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2024 · 27 Jan · Shift 1 · Q68
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Geometrical Optics question

2024 · 27 Jan · Shift 1 · Q68

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Identify the physical quantity that cannot be measured using spherometer :
  1. A
    Radius of curvature of concave surface
  2. B
    Specific rotation of liquids
  3. C
    Thickness of thin plates
  4. D
    Radius of curvature of convex surface
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Correct answer: B

  1. What does a spherometer measure?
    A spherometer is used to measure:

    • the radius of curvature of spherical surfaces,
    • the thickness of thin plates/sheets.

    It works by measuring a small height/depth difference hhh relative to a reference plane.

  2. Check each option

    A: Radius of curvature of concave surface
    A spherometer can measure the sag/depth of a concave spherical surface, so its radius of curvature can be found.
    Hence, A can be measured.

    B: Specific rotation of liquids
    Specific rotation is an optical property measured using a polarimeter, not a spherometer.
    Hence, B cannot be measured.

    C: Thickness of thin plates
    A spherometer is commonly used to measure the thickness of a thin plate by comparing readings with and without the plate.
    Hence, C can be measured.

    D: Radius of curvature of convex surface
    A spherometer can also measure the sag of a convex spherical surface and hence determine its radius of curvature.
    Hence, D can be measured.

  3. Conclusion

    The physical quantity that cannot be measured using a spherometer is: Specific rotation of liquids\boxed{\text{Specific rotation of liquids}}Specific rotation of liquids​

    So the correct option is B.

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