Question Bank EEE Stream
Question Bank EEE Stream
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
Applied Physics for EEE stream Subject Code: BPHYE202
Question Bank
Module-1 (Quantum Mechanics)
1. Derive the expression for de Broglie wavelength in different forms
2. State Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle. Show that an electron does not exist inside the nucleus on the
basis of Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle
3. What is wave function? Mention the properties of wave function with necessary graphs
4. Setup the time independent Schrodinger’s wave equation for a particle in one dimension
5. Derive the expression for energy Eigen values and Eigen function for an electron in one dimensional
potential well of infinite height by applying Schrodinger’s wave equation
6. Derive the probability of finding the particle in potential well of infinite height by considering its wave
function probability density and energy Eigen values
1. Explain the reasons for the failure of classical free electron theory?
2. Mention the assumptions of quantum free electron theory? Discuss the dependence of Fermi factor on
temperature and consequent effect on probability of occupation of energy levels.
3. Show that the sum of the probability of occupancy of an energy state at ∆E below Fermi level and that at
∆E above Fermi level is unity.
4. What is Polarization? Discuss the different polarization mechanisms in dielectrics.
5. Discuss the solid, liquid and gaseous dielectrics with one example each. Explain the role of dielectric
materials in a capacitor and in a transformer.
6. Derive Clausius-Mossotti equation.
7. What are SQUIDs? Explain briefly the working of SQUID.
8. Explain the dependence of resistance on temperature of a superconductor? Describe TypeI and type II
superconductors.
9. Explain the construction and working of MAGLEV vehicle.
10. What is superconductivity? Outline, qualitatively the BCS theory of superconductivity.
2. Describe the construction and working of CO2 laser with the help of energy level diagram.
3. Describe the application of Laser as used in Laser Printer and Laser range finder.
4. Derive an expression for angle of acceptance in an optical fibre with the help of a neat diagram.
5. Explain the different types of optical fibres with the help of suitable diagrams.
6. What is attenuation? Discuss the various factors which cause attenuation in optical fibre
7. Discuss the point-to-point communication using an optical fibre with the help of a block diagram.
8. Discuss the application of optical fibre as a displacement sensor.
4. What is Hall voltage? Obtain expression for Hall voltage in terms of Hall coefficient
5. Describe the construction and working of Photo transistor and mention any two of its application.
6. Explain the construction and working of Photodiode and mention any two of its application.
7. Discuss the four-probe method to find the resistivity of a semiconductor.