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Subject: Physics Chapter: 2 Time: 60 min

(Theory) Marks: 25
Standard: XII Students Name:
(CBSE)

Q.1 Choose the correct alternative and write the answer. (3)
Case study: Give answer for question 1 to 3
For the various charge systems, we represent
equipotential surfaces by curves and line of force by full
line curves. Between any two adjacent equipotential
surfaces, we assume a constant potential difference the
equipotential surfaces of a single point charge are
concentric spherical shells with their centers at the
point charge. As the lines of force point radially
outward, so they are perpendicular to the equipotential
surfaces at all points.
1 What is the nature of equipotential surface for a point charge?
2 In which situation spherical equipotential surface is not possible?
3 The work done to move a test charge on the equipotential surface is positive:
True or false.
Q.2 Choose the correct option. (4)
4 Dielectric constant for a metal is
(a) zero (b) infinite (c) 1 (d) 10
5 In a parallel plate capacitor, the capacity increases if
(a) area of the plate is decreased.
(b) distance between the plates increases.
(c) area of the plate is increased.
(d) dielectric constantly decreases
These questions consist of two statements, each printed as Assertion and
Reason. While answering these questions, you are required to choose any one
of the following four responses.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are correct and the Reason is a correct
explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not a correct
explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is correct, Reason is incorrect
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are correct.

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6 Assertion : The total charge stored in a capacitor is zero.
Reason : The field just outside the capacitor is σ/ε0 . (σ is the charge density).
7 Assertion : Two equipotential surfaces cannot cut each other.
Reason : Two equipotential surfaces are parallel to each other.
Q.2 Answer the following questions in one word. (3)
8 Write SI unit of Potential gradient.
9 Define capacitance of a conductor.
10 In what form is the energy stored in a charged capacitor?
Q.3 Answer the given questions in very short. (4)
11 The work done in carrying a point charge from one point to another in an electric
field does not depend on the path along which is taken. IS it true of false? Give
reason.
12 List the properties of equipotential surfaces.
Q.4 Answer the given questions in Short (3)
13 What are dielectrics? Distinguish between polar and non-polar dielectrics.
Q.5 Answer the given question in detail (8)
14 A number of capacitors are connected in series and parallel. Derive an expression
for the equivalent capacitance of the series and parallel combination.
15 Derive an expression for the potential energy of a dipole in a uniform electric
field. Discuss the conditions of stable and unstable equilibrium.

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Subject: Physics Chapter: 2 Time: 60 min
(Theory) Marks: 25
Standard: XII Students Name:
(CBSE)

Q.1 Choose the correct alternative and write the answer. (3)
Case study: Give answer for question 1 to 3
For the various charge systems, we represent
equipotential surfaces by curves and line of force by full
line curves. Between any two adjacent equipotential
surfaces, we assume a constant potential difference the
equipotential surfaces of a single point charge are
concentric spherical shells with their centers at the
point charge. As the lines of force point radially
outward, so they are perpendicular to the equipotential
surfaces at all points.
1 What is the nature of equipotential surface for a point charge?
2 In which situation spherical equipotential surface is not possible?
3 The work done to move a test charge on the equipotential surface is positive:
True or false.
Q.2 Choose the correct option. (4)
4 Dielectric constant for a metal is
(b) zero (b) infinite (c) 1 (d) 10
5 In a parallel plate capacitor, the capacity increases if
(e) area of the plate is decreased.
(f) distance between the plates increases.
(g) area of the plate is increased.
(h) dielectric constantly decreases
These questions consist of two statements, each printed as Assertion and
Reason. While answering these questions, you are required to choose any one
of the following four responses.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are correct and the Reason is a correct
explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not a correct
explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is correct, Reason is incorrect
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are correct.

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6 Assertion : The total charge stored in a capacitor is zero.
Reason : The field just outside the capacitor is σ/ε0 . (σ is the charge density).
7 Assertion : Two equipotential surfaces cannot cut each other.
Reason : Two equipotential surfaces are parallel to each other.
Q.2 Answer the following questions in one word. (3)
8 Write SI unit of Potential gradient.
9 Define capacitance of a conductor.
10 In what form is the energy stored in a charged capacitor?
Q.3 Answer the given questions in very short. (4)
11 The work done in carrying a point charge from one point to another in an electric
field does not depend on the path along which is taken. IS it true of false? Give
reason.
12 List the properties of equipotential surfaces.
Q.4 Answer the given questions in Short (3)
13 What are dielectrics? Distinguish between polar and non-polar dielectrics.
Q.5 Answer the given question in detail (8)
14 A number of capacitors are connected in series and parallel. Derive an expression
for the equivalent capacitance of the series and parallel combination.
15 Derive an expression for the potential energy of a dipole in a uniform electric
field. Discuss the conditions of stable and unstable equilibrium.

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