Three particles of masses and are placed at the vertices of an equilateral triangle of side (as shown in the figure). The coordinates of the centre of mass will be :
1
2
3
4
Official Solution
Correct Option: (3)
The co-ordinates of the centre of mass Co- ordinate
02
PYQ 2020
easy
physicsID: jee-main
The coordinates of centre of mass of a uniform flag shaped lamina (thin flat plate) of mass . (The coordinates of the same are shown in figure) are :
1
(1.2 5m, 1.50 m )
2
(0.75 m, 0.75 m)
3
(0.75 m, 1.75 m)
4
(1 m, 1.75 m)
Official Solution
Correct Option: (3)
Mass of plate-1 is assumed to be concentratedat Mass of plate-2 is assumed to be concentratedat
03
PYQ 2022
medium
physicsID: jee-main
A particle of mass 500 gm is moving in a straight line with velocity v = bx5/2. The work done by the net force during its displacement from x = 0 to x = 4 m is : (Take b = 0.25 m–3/2s–1).
1
2 J
2
4 J
3
8 J
4
16 J
Official Solution
Correct Option: (4)
The correct option is(D): 16 J.
Wtotal = ΔK
⇒ Wtotal = 16 J
04
PYQ 2022
hard
physicsID: jee-main
Two bodies of masses m1 = 5 kg and m2 = 3 kg are connected by a light string going over a smooth light pulley on a smooth inclined plane as shown in the figure. The system is at rest. The force exerted by the inclined plane on the body of mass m1 will be [Take g = 10 ms–2]
1
30 N
2
40 N
3
50 N
4
60 N
Official Solution
Correct Option: (2)
To find the force exerted by the inclined plane on the body of mass , we need to calculate the normal force since the system is at rest. First, let's identify the forces acting on :
Gravitational force ( ) acting vertically downward.
Normal force ( ) acting perpendicular to the inclined plane.
Since the system is at rest, the net force along the plane and perpendicular to the plane must be zero. Therefore, we need to resolve the gravitational force into two components:
Parallel to the plane:
Perpendicular to the plane:
Because the system is at rest, the parallel component of the gravitational force is balanced by tension in the string, and the normal force balances the perpendicular component of the gravitational force.
Thus, the normal force is given by:
Substitute the given values and . However, we still need the angle .
Since no angle is given directly, and it's a typical balanced problem where for balance (at rest), we can infer:
Hence the correct answer is 40 N.
05
PYQ 2022
medium
physicsID: jee-main
A wire of length L is hanging from a fixed support. The length changes to L1 and L2 when masses 1 kg and 2 kg are suspended, respectively, from its free end. Then the value of L is equal to
1
2
3
2L1 – L2
4
3L1 – 2L2
Official Solution
Correct Option: (3)
The correct option is(C): 2L1 – L2
and
⇒ L = 2L1 – L2
06
PYQ 2022
easy
physicsID: jee-main
A body of mass 0.5 kg travels on straight line path with velocity v = (3x2 + 4) m/s. The network done by the force during its displacement from x = 0 to x = 2 m is
1
64 J
2
60 J
3
120 J
4
128 J
Official Solution
Correct Option: (2)
v = 3x2 + 4 at x = 0, v1 = 4 m/s x = 2, v2 = 16 m/s ⇒Work done = △ kinetic energy W= m (v22-v12) W= × (162-42) W= ×(256-16) W= =60J
07
PYQ 2022
medium
physicsID: jee-main
A block of mass 10 kg starts sliding on a surface with an initial velocity of 9.8 ms–1. The coefficient of friction between the surface and block is 0.5. The distance covered by the block before coming to rest is[use g = 9.8 ms–2]
1
4.9 m
2
9.8 m
3
12.5 m
4
19.6 m
Official Solution
Correct Option: (2)
s= =
= 9.8 m The correct option is (B) : 9.8 m
08
PYQ 2022
medium
physicsID: jee-main
Moment of Inertia (M.I.) of four bodies having same mass ‘M‘ and radius ‘2R‘ are as follows:
I1 = M.I. of solid sphere about its diameter
I2 = M.I. of solid cylinder about its axis
I3 = M.I. of solid circular disc about its diameter.
I4 = M.I. of thin circular ring about its diameter
If 2(I2 + I3) + I4 = x⋅ I1 then the value of x will be ______.
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
⇒ x = 5
09
PYQ 2022
medium
physicsID: jee-main
A spherical shell of 1 kg mass and radius R is rolling with angular speed ω on horizontal plane (as shown in figure). The magnitude of angular momentum of the shell about the origin O is . The value of a will be
1
2
2
3
3
5
4
4
Official Solution
Correct Option: (3)
The correct option is(C): 5.
