onsolidated Unique Questions by Module with Repetition Count
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(BT-201 Engineering Physics)
( Counts in parentheses indicate approximate number of times a very similar question
appeared across the 6 papers.)
Module 1: Wave nature of particles and the Schrödinger equation
● tate and prove (Elementary proof) Heisenberg's uncertainty principle (in detail). (5)
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● Derive time dependent and time independent Schrödinger wave equation. (4)
● Discuss the energy and momentum operator. (3)
● Deduce the energy Eigen values and wave function of a particle moving in one
dimensional box (for one dimensional motion of a particle in a box Ψn=Asin(nπx/L)).
(4)
● Define wave function and state its properties / Discuss the physical significance of
wave function. (3)
● Define phase velocity and group velocity / Deduce the relation between phase and
group velocities / Establish the relation between Vpand Vg. (3)
● Explain Dual nature of light / Dual nature of matter. (2)
● Discuss about the free particle wave function and wave packets. (2)
Module 2: Wave optics
● H ow are Newton's rings formed? Deduce the expression for diameter of dark and
bright fringes. (4)
● In Newton's Ring method, calculate the wavelength of light given diameters of rings
and radius of curvature. (Numerical problem type). (2)
● Explain the working principle of Mach-Zehnder interferometer with suitable ray
diagram. (3)
● Explain Michelson's Interferometer experiment on the basis of labelled diagram and
types of fringes / Discuss the construction and working of Michelson interferometer.
(3)
● Explain Rayleigh's criterion of resolution. Derive an expression for resolving power of
a grating. (2)
● Explain about the diffraction grating. (Numerical problem type on diffraction grating,
e.g., finding wavelength or minimum lines for resolution). (3)
● What is interference of light? Describe young's experiment and derive expression of
fringe width / Discuss the Young's double slit experiment on the basis of labelled
diagram, formula used and significance. (3)
● What is superposition of waves? Explain constructive and destructive interferences.
(2)
● Differentiate between division of amplitude and division of wavefront. (2)
● Define path difference and phase difference. (1)
● Derive the expression for intensity due to diffraction at a single slit / Explain the
Fraunhofer diffraction due to single slit with necessary analysis. (2)
Module 3: Introduction to Solids
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raw and explain the V-I characteristic curve of P-N junction diode. Differentiate
between Avalanche and Zener breakdown. (3)
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● hat is Zener diode? Discuss its I-V characteristics. (2)
● Deduce an expression for Hall coefficient and Hall voltage / Explain Hall effect.
Derive expression for Hall coefficient and Hall angle. (4)
● Explain the variation of Fermi level in N-type semiconductor (or generally
semiconductors) with concentration and temperature. (3)
● Explain Kronig Penney model for periodic potential. Write down the Schrodinger
equation and discuss conclusions of this model. (2)
● Explain the construction and working of solar cell with neat diagrams. (3)
● State and prove Bloch Theorem. (2)
● Write short notes on 'Density of state'. (1)
● Discuss the free electron theory of metals. (1)
● Write short notes on Intrinsic and Extrinsic semiconductor through Fermi level. (1)
Module 4: Lasers
● xplain the construction and working of He-Ne laser with labelled diagram. (3)
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● Explain the construction and working of Ruby laser with neat diagram. (2)
● Explain construction and working of CO2 laser with suitable energy level diagram. (1)
● What is the working principle of an optical fiber? How light propagates through it?
Define terms: Numerical aperture, Population inversion, V-number. (2)
● Deduce the expression for acceptance angle of an optical fiber. Calculate the
numerical aperture and acceptance angle for an optical fiber given refractive indices.
(Numerical problem type). (4)
● Explain the numerical aperture of an optical fiber. (1)
● Discuss the properties of Laser light / What is LASER? Discuss the properties of
LASER light. (4)
● Explain population inversion. (2)
● Derive the relationship between Einstein A and B coefficients. (1)
● Write down the applications of LASER in engineering and medicine. (3)
● Write down the importance of total internal reflection in optical fiber. (2)
● Write down the difference between spontaneous and stimulated emission. (1)
● Write short notes on V-number. (2)
● Find the intensity of laser beam given power and diameter. (Numerical problem type).
(1)
Module 5: Electromagnetism in Vacuum
● S tate and prove equation of continuity. Explain its significance / Starting from the
principle of charge conservation, derive the continuity equation for current densities
in a conducting medium. (4)
● State and prove Stoke's Theorem. (3)
● State and prove Gauss theorem. (3)
● Derive Maxwell equations in vacuum and non-conducting medium. (2)
● Explain the electrostatic potential for a charge distribution / Derive the electric field
and electrostatic potential for a charge distribution. (2)
● Define gradient of a scalar field, divergence of a vector field, (and Curl implicitly as a
related operator). (3)
● Define the electric field intensity. Find out the expression for electric intensity due to
infinite line charge. (1)
● Write a note on different types of polarizations in dielectric materials. (1)
● Write short notes on Poynting vector. (1)
