 6.63 × 10−34J s; c = 3 × 108m ∕ s) × 10−21J
[NV, Sep. 02, 2020(II)]

Answer: 222

Solution:
Solution:
E = E 0 + (K E )max
hc = −19
4.41 × 10 + K E
λ
6.63 × 10−34 × 3 × 108
−9
= 4.41 × 10−19 + K E
300 × 10
So, (K E )max = 6.63 × 10−19 − 4.41 × 10−19
= 2.22 × 10−19J = 222 × 10−21J

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Question121
In the sixth period, the orbitals that are filled are:
[Sep. 05,2020 (I)]
Options:

A. 6s, 4f , 5d , 6p

B. 6s, 5d , 5f , 6p

C. 6s, 5f , 6d , 6p

D. 6s, 6p, 6d , 6f

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
Thus, order of orbitals filled are
6s < 4f < 5d < 6p

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Question122
The correct statement about probability density (except at infinite
distance from nucleus) is:
[Sep. 05, 2020 (II)]
Options:

A. It can be zero for 1s orbital

B. It can be negative for 2p orbital

C. It can be zero for 3p orbital

D. It can never be zero for 2s orbital

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
Radial node = n − l − 1
∴1s ⇒ 0(ψ2 ≠ 0)
2s ⇒ 1(ψ2 = 0)
2p ⇒ 0(ψ2 ≠ 0)
3p ⇒ 1(ψ2 = 0)
Probability density (ψ2) can be zero for 3p orbital other than infinite distance. It has one radial node.
Thus, statement (c) is correct.

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Question123
Consider the hypothetical situation where the azimuthal quantum
number, l , takes values 0, 1, 2, .... . n + 1, where n is the principal
quantum number. Then, the element with atomic number:
[Sep. 03, 2020 (II)]
Options:

A. 9 is the first alkali metal

B. 13 has a half-filled valence subshell

C. 8 is the first noble gas

D. 6 has a 2p -valence subshell

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
Under the given situation for n = 1, l = 0, 1, 2
n = 2, l = 0, 1, 2, 3
n = 3, l = 0, 1, 2, 3, 4
According to (n + l ) rule of order of filling of subshells will be:
1s1p1d 2s2p3s2d 3f
Atomic number l s21p4
Atomic number 1s21p61d 1
Atomic number 1s21p6
Atomic number 1s21p61d 5
Therefore option (b) is correct. Atomic number of first noble gas will be 18(1s21p61d 10).

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Question124
The number of subshells associated with n = 4 and m = −2 quantum
numbers is:
[Sep. 02,2020 (II)]
Options:

A. 8

B. 2

C. 16

D. 4

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
For n = 4 possible values of l = 0, 1, 2, 3; only l = 2 and l = 3 can have m = −2. So possible
subshells are 2.
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Question125
What is the work function of the metal if the light of wavelength
4000Å generates photoelectrons of velocity 6 × 105ms−1 from it ?
(Mass of electron = 9 × 10−31kg
Velocity of light = 3 × 108ms−1
Planck's constant = 6.626 × 10−34J s
Charge of electron = 1.6 × 10−19J eV −1 )
[Jan. 12, 2019 (I)]
Options:

A. 0.9eV

B. 3.1eV

C. 2.1eV

D. 4.0eV

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
E = hv = hc
λ
6.626 × 10−34 × 3 × 108
E = −10
= 4.97 × 10−19J
4000 × 10
4.97 × 10−19J
= = 3.1eV
1.6 × 10−10J eV −1
K E = 1 mv2 = 1 × 9 × 10−31kg × (6 × 105ms−1)2
2 2
= 1.62 × 10 J [1J = kg ⋅ m2s−2]
−19

= 1cV
According to photoelectric effect,
K . E . = hv − hv0
hv0 = hv − K . E
Work function (W 0) = E − K . E
= 3.1 − 1 = 2.1eV

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Question126
Heat treatment of muscular pain involves radiation of wavelength of
about 900nm. Which spectral line of H atom is suitable for this
purpose?
[RH = 1 × 105cm−1 ⋅ h = 6.6 × 10−34J s, c = 3 × 108ms−1]
[Jan. 11, 2019 (I)]
Options:

A. Paschen, ∞ → 3

B. Paschen, 5 → 3

C. Balmer, ∞ → 2

D. Lyman, ∞ → 1

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
1=R
λ ( 1 − 1
n12 n22 )
n1 = 3, n2 = ∞
1=
λ
R ( 19 ) ⇒ λ = R9 = 109 5
= 9 × 10− 5cm = 900nm

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Question127
Which of the graphs shown below does not represent the
relationship between incident light and the electron cjected from
metal surface?
[Jan. 10, 2019 (I)]
Options:

A.
B.

C.

D.

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
K . E . = hv − hv0
where, v = Frequency of incident radiation
v0 = Threshold frequency
K E is independent of intensity but it depends on frequency of light. Intensity is directly proportional
to the no. of electrons emitted.