⇒ a = 5
10
PYQ 2022
medium
physicsID: jee-main
A thin circular ring of mass M and radius R is rotating with a constant angular velocity 2 rad s–1 in a horizontal plane about an axis vertical to its plane and passing through the center of the ring. If two objects each of mass m be attached gently to the opposite ends of a diameter of ring, the ring will then rotate with an angular velocity (in rad s–1)
1
2
3
4
Official Solution
Correct Option: (3)
So,the correct option is C:
11
PYQ 2022
medium
physicsID: jee-main
Read the following statements: (A) Volume of the nucleus is directly proportional to the mass number. (B) Volume of the nucleus is independent of mass number. (C) Density of the nucleus is directly proportional to the mass number. (D) Density of the nucleus is directly proportional to the cube root of the mass number. (E) Density of the nucleus is independent of the mass number. Choose the correct option from the following options
1
(A) and (D) only
2
(A) and (E) only
3
(B) and (E) only
4
(A) and (C) only
Official Solution
Correct Option: (2)
To solve this question, we need to analyze each given statement based on our understanding of nuclear physics.
Understanding Statement (A): "Volume of the nucleus is directly proportional to the mass number."
The volume of a nucleus is proportional to , the mass number, because the nuclear radius is given by , where is a constant. Thus, volume is proportional to . Hence, this statement is correct.
Understanding Statement (B): "Volume of the nucleus is independent of mass number."
As explained above, volume is proportional to the mass number . Therefore, this statement is incorrect.
Understanding Statement (C): "Density of the nucleus is directly proportional to the mass number."
Density of a nucleus is defined as mass divided by volume. Since the volume is proportional to the mass number and the nuclear matter density is approximately constant, the density is actually independent of the mass number. Therefore, this statement is incorrect.
Understanding Statement (D): "Density of the nucleus is directly proportional to the cube root of the mass number."
As previously stated, the density of the nucleus does not depend on the mass number, making this statement incorrect.
Understanding Statement (E): "Density of the nucleus is independent of the mass number."
The density of a nucleus is generally recognized as approximately constant (around ) for all nuclei since volume and mass number scale proportionally. Hence, this statement is correct.
By evaluating all statements, we conclude that the correct option is (A) and (E) only. Thus, the correct answer is (A) and (E) only.
12
PYQ 2022
medium
physicsID: jee-main
Two blocks of masses 10 kg and 30 kg are placed on the same straight line with coordinates(0, 0) cm and (x, 0) cm respectively. The block of 10 kg is moved on the same line through a distance of 6 cm towards the other block. The distance through which the block of 30 kg must be moved to keep the position of Centre of mass of the system unchanged is
1
4 cm towards the 10 kg block
2
2 cm away from the 10 kg block
3
2 cm towards the 10 kg block
4
4 cm away from the 10 kg block
Official Solution
Correct Option: (3)
For COM to remain unchanged,
towards block.
Therefore, the correct option is (C): towards the block
13
PYQ 2022
easy
physicsID: jee-main
Choose the correct answer.
1. A torque meter is calibrated to reference standards of mass, length and time each with 5% accuracy. After calibration, the measured torque with this torque meter will have net accuracy of
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
14
PYQ 2022
hard
physicsID: jee-main
A block of mass 200 g is kept stationary on a smooth inclined plane by applying a minimum horizontal force as shown in figure.
The value of x = ______.
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
15
PYQ 2022
medium
physicsID: jee-main
A block of mass ‘m’ (as shown in figure) moving with kinetic energy E compresses a spring through a distance 25 cm when its speed is halved. The value of spring constant of used spring will be nE Nm–1 for n = _______.
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
To determine the spring constant , we need to analyze the energy transformations involved. Initially, the kinetic energy of the block is . When the speed of the block is halved, its kinetic energy becomes . Thus, the kinetic energy lost is .
The lost kinetic energy is converted into potential energy stored in the spring:
Given , substituting we have:
Calculating the value:
Thus, which falls within the specified range of 24,24, confirming the calculated spring constant is accurate.
16
PYQ 2022
hard
physicsID: jee-main
A tube of length 50 cm is filled completely with an incompressible liquid of mass 250 g and closed at both ends. The tube is then rotated in horizontal plane about one of its ends with a uniform angular velocity x√F rad s−1. If F be the force exerted by the liquid at the other end then the value of x will be______.
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
The problem involves a rotating tube filled with liquid. We need to find the value of when the angular velocity is given as . Here's the solution: First, given the mass of the liquid, , and the length of the tube, . The tube is rotated in the horizontal plane, causing a centrifugal force. The centrifugal force at the far end when the tube is rotated with an angular velocity is given by:
Substituting the knowns:
Solving for :
Given range 4,4, the computed significantly falls within this bracket, verifying our computation correctness. Hence, the value of is approximately .
17
PYQ 2023
hard
physicsID: jee-main
As per the given figure, a small ball slides down the quadrant of a circle and hits the other ball of equal mass which is initially at rest Neglecting the effect of friction and assume the collision to be elastic, the velocity of ball after collision will be :
1
2
0
3
4
Official Solution
Correct Option: (4)
The velocities will be interchanged after collision.
