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Prelims 2013

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Science & TechnologyPhysics and Applied PhysicsMechanics, Motion and Fluid PhysicsEasy
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Mechanics, Motion and Fluid Physics
2013 · Q88

Prelims 2013, question 88: Mechanics, Motion and Fluid Physics

Ball bearings are used in bicycles, cars, etc., because

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Prelims 2012

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Science & TechnologyPhysics and Applied PhysicsMechanics, Motion and Fluid PhysicsMedium
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Mechanics, Motion and Fluid Physics
Related topics:
Plant Structure and Physiology
2012 · Q93

Prelims 2012, question 93: Mechanics, Motion and Fluid Physics

Consider the following statements : If there were no phenomenon of capillarity 1. it would be difficult to use a kerosene lamp 2. one would not be able to use a straw to consume a soft drink 3. the blotting paper would fail to function 4. the big trees that we see around would not have grown on the Earth Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Prelims 2011

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Science & TechnologyPhysics and Applied PhysicsMechanics, Motion and Fluid PhysicsEasy
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Mechanics, Motion and Fluid Physics
Related topics:
Heat, Thermodynamics and Cryogenics
2011 · Q50

Prelims 2011, question 50: Mechanics, Motion and Fluid Physics

The surface of a lake is frozen in severe winter, but the water at its bottom is still liquid. What is the reason ?

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Science & TechnologyPhysics and Applied PhysicsMechanics, Motion and Fluid PhysicsEasy
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Mechanics, Motion and Fluid Physics
Related topics:
Planetary, Lunar and Solar Science
2011 · Q81

Prelims 2011, question 81: Mechanics, Motion and Fluid Physics

An artificial satellite orbiting around the Earth does not fall down. This is so because the attraction of Earth

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