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Question128
The ground state energy of hydrogen atom is −13.6eV . The energy
of second excited state of H e+ ion in eV is:
[Jan. 10, 2019 (II)]
Options:

A. −54.4

B. −3.4

C. −6.04

D. −27.2

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
According to Bohr's model energy in n th state
2
= −13.6× Z 2 eV
n
For second excited state, of H e+, n = 3
2
∴E 3(H e+) = −13.6× 22 eV = −6.04eV
3

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Question129
For emission line of atomic hydrogen from ni = 8 to nf = n the plot of

wave number (v) against ( ) will be (The Rydberg constant, R

1
n2 H
is
in wave number unit)
[Jan. 9,2019 (I)]
Options:

A. Linear with intercept −RH

B. Non linear

C. Linear with slope RH

D. Linear with slope −RH

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
As we know,
v = −RH
( 1
n2 2
1
)
− 2 Z 2 (where, Z = 1 )
n1
After putting the values, we get
R R
(n 8
)
v = −RH 12 − 12 ⇒v = H − H2
64 n
Comparing to y = mx + c, we get
1
x = 2 and m = −RH ( slope )
n

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Question130
If the de Broglie wavelength of the electron in n th Bohr orbit in a
hydrogenic atom is equal to 1.5πa0( a0 is Bohr radius), then the value
of n ∕ z is:
[Jan. 12, 2019 (II)]
Options:

A. 0.40

B. 1.50

C. 1.0
D. 0.75

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
Given λ = 1.5πa0
nλ = 2πr . . . (i)
Radii of stationary states (r) is expressed as:
n2
r = a0 . . . (ii)
z
From eqn (i) and (ii)
2
2πa0n 2πa0n
nλ = ;λ=
z z
1.5πa0 = 2πa0 n
z
n = 1.5 =
0.75
z 2

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Question131
The de Broglie wavelength (λ) associated with a photoelectron varies
with the frequency ( v ) of the incident radiation as, [ v0 is threshold
frequency]:
[Jan. 11, 2019 (II)]
Options:

1
A. λ ∝
(v − v0)

B. λ ∝ 1
1
(v − v0)
4

C. λ ∝ 1
3
(v − v0) 2

D. λ ∝ 1
1
(v − v0)
2

Answer: D
Solution:

Solution:
According to de-Broglie wavelength equation,
h 1
λ= ⇒λ∝
mv v
According to photoelectric effect,
1 1 mv2
hv − hv0 = mv2; v − v0 = =
2 2 h
2
v − v0 ∝ v
v ∝ (v − v0)1 ∕ 2
∴ λ∝ 1
(v − v0)1 ∕ 2

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Question132
Which of the following combination of statements is true regarding
the interpretation of the atomic orbitals?
[Jan. 9,2019 (II)|]
Options:

A. An electron in an orbital of high angular momentum stays away from the nucleus
than an electron in the orbital of lower angular momentum.

B. For a given value of the principal quantum number, the size of the orbit is inversely
proportional to the azimuthal quantum number.

C. According to wave mechanics, the ground state an- gular momentum is equal to h
2π

D. The plot of ψ vs r for various azimuthal quantum numbers, shows peak shifting
towards higher r value.
(a) (a), (d) (b) (a), (b) (c) (a), (c) (d) (b), (c)

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
nh
(a) Angular momentum (L) =
2π
Therefore, as n increases, L also increases.
n2
(b) r ∝
z
 h
(c) For n = 1, L =
2π
(d) As l increases, the peak of ψ vs r shifts towards higher ' r ' value.

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Question133
Among the following, the energy or 2s or orbital is lowest in
[April 12, 2019 (II)]
Options:

A. K

B. H

C. Li

D. Na

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
As the value of Z (atomic number) increases, energy of orbitals decreases (becomes more-ve
value)
∴ Order of energy of 2s orbital is H > Li > N a > K

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Question134
The ratio of the shortest wavelength of two spectral series of
hydrogen spectrum is found to be about 9. The spectral series are :
[April 10, 2019 (II)]
Options:

A. Lyman and Paschen

B. Balmer and Brackett

C. Brackett and Pfund

D. Paschen and Pfund

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
For determined shortest wavelength, n2 = ∞

Lyman series vL = 1 = R
λL [ (1)1 − ∞1 ] 2 2

Paschen series v = 1 = R [ 1 − 1 ]
P
λ (3)
P ∞ 2 2

vL λ
= p =9
vP λL

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Question135
For any given series of spectral lines of atomic hydrogen, let
∆v = vmax − vmin be the difference in maximum and minimum
frequencies in cm−1. The ratio ∆v Lyman ∕ ∆ v Balmer i is
:
[April 9, 2019 (I)]
Options:

A. 4 : 1

B. 9 : 4

C. 5 : 4

D. 27 : 5

Answer: B

Solution:
Solution:
v ∝ ∆E
For H-atom
v=R
[
1 − 1
n12 n22 ]
For Lyman series,

( ∞1 )
v(max) = 13.6 1 −

v(min) = 13.6 ( 1 − 1 )
4
∴v − v = 13.6 ( 1 )
max min 4
For Balmer series,
v(max) = 13.6 1 − 1
4 ∞( )
v(min) = 13.6 1 − 1
4 9( )
∴ vmax − vmin = 13.6
1
9 ( )
∆vLyman
So, = 9
∆v Balmer 4

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Question136
Which one of the following about an electron occupying the 1s
orbital in a hydrogen atom is incorrect? (The Bohr radius is
represented by a0 ).
[April 9, 2019 (II) ]
Options:

A. The probability density of finding the electron is maximum at the nucleus.

B. The electron can be found at a distance 2a0 from the nucleus.

C. The magnitude of the potential energy is double that of its kinetic energy on an
average.

D. The total energy of the electron is maximum when it is at a distance a0 from the
nucleus.

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
The total energy of the electron is minimum at a distance of a0 from the nucleus for 1s orbital.

