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F.E. (First Semester) EXAMINATION, 2019
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1. (a) Derive Schrodinger’s time independent wave equation. [6]

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cell and define fill factor. [3]

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(c) Distinguish between diamagnetism, paramagnetism and

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(d) The transition temperature of lead is 7.2 K. However, at

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echo pulse is received after 4 s. If velocity of ultrasonic in

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