If the sun radiates energy at the rate of 4 x 1026 Js-1, what is the rate at which its mass is decreasing?
A.
5.54 x 109 kgs-1
B.
4.44 x 109 kgs-1
C.
3.44 x 109 kgs-1
D.
2.44 x 109 kgs-1
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
As we know from Einstein’s mass energy relation, E = mc2. Therefore, ΔE= Δmc2 ΔE = 4 x 1026 Js-1, c = 3 x 108 ms-1. Δm = 4 x 1026 Js-1/ 9 x 1016m2s-2 Δm = 4.44 x 109 kgs-1.
According to Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity, laws of physics can be formulated based on?
A.
Inertial Frame of Reference
B.
Non-Inertial Frame of Reference
C.
Both Inertial and Non-Inertial Frame of Reference
D.
Quantum State
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
One of the postulates of Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity states that all the inertial frames are equivalent to the formulation of laws of physics. Thus, it is suitable for all the inertial frames.
A frame of reference has four coordinates, x, y, z, and t is referred to as the
A.
Inertial frame of reference
B.
Non-inertial frame of reference
C.
Space-time reference
D.
Four-dimensional plane
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Such a frame, having four coordinates of x, y, z and time t is called the space-time frame. It plays a major role in Einstein’s special theory of relativity.