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Question137
If p is the momentum of the fastest electron ejected from a metal
surface after the irradiation of light having wavelength m, then for
1.5p momentum of the photoelectron, the wavelength of the light
should be:
(Assume kinetic energy of cjected photoelectron to be very high in
comparison to work function):
[April 8, 2019 (II)]
Options:

A. 3 λ
4

B. 1 λ
2

C. 2 λ
3

D. 4 λ
9

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
In photoelectric effect,
hc = + K E
w of electron
λ
Given that KE of ejected photoelectron is very high in comparison to work function w.
hc = K E
λ
hc = 1 mv2 m
λ 2 m( )
2 2
hc 1 m v
= ⋅
λ 2 m
hc = P2
λ 2m
New wavelength
hc = (1.5P)2 ⇒ λ = 4 λ
λ1 2m 1 9

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Question138
The electrons are more likely to be found:

[April 12, 2019 (I)]

Options:

A. in the region a and c

B. in the region a and b

C. only in the region a

D. only in the region 0

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
Probability of finding an electron will have maximum value at both 'a' and 'c'. There is zero
probability of finding an electron at 'b'.

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Question139
The graph between |ψ|2 and r (radial distance) is shown below. This
represents :
[April 10, 2019 (I)]
Options:

A. 3s orbital

B. 2s orbital

C. 1s orbital

D. 2p orbital

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
The given probability density curve is for 2s orbital due to the presence of only one radial node. 1s
and 2p orbital do not have any radial node and 3s orbital has two radial nodes. Hence, option (b) is
correct.

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Question140
The isoelectronic set of ions is
[April 10, 2019 (I)]
Options:

A. N 3−, O2−, F − and N a+

B. N 3−, Li+, M g2+ and O2−

C. F −, Li+, N a+ and M g2+

D. Li+, N a+, O2− and F −

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
Atomic numbers of N , O, F and N a are 7, 8, 9 and 11 respectively. Therefore, total number of
electrons in each of N 3−, O2, F −, and N a+ are 10 and hence they are isoelectronic.

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Question141
The quantum number of four electrons are given below:
I. n = 4, l = 2, ml = −2, ms = −1 ∕ 2
II. n = 3, l = 2, ml = 1, ms = +1 ∕ 2
III. n = 4, l = 1, ml = 0, ms = +1 ∕ 2
IV. n = 3, l = 1, ml = 1, ms = −1 ∕ 2
The correct order of their increasing energies will be:
[April 8, 2019(I)]
Options:

A. IV < III < II < I

B. I < II < III < IV

C. IV < II < III < I

D. I < III < II < IV

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:

The energy of an atomic orbital increases with increasing n + ℓ. For identical values of n + ℓ, energy
increases with increasing value of n. Therefore the correct order of energy is:

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Question142
The size of the iso-electronic species Cl −, Ar and Ca2+ is affected by:
[April 8, 2019 (I)]
Options:

A. azimuthal quantum number of valence shell

B. electron-electron interaction in the outer orbitals

C. principal quantum number of valence shell

D. nuclear charge

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
Iso-electronic species differ in size due to different effective nuclear charge.

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Question143
Which of the following statements is false?
[Online April 16, 2018]
Options:

A. Splitting of spectral lines in electrical field is called Stark effect

B. Frequency of emitted radiation from a black body goes from a lower wavelength to
higher wavelength as the temperature increases

C. Photon has momentum as well as wavelength

D. Rydberg constant has unit of energy

Answer: B

Solution:
Solution:
When temperature is increased, black body emits high energy radiation from higher wavelength to
lower wavelength.

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Question144
Ejection of the photoelectron from metal in the photoelectric effect
experiment can be stopped by applying 0.5V when the radiation of
250nm is used. The work function of the metal is:
[Online April 15, 2018 (I)]
Options:

A. 4eV

B. 5.5eV

C. 4.5eV

D. 5eV

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
λ = 250nm
E = hc = 1240eV . nm = 4.96eV
λ 250nm
K E = stopping potential = 0.5eV
E =W0+K .E
4.96 = W 0 + 0.5
W 0 = 4.46 ≈ 4.5eV

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Question145
The de-Broglie's wavelength of electron present in first Bohr orbit of
'H' atom is:
[Online April 15, 2018 (II)]
Options:

A. 4 × 0.529Å

B. 2π × 0.529Å

C. 0.529 Å
2π

D. 0.529A

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
First Bohr orbit of H atom has radius r = 0.529Å Also, the angular momentum is quantised.
h
mvr =
2π
h =
2πr = λ
mV
∴ λ = 2π × 0.529Å

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Question146
The radius of the second Bohr orbit for hydrogen atom is:
(Plank's const. h = 6.6262 × 10−34J s; mass of electron
= 9.1091 × 10−31kg; charge of electron e = 1.60210 × 10−19C;
permittivity of vaccum E 0 = 8.854185 × 10−12kg−1m−3A2 )
[2017]
Options:

A. 1.65Å

B. 4.76Å

C. 0.529Å

D. 2.12Å

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
Radius of n th Bohr orbit in H-atom = 0.53n2Å
Radius of II Bohr orbit = 0.53 × (2)2 = 2.12Å

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Question147
If the shortest wavelength in Lyman series of hydrogen atom is A,
then the longest wavelength in Paschen series of H e+ is :
[Online April 8,2017]
Options:

A. 5A
9

B. 9A
5

C. 36A
5

D. 36A
7

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
For Lyman series (shortest wavelength)
n1 = 1, n2 = ∞
1=
λ
RZ
2
( 1 − 1
n12 n22 )
A (
⇒ 1 = 12R 1 − 1 ⇒ 1 = R
1 ∞ A )
Longest wavelength = 1st line
n1 = 3, n2 = 4
1 RZ 2 1
λ
=
3
(
2
1
− 2 ⇒ =
4 λ )
1 R7
36
1
R=
A
1×
7
1= A ⇒ 1 = 7 ⇒ λ = 36A
λ 36 λ 36A 7

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Question148
The electron in the hydrogen atom undergoes transition from higher
orbitals to orbital of radius 211.6pm. This transition is associated
with :
[Online April 9, 2017]
Options:

