Modern Physics
Modern Physics: Overview
This topic covers concepts, such as, Radioactivity, Dual Nature of Matter and Light, Nuclear Energy, Nuclear Fission, Nuclear Fusion, Property of an Atom, Property of Nucleus, X-Rays, Photoelectric Effect, Isotopes & Isobars etc.
Important Questions on Modern Physics
In the breeder reactors the generation of new fissionable atom is

The process by which a heavy nucleus is splitted into two light nuclei is known as



Which of the following can be used as a coolant in nuclear plant


The energy required to be applied to a radioactive nucleus for the emission of a neutron is

Which of the following type of pump is used in liquid metal cooled reactor for circulation of liquid metal


The risk of radioactive hazard is greatest in the turbine with following reactor

For economical operation of a nuclear plant

The breeding gain in case of thermal breeder reactor as compared to fast breeder reactor is

Which of the following disciplines provides study of inertia forces arising from the combined effect of the mass and the motion of the parts?



The energy produced by a thermal reactor of same size as a breeder reactor is

A nuclear fission is initiated when the critical energy as compared to neutron binding energy of the atoms is

A pressurised water reactor employs pressuriser for the following application

The most commonly used moderator in nuclear plants is

