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Previous Year Question Patterns
| Year | Marks | Question | Sub-domain |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 10 | Band theory of solids — conductor, insulator, semiconductor explanation | Semiconductors |
| 2016 | 10 | Kepler's laws of planetary motion | Gravitation |
| 2016 | 5 | Explain the greenhouse effect and its consequences | Heat/EM radiation |
| 2018 | 10 | Distinguish between nuclear fission and fusion; their applications | Nuclear physics |
| 2018 | 5 | Explain total internal reflection and optical fibre | Light/TIR |
| 2021 | 5 | MRI — working principle and applications | Medical diagnostics |
| 2021 | 5 | What is Doppler effect? State any two applications | Sound |
| 2021 | 10 | Laws of motion with applications; momentum conservation | Motion |
| 2023 | 5 | Electromagnetic spectrum — name all regions and two applications each | EM waves |
| 2023 | 10 | Nuclear reactors — components and working principle | Nuclear fission |
Pattern for 2026:
- Medical diagnostics (CT/MRI/PET comparison) — high probability.
- Nuclear fusion / ITER — new post-2022 developments (NIF ignition milestone).
- Semiconductor/solar cell — India's solar mission context.