A. Lyman series

B. Balmer series

C. Paschen series

D. Brackett serics

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
n2 Å
r = 0.529×
Z
r = 211.6pm = 2.11Å
2
⇒0.529× n = 2.11Å
Z
n = 2 (Balmer series)
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Question149
A stream of electrons from a heated filaments was passed two
charged plates kept at a potential difference V esu. If 'e' and m are
charge and mass of an electron, respectively, then the value of h ∕ λ
(where λ is wavelength associated with electron wave) is given by:
[2016]
Options:

A. √meV

B. √2meV

C. meV

D. 2meV

Answer: B

Solution:
Solution:
As electron of charge 'e' is passed through 'V' volt, kinetic energy of electron will be eV
h
Wavelength of electron wave (λ) =
√2m ⋅ K . E
h ∴ h = √2meV
λ=
√2meV λ

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Question150
The total number of orbitals associated with the principal quantum
number 5 is:
[Online April 9,2016]
Options:

A. 20

B. 25
C. 10

D. 5

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
Number of orbitals in a shell = n2 = (5)2 = 25.

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Question151
Which of the following is the energy of a possible excited state of
hydrogen?
[2015]
Options:

A. −3.4eV

B. +6.8eV

C. +13.6eV

D. −6.8eV

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
13.6
Total energy = − 2 Z 2eV
n
where n = 2, 3, 4....
Putting n = 2
13.6
ET =− = −3.4eV
4

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Question152
At temperature T , the average kinetic energy of any particle is
3
2
kT . The de Broglie wavelength follows the order :
[Online April 11, 2015]
Options:

A. Visible photon > Thermal neutron > Thermal electron

B. Thermal proton > Thermal electron > Visible photon

C. Thermal proton > Visible photon > Thermal electron

D. Visible photon > Thermal electron > Thermal neutron

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
3
Kinetic energy of any particle = kT
2
1 2
Also K . E . = mv
2
1 mv2 = 3 kT ⇒ v2 = 3kT
2 2 m
v= √ 3kT
m
de-broglie wavelength = λ = h = h
mv
m √ 3kT
m
h 1
λ= ;λ∝
√3kT m √m
Mass of electron < mass of neutron λ (electron ) >λ (neutron)

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Question153
If the principal quantum number n = 6, the correct sequence of
filling of electrons will be:
[Online April 10,2015]
Options:

A. ns → (n − 2)f → np → (n − 1)d

B. ns → (n − 2)f → (n − 1)d → np
C. ns → np → (n − 1)d → (n − 2)f

D. ns → (n − 1)d → (n − 2)f → np

Answer: B

Solution:
Solution:
According to Aufbau principle, the sequence of filling electrons in sixth period is
6s − 4f − 5d − 6p i.e., (ns) → (n − 2)f → (n − 1)d → np

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Question154
If λ0 and λ be threshold wavelength and wavelength of incident light,
the velocity of photoelectron ejected from the metal surface is:
[Online April 11,2014]
Options:

A. √ 2h
m 0
(λ − λ)

B. √ 2hc
m 0
(λ − λ)

C.
√ ( ) 2hc
m
λ0 − λ
λλ0

D.
√ ( 2h
m
1
λ0
− 1λ )
Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
The kinetic energy of the ejected electron is given by the equation
1 2 c
hv = hv0 + mv ∵ v =
2 λ
hc = hc + 1 mv2
or
λ λ0 2
 1 mv2 = hc − hc =
2 λ λ0
hc ( λλλ− λ )
0

∴ v2 =
2hc
m ( λ0 − λ
λλ0 )
or v =
√ λλ )
( λ −λ
2hc
m
0
0

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Question155
The energy of an electron in first Bohr orbit of H-atom is 13.6eV .
The energy value of electron in the excited state of Li2+ is:
[Online April 9, 2014]
Options:

A. −27.2eV

B. 30.6eV

C. −30.6eV

D. 27.2eV

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
For Li2+ ion
2 2
E = −13.6× Z 2 eV = −13.6× (3)2
n (2)
= −13.6 × 9 = −30.6eV
4

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Question156
Based on the equation:
[Online April 11,2014] ∆E = −2.0 × 10
−18
J
( 1
n22
− 1
n12 ) the
wavelength of the light that must be absorbed to excite hydrogen
electron from level n = 1 to level n = 2 will be:
(h = 6.625 × 10−34J s, C = 3 × 108ms−1)
[Online April 11, 2014]
Options:

A. 1.325 × 10−7m

B. 1.325 × 10−10m

C. 2.650 × 10−7m

D. 5.300 × 10−10m

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
∆E = −2.0 × 10−18 × ( 21 − 11 )
2 2

−18 −3
= −2.0 × 10 ×
4
= 1.5 × 10−18J
∆E = hc
λ
hc = 6.625 × 10−34js × 3 × 108ms−1
λ=
∆E 1.5 × 10−18J
= 1.325 × 10−7m

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Question157
If m and e are the mass and charge of the revolving electron in the
orbit of radius r for hydrogen atom, the total energy of the revolving
electron will be:
[Online April 12,2014]
Options:
 2
A. 12 er

2
B. − er

me2
C. r

2
D. − 1 er
2

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
Total energy of a revolving electron is the sum of its kinetic and potential energy.
Total energy = K . E . + P . E

=
e2
2r
+ −( )
e2
r
; =−
e2
2r

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Question158
Excited hydrogen atom emits light in the ultraviolet region at
2.47 × 1015H z. With this frequency, the energy of a single photon is:
(h = 6.63 × 10−34J s)
[Online April 12, 2014]
Options:

A. 8.041 × 10−40J

B. 2.680 × 10−19J

C. 1.640 × 10−18J

D. 6.111 × 10−17J

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
E = hv
= 6.63 × 10−34 × 2.47 × 1015
= 1.640 × 10−18J

