1.

(a) Derive an expression for the electric field E due to a dipole of length ‘2a’ at a point distant r from
the Centre of the dipole on the axial line.
(b) Draw a graph of E versus r for r >> a.
2. Derive an expression for the electric field intensity at a point on the equatorial line of an electric
dipole of dipole moment ⃑
p and length 2a. What is the direction of this field?
3. (i) An electric dipole is held in a uniform electric field. Using suitable diagram show that it does not
undergo any translatory motion. Derive the expression for the torque acting on it.
(ii) What would happen if the field in non-uniform?
(iii) What would happen if the external electric field is increasing
(a) parallel to ⃑ ⃑
p and (b) anti-parallel to p ?
4. (i) Derive the expression for the potential energy of an electric dipole of dipole moment placed in a
uniform electric field.
(ii) Find out the orientation of the dipole when it is in
(a) stable equilibrium (b) unstable equilibrium.
5. Using Gauss’s law, deduce the expression for the electric field due to uniformly charged spherical
conducting shell of radius at a point (i)
outside and (ii) inside the shell.
Plot a graph showing variation of electric field as a function of r > R and r< R.
⃑ ⃑
6. Show that the current density j is related to the applied electric field E by the relation
⃑ =σ ⃑
j E
Where σ defines the conductivity of the material.
7. Derive an expression for drift velocity of free electrons in a conductor in terms of relaxation time of
electrons.
8. State Kirchhoff’s rules in electrostatics and explain on what basis they are justified?
9. State Faraday’s laws of electromagnetic induction.
10. In what way is the behaviour of a diamagnetic material different from that of a paramagnetic, when
kept in an external magnetic field
11. Derive the expression for the self-inductance of a long solenoid of cross-sectional area, length, and
having turns per unit length.
12. Electromagnetic waves with wavelengths-
(i) λ1 are used to treat muscular strain
(ii) λ2 are used by a F.M. radio station for broadcasting
(iii) λ3 are used to detect fractures in bones
(iv) λ4 are absorbed by ozone layer of the atmosphere
Identify the name and part of electromagnetic spectrum to which these radiations
belong. Arrange these wavelengths in order of magnitude.
13. Where on the surface of Earth is the vertical component of Earth’ s magnetic field zero?
14. In a series circuit and power factor of the circuit is P 1. When capacitor with capacitance such that
XL=XC is put in series, the power factor becomes P 2. Calculate P1/P2
15. Using Ampere’s circuital law, obtain an expression for the magnetic field due to a long solenoid at a
point inside The Solenoid on its axis.
16. Derive an expression for the torque acting on a rectangular current carrying loop kept in a uniform
magnetic field B.
 (i) Indicate the direction of torque acting on the loop.
(ii) If the loop is free to rotate, what would be its orientation in stable equilibrium?
17. A particle of charge ‘q ’ and mass ‘m ’ is moving with velocity ⃑v . It is subjected to a uniform magnetic
⃑
field B directed perpendicular to its velocity. Show that it describes a circular path. Obtain the
expression for its radius and show that frequency of revolution is independent of velocity.
18. Derive an expression for the torque acting on a rectangular current carrying loop kept in a uniform
magnetic field B.
(i) Indicate the direction of torque acting on the loop.
(ii) If the loop is free to rotate, what would be its orientation in stable equilibrium?
19. Two identical circular loops and of radius and carrying the same current are kept in perpendicular
planes such that they have a common centre at as shown in the figure. Find the magnitude and
direction of the net magnetic field at the point due to the loops.

20. (i) Explain the term capacitive reactance. Write its S.I. unit.
(ii) Show graphically the variation of capacitive reactance with frequency of the applied
alternating voltage.