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Physics 9 Unit 7

The document discusses various scientific principles related to liquids, thermometers, and temperature measurement. It explains why certain liquids float based on density, methods for measuring human body volume and density, and the characteristics of plasma as the fourth state of matter. Additionally, it addresses the limitations of water in thermometers, the significance of fixed-point scales, and the advantages of using alcohol over mercury.

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Physics 9 Unit 7

The document discusses various scientific principles related to liquids, thermometers, and temperature measurement. It explains why certain liquids float based on density, methods for measuring human body volume and density, and the characteristics of plasma as the fourth state of matter. Additionally, it addresses the limitations of water in thermometers, the significance of fixed-point scales, and the advantages of using alcohol over mercury.

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1. Two liquids A and B have densities 1 g/mL and 1.2 g/mL, respectively.

When both liquids are poured into a container, which liquid is on top
and why?

Ans: Liquid A will float on top because it has a lower density (1 g/mL)
compared to Liquid B (1.2 g/mL).

2.Write a method to find the volume and density of a human body?

Ans:Fill a large container or tank with water to a known level. Have the
person fully submerge themselves in the water. Measure the new water level
after submersion. The difference in water levels before and after submersion
gives the volume of water displaced, which is equal to the volume of the
human body.

After measuring the volume and mass of the human body, the density can be
calculated by following formula.

P=m/V

3.How is plasma the fourth state of matter? Give a reason.

Ans:Plasma is considered the fourth state of matter because it consists of


highly energized ions and free electrons, which are created when a gas is
heated to extremely high temperatures or subjected to a strong
electromagnetic field. Unlike solids, liquids, and gases, plasma has unique
properties, such as conducting electricity and being influenced by magnetic
fields, due to the presence of these charged particles.

4. Why is water not used in liquid-in-glass thermometers?


Ans:Water is not used because it has a narrow temperature range (0°C to
100°C) and adheres to glass, which can cause inaccuracies.

5.Can we increase the internal energy of a substance without increasing its


temperature?

Ans:Yes, internal energy can increase during a phase change (e.g., melting or
boiling) without a change in temperature.

6. Why are fixed-point scales required for thermometers?

Ans:Fixed points provide standard reference temperatures (e.g., the melting


point of ice and boiling point of water) to ensure accuracy in calibration.

7. Why is mercury replaced with alcohol in thermometers?

Ans:Alcohol is used instead of mercury because it has a lower freezing point,


making it suitable for very low temperatures. It is also safer and less toxic.

8 . Why is -273.15°C called absolute zero? Can we achieve this temperature?

Ans:Absolute zero is the theoretical temperature where all molecular motion


stops. It is impossible to reach absolute zero due to the Third Law of
Thermodynamics.

9. Why is a thermocouple thermometer suitable for high temperatures but


not a liquid-in-glass thermometer?

Ans:Thermocouple thermometers can measure very high temperatures as


they use thermoelectric effects, while liquid-in-glass thermometers are
limited by the boiling point of the liquid inside.
10. Can we increase the sensitivity of a liquid-in-glass thermometer without
changing its range? How?

Ans:Yes, sensitivity can be increased by using a thinner capillary tube or a


liquid with a higher expansion coefficient.

11. One student claims to have constructed a more sensitive liquid-in-glass


thermometer. How can her claim be verified?

Ans:Her claim can be verified by testing the thermometer’s ability to detect


smaller temperature changes and comparing its performance with a
standard thermometer.

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