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Question159
−1
Ionization cnergy of gaseous N a atoms is 495.5kJ mol . The lowest
possible frequency of light that ionizes a sodium atom is
(h = 6.626 × 10−34J s, N A = 6.022 × 1023mol −1)
[Online April 19,2014]
Options:

A. 7.50 × 104s−1

B. 4.76 × 1014s−1

C. 3.15 × 1015s−1

D. 1.24 × 1015s−1

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
Energy = N Ahv
495.5 = 6.023 × 1023 × 6.6 × 10−34 × v
495.5 × 103J
v= 23 −34
= 12.4 × 1014
6.023 × 10 × 6.6 × 10
= 1.24 × 1015s−1

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Question160
The de-Broglie wavelength of a particle of mass 6.63g moving with a
velocity of 100ms−1 is:
[Online April 12, 2014]
Options:
A. 10−33m

B. 10−35m

C. 10−31m

D. 10−25m

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
h
de (λ) =
mv
6.63 × 10−34J s
= −3
= 10−33m
6.63 × 10 kg × 100m ∕ s

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Question161
The correct set of four quantum numbers for the valence electrons
of rubidium atom (Z = 37) is:
[2014]
Options:

A. 5, 0, 0, + 1
2

B. 5, 1, 0, + 1
2

C. 5, 1, 1, + 1
2

D. 5, 0, 1, + 1
2

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
The electronic configuration of Rubidium (Rb = 37) is
1s22s22p63s23p63d 104s24p65s1
Since last electron enters in 5s orbital
1
Hence n = 5, l = 0, m = 0, s = ±
2

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Question162

Energy of an electron is given by E = −2.178× 10−18J ( )

Z2
n2

Wavelength of light required to excite an electron in an hydrogen

atom from level n = 1 to n = 2 will be:
( h = 6.62 × 10−34J s and c = 3.0 × 108ms−1 )
[2013]
Options:

A. 1.214 × 10−7m
7
B. 2.816 × 10− m

C. 6.500 × 10−7m

D. 8.500 × 10−7m

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
∆E = 2.178 × 10−18 ( 11 − 21 ) = hcλ
2 2

⇒2.178 × 10−18 × 3 = hc
4 λ
−34
6.62 × 10 × 3 × 108
=
λ
6.62 × 10−34 × 3 × 108 × 4
λ=
2.178 × 10−18 × 3
= 1.214 × 10−7m

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Question163
The wave number of the first emission line in the Balmer series of H-
Spectrum is:
( R = Rydberg constant ):
[Online April 22, 2013]
Options:

A. 5 R
36

B. 9 R
400

C. 7 R
6

D. 3 R
4

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
v = RZ 2 ( 21 − 31 )
2 2

=R ( 14 − 19 ) = 5R
36

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Question164
The de Broglie wavelength of a car of mass 1000kg and velocity 36
km/hr is :
[Online April 23, 2013]
Options:

A. 6.626 × 10−34m

B. 6.626 × 10−38m

C. 6.626 × 10−31m

D. 6.626 × 10−30m
Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
h
λ=
mv
h = 6, 6 × 10−34J s
m = 1000kg
36 × 103
v = 36km ∕ hr = m ∕ sec = 10m ∕ sec
60 × 60
6.6 × 10−34
∴ λ= 3
= 6.6 × 10−38m
10 × 10

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Question165
In an atom how many orbital(s) will have the quantum numbers;
n = 3, l = 2 and ml = +2?
[Online April 9, 2013]
Options:

A. 5

B. 3

C. 1

D. 7

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
n = 3, l = 2 means 3d orbital

i.e. in an atom only one orbital can have the value ml = +2

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Question166
Given
(A) n = 5, m = +1
(B) n = 2, ℓ = 1, mf = −1, ms = −1 ∕ 2
The maximum number of electron(s) in an atom that can have the
quantum numbers as given in (A) and (B) are respectively:
[Online April 25, 2013]
Options:

A. 25 and 1

B. 8 and 1

C. 2 and 4

D. 4 and 1

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
(i) n = 5 means l = 0, 1, 2, 3, 4
since m = +1
hence total no. of electrons will be
= 0( from s ) + 2( from p ) + 2( from d ) + 2( from f ) + 2( from g )
=0+2+2+2+2=8
(ii) n = 2, l = 1, ml = −1, ms = −1 ∕ 2 represent 2p orbital with one electron.

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Question167
The limiting line in Balmer series will have a frequency of
(Rydberg constant, R∞ = 3.29 × 1015 cycles/s)
[Online May 7,2012]
Options:

A. 8.22 × 1014s−1

B. 3.29 × 1015s−1

C. 3.65 × 1014s−1
D. 5.26 × 1013s−1

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
v=R
( 1 − 1 H
n12 n22
z
)
v = 3.29 × 1015 ( 21 − ∞1 )
2 2

= 8.22 × 1014s− 1

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Question168
If the radius of first orbit of H atom is a0, the de-Broglie wavelength
of an electron in the third orbit is
[Online May 12, 2012]
Options:

A. 4πa0

B. 8πa0

C. 6πa0

D. 2πa0

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
rn = a0n2
r = a0 × (3)2 = 9a0
nh ; nh = 3h = h
mvr = mv =
2π 2πr 2π × 9a0 6πa0
h n
λ= = × 6πa0 = 6πa0
mv h

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Question169
If the kinetic energy of an electron is increased four times, the
wavelength of the de-Broglie wave associated with it would become
[Online May 19, 2012]
Options:

A. one fourth

B. half

C. four times

D. two times

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
de − Broglie wavelength is given by:
h
λ = . . . (i)
mv
1
K . E . = mv2
2
2K ⋅ E
v2 =
m
v = √ 2K ⋅ E
m
Substituting this in equation (i)
λ= h
m √ m
2K ⋅ E

λ=h √ 1
2m(K ⋅ E )
1
i.e. λ ∝
√K ⋅ E
∴ when K E become 4 times wavelength become 1 ∕ 2.