Speed of P just before collision =2gh =2×10×0.2=2m/s
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PYQ 2023
medium
physicsID: jee-main
Three identical spheres each of mass are placed at the corners of a right angled triangle with mutually perpendicular sides equal to each Taking point of intersection of mutually perpendicular sides as origin, the magnitude of position vector of centre of mass of the system will be The value of is
The half-life of a radioactive substance is 30 min. The time for disintegration th part of its original mass will be:
1
T
2
2T
3
3T
4
8T
Official Solution
Correct Option: (3)
Step 1: Understanding the decay process. Radioactive decay follows the equation: Where is the initial number of nuclei, is the number of nuclei left after half-lives, and is the number of half-lives elapsed. If of the substance has disintegrated, then of the substance remains. This means the number of remaining radioactive nuclei is . Step 2: Finding the number of half-lives. Using the decay equation: Simplifying: So, 3 half-lives have elapsed. Step 3: Calculating the time. Since the half-life is , the time taken for the disintegration of of the substance is:
20
PYQ 2023
easy
physicsID: jee-main
A metal block of mass m is suspended from a rigid support through a metal wire of diameter 14 mm. The tensile stress developed in the wire under equilibrium state is 7× 105 Nm-2 . The value of mass m is ___ kg. (Take, g = 9.8 ms-2 and π = )
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
21
PYQ 2023
hard
physicsID: jee-main
Three force F1 = 10N, F2 = 8 N, F3 = 6N are acting on a particle of mass 5 kg. The forces F2 and F3 are applied perpendicular so that particle remains at rest. If the force F1 is removed, then the acceleration of the particle is
1
2 ms-2
2
7 ms-2
3
4.8 ms-2
4
0.5 ms-2
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
The correct option is(A): 2 ms-2
22
PYQ 2024
hard
physicsID: jee-main
Find the value of m if . All the surfaces are rough.
1
2.5kg
2
7.5kg
3
12.5kg
4
5kg
Official Solution
Correct Option: (2)
The Correct Option is (B):
23
PYQ 2024
medium
physicsID: jee-main
Three blocks A, B and C are pulled on a horizontal smooth surface by a force of 80 N as shown in figure The tensions T1 and T2 in the string are respectively:
1
40N, 64N
2
60N, 80N
3
88N, 96N
4
80N, 100N
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
Let’s analyze the forces acting on the blocks:
Calculate the Total Mass: The total mass of the system :
Calculate the Acceleration of the System: Using Newton’s second law :
Calculate the Tension in the String Connecting B and C: For block C (mass = 2 kg), using
Calculate the Tension in the String Connecting A and B: The force acting on block B (mass = 3 kg) includes both its weight and the tension :
Therefore, for block A (mass = 5 kg):
Calculate Final Tensions: Now, substituting for :
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PYQ 2024
medium
physicsID: jee-main
Two solid spheres each of mass 2 kg and radius 75 cm are arranged as shown. Find MOI of the system about the given axis.
1
2
3
4
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
The Correct Option is (A) :
25
PYQ 2026
medium
physicsID: jee-main
The position of center of mass of three masses 2 kg, 3 kg and 15 kg placed with respect to mid point ( ) of normal bisector, as shown in the figure is _________
1
2
3
(0,0)
4
(1.25, 0)
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
To find the center of mass of the given system, we first need to establish a coordinate system centered at point .
Step 1: Understand the geometry. The masses are placed at the vertices of an isosceles triangle with side lengths of 10 m and a vertex angle of where the 15 kg mass is located. The "normal bisector" of the base is the altitude of this triangle. Point is the midpoint of this altitude.
Step 2: Calculate the dimensions of the triangle. Let the altitude (from the vertex to the base) be . In the right triangle formed by the altitude and a side: The angle at the top is bisected, so it is . Altitude, m. Half-base width, m.
Step 3: Define coordinates relative to point . Since is the midpoint of the altitude m, the top vertex is at m on the y-axis and the base is at m on the y-axis. - Mass kg (left vertex): - Mass kg (right vertex): - Mass kg (top vertex):
Step 4: Use the Center of Mass formula. Total mass kg.
$ p (\frac{\sqrt{3}}{4}, 1.25)$. This corresponds to option 1.
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PYQ 2026
medium
physicsID: jee-main
A bomb at rest explodes into three pieces in the ratio of masses 2 : 2 : 3. The identical masses fly off perpendicular to each other with 18 m/s. Find speed of the third piece.
1
m/s
2
m/s
3
12 m/s
4
18 m/s
Official Solution
Correct Option: (1)
Step 1: Understanding the Question:
This is a classic explosion problem that is governed by the principle of conservation of linear momentum. Since the bomb is initially at rest, the total initial momentum is zero. Therefore, the vector sum of the final momenta of all fragments must also be zero. Step 2: Key Formula or Approach:
Conservation of Linear Momentum: .
For this problem, , where . Step 3: Detailed Explanation:
Let the common factor for the mass ratio be .
- Mass of the first piece, .
- Mass of the second piece, .
- Mass of the third piece, . The two identical masses ( and ) fly off perpendicular to each other. We can set up a coordinate system where their velocities are along the x and y axes.
- Velocity of the first piece, m/s.
- Velocity of the second piece, m/s. Now, calculate their momenta:
- .
- . Let the velocity of the third piece be . Its momentum is . Applying the conservation of momentum:
We can cancel from both sides:
The question asks for the speed, which is the magnitude of the velocity . Step 4: Final Answer:
The speed of the third piece is m/s.
