Explore topic-wise MCQs in UPSEE.

This section includes 11 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your UPSEE knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

In which medium sound travels faster?
A. Solid
B. Liquid
C. Gas
D. Water vapour
Answer» B. Liquid
Discussion
2.

Which of the following is also known as pressure waves?
A. Transverse waves
B. Longitudinal waves
C. Mechanical waves
D. Stationary waves
Answer» C. Mechanical waves
Discussion
3.

What is the most fundamental property of wave?
A. Temperature
B. Pressure
C. Frequency
D. Wavelength
Answer» D. Wavelength
Discussion
4.

A wave transmits momentum. Can’t it transfer angular momentum?
A. Yes
B. No
Answer» C.
Discussion
5.

What kind of wave is formed in organ pipes?
A. Transverse stationary waves
B. Electromagnetic waves
C. Mechanical waves
D. Longitudinal stationary waves
Answer» E.
Discussion
6.

Sound travels through a gas under which of the following condition?
A. Isothermal condition
B. Non-isothermal condition
C. Adiabatic condition
D. Transverse condition
Answer» D. Transverse condition
Discussion
7.

Which of the following waves can be transmitted through solids, liquids and gases?
A. Transverse waves
B. Electromagnetic waves
C. Mechanical waves
D. Longitudinal waves
Answer» E.
Discussion
8.

 Transverse waves can be formed in fluids.
A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion
9.

What are the essential properties a medium must possess for the propagation of mechanical waves?
A. Stable pressure
B. Maximum friction
C. Constant temperature
D. Minimum friction
Answer» E.
Discussion
10.

Mechanical waves are called elastic waves.
A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
11.

When a pebble is dropped into a pond of still water, what happens?
A. Particles move
B. Waves move
C. The pebble moves
D. Water moves
Answer» C. The pebble moves
Discussion