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Question170
The electrons identified by quantum numbers n and ℓ :
(A) n = 4, l = 1
(B) n = 4, l = 0
(C) n = 3, l = 2
(D) n = 3, l = 1
can be placed in order of increasing energy as:
[2012]
Options:

A. (C) < (D) < (B) < (A)

B. (D) < (B) < (C) < (A)

C. (B) < (D) < (A) < (C)

D. (A) < (C) < (B) < (D)

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
(A)4p (B) 4s
(C) 3d (D) 3p Accroding to Bohr Bury's (n + l ) rule, increasing order of energy (D) < (B) < (C) < (A).
Note: If the two orbitals have same value of (n + l ) then the orbital with lower value of n will be filled
first.

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Question171
The increasing order of the ionic radii of the given iscelectronic
species is :
[2012]
Options:

A. Cl , Ca2+, K +, S2

B. S2, Cl −, Ca2+, K +

C. Ca2+, K +, Cl −, S2

D. K +, S2, Ca2+, Cl −

Answer: C
Solution:

Solution:
Among isoelectronic species ionic radii increases as the negatives charge increases.
Order of ionic radii Ca2+ < K + < Cl − < S2−
The number of electrons remains the same but nuclear charge increases with increase in the
atomic number causing decrease in size.

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Question172
The following sets of quantum numbers represent four electrons in
an atom.
(i) n = 4, l = 1
(ii) n = 4, l = 0
(iii) n = 3, l = 2
(iv) n = 3, l = 1
The sequence representing increasing order of energy, is
[Online May 26, 2012]
Options:

A. (iii) < (i) < (iv) < (ii)

B. ( iv < (ii) < (iii) < (i)

C. (i) < (iii) < (ii) < (iv)

D. (ii) < (iv) < (i) < (iii)

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
(i) 4p (ii) 4s
(iii) 3d (iv) 3p
According to Bohr Bury's (n + l ) rule, increasing order of energy will be (iv) <(ii) < (iii) < (i).
Note: If the two orbitals have same value of (n + l ) then the orbital with lower value of n will be filled
first.

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Question173
The frequency of light emitted for the transition n = 4 to n = 2 of the
H e+ is equal to the transition in H atom corresponding to which of
the following ?
[2011RS]
Options:

A. n = 2 to n = 1

B. n = 3 to n = 2

C. n = 4 to n = 3

D. n = 3 to n = 1

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
For H e+,
v = RZ 2 ( 21 − 41 ) H z
2 2

For H,
v=R
( n1 − n1 ) H z
1
2
2
2

For same frequency,

(
Z 2 12 − 12 =
2 4
1 − 1
) (
n12 n22 )
Since, Z = 2
∴ 12 − 12 = 12 − 12
n1 n2 1 2
∴n1 = 1 & n2 = 2

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Question174
The energy required to break one mole of Cl − Cl bonds in Cl 2 is
242kJ mol −1 . The longest wavelength of light capable of breaking a
single Cl − Cl bond is
( c = 3 × 108ms−1 and N A = 6.02 × 1023mol −1 )
[2010]
Options:

A. 594nm

B. 640nm

C. 700nm

D. 494nm

Answer: D

Solution:

Solution:
Energyrequired to break single Cl − Cl bond
242 × 103
= = hc
6.023 × 10 23 λ
6.626 × 10−34 × 3 × 108
=
λ
34 8 23
6.626 × 10− × 3 × 10 × 6.023 × 10
∴λ =
242 × 103
= 0.4947 × 10−6m = 494.7nm

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Question175
Ionisation energy of H e+ is 19.6 × 10−18J atom −1. The energy of the
first stationary state (n = 1) of Li2+ is
[2010]
Options:

A. 4.41 × 10−16J atom −1

B. −4.41 × 10−17J atom −1

C. −2.2 × 10−15J atom −1

17 1
D. 8.82 × 10− J atom −
Answer: B

Solution:
Solution:
Z2
I. E = 2 × 13.6eV
n
I Z 2 n2
or 1 = 12 × 2 2
I2 n Z
1 2
Given I 1 = −19.6 × 10−18J ∕ atom, Z 1 = 2,
n1 = 1, Z 2 = 3 and n2 = 1
Substituting these values in equation (ii).
× 10− 18 4 1
− 19.6 = ×
I2 1 9
−18 9
or I 2 = −19.6 × 10 ×
4
−17
= −4.41 × 10 J ∕ atom

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Question176
Calculate the wavelength (in nanometer) associated with a proton
−1 −27
moving at 1.0 × 103ms ⋅ (Mass of proton = 1.67 ×10 kg and
h = 6.63 × 10−34J s )
[2009]
Options:

A. 0.40nm

B. 2.5nm

C. 14.0nm

D. 0.32nm

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
6.63 × 10−34
λ = h =
mv 1.67 × 10−27 × 1 × 103
= 3.97 × 10−10m = 0.397nm.
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Question177
In an atom, an electron is moving with a speed of 600m ∕ s with an
accuracy of 0.005%. Certainity with which the position of the
electron can be located is ( h = 6.6 × 10−34 kgm2s−1, mass of electron,
−31
em = 9.1 × 10 kg ):
[2009]
Options:

