Explore topic-wise MCQs in Physics.

This section includes 10 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Physics knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

A neutron can cause fission in which of the following?

A. Hydrogen
B. Uranium-235
C. Thorium
D. Uranium-238
Answer» C. Thorium
2.

The operation of a nuclear reactor is said to be critical if the multiplication factor (k) has a value of what?

A. 1
B. 0
C. 1.5
D. 2.1
Answer» B. 0
3.

In nuclear reactors, what are the controlling rods made of?

A. Cadmium
B. Graphite
C. Stainless steel
D. Plutonium
Answer» B. Graphite
4.

Which of the following is used as a moderator in a nuclear reactor?

A. Cadmium
B. Plutonium
C. Uranium
D. Heavy water
Answer» E.
5.

Solar energy is mainly caused due to fission of uranium present in the sun.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
6.

Nuclear fission is possible in which of the following cases?

A. Only between light nuclei
B. Only between heavy nuclei
C. Between both light and heavy nuclei
D. Only between nuclei, which are stable against decay
Answer» B. Only between heavy nuclei
7.

In a nuclear reaction, there is the conservation of which of the following?

A. Mass only
B. Energy only
C. Momentum only
D. Mass, energy, and momentum
Answer» E.
8.

What amount of energy is released by deuterium and tritium fusion?

A. 60.6 eV
B. 12.6 eV
C. 17.6 eV
D. 28.33 eV
Answer» D. 28.33 eV
9.

What is the reaction responsible for the production of light energy from the sun?

A. Fusion
B. Fission
C. Nuclear
D. Emission
Answer» B. Fission
10.

Which of the following is an essential requirement for initiating the fusion reaction?

A. Critical mass
B. Thermal neutrons
C. High temperature
D. Critical temperature
Answer» D. Critical temperature