A. 5.10 × 10−3m

B. 1.92 × 10−3m

C. 3.84 × 10−3m

D. 1.52 × 10−4m

Answer: B

Solution:
Solution:
According to Heisenberg uncertainty principle.
∆xm ∆ v = h ; ∆x = h
4π 4πm ∆ v
600 × 0.005
Here ∆v = = 0.03m ∕ s
100
So,
6.6 × 10−34
∆x =
4 × 3.14 × 9.1 × 10−31 × 0.03
= 1.92 × 10− 3m

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Question178
The ionization enthalpy of hydrogen atom is 1.312 × 106J mol − 1 .
The energy required to excite the electron in the atom from n = 1 to
n = 2 is
[2008]
Options:

A. 8.51 × 105J mol −1

B. 6.56 × 105J mol −1

C. 7.56 × 105J mol −1

D. 9.84 × 105J mol −1

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
(∆E ), The energy required to excite an electron in an atom of hydrogen from n = 1 to n = 2 is ∆E
(difference in energy E 2 and E 1 )
Values of E 2 and E 1 are,
−1.312 × 106 × (1)2
E2= 2
= −3.28 × 105J mol − 1
(2)
∆E is given by the relation,
E 1 = − 1.312 × 106J mol − 1
∴∆E = E 2 − E 1 = [−3.28 × 105] − [−1.312 × 106]J mol −1
= (−3.28 × 105 + 1.312 × 106)J mol −1
= 9.84 × 105J mol −1

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Question179
Which one of the following constitutes a group of the isoelectronic
species?
[2008]
Options:

A. C22−, O2−, CO, N O

B. N O+, C22−, CN −, N 2

C. CN −, N 2, O22−, C22−

D. N 2, O2−, N O+, CO
Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
Species having same number of electrons are isoelectronic. On calculating the number of electrons
in each species given here, we get.
CN −(6 + 7 + l = 14); N 2(7 + 7 = 14)
O22−(8 + 8 + 2 = 18); C22(6 + 6 + 2 = 14)
O2−(8 + 8 + 1 = 17); N O+(7 + 8 − 1 = 14)
CO(6 + 8 = 14); N O(7 + 8 = 15)
From the above calculation we find that all the species listed in choice (b) have 14 electrons each
so it is the correct answer.

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Question180
Which of the following sets of quantum numbers represents the
highest energy of an atom?
[2007]
Options:

A. n = 3, l = 0, m = 0, s = + 1
2

B. n = 3, l = 1, m = 1, s = + 1
2

C. n = 3, l = 2, m = 1, s = + 1
2

D. n = 4, l = 0, m = 0, s = + 1 .
2

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
(a) n = 3, l = 0 means 3s -orbital and n + l = 3
(b) n = 3, l = 1 means 3p -orbital n + l = 4
(c) n = 3, l = 2 means 3d -orbital n + l = 5
(d) n = 4, l = 0 means 4s -orbital n + l = 4
Increasing order of energy among these orbitals is
3s < 3p < 4s < 3d
∴3d has highest energy.
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Question181
According to Bohr's theory, the angular momentum of an electron in
5 th orbit is
[2006]
Options:

A. 10h ∕ π

B. 2.5h ∕ π

C. 25h ∕ π

D. 1.0h ∕ π

Answer: B

Solution:
Solution:
nh
Angular momentum of an electron in n th orbital is given by, mvr =
2π
For n = 5, we have
5h = 2.5h
Angular momentum of electron =
2π π

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Question182
Uncertainty in the position of an electron (mass = 9.1 × 10−31kg )
moving with a velocity 300ms−1, accurate upto 0.001% will be
(h = 6.63 × 10−34J s)
[2006]
Options:
2
A. 1.92 × 10− m

B. 3.84 × 10−2m
C. 19.2 × 10−2m

D. 5.76 × 10−2m

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
Given m = 9.1 × 10−31kg
h = 6.6 × 10−34J s
∆v = 300 × .001 = 0.003ms−1
100
From Heisenberg's uncertainity principle
6.62 × 10−34
∆x =
4 × 3.14 × 0.003 × 9.1 × 10−31
= 1.92 × 10−2m

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Question183
Which one of the following sets of ions represents a collection of
isoelectronic species?
[2006]
Options:

A. N 3−, O2−, F −, S2

B. Li+, N a+, M g2+, Ca2+

C. K +, Cl −, Ca2+, Sc3+

D. Ba2+, Sr2+, K +, Ca2+

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
(a) N 3− = 7 + 3 = 10e−, O2− ⟶ 8 + 2 = 10c−
F − = 9 + 1 = 10c−, S2− ⟶ 16 + 2 = 18e−
(not isoelectronic)
(b) Li+ = 3 − 1 = 2e, N a+ = 11 − 1 = 10e−
M g2+ = 12 − 2 = 10e−
Ca2+ = 20 − 2 = 18c−
(not isoelectronic)
(c) K + = 19 − 1 = 18e−, Cl − = 17 + 1 = 18e−
Ca2+ = 20 − 2 = 18e−, Sc3+ = 21 − 3 = 18e−
(isoelectronic)
(d) Ba2+ = 56 − 2 = 54e−, Sr2+ = 38 − 2 = 36e−
K + = 19 − l = 18e−, Ca2 + = 20 − 2 = 18e−
(not isoelectronic)

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Question184
Of the following sets which one does NOT contain isoelectronic
species?
[2005]
Options:

A. BO33−, CO32−, N O3−

B. SO32−, CO32−, N O3−

− 2
C. CN , N 2, C2 −

D. PO43−, SO42−, Cl O4−

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:

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Question185
In a multi-electron atom, which of the following orbitals described
by the three quantum members will have the same energy in the
absence of magnetic and electric fields?
(A) n = 1, l = 0, m = 0
(B) n = 2, l = 0, m = 0
(C) n = 2, l = 1, m = 1
(D) n = 3, l = 2, m = 1
(E) n = 3, l = 2, m = 0
[2005]
Options:

A. (D) and (E)

B. (C) and (D)

C. (B) and (C)

D. (A) and (B)

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
The energy of an orbital is given by (n + l ) rule. (n + l ) value for option (E) and (D) is (3 + 2) = 5
hence they will have same energy, since their n values are also same.

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Question186
The wavelength of the radiation emitted, when in a hydrogen atom
electron falls from infinity to stationary state 1, would be (Rydberg
constant = 1.097 × 107m−1 )
[2004]
Options:

A. 406nm

B. 192nm

C. 91nm

D. 9.1 × 10−8nm

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
1=
λ
R
( 1 − 1
n12 n22 )
( )
1 = 1.097 × 107 1 − 1 = 1.097 × 107
λ 1 ∞
−9
λ = 91.15 × 10 m ≈ 91nm

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Question187
Which of the following sets of quantum numbers is correct for an
electron in 4f orbital ?
[2004]
Options:

A. n = 4, l = 3, m = +1, s = +1 ∕ 2

B. n = 4, l = 4, m = −4, s = −1 ∕ 2

C. n = 4, l = 3, m = +4, s = +1 ∕ 2

D. n = 3, l = 2, m = −2, s = +1 ∕ 2

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
The possible quantum numbers for 4f electron are
1
n = 4, l = 3, m = −3, −2 − 1, 0, 1, 2, 3 and s = ± Of various possiblities only option (a) is possible.
2

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Question188
Consider the ground state of Cr atom (X = 24). The number of
electrons with the azimuthal quantum numbers, l = 1 and 2 are,
respectively
[2004]
Options:

A. 16 and 4
B. 12 and 5

C. 12 and 4

D. 16 and 5

Answer: B

Solution:

Solution:
Electronic configuration of Cr atom (Z = 24)
= 1s22s22p63s23p63d 54s1
when l = 1, p -subshell,
Numbers of electrons = 12
when l = 2, d -subshell,
Numbers of electrons = 5

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Question189
Which one of the following sets of ions represents the collection of
isoelectronic species?
(Atomic nos. :
F = 9, Cl = 17, N a = 11, M g = 12, Al = 13, K = 19, Ca = 20, Sc = 21 )
[2004]
Options:
+ − 2 3
A. K , Cl , M g +, Sc +

B. N a+, Ca2+, Sc3+, F −

C. K +, Ca2+, Sc3+, Cl

D. N a+, M g2+, Al 3+, Cl

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
+ 2+ 3+
19K , 20Ca , 21Sc , 17
Cl
each contains 18 electrons.
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Question190
The orbital angular momentum for an electron revolving in an orbit
h
is given by √l (l + 1) ⋅ 2π . This momentum for an s -electron will be
given by
[2003]
Options:

A. zero

B. h
2π

C. √2 ⋅ h
2π

D. + 1 ⋅ h
2 2π

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
For s -electron, l = 0
∴ Orbital angular momentum
= √0(0 + 1) h = 0
2π

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Question191
In Bohr series of lines of hydrogen spectrum, the third line from the
red end corresponds to which one of the following inter-orbit jumps
of the electron for Bohr orbits in an atom of hydrogen
[2003]
Options:

A. 5 → 2

B. 4 → 1
C. 2 → 5

D. 3 → 2

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
The lines falling in the visible region comprise Balmer series. Hence the third line from red would
be n1 = 2, n2 = 5 i.e. 5 → 2

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Question192
The de Broglie wavelength of a tennis ball of mass 60g moving with
a velocity of 10 metres per second is approximately
Planck's constant, h = 6.63 × 10−34J s
[2003]
Options:
31
A. 10− metres

B. 10−16 metres

C. 10−25 metres

D. 10−33 metres

Answer: D

Solution:
Solution:
6.63 × 10−34
λ = h =
mv 60 × 10−3 × 10
= 1.105 × 10−33 ≈ 10−33m

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Question193
The number of d -electrons retained in F e2+ (At. no. of Fe=26) ion is
[2003]
Options:

A. 4

B. 5

C. 6

D. 3

Answer: C

Solution:
Solution:
F e+ +(26 − 2 = 24) = 1s22s22p63s23p64s03d 6 hence no. of d electrons retained is 6 .
[Two 4s electron are removed]

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Question194
Which one of the following groupings represents a collection of
isoelectronic species?(At. nos. : Cs : 55, Br : 35 )
[2003]
Options:

A. N 3−, F −, N a+

B. Be, Al 3+, Cl −

C. Ca2+, Cs+, Br

D. N a+, Ca2+, M g2+

Answer: A

Solution:
Solution:
N 3−, F − and N a+ contain 10 electrons each.
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Question195
In a hydrogen atom, if energy of an electron in ground state is
13.6 . eV , then that in the 2 nd excited state is
[2002]
Options:

A. 1.51eV

B. 3.4eV

C. 6.04eV

D. 13.6eV .

Answer: A

Solution:

Solution:
2 nd excited state will be the 3 rd energy level
E n = 13.6 eV
n2
13.6
or E 3 = eV = 1.51eV .
9

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Question196
Uncertainty in position of a minute particle of mass 25g in space is
10−5m. What is the uncertainty in its velocity (in
ms−1 )?(h = 6.6 × 10−34J s)
[2002]
Options:

A. 2.1 × 10−34

B. 0.5 × 10−34
C. 2.1 × 10−28

D. 0.5 × 10−23.

Answer: C

Solution:

Solution:
∆x⋅ ∆ p = h ; or ∆ x, m, ∆v = h
4π 4π
−34
6.62 × 10 −28 −1
∴∆v = −5
= 2.1 × 10 ms
4 × 3.14 × 0.025 × 10

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